Set in the heart of Villeray, Mesón is a casual, one of a kind bistro offering a variety of comforting and original Spanish inspired dishes. At Mesón, one can expect to be enthusiastically received by the restaurant’s young and dynamic team.
At the head of the team are the restaurant’s four owners: Victor Afonso, Sébastien Muniz, Marie-Fleur St-Pierre and Pedro Oliveira. The group shares a true love for the flavourful cooking the Iberian peninsula is known for.
The culinary experience at Mesón is enhanced by a courteous service and an appealing decor. The menu’s specialties, as combined with a pleasant atmosphere, are sure to satisfy your longing for delectable food enjoyed in the good company of friends.
Mesón earns praise for attentive service and a warm, convivial atmosphere that can feel quaint and intimate or lively depending on the night. The tapas and brunch scenes are lauded for flavor and shareability, with standout items such as pulpo a la gallega, secreto iberico, gravlax, saumon mariné, croquetas, and paella, though the paella is sometimes too salty or not up to par. Desserts divide opinions, with the Basque cheesecake disappointing some while the éclair is a recommended finish. Prices are viewed as reasonable for the overall quality by many, yet some feel value is uneven and portions or quality have fluctuated as prices rise. Service is described as impeccable and attentive in many visits, but a few experiences note colder or rushed service and changes in atmosphere. Music can be loud, occasionally affecting conversation. Overall Mesón is seen as a solid neighbourhood spot for gatherings with friends or family, offering good food, strong drinks, and a welcoming vibe, with some variability in dishes and consistency across visits.
First time going & glad we went there. My friend had previously went for brunch & liked it. We decided to try 6 different tapas to share. Every plate was delicious. They were very accommodating with being gluten-free & dairy-free. My favorite was the octopus, the texture was perfect. We also had a wonderful attentive server. Thank you for the meal, the ambiance & the attention. Will have to go back & try more.
Food is FANTASTIC! Every single item on the menu tasted amazing, the wine selection is great & the waiter was very knowledgeable on the topic. Perfect food & perfect service, will be coming back!!
Very good food, great house made wine selection (must try the red!). We had the chef selection menu, the octopus was my favourite. Modern atmosphere & very nicely decorated. A bit on the pricey side though.
I can't recommend this place enough! They take brunch reserervations (which is super convenient), the service is excellent, & the food is consistently top notch. I've been here several times with friends & they always come away impressed & wanting to come again.
Went for a 8pm reservation on a Wednesday. It was excellent to say the least, service was great, food was even better. Yes it's a little more on the pricey side but I found it worth the money!
Un de nos restaurants préférés! Pour y être aller à plusieurs reprises, nous ne sommes jamais déçu autant au niveau nourriture que du service. Le personnel est vraiment sympathique & la bouffe toujours à la hauteur, autant pour le brunch que pour le souper. Nous recommandons fortement!
Ayant été chez Tapéo quelques fois auparavant, l'expérience chez Mesón fut à la hauteur des attentes. Les tapas & la paella étaient délicieux & bien préparés. Service impeccable & excellente recommandation de vin selon nos goûts exprimés. Nous y retournerons sous peu.
Food was amazing! I had poached egg on smoked salmon. Everything on that plate was so delicious! Especially the bread was spectacular. Definitely coming back!
