Cinéma Moderne Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Cinéma Moderne is described as an intimate, small repertory cinema with a strong program of independent, art-house and world films and occasional retrospectives that invite discovery. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with a bar and cafe that serve good coffee and beers, popcorn, and brief staff introductions to films that add a hint of personality, even as some find the drink prices high and the overall value not always matched by the cost. Seating is a common point of contention, praised for its coziness but criticized for uncomfortable chairs and limited neck support, with some reviewers noting a desire for upgrades while others appreciate the charm of the space and the focus on the film; a few comments mention minor issues like occasional bugs and the need to arrive early due to a small venue. The programming and audience culture are often highlighted, including a no-phone policy during screenings, a respectful crowd, multilingual trigger warnings, and the chance to explore titles not easily found elsewhere, which makes it ideal for cinephiles and those seeking a quiet night with friends. A practical caveat is the venue's cancellation policy, which does not offer refunds or exchanges for cancellations, a factor to consider given the advance booking required for this intimate setting.

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Steve

4.0

Reminds one of the good old days of independent cinema theatres before the 1990s. Excellent repertoire & small, cosy hall. Particularly appreciated are the mini introductions to each film made by staff - super brief but they add a sense of personality.

It's great that they have a bar & mini cafe as well, & I would be happy to support it more if only the prices there were even somewhat more reasonable & friendly. The cocktails are painfully more expensive for what you get than even at fancy cocktail bars & something like a cortado is up to two dollars more than at any cafe. Yes, it's a premium offering & gives patrons somewhere to sit & wait for a movie but it leaves a sense of having been squeezed that taints an another highly positive experience there.

Jan 26, 2026

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Valérie

Le cinema où j'ai rencontré mon amoureuse!

Ils ont une des meilleures sélection de films à Montréal & de bons cafés/bonnes bières.

Le seul point négatif (quoi que compréhensible car il s'agit d'un petit cinéma indépendant), c'est qu'ils ne remboursent/n'échangent pas les billets en cas d'annulation, même pour une raison valable comme une maladie. Or, comme la salle est petite, il faut souvent acheter d'avance pour avoir une place...

Aug 3, 2025

Veruska

The place is lovely! It has great movie options & good times to watch them. & the cafeteria has great coffees.

Apr 7, 2025

Pauline

5.0

Superbe petit cinéma avec une salle unique & un café à l'entrée qui sert de très bon chaï latte bien réconfortant (ou des cafés) que vous pouvez prendre avec vous dans la salle. La programmation est toujours impeccable avec des films d'auteurs aussi bien québécois qu'internationaux. Ce que j'aime le plus, c'est le petit mot d'intro avant chaque séance. Pas de pubs alors arrivez à l'heure & surtout mieux vaut réserver en avance. Je rêve d'une formule abonnement avec des tarifs avantageux.

Mar 11, 2024

Anne-Julie

Très bel endroit pour regarder un film & beau café ! Personnel accueilant !

Feb 13, 2024

Shannon

Great ambiance, love the cafe & bistro. Perfect for meeting your friends & chatting before the movie. & no stress cause you can bring it all in with you to watch the movie. A lovely gem for the plateau/mile end area.

Dec 9, 2023

Ali

It's a beautiful place but very small theatres! It has a cafe at the entrance & is nice to hangout after or before the film!

Nov 29, 2023

Adam

I really love this theater! They always play amazing movies-some modern & a lot from the past. They have a little bar & cafe inside. It's not a huge theater, so it's a nice experience. Compared to the Cineplex, Check out the listing & go check it out if you're a movie lover. You'd like it here.

Nov 14, 2023

Un espace culturel d’exception! J’adore la programmation & l’ambiance conviviale du café-bar. Je suis ravie à chaque fois!

Sep 1, 2023

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