Holder in Montreal

Everything about this experience was exceptional. From the waitstaff, the wine, the foie gras, lobster ravioli, and hangar steak. And the music!! The music gets a 10/10. We will be back on our next trip to Montréal.

Gets the job done. Great food for the old town. Better value can be found elsewhere, but for the location, definitely good enough. Space is beautiful too.

This was our first time in an upscale French restaurant. Our group had drinks at the bar followed by table service for mussels, oysters, gnocchi and duck confit. Every one of the dishes (including the shoestring fries) were outstanding, and the service was fabulous. A memorable evening!

Great service and food, cool atmosphere

Great space, amazing service. Food was good but nothing out of this world. Duck confit was delicious but heavy and lacking acidity in the salad to balance out.

Absolutely delicious food, beautiful atmosphere, and excellent service. Loved the duck confit.

Half way through the night, after the server took our order and how we want the meat to be cooked, they changed shift and we get another waiter. Once the food came, most of the orders were not made the way we each wanted. It was a mess. To be honest, the food was fair at best. Very disappointing.

Where to start... Everything is too salty and acidic, we pointed this out to the manager and they told us that they were using wine vinegar, the dosage was catastrophic. I ordered a medium rare beef steak, when I received the dish the meat was charred on the outside and raw on the inside. I ate 1 or 2 pieces before telling the waiter that the dish was not cooked correctly so that at the end they brought me another piece of beef cooked the same way. I gave up and didnt finish the dish. Because of this completely raw meat inside I got food poisoning the next day. The service wasnt good either. I spoke in French to the waiter, he answered me in English, I answered him in English, he answered me in French etc etc. I couldnt have a single exchange in the same language with him, I dont know if it was a game for him (even though he and I are French speakers). Honestly, I have never been so disappointed with a restaurant. I tried to find a positive point but there was none.

The meal was excellent, I had the beef tartare and it was exquisite! The service was perfect, our waitress was great, took the time to answer our questions. The place is noisy but that sets the tone for the atmosphere. A next visit is essential

We ordered salmon tata, beef cheek and hanger steak, never expected the salmon tata will be the best dish of the night. The hanger steak tastes great, yet when it arrived its a bit cold, Ive worked in restaurant for 3 years only so might not be expert in steak, but never expected it will be in room temperature. Speaking of the beef cheek, the source is way too salty and strong, we cant even taste the beef cheek with it. The string of green beans is not removed, is it a French cooking tradition?

A very pleasant restaurant with good French cuisine and very friendly service, To do in Montreal!!!

Went at Holder for brunch. The food is good but it was the service that was remarkable! Also, nice location and lovely decor!

Fantastic experience, incredible food and very good service. Very friendly staff, incredible ambience

Had the beef bourgignon and shepherds pie. Both were divine. Waiter also recommended a lovely Bordeaux to pair with our meal. Overall a great place for classic french fare

Friendly waitresses

Love this place! Even though it s busy & loud but feels like it s alive! The food was excellent! Our server was super sweet, & we were lucky enough to get some VIP service ! Highly recommend especially for a group

The veal flank is also a must try!

Nice place for a lunch in Old Montreal

The food is not bad, but very basic I would say. I had the squid starter and duck confit. Unfortunately, I had food indigestion following my dinner... The service was great, the waitresses and waiters are very good and super nice! As for the atmosphere, I found it a little too noisy. It was a bit of a disappointing experience and I regret going there for my birthday a bit, I relied on the reviews and I would say that it doesnt live up to what is touted.

No one greeted us at the door, despite walking by us. Martinis were warm and tasted bad. Appetizers were oily and sloppy. Our server told us we had to order everything at the same time. I m glad we didn t because we left and had dinner elsewhere.

We just had brunch today: delicious food and attentive service.

What an amazing discovery today for lunch. Great food, service and atmosphere!

We had a fabulous time here! Service was great and the food was tasty.

