My husband and I wanted to give a special thank you to Mike and Shannon for making our wedding dinner event such a success! We are new in town but their reputation made Holla restaurant the clear choice so we were thrilled when the date was open to us! Their relaxed nature and professionalism were much appreciated throughout the entire process. Our 6-day wedding event gave me little energy to worry about anything other than our 40 guests who came from all over the country and overseas. The food quality, preparation, weight staff, and attention to our guests were top-notch! Also, the restaurant with open facing bar and large patio makes for a beautiful event space for any season. This is an epic memory for my husband, friends, and me to cherish for the rest of our lives! They love doing special events but a little birdie told me they are opening up for regular dining again at the end of October TBA - see you there! read more

I had eaten in their physical restaurant in the past and loved their calzones. Eating at their food truck I was completely dissatisfied. The food was tasteless, the wait was very long and the food was overpriced for what was offered. Chicken and Burgers were flavorless and boring for what I paid and expected. Surprisingly the Diet Coke in a can I received was also flat. I really wanted to like them, but unfortunately I would not recommend their food. read more

2021 update: Holla is outstanding! Easiest star upgrade I've ever made. The food is prepared to perfection and nicely plated. Strongly recommend. 2019: Based on the excellent quality and taste of their food, Holla has quickly become one of the top three restaurants in Manitowoc, and one of the few I would recommend to out of town visitors. The seasoning on the chopped steak was impeccable. The wood fired pizza rivaled that of Il Ritrovo. Nice, though limited, selection of tap beers. The jury is still out on the wine selection. Highly recommend. read more

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Have visited for Thursday night wood fired pizza and drinks. Absolutely LOVE their pizza options! We look forward to future eats! Staff are attentive and friendly and Mike & Shannon rock! They KNOW what to make, how to cook and we have been seeking THEIR ways of healthier and tastier eats! read more

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Atmosphere: Great location in regards to being close to the waterfront. They have quite a large outdoor seating area. The bathrooms were clean and the inside seating area felt light and airy, nice bar area too. It has a shared parking lot with the LTC building so good luck getting parking. Service: They were definitely understaffed in the kitchen and servers. We watched other tables around us and it took a long time to get food (including ours). The server we had was really nice and personable and you could tell she really cared about her job and the restaurant. Food: This is where it went wrong. I live in a bigger city than Manitowoc, and the food here honestly tasted like something an aunt would cook at a family reunion just to have something on the table. I know for Manitowoc to have a restaurant that serves "fresh" food is a big deal (a lot of fast food here) so I think they should make it based on lack of local restaurants. However, if you are from a bigger city, I would not make this a place to stop. Everything was under seasoned and basic and just not memorable. I know for a fact I could have made a better meal for myself at home and my work colleague agreed. For the "quality" of ingredients to price comparison in my opinion, not worth it. Maybe I just came at the wrong time since they apparently switch their menu a lot? We tasted 2 entrees, 2 sides and a dessert so that is what this review is based off of. Really bummed out because most of the other reviews on here were raving how good it was. read more

Holla - "Chicken Salad sandwich" and side option of pasta - New American Near Me - Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Excellent food, great service and a healthy pour of wine! Loved that all the food is locally sourced and prepared fresh upon order. We enjoyed the Short Ribs and Scottish Salmon = DELICIOUS and wished we had room for dessert....Highly recommend if you are in the area. read more

Holla - New American Near Me - Manitowoc, Wisconsin

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For someone who is influenced by everyone else's food selection, I totally appreciate the limited menu. The poached cod and black rice satisfied my hunger without that "I'm stuffed" feeling. Also with the ever changing menu it makes you want to come back and try something else. Manitowoc deserves this! read more

Holla - Local suppliers - New American Near Me - Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Stopped in over the weekend while visiting my friend. The place is small and quaint, but has a clean atmosphere. We opted to sit outside on the patio since it was a nice night. We split the beet bruschetta and the special of the day, which was a pork belly pizza. The beet bruschetta was good, except they went a little overboard on the beets. The pork belly pizza was absolutely delicious! The candied pieces of pork mixed well with the sauce. I highly recommend it, although I'm unsure if they have it often or if it was only for a limited time as it was a special. Overall a very nice place and if I lived in the area I would frequent it often! read more

Holla - Pork belly pizza - New American Near Me - Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Great space. Our server was outstanding. The food and drinks are worth the wait. Entrees were locally sourced and delicious. For an evening with friends or the reconnect time with your special friend or spouse, come here. Can't be disappointed. Try the bread pudding. read more

