Overall, reviews describe Dirty Tacos as a place where the food shines with fresh, flavorful Mexican flavors and well balanced fillings, especially the birria tacos, beef with cheese, and pork with pineapple and onions, with lightly charred tortillas and house made sauces that enhance rather than mask the meat; guests also mention solid options like pupusas, quesabirria, veggie burritos, and loaded nachos, all described as delicious and reasonably priced. The dining experience is mixed in terms of service and setting, with many praising friendly and speedy service while others report dismissive or inattentive attitudes and a lack of warmth; the space is described as small, cozy, and more kitchen than seating, making it feel better suited to takeout or pickup than for lingering meals. Several reviewers note portion sizes have shrunk compared to earlier visits, calling prices disappointing given the smaller portions, though the quality and freshness of ingredients remain high. Overall, Dirty Tacos is seen as a strong option for authentic, flavorful tacos and related dishes, recommended to try a range of options and to expect great taste even if the dine-in experience may vary.
Excellent food the best tacos on the south shore, my girlfriend & I go eat there every other week & it always hits, the food is great, the price is affordable & the staff is friendly. Definitely recommend!!
Nous avons pris les tacos au poulet & les nachos classique. La nourriture était très bonne, mais il manquait de sauces sur les nachos. (nous avons demander à la cuisinière d'en rajouter) L'ambiance étai très calmes, nous étions les deux seul clients dans restaurant. Les prix étaient un peut cher, mais les portions en valaient la peine. Nous avons pris le restant de nos nachos pour emporter. Je recommande & j'y retournerai pour essayer d'autres plats. 🌮👍
Mar 3, 2026
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I recently visited this restaurant & ordered two different tacos: the beef with cheese tacos served with homemade sauce, & the pork tacos with pineapple & onions. Overall, the experience was very satisfying & exceeded my expectations.
The beef tacos were excellent. The tortillas were lightly charred, giving them a nice smoky flavor while still being soft & fresh. The beef was well-seasoned, juicy, & paired perfectly with melted cheese that added richness without overpowering the meat. The homemade sauce was a standout element-it had a balanced flavor that enhanced the tacos rather than masking them. It tasted fresh & clearly made in-house, which added a lot to the overall quality of the dish.
The pork tacos with pineapple & onions were equally impressive. The pork was tender & flavorful, & the pineapple added a subtle sweetness that complemented the savory meat very well. The onions provided a bit of sharpness & crunch, creating a great balance of textures & flavors. Every bite felt well thought out & satisfying.
The presentation was clean & inviting, & the portion size was generous without feeling overwhelming. Everything tasted fresh, & you can tell care was put into both the ingredients & preparation. Overall, the food was delicious, well-balanced, & clearly made with attention to detail. I would definitely return & recommend this place to anyone looking for high-quality, flavorful tacos.
Had the chance to try their tacos when they first opened & tried it again recently. Did a great job changing menus & adding new stuff. Food was great & highly recommend!
Probably the most authentic taco spot I've ever beeen to. Great service, great prices & the most delicious Mexican food I've had in a long time. I highly recommend this spot. 😋
This place a on the small size, more kitchen then seating as they look to specilize in catering... The food made up for it all, had the pulled pork tacos 🌮 x3 & they were tasty. I recommend giving this place a try.
It's honestly difficult for me to write this review because what was once a place that I have recommended to many people is sadly slowly becoming a place that I will simply not speak about. & honestly my' goal' with this review is I hope the owner reads it & maybe something will change because I want to keep supporting this restaurant.
I have been to Dirty Tacos countless times. Some times even twice a week. The food is absolutely DELICIOUS , FRESH, FLAVOURFUL ! BEST TACOS I'VE HAD in or around Montreal. Everything is SO DAMN GOOD !
But seriously though ? What is happening with the portion size of the Tacos ?! When I started eating there a year ago , you were given what I considered to be 3 large sized tacos with a generous filling , with a nice' cup' filled with consumé when taking the Birria's. In the past 4 to 6 months the portions have continuously & gradually gone down significantly which now makes it overpriced. The quality of the food has stayed absolutely stunning & delicious. But the portions have officially become insulting.
I went for lunch today. & when the young lady ( who is a sweetheart by the way ) brought me my food, I found my self staring at my tacos a few moments, literally insulted at what I was looking at. 3 tacos folded in extremely small tortillas with not much beef & a' cup' half filled with consumé. For those 3 tacos & a Jarritos the cost was 27 dollars ( with an 18% tip included. I ordered at the counter. ). Im sorry, I am not a cheap person but that's unacceptable.
I literally walked out of there telling myself that was the last time. But who am I kidding ?
Dirty Tacos , this isn't goodbye just yet. But seriously though… Something needs to be done about your portions. Because I know what once was & what I was served today isn't it & it hasn't been for some time now.
Too expensive for what it is. We ordered the beef ($18) & the shrimp ($15) tacos. The taco were so small that it took 2 bites to eat them. They give you 3 on a plate. The shrimp was 2 little pieces in each one. The beef were ok. These should have been half the price they charge. Soft drinks were overpriced also. We left there hungry & we are not big eaters at all. Don't recommend & won't go back.
Une petite perle culinaire bien cachée qui crée rapidement une addiction. Le personnel est chaleureux & poli, la salle à manger petite mais impeccablement propre, les portions parfaites & les saveurs au rendez-vous ! Les sauces maison sont une superbe touche complémentaire. Je recommande vivement!
Hands down the best pupusas I've had! I'd order 10 more! Great portions & everything was just tasty. Super friendly staff as well! I highly recommend this place!
