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.
Malheureusement nous avons été déçu. La propreté de la vaisselle laissait à désirer. Les plâts que nous avons pris avec un goût peu recherché. Le pire a été l'assiette de quesadilla qui devait être aux champignons. Finalement c'était 2 pitas avec fromage & 2-3 petits champignons par quesadilla..!
Heureusement que nous avons eu un serveur vraiment sympathiques mais malheureusement nous n'y retournerons plus!
A packed spot often means 👌for one reason or another.
This place is all the reasons: atmosphere is awesome, decor is amazing, the vibe is pure enjoyment.
The service is quick, friendly & non-intrusive & that is a fine line to balance.
The food is why you'll come back, over & over again. FYI: the pollos hermanos tacos & the El Chapiflor are 🫠
I had such a great experience at Escondite Union, & a big part of that was thanks to Rita. She was incredibly sweet, attentive, & genuinely made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down.
Even though she seemed quite busy, she never let it affect the quality of her service. She really knows what she's talking about her recommendations were spot on, & you can tell she takes pride in her work. She checked in at just the right times without ever feeling intrusive, & her positive attitude made the whole experience even more enjoyable.
It's not often you come across service that stands out this much but she truly made our visit memorable. I'll definitely be coming back, & I hope to be served by her again
Apr 22, 2026
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Yona & Charlie are the best servers & they were very friendly!!! Staff very aware of our needs & also i arrived way after my peers & they still served me food with great seevice!!! 10/10 fish tacos are increible also the churros is probably the best!!!
We had a great experience at Escandite Union. Tried a mix of tacos including the al pastor, chicken, shrimp, plus the Baja 2.0 & a mushroom taco…everything was on point. Flavors were fresh, well-balanced, & clearly made with care.
We also had guacamole with chips, cornbread, & a couple of margaritas…no complaints across the board. Everything came out quickly & tasted great.
What stood out just as much as the food was the service. Friendly, attentive staff who made the whole experience easy & enjoyable.
Good eats, great service…definitely worth a stop if you're in Montreal.
The server mentioned that they recently started allowing minors & he was happy to see my kids eating every bite. It helped that the food was tasty & the service was quick.
Je suis passé prendre des tacos à emporter car j'étais en jetlag & ne voulais pas rester longtemps au restaurant.
Les serveurs ont été très sympas, m'ont servi un verre d'eau pendant l'attente & m'ont conseillé sur la commande.
Les tacos étaient excellents, pas très gros mais j'étais prévenu.
Apr 21, 2026
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Had cheese & shrimps tacos, shared tortillas with guac & some churros. Really not impressed by the food. There was no cheese on the tacos, the guacamole lacked flavor & churros were a bit raw in the middle.
Service is good & the ambience is fantastic
Franchement, l'équipe chez Escondite est incroyable! Le service est toujours chaleureux, professionnel & super efficace. Mention spéciale à Jenny, Jennifer & Darling qui se démarquent par leur gentillesse, leur attention aux détails & leur énergie positive. Elles rendent l'expérience encore plus agréable & on se sent vraiment bien accueilli grâce à elles. Une équipe en or!
Apr 18, 2026
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Franchement, l'équipe chez Escondite fait toute la différence! Toujours souriante, dynamique & hyper professionnelle. Ils sont rapides sans jamais bâcler le service, & vraiment à l'écoute des clients. On sent une belle cohésion entre eux, ce qui rend l'ambiance encore plus agréable. C'est le genre d'équipe qui te donne envie de revenir juste pour le service!
Encore une fois, expérience au top chez Escondite! Tout est toujours à la hauteur: l'ambiance, le service & la qualité des plats. On sent une constance dans l'exécution, ce qui est rare. Chaque visite est aussi agréable que la précédente. C'est clairement une place où tu sais que tu vas bien manger & passer un bon moment sans te poser de questions. Fortement recommandé!
Gros coup de coeur pour l'équipe chez Escondite! Le staff est vraiment accueillant, professionnel & super attentif aux détails. On se sent à l'aise dès l'arrivée, & ils prennent le temps de bien conseiller sans jamais mettre de pression. L'énergie de l'équipe rend l'expérience encore meilleure - ça paraît qu'ils aiment ce qu'ils font. Service impeccable du début à la fin!
uper belle expérience chez Escondite! L'ambiance est vraiment unique, parfaite pour passer une bonne soirée entre amis. Le service est rapide, attentionné & toujours avec le sourire. Les plats sont savoureux, bien présentés & pleins de goût - on sent la qualité des ingrédients. Mention spéciale pour les cocktails qui sont excellents & originaux. Franchement, une adresse à découvrir & à revisiter sans hésiter!
