La Tamalera draws broad praise for fresh, authentic Mexican fare, friendly fast service, and a bright, colorful setting. Favorites include Baja Shrimp Tacos, a fish taco, tortilla soup, churros, pozole, and pink horchata, with a summer Shrimp Empanada also praised. Tamales receive mixed notes, but the rest of the menu remains consistently delicious. No alcohol is served, portions are generally satisfying, and staff are described as helpful and attentive, making the place feel welcoming and worth returning to, with several reviewers calling it a hidden gem in Montreal and one of the best spots for chilaquiles in town.
visited several times over several years, dine-in & take-out. Love the Baja Tacos (shrimp), Tibu (one big fish taco), Pozole stew, pink Horchata, & Brunch Huevos. Summer 2025 special was a Shrimp Empanada, loved it. *No alcohol*
Apr 3, 2026
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It was delicious ! Loved everything we bought on the menu, especially the tortilla soup & the churros. Le décor est cute & coloré, le service rapide & généreux. Je vais revenir assurément 💯 merci pour l'accueil
Our server was really nice & took the time to explain the menu to us, which we really appreciated. We came here because we were specifically looking to try tamales & found this place online. While the tamales were a bit dry & not quite to my taste, the rest of the food was absolutely delicious. Overall, the great service & quality of the other dishes made it a positive experience.
Alright. Nothing to rave about. The tacos de carnitas were dry for my taste, they aren't the classic carnitas tacos. The suadero tacos were better. All in all I found it expensive. 3 small tacos runs you up about 18-20$ txs inc. For two people (3 orders of tacos) with 1l of horchata drink ran a bill of 70$
Nov 10, 2025
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I finally found a great Mexican restaurant in Montreal , the only thing that this city was missing in my opinion , extremely fresh & delicious . Service is top , will be back for sure
Como mexicana visitando Montreal puedo asegurar que el sabor de la comida es auténtico, me hizo sentir en México. Hay una gran variedad de platillos típicos, las aguas de sabor y los popsicles vinieron genial para el calor agobiante que hacía en la calle. El local está muy bien decorado y climatizado, se ve limpio y el servicio fue excelente. Nos sirvieron rápidamente la comoda, se agradece cuando llegas con ninos hambrientos y acalorados. Tienen un pop up store de second hand y productos mexicanos.
