Overall, La Capital Tacos earns frequent praise for authentic Mexican flavors, with handmade tortillas and a wide range of fillings like birria, al pastor, quesabirria, carnitas and cochinita pibil, and standout dishes such as the pirata quesadilla and a tres leches cake. The drinks program is often highlighted, with margaritas and mezcalitas pairing well with the food. The atmosphere is described as lively and welcoming, with a colorful, cozy dining room, though seating can be tight and the space gets crowded on busy nights. Reservations are commonly recommended to secure a spot, as lines and wait times can occur. Service is generally friendly and efficient, but several reviews cite occasional delays, missed items, or difficulties honoring special requests during peak periods. Some diners feel portions are small or prices high for what is served, while others consider the value fair given quality and flavor. A consistent thread is the authenticity and freshness of ingredients, with many noting the tortillas and salsas as standout details and the option to enjoy a vibrant mezcal or margarita alongside the meal. Overall, it is viewed as one of the top Mexican spots in Montreal, inviting repeat visits despite occasional service hiccups.
Incredible tacos! The Peuvre au Pastor was delicious & fresh, the Thon Aplati was so well balanced, & light, & the Taco Doré de Marlin was juicy, & just the perfect portion size. The RIBEYE tacos, the Carnitas, the Capechena, & the Birria were all phenomenal, would definitely make this a regular stop if I lived here. Super busy on weekends so make a reservation in advance. If you are looking for dessert get the Tres leches cake, c'est bon.
Ordered the Birria Tacos & the Tres Leches Cake. Just perfection. Service was fast paced & efficient!! Gotta make a reservation. I was lucky to find a spot in the bar! I give this place 5 mexican flags 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽
The food was good, as usual. I went at lunchtime. It was not empty at all. The service was very bad. It took them ages to take our order & they missed one item.
Feb 21, 2026
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I have visited this place a lot. The food is usually good but the last time I visited, I felt the quality was not the same. This was extremely frustrating due to the relatively high prices for the portion size.
Regarding the atmosphere, it has always bothered me since it is a small restaurant with many tables that are very close. It is usually really hard to sit down & talk since it gets extremely noisy.
Sonia. You made my whole day. Incredible above & beyond service, incredible food, & i cannot stress this enough, amazing service. Whatever they're paying you should be doubled. Blessings upon you & your entire bloodline.
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Entré en solitaire par une une froid tristounet, Le Capital a coloré ma soirée. La nourriture est ultra fraîche & exquise; le staff chaleureux & sympatique, l'ambiance est joyeuse & les prix honnêtes. Je suis sorti repu, léger, heureux & ma nuit s'était ensoleillée.
Normally, La Capital's food is delicious, which is exactly why I recommended this restaurant for a large office order. This was not a random choice - it was based on good past experiences & the quality of the food.
Unfortunately, this particular order was a big disappointment for me. As mentioned, I ordered a cochinita torta & made it very clear that it should not include cheese, due to both intolerance & personal preference. Despite that, the torta arrived with a large layer of melted cheese, making it impossible for me to eat.
That's what made this situation especially frustrating: having high expectations based on how good the food usually is, & then not being able to enjoy it at all.
Again, I do want to highlight the positive side - the order for 12 people was handled very well in terms of organization, individual packaging, & name labeling, which I truly appreciate.
I hope this feedback helps improve attention to special requests in the future, because when things are done right, your food really is excellent.
I personally suggested ordering from La Capital at my office because I've always considered your food delicious. I ordered a cochinita torta & we made a very clear & specific request for it NOT to include cheese. This was emphasized multiple times, as I am intolerant to cheese & I also do not like it. We are always extremely careful with this detail when ordering from any restaurant.
Despite that, my torta arrived with an enormous crust of melted cheese. Unfortunately, this made it impossible for me to eat it at all. I was really looking forward to this meal, & instead I ended up sad & frustrated. The entire experience was ruined for me.
That said, I do want to recognize something positive:
We placed a large order for 12 people, & the food was very well organized, individually packed, & clearly labeled with names, which is not easy to manage. That part was handled very professionally & deserves acknowledgment.
However, ignoring such an important dietary request is a serious issue. I truly hope this feedback is taken into account, because attention to these details makes all the difference.
