My husband and I have been going to Marcello's Pizzeria for the past 32 years, we visit both locations. The staff and owners are very friendly. Always looking forward ! Try out there home made Tiramisu , and there pizza every dish is great ! You will always leave happy after a meal. All my family and friends look forward going, My mother in law who is 99 years old loves her favorite Restaurant. You will never be disappointed. I have to give this Restaurant more then a 5 star, more then a 10 star! read more

The food here is absolutely incredible. Great service and prices too. They have a lot of the traditional pastas and pizzas you see at almost any Italian restaurant, but what I really love are the items that are more unique, such as their Genoa pizza. Their vodka pasta and caprese salad are also two of my faves. I can't wait to go back for some real Italian deliciousness. read more

I have been coming here for years. Marcello's is a place that makes you feel welcomed and you always leave with a full stomach. The pastas are absolutely amazing. The Penne Alla Vodka and the Rigatoni Alla Bolognese are my two favourites. The staff are very sweet and take the time to talk and welcome you. One word to describe this place would be homie. They are very authentic and the environment is warm. Truly love this place! read more

I've been to the Vaughan location and way back when, that one impressed the pants off of me... seriously, I got kicked out because my pants disappeared after eating pizza there.... so I was intrigued, would my palette be dumbed down by more years of pizza eating experience? Or would I wake up once again from a pizza induced Fugue state... naked, pizza stained, content but afraid. You can't get closer to St. Clair and Dufferin really, it's nearly right at the intersection on the east side so easily accessible by car, foot, transit or magic flying pizza box. It's a larger space with lots of seating a bunch of staff and a signature of Corso Italia restaurants, an imported Espresso/Capuccino machine on the counter of the bar. We shared the arugula salad to start which was prepared in the traditional manner with light lemon juice and olive oil. Topped with shredded parmigianno reggiano, walnuts and prosciutto slices. So good, big enough for an entré or enough for two to share. We went with a personal pizza each, my DC had a Diavola and I went with the Barese (it's in conflict with the caption on my picture but I forgot the name). That pizza was so damn good, outside my normal order but so thin, but not too thin where it falls apart. Topped with rapini, cherry tomatoes, and barese sausage outstanding. Overall, it's a great spot and reasonably priced for a Toronto restaurant. Looking forward to coming back more in the future Eatcrest out! read more

Marcello’s pizzeria - Napoletana Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My friend and I LOVED this place. The food was amazing. I ordered the rigatoni bolognese but asked if I could get fettuccine instead and they accommodated my request. The staff are extremely friendly and provided excellent service. They also give you a bread basket with butter, oils, and balsamic vinaigrette. Super cute area and a small, but cozy patio. read more

Marcello’s pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Loved their Genoa pizza! Our group also ordered their calamari as an appetizer which was satisfying as well. Great little spot in the St.Clair/Dufferin area if you have a craving for Italian food. read more

Loved their basic pepperoni which was loaded with mozzarella cheese and tasty pepperoni on a soft thin pizza crust and fresh tomato sauce! simple but so delicious! the calamari and shrimps were so fresh and juicy. we also had the fettuccini in cream sauce which would have been but it lacked a little more salt for my taste. for dessert we had homemade tiramisu which was too soft, the turtle cheesecake which was super delicious and the red velvet cake which was impeccable! read more

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Marcello's is a standard place for me and my 2 best friends to eat. Our mentor and friend found this restaurant while in rehearsal for one of het tours. While we spend time in Toronto 1,2 or even 3 nights are spend ordering out or dining in at this establishment. The food is delicious and the memories flood back when we're together. Lois would be proud that we spend our time here. Thank you for your service, delicious food and fun atmosphere. Even if we're exhausted, a trio to Marcello's is what perks us up. read more

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Marcello's came highly recommended by all of my two Italian friends, so right off the bat, I knew it was the real deal. And it sure was! I had a standard grilled chicken pasta and split some grilled calamari as an appetizer. Both were phenomenal. This place really ticks off all the boxes: The wait staff is friendly and knowledgeable, the food is reasonably priced and delicious, the atmosphere is inviting, and the service is quick and to-the-point. There's really nothing bad I can say about my experience at Marcello's, hence the 5-star rating. I'll certainly be back next time I'm in midtown and craving some Italian. read more

