Dans le coeur du Vieux-Montréal, le restaurant Modavie vous propose de la cuisine méditerranéene et son live jazz légendaire 7 soirs sur 7. Nous sommes situés sur St-Paul coin St-Laurent dans un édifice datant du 19e siècle ayant préservé tout son charme avec ses murs de briques et fenêtres amples. Venez nous découvrir!
In the heart of Old Montreal, where Saint-Paul Street and Saint-Laurent Boulevard meet, in a building that has preserved the charm of the old city with its exposed brick and stone walls, Modavie Restaurant features the flavours and colours of Mediterranean cuisine. Lovers of good wine, great food and good times regularly gather at Modavie's. The atmosphere is casual and friendly, and live jazz is on the bill seven nights a week. Come and experience the vibe!
"Food was fantastic and service was great. Disappointed that when I made the reservation there was no indication that there were 2 separate areas to the restaurant and that reservations must be specified to see the band upstairs. I wanted to hear the band (Jazz Music), which was the reason for the reservation at this location."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: romantic, late-night find, special occasion
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"We went to Modavie for a birthday party. Our table was on the second floor where the live band is. The music was good and entertaining. The service was great. Our waitress was there whenever we needed anything. The food however was good... not more. It wasn't bad but it wasn't anything special. The meat of the steak frites platter was a minute-steak not a rib steak or filet mignon... and the goat cheese filo was lacking a bit more cheesy taste."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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"The live entertainment upstairs was very enjoyable. Nice lighting and atmosphere. Server was pleasant, however service was very slow. We waited half an hour at our table for a glass of wine to be served. If it wasn't for the trio performing, I would have left. Our meal was satisfactory - lamb chops were VERY overcooked, and vegetables were uninspiring. Had to wait a long time for the bill to be delivered. Very surprised since the restaurant was only at 3/4 capacity."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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"I live in New York and have eaten in some of the finest restaurants . . . Modavie was a neighborhood gem. The find jazz music and excellent food set the stage for a wonderful dining experience. I would recommend you try it the next time you are in Montreal."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"read a lot of great reviews so it sounded like a good idea very difficult to park - we were 4 people so the men drove around the 20 minutes looking for parking that should have been a sign!!! the atmosphere was quite nice all the reviews talked about the AMAZING lamb.....well, it was far from amazing two of us had onion soup - just okay - nothing special one had a steak & he really liked it another one had a different kind of steak which the waitress recommended.....she found it chewy would not recommend it to anyone nor return there!!! quite disappointing"
Dined on 4/27/2013
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"This was the perfect place for our get together. The food and atmosphere were magical. A few of us are musicians so the Jazz entertainment was greatly appreciated.
We tried a number of dishes with the lamb being the most popular and the most envied. As for desserts, taramisu was by far the most enjoyed. Wine list was extensive. Only shortcoming was the lack of fun drinks such as Pina Colodas, Slushes and Marguaritas.
Staff were attentive and service excellent."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"We loved the intimate relaxed rustic urban feel to it. Not too dark, just right for the eyes, so you are still able to enjoy the movement that goes on around you. Huge wine selection you can view from the wine cellar, great jazz was not loud so you could still talk.
Excellent food - The Lamb Cavatelli, tomatoes, fennel, parmesan was very flavourful and not heavy. The Filet Mignon was cooked to perfection and sliced like butter. Prices were reasonable.
The staff were friendly, helpful and have a great sense of humour. We celebrated our upcoming elopement and Lorenzo, the manager helped us enjoy every minute. Definitely recommend to anyone and will go back there again."
Dined on 15/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"Very disappointed with the service. We have been going to this restaurant for over four years, service was terrible. We noted other guests with arms folded and frustrated with their service as well. It seems the servers didn't want to be bothered with the guests. Our server spent most of her time visiting with a friend that was at the restaurant or chatting with the other servers. Doubt if we will be back"
Dined on 13/04/2013
2012
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"We arrived later than usual but were able to find this restaurant with ease. We were greeted and seated on our way to a wonderful dining experience. The service was very good with attention to detail. The food was delicious and served in a timely manner. Lovely experience"
Dined on 13/04/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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"The food was good but our service wasn't great. Our waitress was useless. Shame really as the jazz was great and the scene in there was great, I love the decor, but sorry to say I wouldn't go back and I wouldn't recommend this to a friend"
Dined on 07/04/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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"We enjoyed the restaurant tremedously, the food was great, I had the Mussels and my wife had the Lamb which was cooked perfect, very tender and was delicious, and our two guests enjoyed their meal as well, they were from New York and they also enjoyed the ambiance. Lorenzo was great as well, funny and witty. Definitely would recommend and come back as well. Thank you again."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"Food was not as great as expected !! Despite repeated reminders no cake was served on the special occasion !! Table was alloted all the way to the end !! Who would recommend the restaurant again ?? Atleast not me !!"
