Dinette Marcella
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Dinette Marcella
An Italian dinette in the heart of Old Montreal
Opens Today at 11:30 am
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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.
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recommend(88) pasta(69) italian(63) cocktail(56) drink(50) highly recommend(49) sauce(46) bar(40) vibe(39) cozy(32) decor(32) carbonara(30)Page 2 of 30 - 598 Reviews
Kevin
Amazing food & ambiance, a great place to discover in Old Montréal!
Andre
Just a great place, well positioned with flawless service. Just well done… & the focaccia… just 15 out of 10!!! Brillant
Lola
Awesome spot! We love all the dishes we ordered. Our server, Melissa, was outstanding. This spot has a cool casual interior, filled with energy. Great Italian dishes to choose from. ENJOY!
Jo
Great vibe; beautiful building. Servers extremely attentive. Food DELICIOUS!! Everyone around us was having a wonderful time. Would definitely return.
Amy
Melissa is amazing & she makes the best espresso martinis ever!!!
Krista
What a wonderful surprise & memorable experience. Cocktails were A+, appetizers A+ & dinner deserved a standing ovation 🙌 Oh & the staff were also exceptional, especially our server (I can't remember her name but she was great)
Marky
November 2025: really enjoyed my seafood pasta with bisque sauce, tiramisu was better than last time & same large portion, efficient service, my cocktail was nice as well. My colleagues really liked their food & drink too.
December 2024: Decor & music were nice for the holidays.
Calamari was basic for the price, just lightly battered with marinara sauce on the side.
Pasta with ragu was pretty good, nice blend of ingredients, might have needed a little more salt. My colleagues enjoyed their carbonara & tortellini.
Tiramisu was a good portion & nice presentation but nothing special aside from that. Pistachio cheesecake was delicious, great texture, more Basque style. The ciambelle were good.
The martini with the espresso, chocolate, & pumpkin purée worked well, definitely recommend. My colleague enjoyed her bitter cola mocktail.
Service was pretty efficient & polite
Caroline
Chaleureux & délicieux. Un bel endroit où on mange bien…..
Martin
C'était très bon.
C'est aussi un peu cher & bruyant.
Une aération serait bienvenue surtout quand on est prêt de la cuisine.
Mackenzie
You HAVE TO eat here! The vibe & space is immaculate & the food/wine is even better!
They can also make most of there pasta dishes vegetarian if you ask!
Dcerty18
The atmosphere was warm & inviting.
Definitely, had a nice vibe.
Service was excellent.
The food was very good. The Marcella salad & the focaccia was excellent.
Gnocchi & ravioli were also very good.
Tiramisu was very well made.
Will definitely return.
Samane
Really lovely staff, nice cozy vibe & great food. Really enjoyed our time there.
Dave
Un endroit à découvrir! Nous avons beaucoup aimé la nourriture, le personnel ainsi que le calme de la salle à manger. Même si l'endroit était relativement plein, il était facile d'entretenir une conversation. Les prix y sont honnêtes ou nous avons aimé tout ce que nous avons consommé. Excellent restaurant!
Tanaya
The meatballs were honestly the best I've ever had! Our server, Sandy, was so friendly & attentive, which made the experience even better. The tiramisu was absolutely delicious, & the overall ambience was amazing - cozy, welcoming, & perfect for a nice meal out. Highly recommend this place!
Amy
This is now an annual stop during our visits to Montreal. The food is great- everything is fresh, & the space is cozy but not crowded. Service is always exceptional.
Christian
What an incredible dining experience! The moment we walked in, we felt transported straight to Italy, warm atmosphere, welcoming staff, & the smell of fresh pasta & herbs in the air. Every dish was beautifully prepared & full of authentic flavours.
The service was attentive & kind without being intrusive, & we truly felt taken care of. Whether you're looking for a romantic evening, a dinner with friends, or a family meal, this place is a gem. Highly recommended, i'll definitely be back!
Bloody
Beau resto , bon choix de menu , bouffe tres bien , service tres bien , ambiance tres tres bruiyante , musique beaucoup trop forte on s'entends pas parler a une table de 2 personnes , desagreable ...
Chris
Some of the food was okay, some was good, & some was problematic. The seafood pasta had only a single flavour, which was extreme amounts of salt. They took it back, to send it out again, this time it was not more flavourful, simply cut with what tastes like more cream & high amounts of black pepper. It's one of their more expensive main dishes & it's hard to understand how no one is tasting before sending out plates. They offered the first dish for free & offered a replacement free of charge, but as a dining experience it was underwhelming & disappointing.
On the positive side, the waitress was extremely friendly & understanding.