WASHINGTON FLYER – March/April 2012 –Marcel's was featured in the magazine's annual 100 Favorite Restaurants dining guide, in the "6 French Dreams" section, Brabo for Alexandria, and Mussel Bar for "Worth the Trip."
RAMW RAMMY’S – March 26, 2012 –Marcel's was nominated for Fine Dining and Wine Program of the Year, and Julie Albert was nominated for Employee of the Year.
FORBES.COM – March 22, 2012 –Brasserie Beck's Cherry Blossom specials included in roundup of top Cherry Blossom specials throughout the entire Washington, DC metro area.
ZAGAT BUZZ – March 21, 2012 –Marcel's was voted the best neighborhood restaurant of West End by guests and the public.
USA TODAY – March 16, 2012 -- Robert was selected as a top restaurateur and chef to discuss his previous experience using Groupon and other similar type deals and how it affected his restaurants as a represenation of other restaurants and similar establishments.
OPRAH.COM – March 6, 2012 –Brasserie Beck's Savory Granola featured on the national site as a unique savory garnish that is also healthy with a recipe and image.
ZAGAT BUZZ – March 2, 2012 –Marcel's and Brasserie Beck's use of whole animal butchery and unique animals on their menus was included in an article on where to get your "whole-animal fix in DC."
CAPITOL FILE – Spring 2012 –Robert's participation in the after-party of the national premiere for the film "Big Miracle" was featured in the "Invited" section, including featured images of Drew Barrymore and Robert Wiedmaier.
MENSHEALTH.COM – February 22, 2012 –Robert's recipe for Provencal Mussels and his regular use of mussels in his restaurants and cooking were featured on the national site in an article that examined the health benefits of mussels.
THE JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION – February 21, 2012 –Marcel's was placed on the Long List of nominees for Outstanding Restaurant.
CNN EATOCRACY – February 20, 2012 –Mount Vernon's inaugural "Hoecakes & Hospitality" event was featured on the site as a groundbreaking event that combined history and contemporary chefs and Robert's participation in the landmark event was featured.
REUTERS – February 12, 2012 – Robert discussed his plans for Revel, his Belgian roots, and his success as a chef in an interview that was later syndicated to publications worldwide.
HUFFINGTON POST – February 12, 2012 – Marcel’s Valentine’s Day menu and their ChocolateMousseTower were featured in a roundup of menus with aphrodisiacs in time for the holiday.
EATER.COM – February 6, 2012 – Brasserie Beck was listed as one of the Top 10 Restaurants in the city to watch the Superbowl.
ZAGAT – February 3, 2012 – Robert’s views on the Zagat survey and some of his thoughts on new up and coming restaurants were featured on the site.
WHERE WASHINGTON DC – February 1, 2012 – Marcel’s pre-theater dinner menu was listed as a top dining option when going to the KennedyCenter.
THE GREAT AMERICAN ALE TRAIL [BOOK, NEW EDITION] – February 2012 – Feature and review of Brasserie Beck and their beer program was featured in the new edition of the bestselling book.
WHERE MAGAZINE – February 2012 – Marcel’s ideal location and pre-theater menu was featured as a top restaurant to visit if going to the theater.
FOOD ARTS – January/February 2012 – Antigoon’s decorative beer pull featured in the magazine. for its unique presentation, and also to feature the beer Antigoon itself.
GIRL MEETS FOOD [BLOG] – January 27, 2012 – Brasserie Beck’s frites were listed in a round up of the best fries in the city.
EATER.COMNATIONAL – January 27, 2012 – Robert Wiedmaier and his plans to expand in Atlantic City was featured in a national article on "big name" chefs and restaurateurs moving into the area.
THE WASHINGTON POST– January 25, 2012 – Brasserie Beck was recommended in the Going Out Guide as an ideal location for a first date.
THE NEW YORK TIMES – January 24, 2012 – Robert’s plans for expansion in Atlantic City at Revel was discussed in the “Off the Menu” section.
WASHINGTON CITY PAPER – January 20, 2012 – Robert and Bryan’s plans for Brasserie Beck and Mussel Bar at Revel were announced in a three page article, both in the paper and online.
AAA FOUR DIAMOND AWARDS – January 20, 2012 – Marcel’s was awarded Four Diamonds for the year,
WASHINGTONIAN.COM – January 18, 2012 – Nutrition blogger Robyn Webb named Robert’s restaurants as some of her favorites when dining out.
THE WASHINGTON POST – January 4, 2012 – Brasserie Beck was featured in the Going Out Guide as an ideal location for an upscale happy hour.
