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El Gordo

Simple and delicious neighborhood taqueria.
Saint-Lambert
4.5$ & $$
OPEN11:30 am - 10 pm
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El Gordo Saint-Lambert Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
MexicanLatin AmericanVegetarianGluten-free OptionsTacosBrunchCateringGreat selection of cocktailsResto-Bar
El Gordo is a friendly and welcoming neighbourhood taqueria where simplicity rhymes with savoury. Come try one of our delicious tacos, offered at a very affordable price. There is something for everyone; meat, fish or vegetables. Our Mexican-inspired cuisine is bursting with flavour and goes well with one of our exotic cocktails such as margaritas or mojitos! In addition to tacos, you will also find Latin cuisine classics such as quesadillas, burritos and fajitas plates to share. If you want to bring the Mexican Fiesta home, our catering service will delight you!

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Reviews for El Gordo

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on Google4.4 (200+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

El Gordo comes across as a cozy, family friendly Mexican spot with a lively vibe and a welcoming terrace. The food is consistently praised for freshness and bold flavors, with tacos al pastor, quesadillas and other staples noted as well prepared and generously portioned. Drinks and cocktails are a strong point for many, with margaritas and mocktails highlighted, though a few reviews mention cocktails that are a bit too sweet. Service is frequently described as friendly, attentive and efficient, with guests appreciating kid friendly touches and staff that go the extra mile. Ambiance ranges from festive and authentic to casual and cozy, with some guests mentioning it can be noisy but still inviting. A few critiques point to occasional inconsistencies in the bar and dessert quality, but they are outweighed by the overall positive impression. Overall El Gordo is seen as a top choice for Mexican in the area, offering fresh ingredients, generous portions, good value and a welcoming environment that makes people want to return.
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?Une expérience globalement positive, même si la fin du repas a manqué de finesse.
?La Cuisine : Les plats principaux étaient excellents. On sent un vrai savoir-faire en cuisine : les produits sont de qualité, les cuissons maîtrisées & la présentation est très soignée. Un sans-faute de ce côté-là.
?Le Bar : J'ai testé le Mojito. Comme souvent malheureusement, il était un peu trop sucré. Il manquait de caractère & de la fraîcheur aromatique de la menthe (feuilles brûlés sur le coctel)
?Le Dessert (bémol) : Grosse déception sur les churros.(je reconnais des bon churros je viens du Sud), Ils étaient mal cuits & laissaient un goût désagréable de graisse de friture usagée. C'est dommage de terminer sur cette note après une cuisine si bien élaborée.
?Conclusion : Une très bonne table pour le salé, mais des détails à corriger sur le bar & surtout sur la friture des desserts. Je reviendrai avec plaisir en espérant une amélioration!!!😀

Feb 14, 2026
on Google

Super tacos al Pastor & guacamole.
Les churros avec la sauce au caramel sont excellents.

Sep 27, 2025
on Google

Soy Mexicalence y su comida está muy sabrosa, me sentí como en mí C. Mexicali, mí esposo pidió unas QuesaBirrias riquisima, y yo una Bol Mixto muy estilo Mexicano. 10/10♡
Y terminamos con un rico café y postre unos churros🥳🎊
Nos atendió Paola Muchísimas gracias🙏🏻💝
#VivaMéxicoEnCanadá

Mar 22, 2025
on Google

Très belle expérience! La bouffe est bonne, bonne sélection de tequila, bonne musique, tout y est! Puis les churros en dessert j'y pense encore miam

Feb 1, 2025
on Google

Food is delicious & well presented. Mexican cuisine with its own more elaborate personality than the presentations we usually get elsewhere. Drinks look & taste delicious. The Churros are awesome. Great outdoor terrace. Nice & efficient staff.

Aug 6, 2024
on Google

Food here is great. First time we went was for cinqo de mayo. We were seated in the dining side. The booth was very odd to sit in but that's ok. All the food was great besides the calamari which was very underwhelming. Cocktails were also delicious. The music was mostly authentic Mexican but unfortunately switched to terrible reggaeton style as the night progressed. Churros are yummy. Unfortunately the second time I booked, we were seated on the side with the bar. The bartender shook his drinks like you wouldn't believe. I felt like a was being pranked on a show. I couldn't hear or think & neither could my mother, mother in law or grandma. Poor ladies! He kept shaking & shaking drinks so aggressively for really no reason at all. No cocktail needs to shaken that long & hard for each drink it was insane. Food again was delicious & the spicy brownie is literally very spicy! Actually not pleasant as the spice isn't tastey just uncomfortably spicy. Unfortunately the day I bring my mother's & grandma they decide to play loud bumping reggaeton all night. Between that & the shaking drinks we pretty much couldn't hear eachother talk the whole time. My baby didn't seem to mind 🤣 I'll go back but only on the dining side or outside. Never near the bar & that bartender again please! & also just play authentic Mexican music. At least until like... 830pm so people can just relax & dine not feel like they are at a club.

Jul 12, 2024
on Google

Belle ambiance, service attentionné. La portion de poulet dans les fajitas au poulet à partager était cependant minuscule, quasi inexistante. Les bols, tacos & churros étaient bons, sans être exceptionnels.

May 19, 2024
on Google