Marcel's by Robert Wiedmaier

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   Sully

   Washington DC

   12 reviews

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   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on August 15, 2021

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   Our foursome had a superb dining experience. We each had 5 exquisite courses with service and ambiance to match. For high end dining, you can’t miss at Marcel’s.

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   Local

   London

   39 reviews

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   5.0

   39 reviews

   Dined on August 12, 2021

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   Birthday Dinner Our 1st time dining at Marcel’s since shortly before the pandemic. It was lovely to be back. The refined food is the reason for coming but the service and ambience always make dining at Marcel’s a special occasion. Thank you.

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   TonyB

   Washington DC

   25 reviews

   5.0

   25 reviews

   Dined on August 8, 2021

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   Couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate our 41st anniversary

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   Paul

   Washington DC

   37 reviews

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   5.0

   37 reviews

   Dined on August 5, 2021

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   Another wonderful dining experience at Marcel’s as we celebrated my spouse’s birthday! We each did the 5 course option And every bite was delicious. The service was also amazing with a special thanks to Adnane, Moez, and of course Jonathan! We can’t wait to return,

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   Randfam

   Richmond

   5 reviews

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   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on July 31, 2021

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   Amazing food and ambience. It was a bit noisy as there was a table of 15 nearby but the food and service made up for it!

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   ElaineT

   Atlantic City

   7 reviews

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   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on July 31, 2021

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   Wonderful dining experience! Love the diverse chef tasting menu.

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   AnthonyB

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on July 31, 2021

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   Amazing food and the service was outstanding! I would come back a second time!

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   OpenTable Diner

   Las Vegas

   3 reviews

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   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on July 30, 2021

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   Second time here and the food is always high quality and the service (Vinny is our waiter) is impeccable!

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   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC

   6 reviews

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   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on July 30, 2021

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   We were delighted to finally return to Marcel’s after two years away, and it did not disappoint. We were celebrating our granddaughter’s Sweet Sixteen with an elegant dinner out, and this was the perfect spot. Everyone treated her like a star. The staff all came to the table to wish her a happy birthday, and the chef had both personalized her menu and invited her to the kitchen after dinner for a photo. On top of it all, she has celiac disease, which they handled perfectly. She finished one basket of gluten free bread and received another. The staff were able to modify all the dishes she wanted to ensure that they were gluten free, while still being beautiful and delicious. It was truly a special experience, but don’t wait for an occasion to come back to Marcel’s. If they resume their limo service to the Kennedy Center, all will be right with the world again. Thank you to all who made our granddaughter’s evening remarkable.

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    BradleyV

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2021

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    Anniversary

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    CheryllK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 19, 2021

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    The Marcel experience was absolutely magnificent. The ambience was lovely, and the Moesh and Vincenzo treated me like a queen. I couldn't have been happier. I normally stay for an hour or two at an excellent meal out but stayed four hours. That is pretty epic for me and well worth the time and money. An outstanding evening! Highly recommend.

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    luv2dine

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

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    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2021

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    We so enjoyed our dinner at Marcels. The staff went out of their way to make our birthday celebration special. The tuna, lamb and chocolate dessert were outstanding. Thank you for a great night out!

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    DonaldC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 17, 2021

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    Those of us who have eaten there in the past are pleased that it is as good as ever. The only thing is that it is half filled. DC doesn’t seem to be working. Little or no taxi service. One needs to use Uber if not driving

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    Hello123

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2021

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    My wife had a wonderful experience for her birthday. Highly recommend. Thank you.

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    pauldc

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2021

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    The best restaurant in DC, as it’s been for many years!

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2021

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    Magnificent! Gorgeous room, piano music and exquisite food Excellent!

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    Goumet

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2021

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    Excellent dishes as to both quality and amount. Table was also great.

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    Bjones

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2021

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    One of the most amazing dining experiences I’ve ever had. Not only was the staff accommodating and friendly, but even the chef. They all went above and beyond for my girlfriends birthday and we couldn’t have had a better time. I highly recommend Marcels and can’t wait to go back.

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    BlakeK

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 11, 2021

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    Can’t say enough about the wonderful service. The food was just “good.” The duck, lamb, and steak’s texture and taste were almost identical. Plating and presentation were also beautiful, albeit a bit dated also. It might have been really hip but in the 90s, but it reads a little like like a chef who’s settled. A lovely experience, but for >$400, I would have hoped for more big flavor. I don’t want to take anything away from a nice meal, but there are better chef’s menus all over DC. DC is officially the food city I dreamed of back in 2006, when I moved here. Marcel’s feels like a remnant of the time before DC food got very very real.

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    BillyT

    Washington DC

    40 reviews

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    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2021

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    As always a go to destination in Washington, DC. The quality of service, food, and wine stands out among similar restaurants in their category. Creativity yet simplicity is a hallmark of a great chef and chef Jenn certainly fits that profile. Flavor profiles are exquisite. I often say, if I can do it at home why come to the restaurant. When I go to a restaurant like Marcel's I want to be wowed! Chef Jenn brings the wow factor to the dinner.

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    Anniesappetite

    New England

    64 reviews

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    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2021

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    Exquisite in every possible way!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2021

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    Enjoyed the food, everything was great but not next level. Service was good, but one plate did come out of order (as far as red meat dish before something lighter). Warm welcome from host.

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    Kenneth

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 7, 2021

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    The food was absolutely delicious, the servers were top-notch, and I hope to come back soon.

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    Jane

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2021

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    This place is awesome with fabulous service and French courses.

