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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)
4.6566 ratings
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Reviews for El Meson

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Reviews highlight El Meson as a cozy, family-run spot offering authentic Mexican cuisine with bold flavors, where items like mole, ceviche, perfectly seasoned seafood, and hearty fajitas are praised for depth and balance, and portions are described as generous with fair prices. Diners often mention friendly, attentive service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, with a charming terrace by the water adding to the experience. The menu's variety receives frequent kudos, from ceviche and tacos to fish dishes and carnitas, along with well-paired drinks such as margaritas and sangria, and the presentation and freshness of dishes are repeatedly noted. The setting, including the canal view and colorful decor, contributes to a memorable visit, and many reviewers say they plan to return, sometimes after traveling a distance. Overall, the combination of flavorful food, comfortable vibe, and good value makes El Meson a destination that tends to satisfy a broad range of tastes and occasions.
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4.5

Chaleureux, bonne bouffe & ambiance agréable. Nous sommes restés longtemps & le personnel a été très accommodant. Muchas gracias y provecho!

Jun 21, 2019
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5.0

toujours très bon service, nourriture excellente, à refaire

Jun 19, 2019
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5.0

Good food, nice people working, great service! Well recommended

Jun 17, 2019
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4.0

Très bon service chaleureux & sympathique mais cher $$$$ pour ce qui est sur le menu.

Jun 17, 2019
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4.5

Great food, great service. Extremely full & popular restaurant with a lovely atmosphere.

Jun 16, 2019
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4.5

Good food, good & friendly service, charming dining room. A sure bet.

Jun 15, 2019
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4.5

Nous étions 5 personnes pour un souper du lundi. En choisissant ce jour de la semaine, nous étions pratiquement certains que le restaurant ne serait pas bondé. Effectivement, il y avait peu de gens, & le service était ma fois excellent! Nous avions commandé des mets différents & avons tous beaucoup aimé notre repas, aux portions généreuses. Comme je suis enceinte, j'ai beaucoup apprécié le fait d'avoir pu prendre un cocktail sans alcool à la moitié du prix de celui alcoolisé, tandis que dernièrement, j'étais allée dans un autre restaurant à Lachine où le prix du cocktail non alcoolisé était le même que celui avec alcool, ce que j'avais trouvé frustrant. Bref, ce fut une très belle expérience au El Meson & cela me donne envie d'y retourner lors d'une prochaine occasion, d'autant plus que l'endroit est vraiment beau & bien décoré.

Jun 11, 2019
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5.0

Cuisine mexicaine telle que l'on devrait la connaître, pour l'apprécier à son authentique valeur. Service courtois & chaleureux. Fourchette de prix tout à fait équitable.

Jun 9, 2019
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1 Review
4.0

Accueil chaleureux, délicieux repas, bons prix.
On se croirait au Mexique!

Jun 1, 2019
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3.5

Difficulté avec le service mais atmosphère agréable. Bonne nourriture.

May 27, 2019
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5.0

La nourriture est bonne, très bon service & l'emplacement est très beau avec le bord de l'eau.

May 26, 2019
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1 Review
4.5

Excellent food & easy to reserve!!

May 25, 2019
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5.0

A real gem in Lachine across from the canal. Truly authentic mexican cuisine beautifully served & extremely pleasing to the palate. Looking forward to dining this summer on the terrace.

May 15, 2019
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5.0

Excellent...je le recommande a 100%..!!

May 13, 2019
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1 Review
5.0

Toujours excellent à cet endroit

May 12, 2019
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1 Review
5.0

Service impeccable, chaleureux, repas excellent, bon rapport qualité prix

May 8, 2019
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1 Review
4.5

Terrific & very authentic food & great service make this place a nice place to visit.

May 4, 2019
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4.5

Nous avons adoré El Meson pour ces plats, pour son excellent service & pour sa générosité ! Le staff est vraiment charmant & compétent ! 👍🏻👍🏻

Apr 28, 2019
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5.0

Restaurant fort sympathique, ambiance familiale. Plats bien assaisonnés typiquement mexicains.
Nous y retrournerons.

Apr 26, 2019
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5.0

Vraiment magnifique, cuisine excellente typique, service hors-pair ..... Nous y retournerons .....

Apr 20, 2019