Holder occupe un vaste espace industriel caractérisé par de hauts plafonds et des briques apparentes qui définissent son atmosphère animée. La cuisine se concentre sur les classiques de la brasserie française avec une emphase particulière sur la précision technique. Les préparations signatures incluent un tartare de bœuf coupé à la main et assaisonné avec expertise, accompagné de frites dorées et croustillantes. Les moules sont servies en portions généreuses, cuites à la vapeur dans des bouillons aromatiques qui soulignent la salinité naturelle des mollusques. Les convives explorent un menu varié qui équilibre les techniques traditionnelles avec des présentations contemporaines. Les grandes banquettes circulaires et les boiseries polies favorisent un environnement propice à la dégustation de favoris culinaires classiques. Cet établissement maintient une réputation constante pour offrir des plats robustes et savoureux ancrés dans les principes fondamentaux des traditions européennes.
Holder offre une atmosphère chaleureuse au cœur de Montréal, reconnue pour sa cuisine de brasserie française classique et son énergie vibrante. Les clients louent fréquemment la grande qualité des plats tels que le canard confit, le tartare de bœuf et la soupe à l'oignon, soulignant à la fois la générosité des portions et l'élégance de la présentation. L'établissement se distingue par un service exceptionnel, de nombreux convives soulignant l'attention, la gentillesse et le professionnalisme du personnel qui contribuent à une expérience mémorable pour les familles, les professionnels et les touristes. Bien que la salle à manger puisse devenir animée en raison de sa popularité, la plupart des visiteurs apprécient ce cadre à la fois sophistiqué et confortable, faisant de cette adresse une destination fiable pour un repas de grande qualité.
We had a wonderful dinner at Holder in Old Montréal. The atmosphere was lively & welcoming, & every dish was beautifully presented. The duck confit was crispy & tender, the beef was rich & flavorful, & the salmon tartare was fresh & well balanced. We also really enjoyed the house fries & sautéed mushrooms. Generous portions, attentive service, & a great overall dining experience.
Their beef tartare is an absolute must-try! It's the standard by which I compare all other beef tartares. I'm sure the other dishes are great, but I can't get myself to try anything else!
If I could give this restaurant more than five stars, I would. Our waiter was very informative about the gluten-free options & made sure that the appetizers that my non-celiac boyfriend ordered were gluten free so that I could try them! Never thought I'd try beef tartare in my life, but when the dish came out with [very tasty] gluten-free crackers I simply had to - it was delicious. My shrimp entrée was amazing. Because there was a dedicated gluten-free fryer, I had to try the French fries too… they were perfectly crispy. Stellar service & good overall. Holder is a must-go for celiacs in Montreal!
First experience at any sort of Bistro. Went here because the prices seemed fair & had a couple bucket-list food items of mine.
Everything exceeded expectations. The beef tartare & duck confit were better than I could ever had imagined. & the greens/potatoes alongside the duck? Insane. One of the best meals ever.
Wait staff was super polite despite me being a 1 person reservation at 9:30. I'm an American but they made me feel at home & were extremely kind.
I will always be back to visit whenever I find myself in Montreal.
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.
Très belle première expérience au Holder. Très bon service & plats délicieux & goûteux. À notre table, nous avions pris la joue braisée, les raviolis au homard, le ta tartare de boeuf & le canard confit & l'ensemble des plats étaient délicieux. J'ai trouvé l'agencement des saveurs très bon! Le service était très bon également. Je recommande & je reviendrais.
Decided to lunch here after reading the reviews.
Staff were both friendly, pleasant & helpful. Great ambience & well appointed.
My wife ordered the French onion soup & the beef tatare (her favourite) for the entrée. I had the warm goat cheese & beef cheek for the entrée.
My order was fabulous. Loved it. My wife was a wee bit disappointed with hers. The soup was below average & her beef tartare was average fare.
We'll try Vallier tomorrow as we're here for a few days.
We had a nice dinner at Holder in Old Montreal. The ambiance was lively & stylish, & the service was friendly & attentive.
Here's what we ordered:
🥩 Beef Tartare: Flavorful & well-prepared, though a touch too salty for my taste. Still enjoyable overall.
🥗 Mixed Vegetable Salad: Light, fresh, & a great starter - nicely balanced & refreshing.
🐮 Braised Beef Cheeks: Tender & deeply flavored, one of the best dishes of the night.
🦆 Duck Confit: The skin was crisp, but the meat was a bit dry. Could use a bit more juiciness.
🦞 Lobster Ravioli: Rich & creamy, with a generous amount of lobster. A standout dish!
Overall, a solid dining experience with a few minor flaws. Still a great spot to check out if you're in Old Montreal!
