Overall, Juanitos is described as a warm, welcoming spot with a strong focus on empanadas and bowls that mix traditional and modern Latin flavors; the empanadas are often called among the best in town, and dishes like the compadre bowl and garlic sauce are praised for freshness and bold taste. The atmosphere is cozy and authentic, with friendly, attentive staff and a sense of South American hospitality that makes guests feel at home. The menu offers a wide variety including vegetarian and gluten free options, churros with dulce de leche, plantains with cheese, and a small store section for Latin products, with many reviewers planning to return or recommend it. A few downsides appear, including prices that are considered a bit high and occasional issues such as a vegan bowl missing beans or hot air conditioning in the summer, plus seating that suits smaller groups. Overall, the experience comes across as high quality, fresh, and flavorful with consistent praise for service, ambiance, and the distinctive concept.
Amazing place. The staff is incredibly kind & lovely, the food is delicious (I personally recommend the churros, they are freshly made & so yummy!) Great place to visit if you are a local or from outside of Montreal!!
This place came recommended to us & it didn't disappoint. Fantastic food & even better service. These folks give their all to their beloved business & it shows. It's not a Mexican restaurant as many believe. They serve Latin American dishes from many different countries & the variety is refreshing.
Amazing experience!
One of the Best brunches I had in Montreal! The arepas sandwiches were fresh & tasty. the service was smooth & the workers super friendly.
I really suggest this place!
Les bols & les empanadas sont délicieux.
Les portions sont généreuses & les prix très corrects.
Le service est sympa & souriant.
En résumé, tout y est. Je recommande!
Feb 16, 2026
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A new favourite spot & recommendation to my friends that are looking for a great & friendly spot in the neighbourhood!
We've been a few times now, no matter our hunger level-everything is comfortably filling if we're really hungry or just right if we're craving a snack. The cheese empanada is my personal favourite with the salsa verde on the side (& you have to try the garlic dipping sauce!). The crunch, quality & temperature of the empanada flavours is 10/10.
The workers are always so kind & friendly, & greet us with such friendly smiles. So happy for their team & always excited to go back! 🥹
EDIT: Le seul resto où je retourne tout le temps. En plus d'un service de qualité, la nourriture & leurs nouvelles additions au menu ne me déçoivent jamais ♥?
Meilleurs empanadas que j'ai mangé!!!! Un de mes favoris fut celui au fromage. Proprio super gentil 🙏
Jan 23, 2026
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Super impressed with the empanadas. They are crunchy on the outside & soft on the inside. Lots of different flavours & all three that I had were delicious. Nice atmosphere & great service. Will go back for more!
C'était très bon! J'ai pris le bol péruvien & l'empanada au chorizo & au fromage de chèvre, & tout était frais & de bonne qualité. Par contre, les prix sont un peu plus élevés qu'ailleurs
Not only the service was fantastic. The food was also great. I walked over late not knowing the closing hours they let me in. They took my order & they made me a fantastic meal. I took the Mexican taco bowl & an empanada. They were both fantastic.
The best empanadas I ever tasted, the chicharrón sandwich it was so good the flavours, the sauce, the place is so welcoming & cozy the staff is super friendly, very nice place recommended 100%
C'est endroit n'a que des 5 étoiles & il le mérite amplement. Nous y sommes arrêtés sans avoir prévu & honnêtement quelle surprise. L'endroit n'a pas beaucoup de places assises, mais c'est chaleureux & les employés sont aux petits soins pour s'assurer de votre satisfaction. & que dire de la nourriture, à la fois traditionnelle & moderne. Un délice, vous devez l'essayer.