DINING BISNOW – January 3, 2012 – Robert and Brian’s plans for future restaurants were lists as one of the Top 10 Restaurants to Watch for in 2012.
FOOD LOVERS’ GUIDE TO WASHINGTON, DC [BOOK] – January 2012 – Brasserie Beck and Marcel’s were included in the nationally published book that lists the top dining locations in Washington, DC.
ZAGAT GUIDE – 2012 – Robert Wiedmaier’s flagship restaurant, Marcel’s, was named the top restaurant for food in Zagat’s 2012 Washington, D.C./Baltimore Restaurant Survey and was also named as one of the top five restaurants for service for the second year in a row. Marcel’s was also named one of the Top Restaurants in the Nation in 25 cities (#1 for Washington, DC) and was named one of the World’s Top Restaurants.
MARCH OF DIMES – November 16, 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier was named the Honorary Chef at this year’s March of Dimes Signature Chef’s Auction.
WASHINGTONIAN.COM – November 16, 2011 – Because of his extensive knowledge in cooking, particularly protein, Robert was selected to host a live chat online to help readers with their questions for Thanksgiving.
THEWASHINGTONPOST.COM – November 9, 2011 – During critic Tom Sietsema’s weekly Live Chat, he recommended Marcel’s as his top pick for “Fancy French” dining in the district.
WASHINGTON LIFE – November 2011 – As part of the magazine’s 2012 Restaurant Guide, Robert Wiedmaier was one of only 5 chefs in the area profiled for a two full page feature, and Marcel’s was named one of the Top 5 Romantic Restaurants in the city.
CAPITOL FILE – October/November 2011 – Marcel’s Smoked Salmon Blinis were named one of the Best Seafood dishes in DC as part of the magazine’s Late Fall Dining Guide.
ZAGAT BUZZ – October 31, 2011 – Marcel’s was named a top pick for pre-theater dining.
RUDY MAXA’S WORLD – October 29, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was discussed on the radio program after the host visited the restaurant. Their extensive beer programs and true Belgian fare were highlighted as part of the review.
ESQUIRE MAGAZINE – October 24, 2011 – Critic John Mariani revisited some of his previous selections for Best New Restaurant of the Year for a featured roundup, and said that Brasserie Beck (who received the title in 2007) was still a great restaurant and helped paved the way for the gastropub trend.
WASHINGTON EXAMINER – Chef Jon Mathieson named Marcel’s one of his restaurants.
CITY EATS – October 20, 2011 – Marcel’s superior service and cuisine and “devotion to excellence” was praised in a review on the dining site, where
WASHINGTON POST EXPRESS - October 20,2011 – Brasserie Beck’s frites were voted one of the Top 3 Fries in the city in the Express’ annual “Best Of” issue.
YELP NEWSLETTER – October 19, 2011 – Yelp Reviewers named the mussels at Mussel Bar and Brasserie Beck some of the best in the Washington, DC area.
THE WASHINGTON POST MAGAZINE, “TOM’S DINING GUIDE” – October 16, 2011 – Marcel’s was reviewed in Restaurant Critic Tom Sietsema’s Annual Dining Guide, and the restaurant was awarded 3 stars.
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL – October 9, 2011 – Famed musician Bryan Ferry was profiled while dining at Marcel’s and discussed the extensive and acclaimed wine program at the restaurant.
EATER.COM – October 3, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was named one of the 38 Essential Restaurants for 2011.
WASHINGTONIAN – October 2011 – Marcel’s was named one of the top restaurants for a pre-theater dining experience in the magazine’s Fall Arts Preview. In addition, Brasserie Beck was review in the magazine’s “Needle” section, where they were still rated as “Hot.”
FOX 5 MORNING NEWS – September 28, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was the host of Holly Morris’morning segment, which featured all things ‘Oktoberfest,’ including traditional German fare prepared by Robert Wiedmaier as well as a wide German beer selection offered at the restaurant.
THE WASHINGTON POST EXPRESS – September 8, 2011 – Mussel Bar’s Portabella Vegetarian Wrap was selected as one of the top “Meatless” Sandwiches in a roundup.
WASHINGTONIAN – September 2011 – Mussel Bar’s Roasted Beet Salad with Grapefruit, Cumin, Herbed Yogurt, and Lemon with the Bluebird Bitter Beer was named a “Great Dish” in the magazine’s “Best of Bethesda” feature.
