Escondite Cerveceria de Barrio is a Mexican restaurant situated in downtown Montreal steps away from le Quartier des Spectacles, that serves Mexican goodies and house crafted Tequila cocktails.
Reviews consistently celebrate Escondite for bold, fresh Mexican fusion with a wide range of tacos and tapas, creative dishes, and a vibrant, warm atmosphere; the service is frequently praised as friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, with staff recommendations and accommodating bartenders, though a few notes mention slower pacing during busy times or minor missteps; cocktails and non alcoholic options are loved, with standout margaritas and bright flavors; many diners consider the prices reasonable for the quality, though some find certain items a bit pricey or portions on the smaller side; the experience, including the tasting menu and bar seating, is described as memorable and worth returning to, making Escondite a top choice in downtown Montreal.
We had a wonderful experience at Escondite! Our server whose name is escaping me (I'm sorry! Tall, female, long brown hair, glasses) was so friendly & attentive. There was a nut allergy at our table & she went above & beyond to ensure our meals arrived sans nuts, even double checking with the kitchen to ensure. The food & drinks were delicious. Everything was extremely fresh & the flavor profiles were on point. We also greatly appreciated the atmosphere (especially the volume in the restaurant) so we could enjoy the meal & each other's company in its entirety. Unfortunately, the phone did not eat first!! But we'd definitely return.
Feb 1, 2025
on Google
🍽️
Know where to eat in Montreal before everyone else.
Get the first look at the hottest openings, secret menus, and RestoMontreal.ca's weekly top picks. Join 50,000+ foodies.
To start with, the drinks were phenomenal - Darlene is a master bartender & our specialty margaritas were so well balanced & tasty - truly some of the best margaritas we've ever had. Then we decided to be adventurous & try the tasting menu as the price was unbeatable. Every single course was delicious & we were so full but the food kept on coming. Really the perfect meal! We will be back next time we are in Montreal!
Shana, Chloe, Darling & Claire were awesome! They treated us like gold from start to finish & looked after all our needs. Absolutely amazing!! We couldn't have gotten better service! Plus food & drinks were awesome!
Honestly, one of my favourite places to go have a drink or to eat in the Montreal area. Sometimes, I even go on my own to have a nice & relaxed meal. Also, they make me feel at home over there. Yona & Quique, who are always managing the bar (among others), make amazing cocktails, & it is super fun to have a chat with. 100% recommended! :-)
This is one of the best Taco place in downtown Montreal. The varieties & freshness is always maintained & ambience is amazing . Good cozy place to eat with good spicy drinks !
The team at Escondite are friendly, fun, & very welcoming. The food is absolutely excellent & comes out very quickly. I took some food & drink recommendations from staff member Ariel who absolutely steered me in the right direction - try the tuna tostadas! 10/10 would go back & definitely recommend to anyone who is looking for a great Mexican meal in downtown Montreal.
Excellent across the board! The food & drinks were on point, great vibe & atmosphere, & our waitress Catherine paid attention to every detail to ensure our experience was a memorable one. We will be back soon!
Jun 28, 2024
on Google
🍽️
Know where to eat in Montreal before everyone else.
Get the first look at the hottest openings, secret menus, and RestoMontreal.ca's weekly top picks. Join 50,000+ foodies.
Amazing place. Innovative & welcoming & flexible. Everything we requested we got. We were blown away. The drinks were perfectly balanced (& we take our margaritas very seriously & rarely like a restaurant margarita in Canada). We had Catherine our server commend the bartender! All the food was fantastic especially the cauliflower general tao, the dumpling nachos were tasty & fun, the cauliflower tacos & the fried chicken tacos were amazing. Best of all was Catherine. Her attention to detail, positive & fun attitude, all while she was juggling many tables, ability to explain everything & keep water & drinks flowing, all without lingering & managing many other tables, was brilliant. From the moment we arrived at the restaurant to the moment we left, we felt welcomed, cared for, & appreciated. It was a fantastic experience all the way around.
Belle surprise au centre ville. La nourriture fusion est délicieuse & généreuse. Le service était vraiment attentionné & agréable. Les drinks sont très bons.On a eu beaucoup de plaisir, on reviendra c'est certain
Pretty underwhelming experience. The reviews were glowing! But the service was atrocious & they weren't understaffed or slammed by any means, wgucg . The waitress was abrupt (borderline rude) & a very average wait staff, that kept forgetting things. The food came out before our drinks did (20+ minutes for a simple scotch & soda, asked about it 3 times), which was bizarre. Food wise was very ok (prefacing with we are vegetarian), not a lot of options, the quesadilla that my wife ordered was literally a tortilla with cheese inside & a couple mushrooms. I simply wouldn't recommend this place for vegetarians, there's just not enough to try.
Start here! We went for the L' Experience Escondite at the bar & Kika took care of us with an excellent selection from the menu & a dazzling display of his bartending prowess. Food & drinks you won't soon forget. Kika directed us to the happening spots for salsa dancing & live music downtown. Know what you're looking for & kika can help you get there.
Ho my god! It was a crazy night! A group came twice the amount of what they booked but the staff still managed to make it an amazing & magical evening! Staff are so incredibly friendly & professional! Food is amazing, drinks are great, now I understand why it's always full! Well deserve the wait!
