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El Rey del Taco (LE ROI DU TACO)
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El Rey del Taco (LE ROI DU TACO)

Little-Italy
4.2$
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El Rey del Taco (LE ROI DU TACO) Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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If you want to enjoy authentic Mexican food, you're at the right place.

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Reviews for El Rey del Taco (LE ROI DU TACO)

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on Google4.2 (3800+)
*as of 2026-02-15
5★
60%
4★
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Review Summary

El Rey del Taco is widely described as an authentic Mexican spot with a warm, lively vibe near Jean Talon Market, where many reviews praise fresh, homemade touches such as chips, tortillas, salsas and guacamole, and flavors that feel true to Mexico in dishes like chilaquiles verdes, al pastor, burritos and tacos. The menu is large, with a store section and ready-to-go options that many diners appreciate for variety and convenience, and prices are often considered good value given the quality, though a few comments note small portions or occasional price quirks. Service is repeatedly described as friendly, attentive and efficient, creating a comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere. While most experiences are positive, there are a few critiques including occasional temperature or flavor inconsistencies, and one notably negative incident involving a dental injury and disputed handling by staff. Overall, El Rey del Taco emerges as a reliable, recommended choice for Mexican cuisine with strong toppings, fresh ingredients and a hospitable welcome, inviting repeat visits for favorites like tacos and guacamole.
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5.0

Best Mexican food in town!

Jul 17, 2024
on Google

Saveurs traditionnelles mexicaines, toujours délicieuses, je n'aime pas le piquant mais c'était agréable à manger. J'ai été surprise par le menu enfant, en très bonne portion & pas du tout épicé pour les enfants. Le poulet était doux, juteux & délicieux.

Jul 15, 2024
on Google
4.0

Authentic Mexican food.

Jul 9, 2024
on Google
4.0

El rey del Taco was consistently reliable source for good quality cotija cheese. Sadly, this is no longer, & they replaced the good cotija with the rumba product which is more like Monterey jack than cotija. Please bring back the good cotija.

Jul 8, 2024
on Google

Tacos are too small, not filled enough. No fork for my rice in my take out bag 🙁

Jul 5, 2024
on Google

Best mexican food I have ever eaten I hope you visit the restaurant choke & die

Jul 4, 2024
on Google

Great real Mexican food, love their ceviche mixta, lots of homemade soups, large menu & helpings,

Jul 4, 2024
on Google
5.0

Delicious 😋

Jul 4, 2024
on Google

I really like this restaurant. Food tastes authentic, & the price is fair. The staff are polite, I've been always well served, but I wonder why they never smile.

Jul 3, 2024
on Google

C'était délicieux! J'ai adoré mon expérience. La nourriture était parfaite. J'adore ce restaurant.

Jul 1, 2024
on Google

J'adore l'ambiance & les plats sont extraordinaires

Jul 1, 2024
on Google
5.0

Gracias por hacernos sentir como en casa. Excelente servicio y mejor atención!! 😉

Jul 1, 2024
on Google
5.0

Excellente food & service! Merci!

Jun 30, 2024
on Google

Nous sommes venu manger avec ma famille & nous avons tous très apprécié nos repas. Plus que excellent!

Jun 30, 2024
on Google
4.0

Good place for a quick meal.

Jun 30, 2024
on Google

Very good eatery, the fajitas were delicious. The staff was very friendly, spoke English, French & Spanish (of course 🙂). We sat outside, which is a lovely spot to watch the world go by. I will definitely be returning...estaba delicioso!

Jun 29, 2024
on Google

Nourriture excellente & constante, mais grosse augmentation des prix, mais ils n offrent plus les tortillas & sauce à l arrivée , ce qui était sympa & peu couteux pour eux. Les assiettes sont un peu moins copieuses, mais si ça n avait été que cela, l expérience aurait été malgré tout agreable. Le contexte économique n épargne aucun commerçant. Là où j ai grincé des dents, c est lors du paiement de la facture... Le principe de carte de fidélisation est agréable. Le leur est sans ambiguïté : à l achat de 10 repas au choix, le 11 eme est gratuit. Nous étions 4 pour mon anniversaire. Pour simplifier le paiement, la place étant fort achalandé nous avons demandé une seule facture . La facture s élevait à 105$ 125$ avec le pourboire. 4 plats principaux, 1 pichet de jus & 3 churros. Le prix des plats variait entre 16 & 24 dollars. Je n ai eu le droit qu' a une seule étampe, malgré le nombre de plats commandé. J ai demandé si la facture avait été divisée en 4 , combien d étampes auraient été obtenues. On m a répondu 4. En conclusion, ce n est pas le service & l ambiance moyenne ou la diminution du produit obtenu, malgré une hausse notable des prix, mais bien le programme de fidélisation (dans ce cas defidélisation, qui m a laissé un goût amer & même si pour moi el Rey Del taco était le choix évident pour un plats mexicain savoureux, je n ai plus tellement le goût d y retourner ou de le référer chaudement à mes connaissances.

Jun 29, 2024
on Google

Amazing & authentic Mexican restaurant! Staff was friendly if a bit slow, but the place was nicely decorated with some of the brst Mexican food I've had outside of Mexico! Amazing horchata & quac, I would recommend both, & the choriqueso for sure. If you like it or want to try something new, the beef tongue tacos are great as well.

Jun 26, 2024
on Google
3.0

Birria Tacos tasted Mediocre. I'd mainly go back for their Churros.

Jun 26, 2024
on Google

El Rey del taco is my favourite Mexican restaurant in Montreal!! It's everything you want- authentic, delicious, affordable, & has a great ambiance. I believe there's even a terrace at the back in the summer. The food we had (fish tacos & meat nachos) was amazingly fresh & served quickly. Yummy drinks as well. Will be back asap!!

Jun 25, 2024
on Google