Escondite delivers a vibrant fusion of Mexican-inspired street food characterized by bold flavors and modern culinary techniques. The menu centers on an extensive selection of artisanal tacos featuring creative toppings, marinated proteins, and fresh house-made salsas. Beyond the taco offerings, the kitchen prepares various Latin American dishes including zesty salads, corn-based appetizers, and flavorful shareable plates designed for social interaction. The physical environment features a distinctive aesthetic defined by neon accents, eclectic wall art, and an upbeat atmosphere that maintains a consistent energy. A robust beverage program complements the food, specializing in agave-based spirits and signature craft cocktails that highlight traditional botanical infusions. This establishment emphasizes a dynamic approach to casual dining, prioritizing intense seasonings and high-quality ingredients sourced to provide a contemporary interpretation of regional staples within an approachable setting.
Escondite receives high praise for its flavorful Mexican dishes, vibrant atmosphere, and creative decor, with many diners highlighting the tacos and margaritas as standout items. While several guests report exceptional, attentive service that makes for a memorable experience, others express frustration regarding inconsistent service quality, issues with billing clarity, or small portion sizes relative to the price. Although the majority of visitors recommend the restaurant as a fun destination for a night out or a special occasion, some note concerns about cleanliness, music volume, and the lack of flexibility in menu customization.
Fantastic food- truly great stuff. First review I have written before leaving a restaurant. Had the Mexican General Tao & Quesadillas. Others who drank said Margaritas were excellent.
Apr 26, 2026
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Première visite au restaurant Escondite de Laval pour l'anniversaire de ma fille.
La nourriture était excellente & l'ambiance très agréable, ce qui rend la situation encore plus regrettable.
Comme nous ne connaissions pas le menu, la serveuse nous a expliqué les choix & nous a recommandé le menu « Expérience Escondite pour partager » à 45 $. Avant d'accepter, nous lui avons demandé clairement si ce repas était suffisant pour deux personnes, & elle nous a répondu que oui.
Nous avons donc pris cette décision en nous fiant à cette recommandation & à cette confirmation.
Toutefois, au moment de recevoir l'addition, deux menus à 45 $ chacun ont été facturés. J'ai mentionné la situation sur place, mais aucune correction n'a été possible.
Afin de ne pas gâcher l'anniversaire de ma fille, j'ai payé l'addition, mais cette situation a été frustrante.
Suite à un échange avec la direction, le propriétaire a admis que le menu « à partager » est trompeur & qu'il y a eu un manque de clarté de la part de la serveuse.
Malgré cela, aucun remboursement n'a été accordé, seulement une invitation à revenir, que j'ai déclinée.
Une erreur reconnue devrait être corrigée immédiatement, pas reportée à une prochaine visite.
Expérience très décevante.
L'ambiance est très bonne, j'ai essayé différents tacos, c'est bon. Le service était un peu long & manque de générosité dans les plats pour le prix des tacos. Je le recommande
Update Feb 27, 2026
Another impromptu date night, & a great success. We decided to go out pretty late in the evening, so made the reservation on the Google page for 8:30p.m.
Upon arrival, seated quickly, & this time we asked to be further away from the entrance, which was perfect.
Food was delicious as always, chapifleur was amazing 👏🏻 🤩
& our server was such a delight 😊.
Thank you Meggie! We really enjoyed our night & you were attentive enough without being annoying. Highly recommend this location, loved our visit! 🥰🥰
OLDER REVIEW FROM 2024
We chose Escondite for our date as we have come here before & we really enjoyed the food.
The service was a little slow & our waitress seemed uninterested, but to be fair the restaurant was full. So no problem with lack of attention.
I found it weird that the tables were super sticky, & it kinda grossed me out, so i avoided putting my hands or arms on it, or my utensils. Maybe something to look into?
The staff seemed to have some issues going on, & while I didn't hear what specifically, but it was clear that they were not happy with each other. The hostess seemed stressed the entire time we were there. 🤷🏻?♀?
Being on a romantic date, but seated right in front of the main entrance, & in the middle of the full restaurant already kind of put a dent in my mood, but to watch stressed people around me was just unpleasant.
The food was excellent as usual, with the exception of the Jamaican ceviche, it just doesnt work together in my opinion. The rest was excellent as always!
Overall, we still enjoyed our evening & would be back in a heartbeat...... maybe just not on a busy friday night though! 😂
We came here expecting a Mexican restaurant, but it felt more like a bar than anything else. The food was very overpriced for the portion sizes, which were surprisingly small. Unfortunately, nothing we tried felt authentic or truly Mexican ( I'm am Mexican & this was disappointing) atmosphere is good nice decoration but nothing else …