Love this place, classic French bistro style with awesome prices and great quality food. Really enjoyed they had kids dishes for $10 Food

We picked Holder for is location to our hotel, but ended up wanting to go back because it was fantastic. We sat at the bar while waiting for our table and the bar staff were great. The food at dinner was excellent. The bison mozzarella appetizer was great; duck confit, and pepperedelle dinners amazing; and the creme Brule desert was one of the best Ive ever had. The prices were very reasonable as well

Our server Pier-Gabriel was super professional, attentive and attentive. Great evening, it was delicious.

Foie gras and duck are super delicious! ! Chriss service is very good

Nice room, efficient servers - we were a party of 10 - but goodness the food. The flavourful salad was the high point of the meal, but might have served three - is this the Americanization of brasserie servings? The soup was thin, bland and instantly forgettable; the confit de canard looked forlorn and overcooked in a vast forest of arugula, had little flavour and no succulence and the roast potatoes underneath were meagre and hard to locate in all that foliage. A lackluster fruit salad with a tiny dollop of sherbet made dessert hardly worth the effort. Disappointing is the polite term for what Holder gets away with.

What can we say about this legendary restaurant that hasnt already been said about these partners. Can we call ourselves Montrealers if we dont visit this place. Chef, always delicious! Service a1.

A perfect spot for a family dinner. Excellent service. Somehow the vibe is just right: not too formal, not too casual. Classic menu options with a touch of flair.

Service for lunch was slow and ok. Very polite. The hot coco was like 4 sips and cold. The French onion soup was good, and fish and chips were just ok.

Great atmosphere

I recently dined at a fantastic restaurant with a fantastic atmosphere. I was fortunate enough to sit by the window on a rainy day, which created the perfect ambiance theres something so relaxing about watching the rain while enjoying a meal. The food was equally impressive. I started with the French onion soup, which was rich and flavorful, with just the right balance of savory and sweet. For the entrée, I opted for the tartare de saumon, and it did not disappoint fresh, vibrant, and perfectly seasoned. Overall, a delightful experience, and I highly recommend both the soup and the tartare de saumon for anyone visiting.

Very good restaurant, but my bib went a little yoyo: burnt on the outside and still blue on the inside. It looks like she hasnt found her cooking point...

I was slightly disappointing this time, unfortunately. I ve been to Holder at least a couple times in the past (I m not from Mtrl) and enjoyed it, having received very good food and service in the past. Unfortunately, this time they were just a bit off . After being seated, it took quite a long time for a waiter to approach the table, and only after I had to stop one of the staff there milling around to ask (politely) for service. The appetizer was very good, as usual, but the duck confit was plated on top of a mountain of useless greens to conceal the fact that there were no roasted potatoes on the plate, which is part of the dish. The duck confit itself was excellent, luckily. The service remained generally lacklustre and largely disinterested throughout the meal. I finished and left as soon as possible, and went somewhere else for desert and cocktails rather than stay at Holder this time. However, the restaurant space and atmosphere are always enjoyable and lively.

Love it

Great French restaurant with great service and reasonable prices. Everything was prepared well and had good ingredient quality.

I have rarely had such good service in a restaurant!!

Wonderful full-service restaurant on Rue McGill on the edge of Old Montreal. Delicious French-inspired food steak, pasta, seafood, salads. Spacious brasserie style room. Excellent wine and cocktails. Highly recommended.