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    Koblon

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2021

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    Oh, I just love Marcel’s. The ambience, lovely live piano music, impeccable service and the oh so delicious food make it my current favorite dining experience. I wish I could cook this well or was great friends with the chef!! Bravo.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 3, 2021

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    Excellence on every level

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    Whirligigoftime

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 3, 2021

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    portion sizes are too small; need to be increased by about 25%.

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    ChristinaZ

    Atlanta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 2, 2021

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    Outstanding Culinary Experience! Beautiful restaurant, wonderful staff, and authentic grace and style!

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 27, 2021

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    The experience was fantastic overall. We appreciate food and good food is always the center of our gatherings as a family. We were celebrating our mom’s birthday and this was the perfect place to gather. The attention was above the standards, the ambience was inviting, and the food was exquisite.

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    Finediner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 27, 2021

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    While I have dined at a lot of different restaurants, this was my first 'fine dining' experience at a restaurant of this caliber. So it will be hard to review as I don't have anything to compare it to. That said, I will first say that the service was outstanding. My server, Mark, was exceptional in terms of how he carried himself and not only how he served me while having to cater to others while the venue was busy, but how he was able to make me feel important and like my presence mattered. For food, I had the pan seared scallops, pan seared snapper, foie gras, lamb, sirloin, and this chocolate dessert. The scallops and foie grass were to die for as the texture and combination of flavors reflected well the chef's skills and restaurant's caliber. The other dishes were very good and enjoyable as well. Each dish was paired with a wine. Unfortunately, I ended up drinking too much of the wine. It was a very amateur thing to do. Mark was exceptional in being understanding and encouraging, and even offering me a ride home which was unfortunately outside the establishment rules due to liability concerns. So, my only issue was when I got the bill and saw the $90 for the wine pairings. Meal was $150 which was listed on the menu. I am going to give the establishment the benefit of the doubt here. I can't recall, but I might have agreed to the wine paring over the phone when I called in. I don't recall being asked at the restaurant if I wanted the wine pairings. So, that was the only question mark for me. I don't regret it (except for drinking too much). The pairings were excellent and went well with each dish. Total bill including tip was $327 (20% tip). I don't know where this falls with other like restaurants. I'll just summarize by saying the food, presentation, and especially service, were outstanding. It was a learning experience for me. I'll just have to be more careful next time in terms of drinking and fully understanding items served and their pricing.

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    TimT

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on June 26, 2021

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    We've dined at Marcel's many times over the years. However, due to COVID, we have not dined there on a Friday/Saturday since before the lock downs began. Last night (June 26), we enjoyed a Saturday dinner. While it is always a special treat, last night seemed to be reaching a new level. New offerings mixed with familiar dishes made choosing our menu extremely difficult. The amuse bouche, that little something, to prepare the palate for what's to come was a tasteful beginning. The smoked salmon was treated with a little heat, but not enough to over power the subtlety of the salmon, the caviar and creme fraiche. One of the new items was the marinated tuna with mango, lime avocado mousse and other accompaniments that made this a delicate dish. For anyone liking sashimi grade tuna, this has to be tried. Another new item was the tempura squash blossom with garbanzo beans, feta and heirloom tomatoes. While completely different from the tuna plate, it was a nice addition to the menu. The scallop was perfectly prepared, as usual. Frankly, we've come to expect this perfection and while "routine" to us, it also means we are spoiled to the point of rarely if ever getting scallops anywhere else. The familiar items such as the Boudin Blanc, the duck breast and lamb loin, familiar to those who go to Marcel's "often", i.e., a few times during the year would not have been disappointed as these dishes were prepared to perfection. The duck and lamb were medium rare, as the chef would suggest. We both ordered the foie gras even with the additional charge. It was more like a dessert with the cashew panna cotta, fermented blueberries and blueberry coulis. Overall, an overly indulgent evening of food and wine. And, great seeing the familiar staff members catering to our needs and whims. The new dishes integrated with familiar favorites was a true ratcheting up the level of cuisine at Marcel's.

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    B3RG

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

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    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 26, 2021

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    As always, Marcel's never disappoints. Food was excellent, service was excellent. Still my favorite restaurant in the DMV. Expensive but worth it. We would go there more often if we could afford the price and calories. But a few times a year is just fine with us knowing that we will always walk away with a smile on our faces. In the meantime, will continue go to one of the other RW restaurants closer to home until we have an excuse to go to Marcel's again!! :) Thank you Robert for creating such wonderful environments to enjoy our meals!!

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    JWMHH

    Washington DC

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on June 26, 2021

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    It was a wonderful anniversary dinner!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2021

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    Excellent overall. But menu should include more fish and vegetarian options for non-meat eaters.

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    bvdc

    London

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2021

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    This may well be Washington's best celebratory restaurant, and certainly is the outstanding French table in the city. Perfect in every respect, and would be an outstanding restaurant even in France. Perfection comes of course at a price--our dinner for three was over $800. But for the right occasion it's a price worth paying

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    Denise

    Washington DC

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2021

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    Stellar meal, Amazing team! Creative menu, and always the best service.

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    miker

    New York Area

    8 reviews

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    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2021

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    Simply the best restaurant in Washington D.C. Between the service, ambiance, and the eye-opening culinary experience, not one detail has been overlooked.

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    Anonymous

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2021

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    Wonderful way to celebrate the end of quarentine. Safety protocol by staff was appreciated.

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    EMB60

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2021

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    The food was extraordinary. The service was excellent. We will return.

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    Enjoyable

    Washington DC

    83 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2021

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    We had courses of grilled Hamachi, Snapper , and Foie Gras. Serving sizes were perfect at 2 to 3 ounces for us Boomers. Dessert was very good. Not a high price($99) for 4 courses, just keep the alchohol choices reasonable, which is possible. Or enjoy a magnum of fine French wine for $3000.00!

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