I've been here twice already and every time I think about the food my mouth waters for more! My latest visit was the best one overall. The spaghetti al pesto was delicious! It was full of flavor and the presentation was just awesome. The service was good and it wasn't that busy at the time but I did come in around 430. Great prices for the portion sizes you get and a definite yes to coming back to this place! Maybe next time I'll give the pizza's a go! read more

Marcello’s pizzeria - The penne Arrabbiata with chicken added - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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The worst pizza I have ever had in my entire life. Pizza Pizza would have been better. I just don't understand it. It's easy to make a really good pizza why call yourself a Pizzeria and not do it right? The sauce was bland I had to add salt when I brought it home with me. The pizza was extremely soggy. The Buffalo Cheese did not feel right. Very rubbery and no taste. There were only a few fried eggplant and they where extremely greasy. Thin crust is nice, but it shouldn't be wafer thin. The sauce was bitter. The pizza had zero flavor or seasoning. This is the first time in my entire life I had to add salt to give it an ounce of flavor. Come on people pizza ain't that difficult to get. Smarten up or just close shop already. Such a disgrace to the name PIZZA. Ew yuck my tummy hurts now. read more

Amazing authentic Italian restaurant with classic pizzeria stone oven. I had the Marcello's Pizza with red sauce added, and an orange Italian soda. It was a lovely recommendation by very welcoming staff. A must-dine! They also have classic olive oil, vinegar, and chilli oil at every table. Belissimo! read more

Marcello’s pizzeria - Marcello's Pizza with red sauce added. Whole basil was pretty until I tore it up. :p - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Usually one of our favourites and most reliable Italian spots in the city, however the last couple of times have been disappointing, especially our most recent visit. Service is always great and has stayed that way, but some of pasta dishes and pizza are not what they were. We ordered the pasta special, risotto with seafood. Hardly a risotto, more like rice with some saffron added. Tasteless, cold and a total send back, which we did. Our companion Margherita Pizza with olives and basil just as tasteless and if I didn't know better, I'd say the pizza was pre-made, with toppings added when ordered. Tasted like cardboard. We opted for the bolognese pasta instead and it was fine, not great but better than the other two dishes. Hope they make a return to the level Marcello's was and soon. read more

Marcello’s pizzeria - Saffron risotto with seafood. Really poorly done and definitely not risotto. More like rice, cold, with saffron. - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Okay I've been going for years and the staff turnover is massive! They don't seem to care and are only interested in the tip! Millennials and Gen X waiters and new immigrants! The food to be fair is great and I guess the owner is so stingy when he pours a thimble full of wine instead of being generous with his patrons! I suggest take out and create your own evening of dining! read more

Marcello’s pizzeria - Natural repugnance to overrated restaurant! - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

What a pleasant surprise! We were walking the St. Clair strip on Labour Day and found most things closed. Heads hung low, we were about to give up when Marcellos came into our view. It was like the universe read our minds and produced exactly the kind of restaurant we were looking for. Marcellos is laid back, warm and hopping. We were seated quickly, and the service continued all evening to be just right - attentive but not over eager and fast. I started with the grilled calamari, which was cooked perfectly - not a rubbery tentacle in sight. Just slightly charred, tender flesh on a bed of greens with a nice balsamic reduction to complement. For our mains, we had the primavera pizza and the penne arrabiatta. The pizza had luscious whole sun-dried tomatoes that were quite sweet, unlike the salty bits you sometimes find on pizza. The salty green olives were a great combo. Pizza crust was thin and chewy - really great. Pasta was a little less interesting. The sauce was quite spicy, but pretty one-note. No depth of flavour or roundness that a little butter might offer. The pasta was also a bit over-cooked and clearly of the dried, rather than home-made, variety. But we didn't care. Marcellos doesn't pretend to be fine dining, it's a family restaurant and an excellent one at that. We will definitely be coming back often. Vegetarian Score: 7.5/10. Some interesting options and lots to choose from. Vegans will have less (as usual) but veggies have good variety. read more

