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Dinette Marcella

An Italian dinette in the heart of Old Montreal
Old Montreal
4.6$$$
OPEN11:30 am - 11 pm
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Dinette Marcella Old Montreal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Dinette Marcella specializes in the preparation of artisanal Italian pasta dishes that prioritize traditional techniques and high-quality raw ingredients. Each plate features house-made noodles paired with balanced, classic sauces that reflect a commitment to regional culinary heritage. The kitchen maintains a focus on consistency, ensuring that each portion adheres to specific flavor profiles rooted in authentic Mediterranean traditions. A compact, functional dining area supports the delivery of these fresh, starch-forward meals to patrons seeking substantial and direct nourishment. The menu relies on the simplicity of high-grade durum wheat and carefully sourced accompaniments to define the character of the establishment. This focus on fundamental Italian staples creates a direct, no-nonsense approach to service that emphasizes the quality of the primary ingredients in every prepared dish.

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Dinette Marcella is a widely celebrated Italian destination in Old Montreal, consistently praised for its warm, cozy atmosphere, authentic decor, and high-quality cuisine. Many visitors highlight the exceptional pasta dishes, standout arancini, and fresh salads as menu highlights, often pairing them with expertly crafted cocktails. While the service is frequently described as attentive, professional, and welcoming, contributing to a memorable dining experience for many, some guests have noted occasional inconsistencies regarding portion sizes, noise levels, and pacing during peak hours. Despite these varied experiences, the majority of patrons highly recommend this restaurant for its unique energy and professional hospitality, making it a frequently revisited favorite for special occasions and casual dining alike.
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Liz
5.0

Stopped in today for lunch as I was craving carbonara & I wasn't disappointed! Really cute spot right in the Old Port that was warm & welcoming. The service was excellent & the carbonara was fantastic. Perfectly portioned, too-especially because I was looking for something small.

Jul 4, 2026
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Kelli
5.0

Had a delicious meal here. Shared steak & cavatelli. Delicious, great quality & super nice staff.

Jul 4, 2026
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Serene
5.0

Really incredible food & dessert. I'm a New Yorker who visits an Italian restaurant every other week because that's New York, but this was exceptional. Salad was a highlight. Tortellini with sausage sauce was incredible. Limoncello strawberry panna cotta on a hot day was such a fresh treat to close out the meal. We sat at the bar & our server was so kind & attentive too. Highly recommend.

Jul 3, 2026
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Luis
1.0

Extremely Disappointing - Overpriced & Poor Execution

The service at Marcella was disappointing from the moment we walked in. We had to wait 5 minutes just for a server to show up & seat us. While our appetizer salad did arrive quickly after ordering, everything fell apart afterward. We waited 45 minutes for our mains (Carbonara di Spaghettini & Ravioli Cacio e Pepe) while watching every other table around us get served.

When we finally had to flag someone down to ask about our food, the plates were brought out immediately, but the quality was shockingly bad. The $31 Ravioli was totally average, 6-7 pieces, bland nothing out of regular, but the Carbonara was unacceptable. It arrived cold & completely tasteless. Instead of a proper emulsion of egg, guanciale, & pecorino romano, they lazily dropped a raw egg yolk on top to make it look'fancy.' Anyone who knows Italian food knows that is not a real carbonara.

To their credit, when we complained, they offered to change the plate & removed the carbonara from the bill. However, we still ended up paying $92 CAD for just two drinks, one salad, & one mediocre pasta dish. For a well-located restaurant at this price point, the food & kitchen management need to be vastly better. Very disappointed.

Jul 3, 2026
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Sophie
5.0

Repas italien de haute gamme à petits prix. Ambiance parfait.

Jul 3, 2026
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Charles
5.0

Lunch d'affaire, une très belle découverte!! Vraiment délicieux.

Jul 2, 2026
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Thomas
5.0

Passé une fois devant… ils passaient Thunderstruck… on est revenu manger une semaine après. Le soir de la fête nationale canadienne. La nourriture est juste … bonne… pas dans le sens « gastro » de bonne. Dans le sens frais, goûteux, simple bien servi… On a adoré. On a réservé pour revenir le lendemain. & comme d'habitude, quand on revient.. c'est que c'est bien & surtout qu'on est bien!!!😘😘😘😘

Jul 1, 2026
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Gavin
5.0

wow, this place rocks. the food was fresh & perfectly cooked. Recommendations from our server were spot on. Love this place!

Jun 30, 2026
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Lindsey
5.0

The bar tenders were so fun!

Jun 29, 2026
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D
5.0

Great tru Italian food made from scratch, dont forget the tiramisu

Jun 29, 2026
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