Escondite emerges in reviews as a vibrant Mexican spot with a strong atmosphere and a welcoming, lively vibe that makes it popular for groups and celebrations. The service is frequently described as friendly, attentive, and efficient, though experiences can vary during busy periods. Food quality is praised for flavor and variety by many diners, with standout items including guacamole, mango salad, fish and birria tacos, and a range of churros and cocktails; however several comments call portions very small, tapas-like, and pricey for the amount delivered. Some guests feel the flavors are not as authentic or bold as expected, noting bland or underseasoned dishes and a lack of accompanying sides in certain orders. Many reviewers view the Experience menu or tasting flights as a good way to sample different dishes, though value remains inconsistent and some leave wishing for larger servings or better balance between price and portion. In essence, Escondite is seen as an attractive, well-run venue with generally positive food and top-tier service, yet both price and portion size can dampen the experience for those arriving hungry or on a tight budget.
The reviews were so positive, especially about the service, I thought they were by paid actors. Im happy to confirm that they are all true. Service was excellent. We realised that Pedro is an OG from the Union location. He really took care of us. I highly recommend the'experience' option. At 40$pp it's one of the best values right now. It lets you try a bit of everything & we loved each dish. For me some of the fusion options were real surprises (gyoza, general Chapo wingd, korean tacos). Drinks were a bit on the light side but were tasty. Pedro also explained that they will be opening a terrace in the summer so we're looking forward to that. We are lucky to have a bunch of great Mexican options in Brossard but you need to try this place out, especially if you are a fan of the downtown locations.
Nous y avons célébré mon anniversaire (& la st-valentin) & honnêtement je n'ai que de bons commentaires. C'était notre première visite, & dès notre arrivée nous avons été reçu avec un grand sourire. Que dire de la nourriture, vraiment délicieux!!! Notre serveuse était vraiment très gentille & professionnelle. Une belle ambiance, les lieux sont propres & bien décorés. & pour conclure cette belle soirée, on m'a offert le dessert puisque c'était mon anniversaire! Une belle attention qui fut très appréciée ❤? Une belle équipe, je recommande vivement!
Feb 14, 2026
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I will aim to be as objective as possible. The food is flavorful, the service is excellent, & the ambiance is very pleasant. However, I do question the portion sizes relative to the pricing. The presentation & portions resemble children's meals, yet the prices are quite high.
I ordered the Pollo Hermanos tacos-two small tacos priced at $12.95. Each taco contained a single strip of chicken with a small amount of salad & no sauce. Given the simplicity & portion size, the price feels disproportionate to the actual cost & value of the dish.
Overall, the restaurant appears to charge a premium without providing corresponding portion sizes or presentation. To justify these prices, larger servings or more thoughtfully composed plates would be expected. I would not recommend this place to anyone who is very hungry, as you may leave unsatisfied & having spent considerably more than anticipated.
Love the Escondite downtown & had to try this location. The service was great & food came very quickly. Would definitely recommend the mango salad & the churros.
On a adoré notre visite! L'ambiance du resto est chaleureuse & authentique, parfaite pour une soirée entre amis. Les tacos étaient vraiment délicieux - pleins de saveurs, bien garnis, & super frais. On sent que les ingrédients sont de qualité.
Le service était excellent : notre serveur était souriant, attentionné & super sympathique, ce qui a rendu l'expérience encore meilleure.
Franchement, c'est un endroit que je recommande à 100%. On va clairement y retourner!
La nourriture était absolument incroyable, je recommande absolument le Mr. Mole & les birrias! Les churros étaient aussi une addition parfaite. La musique était parfaite & le décor est mignon!! Parfait pour tous les âges vraiment. Merci au gentil Aldo pour son service exceptionnel & la rapidité!! 10/10
Extrêmement satisfait!!! La bouffe était incroyable & Amira notre serveuse était super gentille & a donné un excellent service!!! 🙌🏼🤩 Je recommande fortement!!
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J'ai pris la peine de préciser à la serveuse que je voulais qu'elle me recommande un choix très doux, pas piquant parce que je n'aime pas ça. Elle m'a conseillé les tacos de morue qui a été servi avec une mayonnaise très épicée. Je lui en ai fait la remarque pour me faire dire : ah oui? Mais pour moi ce n'est pas épicé, désolée...
