El Meson
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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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Jean-Marie
Very good food. Pleasant atmosphere. We waited a bit for getting the food but the restaurant was packed on this Sunday evening. The Colombian waitress was super nice to us & especially to my aged mon. We'll go back.View more
L
Très déçu mes enfants & moi pour la fête des mères 2025 les plats n'ont pas de goût
Pour avoir manger des fruits de mer, horrible !!! Le ceviche dans ce le vinaigre très mauvais .
Par contre pour le service impeccable merci Bon service !!
Vous devriez goûter avant de les offrir à la clientèleView more
Éric
Tous les repas succulents.
Quantités généreuses.
Margarita est excellente.
Service amical & respectueux.View more
Chandan
Amazing food, great portion size. We tried Enchiladas, chiles Rellenos both veg & Chicken Tacos. All of them were amazing. We tried the Harchhata & Jamaica drink. It was nice as well. Great ambience & the server was very nice too. A different vibe whole together. Would definitely recommend.View more
Danica
I highly recommend mend! Quaint atmosphere, very friendly staff & the food was absolutely amazing!View more
Francoisdurocher
Assez petit comme resto. Rien à dire sur le service impeccable. Cuisine typique mexicaine mais rien pour me faire dire wow sauf la quantité pour le prix. Je dirais que quelques repas ressemble à une entrée mais trop gros pour l'être.2 des 3 desserts sont magiquement bon.View more
Andi
Puede decir que de los mejores restaurantes mexicanos en Montreal. La combinación de sabor y la atmósfera definitivamente te hacen sentir en Mexico.
La decoración es tan linda, mucho detalles que de seguro te traerán memorias!.View more
Scott
Been a customer since 2017. This is a destination every time we travel to Montreal.
2017 - Fantastic little find! Attentive, friendly, tri-lingual staff. Great views of the river & park if you can sit on the terrace. Great portion sizes, priced well. Don't forget the Sangria!
2025 - Sangria is still excellent. The cactus & sausage in the queso was very good, providing a different, lighter taste.
She had the tacos & I had the carne asada. We recommend anything on the menu.View more
Lise
Nous avons dîné chez El Meson vendredi dernier. Tout était délicieux, autant les cocktails que nos plats. Service impeccable. Nous retournerons bientôt.View more
Frédéric
Nous avons adoré venir ma blonde & moi. Nous avons été servi par un jeune homme si je ne me trompe il s'appelait Arthuro. Le service était plus que parfait & le temps d'attente pour la nourriture juste parfait. Les drinks autant de type mocktails que cocktails était très bon. C'est un plaisir pour l'estomac & les yeux de venir à chaque fois au El meson 👌View more
Eli
food is always beyond amazing! sometimes the service is lacking a little (waiters take a long time to serve you, will sometimes guilt you into tipping) & it can get quite crowded in the restaurant. but el meson is one of my fav places to go for dinner even on a busy night with slow service 😊💗View more
Becky
We have been multiple times for their excellent lunch menu. Great value & great food in a cozy setting (can be a little cramped but makes it feel more homey!).
Some very minor service issues. They often bring the food out very fast so as soon as one course is finished, or even before everyone has finished, the next plate arrives. I realise this could be a positive for a lot of people but I like a bit more space. Also one of the waiters called me'lady' for the whole meal. Perhaps a miss-translation but comes across a little rude in English.
But overall excellent, have been three times & will keep going back.View more
Neil
Love this place! Family run, little place, but food is great, & don't have too much trouble getting a reservation. I always order their seafood platter, it's so good, & only $35. It should be $55, imho. Parking is a bit of a pain, it's metered, but bearable.
Seafood platter has 4 butterflied shrimp, tons of mussels, nice piece of white fish, cooked perfectly, scallops, & some garlic bread.
Love the ambiance, always 3/4 full when I've been there, lots happening, but not too loud.View more
Claude
Mon frère & ma soeur m'ont le offert comme découverte pour mon anniversaire!!! C'était épatant!!!
Le service de , Os qui s'est occupé de nous cordialement & amicalement!!! On nla manque de rien, ils l'est assuré que nous avions tout ce qu'il fallait & plus!!!
L'ambiance était juste au top & la nourriture, MIAAAAAAM!!!
C'est sûr que je le recommande & que je vais y retourner n'importe quand!!!👌🏽🫶🏽View more
Brayan
If you looking for a real & flavor Mexican food.
This is the right place. The flavors in your mouth are completely fabulous. & make you wonder if there is something better then this.View more
Gaétan
Magnifique petit restaurant. Belle ambiance & beau décor.
Nourriture excellente & portion juste. Bon choix, bon prixView more
Stella
Hospitality & food was GREAT!!!
Real authentic Mexican food, atmosphere & delicious!!!View more
Denise
Un très bon choix pour une expérience culinaire mexicaine authentique. J'ai pris les fajitas aux légumes & je n'ai pas été déçu. Le service était non seulement courtois, mais aussi rapide, ce qui a rendu notre repas encore plus agréable. Notre serveur Oz a répondu à nos questions avec un grand plaisir. Les portions étaient généreuses, parfaites pour combler notre appétit. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant pour tous ceux qui recherchent un repas savoureux dans une ambiance accueillante.View more