Marci Restaurant draws crowds with a moody, intimate vibe, a warm and attentive staff, and Italian-inspired dishes that many reviews describe as delicious and generously portioned. Many guests highlight the private backroom and other private spaces as a standout feature for groups, while noting that the space can be loud and the share-style format can feel challenging for two. Popular standouts include broccoli, meatballs, gnocchi, pizza, and chicken parmesan, with the tomato pie and other classics praised, though some critics feel certain dishes don’t always match the price. Service is frequently praised for warmth and wine guidance, but a few experiences mention inconsistent pacing or staff interactions, and some guests report slower service during busy times. Overall, Marci Restaurant is seen as a top pick for a lively night out or a romantic dinner, delivering strong food, ambiance, and value, with memorable shared plates and a cozy, candlelit setting.
An ideal date night spot, it delivers in every way. The setting is intimate & beautifully moody-dim lighting, comfortable seating, & giant drip candles that give the whole space a romantic, old-world charm.
An Italian-inspired menu full of wonderful dishes. We started with the ricotta meatballs, which were unbelievably juicy & tender, swimming in a flavorful sauce that you'll want to drink straight out of the plate (which we kind of did, to be honest) & The Parm-perfectly layered, cheesy, & deeply satisfying.
We couldn't resist trying one of their signature pizzas, hilariously (& aptly) named the'Dennis Rodman.' Topped with spicy sausage & baked on a perfect crust, it was bold, satisfying, & full of character-just like its namesake.
Dessert didn't disappoint either-each bite was rich, indulgent, & filling, the kind of sweet finish that leaves you smiling long after the plates are cleared.
the mood is just right: cozy, delicious, & effortlessly cool.
Nice restaurant but food seemed pretty average. For context came here on a Sunday evening party of 4, we ordered a few dishes to share & had pretty high expectations given all the hype from social media.
For the food we ordered 2 dishes of gnocchi, a dish of pasta, the countach pizza & the duck salad. Amongst these dishes, the highlight would be the gnocchi a la recotta. While the other dishes seemed a bit underwhelming in comparison, especially with the hype around the secret menu.
As for the service, we found that the consistency of receiving the food was kind of odd, we had received the pasta dishes first before the salad, & then mid way through the service we were waiting on the other dishes, when we had asked to received everything in the same time.
As for the atmosphere, it's a nice restaurant, with good lighting & great for all occasions.
Overall, given the area & the many amazing restaurants nearby, I would have recommend those over Marci. Especially with all the hype around this restaurant, I felt a bit underwhelmed with this experience.
First things first, we ordered 6 things & all six dishes were amazing. We will definitely be back. I would've given it a 5 star, but we were seated at this tiny little high chair table, the kind where your feet are dangling & it was super uncomfortable. The ambiance of the restaurant is great, music is kinda terrible but it's quiet so you don't notice it, & if I'm being honest, I think my experience still would've been 10/10 if my feet were just touching the ground. It sounds like I'm being a Karen but my boyfriend's a big guy, & we order a lot of food. If you're here for two hours your feet are numb by the second hour. It wasn't the right seating choice for us, but frankly I don't think anyone should have to sit at this kind of table, it was almost enough for us to leave.
With that being said, we were served by Marie, she was so sweet & helpful, she helped us find a delicious bottle of bubbles, & recommended some great dishes. She's half the reason we stayed, the food was the other, & I'm so glad we did. She promised us there would be a note in our file that would promise we'd never sit at those tables again, & she understood why it was uncomfy for us. I'm not usually a complainer I promise !!! Wonderful wine selection, & their cocktails look great, I'll try one next time. Also we ordered a lot, like we were very full, & the portions are big, & our bill only came out to 200$. 6 dishes, & a bottle of bubbles. Wow.
Here's what you need to order, the hamachi, delicious. The broccoli, the reviews are right, it's a must have. The duck confit salad, fresh, delicious crisp duck on top. The meatballs, not my personal favourite but my boyfriend insists they're a must. The secret menu pepperoni pizza, crisp, cheesy & wonderful, ask for their spicy sauce on the side. OH!!! & how can I forget the bananacotta dessert, holy moly!!! Sooooo delicious. Not heavy at all, it's nice & light & tasted exactly like when you lick the spoon after you're done making banana bread. The slightly salty, sweet & crispy biscoff on top was a wonderful touch. You have to order it.
So moral of the story, if you get stuck at that shitty seat because they're very booked, just stay at the shitty table & enjoy the delicious food you're about to eat, & ask to be seated in Marie's section.
What an experience, very cute restaurant not too far away from downtown Montreal. First & foremost the fried broccoli appetizer was one of the most delicious dishes I've ever eaten & an absolute MUST. The pizza was delicious too, the chicken parm pretty good, & the desserts amazing. The broccoli & desserts stand out to me as parts of the meal I'd want single handily go back to the restaurant for they were that good.
Also they had the coolest candles ever, check the photos out I really liked them personally.
Mar 2, 2025
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Marci delivers in a way most restaurants only strive for. A perfect trifecta of flawless service with attention to every detail, intentional well executed aesthetic/ambience & music while offering exceptional unpretentious dishes. The clam casinos, chicken scarpariello, tuna crudo are the cherries on top of mouth watering pizzas. The GSM & Larryjune are a must. The star of the evening was the banana panacotta! They have an excellent wine list, cocktails & non alcoholic options. Delicious veggie friendly dishes too! There's a casual inviting vibe, with several different seating options, along with a changing menu that will have you coming back. Each time feeling like a whole new amazing experience.I highly recommend this lovely new addition to the St. Hubert Plaza!
