El Meson
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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.
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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5.0
absolutely amazing! i love ceviche but felt terrible because i couldnt finish the whole thing 🥲 very large portion! portions were very large & delicious. my boyfriend got fajitas, while i carne asada but really wish i got the whole fish as I saw others order it & it looked delicious. wait wasnt very long, atmosphere was warm & colourful although definitely a little stuffy. cant wait to go back! super good & authentic food. meals were reasonably priced (burrito bowls at a fast food place cost the same or more)
Sep 27, 2025
on Google
5.0
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! ✨?🌷😎
Sep 19, 2025
on Google
5.0
Beautiful, no other words to describe the food. The service was fast, the people were extremely friendly. Looking for home cooking that your abuela used to make, here's your spot. If I could put 10 out of 10 I would, this place it amazing.
Sep 13, 2025
on Google
5.0
El Meson est un très bon restaurant mexicain. La bouffe y est excellente & les personnes qui y travaillent très serviables & agréables. Mention spéciale au chef en cuisine, un vrai mexicain qui aime partager son amour de la cuisine !
Sep 6, 2025
on Google
5.0
Food was delicious & a fun twist of authentic mexican food. Beautifully decorated, cozy & colourful.
Sep 1, 2025
on Google
5.0
It is a hot day. We came in for drink & food. Ordered taco roll & fajitas. The avocado sauce is wonderful! Lemonades are cold! The extra bread/pita is hot & tasty. Surprise!
Sep 1, 2025
on Google
5.0
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.
Aug 22, 2025
on Google
5.0
À Lachine, dans la proche banlieue de Montréal, un lieu à part: le restaurant mexicain El Meson offre une petite salle riche en couleurs & une belle terrasse.
Plats aux saveurs raffinées, en particulier les poissons. Superbe dorade cuite à la vapeur dans une feuille de bananier. Excellent guacamole en entrée. Service sympathique & chaleureux.
Aug 16, 2025
on Google
5.0
Wow! Quel beau moment. Une énorme merci à Alexandra qui nous a bien guidé. Les entrées sont généreuse, salade de cactus & ceviche. Le plats principal aux fruits de mer était excellent ainsi que les mocktails. À refaire, un beau premier RDV!
Aug 16, 2025
on Google
5.0
Food & drinks were delicious! The mole was so flavorful. Will definitely be back again!
Aug 14, 2025
on Google
5.0
The food is always delicious & the service is wonderful
All with a perfect view
Aug 7, 2025
on Google
3.0
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.
Aug 4, 2025
on Google
5.0
C'est un bon endroit, bon repas & bon service à la clientèle. 100% recommandé.
Aug 4, 2025
on Google
5.0
Nouriture typique mexicaine exquise! Terasse donnant sur la rue & quelques tables extèrieure sous une immence vigne pour ceux qui n'aime pas être au soleil! On y retourneras bientôt c'est sut! 🌮🌮 J'aurais donné 6* pour le service si c'érait possible! 🙂
Aug 3, 2025
on Google