Dined on 30/03/2013
2013
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"We were very pleased with both the service and attention to detail that we got at the Modavie. We found it to be a gem of a place, and the manager and staff, ready to take care of you in every way. The music was just the right mix, and our seating excellent. We will always come back here."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"The ability to reserve a table on-line, was a big plus. It's location in Vieux Montreal added to the experience. The Brie Puff Pastry appetiser was very good. The Merlot house wine was average. All in all we enjoyed the dinner and had a good time."
Dined on 12/03/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Loved this place - a bit pricey but they had Blues and it was great Blues as a compliment to their Jazz itinerary is nice The service - she was cute too - is she single? ;-) / was impeccable The food was delicious and the ambiance was greatLorenzo came by and talked to us too, love that guyI'll be back !"
Dined on 08/03/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"This was an absoluting amazing restaurant on all fronts!! food was beutifully presented, unique and flavorful. A must if you are visiting Montreal. The staff including the manager Lorenzo were delightful and very attentive. The soft Jazz was a bonus!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"The food was lacklustre, when looking at the wine menu, deciding what to have the waitress just stood at our table and waited. I had to ask her to leave, and come back in 5 mins. Ordered fish with lemon and herb salsa, got a fish with a large dollop of orange marmalade. I could not eat it . All around for the amount of money spent , it was a terrible meal."
Dined on 01/03/2013
2012
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"Overall, ambiance très sympa pour être entre amis ou en amoureux, le service était irréprochable et la visite du gérant à chaque table avec une belle petite surprise, très bien géré! Tous (6) ont apprécié leur plan pour sa fraîcheur, mix de saveur parfaite, belle présentation et un prix très abordable! À refaire ;-)"
Dined on 24/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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"I kept going back and forth on whether or not to keep my reservations at Modavie. It was rated as one of the top restaurants in Montreal so I decided to go with it and I am so glad I did! It is a quiet, romantic restaurant (but can be kid friendly if they're well behaved - the tables are close together so there isn't room for a lot of movement). Our waiter was great! He made great recommendations which led to the best steak I have had in a long time! And their risotto is just out of this world. If I could make any recommendation it would be to eat lightly and get the Creme Brulee!"
Dined on 15/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"Our experience was ok. There was a jazz band upstairs and we couldn't get a spot, although I had requested in advance, when I reserved, plus the restaurant wasn't full. The food was quite greasy and below expectations. Decent place, just a little overpriced for what is served."
Dined on 08/02/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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"Great experience. Waitress was very attentive. Ambiance is warm yet energized. Great little band played blues through dinner. We had a wonderful evening."
Dined on 09/02/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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"We went to Modavie to celebrate my daughter's birthday and we were very happy we did. We enjoyed the the lamb dishes, good service and the jazz trio made it very special!"
Dined on 08/02/2013
2008
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"The setting was lovely, but the food was bland. My friend couldn't find the brie in her brie puff, couldn't finish her medium-well done steak for all the oozing red flesh, the ratatouille was strange and my pasta had less flavour than one i would make at home for 1/10 of the cost. Nice place to have a glass of good wine and people watch, but I would eat elsewhere."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view
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"On a trip to Montreal from Ottawa we decided to take advantage of the Happening Gourmand event and made an early reservation for Modavie (6:30). Upon arrival, and without a “hello” or any greeting at all, without looking up the hostess said, “you know you have to be out by 8:15, right?” and showed us to our table. Now, I have worked as a waitress for many years and not once have I ever worked in an establishment that encouraged a hostess to give this kind of warning. It is not the first time I have been on the receiving end and every time it starts the meal with a bad taste in my mouth. It is up to the establishment to get you in and out in the timeframe they have allotted for your reservation. Quick efficient service is the way around this"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
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"Food taste nothing! It's expensive for something I can do better at home. Service was pretty slow too. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant at all and I won't go back again, ever!"
Dined on 01/02/2013
2013
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"Went for Happening Gourmand event. Had calamaris which were cooked to perfection and the carpaccio - unfortunately gone under too much truffle oil. For the main course, we picked the lamb and the "bavette". Both plates were flavourful and well executed but nothing mind-blowing. For desert, a tiramisu which happened to be a little boring and a delicious pannacota.
Modavie offered us decent food which was great for the price (23$ for the table d'hôte) but would have been disappointing if at regular price. Wine recommandation was fantastic and so was the service. A good, comfortable choice for more conservative foodies."
Dined on 25/01/2013
2011
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