*Finally* made it here on a trip back home. I was so excited when a place that wasn't just more bar food opened in Manitowoc. I had the curry and my mom had the Huli huli chicken - we both licked our plates! Fantastic flavors!!! I live in the Chicago area where world class restaurants are all over the place. This menu would hold its own easily with that sort of competition. I appreciated the acoustics of the room, too. Being able to have a quiet conversation was nice. I'm weary of having to shout in restaurants. Will be back! read more

Stopped in here with my Brother-in-laws family for dinner based on his recommendation and my desire to try something new. I have eaten at other fresh farm to table restaurants in Metro Detroit but this was a first for me in Wisconsin. The restaurant itself is very modern with the Wood fired Pizza Oven having a very visible prominent role in the Restaurant in one corner and a nice contemporary bar on the far wall providing a very nice aesthetic and cool factor. In addition to the inside dining there is also an outdoor dining terrace which is open during good weather. Overall the facilities are a major plus for this restaurant. Keeping in mind that this is a Farm to Table restaurant, there is a chalk board as you come into the restaurant highlighting the farms and produce that are providing the ingredients for the evenings meal. This is definitely a nice touch as it reinforces what this restaurant is all about. Relative to my meal, I was eating on the lighter side this night and ordered their soup of the day with accompanying salad. The soup was creamy potato whose ingredients included kennebec potatoes, wood fired roasted shallots and garlic, dry sherry, cream topped with crispy bacon, and fresh chives all pureed into to a very delectable soup. To accompany the soup, I ordered the Fall Harvest salad whose ingredients included lettuce mix, roasted sweet peppers, tomatoes, carrot and Japanese turnip curls, red wine, poached cranberries, cucumbers with shaved MontAmore topped with a light grilled citrus vinaigrette. Salad ingredients were all very fresh with great taste and the citrus vinaigrette really set it off. Overall, whether you are into the farm to table scene or not, the quality of the food, freshness of the ingredients and how well it is prepared make this a must stop if you are in the Manitowoc area. Five stars. read more

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I personally can't give 5* because I don't care for their menu offerings. The bar is nice but we chose to leave and go elsewhere for dinner We clearly can't review their food, and it would be unfair to review poorly just because we're not on the same page as they are for food. Check em out! You may love it!! read more

Food was disgusting $15 for a beef sandwitch we ordered two and threw one away it was so bad, my wife also has a tocosalid or something like that after 3 bites she threw it away $12 , I also had an egg burrito that was edible $12 so for $56 we were very disappointed , Never again! this was at the food truck last ssaturday.............................. If you read the owners comment to my post you can understand what kind of people these are , buyer be ware. The food that was edable was eaten within the hour. Yes I do like Micky D's as millions of others do, the one in Two Rivers is very good. As a 72 year old disabled Vietnam vet I have eaten food in 28 differant countries and 48 of our united states food at the bass in Essen Germany was worse than at Holla. read more

I literally work next door to this place. My office window is directly where I can peer into their windows at night and the set up always looks quaint and inviting but never am able to try it until now. I love the interior and how they remodeled it. Also like that they hang local art from various scenes in the area. The restaurant is very clean. The service was acceptable. The only critique I would have is the waitress we had held our water glasses more on the top than from the bottom but that's just me being overly picky since I used to be in the restaurant world. She should make sure her fingers don't touch the rim of the glass even if given straws; some people prefer to drink straight from the glass and if there were fingers there that's not sanitary. Again, me being over analyzing. The food was ok. I've heard that their menu changes quite a bit so with all the raves I thought I'd be blown away. Love that everything is organic and natural. Ordered the seafood cioppino (no idea if I spelled it correctly) but it definitely was a glorified tomato soup. The piece of salmon that I got was no more than a 2"x2" square, precisely placed so it looked bigger upon first sight than it actually was. I guess for $24 I was expecting the entire filet. I think I'll have to try again maybe in the spring or when they switch their menu again. I would still recommend them because family owned restaurants are soooo much better than cookie cutter franchises that use food from a can. Maybe just don't order what I ordered and you'll have better luck! (I did Google cioppino and it is what they made it to be, however, still I think they should either put the whole salmon filet in it or omit it completely and replace it with something like scallops or halibut cubed. Just not to confuse uneducated people like me who expect an entire filet of fish! Lol) read more