NATIONAL CULINARY REVIEW – September 2011 – Wine and Beverage Director Ramón Narváez’s expert knowledge on pairing dessert wines with desserts, along with his overall knowledge of wine, was highlighted in an article on restaurants with top dessert wine lists.
WINE SPECTATOR – September 2011 – Marcel’s was awarded the ‘Best of Award of Excellence’ for their wine program, and Brasserie Beck awarded ‘Award of Excellence.’
THE WASHINGTON POST CAPITAL BUSINESS – August 14, 2011– Marcel’s was name a top location to “Woo a Potential Client” in a roundup of top power restaurants.
THEWASHINGTONPOST.COM – August 3, 2011 – Restaurant Critic Tom Sietsema recommended Marcel’s to a listener looking for a special location to celebrate their anniversary.
DC MODERN LUXURY – August 2011 – Marcel’s, Brabo, and Brasserie Beck were all featured in the magazine’s annual “Hottest Restaurants” feature—Marcel’s for their secret Foie Gras with Fruit, Brabo for their house-made sodas, and Brasserie Beck for their mussels.
CAPITOL FILE MAGAZINE – July 2011 – Mussel Bar was selected as a top location to “Nosh & Sip” in a Bethesda, MD travel guide.
I AM MODERN MAGAZINE – June 27, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was named one of the area’s “Favorite Doggy Friendly Culinary Hot Spots.”
THE WASHINGTON POST – June 19, 2011 – Marcel’s was named as a top location for accommodating groups over 50 people, particularly for wedding events and other special occasions.
BETHESDA MAGAZINE – June 14, 2011 – Mussel Bar was named a must “Go” new restaurant in the magazine’s annual dining guide.
NBCWASHINGTON.COM/NBC WASHINGTON “NON-STOP” – June 9, 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier was featured in a video segment that teaches viewers how to make one of the mussel recipes at Brasserie Beck.
WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE – June 6, 2011 – The Butcher’s Block was named one of the top locations to purchase beef, chicken, lamb, and other meats.
THE WASHINGTON POST – May 24, 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier discussed making his own cheeses for his restaurants in an article that examines the time and artistry of house-made cheese now being utilized in restaurants.
MIAMI HERALD – May 15, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was selected as top restaurant in DC representing Belgian culture in a DC travel feature for the newspaper.
FODOR’S TRAVEL GUIDE TO DC – 2011 – Marcel’s was included in the annual travel guide as a top dining location in Washington, DC.
THE WASHINGTON POST EXPRESS – April 21, 2011 – Chef de Cuisine Paul Stearman’s Soft Scrambled Eggdish, and specialty off-the-menu item at Marcel’s, was featured in an article that examined unique egg dishes in DC.
ABCNEWS.COM/GOOD MORNING AMERICA ONLINE – April21, 2011 – Robert presented several classic Belgian dishes and discussed his Belgian heritage, history in the DC dining scene, and taught viewers how to make his Crêpes Suzette for the site’s “Chef’s Table” series with Epicurious.com Editor in Chief Tanya Steel.
LEXINGTON HERALD-LEADER –April 17, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was included as a top dining location in Washington, DC for travel feature.
TASTING TABLE DC – April 4, 2011 – Brabo’s Specialty Raviolis and unique filings were featured in the online newsletter.
WASHINGTON LIFE – April 2011 – Michael Kaiser, President of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts named Marcel’s one of his favorite restaurants in DC.
BEVERAGE JOURNAL [MARYLAND EDITION] – April 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier’s extensive selection of Belgian beers in all of his restaurants was recognized in an article that highlighted the top DC, Maryland, and Virginia restaurants with Belgian beer.
NORTHERN VIRGINIA MAGAZINE – April 2011 – Brabo and Chef Chris Watson were featured in the magazine’s “Degustation” section and Chris was followed for an entire to see what a typical day for Chris is like among other top Virginia chefs.
TRAVELGIRL MAGAZINE – April 2011 – Brasserie Beck was selected as one of the editor’s “Personal Picks” for the month of April.
MARTHA STEWART WEDDINGS – Spring 2011 – Sommelier Moez Ben Achour was featured for his expertise and discussed the best champagnes and wines to use when toasting at weddings.
DRAFT MAGAZINE – March/April 2011 – Brasserie Beck was selected as top DC restaurant for Belgian fare and beer in the magazine’s “Pubs We Love” section.
WASHINGTON FLYER – March/April 2011 – Mussel Bar and Brasserie Beck were included in the magazine’s “Top 100 Favorite Restaurants” feature, and were noted particularly for their mussels.
