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.
Feedback on Escondite highlights a lively, cozy atmosphere with colorful decor, flavorful dishes and creative drinks, and attentive service that many describe as friendly and efficient. Tacos, guacamole, and other Mexican staples are frequently praised, with favorites like alambre tacos and birria mentioned, and drinks such as spicy margaritas getting strong praise. While the majority of reviews are positive, some notes point to small portions and higher prices for Montreal, and a few busy nights bring slower service or late dishes. Some guests enjoy the tasting or experience menu, though it can lead to confusion about portions, and the space is seen as a good spot for groups, pre event meals, or casual outings. Overall Escondite is seen as a reliable pick for tasty food, great drinks, and a lively ambiance, with many saying they would return.
Tried mojito special version, with pineapple & chili, really good. Mango salad, mango & cucumber, simple setups taste fresh Stake taco, perfect seasoning, sweet & chili, just to my liking Tuna tostada, surprising flavor, good! Overall it was really good but a little bit overpriced
My husband & I came here on the weekend. The waitresses were very friendly. We enjoyed the mojitos - the pineapple was a nice touch! We really liked the chips & guac, camarones y queso, & coliflor tacos. The upper floor had a nice vibe from the artwork on the walls to the upbeat latin american music. Highly recommend, & will definitely go again!
Overall a great bang for buck. The tacos were amazing & the drinks were delicious. The service was great & our server gave us some great must visit spots in Montreal. The music was 2000 raggaeton which is what my friends & I love.
May 5, 2024
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Do the dinner "experience" & get drinks. Food was to die for & service was equally incredible-& I'm picky! Steak taco, cornbread, mango salad, chicken wings, nacho gyoza all top tier. Very cute vibe too.
Went for lunch . This Mexican restaurant serves high end Mexican food. I had 2 shrimps tacos. Portions are small but it was the best tacos I have ever had. My friend had pomegranate nachos, she gave it & 11 out of 10 . I would go back in a heartbeat. I had homemade key lime pie for dessert. So good. & a margarita.
Très bonne petite découverte ! Nous voulions passer un petit moment sympa non loin de notre hôtel & nous avons été conquis. Nous avons pu réserver rapidement via internet. Nous avons été bien accueilli une fois sur place. Carte un peu sous forme de tapas, & tacos a partager. Tout était excellent, un vrai sans faute. Nous recommandons vivement cette adresse
Small portions of decent but overpriced food. Decent to good drinks. It's not your place to go with big crowds. Go there if you want to share a drink with a date & have some snack-sized tacos between sips. This place breaks the golden taco rule: it serves two tacos instead of three.
Nice staff & cool place with great tacos, 2 tacos for about $12 , super tasty & good size menu with something for everyone, not to mention really nice drinks. Staff were friendly, good & food & drinks delivered super quick, will be back! 😀 🌮
This was our second time eating at an Escondite, but our first time at this location. Had a delicious meal & loved every bit of it! We tried the gyoza nachos & we only wish there was more of it in the serving. For tacos we tried the Korean steak, fried chicken, al pastor, & baja fish. All were great but my fave was the Baja fish & my partners favourite was the Korean steak. Definitely recommend making a reservation as this place filled up quick on a Saturday night.
Tried two different tacos, General Chapo, & Tinga. I enjoyed all the dishes we tried, with a special preference for the tacos. I would rank them as follows: first, tacos; then General Chapo; & finally, Tinga. However, the chairs & tables in the middle were too close together. When I got up, I accidentally bumped into someone, & my friend got hit by someone's hair. Overall, I really liked the atmosphere, & the staff members were nice & professional.
