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.
Dinette Marcella is described as a charming intimate Italian spot in Old Montreal with a warm cozy atmosphere and a touch of old world charm that makes it suitable for date nights or casual dinners. Reviews praise fresh, flavorful pasta, gnocchi and tortellini, bruschetta and arancini, burrata and focaccia, along with a strong wine list and craft cocktails, with many calling the food excellent and among the best Italian in the area, though a few dishes are noted as too salty, not hot enough, or lacking seasoning and some visits feel rushed or louder than desired due to crowds. The service is frequently described as attentive friendly and knowledgeable, making guests feel welcome, but pace can vary on busy nights and timing can be inconsistent. Reservations are advised because the space is compact and the ambiance can be loud, especially at peak hours, yet the overall sentiment remains highly positive with many expressing plans to return. All in all, Dinette Marcella is regarded as one of the top Italian spots in Montreal by many reviewers.
Merci beaucoup à Mégane très bon service vraiment en plus de cela la nourriture était excellente petit note sur le tiramisu qui selon moi était normal mais sans ca les pâtes & le vins qu'on a prit était vraiment délicieux encore merci on reviendra très certainement.
Food was very yummy but a bit lacking in terms of flavour in my opinion. Slightly overpriced for what it is & service could've been better. Still a solid spot overall.
Highly recommend - Go see Michael & Mégane at Marcella! Atmosphere is top notch & situated in such a lovely area of Old Montreal. From the bolognese & spaghetti pomodoro (add the meatballs!) to the pistachio cheesecake dessert, the food is excellent. Above all, the service is truly unbelievable - we realized after our second night at Marcella that the entire bar & dining floor were being serviced by Michael & Mégane. Service was seamless & still had time to chat with us about the food & local sights on a few packed house nights. Marcella - must try!
This place was amaaaaazinggggg I am craving ittt. We got the ossobuco di vitello as a main, the zucchini & the focaccia. Everything was shared. It wasn't too filling but it was sooo flavourful & like even the zucchini was amazing & well seasoned.
A true Italian gem in Old Montreal! The flavors were rich, the ingredients fresh, & the service impeccable. The charming ambiance made it even better. Every dish was perfection-highly recommend! Make a reservation ahead of time as the restaurant is very busy.
Nous nous sommes régalés à ce resto italien. Nous avons été très bien accueilli & servi. Mention spéciale pour Malo, notre serveur, toujours souriant & dont le service a été impeccable.
Everything about this restaurant is amazing! The food, atmosphere & staff are phenomenal. We went for a friend's birthday & the manager & server went above & beyond to make our night special. Best service I've ever received. As well, our new favourite restaurant. Highly recommend 🤍
We had a wonderful dinner at Dinette Marcella. The service was excellent, the mock tails (we didn't feel like drinking) were super tasty, & the food was exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend the calamari & the pesto. The chicken limone was also very good.
Feb 10, 2025
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The food & drinks were amazing & super flavourful, you could tell they use quality ingredients! The service was fine, just a little monotone wich was understandable for how busy they were, but the atmosphere was beautiful & overall had a great experience!
We were at Marcella on Sunday night & loved the restaurant & the food & the staff & the wine & pretty much everything about it. I had the Osso buco - it was superb! We could not have had a better dining experience in Old Montreal!
Excelente atención y alegría en quienes nos atendieron. Decoración muy bella, luces tenues para una cena de encanto. La comida es simplemente espectacular, sobre todo para los días de frío recorriendo Montreal. Definitivamente volveremos!! Gracias Sandy por hacernos sentir en casa!.
Such a cozy little spot. Ordered Negronis which were some of the best I've had. We sat at the bar because there was no more seating however I prefer that when the bartenders are as nice as ours was (Irishman). Food was lovely (the bruschetta gets an A from me) & recommendations were thoughtful. Nice ambience for a date. Would go back next time I'm in Montreal!
Honestly, 10/10! This restaurant is absolutely amazing! The service, atmosphere & food were all top notch! Will definitely return when visiting Montreal again.
