Modavie est un lieu intemporel qui nous rappelle nos racines, où dames & messieurs se réunissent pour manger dans une atmosphère animée causée par de bonnes conversations, de la musique live et les parfums boisés d’une salle vintage. Né en 1997, il est rapidement devenu populaire parmi les locaux et les visiteurs, et est maintenant considéré comme une institution montréalaise.
Régalez-vous avec une cuisine française raffinée dans un espace antique et tamisé sur deux étages. Du classique tartare de bœuf, au savoureux ris de veau, en passant par la fameuse ratatouille, vos envies seront facilement rassasiées.
Modavie est une destination incontournable du Vieux-Montréal, reconnue pour son atmosphère chaleureuse et la qualité constante de sa cuisine de bistrot français. Les convives soulignent fréquemment l'excellence des plats d'agneau, de la soupe à l'oignon et du confit de canard, souvent accompagnés d'une impressionnante sélection de vins et de cocktails bien élaborés. La musique jazz et blues en direct ajoute un charme unique et sophistiqué que les clients trouvent à la fois vivant et mémorable. Bien que le service puisse être rythmé en raison de la popularité de l'établissement, la plupart des convives décrivent le personnel comme étant attentionné, professionnel et accueillant, soulignant l'attention personnalisée reçue lors d'occasions spéciales. Il est fortement recommandé de réserver pour profiter pleinement de l'expérience dans ce restaurant classique et animé.
Great experience. All servers were very kind & helpful. Our server George was amazing & made our dinner special. Would definitely recommend. The food was great & the live music was at perfect volume.
We needed to experience local cuisine at least once on our trip to Montreal, & Modavie was absolutely perfect for that. order the poutine, obviously. Even without the lamb, it is so wonderfully seasoned, which a luxurious, not overly-salted gravy, & soft cheese curds & delicious french fries. lamb cavatelli was also a highlight. all in all - amazing, delicious food & superb service, beautiful space inside. highly, highly recommend~!
I don't usually write lengthy reviews, but unfortunately this experience warrants one.
We made a reservation several weeks in advance for a birthday dinner, specifically requesting a table near the live music section. On the day of our reservation, we knew we would be running late, so we called ahead to let the restaurant know. We were explicitly told that it was'no problem.'
We arrived at 7:20 PM for our 6:45 PM reservation & were immediately informed that our table had been given away.
The explanation?'We only hold reservations for 15 minutes.'
At no point during our phone call were we informed of this policy. More importantly, nobody called us to let us know they were about to release our table. Had they done so, we would have simply made alternate plans elsewhere instead of showing up expecting the experience we had booked weeks in advance.
The alternatives offered were disappointing: either sit at the bar or on the terrace directly facing the street. The terrace was far from ideal for a birthday dinner-constant traffic noise, car engines, music blasting from passing vehicles, & even the smell of exhaust & garbage. Not exactly the atmosphere we had reserved for.
As for the food, the disappointment continued.
The individual cheese board was around $25, & the charcuterie plate around $28. Seeing that the combined board was approximately $40, we assumed it would be a generous sharing platter & ordered that instead.
It was shockingly underwhelming.
The presentation looked rushed & sparse, with only a few pieces of cheese, a handful of cold cuts, canned pineapple, & what appeared to be processed ham. For a board at that price point, I expected something abundant, thoughtfully curated, & worthy of sharing. Instead, it felt more like a small appetizer plate with noticeable empty space than a proper charcuterie board.
The calamari was also disappointing-slightly rubbery & served with very little sauce.
The only standout dish of the evening was the French onion soup, which was genuinely excellent.
Originally, we had planned on staying for a full dinner, but after the reservation issue & underwhelming appetizers, we decided to continue the evening elsewhere.
Overall, this was a surprisingly mediocre experience. Between the poor handling of reservations, the lack of communication, & the underwhelming food, it simply did not live up to expectations.
As someone with French-Lebanese roots who is very familiar with French cuisine & dining culture, I did not find the experience particularly authentic.
There are far better options in Old Montreal for the same budget & a much better experience. I'd recommend places like Maggie Oakes, Monarque, Jacopo, Buvette Nicole (authentically french), or even The Keg Steakhouse + Bar if you're looking for a more reliable night out.
A birthday dinner should feel special. Unfortunately, this one did not.
5 juin 2026
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Had an absolutely lovely evening at Modavie! My boyfriend & I came here for our 10 year anniversary dinner on Sunday night after having this place recommended a bunch. Safe to say, it exceeded my expectations!
We had a reservation for the upper floor to listen to the live music (which was fantastic) & our server was extremely welcoming, knowledgeable, & kind. The cocktails were amazing, our starter & mains were delicious (if you're getting pasta, add the braised lamb trust me!) & they even brought us out a complimentary dessert to congratulate us on our anniversary.
Would definetly recommend Modavie to anyone looking for fantastic service & food, & a warm, romantic atmosphere! Had an absolutely lovely time (:
Came here to celebrate a birthday & the server brought out a complimentary dessert. We ordered escargot, the prawn linguine, the rack of lamb & the crème brûlée. Would highly recommend eating here. Live jazz was playing as well. Always a great time at Modavie, this is our 4th time dining here
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!
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!
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.
We came here 3 years ago as a local recommended Modavie for their french onion soup that I was so hungry for. It was a great exprience then. We found ourselves back in Montreal & there was no quesion where we wanted to go for our nice meal. Everything was superb! The lamb chops were exceptional!! Service was quick but not rushed. Our server, Patrice, was amazing as well & very well, but not overly attentive. Looking forward to coming back again!
