Overall, reviews describe La Cantina as a vibrant Mexican spot with flavorful, authentic dishes, generous portions, and a lively atmosphere, where ceviche, guacamole, tacos, and margaritas receive many accolades while the staff are often friendly and attentive and service can be fast, though some visits note small portions, dishes that are overly salty or underseasoned, occasional slow service or billing mishaps, and price points that feel high unless visited during happy hour.
Food was fantastic, I highly recommend the deep fried chicken tacos or the Al pastor. Both were phenomenally made & the portions are good size. I left feeling full & happy! The vibe is nothing to rave about. It's a fun looking bar but compared to other restaurants in Montreal, the atmosphere is nothing special. They also have great specials like happy hour & weekend tequila shots for only $3.
Our server was very kind & the food came out correct & warm! Check it out - it was worth the stop!
Good food & a nice time! Visit on Fri/Sat evenings for their 3$ tequila shots. Highly recommend their cauliflower & chickpea tacos that are vegetarian & gluten-free.
La Cantina was fantastic! From the moment we ordered, the service was impressively quick. Our food arrived so fast we could hardly believe it, & everything was hot, fresh, & full of flavor. The staff was friendly & attentive, making the whole experience even better. Perfect spot if you want delicious food without a long wait. Highly recommend!
Rather disappointed. We needed a quick stop before heading out of town. Ordered fish tacos, chicken quesadilla & a 330ml beer. Food positives: juicy chicken quesadilla. Food negatives: very small portions, bland tacos, minuscule fish (mostly batter). Value: prices are high for what it is (e.g. beer was $10). Ambiance: cute little place, but do not expect privacy. Service: slow, we were charged twice for one beer --- bill was voided & reissued after calling attention to the mistake, but not even an'I'm sorry.' Overall, I wouldn't recommend it.
Feb 16, 2026
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Plenty of gluten free options & the staff was very knowledgeable ( I have celiac & they recommend things based of off how safe it was). Food was great.
The food & the service were excellent. I recommend it. The place feels genuinely Mexican with the right amount of sophistication. I eat Mexican everywhere I am, including Mexico & LA. This feels like home.
A really good lunch experience. The Ceviche was with fresh shrimps & the Tacos delicious. Service was generally friendly. Prices very reasonable. I can recommend the place. A good choice as well for people with gluten sensitivity.
Very good food & ambiance, the employees seemed a bit shy but nothing to complain about. If you are looking for good real mexicain food, this is the place. We were three & we got 2 appetizer, 3 main dish, 1 shared dessert & 1 drink, all for 124$ including tax & tip. It is really fairly priced when comparing to other restaurant in the same area. Definitely recommend.
Jan 21, 2025
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Food is simple ingredients & authentic mexican flavour. The lunch special comes with Azteque soup, tacos & churros. Recommend the beef brisket tacos, really nice.
Lovely hidden gem right in the heart of downtown. If you love tacos this is an amazing spot!! They have a great lunch menu during the week you can get a soup or salad, your choice of 3 tacos & churros for dessert. The food was amazing & I would totally recommend the fresh guacamole & chips. Prices are reasonable for the downtown area & the decor is super cute! You have to try this place, trust me you won't be disappointed!
La nourriture était bonne, mais sans plus. Mes tacos de poisson étaient vides & très sec. Pour le prix il n'y avait pas de sauce ni de trempette pour les accompagnés. Le goût était là par contre. Je recommande les chips avec la guacamole & les drinks. Les deux sont vraiment top. Beaucoup d'options végétariennes.
La nourriture à La Cantina était délicieuse, & le service, bien que correct, était un peu lent, surtout qu'il n'y avait que deux tables occupées, dont la nôtre. Malgré cela, les plats étaient excellents & je recommande vivement cet endroit. Les sauces, en particulier, étaient incroyables ! Je reviendrai sans hésitation.
Cadillac margarita was excellent. Guacamole, brisket tacos & chicken quesadilla's were all very good. I would recommend this casual Mexican with limited menu.