Our quest for a delightful dining experience during our weekend getaway led us to Holder, and it surpassed all our expectations. With our server Antoine offering impeccable wine and dessert recommendations, and his attentiveness ensuring our glasses were never empty, combined with the stunning bar and exquisite cuisine, we will undoubtedly be recommending this dining experience. We recommend: -Château Garraud 18, Lalande-De-Pomerol. (For a full bodied affordable red wine. Antoine s recommendation) -The Duck Confit -Crème Brûlée -MI-CUIT Au Caramel Salé (A Butterscotch style lava cake with ice cream. This was a unique dish that is hard to compare to anything else I ve had. This was also a Antoine recommendation)

Excellent food and atmosphere

onion soup chicken liver pate lobster ravioli duck confit chocolate cake Cafe latte×2 Juice x2 Tip 15% The total cost was about 18,000 yen. The staff was very kind and the food was delicious. This amount was a lot for two people, so it might be better to have just one appetizer. The chocolate cake is very rich and doesnt have the strong sweetness of other countries, so I think Japanese people like it too. Since each portion is large, I think its best to share.

This was a wonderful place for a nice dinner. Food was excellent, service was on point and I loved the warm, cozy vibes. I would highly recommend!!

This place is a must try! All their cuts were cooked to perfection, the fries seasoned very well and their oysters were fresh as can be. Highly recommend

I really loved the food. It has a great balance for me. I tried the fried calamari, grilled rack of lamb, potato gnocchis, and desserts. They have great options for kids! Kid-friendliness: My daughter really enjoyed the fish and chips.

I had the Seafood Paella.. and I had a stomach ache... the seafood is not fresh. Be careful. The worst thing is that its not the first time Ive been to this restaurant and usually the food is always really good.

Exactly what we would look for having lunch. The waitress was extremely nice with a personal style that I liked. I ordered beef cheek and creme brûlé, both were delicious. Little bit expensive for what it is but in Montreal to find a place with a high French food best value is almost impossible, always expensive

The restaurant was extremely busy and the attentive staff ensured our evening was great.

Nice restaurant Not bad menu The staff is really nice They try to listen

Food was wonderful, service superb, and the decor was nice. However, the volume of everyone speaking was too much. A bit of sound deadening material is needed to have the atmosphere match the rest of the otherwise spectacular experience.

Insane food, absolutely worth it. Eating here is an emotional experience. Super friendly staff too!

This was truly one of the best dining experiences I ve ever had. The food here is beyond delicious, even down to the free bread. We ordered the French onion soup, the grilled hanger steak with shallots and fries, the pappardelle with mushrooms, pine nuts, and pancetta, and a side of sautéed rapini. Everything exceeded our already high expectations. For dessert, we ordered the butterscotch mi-cuit with Maldon salt and butterscotch ice cream- I don t think I ve ever had a better dessert. The wine selection is fantastic and my boyfriend loved the cider on tap! If you find yourself in Montréal, this place is a must!

Interesting wine list, good French bistro type dishes. I really liked the duck confit served with potatoes and aragula salad, however the onion soup was not very well balanced...

Had a great time ! Excellent location and it was really a fun lunch. Service was excellent.

delicious French cuisine with very reasonable price. less than 50$/person for a fine dining like this. Merci.

Great place, would highly recommend going if youre in Montreal. The beef cheek was really good. Good food, busy and a bit crowded but good atmosphere in general. Recommend a reservation. The service was particularly good! We ate there on October 4, and our server Joe was incredible. Never had to wait on anything, quick on new drinks, great recommendations, and just a pleasure to talk with.

Nice waiters awesome food I loved the Shirley temple you should try it out!

Great place, but my five stars is for the SAZAREC. Best Sazarec I ve ever had, and the price was fantastic. Love love love.

I had the foe gras which was ok, they didn t have the beef bourguignon or the duck confit that I actually wanted. It wasn t that busy, the waiters would rather gather and chat among themselves than pay any attention to you.

Food is spectacular, and the price is fair. I ordered the Papardelle with mushrooms and pancetta. It was tremendously good! Service is very efficient too. And the place is beautiful, charming, with a big bar in the background. I recommend this place 100/100! Because Ill be back for sure! Kid-friendliness: They have high chairs and they accommodate you with your kid. Nothing extra.

