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.
Modavie comes across as a warm, lively French bistro in Old Montreal with inviting lighting, timeless charm and nightly live jazz. Reviewers consistently highlight friendly, attentive service and a welcoming staff that makes celebrations feel special. The menu features crowd pleasers like duck confit, rack of lamb and lamb chops, escargots, onion soup and mussels with fries, with many dishes praised for bold flavors and generous portions. The atmosphere blends old world charm with modern warmth, and the two level space with live music creates a vibrant yet conversation friendly setting. While busy nights can bring a bit of hustle and occasional slower pacing, the overall experience is described as memorable and well worth returning for.
Avec un foyer qui nous réchauffait autant le corps que le coeur, notre hôte nous a offert un service impeccable. Recommandé, nous avons choisi le contre-filet garni avec une sauce délectable & des légumes cuits à la perfection ; Nous n'avons pas été déçu. Le prix étant quand même raisonnable, nous avons choisi un vin à 65$ qui est parmi les moins chère de la carte. J'y retournerais sans hésiter pour goûter un des mets de la spécialité, l'agneau, & pour vivre l'ambiance avec les musiciens qui n'étaient toujours pas présent si tôt un lundi.
Excellent service! Went for a dinner with my family. I would say the food was pretty average considering the prices. Also wish they have better cocktails. My mom loved the duck confit though.
BEST rack of lamb I've ever had..!!!! The poutine used to be incredible, but they changed the gravy to a different style sauce so it's not the best anymore. The chocolate pyramid dessert was AMAZING!! A must get!!
Amazing lamb dinner in inviting decor. Best lamb chops I've had in a long time, marinade was delicious with rosemary, olive oil & slight tang of lemon. Vegetable accompaniment was perfect. Just the right portion size to have dessert & not feel too full. We went early with our toddler & they had a high chair available.
Un resto à découvrir pour l'ambiance & le bon service. Par contre la nouriture ne nous a pas impressionnée. La soupe à l'oignon sans gout particulier & le confit de canard beaucoup trop sec. Le groupe jazz était vraiment bien.
For a great dining experience this is a must stop. First, the service was amazing! Food & drink selection is wonderful. The atmosphere is perfect with live music & lighting.
Dec 10, 2024
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Honest review. For the price this restaurant is excellent. The service is great, the atmosphere excellent. If you get there on the earlier side it is kid friendly. I had the rack of lamb & I was hesitant when my waiter mentioned it was a lamb & red wine reduction & mint. Mint is used & overused on lamb & I've seen it overpower many a delicious meal. However, it was subtle to perfection. Just the hint of mint which added just a little clear bite to the deliciousness of the red wine reduction & the crispness of the charred herb. A delightful experience all around.
Je suis allée pour le party de Noël de mon travail, le personnel est superbe, très sympathique. Notre verre n'était jamais vide & la nourriture était excellente & que dire du fondant au chocolat, il était délicieux ! Bel ambiance aussi, belle place à découvrir.
The food was absolutely delicious, & we enjoyed a wonderful dinner in a great atmosphere with outstanding service. I will definitely be coming back! A big thank you to the staff, especially Jessica, our waitress, for her help in guiding us through the menu.
Vraiment, on mange bien ici. A lovely place. Lamb was excellent. Service was warm & friendly. Wines & cocktails all added to an excellent time, in a very fine restaurant.
This place is absolutely perfect! The food was delicious, & our server, Christian, was super attentive. He really gave a boost to our experience! He was also very patient in letting us practise our French. We really appreciated it! We would come back to Montreal just to eat here again!
Food was very disappointing. We chose the place based on location, thinking you couldn't possibly mess up Steak Frites, but those & the mussels were mediocre. Beef tartare & lamb pasta were good.
