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Marcel DW, Sarasota, FL

Marcel DW

4.8
4.8
80 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Marcel is Sarasota's newest and most popular dinner spot. It is an elevated European Bistro that specializes in unique dishes with a French influence. Our menu and portions are designed for guests to try a variety of items, and sharing is encouraged. Our standout dish is the snapper ceviche made with mango and passion fruit, and our most popular dish is the short ribs, which you must try!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 527-0162
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jeremy Duclut and Jonathan Warfield

What 80 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Value

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Marcel DW offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food" and "excellent service." The restaurant boasts a welcoming atmosphere, a highly praised three-course menu for $40, and a delightful happy hour. Guests rave about the attentive staff, especially Chris and Jamie, and the creative, flavorful dishes crafted by Chef Jeremy. Perfect for special occasions or a casual night out, Marcel DW is a must-visit in Sarasota.

80 Reviews
  1. roxanne

    Tampa

    188 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    188 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite restaurant in downtown Sarasota. You can have bustling main room, or quiet hallway high tops. Food is fantastic, my favorites being the mushrooms and peppered salmon. Sounds like a little thing, but one really nice touch is they line the leftover boxes with tin foil. Sure makes the trip home easier and keeps the food fresher, too!

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  2. Mike

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our 2nd visit to Marcels and it was even better than the first. The green bean appetizer is unique and outstanding. The food and service from Jaimie was exceptional.

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  3. John

    New York City

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first visit and we will definitely return. Both the offerings (Mortadella Toast, White Anchovies, Snapper on lobster zucchini pasta, Salmon and Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse with Nutella) and the service were excellent. Although the wine list is brief it has a delightful variety and is quite reasonably priced.
    Marcel DWResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much John, we hope to see you again soon Have a wonderful day

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  4. Philippe

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly a great addition to Sarasota dining scene! The menu is an inventive french twist and the owner is a wonderful person! Definitely a very good spot for dining with friends & loved ones! Well done!
    Marcel DWResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you Philippe, We are very glad you had a good time with us, and we hope to see you again soon

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  5. Jillian

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was excellent! The restaurant was very quiet, with mostly quiet 2ppl on dates; which made our group a little uncomfortable as we were chatting. Might be solved by a little more music to reduce the awkward quiet.
    Marcel DWResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you Jillian, we are so glad you enjoyed your time with us and we will look into the music for sure Thank you

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  6. John

    Tampa

    89 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch restaurant. Great service. The food was superior to most others in Sarasota and was beautifully presented in a comfortable atmosphere.
    Marcel DWResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much John, so glad you enjoyed your time with us we hope to see you again soon

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  7. Barbara

    Tampa

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Interesting and very attractive servings of vegetables. It was only veggies that we ordered Service was excellent
    Marcel DWResponded on 30 October 2024
    Thank you Barbara, We are so glad you enjoyed our dishes, we hope to see you again soon

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  8. Carolyn

    Tampa

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant. Food was nicely presented and prepared. Good special occasion or date night restaurant.
    Marcel DWResponded on 24 October 2024
    Thank you Carolyn, We are so glad you had a good time and we hope to see you soon

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  9. Robert

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Friendly efficient service. Loved the idea that the chef presents you with your food. Will be back.
    Marcel DWResponded on 12 October 2024
    Thank you so much Robert, we cannot wait to see you again

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  10. Alan

    Naples

    140 reviews

    5.0

    140 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time experiencing a great dining pleasure at Marcel DW. Happened to learn of this newer restaurant option by chance, and we were not disappointed. Food and service were excellent. Nice to meet the chef too at our table. We will be back!
    Marcel DWResponded on 1 October 2024
    Thank you Alan, pleasure was mine I hope to see you again soon Have a wonderful day

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Marcel DW is rated 4.8 stars by 80 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
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1568 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5803

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Orange and Main Street
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jeremy Duclut and Jonathan Warfield
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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