Dinette Marcella
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Dinette Marcella
An Italian dinette in the heart of Old Montreal
11:30 am - 11 pm
| Monday | 11:30 am - 10 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am - 10 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am - 10 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am - 10 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am - 11 pm |
| Sunday | 11:30 am - 10 pm |
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Info & Location
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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Emili
Dinette Marcella is one of my favourite Italian restaurants in Montreal! The food, the vibes, the service, everything is a 10/10. Our server Isabella especially made the experience memorable, she was very attentive & friendly. The food came out relatively quickly, fresh & very tasty.
Great spot & highly recommend to anyone.View more
Romain
If you're looking for an authentic Italian dining experience, Marcella is the place to be! Whether you're in the mood for a classic pasta or something a little more adventurous, there's something on the menu for everyone.
A special shoutout to Olivier, the bartender! His cocktails are top-notch & he always knows how to craft the perfect drink based on your preferences. He's friendly, knowledgeable, & really elevates the experience.
Highly recommend Marcella for a night out with friends, family, or even a romantic dinner. Can't wait to return!View more
Justin
Excellent food, very busy & still excellent service by our server, Melissa. Manager also took some after dinner to follow up & chat with us. Fantastic experience overall. Highly recommend.View more
Fletcher
Highly recommend - Go see Michael & Mégane at Marcella! Atmosphere is top notch & situated in such a lovely area of Old Montreal. From the bolognese & spaghetti pomodoro (add the meatballs!) to the pistachio cheesecake dessert, the food is excellent. Above all, the service is truly unbelievable - we realized after our second night at Marcella that the entire bar & dining floor were being serviced by Michael & Mégane. Service was seamless & still had time to chat with us about the food & local sights on a few packed house nights. Marcella - must try!View more
Ankit
A true Italian gem in Old Montreal! The flavors were rich, the ingredients fresh, & the service impeccable. The charming ambiance made it even better. Every dish was perfection-highly recommend! Make a reservation ahead of time as the restaurant is very busy.View more
K
Everything about this restaurant is amazing! The food, atmosphere & staff are phenomenal. We went for a friend's birthday & the manager & server went above & beyond to make our night special. Best service I've ever received. As well, our new favourite restaurant. Highly recommend 🤍View more
Jake
We had a wonderful dinner at Dinette Marcella. The service was excellent, the mock tails (we didn't feel like drinking) were super tasty, & the food was exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend the calamari & the pesto. The chicken limone was also very good.View more
Jason
5/5 for everything!! The entire vibe, location & decor is beautiful. Washrooms were very clean & the seating is spacious. The service from Sandy was outstanding. She was friendly, knowledgeable of the menu & always checking up on us. She went out of her way to also sanitize the counter in the washroom for us to change our babies diaper. Some of the best customer service I've ever experienced. The food was fantastic, you can tell fresh ingredients were used, everything came out so hot but the wait times were not long. Our group had a large variety of the dishes & everyone was so happy with their meal. Overall, I highly recommend this to anyone & everyone. We'll 100% be back when in Montreal.View more
Lisa
Thankful that the team at Marcella saved me with a bunch of hangry young women. Great food, better vibes. The place was packed on a Monday night & the service was incredible. Wine selection is solid. Bartender is so engaging. Talk about Unreasonable Hospitality from the entire staff who seem to really love their guests. Best meatballs & cannolis. I mean, isn't that the true test of a fabulous Italian restaurant? Highly recommend this little gem. We will be back.View more
Ale
We recently celebrated my spouse Dom's 41st birthday at Marcella, & it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, Fred, the manager, & our wonderful waitress Steph made us feel completely at home. Fred went above & beyond by playing Blues music for us & even gifting Dom a glass of his favorite scotch. He checked on us multiple times, ensuring we were enjoying every moment. The ambience at Marcella is always vibrant, with the restaurant full of great vibes that make you feel right at home. Their cocktail & wine list is impressive, adding the perfect touch to an already fantastic dining experience. The food was phenomenal! We highly recommend the Caesar salad, burrata, calamari, bruschetta for appetizers. Cavatelli alla pesto, Agnolotti cacio e pepe, pasta carbonara, lobster raviolis. & for dessert - you truly can't go wrong with any choice; they were all delicious. If you're looking for a warm, welcoming place with incredible food, drinks, & service that feels like family, Marcella is it. We'll definitely be back!View more
Joe
While walking around we saw the Dinette Marcella & it look interesting & we were right. The service was fantastic as was the food. For starters we had the rice balls which were great. I had the spaghetti seafood dish & it was delicious. I would highly recommend this restaurant.View more
Terry
Melt in your mouth short ribs! My wife & I enjoyed a fantastic evening at Marcella. The cocktails were excellent. The atmosphere was happening & romantic. I'd highly recommend this restaurant. Congratulations Marcella on your success.View more
Patty
Marcella's is lovely. The food is excellent! Ate there twice in four days. Lol! I guess I loved it. Great atmosphere for a small restaurant ! Highly recommend.View more
Karina
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!View more
Macy
Food was amazing in addition to the service. Would highly recommend!View more
Shamisa
I highly recommend this Italian restaurant if you're in the old port of Montreal. The atmosphere is romantic & cozy. The food was delicious, we shared a few apps & main courses. & the service was on point, Fred made sure we had a good time. Will definitely be coming back!View more
Carolyn
Our server & the entire staff were lovely! The food was so delicious & I would highly recommend this restaurant.View more
Alain
The food was excellent, the decor was very cozy & refined, & our waitress Adele made sure we felt at home throughout our meal. Highly recommend & will definitely be coming back!View more
McGriffin
This place was 2 min away from where we were staying. Good Italian place. Ordered the Spaghettini with meatball on top & it was delicious. The portion wasn't too small or too big. Highly recommend.View more
Barbara
The food & service were great! The environment was pleasant. I highly recommend getting a meal here. Make sure to get the eggplant parmesan appetizer.View more
Solmaira
My sisters & I came here back in June. We had the utmost delicious dinner. Staff is friendly. Highly recommend making a reservation, we got lucky to have been accommodated for an early dinner as walk-ins.View more
Bradley
Incredible Italian food in Old Montreal. The charcuterie board was out of this world. Impeccable service. We went here two nights in a row it was that good. Also, the music/vibe is the perfect date night spot. Highly recommend!View more
Serge
Wow! The food was so good! I highly recommend this place. A very nice atmosphere too. Everyone was smilling in the staff!View more
via LibroAbsolutely loved the whole experience. The service was on point & no words would be good enough to do justice to how delicious the food was. Definetly going there again. Highly recommend
via LibroI love the food, ambiance, the music (blues, rock n' roll, jazz, etc.) Great decor & service! I highly recommend it!!
Sarah
The food was 10/10. My partner & I both had pasta & both dishes were incredible. Our server, Michael was so friendly & attentive. The restaurant decor & vibe is great too. Would highly recommend!View more
Kyle
Phenomenal food. Special shout out to Marlo for above & beyond service. Highly recommendView more
Rebecca
Our waiter was very pleasant & knowledgeable. The food was phenomenal! I'd highly recommend their Terrimisu if you have room.View more
Em
Food & atmosphere were good, but the service was honestly the greatest I’ve ever received. Jay was our server/bartender & he gave us the best service, the drinks he made us were exactly what we wanted, he was a phenomenal conversationalist, & he made our entire experience unforgettable. The entire staff was unbelievably friendly, but it was Jay made our entire night & was a highlight of our entire trip. Highly recommend the restaurant, but I sincerely recommend sitting at the bar for a drink with Jay.View more