Patrick Saurette, who co-owns The Marc with his wife, says his favourite thing about running the downtown French restaurant is the staff. The group is like a big family, he says, many of whom followed Patrick from his former business Il Portico to a completely new venture in 2010.
When he first opened The Marc, he heard a story of a husband and wife who had been frequent customers of Il Portico. The restaurant had been the backdrop for their first date, their engagement and anniversaries. When the restaurant closed, the husband still wanted to do something special for an upcoming anniversary – his solution was to get some takeout and enjoy it with his wife in the former Il Portico parking lot.
“I think the story shows the importance people place on restaurants,” says Patrick. “For sure food is important, but underlying all of that is the experience of breaking bread with special people in your life. And that experience is created by them,” he says, pointing towards several staff members busy working in the kitchen.
Omelette of the day.
Fish of the Day
Market Price
Lobster Roll
Lobster, squid ink bun, side salad
Grilled Bavette
Flank steak served with roast fingerling potatoes, wilted spinach and smoked red pepper aioli.
Mushrooms on Toast
Forest mushrooms, thyme, lemon and shallots on grilled chibatta, served with salad.
Croque Madame.
Valbella ham, soubise, fried egg, organic loaf & side salad.
Citrus Marinated Chicken
Bulgur tabbouleh, tomato, cucumber, tomato vinaigrette
Salad Nicoise
Heirloom tomato, flat bean, egg, olives, new potato, olive oil tuna, dijon-white wine vinaigrette
Caesar Salad
Asiago crisp, smoked bacon
Hand cut frites with truffle aioli
Soup of the Day
House marinated olives.
Pate
House made pate with croutons.
Cheese
Daily selection with croutons ~ Market price
Frites with truffle aioli
Smoked Arctic Char Croquettes.
Artisan greens, radish, sultana yogurt.
Steak Tartare
Hand cut with cornichon, house made pickles & grilled crostini.
Grilled Asparagus
Asparagus, radish, poached egg, chevre, hazelnuts.
Caesar Salad
Asiago crisp, smoked bacon.
Frisee aux Lardons
Artisan greens, lardons and poached egg.
Escargot
Bone marrow, persillade, horseradish, pickled shallots.
Grilled Octopus
Artichoke, grapefruit, arugula, hazelnut, Serrano ham, caramelized onion puree.
Soup of the Day
Duck Confit
Red and golden beet, artisan greens, lentils, orange vinaigrette
Arctic Char
Ask your server for the daily preparation.
Cornish hen
Heirloom tomato, courgettes, charred aubergine, saffron vinaigrette.
Seared Scallops
Frisee, fennel and apple slaw, farinette, fennel and celery aigre-doux.
Entrecote Frites
Grilled 10oz. Spring Creek ribeye steak, foie gras butter, frites & truffle aioli.
Grilled Bavette
Marinated flank steak, spaetzle, wilted spinach, green beans, ginger mustard vinaigrette ~ served medium rare.
Vegetarian
Daily Creation ~ Market Price.
Awesome food and service.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Great food and great service.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Food and service were excellent. One of the best meals during our 10 day trip to Canada. Steak Frites were excellent. Homemade sourdough was amazing. Everyone was very nice and professional. All deserts were amazing as well. Definitely worth a stop if you are in Edmonton.
Ambiance: 4/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Very professional, courteous and fun.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
This was our first visit and we were not dissapointed. Our waitress; Charlotte, was knowledgeable, and attentive. Our meals were fantastic including starters, mains and desserts. All in all I highly recommend this place.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
All dishes we had were delicious, good portions, and nicely presented. The staff were very friendly, albiet a bit causal, and knowledgable of the menu. Atmosphere is pleasant. We sat on patio this visit but have dined inside before. Perfect casual dinner spot with great food.
Ambiance: 3/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 4/5
Patrick and Brandy were most helpful with both the food and drink menus. Food was excellent and the wine was so good we took another bottle home with us!
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Absolutely one of the best restaurants in Edmonton. Service and food are exceptional.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Charlotte was our server and she was amazing! The food and cocktail of the day were all excellent. We had the pleasure of sitting on the patio; it’s a gem of a patio and one of the best in Edmonton.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
The best of the best is what you will find here. Everyone from Patrick to all the staff are outstanding at what they do. The food is exceptional and the atmosphere delightful.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Always five star. Food is always terrific ad the service is exceptional. My wife and I have never had a bad meal at the Marc.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Great food and service. Charlotte was wonderful.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
The food was fabulous...and the service even better! This is just the loveliest place to go for an evening out. It can be as fancy or as casual as you want to make it. From the Owner to the chef and kitchen staff to the wait staff...it truly can't be beat! They make us feel like we have 'come home' for the evening.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive and the food was fantastic! I had only been to The Marc once previously, but it is now top of my list for celebrations! Thanks for a wonderful night!
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
5 star service, food, and atmosphere - all the time. Always one of the finest restaurants in Edmonton!
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
I attended the Marc's Sunday Wine Club Dinner and it was outstanding. From the wine tasting to the food served with each wine to the host/owner to the incredible servers and Chef! Very much looking forward to the next wine dinner.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
The Marc is always a fantastic experience. Patrick and Doris are the consummate hosts and restauranteurs. Excellent food and excellent service.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Always an incredible meal and atmosphere. The Marc does it right
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
The food and hospitality was excellent!!
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
As usual the service is number one. Food is delicious as expected and the atmosphere is warm and friendly. The Marc is one of our favourite restaurants.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Restaurant staff was attentive, friendly and humorous. The price to food quality was incredible.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Excellent lunch. There were so many good choices for lunch, it was hard to choose
Ambiance: 4/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Another terrific meal at the Marc!
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Always excellent in every way!
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Exceptional food & superb pairing of wine!
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Very tasty food. Great experience
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Great service and food! Would highly recommend
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Great food & service as always. Really enjoyed our evening!
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
It was truly a memorable evening at The Marc, it far exceeded my expectations.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Always amazing service and food! Come to the Marc everytime we are in town.
Ambiance: 5/5
Cuisine: 5/5
Service: 5/5
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The hand cut frites here are gorgeous and tasty – so golden and crispy, never oily or soggy. The best part, of course, is the truffle aioli that comes on the side. One dip and you’ll be in heaven. The aioli is creamy and rich, and pairs perfectly with the hot fries. You’ll be perfectly content – until you run out of aioli, that is.
View this Smart ListThe Marc is twice as nice when it comes to inviting atmospheres – once for its bright, intimate indoor space and twice for its coveted patio space in the heart of downtown. The crisp white walls adorned by long horizontal mirrors make the quaint space feel much larger, and the slim, elegant lighting fixtures give it an undeniable uptown flair. The Marc does all of the important things right without any of the needless embellishments. You’ll be impressed!
View this Smart ListDowntown’s beloved French restaurant serves up both lunch and dinner, and provides a nice smattering of smoked menu items. On the lunch menu, try the smoked chicken flatbread topped with roasted garlic, corn, pickled shallots, fresh arugula and mouthwatering crème fraîche. On the dinner menu, sample the boulettes (smoked char dumplings) or the smoked pork rillettes.
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