Escondite delivers a vibrant exploration of Mexican street food culture characterized by a bold approach to traditional taco recipes. The menu features an array of corn tortillas loaded with diverse proteins including marinated meats, slow-cooked carnitas, and fresh vegetarian options topped with signature house-made salsas. Beyond the handheld staples, the kitchen focuses on authentic Latin American flavors that highlight citrus profiles, cilantro, and authentic heat levels. The dining room aesthetic incorporates eclectic decor elements that define the energetic atmosphere often associated with contemporary taco bars. Each dish demonstrates a commitment to layered textures and authentic seasoning techniques. This establishment emphasizes a lively environment where flavorful ingredients and creative combinations remain the central focus of the culinary experience for every guest seeking genuine taco variations.
Escondite is widely celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere, creative Mexican-fusion menu, and consistently high-quality cocktails, particularly its popular margaritas. Many diners highlight the exceptional service, describing the staff as welcoming, attentive, and professional, which significantly enhances the overall dining experience. While the majority of guests rave about the fresh, flavorful tacos and popular tasting menus, a few patrons expressed disappointment regarding portion sizes, noting that some dishes can be pricey for the quantity provided. Despite occasional reports of slow service during peak hours, the majority of visitors leave with a very positive impression, frequently praising the beautiful decor and the restaurant's ability to create a fun, memorable environment that encourages repeat visits.
Quelle surprise. Vraiment, je n'avais jamais entendu parlé de ce restaurant, & j'y allais en espérant rien. Au final, ce fut une de mes expériences culinaires les plus agréables de l'année.
Le décor: à couper le souffle
Le service: Omniprésent. Il y a vraiment beaucoup de staff... seul bémol, je n'ai vu aucune femme travailler, mais c'était p-e un hasard.
La bouffe. Ho la la, la bouffe. J'en bave encore. Les tacos a la morue (jamais je n'aurais commandé ça, c'est ma compagne qui voulait essayer) étaient absolument sublimes. Les tacos au poulet frit étaient eux aussi très très réussis. Ceux à la langue de boeuf étaient surprenants, malgré que le gout de chipotle remportait sur pas mal tout le reste. Le ceviche de crevette était très réussi.
Ma compagne a pris un drink au mescal. Elle a presque léché le fond du verre tellement il était bon.
Seul bémol, les portions sont somme toute petites & les prix un peu élevés. Mais en groupe, si tout le monde commande 2-3 assiettes, les saveurs sont absolument au rendez-vous.
Finally a cute retro chic mexican joint in Montreal with a modern twist!
Great food, great drinks, reasonable prices, interresting & warming decor & overall great vibe.
Highly recommended
Je suis allée à 2 reprises au Escondite &, à chaque fois, la nourriture était exquise & le service impeccable. Un must = les quesadillas & les tacos (celui au poisson & celui vegé). Incroyable!!!
Jul 24, 2015
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Fresh, delicious, friendly & relaxed. Great to enjoy an inexpensive quality meal with friends. & if you feel like it, great choices in drinks & rare mescale.
On est partie un groupe de huit pour un 5@7 ,ils nous ont dit ça fait deux semaines qu'ils sont ouvert,super belle place avec une nourriture très bonne est aussi des cocktails très pensées,on seras de retour!!
j ai beaucoup aimé. nous sommes venus a 4 personnes pour souper vendredi soir.
belle decouverte. Montreal a finalement un cheval de bataille de taille pour ce qui en est de la cuisine mexicaine,
un menu actuel, traditionnel & actualisé aux tendances d'ajourdhuit! c'etait delicieux.
les ailes de poulet a l'erable & au chipotle, le taco au smoked meat ainsi que la quesadilla a la truffe noire.nous n'avons pas essayé les cocktails. je garde ca pour une prochaine fois.
belle atmosphere & bon service. pas chere en plus!
je recommende fortement.
Was recommended to be by a friend & it way surpassed my expectations. Our party of 4 arrived on a Friday night with out reservations. We were greeted at the door & told it would about a 15 minute wait & was offered a spot at the Bar. The first thing you notice is the great décor. Not your cheesy Mexican joint, but a cool hip South-of-the-boarder vibe. At the bar we enjoyed some fantastic & unique cocktails (try the one with the chilli powder, can't remember the name). Within minutes our table was ready, we were seated & our wonderful server Alisha was ready to take our order.
The food choices are outstanding & vast. With it's tapas type menu it was fun to order food to share. The fish tacos, veg quesadillas & guacamole dip were outstanding, but personal favourite were the ribs (ordered a second plate just for myself)
Being to full for dessert we opted to move back to the bar, which was now fairly full & hopping, to enjoy some more cocktails.
All in all, it was a wonderful evening, with great food & excellent service & I cannot wait to go back for more.
Absolutely delicious ,was there last night the decor is really unique ,it feels like your really in Mexico .
The food & drinks were very tasty & really original, the home runs were there smoke meat taco ,the quesidillas ,the bajo taco(black cod),& the shrimp ceviche was delishe, they have a very interesting cocktail list , i definitely suggest you have a one of those.Whats also good is that there situated walking distance from Quartier des spectacles so great place to have a bite before a show!
