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 were looking for tasty Mexican & came across Escondite. We reviewed the menu before going & couldn't wait to go. Seating was quick & easy when we got there. The atmosphere was perfect for a nice quiet dinner. The manager, Yona, was accommodating, attentive & helpful. Recommendations were offered when asked, but not pushed on us. We had the Ensalada de Mangos, E'steak Koreano & Nepal, & the Tacos Birria, & two Patron Margaritas. Our meal was excellent. I would highly recommend Escondite Union to anyone visiting downtown Montréal. Thanks for a great meal.
We had a wonderful time last night. Yona, who served us, was stellar & his recommendation, attention & conversation definitely made our night. It was an absolutely delight to dine & have some drink there. Food was amazing but Yona killed it for us !
Apr 11, 2026
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Had a great experience being served by Yona 😊 He seemed to know my needs & offer good recommendations at the perfect timings. As a person who is also in the service industry I am very impressed. I keep coming back here for the consistently great food, but this time the service was also one of the best I received as a solo diner in a restaurant. Thank you!
This place is amazing! Great atmosphere, & the food & drink is incredible. My family enjoyed ever part of our visit & we will definitely come back when we're in town.
Yona & Kike made my rare restaurant excursion a truely wonderful dining experience! Wonderful food, wonderful tapas, great drinks, & & a nice atmosphere accommodating. I kept ordering because I was trying to find a reason not to leav. What is there not to like? you should really come.
Dec 23, 2025
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Big shout out to Eric & Yona for a great experience. Ambiance was great, food was delicious & staff was perfect. Definitely recommend but reserve ahead of time. Place gets busy.
Whenever we come to Montreal we make sure to stop here for lunch. Yona & his staff are so welcoming, they always make us feel right at home, & the tacos & margaritas are fantastic.
Really tastes good, great value for a fun night out. Our server Yona was excellent & made fantastic suggestions. Our favorites are the Tuna Tostada & Baja taco.
Rarely do I write a review, but when the food is this good I just have to! The flavors on every dish was extraordinary, & the service/staff were excellent & warm. Hector & Yonah really made our night.
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! :-)
I have been here countless times since I opened up a business a few doors down a year ago. Escondite is one of the last bastions of quality food at affordable prices downtown. Add in excellent service, great atmosphere, & a nice terrace. What more can you want? Yona in particular stands out. He goes the extra mile every time - management take note! My favourites are the tuna tostada & the fish tacos. The mango salad is also really nice.
