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Escondite

Verdun
4.5$$
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Escondite Verdun, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
MexicanLatin AmericanTacosBrunchResto-Bar
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About

Escondite delivers a robust menu centered on modern street food inspired by diverse Latin American culinary traditions. The establishment specializes in a wide array of tacos featuring meticulously marinated meats, fresh salsas, and unique toppings served on house-made tortillas. Diners choose from various protein options ranging from crispy fish to slow-cooked pork, complemented by vibrant vegetable sides and house-crafted sauces. The atmosphere centers on high-energy interactions and a focus on bold, punchy flavors that define the contemporary taco experience. Signature elements include creative flavor pairings that elevate traditional recipes into distinct, handheld preparations. Each dish emphasizes textural contrasts and high-quality ingredients, maintaining a consistent focus on the balance between savory elements and bright, acidic accents. This approach ensures a sharp, focused culinary experience that highlights the versatility of authentic Latin flavors.
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Reviews for Escondite

Food
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on Google4.5 (700+)
*as of 2026-07-01
5★
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Review Summary

Escondite generally earns praise for its vibrant atmosphere, creative decor, and flavorful menu, with many diners highlighting the tacos, cocktails, and brunch options as standout experiences. While the tasting menu is frequently recommended as a way to enjoy a variety of high-quality dishes, opinions on value are polarized due to concerns over small portion sizes and the total cost. Service quality appears to be inconsistent across visits, with many guests reporting friendly and attentive care, while others note instances of slow service, errors, or a lack of professionalism that detract from the otherwise festive environment.
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Première fois à ce restaurant. Excellent endroit. Nourriture bien. Ambiance bien. Service impeccable. Je le recommande. Nous avons passée une excellente soirée.

Jul 1, 2026
on Google

There was one waitress & the place was completely empty including the patio. They used this excuse to not allow us to sit on the patio ? I guess they're doing fine without our business

Jun 27, 2026
on Google

Belle surprise! Les plats étaient impeccablement délicieux

Jun 20, 2026
on Google
5.0

My God, the best fish tacos I've ever had in my life! So fresh, it's almost as though they fished them out of baja Verdun this morning!

One of the only places in the world where they serve a proper Margarita using Cazadores Tequila...

Jun 11, 2026
on Google

Nice ambiance, nice staff

Jun 9, 2026
on Google

Charles our waiter was very informative & friendly. Service was fast. We had the experience which was a little of everything. The atmosphere was authentic. Try something new was worth it.

Jun 7, 2026
on Google

Super service!
Nourriture excellente, nous allons y retourner sans hésitation!

May 30, 2026
on Google

Ate at this location before so was aware of the portion size & price. Went for a birthday dinner, waitress could not understand when I ordered a Sol, only to eventually tell me they didn't have any. Appetizers were fine, just extremely small. Fish tacos which I've had before were so spicy I could not get through even 2 of them. When I explained to the waitress she argued with me telling me she had them earlier & they were fine & told me I must have had them at a different location (which was not correct). After this the waitress refused to return to the table & sent someone else to collect the plates. After explaining once again. They eventually took the tacos off the bill. When handed the debit machine to pay, waitress watched over my shoulder as soon as tip option appeared. Would never return to this restaurant.

May 24, 2026
on Google

Souper de fête des mères avec 4 mamans & grands-mamans, & 2 fistons. Assez calme pour un soir de hockey. Malheureusement c'était trop frais pour la terrasse. Mojito & bière lager Escondite excellents. Par contre les plats sont trop petits, avec seulement 2 minis tacos sans accompagnement. Les tacos au bo6et à l'agneau dont délicieux. C'est certainement bien pour le midi, mais il faudrait peut-être élaborer un menu du soir avec des plats plus soutenants. Excellente expérience malgré tout. Donc commandez en double.

May 16, 2026
on Google

C'est rare que je fais des mauvais reviews mais malheureusement je dois de prévenir les gens du mauvais service (inexistant, erreurs à répétition) & des portions complètement ridicule.

Nous avons commandé deux plats & un mojito - résultat: 90$. Je me sentais mal pour celui qui semblait être le propriétaire ou le gérant qui était gêné du service offert par les autres employés.

C'est dommage car il y avait une bonne ambiance sur place & l'endroit est beau.

J'ai aussi remarqué qu'on m'avait charger un plat que nous avions pas commandé - ayant déjà payé, ils m'ont remboursé celui-ci mais sans déduire le pourboire pour celui-ci que j'avais laissé.

Le commerce de la restauration n'est vraiment pas facile, je suis empathique à ce type d'établissement mais malheureusement je ne recommande vraiment vraiment pas.

May 15, 2026
on Google