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Holder

Montreal’s classic French brasserie destination remains the undisputed local authority on perfectly crafted tartare.

Old Montreal
4.6$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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Holder occupies a sprawling industrial space characterized by high ceilings and exposed brickwork that define its bustling atmosphere. The kitchen focuses on refined French brasserie staples with an emphasis on technical precision. Signature preparations include expertly seasoned hand-cut beef tartare served alongside crisp, golden frites. Mussels arrive in generous portions, steamed in aromatic broths that highlight the natural salinity of the shellfish. Diners navigate an expansive menu that balances traditional techniques with contemporary presentations. Large circular booths and polished woodwork foster an environment conducive to focused consumption of classic culinary favorites. This establishment maintains a consistent reputation for delivering robust, flavorful plates that remain grounded in the core principles of European culinary traditions through careful ingredient selection and diligent, systematic kitchen execution.

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Holder provides a consistently welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Montreal, celebrated for its classic French-inspired brasserie cuisine and vibrant energy. Guests frequently praise the high quality of dishes like the duck confit, beef tartare, and French onion soup, noting both the generous portions and the elegant presentation of the meals. The restaurant stands out for its exceptional service, with many diners highlighting the attentive, friendly, and professional staff who contribute to a memorable experience for families, business professionals, and tourists alike. While the dining room can become lively and energetic due to its popularity, most visitors appreciate the sophisticated yet comfortable setting, making it a reliable destination for a high-quality meal.
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Martin
5.0

First visit there & I really enjoy it. Everything was top. Food, service was awesome. Price was good, not too expensive.

Jan 4, 2024
on Google
Beardy
4.0

Très bon mais trop cher pour ce que c'est ! Service super ambiance normal musique un peu forte.

Jan 4, 2024
on Google
François-Xavier
5.0

Went to Holder for New Year's Eve with a group of 10 & Holder's team went above & beyond to make it easy. First the booking process on the phone for a big group was extremely straightforward. We were planned to be 11 but 1 dropped 3 days before & the update to 10 was a breeze. Then comes the dinner. The food was delicious. The special NYE foie gras ravioli was a delight. & the best for last, the service. Laurie went above & beyond to make the experience easy & nice. First we were booked from 20:00 to 22:30, Laurie switched tables around & made sure we could stay as long as we wanted. This allowed us to ring in the new year at Holder. Then came the bill. Laurie split every item per person & even went the extra mile by splitting each bottles of wine with who had some. What service! Thank you so much.

Jan 1, 2024
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Alicja
5.0

Delicious food, plates are small but this is to be expected. Everything I tasted is something I'd recommend: „carpaccio de ayla betray jaune, sauce ran troh" (salmon carpaccio), Huîtres / Fresh oysters, „Ravioli au homard, beurre blanc à l'huile de ruffe" (lobster ravioli), Tartare de saumon au yaourt & caviar de Mujjol..Salmon tartare with yogurt & Mujjol caviar (salmon tartare), & goat cheese. The only thing worth it would probably would have been the goat cheese & salmon tartare.

Jan 1, 2024
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A
5.0

Great atmosphere in a beautiful historic building. Food & service is excellent I've been here multiple times.

Dec 29, 2023
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Jessica
5.0

My husband & I love this place. It's one of our favourite restaurants. The setting is beautiful & perfect for a date night. The service is wonderful & the food is always delicious. They also make the best lychee martinis!

Dec 21, 2023
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Jean
5.0

On y revient toujours ! Toujours une bonne ambiance & délicieux

Dec 19, 2023
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Laura
2.0

We live in the Old Port with my husband & baby, we love trying restaurants around the area & we were always intrigued to try Holder as we walked by. Finally last Sunday we decided to go & we were so disappointed. We ordered the onion soup which was okay eventhough it was watery. We had the mozzarella de bufala starter, the tomatoes were not fresh but the balsamic dressing made it better. For main we had the steak & fries, got two small pieces instead of one piece & the fries were okay, had to try for 15 minutes to get the waiters attention to order ketchup so at the end they were cold. My husband had the braised beef, he ate half of it. Overall, we were very disappointed especially considering the price, the food was bland, the dish we enjoyed the most was the bread & butter.

Dec 18, 2023
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Jan
5.0

Charming French bistro with huge bowls of pasta & lots of glasses. Excellent service.

Dec 18, 2023
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Dave
5.0

One of the best restaurants in Montreal! The fish plate was incredible! The desserts are delicious too 😋. Really good service & a very nice atmosphere.

Dec 17, 2023
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