Longtime DC restaurant Marcel’s is closing after more than two decades

Chef Robert Wiedmaier opened his first restaurant 18 years ago. Now, Marcel's, in D.C.'s West End, will close permanently on May 12, ending a 25-year run as part of the District's fine dining scene.(Courtesy Simone Rathlé/Credit Scott Suchman)

Chef Robert Wiedmaier opened his first restaurant 18 years ago.