The Holder brothers welcome you to their beautiful Brasserie Bernard for a pleasant evening or a friendly lunch. This place has become a classic on Bernard Street in the beautiful Outremont district; the neighbourhood’s charm contributes greatly to the charm of the restaurant. Try their fine but unpretentious European cuisine, in a warm, elegant and vibrant atmosphere
Brasserie Bernard is frequently described as a charming, Parisian style bistro in Outremont, offering a warm, attentive service and a lively yet comfortable atmosphere. The menu earns praise for classic French brasserie fare such as moules frites, tartares, duck confit, escargots, fish and chips, and steak frites, with many diners calling the dishes delicious and well prepared and the wine list a notable plus. The terrace and interior are highlighted as beautiful settings, though seating can be tight and the room can be noisy at peak times. Service is repeatedly described as impeccable and friendly, with staff often praised for wine recommendations, while a few visits note slower pacing or uneven attention. Value is mixed: some consider the prices worth it for quality and ambiance, while others feel portions or some dishes do not match the cost. Overall Brasserie Bernard remains a popular go to for a reliable, enjoyable French bistro experience, drawing couples and groups back for a special night or casual dinner alike.
Very good night at brasserie Bernard, food was delicious & the ambience is warm & romantic. Had the amazing escargot gratiné, melt in my mouth. & had the canard, amazing flavour profile with the sweet sauce. Great steak & frites. Server was super nice , offered us complimentary mousseline after order confusion. Highly recommend this one! Felt like i was in Paris again.
Went here with my Girlfriend on Valentines day & I have to say I really enjoyed it. The food was amazing although I would've like to have better options for the starters but everything else was amazing. Service was excellent. Will definitely be back!!!
The French Onion Soup & Italian Beef Tartare were absolutly delicious. I was also really impressed by their wine list so I'll have to be back to try more wine!
Feb 9, 2026
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One of our favorite restaurants. Feels like you're in Paris. Outstanding, friendly service. I had the seared pickerel & my wife the steak-frites, finished with profiteroles. Delicious!
Les moules étaient bonnes mais sans plus, le fish n' ship n'avait aucun sel ni aucune saveur, les prix super élevés ne reflètent pas la nourriture. Seulement la crème brûlée était vraiment bonne. Les frites imbibées d'huile & pas bonnes. C'était cher & pas a la hauteur.
Une expérience unique.
L'accueil, le service, les plats, tous étaient parfaits.
Mention honorable au burger, juste wow.
Un steak smash accompagné de cheddar fondant, onctueux, sublimé d'une sauce secrète juste inoubliable. Je pèse mes mots.
Ce fabuleux burger venait épouser mes papilles avec tendresse, amour & légèreté.
Dès la première bouchée, on sent le savoir-faire & l'expérience des cuisiniers, auxquels j'adresse tout mon respect & ma compassion. Leur travail est réalisé avec une précision presque chirurgicale.
À tester absolument !
The food & atmosphere are great but the stand out factor is the incredible service. Cedric went above & beyond to make sure we had a great time & boy does he know his wine. Will definitely be going back
Disons que ce n'est plus ce que c'était à la BB : le tartare de saumon classique était peu goûteux & les frites étaient tièdes & caoutchouteuses. À leur décharge, ils les ont changé quand on leur a dit. & la serveuse était peut-être nouvelle mais elle manquait clairement d'expérience & ce n'était pas une étudiante. L'endroit est toujours aussi beau par contre & c'est ce qui sauve la situation.