Express lunch at $32! Honestly not bad for value for money. On the other hand, a small dessert espresso also rounds up to $35 and Ill bring you all my service! Dont be pinched.... You have a beautiful place and a superb team who cooked me the best kidneys I have tasted here in 15 years!

This is an excellent French style Bistro with outstanding food and a pleasant decor. Definitely worth visiting

Very lively atmosphere and good food. If you are a regular, you will notice that the menu selection does not change much. But, if you are a casual goer, the resta is real nice, a landmark in Montreal nightlife.

The duck confit was incredible.

Violently ill after eating mussels. Sick within 30 minutes of eating at this spot. Its too bad. We were visiting from out of town and wanted a simple place to eat before heading home on the train the next day. Ive been sick for the past 24 hours and almost had to book another night in the hotel as I didnt know if I can make it on the train back home. Ruined weekend. Vegetarian options: There are options

Bistro-style French restaurant in the heart of Montreal (McGill Street) Good welcome and quickly placed despite a busy restaurant for a Tuesday evening and without a reservation on our part. We nevertheless advise you to make a reservation. The choice of cocktails is varied with classics and very good house cocktails. We ate a shallot flank steak and a paella, both dishes were excellent: The meat was tender and tasty, the homemade mayo with the matchstick fries was great, we didnt like the fish on the paella which didnt have much taste but the rest of the dish was really good! The atmosphere was warm, the playlist to our liking, the servers were smiling and very pleasant. The desserts in the photos speak for themselves! To try

The service and atmosphere were great! The food was good too, but not very special. However, I still recommend it. It s pretty nice :)

My husband got sick from eating mussels here :/ - servers seemed to serve certain customers over others seemingly along racial lines, it was a frustrating experience and the food could have been better overall. There are gluten free options here including the onion soup but be aware the onion soup is a wine reduction and tastes different than your typical onion soup. Also note the regular menu is not available during brunch service.

Excellent restaurant, top food and service.

Very good food and service. Only downside the meals took a long time to arrive and the dishes were cold in the end

My boyfriend and I love this place! Their service is wonderful and very mindful of their guests despite having such busy nights. Food is always delicious and leaves you feeling satisfied - and the restaurant has a lovely ambiance. The beef cheek is truly chef s kiss.

My favorite dining experience for lunch in Montreal! Everything was superb! Including the service.

Delicious desserts

Only positive is the atmosphere and and staff were friendly enough. Other than that I was so disappointed. Waited forever between courses (easily 30 minutes). Ordered the rack of lamb, it was only 4 chops. A rack of lamb means full rack of lamb like Gibbys. Food was cold, every time waiter came to fill wine glasses he would spill it on the table. Was expecting so much more. Will never return.

Good place, mach potato was over salted for my test, but overall i can recommend this restaurant.

I really wanted to like it as I was looking forward to having French food but please save your money, we had 4 plates + dessert and the only decent one was the lamb. The gazpacho, beef tartare, and steak were missing the seasoning. The dessert was ok but nothing crazy. The service was great and the atmosphere was ok but I wouldn t come back.

Cheap bar masquerading as a high-end French restaurant. Gaudy design, occasional fly, and seating so cramped the table next to me pulled out a chair and touch me. The French Onion soup was severely lacking in depth and flavour. Braised beef cheek à la bourguignonne suffered the same issue, although its texture was fair and tender. And I appreciated the mashed potatoes and green beans underneath. Veal was uncharacteristically tough, overcooked to my specifications. Came with a sour Marsala sauce and fries for some reason? By far the worst dish was the duck confit, probably an hour overcooked, inedible with a desolate and dry interior. Only its skin was flavourful, but it was overall unpleasant, especially combined with the dry potatoes and arugula. For nearly $30-40 a dish, Id expect at least somewhat palatable food?

Great brunch here. Both the avocado toast and the mussels were excellent. Their fries were outstanding.

Wonderful experience! Great service and excellent food. I highly recommend this restaurant. Gregory and Macha were very helpful!