This is so much more than a pizza place, it's fresh and local eating at its best. I share two dishes with my partner - the Holla salad and the fish tacos. Salad had incredibly fresh butter lettuce, raw mushrooms, raw Brussel shavings, some squash seeds, topped with delish balsamic creamy dressing. The fish tacos - crispy, batter-fried dish with red cabbage and some nice spices inside of a generously sized flour tortilla (2 in the order) with a side of yummy fries. The portion sizes are perfect here, not too big. I also had a nice glass of barbera red wine, and the bar is stocked with good options. In a nice location, across from the maritime museum, bright and sunny, it's a welcoming environment to share in the perfect food you eat. Enjoy! read more

I'll start by saying that the food is very good. I am a big fan of sourcing food locally as much as possible. That poses an interesting challenge in the upper Midwest, since nothing grows for most of the year. Then, you have to decide how far "local" is, and still find quality products to use. As a starting point, the cheese on the pizza and in the calzones is fantastic. If you're going to locally source ingredients in Wisconsin, your cheese better be good, and it is. The wood-fired oven gets a workout, that's for sure. The smell of that thing cooking covers a 2-3 block radius, making everyone in its scent-path hungry. They offer a nice drink selection and the dessert options sounded great. Very importantly, the service was super-friendly. We didn't have a reservation, so we opted to sit at the bar facing the oven. Never felt like we were forgotten, and got some good insights from the pizza chef, to boot. Why not five stars? It's a little pricey. Understandable, considering the local sourcing, but still, wouldn't be a regular option if I lived there based on the prices. Also, no menu items for kids. Right across from a hotel, a museum, and less than a block from the YMCA, it seems like an oversight. They should consider adding the calzones to the appetizer section of the menu. They are cheaper than other items, but not enough food for a meal. There are no sides with the pizzas or the calzones. And finally, my wife got her stew, but our pizza and calzone came out so long after it that she was pretty much done with her dinner when ours arrived. We ate in shifts. Didn't mind waiting as a family, but maybe hold off on serving the stew until the pizza is at least in the oven. None of that stuff would prevent me from going back if we visit Manitowoc again, but I think it's worth noting the inconsistencies. Local sourcing is fantastic, but may not be enough to capture and keep regulars on its own. They definitely have the tools to become a staple with just a little tweaking, though. read more

Food here is quite unique, but in a good way! It was very delicious and I would definitely come again! The staff is very nice!

So delicious and delightful. The cherry tomatoes are a burst of flavor. This "Walk in the Garden" tasted exactly like summer, enjoyed on the outdoor patio. Finished with a slice of flourless chocolate cake ... bliss on a fork! read more

Holla - Walk in the Garden - New American Near Me - Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Good food and nice atmosphere. Haven't been there in three years but the quality is still very good. Great service, very friendly. I'll be back. read more

This restaurant never disappoints . The tastes and textures of every dish I have had pleases me greatly . There is so much care put into every dish . read more

Nice atmosphere and delicious food!! We were very happy with the service. Portions are just right. Worth a try! read more

Holla - a decorated christmas tree in a restaurant - New American Near Me - Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Excellent food that was full of flavor, with a unique menu, that changes frequently based on the local vendors who supply the ingredients; can't wait to go again. The head chef was friendly and informative about the products he purchases and uses when cooking. I had the uno soup with pork belly that was the best soup I've ever eaten read more

Oh my goodness. Great food. Love the fact that the menu updates so often and the ingredients are local. The food was perfect. The wait staff was frantic and seemed super anxious. They were very pleasant, just took a long time to acknowledge us when we sat down and our drinks sat a the bar for a good 10 minutes. Will be back for the food, just plan on waiting a bit. Oh and make a reservation! read more

Right on the lake. Great views. Great food. Great addition to Manitowoc. Easy walking distance to Manitowoc downtown.

If you're looking for pub grub you'd be better off going down the block. If you're looking for a great culinary experience this is your spot. Adventurous entrees crafted expertly by a staff trained to be chefs, not just cooks. Portion size may be light and prices are slightly higher than the area average but for that you receive a well crafted meal with attention to detail that is sorely lacking during these difficult times. I'd rather pay a bit more for a meal well prepared than be dissatisfied with a bargain. read more

Right off the ferry from Ludington and looking for a fresh local sourced restaurant. We had a wonderful. Haddock and vegetable taco and soft shell crab sandwich with a nice green salad with dried cranberries. Great service and a creative chef. read more

Love this place. Great food and atmosphere. Had the fish tacos and a few of there awesome cocktails.

