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.
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.
Dec 10, 2024
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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.
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.
Nov 26, 2024
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Modavie est un restaurant rempli de charme. A la fois calme, l'ambiance est chaleureuse & la musique très plaisante. Les plats étaient super bons, ça faisait longtemps qu'on avait mangé un plat aussi bon dans un restaurant. Patrice, notre serveur a rendu notre expérience encore meilleure par sa sympathie & son sens de l'humour incroyable:) Merci pour un super service!
All I can say is incredible place. The food is immaculate. The Best French onion soup I've ever had. Their Lamb Rack was pure perfection. Ambiance was pleasant. Music was great, & also.. Had the pleasure of seeing a certain celeb from the Jacka** series enjoy the place! I'f you're newly local or visiting, you have to take the time to treat yourself to this fine digs. Service is prompt, polite, & also down to earth. You will not be disappointed.