CULTUREMOB.COM – March 31, 2011 – Mussel Bar was praised by the writer for their wood-fired tarts and unique offerings.
METROCUREAN.COM – March 25, 2011 – Chef David Guas, owner of Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery named the Classic Mussels at Brasserie Beck one of his top “5 Bites” for dining in the District.
WASHINGTON EXAMINER – March 23, 2011 – A full profile on Robert Wiedmaier and his history in DC dining scene was featured in the newspaper.
VIRGINIA LIVING MAGAZINE – March 23, 2011 – Robert reflected upon his selection of Old Town Alexandria as the location for Brabo and was noted as a top restaurateur in the area.
WASHINGTONCITYPAPER.COM– March 9, 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier was featured in an article that discussed the effect of the recession on area restaurants, noting that his restaurants have remained strong throughout.
THE TODAY SHOW ON NBC – March 9, 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier was featured on The Today Show where he discussed classic Belgian dishes and cooking, including mussels and the simplicity of cooking with them.
BISNOW MEDIA – March 4, 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier discussed cooking for rock stars Eric Clapton and Derek Trucks of the Allman Brothers, as well as his plans for future restaurants for the site’s “Dining” section.
THE WASHINGTON POST – February 20, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was selected for The Date Lab, where the coupled enjoyed the extensive beer selection.
THE WASHINGTON POST – February 18, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was recommended by Going Out Guru Alex Baldinger as one of the top places in DC to “shell out” for oysters, particularly during their Happy Hour.
THE WASHINGTON POST – February 11, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was recommended by the Going Out Gurus as one of the best Happy Hours in DC to impress a date.
WASHINGTONIAN.COM “BEST BITES BLOG” – February 9, 2011 – The Food Editors of the Washingtonian selected the Chocolate Soufflé with Hazelnut Ice Cream as one of their favorite chocolate desserts in the city.
THE WASHINGTON POST – February 5, 2011 – Brasserie Beck was recommended by Going Out Gurus Justin Rude and Fritz Hahn as an ideal location for a romantic dinner and excellent beer pairings.
DELTA SKY MAGAZINE – February 2011 – Pastry Chef David Guas named Marcel’s and their boudin blanc as his go-to spot for dinner in the DC area for a “Perfect Day” in DC.
WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE – February 2011 – Mussel Bar and Brasserie Beck were selected as two of the 75 Greatest Bars in DC and were both ranked as top “Beer Heaven” bars.
DC MODERN LUXURY, January/February 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier recounted how riding his motorcycle along Skyline Drive was one of his favorite ways to enjoy Washington, DC in a feature that examined DC through the eyes of local celebrities.
BETHESDA MAGAZINE, January/February 2011 – Mussel Bar was selected as a Reader’s Pick for 2011 as “Best New Restaurant” in the magazine’s annual Best of Bethesda issue.
EPICURIOUS.COM, January 27, 2011 – Editor in Chief of Epicurious.com, Tanya Steel, described Brasserie Beck’s mussels with chorizo and fennel and frites as “amazing.”
CULTUREMOB.COM, January 23, 2011 – Marcel’s named one of “DC’s Most Romantic Restaurants.”
DCDINING.COM, January 23, 2011 – DC restaurant critic Don Rockwell reviewed Mussel Bar and said that he has “yet to have a bad meal here.”
WASHINGTONIAN.COM BEST BITES BLOG – January 14, 2011 – Marcel’s Valentine’s Day menu featured as a top romantic restaurant.
URBANDADDY DC, January 10, 2011 – Table 28 at Marcel’s listed as one of the most romantic tables in the city for Valentine’s Day.
FLAVOR MAGAZINE VIRGINIA, January 8, 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier’s charcuterie plate was featured for being not only locally made, a rarity in the district, but also for its high quality.
ZAGAT BUZZ, January 5, 2011 – Mussel Bar selected as one of the Top 10 Hottest Restaurant Openings of 2010 in DC.
WASHINGTONIAN, January 2011 – Marcel’s named as one of the “Best 100 Restaurants” in Washington, D.C. It was ranked within the top 10 at number 7.
ZAGAT GUIDE, 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier’s flagship restaurant, Marcel’s, was named the top restaurant for food in Zagat’s 2011 Washington, D.C./Baltimore Restaurant Survey and was also named as one of the top five restaurants for service.
NATIONAL CULINARY REVIEW, Winter 2010 – Marcel’s sommelier Moez bon Achour and chef de cuisine Paul Stearman were featured for their superb wine and food pairings.