Their spacious patio provided fresh air but no lake view while we waited for a table inside. House cocktails, local beers, and farm fresh ingredients comprised menu items. The guys near us were sighing in gastronomic joy with their meal! Prompt service, delicious oven fried pizza made a great experience. read more

Yummy! Nice setting and awesome food, this place is the go-to for friends living in Manitowoc. Locally sourced menu changes constantly based on what's available. Wonderful presentation, creative combinations and exceptional flavor. read more

Great place with nice large patio. It was a little chilly and maybe a couple of heaters since very close to the lake. We ate on the patio. It is near the Maritime museum. We started with the roasted broccoli with a little melted cheese and sauce. Very yummy. We next ordered the veggie pizza with cauliflower crust. They use a stone oven for the pizza. It was a nice thin crust with a little crisp on the edge. Very good. It is a farm to table restaurant. The pizza had peppers, zucchini, mushrooms and sweet onion. It looked smaller than we thought but it was just fine. A little on the pricey side for Manitowoc but I would still recommend for the food was very good. read more

Heard good things about this restaurant, I wasn't impressed. $75 for two people, we had two sodas, two apps, and two orders of steak tacos. Staff was friendly and the place was clean. read more

Moved here a year ago from our nation's capital and it's been difficult to find a place for great food. Don't get me wrong, there are several restaurants in Manitowoc that have special appeal; but, when it comes to Amazing food and Great customer service: Holla wins hands down. Makes me feel like I'm back home (born and raised in the District of Columbia). read more

Holla - New American Near Me - Manitowoc, Wisconsin

We came across Holla accidently on our way from Chicago to Door County looking on open table for some place where we could make a reservation so that we wouldn't have to wait. It turned out to be a really "awesome" experience. The food was very tasty and the service was excellent. We had the fired shrimp, fall salad, and coconut curry with chicken. For desert we had a yummy chocolate flourless cake. All the food was served in a gourmet presentation.April our server was very friendly and kind. Myke the owner was very personable and came to our table to chat. The atmosphere was very relaxing. I understand that during the summer there's a great patio with a view of the river. We plan to return to experience this. Also there is a lot of parking. We highly recommend Holla for a great meal and excellent service. read more

Best Pizza in town by a long shot. Regularly updated menu with local fresh options. Good drinks and atmosphere. read more

My son and I ate here for the 4th time since they opened. I've been there 5. Every time has been excellent from the serving staff to the crazy delicious meals. No deep fried food here! The deliciousness comes from the ingredients, not grease. read more

The food was delicious, very flavorful & savory, but the portions were way too small! When you order an entree all you get is an entree, nothing else. No bread basket, no side salad. And the entree serving was so small, we had to go to a drive through on the way home to fill up. I hate paying that much money and leaving a restaurant hungry. Your pocket book feels cheated and so does your stomach. read more

I'm not sure how Holla has gotten so many positive reviews, as I had a very disappointing experience here. I came in during the lunch hour. During my visit, there were only three other occupied tables. We were greeted upon entry, but that's where any kindness or concern ended. I ordered a calzone and the other person in my group had a pizza. We found both of our meals flavorless. Totally bland and lacked any seasoning. A simple addition of oregano or basil would have helped. Our waitress was so cold and unfriendly that it made me wonder what she's doing in the food service industry. We ordered sodas, but they were empty by the beginning of the meal and never refilled. This was with only three other tables occupied and one other waitress on staff. Perhaps there are better items on the menu, but my first visit here made me not care to ever return. It's unfortunate because I enjoy supporting local businesses, and usually only leave positive reviews, but felt that my experience here was so terrible that it necessitated this negative review. read more

What a great brunch! I had the Pulled Pork Benedict and it was fabulous! The eggs were perfectly cooked, whites solid, yolks runny. The pork was crispy - a great texture juxtaposition to the smooth egg and hollandaise. The maple flavor finish was exquisite. What a flavor sensation! My Mom had the Veggie Frittata which tasted so fresh. It was chock full of veggies and served in a Wisconsin shaped cast iron skillet! The coffee was strong, and the Mimosa perfectly balanced. The space felt cozy due to the beautiful wood flooring an accents and the art on display. The patio looks like great fun for warmer weather. This will be a regular for me when ever I visit my Mother. read more

Interesting addition to the Manitowoc dining scene. By design different from most restaurants there. Brought my nephew and his girlfriend here and they had a hard time finding something on the menu. They both had the burger. I had no trouble finding a good choice for me. I went with the Jamaican jerk skewers. They were very good. Will definitely come back just with guests who have a more adventurous palate. read more

We were very pleased with our food! Apparently the menu changes often ( which I love). My husband had a wood fired pizza that was very good and I had the butternut squash soup (fantastic) and a shrimp pasta dish. The waitress was very nice and the food arrived in a timely manner. For being open only 3 weeks, they did a great job. read more