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Very popular in the area. We went on a weeknight and there was a line-up out the door. We were seated within 15 minutes and although the restaurant was packed you didn't need to raise your voice to have a conversation with the people you were sitting with and didn't feel like you were eavesdropping into everyone else's conversation. There is a stone oven in the back so all three of us ordered pizza. We were all very satisfied with the quality of the pizza. One of us ordered soup as an appetizer and received a good size, hardy bowl with tons of vegetables. Prices are average at about $10/entrée and the pizza was a size that I felt full but not overly when we left. If you are looking for good, everyday Italian food, this place fits the bill. read more

Loved their Genoa pizza! Our group also ordered their calamari as an appetizer which was satisfying as well. Great little spot in the St.Clair/Dufferin area if you have a craving for Italian food. read more

I've been to both locations now and both are fairly busy - depending on what time you visit, of course! On a Sunday afternoon, late lunch, the St. Clair W location was quite packed. A young male waiter with long hair and glasses spotted us and recognised that we wanted something quiet, so we were sat right next to the kitchen. At first, I thought it was weird, but he was right, it's actually the quietest table in the restaurant! Feels kinda separate from the busyness upfront...until you hafta scoot around people to head downstairs to the washrooms. ;) Ordered the grilled calamari, quite good. (I would've preferred the breaded version, but I was *trying* to be healthy.) And for main, the Primavera pizza ($14) was shared. Due to the toppings like sundried tomatoes & olives, the pizza was on the saltier side, but still didn't feel too heavy because of the thin crust. Aside from the really thin crust, what sets their pizza apart is also their CHEESE! They use really good, chewy quality mozz, yum!!! Service was very pleasant, mainly due to the waiter who seated us. His personality was very upbeat and understood my needs which added to the experience. read more

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Just had the most godawful full takeout birthday dinner for 5. Veal was overcooked beyond edible, pizzas were worse than frozen, salads greasy, just a complete fail. read more

Was absolutely irritated today - this is supposed to be my favorite place but today's customer service left little to be desired. It was supposed to be my Mother's Day lunch the website says open 3-8 for pick up so kept calling from 1pm sat there till 3 as we were early no one will pick up so at 3 no answer and when we decided to go in to place an order they tell you rudely we are too busy you can order now but pick up at 7:30. Wow at a time when most businesses are struggling you think they would welcome customers after all how long does it really take to make a pizza. Very disappointing. Needless to say another more deserving business got our order. read more

I thought the pasta was amazing. I had the fettuccine Alfredo with chicken. It was creamy and light and the grilled chicken was grilled to perfection! The bread could be a little better though. I prefer "The Kegs" basket of bread read more

It's somewhat of a Sunday tradition to stop by Marcello's! The staff always welcomes with open arms and the waitresses have great insight into the menu. I often find my self going with the mussels in white wine and tomato sauce to start, a bolognese with a either penne or spaghetti pasta (depending on how white the shirt is that day) and a tiramisu with espresso for dessert! During the day, it's pretty easy to get a seat - but get their before 6 on the weekends as they tend to fill up pretty fast! TIP: check out the photos in the basement of what the St. Clair and Dufferin area used to look like! Also, there's usually free street parking a block east of the restaurant! read more

Marcello’s pizzeria - Pene in meat sauce - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Bad service,food was terrible. The cherry ontop was when I went in to get a toothpick,this man who apparently was the Owner said the rudest and most embarassing comment to me. "You're only 2 people why are you taking 4 toothpicks!?" And was staring my hand. "You people only ordered water and are taking 4 toothpicks!?" He just kept repeating himself. And I quickly went to grab my family and never return. DONT EVER COME HERE!!!! SO many OTHER great places to choose from I'd give Zero Stars if that was read more

Absolutely great. Shortest review you have read. Be happy eat and bathe in hot oil. Very busy here and rightly so. Good value very well serviced. They know what they're doing here and it shows. This Is one of those restaurants that you can tell everyone it's working very hard but it is run with passion and diligence read more

Maybe they changed the chefs here, they refused to cook my usual order of seafood pasta with garlic cream sauce, so I opted for mussels and calamari instead. The calamari was a bit on the bland side, and the mussels were sandy and quite a few did not taste fresh. I think I'll stick to the pizza next time. read more

