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Escondite

Downtown
4.6$$
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Escondite Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Escondite delivers a vibrant exploration of Mexican street food culture characterized by a bold selection of artisanal tacos and curated agave spirits. The menu emphasizes complex flavor profiles, featuring slow-cooked proteins, house-made salsas, and fresh corn tortillas that define the kitchen's technical focus. Creative toppings like pickled onions, vibrant cilantro, and smoky chipotle crema provide balanced textures across every serving. The interior aesthetic prioritizes a high-energy atmosphere, utilizing industrial textures and neon accents to complement the fast-paced culinary environment. Patrons encounter a specialized selection of tequila and mezcal varieties designed to enhance the spice-forward profile of the regional dishes. This establishment maintains a rigorous commitment to consistent preparation standards, ensuring that every plate adheres to a modern interpretation of traditional Latin American culinary craftsmanship.

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4.6424 ratings
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72%
4★
17%
3★
7%
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Reviews for Escondite

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on Google4.5 (1400+)
*as of 2026-07-01
4.6424 ratings
5★
72%
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17%
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7%
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Review Summary

Escondite is widely celebrated for its lively atmosphere, authentic decor, and consistently delicious Mexican-inspired dishes, with many diners highlighting the tacos, guacamole, and mango salad as standouts. While some guests find the portions small or the pricing on the higher side, the creative cocktail menu, particularly the margaritas and mezcalitas, receives frequent praise. The service is often described as warm, efficient, and professional, making it a popular destination for groups, pre-show dining near the Bell Centre, and casual outings, though experiences can occasionally vary regarding seating wait times or communication in French.
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Bao
4.0

Tacos ( Mole) good taste & good amountof meat, dessert ( key lime) was good. I ordered the chicken wing, it was barely warm. Waitresses was smiling all the time & happy to assist.

Jul 8, 2026
on Google
Armando
5.0

We enjoyed our meal & appetizers & sat in a nice courtyard in back. Nice service with a lovely serve

Jul 7, 2026
on Google
Maryse
5.0

WoW ! Quel beau lunch à la mexicaine avec Amélie notre serveuse ! Si vous êtes dans le coin cela vaut le détour !

Jul 7, 2026
on Google
Karine
4.0

Belle ambiance, bon service. Toujours agréable de partager la salade à la mangue & la guacamole qui sont très bons & choix variés de tapas.
2 drinks, tapas morues & poulet frit, payé moitié des entrées à deux, 100$ taxes & tips

Jul 7, 2026
on Google
Caroline
5.0

Nous avons passé un très bon moment, le personnel est très gentil ,accueillant & nous guide très bien pour le menu ,tout était excellent !

Jul 6, 2026
on Google
Peter
5.0

This was our first time at the restaurant. I have to say that the night was awesome. We had a perfect night to enjoy the terrace. Service was spot on. Food delicious & drinks were great. Will definitely be coming back

Jul 4, 2026
on Google
Maria
5.0

La nourriture était délicieuse! Nous sommes des clients réguliers, mais cette fois-ci, j'ai même demandé s'il y avait eu un changement de chef tellement la différence était remarquable. Effectivement, il y a un nouveau chef, & ça paraît! Les saveurs, la présentation & la qualité étaient vraiment au rendez-vous. Bravo pour ces changements, c'est une belle amélioration!

El taco de steak koreano y nopal 10/10🌮🇲🇽

Jul 3, 2026
on Google
Beto
1.0

Dogs are not permitted on their terrace outside…

Jun 30, 2026
on Google
Waven
5.0

We went to Escondite for the first time yesterday with my family. The restaurant was very lively with good atmosphere.
Big thumbs up for the beef tacos, & the grapefruit cocktail. Our waitress was ever so kind & took the time to guide us through the menu

Jun 28, 2026
on Google
Fondation
5.0

Tout était bien exécuté. Serveuse très gentille, mais un de mes amis n'a pas été servi, il a fallu lui dire. Si non tout impeccable :)

Jun 28, 2026
on Google
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