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.
Reviews describe Modavie as a warm, lively Old Montreal bistro with a welcoming vibe and memorable live jazz that enhances the evening. The menu is praised for classic French bistro dishes like mussels and fries, duck confit, lamb chops, steak frites, and seafood, with generous portions and fresh ingredients. Attentive, friendly service and a knowledgeable staff are repeatedly highlighted, helping guests feel cared for in a vibrant setting enhanced by a diverse wine list and craft cocktails. Overall, the atmosphere, food, and music combine to create enjoyable dinners for dates, friends, and celebrations, making Modavie a reliable choice in Montreal.
A thousand thank you to Yan for the great service & his patience & of course the whole team behind the scene for making my birthday so easy & accommodating! From the communication through emails days prior the big day to the actual day, everything went smoothly. The food was great, I had the onion soup, the lamb chop (a tad bit too cooked for my taste but we were also a big group of 14 so I understand) with a side of smashed potatoes, the crème brûlée (DELICOUS by the way) & a mocktail mojito (also delicious). There were live music at the restaurant which adds up to the charm of the place. I left very happy with how everything turned out.
L'assiette de charcuterie & de fromage était vraiment excellente : délicieuse, généreuse & savoureuse. Le plat principal de côtelettes d'agneaux, en revanche, a laissé à désirer. Malgré ma demande de cuisson à point, médium/saignant, certaines pièces de viande étaient brûlées & l'assiette dans l'ensemble manquait de richesse; peut-être faudrait-il quelque chose de plus saisissante? En ce qui concerne l'ambiance, je pense qu'une sortie au restaurant vise avant tout à partager des moments avec nos amis & notre famille. Cependant, la musique, bien que de qualité, étouffait par moments nos échanges, rendant la communication ardue même depuis une table plus éloignée de la scène. Ce n'est pas que la musique n'était pas agréable, au contraire, elle était simplement un peu trop forte. La soirée s'est tout de même bien terminée, au côté de notre serveur bien chaleureux.
Lors de notre semaine à Montréal en novembre dernier, nous sommes venus 3 fois chez Modavie, tant nous avons apprécié la cuisine, l'accueil, l'ambiance & la décoration. On attend avec impatience d'y revenir 😇.
Pendant notre semaine à Montréal, nous sommes allés 3 fois chez Modavie, tant nous apprécions la cuisine, l'accueil, l'ambiance & la décoration. On a déjà hâte d'y retourner !
I wish there was a 10 star rating. This place exceeded our expectations by far. The service, the drinks, the food, the entertainment were all amazing. Our bartender Sal made the best dirty martini. Lorenzo...well he took care of us like we were family! We dined upstairs & Tyler was our server. Again...another top notch employee of Modavie. I had the signature rack of lamb & it didn't disappoint. Delicious! My friends had the filet mignon & salmon. All raved about their food. Look no further for a memorable dinner in old Montreal! I guarantee...you won't be disappointed.
Overall a very positive experience here. Staff were incredibly kind & attentive. Live music & a beautiful interior lead to atmosphere that is very enjoyable. We ate from the MTL'restaurant week', & everything was fantastic -- except for my lamb. 4 large bone-in pieces on my plate that were barely edible. Extremely fatty, & in some spots raw, not the medium-rare I ordered. Everything else was fantastic though so maybe just some bad luck.
Merci pour ce bon moment que nous avons passé Le repas était excellent (escargots, poulet basquaise & profiteroles) Le service de Yann était professionnel Avec une ambiance musicale au top i
Situated in the Vieux Port area of Montreal, this restaurant is a "must visit".
The food, the service, the ambience, outstanding!
Modavie is known for its lamb chops.
The Atlantic salmon is excellent.
The place is very popular because it boasts live music, with a jazz band performing every Tuesday.
Do not attempt to visit without a reservation unless you are prepared to wait about 45 to 60 minutes.
The rack of lamb was absolutely amazing. I highly recommend it to anyone going here. The staff was friendly & accommodating. The waiter was kind enough to heed our odd request to split the bill across 4 credit cards. I never felt like we were waiting for the staff. They just magically appeared the moment we were just thinking about needing them. Not intrusive, excellent timing.
Oct 5, 2023
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Great overall experience. The music was a bit on the loud side. Service was great! The octopus was fantastic! The rack of lamb was good, maybe a pinch more salt.
We visited in the summer. Lovely restaurant in the Old Port, a place I totally love. We had basque chicken, lamb pappardelle, but the most unforgettable dish was a bone marrow appetizer. My heavens. I love, love bone marrow, grew up eating a lot of it. This was the best prepared I’ve had yet. The drinks were wonderful. The jazz was great!
A very elegant restaurant, great food & atmosphere. Didn't get drinks but their garlic snails & poutine are must trys for appetizers. Can't go wrong choosing anything with lamb on their menu. I had the Quebec Lamb Pappardelle & was not disappointed
My husband had the lamb chops they were amazing. A bit too many he couldn’t finish. I had the mussels amazing . A fabulous experience.buddy our waiter could not have been more attentive.
Bonjour XAVC, Nous apprécions énormément votre commentaire! Nous passerons vos doux mots à notre équipe. Au plaisir de vous servir à nouveau prochainement. - LÉA-T. GIROUX Maître d'Hôtel Événementiel T 514 287-9582 1, rue St-Paul Ouest Vieux-Montréal, Québec H2Y 1Y2 modavie.com
