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Escondite

Downtown
4.6$$
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Escondite Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
MexicanLatin AmericanTacosGreat selection of cocktailsResto-Bar
Escondite Cerveceria de Barrio is a Mexican restaurant situated in downtown Montreal steps away from the Bell Center, that serves Mexican goodies and house crafted Tequila cocktails.

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Reviews for Escondite

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on Google4.5 (1300+)
*as of 2026-05-15
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Review Summary

Escondite is praised for flavorful Mexican food, especially its tacos, guacamole, and strong margaritas, with many reviews highlighting friendly service and a warm, vibrant atmosphere. The ambiance is described as cozy and lively, great for groups, casual dinners, or pre-show bites, though some nights can be busy and the noise level high or service slower. Value often comes up positively, while a few comments note small portions or higher prices for downtown dining. Overall, Escondite emerges as a dependable, convivial spot with well-crafted dishes, tasty drinks, and a welcoming staff that makes guests want to return.
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Excellent find, convenient for staying in downtown. Tacos were great, drinks well made & the service was really prompt & friendly.

May 15, 2026
on Google

The mango salad was a hit! We enjoyed the tacos (3 orders - Baja fish, cauliflower & pibil). The house Mexican Lager was great.

May 14, 2026
on Google

Very buzzing venue, staff very friendly, great tacos, we weren't too hungry, but the food was so tasty had more tacos. 👍🏻

Apr 29, 2026
on Google

Delicious authentic tacos & margaritas!!

Apr 22, 2026
on Google

Habituellement je vais à celui de Repentigny & j'ai toujours adoré mon expérience donc je me suis dit que j'allais essayer celui de Montréal (avant un spectacle au centre Bell).
J'ai malheureusement été déçue. J'ai pris exactement les mêmes plats qu'au resto de Repentigny, mais la nourriture était fade, froide, pas de sauce sur les tacos & ils goûtaient le brûlé. Pour le prix assez exorbitant, je suis restée sur ma faim.
Une partie du personnel ne parlait qu'anglais (ce qui ne me perturbe pas car je suis bilingue, sauf que ça pourrait déranger d'autres clients de ne pas se faire servir en français au Québec).
Je ne retournerai pas à cette succursale & je ne la recommande pas.

Apr 20, 2026
on Google

Tacos are the name of game here. It was very busy on my visit & the staff were doing their best. Some bright & delicious flavors to try.

Apr 17, 2026
on Google

Stellar taco & service !

Seriously that mole filling might have been the best thing I've ever eaten, in Montreal, with the beef+nopal a close second.

Amazing drinks as well, & really have to give props to the servers. Trilingual & very friendly !

Apr 4, 2026
on Google
5.0

In Montreal for a few days & I ate here twice, that's saying something.

I love the aesthetic--rustic & laidback, it reminds me of the restaurants in Mexico city. Authentic quality of the food-- I first ordered tacos for take away, & I went back the following day to try more items because they were good. It reminds me of Contramar (a popular restaurant in CDMX). If you want authentic Mexican food, then this is a must try. Lastly, the place can get busy, but the servers always approached me with a smile & I appreciate that.

I don't know when I'll visit Montreal again, but I'd love to eat here again.

Apr 3, 2026
on Google

C'est un restaurant que mon amie & moi retournons y manger pour leur Nacho 2.0. Si vous ne l'avez jamais goûté, ça vaut le détour. Mon amie & moi ne voulons jamais les partager. Le personnel y très accueillant & le service est impeccable. Leur sélections de tacos sont tous délicieux.

Mar 31, 2026
on Google

Great spot for delicious tacos. Margaritas were tasty & strong. Excellent value.

Mar 22, 2026
on Google

Très bon repas en famille. EXCELLENT service, rapide & toujours avec le sourire. Cocktails vraiment délicieux & que dire de la guacamole & les tacos. 👏

Mar 21, 2026
on Google

Très bon tacos mais impossible de payer en argent...

Mar 15, 2026
on Google

Charming spot for delicious tacos & margaritas!

Mar 12, 2026
on Google

Petit resto sympathique & coloré , service rapide

Les tacos étaient excellents, c'était parfait avant notre spectacle

Feb 14, 2026
on Google

Très bien comme endroit, nous avons adoré les tacos au poulet, la guacamole & nos autres plats. L'ambiance était bien & le service impécable. Notre serveuse était très gentil & tout c'est fait rapidement.
J'y retournerai sans doute

Feb 11, 2026
on Google

Super cozy & nice space where to host a 5 a 7 or a dinner. They have non alcoholic drinks, but also vegetarian options for the tacos.

Jan 31, 2026
on Google

EXCELLENT TACOS, service amicale, ambiance chaleureuse

Jan 31, 2026
on Google
5.0

Avons adoré ! Tellement que nous y sommes retournés le lendemain.un grand choix de plats & tacos tous meilleurs les uns que les autres.
Mieux vaut réserver car cet endroit est très prisé des Montréalais.
Le personnel est d'une gentillesse incroyable,
attentionné, serviable. Si on revient à Montréal, sûr qu'on y retourne.
Merci à toute l'équipe

Jan 27, 2026
on Google

Always great food & drinks. Highly recommend the spicy mango salad or guac as a starter. The Alambre tacos with the creamy salsa verde are delicious!

Jan 2, 2026
on Google
3.0

A bit pricy & small portion but delicious tacos. One of our order came out late because the server forgot to put it. A bit loud music & seemed to busy to ask staff for services on fridays.

Dec 31, 2025
on Google