Marcel - Atlanta (GA)

3 /5 Cheri Glynn: Our neighbors and friends have been recommending Marcel for years, so we finally decided to try it for a date night last month (11/15). Unfortunately, the experience was very underwhelming. We arrived for our 5:00 PM reservation and were seated promptly, which we appreciated. However, the seating was extremely tight, and we were placed next to a young couple who talked loudly and drank throughout the evening. The overall atmosphere felt loud, crowded, and surprisingly casual—not intimate or refined, which was disappointing given Marcel’s reputation and price point. As for the food, the veal parmesan was dry. When I mentioned this to our server, he noted that extra sauce could have been provided—which, frankly, should have been done automatically. Extra sauce was included in our to-go bag, and when we tried the dish again at home, it didn’t change our opinion. It was average at best and lacked the quality we expected. The steak was good, but not exceptional. The Salad Marcel was a miss for me—far too much celery, to the point that it overwhelmed the dish entirely. The sides were also very average. On a positive note, the desserts and cocktails were enjoyable. Overall, we’ve had far better dining experiences elsewhere. For the price, we expected something memorable, especially for a date night. We value our time and experiences together, and this visit simply fell flat.

4 /5 Sharease Grace: I recently celebrated my 50th birthday dinner at Marcel with my family, a party of 11. While the evening itself was special, my experience was a bit mixed overall. When planning the reservation, communication was very challenging. It was nearly impossible to reach the coordinator, Teresa Brown. I called multiple times during business hours and left several voicemails that went unanswered. She only responded after I resorted to sending an email, which felt unprofessional and unnecessarily frustrating for such an upscale restaurant! The ambiance and décor were elegant and romantic, with a moody, vintage steakhouse vibe that perfectly sets the tone for a celebratory evening. The waitstaff, however, was absolutely top-notch! They knew my name, made me feel genuinely special, and were patient, attentive, and personable throughout the night. Unfortunately, the food did not fully live up to the reputation. My Filet Madame wasn’t as tender as I had hoped, and the pommes purée (mashed potatoes) were rather bland. The restaurant did provide a complimentary shrimp cocktail, which was a nice gesture and appreciated. Overall, while the service and atmosphere were wonderful, the communication and food quality left room for improvement, especially for such a highly rated, fine dining steakhouse.

5 /5 Hassan: I had the most incredible experience celebrating my birthday at Marcel. The team was so accommodating. They kindly adjusted my reservation at the last minute for my larger party and still made everything seamless. They went above and beyond with the service, surprising our table with complimentary champagne for a birthday toast, an extra side, and even an additional salad on the house. Every detail, from the food to the thoughtful touches, made the night unforgettable. Truly five-star hospitality and a perfect spot for any special occasion.

5 /5 Keya U: What a great night! Everyone here was professional and eager to answer all of the questions that we had. They were able to make any modifications or substitutions that we needed to the menu as well. The only thing that I didnt like is that they were out of lamb but we did kind of come towards the end of the night so definitely understandable and no reason to take a star away. The food was PERFECT! This was my first time having caviar and they made it a wonderful experience. There was so much food and well worth the money. Thank you Marcel for making the night one to remember.