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Marcel'S — French & Local Modern in Washington D.C., United States | Hungru

Washington, D.C.
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Marcel'S

Marcel'S

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Washington D.C., United States

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An iconic restaurant that previously occupied the space at 2401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, now home to Ellizabetta La Strega.

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Robert Wiedmaier

Chef Robert Wiedmaier is known for his commitment to classic, whole animal butchery.

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FrenchLocal ModernFine diningDinnerFine Dining

Last updated: 9/23/2026, 3:14:42 AM

Key Information

Marcel's was a well-regarded fine-dining establishment in Washington D.C.'s West End, known for its lace-curtained ambiance and French/Belgian cuisine. It operated for 25 years.

Customer Perception

Customers perceived Marcel's as a fine-dining mainstay and an establishment representing the epitome of fine dining in Washington D.C. It was a long-standing fixture in the city's culinary scene.

Additional Details

The restaurant closed its doors on May 12, 2024, due to failed lease negotiations. There are plans for a potential reopening in Bethesda.

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Reddit Discusses Marcel's Closure: End of an Era for D.C. Fine Dining

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Reddit·Washington D.C.·2 years ago

Related entitiesMarcel's

#RESTAURANT_CLOSURE #FINE_DINING #COMMUNITY_DISCUSSION

Marcel's Restaurant Group Confirms Closure Date

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RW Restaurant Group·Washington D.C.·2 years ago

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#RESTAURANT_CLOSURE #FINE_DINING

Chef Robert Wiedmaier's Marcel's to Close in D.C., Eyes Bethesda

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Axios·Washington D.C.·2 years ago

Related entitiesMarcel's Robert Wiedmaier

#RESTAURANT_CLOSURE #CHEF #FINE_DINING #RELOCATION

Marcel's, a D.C. Fine Dining Icon, Closes After 25 Years

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Washingtonian·Washington D.C.·2 years ago

Related entitiesMarcel's

#RESTAURANT_CLOSURE #FINE_DINING #FRENCH_CUISINE #BELGIAN_CUISINE

Axios: West End's Marcel's Reimagined as Ellizabetta La Strega

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Axios·Washington D.C.·28 days ago

Related entitiesEllizabetta La Strega Eli Benchimol Marcel's

#NEW_RESTAURANT #ITALIAN_CUISINE #RESTAURANT_RENOVATION #WINE

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