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 machineMore details
15 seats (front terrace) + 100 seats (rear terrace)
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Eileen
Absolutely superb authentic Mexican cuisine prepared with ❤?
Muchas gracias to our phenomenal server Alexandra & to the wonderful team at this amaaaaaazing authentic Mexican restaurant. It's been a personal favorite of mine for years. Located on St. Joseph in the heart of the beautiful Lachine Canal, everything here is so delicious & so beautifully presented. The ambiance is classic Mexican ❤?, providing such warmth & comfort. If you haven't been here before, you don't know what you've been missing! 🇲🇽
Whatareuduing
El Meson is one of those super cozy family owned restaurants you must visit. This little place is worth the drive from far away. The staff are really interested in making you enjoy your meal with amazing hospitality & quality food dishes that will satisfy those looking for very good Mexican cuisine. The atmosphere is exceptionally cozy & you might find yourself not in a rush to leave👍👍👍👍👍
Yeudiel
Authentic mexican restaurant, nice & fast service, greqt atmosphere & excellent food
Nicola
The best Mexican food I've had almost including in Mexico. Unreal.
Irma
This is a great mexican gem in front of lachine canal! It is small, cozy & it offers delicious mexican dishes! Service is excellent! Gracias amigos! ✨?🌷😎
Cassandra
Food was delicious & a fun twist of authentic mexican food. Beautifully decorated, cozy & colourful.
Karen
This has always been one of my favorite restaurants as it is small, cozy & intimate along with an outdoor terasse. The owner offers authentic Mexican food & it is way better than those mexican americanized competitors. Great lime marguaritas & fajitas.
Aldo
One time stop & that's it ... I usually tend to do a satisfactory review to my Mexican fellows , but not this time ... I even had to return a Michelada that tasted very watery , the waiter took it back & they didn't intend to improve it, it was just removed from the bill. Food was ok , but not what I was expecting from reading others reviews & a bit expensive.
Ivan
One of my favorite Mexican family runned place.
Excellent margaritas. Cheap if u get the 1/2 or cheaper for the full pitcher. Most expensive dish is seafood plate. Excellent. Best ceviche ever (Red snapper). Average guacamole. 3 liete cake is awesome. The even make some extra dishes that are not on the menu (chicken casadilla, great.) Cosy terrace. You will be satisfied.
Best to reserve.
Carla
Very nice typical traditional Mexican food. Outside terrasse. Cozy inside. Affordable prices.
Coiffure
Missing vegan options.
We were a group of 10 people & we had some vegans with us. Going to a Mexican restaurant would make sense to be able to find at least few vegan options besides guacamole...
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!.
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.
Stella
Hospitality & food was GREAT!!!
Real authentic Mexican food, atmosphere & delicious!!!
Helen
Nice Mexican restaurant, my favorite is chicken enchiladas with chocolate mole.