Monday

Closed

Tuesday

11:30 am - 10 pm

Wednesday

11:30 am - 10 pm

Thursday

11:30 am - 10 pm

Friday

11:30 am - 10 pm

Saturday

11:30 am - 10 pm

Sunday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Many reviews describe Amaranto as a local Mexican gem with authentic flavors and welcoming service. Birria tacos stand out, along with tacos al pastor, fish tacos, and brisket soft tacos, complemented by shrimp quesadilla, guacamole, pico de gallo with fresh cilantro, nachos, churros, horchata, and homemade tortilla chips. Margaritas are noted as effective. The ambiance is generally pleasant and not too noisy, and the staff and owners are praised for warmth and attentiveness. Portions vary by dish with some described as generous while others feel small for the price. Service can be fast but on busy nights it can be slow and occasionally disorganized, with moments of waiting for the bill. A few practical concerns include a heavy door that is hard to pull and some menu items that were slightly dry or underseasoned, although the overall impression emphasizes authenticity and consistency. The restaurant is described as a local Mexican gem and many plan to return to try additional selections, including after the move to Monkland where the atmosphere and quality are said to be better than before.

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*as of 2026-05-15

4.4 96 ratings

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Lev

5.0

It has been just over 10 years since I first visited their basement hole in the wall. Since then they have moved into a beautiful location, hoping to avoid the curse that has befallen so any restaurants before it in that location.

We were 3 people & 2 of us started out with a Margarita on the rocks. It was insanely good, tart, sweet, salt-rimmed, & boozy.

Their lunch specials paired each plate of tacos with their in-house guac & homemade tortilla chips, both of which are insanely good. The complimentary homemade salsas & tortilla chips were divine, though they waste time telling you which of the two is the spicy & which was the mild as both left me burning...though the flavors were insane.

The Suadero, or brisket tacos were delicious, tender, juicy, & a solid 8/10.
The chorizo with melted mozzarella tacos were amazing, cheesy, spicy, oily & perfect, 9/10.

The start of the show was the 10/10 birria tacos. The meat had a bit of caramelization & the birria broth was perfectly made. I may or may not have drank the rest down it was that good.

The lunch special saw us finish with a freshly fried churro that was perfect.

Platters are 3 tacos for about 15-20, which some can say is expensive but the quality of the food is worth the price, & as someone who usually eats a lot, three tacos with the chips, guac, salsa & churro were enough. Barely had room for dinner.

Not a matter of IF I return, simply WHEN!

May 19, 2026

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Laura

Love this place! Margaritas are great, & really enjoyed the barilla tacos. Owner is super sweet & will definitely be back soon

May 2, 2026

Stanislaus

The best classic Margaritas in
Montréal & beyond. Food is very authentic. Delicious!

Mar 24, 2026

Jean-marc

I recommend going to amaranto for authentic mexican cuisine & some very good margaritas!

The staff is very friendly & generous!

Mar 30, 2025

Joël

Spicy margarita for the win! Food was very impressive!!

Jul 17, 2024

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