Very correct and unpretentious French cuisine, through a service of the same register, which makes it an ideal address for an impromptu lunch or dinner. Simple and relatively well executed cuisine. Quite a large choice of wines by the glass for Montreal, and rather traditional (thanks for that ). I recommend

Very nice cozy restaurant, nice decor and very good food. Service is abit slow

A very good address to keep carefully in your notebook. Exemplary service, the meal very good and well presented and the dessert original and pleasant.

Very small option for vegetarian. My guess had to order twice the same appetizer to have a decent portion. They were not able to provide any option / accommodation (pasta with tomato sauce..) Told me it is their policy and to write a review if I m not happy so.. here I am..

Amazing steak tartar Good drinks Nice place Food : 5/5

The crepes with berries were delicious, as was the eggs Benedict.

I rarely post Google reviews unless I found someplace to be exceptionally spectacular. I went to Holder on a Sunday night and had one of the best restaurant experiences in Montreal in a long time. For all of summer, Im accustomed to visiting all the top-rated restaurants and terrases in Montreal but always had sub-par service at most places. Was really a spark of joy visiting Holder - the staff is incredible, sooo warm & friendly and theres always someone to take care of you. In terms of service, one of the best restaurants Ive been to in a long time - hands down!!! They have an amazing selection of wines if youre a wine-person and our server let us try a few options before which I thought was very nice. The atmosphere, the staff, the food - all top-notch!!!!!!!

Duck confit was good for the first time though not as crispy as desired. Beef cheek was divine. Definitely some cool stuff on the menu, a shame we didn t have time to try dessert. Fun and attentive service too.

The super pleasant French restaurant in the Old Port. I have been there three times, always satisfied.

We always come here when were in Montreal. Book ahead and always ask for a windows seat. Less traffic that way. Bustling restaurant filled with lots of energy, business folk, people on dates, family, tourists, and locals. Service is always top-notch, friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. Food has always been great, and we always order too much. Our faves are the foil gras, grilled octopus salad, and the boeuf cheek a la borguignon. Portions are just right, for us. Prices have gone up over the last year, but I feel like its gone up everywhere. Photos dont do the food justice. Probably the best mashed potatoes. Veal and steak, cooked to a perfect rare. Well be back again

The food is amazing, the service was outstanding. This is now my favorite restaurant in Montreal. Dominique was our server, she is amazing.

Their ham egg Benedict is the best one I ever had because of their bechamel sauce to die for. I made it try to my bf and he was also sooo impressed. It was out first time going there but not the last! The staff are very nice and attentive and the service is super fast!

Delicious food, great service and friendly staff!

Overrated and overpriced food. The atmosphere is nice, but the place can get very loud when it s busy, and the maître d was snobby and rude. All this makes Holder not worth a second visit.

Delightful setting with just the right balance of sophisticated and casual. The service is impeccable, the staff works together like a well oiled machine. The star of the evening is the food! Its fresh, well prepared, and flavorful. We had the paella, salmon, and lobster ravioli, all of which were cooked just right. Oh, and leave room for dessert. The comfort food of sucre a la creme and the truffles au chocolat Guayaquil were all to die for! Highly recommend. Ask for Pierre Gabriel for impeccable service.

Classy place. Excellent and attentive service

We found this restaurant randomly and went for Brunch. And let me tell you that their French toast is to die for . I really enjoyed every single bite and didn t want to finish it at all. Never ever had this amazing French toast.

Great prix-fixe lunch, good food, good value, nice smart-casual atmosphere.

Excellent bar. Nice selection of martinis. I had hanger steak which was cooked perfectly, but tough. Overall a nice place, staff was great. Just would not order the steak.

Average dining experience, the chicken was dry and the veal was too. The tartare was very good however.

Delicious meal, great service, no issue getting a table for one when they were very busy, beautiful ambiance, looking forward to eating here again next time Im in Montréal. Highly recommend the French onion soup, creme brule..

