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!
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.
Restaurant mexicain sans prétention & familiale, au look plus sophistiqué que ses prix. Super service attentionné. Merci beaucoup pour votre hospitalité.
This place is amazing. We were taken care of from the time we booked our reservation for 11 to changing the amount of people (quite a few times). We were treated as though we were friends & family. We were seated quickly, able to order drinks immediately while waiting for the rest of our party to arrive. Our waitress was so patient with us as well as so much fun. We were served our food quickly & it was delicious. Some of us even ventured in trying the brown (hot) sauce. The owner also came over to our table & gave us a round of tequila shots, delicious. These shots are one of their own recipes, we recommend you try it. We really enjoyed their margaritas, also a special recipe. We will definitely be back.
Très belle soirée entre amis. Ambiance agréable . Nourriture excellente . Très bon choix de plats . Merci à Martin pour ses suggestions.
Cocktails succulents. Rapport qualité/ prix parfait. . J y retournerai tout essayer la carte.
Oct 23, 2025
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La nourriture est excellente & le service impeccable. Le restaurant offre beaucoup d'accommodements pour les mets sans produits laitiers & sans coriandre. Les bols sont délicieux. Les enfants peuvent jouer dehors. Je recommande vivement
Wow très belle place. Menu peu élaboré, mais ça fait la job! & surtout c est bon. Idéal famille avec enfant. Les enfants ont plein de jeu devant le resto
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Came for supper with family. Had a great meal, the food was excellent. The ambiance inside was nice & service was friendly without being too intrusive or rushed. Would highly recommend the nachos, fish tacos, quesadillas & the arrachera tacos. As the sign says life is short, eat more tacos!
Great little Mexican restaurant in Saint-Lambert. The food is fresh & flavorful, the service is attentive, & the terrasse is a perfect spot to relax & enjoy a meal outdoors.
