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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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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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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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Luz
5.0

Had an amazing experience at Modavie! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was incredible-super welcoming & lively. The live jazz music really set the mood & made the whole night feel special.

Huge shoutout to Caroline, who took care of me & my friends. She was honestly the highlight of our experience-super friendly, chill, & gave us amazing recommendations that we all loved. You can tell she really knows the menu & wants you to have a great time.

The food, the energy, & the atmosphere were all on point. Between the live music & the great service, this is definitely a spot I'd come back to anytime I'm in Montreal. Highly recommend!

Apr 3, 2026
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Brian
5.0

fantastic food, amazing service from our server Caroline & the band was great! An absolute must visit :)

Apr 2, 2026
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Sylvio
5.0

i had an steak (not in the menu' that was delicious. burrata also.
but... the Canollis.. you must have! amazing

Apr 2, 2026
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Susan
5.0

We had a delicious & relaxing early dinner! Lorenzo greeted us with a smile & visited us at our table & shared a laugh. We loved our experience & our meal & hope to return soon.

Apr 2, 2026
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Jessica
3.0

We went here for a early dinner as we booked for AURA experience in Notre-Dame Basilica. It's quite pity we didn't get a chance to enjoy the jazz music.

We tried the Happening Gourmand Menu - 2-course menu featuring items for $49, like the snail, tuna tartare, steak & fries & cod risotto. Other than that, we also ordered onion soup & rack of lamp from the menu separately.

I would say the food is like average level, nothing impressed me. The food was served promptly, I kinda doubted if they were freshly cooked or not. I ordered medium for the steak & lamp. I think they were served as medium well.

Apr 1, 2026
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Richard
5.0

Thank you to Lorenzo & Kevin for excellent service & food.

Apr 1, 2026
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Victor
5.0

Great vibe in the upstairs room. Food was good, but the music playing live in the background was what made this a 5.

Staff was not overly nice but we still had a great time.

Mar 30, 2026
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John
4.0

Very nice atmosphere, food was good, service was outstanding. Live music downstairs gave dinner a great vibe.

Mar 27, 2026
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Stefanie
5.0

Excellent food! Super nice people & great atmosphere

Mar 27, 2026
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Claude
5.0

Great place with great music.

Mar 27, 2026
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