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Went their last night to a long line of patrons waiting inside and outside. Thnx to a reservation sat down to a sumptuous dinner. The place was rocking with a continuous din of noise but not complaining. The six of us tried pizzas kalamari and seafood spag.. All agreed it was great. Maybe because it was Dine Vancouver night it was crazy busy. The spag portions were Antonesque so brought some home. Our waiter was great. Highly recommend. Thnx again Bob read more

Came here for dinner with my friends on a Friday night so it was a busy night. We waited about 20 minutes for a table so it was not too bad but service was kinda slow and rude. We were still waiting for some other friends to arrive to order but the servers seemed annoyed so we felt pressured to order our appetizers right away. The pizza was only okay. Nothing compared to pizza libretto. This place is kinda small as well and all tables were very close together. read more

I guess it's four stars if you consider what neighbourhood you're in? I'm not sure. It was very standard food, standard service and I'd even venture to say less than standard ambience....so I'm a bit dumbfounded by the reviews. Food: grilled calamari appetizer and caprese salad. Serving sizes were correct. The sauce on both was identical. A bit strange. Under salted/seasoned as well. Mains were linguini with shrimp, and pizza w proscutto and arugala. Points for offering parmesan cheese. The mains were very average, no complexity of flavours, the pasta (like, the actual linguini) had the same flavours as something I'd make out of a box at home. When the server opened our bottle of wine, she filled both our glasses to the top right off the bat--no swirling, no sniffing. Just here ya go. If your'e going with your family, and you live in the neighbourhood, I guess this is a good option. Since I don't have a family, and I live far away - I won't be going back. read more

Have been coming here for years and have always enjoyed their delicious homemade pasta. Spaghetti alla Pugliese, Penne Arrabiatta, Grilled Calamari, assorted pizzas & fresh made Tiramisu. read more

Marcello’s pizzeria - Spaghetti alla Pugliese - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Considering all the excellent reviews, I must have had a one off bad experience. We went on a Friday night, and had to wait for some time for a table. The service: Don't know if they were short-staffed or what, but the staff was not at all friendly, and almost had the attitude of doing us a favor by giving us their opinion on the 1-2 dishes we asked about. The food: I don't think I have ever eaten heavier or greasier Italian food than this. My partner and I both ordered pasta dishes, and I now wish we had ordered pizza instead. His dish (linguine with chicken, spinach and tomato sauce) was tasty, but quite greasy. My dish (linguine with shrimps and tomato cream sauce) took greasy to a whole new level. After a few bites I started feeling uncomfortable and belching. Then I noticed grease floating all around my linguine, and drained 9-10 tablespoons. Since I was full with only a few bites, most of the dish went untouched. Taste was decent. The wine was good on flavor and price (White Zinfandel since we wanted something light). Total bill for 1/2 liter wine and 2 pasta dishes - $51 All in all - the food would have been good if it wasn't so greasy, and the wait staff could sure use a lesson in smiling and better service. Wouldn't go out of my way for this place. read more

Marcello's is a great neighbourhood restaurant. It is always busy, and I've never been when there isn't a line. It is worth the wait. The staff are friendly, but can be stern. Like if you question how long the wait is, or if you are blocking the exit while standing in their skinny waiting area. It can get pretty loud with all of the people, but that is sort of their atmosphere. The specials are written on a black board at the back, so if your server doesn't tell you them, you are left straining to read them. Every pizza and pasta I have had is good. The calamari is lightly battered - crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Everything is very fresh tasting. I've never had dessert, but it doesn't look like there is anything homemade. There is a case at the back with desserts that are brought in (cheesecake, mousse ect). Overall this is a safe bet. It is a good place to bring people because the food is good and they seem to have something for everyone. The service is fast, but they don't rush you (even when they have a line out the door!) read more

We tried Marcello's for the first time last week and are very impressed! We had grilled calamari, Caesar salad and two pizzas ("Diavola" and "Positano"). Service was very friendly. We arrived at 5:00 pm on a Friday evening and by 5:30 pm, the place had filled up. There was a short line at the door by the time we left around 6:30 pm. Family friendly and it seems there are many regular customers. I can't wait to return! read more

