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...
Overall, reviews describe Holder as a lively, classic French brasserie in Old Montreal with a warm, versatile atmosphere and a strong wine list. Service is repeatedly praised for attentiveness and friendliness, though a few visits note slower pacing or inconsistent attention during peak hours. The space is stylish and bustling, which can translate to a noisy environment and limited privacy, making it less ideal for quiet business meals or intimate dinners. The food earns high marks for standout dishes such as braised beef cheeks, duck confit, lobster ravioli, mussels, oysters, and French onion soup, with many diners calling the meals superb and well presented. Yet other orders have fallen flat, including greasy or under seasoned items, dry meats, or dishes that felt overpriced for the portion or quality. The menu's breadth is a strength, offering classic French bistro staples and brasserie favorites that suit groups, celebrations, or casual yet substantial lunches, with brunch and lunch service generally reliable. In sum, Holder emerges as a dependable, high energy spot with many standout plates and gracious service, but experiences can vary by dish and by the tempo of the room.
Super restaurant services impeccable grand choix de vin adapté pour les entrée les plats & aussi des vins pour les desserts cuisines très bonne & super présentation les photos publiées sont réaliste un très bon rapport qualité prix aussi je recommande cette adresse
Jun 7, 2024
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Une bonne ambiance brasserie à la Française & une qualité de service irréprochable. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié le professionnalisme du manager officiant ce soir là ainsi que son équipe. Il nous avait été réservé une belle table en salle mais nous avons demandé d'être près du bar sur des mange-debouts au plus près de toute la brigade de serveurs. Nous avons bien fait, nous étions au coeur d'une fourmilière de femmes & d'hommes investis & passionnés. Côté cuisine, le chef (québécois nous a-t-on dit) secondé par 2 chefs Français offre une cuisine raffinée. Quelques plats atypiques au milieu d'une carte variée sont proposés dont une paella & un couscous que nous avons essayé. Un plat que la brigade a mis en valeur, un plat simple qu'elle a rendu noble. Une belle expérience donc & une bonne soirée dans cet élégant établissement.
I had the hanger steak, wife had the paella. Paella was decent. But my steak was awful. I ordered medium rare & it came out blue. The center was completely raw & sinewy. But with this kind of place, you pay for what you get. It's cheap, i just got in to the city, wasnt about to make a scene sending food back. Nothing worth noting to be honest at this restaurant. Atmosphere was probably the best part. Food was the worst part. Service was fine, but the waiter somehow managed to spill water on the table? Waiter also didnt ask if i wanted a drink So i just didnt order a drink lol i didnt say anything & tipped normally but it's just unusal. I just wasnt impressed at all, & no real reason to be back. Cant recommend.
The food was good, as one can see from lots of photos. But, frankly, the service was absolutely amazing. Everybody, from the manager who greeted us at the door & found a way to see us, & all of the weight staff who tended to us, but especially our waiter, Joe, who was one of the best waiters we have ever experienced. Perfect service. I happily left a 30% tip & look forward to going back.
May 26, 2024
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Fabulous dining - superb quality food in a lovely busy setting with very attentive friendly staff . Our only disappointment was we felt rushed through our 3 courses - rather than just taking our time to enjoy the top quality food .
It is a decent French restaurant. A bit expensive (reasonable for being a French restaurant). The steak is not the best. The salad quite salty. The duck confit is okay. Not my personal favorite. Took almost 30 min to wait for the dishes. No waitress refilled our water.
Wonderful service. The Waitress was very friendly & helpful with choosing the right Main course. They went over & above to make sure we had a delightful experience. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
Holder is a charming Parisian bistro offering an elevated yet approachable taste of authentic French fare. The cozy, intimate ambiance with vintage details transports diners to a quaint cafe. The menu features rustic classics like French onion soup & boeuf bourguignon made with premium ingredients & bold flavors. Standouts include the chicken liver mousse & airy gougères. But it's the warm, impeccable service that shines, with attentive servers catering to every need. Whether for a casual night or special occasion, Holder delivers home-style bistro cooking & 5-star service in an inviting neighborhood gem.
