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El Meson

Lachine
4.6$ & $$
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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.

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 machine

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15 seats (front terrace) + 100 seats (rear terrace)
4.6582 ratings
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Reviews for El Meson

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*as of 2026-05-25
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Review Summary

El Meson stands out for authentic Mexican flavors, generous portions, and attentive, friendly service in a cozy family run setting by the water, with standout sauces and a rich mole that many reviews describe as exceptional; guests praise the variety from seafood and enchiladas to ceviche and fajitas, the welcoming terrace, fair prices, and a consistently satisfying dining experience.
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Sebastian
2.0

Our group was seated so tightly some of us couldn't move. Some folks got decent meals but mine was unpleasant. One of our party got up to take a group photo & one of the waiters took away his beer glass even though it was half full. Our main waiter was charming & did his best with our large group. I will never go back to this place again.

Apr 25, 2024
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Keena
5.0

Everything you expect about a mexican gem: the colors, the coziness, the Latin music in the background, & alovera plants in ceramic plates. Every dish we try is our new favorite.

Apr 24, 2024
on Google
Manny
4.0

I wish you were a bigger place!

Apr 16, 2024
on Google
Bbyluba
5.0

So tasty!

Apr 12, 2024
on Google
PAULA
5.0

Excelente atención. Los meseros muy serviciales. Comida deliciosa, servicio rápido, precios justos.

Apr 1, 2024
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Jean-Paul
5.0

Service & ambiance familiale. ❤️

Mar 31, 2024
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Kam
5.0

Food is awesome, it is more authentic than your 3 amigos.

Mar 16, 2024
on Google
Kian
5.0

one of the best Mexican places I've ever been The food is good, the prices are good & also their service is awesome.

Mar 9, 2024
on Google
Christian
5.0

1ère fois au restaurant Mexicain & j'ai été agréablement surpris un pur délice Merci El Menson

Mar 6, 2024
on Google
Totski
5.0

In desperate need to book a restaurant at the last minute, I called El Meson & asked to reserve a table for 8 people on that same day. The lady on the phone was super 🌟 She was very understanding & helpful. I was able to reserve for 8 people last night for my partner's 26th birthday celebration 🎂 Given that we were 8 people, I thought the food will take time to come in, but our plates started coming in very shortly after we ordered our meals... Everyone in our table had nothing but good things to say about the food. The portions were more than enough!!! Our friends said that the Carne Asada was cooked to perfection 👌🏽 My other friends enjoyed their Beef & Chicken tacos 🌮 My partner liked his Pollo Barbacoa 🍗 My Chicken Fajita was sizzling when it came to our table that one of my friends even commented & said that he also wishes that his food came in with sound effects 🔥 Also, their secret hot sauce was so good that we wanted to buy a whole bottle of it 😆 The service was quite fast, our primary waiter, Senor Roberto, was quite patient with all our requests & was kind enough to help us clean the table when one of our friends accidentally poured his water on the table. All in all, we had AN AMAZING experience at El Meson & hoping to come back soon!!! 🙏🏽 I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT TO ANYONE LOOKING TO TRY AUTHENTIC & DELICIOUS TASTING MEXICAN FOODS ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Mar 3, 2024
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Maisha
5.0

Delicious food, super fast, friendly & warm service, cute vibe & very reasonably priced. What more can you ask for?

Feb 21, 2024
on Google
Joel
4.0

Good food,service,& price. Quaint, almost nostalgic atmosphere.

Feb 15, 2024
on Google
Andrew
5.0

Our favourite place to go for dinner in Lachine

Feb 13, 2024
on Google
E
5.0

Every time I eat here I am reminded why it is my favourite restaurant. The service is amazing, & the food is to die for.

Feb 13, 2024
on Google
Tania
5.0

Supe

Feb 4, 2024
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Dylan
5.0

Great food & fast service 👌

Feb 2, 2024
on Google
José
5.0

Service impeccable & bonne cuisine authentique Mexicaine prix très raisonnable sur l'heure du lunch !

Feb 2, 2024
on Google
Andrew
5.0

Enchiladas are amazing!!! Very nice atmosphere

Feb 1, 2024
on Google
Sophie
4.0

Accueil toujours chaleureux, le service est très bien & les plats sont toujours bons & copieux. On y revient toujours !

Jan 31, 2024
on Google
Mathieu
5.0

Très bon & excellent service. Pris raisonnable. 155$ avec tip pour trois repas, deux bières, une coupe de vin & trois dessert. Dommage que j'habite loin.

Jan 30, 2024
on Google
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