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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$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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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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Norayr
5.0

Good, great ambiance & live music.

Jul 19, 2026
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Siu
5.0

Nice music, nice service, delicious food!

Jul 19, 2026
on Google
Lydia
5.0

Delicious food, fantastic wine recommendations, & a great atmosphere with the live music. 100% suggest making this a stop in Old Montreal

Jul 19, 2026
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Charles
5.0

Food is consistently good. Service is also very good considering how busy they can get. They have live jazz music upstairs & downstairs which i think is a plus. They do have a bar section on the ground floor if you prefer to avoid the larger rooms with live music

Jul 7, 2026
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Tony
5.0

Dinner on a Monday night & couldn't believe how incredible it would be. Service is way above expectations & food was delicious. Calamari is worth ordering. Lamb burger is underrated! One of the best burgers I have ever had! The acoustic music upstairs was something I could have sat & listened to for hours.. Just an overall amazing dinner & experience! Make the reservation & enjoy!

Jul 6, 2026
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Paul
5.0

Can't say anything negative, great food & service - the live jazz can be experienced or avoided depending on your mood - pleasant background music for us!

Jul 6, 2026
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Margaret
5.0

A beautiful & delicious French establishment perfectly situated in Old Montreal, flanked by adorable shops, cafes, & more to explore along Rue St-Paul Ouest. General Manager Lorenzo was warm, welcoming, & friendly with all guests, adding to the lively ambiance. Menu favorites of mine included the Salmon Tartare, Onion Soup, & Duck Confit. Unfortunately, I did not get to return during later evening hours for the live music, but hope to be back soon! Cheers to Lorenzo & his Team for a wonderful experience.

Jul 5, 2026
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Robyn
4.0

Lorenzo was extremely helpful helping us change a reservation we made on open table. He is charming. The food was good to average & the atmosphere was ok. We came for the music.

Jul 5, 2026
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Kate
5.0

I walked in solo without reservations at 4pm for Modavie's dinner service. They accommodated me easily with a cozy 2 top near a window, but let me know I'd have to be done within 2 hours.
The waiter was friendly, brought me table bread quickly & recommended a great glass of red wine that paired perfectly with my lamb chops.
The meal, the music & the service were all 10/10.

Jul 4, 2026
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AJ
5.0

Great place . Love the drinks & atmosphere. They do have live music with is a great touch

Jul 1, 2026
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