Located in a beautiful turn of the century building in Old Montreal, Brasserie Holder's design makes good use of its high ceilings and wide open space creating a sense of European charm that is hard to find anywhere else in town. Specializing in Old World European cuisine, Restaurant Holder is famous for its vast selection of brasserie-style seafood, pasta and meat dishes. Sample Menu items at Holder include: grilled beefsteak, steamed clams, salads, tartares, etc...
Holder offers classic French brasserie fare with generous portions and a lively, welcoming atmosphere, where attentive service and a solid wine list elevate many meals; across visits the beef cheeks, duck confit, mussels, oysters, calamari, lobster ravioli, and French onion soup are frequently praised, while some guests note a noisy room, crowded tables, and occasional inconsistencies in a few dishes, yet the overall impression is of reliable quality, good value for the area, and a strong desire to return.
Très bon service, rapport qualité prix vraiment au top ! Laissez liste des vins au verre est riche & de qualité. Attention de l'équipe pour un anniversaire, sans avoir rien demandé, vraiment très apprécié. Expérience réussie
We had a great experience at Holder. It was very busy when we went & a bit loud but we could still have an easy conversation at our table of two.
The gazpacho was very good while the calamari was not our favorite. It was a bit rubbery. For entrees we had the beef cheek & the mussels. Both were very good, although some of the mussels were a bit gritty. I preferred the beef cheek.
For dessert we had the chocolat crémeux & the sorbet trio. The chocolate was one of the best desserts I've ever had. The sorbet was extremely tart.
The service was excellent & very professional. Overall, we had a great time & enjoyed our food.
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A Montréal staple. Excellent quality to price, service is top & always an evolving wine list. When you're not sure where to go, what to eat, there's no question .. it should be Holder.
We arrived about 30 minutes before our reservation time, but we were seated right away, which was a great start to the evening.
Our server, Philippe, was incredibly kind & welcoming throughout the entire experience. He took the time to explain the daily specials & made us feel genuinely cared for.
The food was absolutely delicious, & the atmosphere was warm & inviting.
To be honest, we had a very disappointing experience at another restaurant the day before, & it almost left a negative impression on our trip to Montreal. Thankfully, this restaurant completely turned things around. Thanks to Philippe & the wonderful team, we were able to enjoy a truly memorable evening & leave Montreal with great memories.
Please pass along our sincere thanks to Philippe. His professionalism, kindness, & hospitality made a real difference in our experience.
Great food can be found in many places, but restaurants that leave a lasting memory because of the people who work there are rare. Philippe made this one of those places.
We would gladly return the next time we visit Montreal.
Les meilleures moules marinières en ville & un service hors paire. Service sommelier & un service discret, précis, dans une ambiance bistro.
Je recommande vivement
Since moving to Quebec I have enjoyed many meals in Montreal & tonight I enjoyed the best dish yet! Chef elevated shepherd's pie into a gastronomical masterpiece.
Had dinner with friends here. Ordered several cocktails & they were great! Had the beef cheeks with mash potatoes, very tender & flavourful. Mussels & fries were decent. French onion soup is a must have along with the calamari! Friendly service & ambience!
May 3, 2026
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What an absolute gem of a spot. The service was impeccable, the food was very delicious, & the price I found reasonable. I will definitely be returning to this place on future trips to Montreal.
Service was spectacular, even with two different servers they were both friendly & accommodating.
I ordered the fish & chips, & they were solid. Had the'Kermit' drink & it was delicious!
Shared a table with several coworkers & my wife, & we could all hear each other without having to shout. Overall the atmosphere was warm & didn't feel crowded even with the place being packed.
The French onion soup was delicious. For the appetizer, we had the salmon tartare-it was very fresh & refreshing.
For my main, I ordered a steak medium rare, but it came a bit too rare. That said, the steak itself was flavorful, with a nicely seared, crispy exterior. The cut was thick, & paired with the salad, the portion was just right for me. My partner ordered the duck confit-it was tender, flavorful, & not gamey at all, making it very easy to enjoy.
We were too full to try dessert. The staff were friendly & the service was great.
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Ce restaurant est juste parfait Ambiance, decor, service parfait, cuisine excellente, selection de vin & cocktail vaste & prix abordable. Felicitation a Michel le chef & toute lequipe pour ce petit bijou, cest un must go pour tout amateur de cuisine.
