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.
The service was amazing! Very friendly wait staff! Atmosphere was nice but a little too dim. Food was nothing impressive, some dishes were rather bland & others were hit or miss.
Mar 3, 2026
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We tried their sister restaurants Tapeo before, so we wanted to give this a try too, especially since we had such a great time at Tapeo. This place does have good tapas, but it wasn't quite on the same level as Tapeo, even though the prices were pretty similar. We loved their Pulpo a la gallega & Secreto iberico, & their drinks were awesome, especially the Mosco Mule. But the brava sauce on their Calamares Bravas was a bit too much, & it was hard to really taste the calamari. We tried their Papas fritas, but they were just regular truffle fries, nothing special & I wouldn't recommend it.
On the other hand, their Basque cheesecake was a real letdown; it was nothing like the real Basque cheesecake from Basque Country. Looking at other tables, I think you'd be better off with their Eclair if you're looking for a dessert to finish your meal.
Délicieux! Nous sommes venues un mardi soir sans réservation. On a pris plusieurs plats à partager: tous les plats étaient goûteux & au final, le prix était très abordable! Mention au plat de champignons sauvage, le cocas dos quesos & l'éclair dulce de leche en dessert.
Auparavant une valeur sûre dans le quartier Villeray, l'atmosphère de ce restaurant s'est détériorée, surtout la qualité du service. Le comptoir, qui était animé & auquel du personnel était dédié, n'est plus chaleureux. Lors de mes deux dernières visites, le service de la personne qui s'en occupait a été froid, bête & rapide. Un couple, assis au comptoir, a même dû demander à un autre membre du personnel de prendre sa commande ! Comme partout, le prix de la nourriture a augmenté - mais la qualité a baissé. La paella, autrefois un délice, était beaucoup trop salée & la portion a nettement diminuée.
J'ai eu le plaisir de fêter mes 60 ans au restaurant Mesón avec mes collègues, & l'expérience a été très bonne du début à la fin.
?La cuisine : Les plats étaient savoureux & bien préparés mais la paella n'était pas à ?hauteur, j'ai y connais. Une très belle découverte culinaire !
?Le service : Un immense merci à l'équipe. Le service était très bon, attentionné & fluide.
?L'ambiance : Excellente ! Le cadre est idéal pour se retrouver en groupe tout en profitant d'une atmosphère conviviale & animée.
?Le rapport qualité-prix : Pour un dîner, les prix restent tout à fait dans la moyenne, ce qui est appréciable compte tenu de la qualité de l'expérience globale.
?Je recommande vivement cet établissement, que ce soit pour une grande occasion ou simplement pour un bon repas entre amis ou collègues. Un grand merci à toute l'équipe du Mesón pour ce beau moment !
Dec 29, 2025
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Vraiment excellent, nourriture, service super! La seule chose c'est que plus le volume de la musique est élevé & plus les gens parlent fort ce qui devient désagréable mais c'est pas la faute du restaurant mais plutôt des clients qui ne savent pas se comporter.
Sleek looking restaurant - food is Spanish style, the plates are all shareable - everything was flavourful - if a tad salty. The paella was excellent. Get the churros, served warm. Strong cocktails, good wine list. Very reasonable prices.
Food was good.
Service was really good.
The music was really loud, it was sunday brunch at 11am, we had to scream to talk to each other. That kinda ruined the experience.
