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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 10 am
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BistroGrillFrenchTartareMusselsCharcuteriePastaEclecticBrunchGreat selection of winesNon-alcoholic Drink OptionsResto-BarWine Bar
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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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on Google4.5 (8100+)
*as of 2026-08-09
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Review Summary

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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Bonnie
5.0

"Just do it" is a Nike quote, in French it would be "fais-le" this saying can be applied perfectly to this restaurant. Just go. The food is not describable in words… you will have to go for yourself. Alvin is the best, overall service was kinda mind blowing. Atmosphere made me feel like I was in a delicious fantasy. 6 stars (if I could)

Jan 26, 2025
on Google
Emilio
5.0

Such a great place. Great service from our waiter Renault. Everyone in our party loved there meal. We went on a Saturday & the live music was excellent. Busy place but quick attentive service. Did not wait long for our food.

Jan 26, 2025
on Google
Caleb
5.0

After 6 visits brunch, dinner, drinks, I haven't had a bad experience. For a restaurant that has every right to be pretentious they go out of their way to be the opposite. Not to mention the incredible live music.

Jan 25, 2025
on Google
Jessica
5.0

Applause to the chef. My favorite was the the bone marrow & the salmon. Everything was nicely seasoned & evenly cooked.

Jan 25, 2025
on Google
Kantcho
5.0

The food service & the ambiance were excellent. It is a busy restaurant & you have a limit of 2 hours & you can not enjoy fully the evening.

Jan 20, 2025
on Google
Andre
5.0

All the food was amazing but a special shout out to the unique chocolate mousse pyramid. Absolutely fantastic.

Jan 19, 2025
on Google
Eric
5.0

This might be my favorite restaurant in the world. The food alone makes this five stars. I've had the mushroom risotto topped with braised lamb, linguini with duck confit, & the lamb chops. All were excellent. Great wine selection. Chocolate mousse pyramid for dessert was amazing. The live music is the best I've ever seen while dining. Each time we visited Modavie, we saw GL Chambers & Band who perform a soulful mix of rock & blues. They are so talented & play with such a warm spirit. The music brings Modavie from a five star restaurant to a special must-visit destination.

Jan 18, 2025
on Google
Annabelle
4.0

J'ai pris la salade avec tataki de thon. C'était OK. Le service était bon, serveur gentil.

Jan 17, 2025
on Google
Colin
4.0

Went as a big group, fixed menu. I ordered the salmon tartare & a lamb cavatelli. The portions were bigger than I expected, & everything tasted good, despite being a little bit generic. The vibe is cozy

Jan 16, 2025
on Google
Georgia
5.0

Everything was beyond exceptional. As soon as we sat down water & bread service was provided & our drink orders were very quick. I ordered the escargot & it was amazing. Main courses ordered were: Duck Confit, mushroom risotto & the steak which were all phenomenal. The duck fell apart beautifully & the sauce was complimentary to everything in the dish. The risotto was probably the best I've ever had & I would live off of it if I could. & the steak was so juicy & I didn't know it was a flank cut until I was told. I would & will be going back again next time I'm in Montreal!

Jan 14, 2025
on Google
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