La Hueca by Masa

Daniel

5.0

Ecuadorian here, tried the encebollado & it was very good. Great place for a quick lunch.

Oct 25, 2025

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Francis

5.0

Very delicious & reasonably priced Ecuadorian food! The service was also friendly & excellent. I will surely be back!

Sep 20, 2025

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Karen

5.0

This was my first time having Ecuadorian food, & it was amazing! I had the chicken bowl & absolutely loved how you could choose your own ingredients. The selection of different ingredients was incredible, & the server was super friendly & kindly answered questions I had. The portion size was generous, & the price was reasonable. If I didn't live 5 hours away, I'd be back in a flash!

Aug 28, 2025

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LEAD

5.0

Authentic Ecuadorian Cuisine - A Hidden Gem!

I had the pleasure of trying Ecuadorian food recently, & it completely blew me away! The flavors are rich, comforting, & full of personality. From the locro de papa, to the hearty fritata-cooked in spices, every dish felt like a warm hug from Ecuador.

The empanadas were crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, & paired perfectly sauce. & don't even get me started on the tres leche cake - that was amazing.

What really stood out was the balance of ingredients - simple, but packed with flavor. You can taste the love & tradition in every bite. Whether you're already a fan of Latin cuisine or trying something new, Ecuadorian food is a must-experience. I'm definitely going back for more!

Jun 24, 2025

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Daniel

5.0

If you're tired of Asian takeout, fried chicken, shawarma, sushi, mac&cheese, poke, ramen, burgers & beef noodles, then you owe it to yourself to check out La Hueca.

It's a South American (Ecuadorian) restaurant tucked away in a quiet food court downtown, in the same building as Marche Newon.

The food is uniquely flavored, delicious & really satisfying. Very comforting, especially on those cold, cold days.

I had the grilled chicken bowl - when I finished my meal, I was licking the bowl & already thinking of trying the other items on the menu. 2 carbs & 3 types of veg are included with the bowl so you know you're getting solid nutrition & real value for money.

I highly recommend a visit & do consider getting an extra order for the fam. You won't regret it.

June 2025: no change to my review, still an excellent choice for a great meal downtown.

Jun 24, 2025

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Manli

5.0

As an Ecuadorian I know how hard is to get the ingredients to recreate all the most flavorful dishes of my country.
But I can say that this place makes me have nostalgia of my people & the amazing food from Ecuador.
Sadly I never have time to take pictures because I devour everything too fast!
I love the encebollado, bolon , empanadas & the juice that are 100% fresh & natural!!!
I hope that other dishes are included in menu soon!! Guatita, seco, hopefully crabs 😜
Shout out to the owner, super friendly & attentive, & super hard worker!

Jun 9, 2025

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Dina

5.0

Lots of legit Ecuadorian dishes. Staff is super nice. Warmly recommending it!

May 31, 2025

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Ramiro

5.0

Great service by the owner. I am ecuadorian & this is probably the best encebollado I have ever tried. Even outside Ecuador. My son had the ceviche. The food is as close or even better than back home. Highly recommended.

May 10, 2025

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Gabriel

5.0

The best Ecuadorian restaurant in Canada . We went there with my wife & my daughter & we love the quality of food food , the taste & experience brought me back to Ecuador. I remember trying fanesca typical food during April & it was best fanesca & empanadas I ever tried . I truly recommend for anyone !

May 3, 2025

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Henry

5.0

As an Ecuadorian, super happy to have found this place! :) Flavor is pretty close to what you can find in Ecuador. Loved the customizable bowl concept!

Mar 23, 2025

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Andres

5.0

The only Ecuadorian restaurant in Quebec. Definitely authentic with a complete menu of options. If you are looking for great food from Ecuador, this is your spot!

Mar 11, 2025

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Orphy

5.0

This was my first time trying Ecuadorian food & WOW! I'm carribean & grew up in a multicultural neighborhood in MTL with Dominicans, Salvadorians etc. The food was extremely good. The Chef & co-owner David explained me how to build my meal, was very welcoming & greeted me warmly when I had just arrived. I ordered Asada Carne bowl It was a pretty big bowl, nicely served, servi e was very fast & very pleasant. The music playing felt like home. Before leaving I did tell David that I would be back since I now work nearby.

Bravo to David & his wife & co-owner Margaux!

Feb 21, 2025

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Jean

5.0

First time trying Ecuadorian food, not disappointed very good, staff very friendly

Jan 2, 2025

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Andrew

5.0

One of the only if not the only ecuadorian spot in the city that is worth it. Great soup (encebollado).

Nov 26, 2024

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Holistic

5.0

Espanol ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ¡La Hueca es un pedacito de Ecuador en Montreal! La comida es auténtica y deliciosa, el ambiente te transporta directamente al Ecuador, y el servicio es excelente. Como ecuatoriana, se siente como estar en casa; cada plato tiene el sabor y carino de nuestra tierra. Para quienes no son de Ecuador, es una oportunidad perfecta para descubrir la variedad y riqueza de la gastronomía ecuatoriana. ¡Altamente recomendado para quienes quieran disfrutar de una experiencia culinaria única en Montreal! English ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ La Hueca is a slice of Ecuador in Montreal! The food is authentic & delicious, the atmosphere transports you directly to Ecuador, & the service is excellent. As an Ecuadorian, it feels just like home-each dish is filled with the flavor & love of our land. For those who aren't Ecuadorian, it's a perfect chance to discover the variety & richness of Ecuadorian cuisine. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy a unique culinary experience in Montreal! Français ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ La Hueca est un petit coin d'Équateur à Montréal ! La nourriture est authentique & délicieuse, l'ambiance vous transporte directement en Équateur, & le service est excellent. En tant qu'Équatorien, on se sent comme à la maison; chaque plat est rempli de saveurs & de l'amour de notre pays. Pour ceux qui ne connaissent pas l'Équateur, c'est une occasion parfaite de découvrir la richesse & la variété de la cuisine équatorienne. Hautement recommandé pour tous ceux qui souhaitent vivre une expérience culinaire unique à Montréal !

Nov 3, 2024

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Biana

5.0

Delicious & taste meal, my kids were impressed, I am Ecuadorian & taste some dishes at La hueca's , brought me back for a moment to Ecuador, nice service, & good sazón!!! Definitely we will go back !

Aug 31, 2024

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Jennifer

5.0

My first time having Ecuadorian food! Their bowls were delicious. Lots of flavour & I loved the different textures. I tried mote for the first time. It's giant corn kernels & tastes like potatoes. Their queso fresco is not too salty, like at some other places I've had. Service was warm & welcoming. It's in the Faubourg food court on the second floor towards the back. Follow the yellow tape on the ground, it will take you right there.

Aug 17, 2024

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Pablo

5.0

Haven't eaten ecuadorian food in a few years & I swear it was better than I remember. Everything is not only really authentic but better than restaurants back home. The owner is super nice & gives very good recommendations if you don't know what to eat. Would love to go often but live out of the city, would visit Montreal just to eat here again!

Jul 18, 2024

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Miguel

5.0

Ecuadorian here, I can truly testify this is as authentic as it gets

Jul 18, 2024

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Kyrie

5.0

My first Ecuadorian food experience & I'm impressed! For less than 14$ I had a tasty, filling meal that was non-dairy & high in protein. The man at the counter was also very friendly & patiently explained what the different choices were, keeping in mind my food restrictions. Will gladly go again.

Jul 16, 2024

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