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Modavie

Wine bar with live music & an old-timey jazz vibe, plus an eclectic menu with lamb specialties.
Old Montreal
4.6$$ & $$$
OPEN11:30 am - 11 pm
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Brunch: Saturday and Sunday
BistroGrillFrenchTartareMusselsCharcuteriePastaEclecticBrunchGreat selection of winesNon-alcoholic Drink OptionsResto-BarWine Bar
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Modavie is a timeless place that brings us back to our roots, where ladies & gents gather and eat in a lively atmosphere caused by great conversation, live music and the wooden scents of a vintage room. Born in 1997, it quickly became popular among locals & visitors, and is now considered a Montreal institution.

Treat yourself to refined French fare in an antique & dimmed corner locale spawning two floors. From the classic beef tartare, to tasty sweetbread, to the famous ratatouille, your cravings will be easily satiated.

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Capacity: 160 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
Saturday and Sunday
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Modavie is a standout destination in Old Montreal, celebrated for its warm, inviting atmosphere and the consistent quality of its French bistro fare. Guests frequently highlight the excellent lamb dishes, onion soup, and duck confit as menu favorites, often paired with an impressive wine selection and well-crafted cocktails. The live jazz and blues music adds a unique, sophisticated charm that diners find both lively and memorable. While service can occasionally be busy due to the restaurant's popularity, most patrons describe the staff as attentive, professional, and welcoming, with many praising the personalized care provided during special occasions. Making a reservation is highly recommended to fully enjoy the experience in this classic, bustling establishment.
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Pats
5.0

Came in for dinner & they had a live jazz band! Food was great! It took a while for food to come but it was worth it. Service was great too, staff were attentive & pleasant. Would recommend getting a reservation, place was packed!

Jul 14, 2026
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PS
5.0

Delicious food, attentive & kind staff, exceptional service. Thank you for giving us an amazing time

Jul 13, 2026
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Anne
5.0

What a special dinner to celebrate our anniversary! Really enjoyed the jazz tonight; my salmon dinner & husband's rack of lamb were delicious. The escargot were also delicious!! thanks to Tyler our wonderful warm, attentive server, who really made this dinner even more special! Very genuine & obviously loves what he does!!! Merci Beaucoup !!!

Jun 7, 2026
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Alexandra
5.0

Very unique brunch experience. The duck waffle was something special, & the croque madame with lamb was insanely tasty - I honestly can't even decide which one I liked more. Beautiful atmosphere, live music, & such a nice attentive staff. Definitely a place worth coming back to!!

May 28, 2026
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Ariya
5.0

Had an amazing experience at modavie! The food was great & great quality. Our server was very kind, attentive & welcoming.

May 28, 2026
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Along
5.0

The Duck Confit, Modavie Poutine & Lamb cavatell was our favorite dishes. The service is very attentive & despite how busy the restaurant is, the wait was very reasonable.

May 20, 2026
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Alexandria
5.0

Absolutely fantastic food, service & ambience. Highly recommend the lamb, risotto & creme brûlée. Our server, George, was attentive & took time to discuss the menu with us. Overall a fabulous experience, we be back & will recommend to our friends.

May 17, 2026
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Michele
5.0

We came here 3 years ago as a local recommended Modavie for their french onion soup that I was so hungry for. It was a great exprience then. We found ourselves back in Montreal & there was no quesion where we wanted to go for our nice meal. Everything was superb! The lamb chops were exceptional!! Service was quick but not rushed. Our server, Patrice, was amazing as well & very well, but not overly attentive. Looking forward to coming back again!

May 13, 2026
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Khorshid
5.0

Food was good. Atmosphere was nice & Dimitri & Lorenzo were attentive & fun!

May 7, 2026
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Peter
5.0

Had the Catch of the Day. Seabeam fish on a bed of puree pea & potato drizzled with a perfect lemon sauce with capers & sun-dried tomatoes. I find when I eat out it is rare that the flavors hit the palate just right. Here it did!. Add our onion soup starter was the best onion soup I've had! Our server was the kindest & most attentive server. Eating here was the highlight of our Montreal trip!

May 1, 2026
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