Looking for some Italian comfort food worthy of a nonna’s home cooking? Marcella is a charming new Italian diner in Old Montreal at the corner of Saint Francois Xavier and Saint Paul streets. Open every day for lunch and dinner, locals and tourists can enjoy Italian-style pasta, such as the classic carbonara dish, in a cozy atmosphere.
Reviews describe Dinette Marcella as a warm, intimate Old Montreal Italian spot with cozy ambiance, charming decor, and attentive staff; many praise fresh, flavorful pasta such as tortellini, gnocchi, and ravioli, along with standout bruschetta and arancini and a strong cocktail and wine list. Several diners note dishes that are creamy and well balanced, including carbonara, burrata, meatballs, and seafood pasta, while a few readers mention occasional misses where dishes were overcooked, underseasoned, or not as hot as expected. The overall experience is often described as worth the price, with consistently good service and a lively vibe, though some nights can be noisy or crowded and a few guests wish for quieter acoustics and smoother pacing between courses. In sum, Dinette Marcella stands out for authentic Italian flavors, a warm atmosphere, and reliable hospitality, inviting repeat visits for date nights, celebrations, and casual meals.
My sisters & I came here back in June. We had the utmost delicious dinner. Staff is friendly. Highly recommend making a reservation, we got lucky to have been accommodated for an early dinner as walk-ins.
Mar 19, 2024
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It was a wonderful meal with very attentive staff. We had 14 people in our party including 7 young teens. All were taken care of expediently. The atmosphere was great with an old city flair. Cozy & inviting. Would recommend as a great place to attend whether your group is large or small.
Incredible Italian food in Old Montreal. The charcuterie board was out of this world. Impeccable service. We went here two nights in a row it was that good. Also, the music/vibe is the perfect date night spot. Highly recommend!
Absolutely loved the whole experience. The service was on point & no words would be good enough to do justice to how delicious the food was. Definetly going there again. Highly recommend
Jan 28, 2024
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Cozy little Italian restaurant in old port area. Maybe because of the location, the price is a bit higher. Service was good, food potions were okay. I like their pasta. Recommend to reserve a table during weekend.
Tried dinette marcella for dinner The interior is gorgeous. Very unique & elegant. We tried many items & everything was delicious. Super tasty dinner. In love with their burrata. They use high quality ingredients. Very Friendly staff ! a little bit expensive but worth it. Highly recommended. Follow @ayahayek_ for more on instagram
The food was delectable the polpette entree comes with a Parmesan chip that melts in your mouth. The chefs special was incredible. The mozzarella sticks were mouthwatering. The ambiance is great good music. The staff was incredibly accommodating we ate here as a party of 20 & they did everything to accommodate us all for my aunts 50th birthday. The cocktails are really delicious too. The Pear Pressure is pretty cool comes with some pizzazz. I 100% recommend going. The tiramisu was really good I liked the little surprise chocolate chips in it. The cannolis were incredible the filling was the perfect amount of sweetness for me & the pastry was nice & crunchy.
Jan 7, 2024
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The food was 10/10. My partner & I both had pasta & both dishes were incredible. Our server, Michael was so friendly & attentive. The restaurant decor & vibe is great too. Would highly recommend!
Soirée fort agréable pour célébrer mon anniversaire, tout était top !
Merci tout particulièrement à notre serveur pour ses recommandations & attentions.
Je recommande sans hésitation!
Great Italian food, a little on the expensive side but the dishes are very well executed. The drinks are fun & creative, Pear Pressure is brought flambée at the table. Pastas are good, best ones is the ragù. Would recommend the mini cannolis as dessert.
Dec 10, 2023
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We went to Marcella on a celebratory trip. Our waiter Michael was very kind & provided us with great service as well as many recommendations for other bars in the area. Burratta & cocktails were amazing. Would recommend & definitely come back when in the area again!
October 2023, stopped in & sat at the bar en route to a dinner reservation later. Split a fried calamari with my girl with a bottle of wine. Great atmosphere, very friendly & efficient bartender & staff. Liked it so much we came back the next day for lunch! Spaghetti carbonara🥰 was the best I have ever had anywhere in the world… no exaggeration! Just a great little restaurant with fantastic food. Absolutely recommend !!
Cuisine italienne typique, savoureuse & tellement réconfortante. Le décor du restaurant est de toute beauté. J’ai adoré & je recommande 100%. Le staff …wow! Tous super gentils. Un gros coup de coeur pour notre serveur Malo.
