La Catrina delivers a lively Mexican dining experience with bright flavors, generous portions and a welcoming atmosphere. The table side guacamole, flavorful tacos including birria and al pastor, fresh salsas, and tasty margaritas are frequent highlights, and the terrace or dining room setting keeps the energy upbeat. Service is described as friendly and attentive, helping the group-friendly vibe and steady pacing that keeps meals enjoyable. While a few visits note occasional wait times or price-related concerns, the overall impression is that La Catrina is a go-to spot for delicious food, vibrant ambiance, and reliable hospitality.
The atmosphere is very nice even if a little crowded in the terrasse. The table-side made guacamole was absolutely amazing, so simple yet so delicious. The fried chicken & the marinated pork tacos were quite tasty, very nice mix of flavors. It was an overall great experience, would definitely recommend to a friend!
I used to love coming here on the terrasse l'été ! But my most recent experience the food fell short of great. I think it was just average & I didn't leave there being like « now that was a great meal!! ». The fish tacos barely even felt breaded & deep fried? It was weird compared to the previous times I've had them. the guacamole was probably the best part. It honestly doesn't even need to be made at the table. That's probably just to appeal to tourists. Something changed there sadly & I wish I knew what it was. I also miss having a DJ on a Friday night terrasse…. Prob won't go back after last night it felt off :(
Excellent sur tous les plans ! Nourriture savoureuse à partager (ou pas), margaritas rafraîchissantes & service très agréable (merci Ayda :) ). L'ambiance globale vous donne envie de partir au Mexique, & de revenir ensuite à la Catrina
The menu posted online & the one at the restaurant are different, it is much more limited & the food was only okay. The view was nice & that is part of the experience. The waitress was rude, she said I had to get meat on the side with my tacos despite not eating meat instead of just not having it. She also said my food would be gross without it, perhaps reconciling the online menu with the true menu would help everyone know there is only 1 vegetarian option on the menu & 0 vegan ones. Would not recommend unless it is only for overpriced drinks, not the food.
Una buona alternativa per cambiare il menù canadese, locale tranquillo, servizio ottimo , cucina messicana da gustare. Prodotti freschi preparati al momento, salse incluse, buono l'assortimento nel menù. Da segnalare un'ottima sangria. Prezzo nella media. Buono.
Aug 13, 2025
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This Mexican restaurant is a hidden gem. The tacos were bursting with flavor, the guacamole was fresh, & the service was fast & friendly. Can't wait to come back! Shoutout Quarina
Je suis allée manger hier pour la première fois à ce restaurant avec deux amies. À première vue, la nourriture semblait bonne & le service était correct, même si la serveuse venait rarement à notre table. Nous avons toutes commandé des tacos : deux au poisson & un au poulet. Malheureusement, nous nous sommes toutes senties mal après le repas, & l'une d'entre nous a vomi toute la nuit. C'était hier soir & j'ai encore l'estomac sensible. Je ne sais pas si c'était dû à la cuisson de la viande ou à la fraîcheur des ingrédients, mais je suis très déçue & je ne reviendrai pas. Faites attention.
Une hôtesse sans sourire, zéro empathie, incapable de nous trouver une table en terrasse, nous installe dans la SAM tellement bruyant qu'on demande la terrasse. En 2 temps 3 mouvements, un gentil serveur ns trouve une table pour 5. le reste de la soirée sans faille.
Aug 11, 2025
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First time there but definitely returning back for the tacos, we tried the Birria tacos & gotta say it was one of the best braised beef tacos in Montreal, also tried the shrimp tacos & unexpectedly I really liked it the shrimps were cooked perfectly, along with the drinks which were ok, the only down side were the guacamole & chips that didn't meet expectation the chips were really bad & the guacamole was mediocre, & I would say a few outdoor fans would have made life easier in summer.
N.B the service & manager of the place were above & beyond, very welcoming & accommodating which really made an impression one for the things to return back for.
The food is amazing, price aren't ridiculous. The service is A1. Manager gave us a couple things during the rush cause he felt we were waiting a bit too long.
