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El Gordo

Simple and delicious neighborhood taqueria.

Little Burgundy
4.4$ & $$
OPEN2 pm - 10 pm
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El Gordo delivers a focused selection of Mexican and Latin American culinary staples characterized by robust spice profiles and fresh ingredients. The menu prioritizes accessible street food aesthetics, featuring hand-pressed tortillas, slow-cooked proteins, and vibrant salsas that anchor the flavor experience. Vegetarian options are seamlessly integrated into the core offerings, ensuring that meatless alternatives maintain the same depth of seasoning and texture as traditional counterparts. The physical space emphasizes functional simplicity with a layout designed for efficiency and steady turnover during peak demand periods. Every component reflects a commitment to regional techniques that highlight the complexity of chilies and maize. This establishment functions as a primary destination for those seeking straightforward, flavorful preparations representative of classic Latin traditions within a fast-paced, utilitarian setting that avoids unnecessary decorative clutter.

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4.4813 ratings
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El Gordo is widely praised for its authentic and flavorful Mexican dishes, with frequent highlights including the tacos, birria, ceviche, and quesadillas. Many visitors appreciate the fresh ingredients and generous portions, noting that the restaurant offers great value in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. While some diners mention occasional issues with service consistency or noise levels, the majority of experiences are highly positive, characterized by friendly staff, refreshing margaritas, and an inviting space that is perfect for families or groups before a nearby event.
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John
5.0

This is my goto place for pizza in the Atwater area, great pizza & my grandson loves it too.
They also have other Italian dishes & salads. Often they will have a Jazz night or some other entertainment on special nights.
Also has a nice outdoor terrace on Notre Dame

May 20, 2026
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Ruth
5.0

Time & time again, Geppetto's gets it! The brick oven pizza crust & toppings is always a hit as well as the pasta's. The ingredients are always fresh & flavourful & can be tasted individually. Portions are generous. The appetizers & salads are creative & fresh as well. My go-to is the grilled octopus served on chickpeas & hummus. Beer on tap or mixed drinks are great! The service (especially Phillip) is always on point, atmosphere is chill & pleasant. Love this place.

May 2, 2026
on Google
Claire
5.0

delicious pizza, salad & wine. Thank you as always for the great hospitality. Cheers

Mar 27, 2026
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Eliza
5.0

A very lovely restaurant. The ambiance is cozy, the staff is welcoming & pleasant. The food is delicious. I rarely have a Caesar's salad in restaurants, but their's is absolutely scrumptious, as well as the Mediterranean salad. We truly enjoyed the pizza & the pasta. Always a beautiful experience.

Oct 25, 2025
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Eileen
5.0

Yummy pizza & Caesar salad. Servers r very pleasant.

Aug 26, 2025
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Dan
3.0

Very good burritos & friendly staff & service but I was really turned off by a 16 dollar beet & goat cheese salad that was so small & stingy, it was absurd for the price. It's a shame, as the place has decent Mexican fare & a nice terrace.

Jun 7, 2025
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Bernard
5.0

Always reliable. $69 for salad, pizza/pasta & a bottle of wine is a great deal.

Apr 28, 2025
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Sean
5.0

What an amazing restaurant. Enchiladas, Kale salad, & chicken nachos, delicious. Margaritas so tasty! Fresh lime juice, top shelf tequila. A must!

Apr 19, 2025
on Google
Souk-Ravanh
5.0

I've been wanting to go to Geppetto & I finally made it. The ambiance was charming & so was the service. We had Ceasar salad, salad niçoise, baked cauliflower, linguini with pancetta & truffle. Everything was delicious. We even asked for a Genoa pizza to bring home. It was delightful. We shall definitely go back whenever we feel like enjoying an Italian meal. 😉

Nov 4, 2024
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Andrea
5.0

This is my favourite pizza place in Montreal & has been for 15 years. It's fun, the food is really good, the atmosphere is perfect for any occasion & the prices are reasonable. & the menu has a lot of options besides pizza, like salads & meatballs & charcuterie & pasta. Also the location is ideal - but don't tell anyone or it'll be harder to get a reservation...thank you Geppetto & thank you to all the staff.

Sep 3, 2024
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