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Wine Bar Top Pick

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 10 am
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Brunch: Saturday and Sunday
BistroGrillFrenchTartareMusselsCharcuteriePastaEclecticBrunchGreat selection of winesNon-alcoholic Drink OptionsResto-BarWine Bar

About

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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Reviews for Modavie

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on Google4.5 (7900+)
*as of 2026-07-05
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Review Summary

Modavie offers a quintessential French bistro experience in Old Montreal, celebrated for its warm, inviting atmosphere and nightly live jazz music. Many guests highlight the exceptional quality of the cuisine, particularly the signature lamb dishes, French onion soup, and duck confit, which are often described as tender and flavorful. While experiences can vary based on individual preferences for seasoning or portion sizes, the attentive and professional service provided by the staff frequently elevates the dining experience. Whether visiting for a special anniversary, a celebratory birthday, or a casual lunch, patrons consistently appreciate the festive energy and classic charm that make this restaurant a standout destination in the city.
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We had a delicious meal, nice wine & wonderful service (especially from Lorenzo who was very kind to our daughter).

Jun 19, 2026
on Google
5.0

Excellent diner- romantic, delicious, William, our server, was delightful, fun & generous- gave us a delicious dessert wine after learning it was our 23rd anniversary. Lamb & Cod were amazing.

Jun 11, 2026
on Google

Very good French food, the dessert was especially excellent. Large selection of nonalcoholic drinks including a nonalcoholic wine which was delicious. Excellent atmosphere, we had jazz live music - excellent overall experience

May 18, 2026
on Google

Amazing food, wine & service. The staff is outstanding, & Lorenzo is friendly & funny.

May 13, 2026
on Google

Wonderful restaurant with live music & serving classic French cuisine. Great atmosphere on second floor. Was given a fantastic table close to live music performance. Attendant was ok, nothing extraordinary but provided decent polite service. Food was quite good, especially the onion soup which was not salty & seasoned perfectly with savory & sweetness balanced nicely with hint of wine flavourful in the broth. Rack of lamb was cooked to perfection however the rack portion could have been better cut up & presented though, it was a tad lazy to serve up two giant racks with other rack bones partial in together, when compare to others having same dish at other tables. Scallops were cooked right but sauce was too salty for my preference. Salad was amazingly fresh & crisp. Overall good food good vibe good value.

May 12, 2026
on Google

If you are looking for proper French food, Modavie is a great place to check out. They have variety of great options, really good wine selection & their staff are trained to be very professional & observant. They also have live music which makes the experience much more enjoyable.

Apr 27, 2026
on Google

Nice place to relax for a slow meal. Great chef. Good wine list. Good service. The host was always checking with us to make sure everything was okay. Nice ambiance because music & noise levels were low so you can have quiet conversation. Highly recommend.

Apr 6, 2026
on Google

Great spot with a festive atmosphere & live jazz. Service was friendly & attentive. Rad, our waiter, was excellent. Prices are reasonable & the wine list is diverse. The only downside was that the band, although very talented, was too loud, making it hard to have a conversation at the table.

Mar 24, 2026
on Google

We initially wanted to come for the table d'hôte but the dinner menu looked delicious so we just ordered from there.

We ordered 2 dishes from the Classics side of the menu & 1 dish from the house specials.

Classics included the Mushroom risotto, which was a cheesy goodness featuring plenty of mushrooms & the other was the mussels & fries, which it in itself is always a classic. The white wine sauce was so complimentary for dipping the fries in & the mussels were so fresh.

The house specials featured the lamb chops, which I'm not usually a fan of, as sometimes too gamey, but these chops were cooked so well. The veggies were roasted so nicely, & included carrots, parsnips, zucchini & potatoes.

We visited during lunch on a weekday, so it wasn't too busy. Perfect for a lunch date. The server & the manager were accommodating of our stroller & us baby wearing our baby while eating lunch. Such nice hospitality, will definitely visit again!

Mar 17, 2026
on Google

We had a nice dinner at Modavie restaurant. The place has a great atmosphere & feels lively, especially with the live music playing during the evening.

We ordered salmon fillet with barley & a glass of wine. The food tasted fresh & was very tasty. The salmon was well prepared & the dish was nicely balanced.

The restaurant was quite busy, which shows it's a popular place. Because of the live music & the number of guests, it can also get a bit loud, but it adds to the energetic atmosphere.

Overall, it's a nice place with good food, live music, & a vibrant setting. 🎶🍷🐟

Mar 8, 2026
on Google