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El Meson

Lachine
4.6$ & $$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 12 pm
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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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*as of 2026-04-02
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Review Summary

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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Nick
5.0

Nice place with a little terrace.

Aug 18, 2024
on Google
Alejandra
5.0

10/10

Aug 17, 2024
on Google
Michel
5.0

Authentic Latin dishes excellent service & great margaritas.

Aug 5, 2024
on Google
Gabrielle
5.0

Nous avons été très très bien servis lors de notre passage. La nourriture y était également très bonne. L'ambiance du resto est très chaleureuse. Je recommande fortement si vous désirez manger mexicain.

Aug 3, 2024
on Google
Jasmine
4.0

The decor & atmosphere is very Mexican making for a delightful dining experience. The staff were friendly & attentive, adding to the overall positive experience. However, the food was a bit of a letdown. The soups were okay but the main dish, unfortunately, was overly salty, which overshadowed any other flavors that might have been present. The mussels were overcooked, making them tough & less enjoyable. Overall a nice experience.

Aug 2, 2024
on Google
Foodie-10303
1 Review
4.0

Excellent food quality & value. Great experience over all. One recommendation though! Convert the men's & ladies toilets into one. Current condition is not up to standards since current hygiene law permits a single toilet space for both genders.

Aug 2, 2024
May
4.0

Rustic resto with a honey vibe. We went on a super hot day & sat on their shaded terrace but could have benefited from the breeze if they didn't have long plexi lined across the terrace rail. Food is a very good portion, we ordered the fajitas which my partner likes a lot. I ordered the carne asada & the steak lacked so much flavour. Everything else on the plate though tasted so good. They are also generous with their cocktail in terms of alcohol put in. They are understaffed yet managed to get the food to us in record time. If it wasn't for the under seasoned steak I would have given 5/5.

Jul 28, 2024
on Google
Dalmira
5.0

Delicious food & good price. The waiters are very nice

Jul 24, 2024
on Google
Jean-Francois
5.0

Belle place pour un souper de famille avec mes ados.

Jul 20, 2024
on Google
Myriam
5.0

It'ss small place but oh! So so delicious! Authentic Mexican like you never had in montreal. The place is super busy & they find the time to serve you with a great smile! Icing on the cake or the enchilada, if you will. Perfect 10!

Jul 20, 2024
on Google
Elana
5.0

Good food & atmosphere

Jul 20, 2024
on Google
Alfredo
5.0

Great food will recomend

Jul 16, 2024
on Google
Albert
5.0

Un beau & bon restaurant que je fréquente toutes les semaines.la cuisine mexicaine est variée & le personnel est charmant

Jul 15, 2024
on Google
Valentina
5.0

Nice environment, friendly staff. Good food & amazing daiquiri 😊

Jul 13, 2024
on Google
Anahita
5.0

Everything was perfect!

Jul 10, 2024
on Google
Mohammadreza
5.0

Best Mexican food I've ever had!!!

Jul 10, 2024
on Google
JH
5.0

Excellente service la nourriture excellent sauf les prix trop eleves

Jul 6, 2024
on Google
Jay
5.0

We were looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant while a quaint atmosphere. We got exactly that!! So good!! We were 2 couples & ironically we each ordered the same two dishes., Chicken Tacos & the Carne Asada (?)- Steak & Cactis! The Steak & Catcus I had no choice as a friend had said" You have To Try It!" & no regrets, the Steak was cooked perfectly, medium rare & the cactus & sauce was delicious. The meal was deceiving large, I managed to eat it all! The tacos were not severed how you know the/open face if you will but rather came closed on top, the ladies loved them! We had several drinks with the meal, Margaritas & a tequila Sunrise, these too were excellent! We even managed to share some dessert, a three milk cake & a flan & once again, no regrets! The staff were super attentive & per couple were in for under $100 before tip! The restaurant is a converted house, which adds to the charm, it is cozy but not intimate. If you decide to go, make a reservation to avoid disappointment as there are not that many gables available. Cheers

Jul 4, 2024
on Google
Martin
3.0

Service & atmosphere was good, but I found the food to not be the best. Stale tortilla chips & super chewy pieces of meat (I had fajitas with beef).

Jun 30, 2024
on Google
Adam
5.0

Santiago, Arturo & Eli were 3 amazing servers. Definitely the best place to have dinner!!!

Jun 28, 2024
on Google