Marcello’s pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Love this place... we have taken many friends here. Have never been disappointed, love everything we have ever tried. I almost always get a pizza, just because I love their thin crust. Each time we go I try a new flavor. Service has always been friendly and good. There is a bit of a wait sometimes depending on the time but generally it moves quickly. Go a bit later or earlier and there is usually not a line up. read more

After reading the other reviews I can see Marcello's has been consistent. We shared the mussels which came with a tasty rich Marinara sauce. The bread with that sauce, with some olive oil along with the red wine made it so we barely had an appetite when the entree was served. Unless you skip one of the courses, there is little chance of an appetite for the desserts, which would have made the experience better - the desserts looked very good. We wanted to have big portions of hearty Italian food, and Marcello's delivered. The service was fine since it was easy to get the servers attention in the one room restaurant with tightly spaced tables. There was a wait standing at the doorway for a table on the Friday. Nothing seemed overpriced and we will go again except maybe order pizza instead of pasta. read more

Food mediocre. I suggest going across the street to The Big Slice... pizzas were burned. and the salad was a joke...$8.50 for argula & lettuce and TWO slices of tomatoes?! Horrible service; waitresses non-attentive, had to call them several times to get attention. Wasn't given bread or oils like everyone else in the restaurant, had to ask for the bread and ask another table if I could take their oils (since they were leaving). When asked horrible waitress to box our leftover pizzas, she included the crusts and other pieces of food we were throwing out in the box. I highly do not recommend wasting your money at this joke of a place. read more

We were in Toronto visiting our daughter who lives close by this restaurant and looking for something for dinner. The pizza is so good. We all ordered different pizzas and every one of them was good. The restaurant is very busy but with good reason the food is worth the wait. read more

Casual, good value, neighborhood Italian. Pastas are decent. Not the best. Not the most authentic I've had. But overall good flavors and well prepared. Linguini de mare (seafood) was extremely fresh. The penne alla vodka was heavier and the leeks barely showed up. Homemade Tirimasu was a great finish. read more

If you are looking for a friendly, casual, and affordable neighborhood italian spot, then look no further. Pasta is decent, but doesn't seem home made. Pizza is a better option. Service is great and they are very accommodating with children. Desert has always been Tiramisu, but we assume the rest are fine too. No surprises, no letdowns. Generally great every time. read more

Tasty pizza and pleasant service. Marcello's is unassuming and though there are other places in Toronto that make better pizza than Marcello's but there's all kinds of attitude, and sometimes a wait of several hours that go with it. Probably worth a try. read more

I've lived in this area for a year now but usually opt for eating at home due to the fact that I'm on a budget and can be pretty picky (I'm slowly branching out and trying new foods!) but my boyfriend and I decide to treat ourselves every once in a while. We've only been to Marcello's once, but I can say with confidence that it won't be our only visit! Great food and service. Huge portions. We shared a delicious pizza (can't remember which one, but it had goat cheese, spinach and sun dried tomatoes on it) and Caesar salad. I'm often hesitant to order salads when I go out because they sometimes lack flavour, the lettuce is usually wilted, etc. But this salad was AMAZING! Perfect amount of dressing, flavour, etc. I've never had a better one from a restaurant. The desserts looked amazing, but we were so full as it was, we could barely make it home (which is just up the street). We ended up taking most of the pizza to go. If you live in the area, you've likely seen pedestrians carrying a Marcello's take-out box. The place is packed every night of the week. We went on a Friday night and the food came out a lot quicker than expected judging by the business of the restaurant. The only thing that was a bit of a wait was getting the bill, but anyone who complains about that (or waiting in line to be seated) in a packed eatery (on a weekend night, no less) should stay home. The people seated beside us had children with them. The server was really great with them - she took the time to acknowledge them and cater to their needs, which is often overlooked in a fine dining restaurant, especially during a time of utter chaos. Prices are more than reasonable, given both quality and quantity. Again, if you're complaining about that, stay home. I've worked in the industry and am a firm believer that if you can't afford to eat out (AND TIP WELL!), you should hit up the McDonald's value menu or fend for yourself. Or maybe choose an appetizer and water over a three-course meal with wine. Boyfriend suggested dinner out somewhere on St. Clair tomorrow night. I'm in the process of researching places because I'd like to try somewhere new, but I doubt I'll enjoy it as much as Marcello's. read more