Marcel DW

4.8 (350)

$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

1568 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5803

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Marcel DW

4.8

$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

Sarasota

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2 people

May 31, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

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 dishes are the snapper ceviche, the Cacio e Pepe, Mortadella toast, sweetbread gratin and the Beef Bourgignon, which you must try!

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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
Website
https://www.marcelsarasota.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jeremy Duclut and Jonathan Warfield

Location
1568 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5803
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
Orange and Main Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 350 people are saying

Marcel DW reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Marcel DW is a culinary gem offering "excellent food" and "perfect" ambiance. With a menu that features innovative dishes like the cacio e pepe with lobster and roasted cauliflower, it's a top choice for a "wonderful dining experience." The staff, led by attentive servers like Chris and Scott, ensure "exceptional service" in a charming atmosphere. Prices are reasonable, making it one of the "best values in Sarasota." Marcel DW is ideal for both intimate date nights and group gatherings, consistently leaving guests eager to return.

350 Reviews

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Amir
Chicago31 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service delightful. Venue is good. Location convenient. Value is good. We ate outside to reduce typical (moderate) noise. The only surprise was the paucity of other diners - THEIR loss - who appeared jammed into nearby places with barely tolerable decibel levels and typical boring bar food
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Felice Gold
Naples158 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I don't know why more people don't go to Marcel? We had a fantastic dinner last night. I had my personal favorite vegetarian "meatballs" over zucchini pasta. Delicious. The special cucumber gazpacho with crab was exceptional too. My husband loved his chicken paillard with pancetta and capers. Another friend had Steak Frites and the Frites were just like you get in France. Thin and crispy. Lovely wine list and really good values. The place should be fully booked every night. (They played cool French music too. Very Buddha Bar.)
Marcel DWResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much Felice, we are so glad you feel that way! We cannot wait to see you again soon, in the mean time have a wonderful day
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pam Gold
Tampa20 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is fast becoming 1 of our favorite Sarasota restaurants Everything about Marcel’s in great
Marcel DWResponded 2 days ago
We are very glad to hear that Pam, thank you for your visits, see you soon
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Maureen Gold
Tampa47 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every single bite of three appetizers, six entrées, and three desserts, all exceeded expectations in flavor in particular, but also in presentation and quality of food. Started off next door at Pangea the speakeasy which was fun. Our server Scott was attentive and friendly. Overall thoroughly enjoyed!
Marcel DWResponded 2 days ago
Wow, Thank you very much Maureen, Glad you had a good time with us, see you soon
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alexandra
Western NC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
had the burrata with tomato and avacado followed by gnocchi with shrimp (small plate). Both were excellent.
Marcel DWResponded 2 days ago
Thank you Alexandra, glad you enjoyed your time with us see you soon
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Robert Gold
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have dined here 4 times now. Simply outstanding every time. A must dine in Sarasota
Marcel DWResponded on May 19, 2026
WOW, thank you so much Robert, we are so glad to have you See you soon
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pam Gold
Tampa20 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We just love going to Marcel. Food, service and ambience is perfect!
Marcel DWResponded on May 19, 2026
Thank you Pam for stopping by, glad you had a good time and cannot wait to see you again!
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Noah Gold
Calgary5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great experience for a date night. Very friendly and inviting. The food was very good too! Will be back for sure
Marcel DWResponded on May 19, 2026
Thank you Noah, we really appreciate your time and we cannot wait to see you again Have a wonderful day
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Gina
Sunshine Coast1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this restaurant. We had an amazing server as well.
Marcel DWResponded on May 13, 2026
Thank you Gina for your visit, so glad you enjoyed your time with us, we cannot wait to see you again
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andrea Gold
Tampa10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always Delicious and love the ambiance - staff - food and service
Marcel DWResponded on May 13, 2026
Thank you Andrea, Glad you had a good time in our company, the pleasure was ours. We hope to see you again very soon
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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
Website
https://www.marcelsarasota.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jeremy Duclut and Jonathan Warfield

Location
1568 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5803
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
Orange and Main Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Marcel DW

4.8

$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

Sarasota

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2 people

May 31, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Marcel DW

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Marcel DW

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