The restaurant offered good food. Good for a date or even famil gathering. Food was delicious l, but a but pricey. We ord the hanger steak, veal, salad, calamari, and oysters. All were good, veal was very tender.

Marvelous braised beef cheek. I was pleased and enjoyed the balance of flavours as expected of French cuisine. A hearty dish that pleased my palate. Timely service from seating to bill. A great place if you are looking for phenomenal French cuisine for any occasion.

Always great, a staple!

I ordered the potato gnocchi and it was way better than what I expected. The dessert sorbets were also awesome and I really enjoyed the chocolate cake at the end.

Great food and impecable service! I had the gravlax and salmon tartar. Both were beautifully presented and tasted amazing. Our waitress was professional and had a magnetic personality. It was a great experience.

Expensive for no reason

Amazing place to dine in with authentic French dishes and extraordinary service.

Good food at reasonable prices and a friendly bistro atmosphere in the heart of Montreal.

Fine dining in a tourist area. There are a lot of fake high-end restaurants in Old Montreal. We had a superb dinner here. The halibut special was truly special. Good wine selection, attentive but unpretentious service. A pleasurable experience all around.

Sadly duck confit was sold out on the Sunday night we visit food was ok, I think I m paying the atmosphere more than the food I taste. My friend was upset about the foie gras is a mousse, not prepared in whole. Food

My wife had the best mussels & french fries (moules & frites) since Belgium. They were amazing. The duck confit was another amazing dish - and the desert was fantastic. The service was outstanding. We will come back next time when we are in Montreal. Highly recommended.

We took a group of executives to Holder this week and the experience was fantastic. Antoine was attentive, friendly and efficient The food, wine and sangria were delicious! Thank you for a great evening.

Great food, excellent service, and beautiful environment. If you havent visited for a meal, youre missing out. I have traveled back more than once from USA and every time I had to have a meal here.

Excellent service, food, and atmosphere. Really good restaurant.

Beautiful space that is bright and open. Food was good and servers were friendly, however, be sure to check your receipt. My 9 year old son ordered two crepes from the kids menu for him and his 5 year old sister and we were charged for the adult crepes (description on the menu is nearly identical, so when we received the crepes, we thought they were the kids meal). We were also charged $4.50 for Americanos even though we ordered regular coffee ($3) and Americanos weren t even on the menu. When the taxes are nearly 15% on food, these extra charges add up. The server brought the bill and machine at the same time, and though I could have made a stink, it was a birthday brunch and I ended up paying the additional $20. Duck confit was very tasty, though quite oily, the crepes were beautifully presented, but tasted day-old. The mushroom casserole and poached eggs was a good comfort food dish. Kid-friendliness: Kids menu for brunch/lunch

I really like going there. its one of my best restaurants. The food is great, the decoration and location is also great! Worth a visit!

Terrible brunch experience! Endless waiting to be seated while the restaurant is empty - 7 servers and 1 manager. The manager walks past you without even a hello. We could easily guess the poor organization, servers lost with the comings and goings in the kitchen to correct their ordering errors. You command is magic!!! It happens in 2 minutes flat, Im not a pro but a soft egg takes at least 6 minutes so I conclude that we must have inherited an order error which was quietly waiting in the kitchen for the next pigeons because it was impossible to get out the plate as quickly and that everything is cold.photo The salmon much too dirty. Meanwhile, the manager is giving attitude to a single gentleman who has been waiting for 10 minutes to be seated in an empty restaurant, I repeat 7 servers and 1 manager. The couple next to us was furious for the same reason. Its a shame to treat people this way. Our server at the end presented these apologies, he should also be the manager because he was the only one to coach the others and try to fill the gaps of his absent manager The icing on the cake: the manager started refusing access to people at 1 p.m. by simply telling them that the staff were not doing their job properly so they could not provide their service. A joke

We went for a late lunch on a Saturday. I had the Grilled salmon filet (lemon beurre blanc, potato puree), it was delicious, I appreciate that I could choose the level of doneness. The staff was very nice and helpful. Its a beautiful restaurant.

