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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 Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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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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Reviews for Dinette Marcella

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on Google4.6 (1600+)
*as of 2026-02-01
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Review Summary

Dinette Marcella is described as an intimate, warm Italian spot in Old Montreal with a charming decor and a lively, sometimes noisy, atmosphere. The food earns high marks for freshness and strong flavors, with frequent praise for handmade pastas like tortellini and gnocchi, plus standout starters such as arancini, burrata and bruschetta, and a solid focaccia. Cocktails and wine selections are loved, and the service is often called attentive and friendly, though some visits mention slow pacing between courses, variable dish success for the price, and occasional acoustic or temperature issues when crowded. The restaurant is widely recommended for romantic or casual dinners and special occasions, offering a classic Italian dining experience with a cozy vibe and a touch of elegance. While most dishes impress, a few items are noted as overly salty or not aligned with expectations at the price, and the noise level can be high; nevertheless the overall experience remains memorable. Reservations are advised, and it is frequently described as a place to return to, with many praising the consistency of quality and the welcoming staff.
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Absolutely loved this restaurant. Arrived around 5pm on a Saturday night & was able to get a table immediately. Got the buratta & the tortellini & a side of focaccia bread & it was all amazing! Best Italian I have had in a really long time. The server was also great as they never let your water lower than halfway in your glass. If I'm ever back in Montreal I will definitely come here again.

Jan 17, 2026
on Google

Cute spot for lunch on a Friday & was my 1st time here. The decor brings Old Montreal to life & the service was very professional, but also warm & friendly.

I had the Tuna Crudo, a green salad & focaccia. Very delicious & the leftover focaccia had to come home with me, it was that good. My companion had a Caesar salad & arancini, which was served in a creamy, truffle-y, garlicky sauce that was oh so delicious.

Shout out also to the coffee cherry martini.... really enjoyed that :)

Jan 17, 2026
on Google

Notre première soirée à Montréal ce fut littéralement magique l accueil le service mais surtout les plats … nous étions 7 & tous le monde étais enchanté. Nous avons promis de faire la dernière soirée ici … merci a clément de nous avoir aussi bien reçu & conseille

Jan 16, 2026
on Google

Great place, amazing food. A must try!!

Jan 16, 2026
on Google

Amazing spot. Both dinners we ordered gluten free & were fantastic. I loved the cannolis! Michael was a great bartender & very knowledgeable. Highly recommend & will be back!

Jan 16, 2026
on Google

WOWWW quel service & quel menu!
Vraiment wow!

Jan 16, 2026
on Google
4.0

Food was solid. Great portions, reasonably priced & tasty all around. Had a Cesar salad & tortellini. Caesar was garlicky like it should be. Tortellini was really nice. It's a smallish restaurant with plenty of bar seating & was incredibly busy for a Thursday night. It does get a little loud. Nitpick: bartender uses his hands on occasion to put ice in drinks.

Jan 15, 2026
on Google
4.0

Restaurant offrant une ambiance intime & chaleureuse, avec une cuisine excellente. Seul petit bémol : le service entre les plats manquait de rapidité.

Jan 10, 2026
on Google
5.0

La déco est magnifique, on se sent très bien dans ce restaurant, l'endroit est assez petit mais pas du tout bruyant malgré la présence de nombreux jeunes enfants quand on y est allé. La nourriture & les cocktails sont très bons, les prix sont similaires aux autres restos du quartier.
Par contre notre serveuse n'était pas super souriante ou aimable c'est un peu dommage. Mais le serveur français était très sympa par contre!

Jan 9, 2026
on Google

Fan de cuisine italienne, nous nous sommes régalés. Service impeccable, très bonne suggestion de vins. À essayer absolument. !!!

Jan 7, 2026
on Google

I ate at this place a year & a half ago & I am still thinking about it. Just put it down as one of our most memorable meals on our wedding website tidbits :)

Jan 6, 2026
on Google

Service impeccable. Cocktail jolis & bons. Nourriture chaude & goûteuse. Les meilleurs arancinis que j'ai mangé !!!! Beau choix de vin

Jan 5, 2026
on Google

Un restaurant sympa dans l'ensemble, les assiettes sont belles, le service & le lieu sont sympas. Malheureusement, les prix sont bien trop élevés. 115 $ pour deux assiettes de pâtes & 2 cocas. Supplément de 12 $ pour une burrata ridicule. Je demande du pain, on me charge 8 $. Le même repas moins cher mériterait 4 voire 5 étoiles.

Jan 4, 2026
on Google

We loved our dinner at Marcella! It was the perfect date night spot & the atmosphere was incredible.

Jan 4, 2026
on Google
5.0

Ive been to Marcella's several times & it never seems to disappoint! Always on point, the food is great & all the staff are amazing ! You know a restaurant is top notch when they have the same staff members for 3 years + ! Big shout out to fred, Max, hiba, Elijah & Megane for making me feel at home every single time!

Jan 3, 2026
on Google
4.0

Regular customer, enjoy the food & service, need to sort out the front door in winter cause way too cold anywhere near it. Need to get on Open Table as the reservation process is annoying… has been for a while.. Will return

Jan 2, 2026
on Google

Attentive service, well executed food. What else can you ask?

Jan 2, 2026
on Google

The eggplant appetizer & Burrata appetizers were amazing. The tortellini with homemade sausage & the gnocchi with meat sauce entrees were out of this world!

Jan 2, 2026
on Google

Great spot for an intimate dinner in the authentic atmosphere. Service is very attentive, cocktails are great!

Jan 1, 2026
on Google
3.0

Great atmosphere & the waiter was very kind.

We ordered Carbonara & Veal Steak.
Carbonara: Very salty & plain flavor.
Steak: Also plain flavor.

Overall, great atmosphere but I wish the food tasted better for the price we paid.

Jan 1, 2026
on Google