El Meson
Info & Location
About us
Mr. Victor Lopez and his wife Elena Garcia welcomes you at El Meson! This authentic Mexican restaurant located just across the Lachine Canal, in an old brick house in Old Lachine welcomes you in a warm and friendly atmosphere. It is already several years that this Mexican gem serves its secret family recipes. They started timidly years ago in Dorval for those who remember, and it is through satisfied customers that this Mexican restaurant has made a name for itself and today El Meson ranks among the best Latin restaurants in Montreal.
Don't be fooled! You are here to enjoy and savor the fine foods from Mexico. So forget about other so called Mexican restaurants that offer the same Americanized dishes over and over again. Here you'll taste real delicious Mexican specialties such as Carne Asada, the Nopalitos con carne (Cactus with beef), and many more... Indulge yourself, it is not every day you can travel to Mexico for so little. Everything is a matter of imagination, let yourself be surprised, there are so many flavors to discover...
To enjoy the sunny weather, El Meson offers two pretty terraces (front and back) where you can relax with the magnificent view of the beautiful Lachine Canal, an experience that your eyes will never forget. During the winter, once you step inside El Meson, you will never want to leave.
Don't be fooled! You are here to enjoy and savor the fine foods from Mexico. So forget about other so called Mexican restaurants that offer the same Americanized dishes over and over again. Here you'll taste real delicious Mexican specialties such as Carne Asada, the Nopalitos con carne (Cactus with beef), and many more... Indulge yourself, it is not every day you can travel to Mexico for so little. Everything is a matter of imagination, let yourself be surprised, there are so many flavors to discover...
To enjoy the sunny weather, El Meson offers two pretty terraces (front and back) where you can relax with the magnificent view of the beautiful Lachine Canal, an experience that your eyes will never forget. During the winter, once you step inside El Meson, you will never want to leave.
Our Specialties
Nopalitos con carne (Cactus with beef), Pescados Yucatan, Carne Asada, Pechuga con mole, Cazuela Mexicana (Seafood platter)
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 50 We accept: Master Card, Visa, ATM machineCateringDeliveryFamily / Kid-friendlyGood For GroupsOnline OrderingReception Services / Private EventsTakeout AvailableTerraceWater View / Waterfront
More details
15 seats (front terrace) + 100 seats (rear terrace)
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Olena
Delicious food with some beautiful views & great service!View more
Ana
Le meilleur Restaurant mexicain à Montréal.
La saveur est vraiment mexicaine & le service est super!!! Le personnel bien accueillant.
Je le recommande a 100% au personne qui veulent déguster la cuisine mexicaine.View more
Andy
Sublime authentic Mexican fare. Nopalitos con carne to die for. Courteous & accommodating staff & superb service.View more
Jacob
Delicious. Reasonable prices. Friendly staff. What more can you want?View more
Eric
Très sympa, bonne cuisine. La terrasse avec la vue sur le canal est vraiment agréable.View more
LouiseCam-5865
1 Review
Première visite mais pas la dernière... Le rouget & ses accompagnements & la fondue étaient super délicieux. Le service était aussi des plus exceptionnels... beaucoup d'attention & de politesse... BRAVO au El Meson. À recommander à ceux qui aiment les mets typiquement mexicains. Nous reviendrons!!
Petersito
1 Review
El Meson is an amazing Mexican cuisine restaurant. We simply LOVE the homey feel of the place, the great terrace view during the summer season &, most importantly, the food. What can we say but, DELICIOUS!! Having lived in Mexico for 7 years, the food was a great reminder of how much we miss living there, & how much we enjoy the wonderful authentic cuisine of Mexico. El Meson should definitely be on your list of great authentic Mexican dining. & the drinks are super as well. Great food, amazing service by friendly staff & a comfy-cozy place to relax & enjoy yourself. Muchas Graicias! Petersito
RodrigoSis-9496
1 Review
Yo trabajé hace 12 anos ahí, y estoy muy agradecido con don Víctor y dona Elena espero estén bien de salud ....y no me queda más que aceptar lo delicioso que cocinan ahí.un abrazo y mucho exito
KarenSavi-6477
1 Review
Excellent food & fantastic quick service. Laid back ambiance. Great location right by the canal, a must try!
LucGagn-2961
1 Review
Le personnel est vraiment très sympathique. Malgré un fort achalandage, le service était rapide. Nous avons pris la casserole de poisson & fruits de mer. Un pur délice ! Je recommande ce restaurant familial.
PhilippeCai-6079
1 Review
Very nice & authentic Mexican restaurant in Lachine. Quaint decor, delicious dishes, attentive service, smiles all around. Fond memories have been created in the five years since I first came to this place.
During the pandemic they started a takeout service & I am excited to get my dinner there tonight. I missed it so much !
Strongly recommended.
via LibroGreat place & food. Gracias Luz Elena for the excellent service!.
via LibroChaleureux, bonne bouffe & ambiance agréable. Nous sommes restés longtemps & le personnel a été très accommodant. Muchas gracias y provecho!
via LibroTrès bon service chaleureux & sympathique mais cher $$$$ pour ce qui est sur le menu.
via LibroGreat food, great service. Extremely full & popular restaurant with a lovely atmosphere.