CAPITOL FILE, December 2010/January 2011 – Robert Wiedmaier as a “top toque” discussed his favorite holiday meals from his childhood and what he serves his family now for the holidays.
BETHESDAMAGAZINE.COM, December 29, 2010 – Robert Wiedmaier’s latest restaurant, Mussel Bar, was featured as being one of the most popular and prominent restaurant openings in 2010 for the Bethesda area. The author also noted the chocolate-cherry bread pudding at Mussel Bar as the best dessert special for the entire year.
WASHINGTONIAN’S BEST BITES BLOG, December 22, 2010 – Marcel’s named as a “Readers’ Pick” for Best Service and Best French cuisine.
EATMOREDRINKMORE.COM, November 4, 2010 – The B.L.D. feature spotlights Robert Wiedmaier as a top chef in the area and his recommendations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in DC.
GO MAGAZINE, November 1, 2010 – Mussel Bar named a top restaurant in the DC area for their redolent mussel options, wide array of Belgian beers, and gastropub atmosphere.
WASHINGTON FLYER, October 26, 2010 – Chef Robert Wiedmaier and Mussel Bar were selected as examples of “Great European Cuisine” in the Washington, DC area as part of the magazine’s Fall & Winter Dining roundup.
DELTA SKY MAGAZINE, October 2010 – Brasserie Beck was chosen as a top dining spot in Washington, DC for the magazine’s city destination roundup.
WASHINGTONIAN, September 30, 2010 – Robert Wiedmaier’s latest restaurant venture, Mussel Bar, was featured as one of the magazine’s “Great New Restaurants” of 2010.
WASHINGTON DC CELEBRATED CHEFS COOKBOOK, VOL. 1, September 2010 – Robert Wiedmaier’s recipe for Braised Pork Shank was selected for the landmark cookbook.
THE WASHINGTON POST, August 1, 2010 – The French fries of Brasserie Beck were listed as a “Best Bet” for area fries.
METROCUREAN, July 22, 2010 – Amanda McClements of Metrocurean officially announces the opening of Mussel Bar in Bethesda, Maryland.
MOUTHING OFF, June 3, 2010 – Robert Wiedmaier’s participation in the Patron Train to benefit the St. Bernard Project was featured.
CAPITOL FILE, Summer 2010 – Both Brasserie Beck and Marcel’s were featured in the magazine’s second annual “guide to the good life” in the Greater Washington area—Brasserie Beck as a “Standout Stalwart,” and Marcel’s as a “Top Table.”
AAA FOUR DIAMOND AWARD, 2010– For the sixth consecutive year Marcel’s was honored with the AAA Four Diamond Award.
WASHINGTONIAN, 2010 – Marcel’s named as one of the “Best 100 Restaurants” in Washington, D.C.
THE WASHINGTON POST, Fall 2009 – Marcel’s named an “Editor’s Pick” by restaurant critic Tom Siestema in the Fall Dining Guide.
RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON, 2009 – Robert Wiedmaier was named Chef of the Year by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington.
SOUTHERN LIVING, December 2008 – Brasserie Beck and Marcel’s were included in a travel feature on Washington, D.C.
RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON, 2008 – Brasserie Beck nominated for New Restaurant of the Year and Voter’s Favorite, and Robert Wiedmaier was nominated for Chef of the Year for Marcel’s and Brasserie Beck by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington.
THE LAB SCHOOL, November 2007 – Robert Wiedmaier was the first honoree in the culinary industry to be honored as an Outstanding Achiever with Learning Disabilities.
ESQUIRE, October 2007 – John Mariani named Brasserie Beck one of the “Best New Restaurants in America.”
THE WASHINGTON POST, June 24, 2007 – Restaurant critic Tom Siestema named Brasserie Beck an “Editor’s Pick” for the Going Out Guide and told readers that “the beer alone makes Robert Wiedmaier's new restaurant worth a visit.”
PBS “CHEFS A FIELD,” 2007 – Robert Wiedmaier appeared in an episode titled “Rockfish Roundup” with his two sons and marine biologist Jim Chambers. Wiedmaier spent a day on the Chesapeake Bay with his sons exploring the bay’s ecosystem and teaching the value of sustainability.
RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON, 2007 – Robert Wiedmaier is nominated for Chef of the Year by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington.
RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON, 2006 – Robert Wiedmaier is nominated for Chef of the Year by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington.
RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON, 2004 – Marcel’s voted Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington.