La Hueca

Jerry

5.0

Lowkey hidden gem

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!

Cody

4.0

Great flavours & textures in the pulled pork bowl. Could have used some more heat though. The location is also very hidden, so it was hard to find.

Allison

5.0

Hidden little restaurant offering great food & service. I ordered the chicken bowl but I'll definitely be back to try the other options

T

5.0

An amazing hidden gem, service was amazing & prices are very affordable!!! This will definitely be my go-to spot from now on, thank you :)

Alex

5.0

Amazing restaurant, I've been coming here a lot of times to remember the taste of my country, food is great but so does service, definitely a hidden gem 💎.
God bless La Hueca

Yan

5.0

Pros:
- Very good food
- Very friendly staff( thanks for the recommendation, loved it)
- Insanely affordable price
Can you believe this is a 11$ meal in Downtown Montreal in 2025? Even with a drink & a 20% tip it still comes down to barely 18$ AFTER taxe for me. This is an absolute steal.
- did I mention the food is good?

Cons:
- Location
It's pretty hidden. In the mall's 2nd floor food quater pass 3 other store front that are all closed, at the very end of a hallway. Wish they have a better location to bring in even more customer.

Will be back for sure.

Salma

5.0

There isn't many Ecuadorian restaurants here in Montreal so when i found this restaurant I had to go try it & I wasn't disappointed the service was really good, they have a friendly staff & great atmosphere. The food is delicious!!! I had a pulled pork sandwich that was packed with flavour it was amazing. They also have some vegetarian options! Truly a hidden gem must try & I will definitely be coming back!

Karla

5.0

By far one of the best food establishments in Montréal. I tried this place for the first time 3 weeks ago & I've been back every week since. Not only is the food tasty & flavourful but it's also fairly priced. Definitely a hidden gem!

R

5.0

la hueca is a beautiful community & hidden gem surrounded by delicious ecuadorian food & an abundance of love. we ordered the encebollado soup & grilled beef plate with several different sauces & were so full we couldn't finish it all ! the portions are incredible. we always look forward to returning & can't wait to try new items on the menu. 💗🇪🇨