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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 11:30 am
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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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Don
5.0

Food was amazing! Service was excellent up to the end. Our server was definitely over-seated & struggled to get our check

May 27, 2026
on Google
Simon
3.0

Well, the food is amazing. Just 10/10, but the service is quite poor. I had a reservation but upon arrival I was told by the girl at front desk that there was no seat available & I was asked to come back later. I spoke to someone else & was able to get a seat within a few minutes, which just shows either their internal inconsistency or perhaps the first person that I spoke to was being racist. Anyway, I was being put in the corner & nobody came to take my order until about 15 minutes later. When I was trying to pay, I had to follow up 3 times just to get the check. Honestly, despite the good food quality, I cannot see myself coming back due to the service quality

May 27, 2026
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Tim
5.0

Great vibe. The food is outstanding & everyone that we encountered were extremely accommodating!

May 26, 2026
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Pier-Olivier
5.0

Super belle expérience chez Modavie. L'ambiance est vraiment agréable, la nourriture excellente, mais surtout un énorme merci à Lorenzo & Buddy pour leur service incroyable. Très attentionnés, chaleureux & authentiques.

May 21, 2026
on Google
Along
5.0

The Duck Confit, Modavie Poutine & Lamb cavatell was our favorite dishes. The service is very attentive & despite how busy the restaurant is, the wait was very reasonable.

May 20, 2026
on Google
Wren
4.0

Had a great lunch at Modavie in Montreal. The poutine was surprisingly one of the best we had during the trip, definitely worth trying. We also ordered the lamb pasta & the duck confit - both were absolutely delicious, especially the duck, which was tender & full of flavor.

The atmosphere was cozy & lively with great music, & the location in Old Montreal is perfect for walking around before or after dinner. The only downside is that parking nearby can be a bit difficult. Overall, highly recommend!

May 18, 2026
on Google
Nika
5.0

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
Rajat
5.0

Delicious food & great service. Try their lamb dishes

May 17, 2026
on Google
Samantha
5.0

People outside recommended this place to us while we were looking at the menu & it did not disappoint. Lorenzo was so accommodating & personable to our walk-in group, shifting around things to fit us comfortably & checking in on us intermittently. Dimitri was a friendly server who made the best drinks. Food & drinks were fantastic; ambience was beautiful. I feel like this restaurant is a hidden gem. Highly recommend!

May 17, 2026
on Google
Alexandria
5.0

Absolutely fantastic food, service & ambience. Highly recommend the lamb, risotto & creme brûlée. Our server, George, was attentive & took time to discuss the menu with us. Overall a fabulous experience, we be back & will recommend to our friends.

May 17, 2026
on Google
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