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Dinette Marcella

An Italian dinette in the heart of Old Montreal
Old Montreal
4.6$$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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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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Reviews for Dinette Marcella

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on Google4.5 (2000+)
*as of 2026-07-15
5★
77%
4★
12%
3★
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Review Summary

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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Quite good. We were squeezed in (literally & figuratively) at a table that had a reservation on it in an hour. Not to worry-service was instantaneous. Ravioli & burrata with heirloom tomatoes were fantastic. Atmosphere was lively & compact. Recommended.

Aug 27, 2024
on Google

Food excellent & service impeccable ! Left & took a bunch of business cards to give at work ! Cant wait to go back !! Burrata is a must !

Aug 27, 2024
on Google

The service was amazing & the food was excellent. My wife an I had a wonderful 12 year anniversary dinner & enjoyed a surprise complementary champagne.

Aug 26, 2024
on Google

We had an incredible experience dining at Dinette Marcella! The restaurant is located in the heart of Old Montreal & has a classy, yet relaxed feel. From the service to the food, we had zero complaints. Highly recommend the tortellini in rosé & cacio e pepe pastas. We will definitely come back here!

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

Cute small restaurant in the old port. Very good service & good Italian food

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

Nous avons eu une très belle expérience pour un souper en famille. Michael (notre serveur) a été fantastique. Enthousiaste, attentionné, il a même apporté un petit gâteau à ma fille de 14 ans dont on soulignait l'anniversaire. Les drinks sont exquis, la nourriture délicieuse, dans une ambiance festive. Nous y retournerons c'est certain!

Aug 25, 2024
on Google
5.0

Une expérience gustative italienne. Plus précisément sicilienne. À découvrir absolument !

Aug 24, 2024
on Google

Ce restaurant a l'air incroyable depuis l'extérieur, malheureusement il ne tient pas sa promesse. Le service etait beaucoup trop rapide, nous avons precisé vouloir finir notre cocktail avant de nous servir le plat pour pouvoir déguster un verre de vin en accordance. Le plat est arrivé 5mn après notre cocktail ! Cela n'avait une délicatesse & ne répondait aux saveurs! Les gniocchi al tartufo sont decevant & n'avait aucun goût de truffe (seulement de cêpes) ! Les cacio e peppe n'etait en rien le fameux plat italien attendu ! (Ne respecte pas la recette & trop salé) ! Décevant! un restaurant moyen a Rome fait bien mieux! On en a eu pour 200$ soit 3 diners en Italie pour 2 sans entrée!

Aug 23, 2024
on Google
2.0

The pasta Carbonara was so bad, definitely not Italian.... Milanesa was too crunchy & dry for that price should be amazing, salad very regular with green hard tomatoes....& we had the misfortune to have the worst server, we sit in the bar & beside us sat a man that all the servers where very eager & happy to say hi & that's fine, i suppose is a regular, but our server was so focus on that man that he gave us the beverages while talking to him, not even looking at us, gave me a spoon to eat the chicken, gave no napkins... every-time he approached us was to talk to the man besides us, he simply acted as he didn't care at all, very disappointed of everything for a "fine dinning" place 👎🏻

Aug 23, 2024
on Google
5.0

Merci à Malo pour son excellent service. Très chalereux, charismatique & souriant, il était aux petits soins lors de nos délicieuses pâtes !

Aug 23, 2024
on Google