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Modavie, Montréal, QC

Modavie

4.7 (7431)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
French
1 rue St. Paul O., Montréal, QC H2Y1Y6

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 120 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for live music
  • Lively
  • Charming
Since 1997, Modavie Bistro invites you to taste a varied menu inspired by French classics. Spawning two floors with vintage ambiance in the heart of Old Montreal, you can hear live bands play every night as well as during weekend brunch.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French, French / Canadian, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Modavie is the perfect place for any event: with several private or semi-private sections, the restaurant has a total of 240 seating places. Ideal for: Birthday, wedding, and corporate events (team building, team meals, etc.)Contact us for details at info@modavie.com
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Old Montreal
  • Cross street
    St. Laurent
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available in limited quantities. Please be wary of all parking limitations indicated. Street parking costs $3 per hour between the hours of 9am to 9pm Monday through Friday. On Saturdays, street parking must be paid from 9am until 6pm, and on Sundays from 1pm until 6pm. Outside of these times, permitted street parking is free.
  • Public transit
    The Bistro Modavie is located an 8-minute walk from the Place d'Armes metro station. Modavie will be at the corner of Saint-Laurent and Saint-Paul Ouest. The entrance is on Saint-Paul Ouest at the first address.
  • Entertainment
    Live music every evening starting from 7pm!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 7,431 people are saying

Modavie reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Montreal / Quebec

    Hot spot

  • Montreal / Quebec

    Great for live music

  • Montreal / Quebec

    Most Booked

  • Montreal

    Hot spot

  • Montreal

    Great for live music

  • Montreal

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Modavie offers a "wonderful ambiance" with live jazz music that perfectly complements the dining experience. Patrons rave about the "delicious food" and "exceptional service." The restaurant is noted for its "great vibe," making it ideal for dates or gatherings. Despite some noise concerns, it's a "highly recommended" spot for "excellent French cuisine."

7,431 Reviews
  1. Vipan C . VIP

    Chicago44 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The location and service great. Loud but that’s understandable. Food, however, was just ok. The poutine was barely warm. Grilled lamb chops way overdone. Fish a little dry. I may have to expected a lot but at $60+ per person (with only 2 drinks), I expect more.

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  2. David

    Tulsa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience- the food, wine and especially the wait staff were all outstanding.

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  3. Katell

    Montreal1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service impeccable, plats délicieux, ambiance très agréable Merci beaucoup pour cette soirée ☺️

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  4. Michael

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, exceptional service, and great live music. I even requested on my reservation that I would like to sit near the music, and they had it ready for us.

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  5. Richard

    Montreal1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time. Excellent service Food quality was perfect Friendly professional staff Band was playing , with resonable volume, Nice Jazz, blues , and classics
    ModavieResponded today
    We're so glad you chose us for your first visit Richard! It's wonderful to hear you had such a great experience with our service, food, and staff. We’re also happy the live band hit the right note with jazz, blues, and classics for you.

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  6. Tiffany

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the experience of jazz music, the ambiance and the food was delicious
    ModavieResponded today
    Thank you for your lovely review Tiffany! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the jazz music, ambiance, and delicious food.

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  7. Keila VIP

    Las Vegas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant! The food and service was excellent.
    ModavieResponded today
    Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed both the food and the service. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  8. Brad

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch service from Tyler. Good wine recommendation, great food and jazz in the background.
    ModavieResponded today
    Thank you for your kind words Brad! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, wine, and jazz — and especially that Tyler made your experience memorable. We hope to see you again soon at Modavie!

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  9. Anne

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had dinner at Modavie tonight in Old Montreal, and overall, it was a lovely experience. The vibe was cozy and charming, made even better with live band music playing throughout the evening—definitely a great spot for a date night or relaxed gathering. Here’s what we ordered: •Seafood Linguine: Light and refreshing sauce, though the portion of seafood was a bit modest. Tasty, but not mind-blowing. •Beef and Chips: The steak was cooked nicely, but the fries were quite average •Foie Gras: Nicely seared. One of the more impressive dishes of the night. •Crème Brûlée: Smooth texture with a thin caramelized top. It’s tasty! •Apple Pie with Ice Cream: Surprisingly good! The crust was crisp, the apple filling wasn’t overly sweet, and the ice cream made it a perfect combo. •House Bread: Shockingly delicious! Warm, crusty on the outside, and fluffy inside—great start to the meal. Overall: The food was solid, not outstanding—but that apple pie and the house bread really stood out. Plus, the live band gave the whole evening a really nice touch.
    ModavieResponded today
    Thank you for your thoughtful review Anne! We’re so glad you enjoyed the ambiance, live music, and highlights like the foie gras, apple pie, and our house bread. Your feedback on the dishes is much appreciated and will be shared with our team. We hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Old Montreal!

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  10. Lori VIP

    San Francisco14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great ambiance, service and music when you first walk in. Our server was attentive and had a great sense of humor. The onion soup was the best we’ve had. For our entrees we selected was the lamb chops and the steak Fritos, grilled to perfection.
    ModavieResponded 5 days ago
    We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and music, Lori! It's wonderful to know that the onion soup, lamb chops, and steak frites were to your liking. We look forward to hosting you again soon for another amazing dining experience!

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FAQs

Modavie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (514) 287-9582.

Modavie is rated 4.7 stars by 7431 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. Canada
  3. Montreal / Quebec
  4. Montreal
  5. Old Montreal

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 120 times today
Google Map for Modavie

1 rue St. Paul O., Montréal, QC H2Y1Y6

Additional information

  • Cross street
    St. Laurent
  • Neighborhood
    Old Montreal
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French, French / Canadian, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available in limited quantities. Please be wary of all parking limitations indicated. Street parking costs $3 per hour between the hours of 9am to 9pm Monday through Friday. On Saturdays, street parking must be paid from 9am until 6pm, and on Sundays from 1pm until 6pm. Outside of these times, permitted street parking is free.
  • Public transit
    The Bistro Modavie is located an 8-minute walk from the Place d'Armes metro station. Modavie will be at the corner of Saint-Laurent and Saint-Paul Ouest. The entrance is on Saint-Paul Ouest at the first address.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live music every evening starting from 7pm!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Modavie is the perfect place for any event: with several private or semi-private sections, the restaurant has a total of 240 seating places. Ideal for: Birthday, wedding, and corporate events (team building, team meals, etc.)Contact us for details at info@modavie.com
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