A classic French brasserie that executes perfectly - wonderful food and flawless service.

Its not worth the detour. Paella sauce with uncertain taste, food was of quality, insufficient portion of rice. Salmon tartare meal portion was just ok, served with just one crouton! Green salad, without taste or spices. Courteous but novice service. Clean establishment.

I ordered fried calamari and paella. Its good except that the paella is a little too salty.

Excellent food,excellent service, excellent atmosphere. What more do you need?

A fine spot. The handmade pasta was quite nice, and they make a quality White Russian as far as I m concerned. There was nothing too brilliant here, just competently made cuisine. The price seems a touch high here compared to some other nicer downtown options, but you will definitely leave satisfied.

Great food, great service

One of the best restaurants i ve been to during my trip in montreal. The oysters, foie gras, and the beef tartare was amazing and certainly worth the price. Will definitely come back again!

Great spot. First time there. A friend introduced me to the restaurant. Both had great meals and a lovely Cab Sauv suggested to us by our server.

Steak was rubbery, duck confit was a bit too dry. Their vegetable soup was the only thing that I enjoyed.

To start, the ambiance and look of the restaurant are absolutely outstanding. And the service was fast and the staff were very kind and helpful. An excellent choice if you re looking to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. We opted to share the seafood paella, which was listed as a main, and it exceeded our expectations. The server recommended a spicy twist on the classic beef tartare, which was delightful. However, the highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the chicken paté, which was extraordinary. For our main courses, we enjoyed the hanger steak, braised beef, lobster ravioli, and duck confit. Each dish was exquisite and worth trying, but the lobster ravioli stood out as my personal favorite. Holder is a must-visit in Montreal.

Almost 10 experiences in this restaurant. I have excellent memories of the years 2014-2015. The more the years go by, the more I remain mixed and unsatisfied when leaving this pretty restaurant. Meal for July 7, 2024: ordinary fish n chips, tasteless, bland. The mayonnaise that accompanied the dish formed a crust on the edge of the container. Acceptable fries. Second course: salmon accompanied by a gigantic portion of mashed potatoes. I keep this only memory of my meal: an overdose of sour mash. My neighbor at the table: an excellent pasta dish. Well, finally something good. My neighbor at the table: an acceptable fresh mozzarella salad, disconcertingly simple. And gazpacho? Im mixed. The presentation of the dishes is very ordinary. I expected better. In my last 4 or 5 visits to Holder, I have never left and thought the meal was delicious. Damage. The pluses at Holder; the impeccable service from the young men, the spacious and elegant decor and the wine list.

We had a wonderful experience at Lunch today - The food was delicious and the service was outstanding. We enjoyed the ambience and decor of the restaurant along with the great selection of background music. Each item served was executed with great care and attention to details. Would highly recommend.

A classic in Montreal. A sure value, impeccable service, a great bistro atmosphere... Always a great experience, lunch or dinner.

First meal in Montreal and we loved it. Each dish was a hit with the person that selected it. My son cant stop raving about the Lobster ravioli! My youngest sampled the duck for the first time and fell in love. However, the star of the show was the molten butterscotch cake. We could have easily ate 3 more of them.

Beautiful Parisian brasserie-style restaurant. Its good, fast, super professional and a very affordable express lunch menu.

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Very beautiful setting for a lunch or dinner with friends or colleagues. The service has always been impeccable and the food is super good!

Jai trouvé le repas ordinaire, surtout considérant le prix. Jai commandé longle de b uf aux échalotes confites - malheureusement il manquait de cohésion, de goût. Une petite sauce crème/beurre/jus aurait fait une belle différence. Pour un classique en groupe toutefois cest un endroit qui plaira à plusieurs. Excellent service toutefois!

