Reviews describe Modavie as a warm, welcoming French bistro in Old Montreal with a charming two levels setting and live jazz that adds mood without overpowering conversation. The menu celebrates classic French fare with generous portions and good value, including duck confit, lamb chops, mussels, escargots, onion soup, and seafood dishes, with many noting standout items like foie gras, scallops, and richly prepared mains. The wine list and cocktails receive praise and staff are described as attentive and knowledgeable, guiding pairings and making occasions feel special. The atmosphere blends old world charm with modern touches, and the live music is a highlight for many, creating a memorable backdrop for dates, celebrations, or relaxed lunches. While a few reviews mention occasional noise or busy service during peak times, the overall impression is of superb hospitality, delicious food, and a vibrant, inviting vibe that brings guests back.View restaurant profile
3 Brasseurs is described as a lively welcoming pub with a strong onsite beer selection and generous pub fare. Reviews consistently praise friendly attentive staff and good service when not very busy, though some visits note slower service and seating delays during peak times. The menu includes burgers, fish and chips, poutine, nachos, and vegetarian options, with many finding portions generous and the food hot and flavorful, while a few meals arrive lukewarm or the fries too soft. The atmosphere ranges from high energy game nights to casual, family friendly vibes, with some comments about noise levels when crowded but the space feels cozier as crowds thin. Overall it is seen as a reliable spot for beer value and solid food, especially for beer lovers, with repeat visits common due to the welcoming staff and the vibrant atmosphere.View restaurant profile
Overall, reviews describe Holder as a busy yet inviting brasserie in Old Montreal that delivers solid to excellent French inspired fare, with highlights such as mussels, lobster ravioli, beef cheeks, duck confit, oysters and French onion soup; the kitchen is praised for flavor and generous portions, and the service is repeatedly noted as attentive, professional and friendly, able to adjust the pace of the meal to diners preferences. Some guests find the space loud and bustling, not ideal for quiet meals, and a few dishes are described as average or not as memorable for the price. Yet there is broad consensus on a warm atmosphere, good value for the quality, and dependable reliability across business lunches, casual dinners and special occasions, making Holder a popular choice for those seeking classic French bistro style done well.View restaurant profile
Gibby’s is repeatedly described as a historic Old Montreal steakhouse that feels timeless inside a stone-walled building, offering generous portions and a menu built around classic cuts and crowd-pleasing sides. Diners note bright wine lists, impressive starters like oysters Rockefeller and beef carpaccio, and standout mains such as Beef Wellington, rib eye and filet mignon, often paired with Monte Carlo potatoes and a crusty bread service that includes pickles and sorbet cleansers. The atmosphere ranges from intimate date night to festive celebrations, with warm, old-world charm that many find special, though some visits can be loud or chilly and a few readers mention pricing and value shifting after ownership changes. Service is frequently praised as attentive, knowledgeable, and professional, with many servers earning high marks for hospitality, guidance on pairings, and timing, while a minority report inconsistent pacing or upselling. Overall Gibby’s is viewed as a Montreal institution that shines for significant occasions and long-standing quality, best enjoyed with advance reservations and a readiness to indulge in classic steakhouse dining.View restaurant profile
