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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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*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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Bruno
5.0

Je suis allé le midi chez El Meson, en semaine. Pas d'attente, service impeccable, plat copieux. Une très bonne expérience.

Jun 21, 2024
on Google
Alireza
5.0

Cozy & warm

Jun 21, 2024
on Google
Santiago
5.0

We first came here over a year ago, second time around, the food was as good & the signature margarita still AMAZING! We had the ceviche that we didn't have the first time & the filete al mojo de ajo, both were very tasty. Shout out to all the waiters who were working hard, we were served very well. We'd come back anytime!

Jun 18, 2024
on Google
Alexe
5.0

Adam is a distinguished gentle man. The food was delicious. I am satisfied.

Jun 16, 2024
on Google
Arturo
5.0

Adam guy was amazing

Jun 16, 2024
on Google
Stéphane
5.0

Les meilleurs point finnnal 🔥👍👑

Jun 14, 2024
on Google
Leonardo
4.0

Very good place to go in Lachine... no so big but with a great atmosphere... Good Mexican food

Jun 13, 2024
on Google
Niri
5.0

Nice 30 year old Restaurant in residential area. Amazing food, & good service.

Jun 12, 2024
on Google
Dav
4.0

staff is friendly & the food was pretty good as well The place is very small but it has a lot of decorations

Jun 8, 2024
on Google
Rebecca
5.0

Aller faire un tour au El Meson, vous ne serez pas déçu. Les plats sont savoureux, la sauce piquante est excellente, la terrasse avec la vue donne l'impression d'être en vacances & le service était impeccable. En plus, les plats sont vraiment très abordables. Je recommande sans hésitation.

Jun 2, 2024
on Google
Sami
2.0

Other than the ambiance... i don't understand how this place has more than 3 stars... Terrible terrible , never again.

Jun 2, 2024
on Google
Eric
5.0

Amazing fish & seafood dishes. Not your typical Mexican restaurant, very authentic & original selections with fair prices, perfectly sized portions in a great location.

Jun 2, 2024
on Google
Nancy
4.0

Toujours bien goûteux, des assiettes qui nous font voyage

May 31, 2024
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Allan
5.0

This is a beautifully located Mexican restaurant in Lachine near the water. The food is delicious & the service is prompt & courteous. It doesn't get much better than El Meson!

May 26, 2024
on Google
RODIN
5.0

Personnel charmants, lieu très joli & nourriture très bonne !!!

May 20, 2024
on Google
Chaton
5.0

10/10 Délicieux & très agréable, cuisine mexicaine! Bravo 👏 je vous remercie!

May 19, 2024
on Google
Debbie
5.0

I've dined in & had food delivered, either way just amazing freshly made authentic Mexican food, love it

May 18, 2024
on Google
Che
5.0

Loved loved loved our dine-in experience at El Meson. It was recommended by my brother & he did not disappoint. The food was delicious & authentic. The drinks were refreshing. Everything tasted amazing from soup to main meals to drinks. Oh, & the servings were generous! I also appreciated that they weren't big on the rice, but more on the proteins & veggies. Would go back!

May 17, 2024
on Google
Bruno
5.0

Wow! Very impressed. we did not think that you could get such a good quality of Mexican food in Lachine. We will definitely come back!

May 16, 2024
on Google
Lilly
5.0

We're always rotating back here ... this place pulls us in like a magnet! 🧲

May 15, 2024
on Google