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.
Amazing spot. We tried it for the first time & will absolutely becoming back. Mostly writing this to give recognition to the fast service, we had appetizer main & a dessert all within an hour, & the resto was busy. We sat at the cute two person table upstairs, much preferred over a bar, & the server was really nice & chill. The vibe is really nice in the restaurant & the food was really amazing. Definitely recommend. It seemed busy so definitely have a reservation
Marci has been all over my feed lately on social media lately, so I had to see if the hype was real. After visiting on a packed Wednesday night, I'd say it's a bit of a mixed bag, but definitely worth a visit if you go in with the right strategy.
The Atmosphere & Service: First off, the decor & vibes are 10/10. It's moody, beautiful, & feels like the place to be in Montreal right now. Our waiter was incredibly kind & gave us some solid advice on the menu!
One heads-up: The space isn't huge & because it's so popular with groups, the noise levels were a bit bothersome. It can get quite loud, making it a bit hard to hear each other across the table. Pro tip: Book weeks in advance; we snagged our table early, & even on a weeknight, there wasn't an empty seat in the house.
The Food (A Group-Style Affair):
Just something to keep in mind, there aren't really'appetizers' here. The menu is curated for groups to share everything. Since there were only two of us wanting different things, it was a bit of a struggle to navigate the'share everything' format.
What we ordered:
• Chicken Parm (9/10): Absolute superstar. The portion is massive & it was cooked perfectly. A must-order!
• Meatballs (7/10): Solid, flavorful, & a great addition to the table.
• Tomato Pie (4/10): I know this is the'viral' dish, but I honestly didn't get the hype. It fell a bit flat for me compared to the other plates.
Know Before You Go:
• Portion Sizes: They are huge. Don't over-order!
• Sides: Be aware that veggies/sides (like broccoli) don't come with the mains; you have to order them separately (one again, portions are huge!).
• Best for Groups: I'd recommend coming here with a party of 4+ rather than a date or a night for two people, just so you can sample more of the menu & match the high-energy volume of the room.
Summary: Go for the incredible service & the Chicken Parm, but maybe skip the tomato pie if you aren't a die-hard fan of that style!
Feb 14, 2026
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I absolutely LOVE this place & go all the time. Everything on the menu is delicious, you can order & eat with your eyes closed. The vibe, ambiance, music, food, & service are all on point. They really have it all figured out & 100% deserve the hype.
Great food, service & vibes! They accommodated to my gluten free needs & the pasta I had was delicious. Mateo was our bartender/server & he was the best!
🔥 Gros coup de coeur pour Le Marci ! Ambiance au top, équipe ultra sympa & vibes de vacances même en pleine semaine. Si tu passes à côté sans t'arrêter… t'as raté ta journée 😄🍹✨
Petite mention à mon server Mateo qui a pue faire de ma soirée un pur bonheur!!!!
The food was great, an absolute pleasure, but the problem is the ambiance. The dining rooms are separated into three "sub rooms" that all have their own vibes. One of them is at the top of stairs, so not accessible. Two of the rooms are big & echo, & the music is too loud. Half of our meal went fine then they seated a party of bros next to us (we were two. They were 10) & then we weren't able to talk for the other half.
Jan 27, 2025
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The place is very cozy & pretty, somewhat hidden on the street which is nice. The dj that started around 8pm was great, playing relaxed jazzy house. We were placed in a bit of an awkward spot in the restaurant next to a narrow pathway that had many comings & goings. I think if we had been placed in the second room instead of the room where you enter, it would've been a better experience. As for the food, the sauce on the Tomato Pie was truly the best pizza sauce I've had in the city. Good balance of acidity & sweetness. Many wine options to choose from as well. The tables were fairly small & the pizzas were placed on top of large empty cans of tomatoes, which was just weird to me. Felt like they were trying too hard to be original & it didn't make the eating experience comfortable. As for the service, very polite, but just a tad too sure of themselves. The place feels like it needs some humility. They're clearly doing pretty well as a new restaurant & they are a little too proud. It feels more like a bar vibe as of 8pm & I would definitely come for a drink here.
Okay, to begin with just wow. This was not my first time here, I'd gone for cocktails in the past which were always memorable such as their fine martinis which are always a treat. However this was the first time I would order food. Had a fun little self date which absolutely recommend to anyone during the exam period when you need to unwind. The way to go is definitely start with oysters & either a Guiness or a glass of wine to boost those vitamins, then a little app or as I did go for the incredibly delicious chicken parm that killed it on since it kept all the right textures with maybe a little cocktail, then order another little dish if you've got room or move onto dessert. Any dessert would be incredible here but the mousse oh lord the mousse had this seductive velvetyness kind of like Jessica Rabbit. The people there are genuine warm souls & the vibe is beautifully effervescent, plus if the night is still young as you trundle out of there you can always go to any of the bars open late on the same street. Perfect for a cute date night or if you just want a nice little bite to yourself.
Loved the vibe but our server forgot our pizza - took 40 minutes after our apps to come out. We then got food poisoning, both of us got super sick so not a very enjoyable experience.
Great new addition to Montreal food scene. I am particularly pleased by their pasta (lumache - snail shaped) dish. It had a rich sauce that can only come from slow cooking! I can't remember what the deep fried thing we had (?eggplant) was so delicious! Caters well to larger parties. Had to add another person last minute. They have a speak easy vibe since the dining space is separated in two.
