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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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4.61233 ratings
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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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5.0

Exceptional service by Malo. Great atmosphere & the food was amazing

Dec 10, 2023
Priyanka
4.0

Great Italian food, a little on the expensive side but the dishes are very well executed. The drinks are fun & creative, Pear Pressure is brought flambée at the table. Pastas are good, best ones is the ragù. Would recommend the mini cannolis as dessert.

Dec 10, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Très bon resto italien & service impeccable !!!

Dec 10, 2023
Jaskiran
3.0

Food was pretty good, cleanliness could be worked on, sticky menu & table.

Dec 10, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

This was our first visit to Marcella & we had the best experience. Malo was our server & he was outstanding. The manager on duty was wonderful & took care of our reservation for 12/26. The food was incredible & the service was outstanding. The attention to detail was superior.

Dec 9, 2023
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5.0

We were looking for something special for a night out in the town & we did. Choosing D. Marcella was serendipitous. Everything we had a special touch to it & not typical. The dishes we had were simply delicious. Being of Italian origin I can attest that this gem will please. The Negroni infused with espresso was incredible. Enjoy!

Dec 8, 2023
Circo9
3.0

Beautiful vibe with extremely comfy chairs. We unfortunately had poor service; we waited a good 20min (if not more) after being seated before being noticed & giving our order in. Our drink order was forgotten (we had to order again), the waitress told us she would bring extra plates for us to share our dishes & those never came. In the end, the waitress felt bad & offered us free focaccia for apologies, which was very thoughtful of her. The busboy however was very attentive & our water glasses & needs (extra parmesan or pepper) were met very fast. The food has wonderful presentation, but lacked greatly in taste. Both pasta dishes were bland in my opinion & the focaccia was a bit dry (maybe a stale batch?). The tomato sauce for the meatballs were definitely the highlight, very salty & delicious sauce, perfect for dipping.

Dec 4, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Wonderful setting, excellent food, authentic staff. Cannot wait to come back!

Dec 3, 2023
Carrie
5.0

Amazing pasta ... very authentic & tasteful

Dec 3, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Aurions préféré un autre genre de musique que du disco. Le reste était excellent, comme toujours.

Dec 3, 2023
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