Delicious French food and excellent service. I enjoyed a duck confit that was incredibly moist and flavorful, with meat that melted in the mouth. The salad dressing, enhanced with white truffle, was outstanding. A slightly chilled white wine complemented the meal perfectly on a summer night. The crème brûlée was not overly sweet, boasting a very smooth and delicate texture. Great meal!

The food at holder is always amazing. We have gone 4 times and never missed a chance, but the last two times were upsetting, we were seated by one waiter she was very friendly took our order then we got switched to another waiter we had only appetizers, an we were talking an waiting....waiting.....then all of a sudden the waiter comes an asks us if we wanted our check we looked at each other an said um we never got our entrée? He looked confused and walked back to the computer. After another 25 minutes, we got our meals. I had ordered a cosmo, and it took him 15 minutes to bring it by that time. I was done eating and didnt want it. We ordered our desserts we waited again now they close at 9 but there was a party of 10 behind us which the waiter was very attentive on...... so we waited. The waiter just dropped the check without ever bringing our dessert or charging us for it, so we paid and left. we were very upset, service at holder should never be like that there standards an reputation are usually very very high . Vegetarian options: Papperdelle with mushrooms

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 .

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 and found a way to see us, and 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 and look forward to going back.

Worst restaurant In Montreal I was sick for two days, their steak tasteless and the duck tasted disgusting, even really not good

A good French brasserie atmosphere and impeccable quality of service. We particularly appreciated the professionalism of the manager officiating that evening as well as his team. We had been reserved a nice table in the dining room but we asked to be near the bar on standing tables as close as possible to the entire brigade of servers. We did well, we were at the heart of a hive of invested and passionate women and men. On the kitchen side, the chef (from Quebec, we were told) assisted by 2 French chefs offers refined cuisine. A few atypical dishes in the middle of a varied menu are offered, including a paella and a couscous that we tried. A dish that the brigade highlighted, a simple dish that it made noble. A great experience and a good evening in this elegant establishment.

Super

Paella was good but salty. Waiter was nice but also spilled water in our food while refilling our glass and didnt notice.

Super restaurant impeccable services large choice of wine suitable for starters and main courses and also wines for desserts very good cuisine and super presentation the photos published are realistic very good value for money also I recommend this address

Very good place I recommend it.

We were a large group on Formula 1 Saturday. Courteous, fast service and excellent food! The salmon tartare and hot goat cheese as starters were excellent! And for the main course we tried the milk-fed veal with marsala sauce, which was cooked perfectly, and the pasta with mushrooms and pancetta. I highly recommend! We will come back!

The food isnt bad but also isnt phenomenal either. I would give it 3.5 stars if I could. The atmosphere is a bit dated and bland.

Quality price hit the spot, great service, cant argue for more. All desserts are amazing, save some space Food

I had one of the best meals of my life tonight. The atmosphere was perfect. The wine suggestion given by Fred along with the food was 5 stars all around. I am beyond satisfied. The food was fresh and the service was perfect. I hope to go back again soon!

A Montreal classic! I also chose two very classic starters: fish soup with rouille and frisee salad with bacon, and my husband had the endive salad with tartare. Everything was impeccable!

Can be a bit loud, overall would recommend for brunch and lunch but dinner can be hit or miss. Their beef isnt great, on the tougher side. Lobster ravioli is excellent.

Great place if you re looking for good French food.

Dietary restrictions: Celiac friendly Food

Wonderful service. The Waitress was very friendly and helpful with choosing the right Main course. They went over and above to make sure we had a delightful experience. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Excellent restaurant for both business lunches and dinners with colleagues!

Excellent food!

Awesome food, excellent service ! A bit noisy the wine effect I guess?

The best salmon tartar ever! Everything was

Excellent. Came here for lunch VERY GOOD!

Went on a solo date there and it was so wonderful. The food, the drinks, the service the vibes. Loved it.

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.