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Restaurant El Amigo

Bring your own wine
Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie
4.6$
OPEN11 am - 10 pm
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Restaurant El Amigo Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
MexicanSalvadorianTacosBring your own wine
Lovers of South American cuisine should come discover this hidden gem called El Amigo!

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Reviews for Restaurant El Amigo

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on Google4.4 (300+)
*as of 2026-04-01
5★
77%
4★
12%
3★
8%
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Review Summary

Reviewers describe Restaurant El Amigo as a cozy, homey spot with generous portions and a Salvadoran leaning menu centered on pupusas. Some meals disappoint, with pupusas described as lacking filling and the curtido days old while the salsa felt too liquid, but other dishes earn praise, including a highly regarded quesadilla and the fish soup. Portions are consistently large and meals are often cooked to order, though some items may have been frozen and reheated and not served hot in the center. Service is described as friendly and strong for groups, yet at times staff feel overwhelmed and tap water is not provided. The atmosphere feels like a family kitchen, with dated decor and a TV showing Spanish programs, offering a warm, grandparents' home vibe. Bring your own wine or beer, and reservations by phone are common; accessibility for wheelchairs is limited. Overall, Restaurant El Amigo provides hearty Salvadoran fare and a memorable dining experience, with a mix of hits and misses that diners weigh as part of the charm.
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Un joyau délicieux & sans prétention, ce restaurant offre un charme simple & authentique. Son atmosphère décontractée, presque'trou dans le mur', crée une expérience culinaire chaleureuse & accueillante. L'ambiance, bien que peu élaborée, est authentique & conviviale, en faisant une étape incontournable pour ceux qui recherchent une aventure culinaire authentique & accueillante.

Dec 11, 2023
on Google

As a mexican costumer.. this food feels like home. The atmosphere is boring but that's okay so you don't feel like rushing while eating, the owner is friendly.

Nov 21, 2023
on Google
5.0

Muy rica la comida y un servicio muy amable.

Nov 8, 2023
on Google
5.0

J'ai récemment dîné au El Amigo, & c'était une très belle expérience ! Les pupusas étaient croustillantes à l'extérieur & moelleuses à l'intérieur, & le plat de pollo était délicieusement parfumé. Le service était excellent, & l'ambiance authentique a ajouté à l'ensemble de l'expérience. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant pour une délicieuse plongée dans la cuisine salvadorienne.

Oct 25, 2023
on Google

Pupusas 100%

Oct 25, 2023
on Google

Amazing overall

Oct 18, 2023
on Google

j adore les pupussas wow vraiment typiques du Salvador ... je connais ce resto depuis plus de 10 ans & j y vais toujours j ai passer au travers le menu mais j ai jamais déjeuner la hihi

Oct 6, 2023
on Google

Cuisine simple,fraicheur, bonnes proportions, & bons prix! Le chef est bienveillant.
Par contre les toilettes des femmes ( ceux des hommes, je ne sais pas) sont sales y compris les murs. La tenue des toilettes, vous donne une idée sur l'hygiène. Je n'y retournerai pas!

Oct 1, 2023
on Google
5.0

The place is incredibly authentic & the prices are incredibly affodable for the quantity & quality of food. You can bring your drink.

Sep 23, 2023
on Google

L’endroit est simple, mais l’ambiance est très conviviale. Les pupusas sont n°1. Pas trop de gras & avec de très bonnes dimensions. Le propriétaire est trop sympa. Parfait pour une sortie en famille ou un bon repas copieux

Sep 16, 2023
on Google

Casual eatery with incredibly friendly & eager to please owner / cook.

Sep 15, 2023
on Google

Came here for takeout & the food was excellent & the guy was very friendly.

Sep 12, 2023
on Google

Bon accueil & le chef est très gentil & accueillant! Très bonne nourriture avec grandes portions. Nous avons pris 2 papousas, un plat de fajitas & un plat de quesadillas, & nous étions bien remplis à deux. Je recommande fortement!

Aug 28, 2023
on Google
3.0

I had the fried beef tacos & the chicken salad (made with Boston lettuce). The food is fresh but bland & underwhelming. The food lacks spices, complexity & refinement. Price was very reasonable though. The cook (owner I'm guessing) was also the waiter. Not sure if I'll go back.

Aug 27, 2023
on Google

Solo quiero decir que todo estuvo demasiado rico 😋 😋 😋 😋

Aug 22, 2023
on Google

Super friendly service! Cute & really tasty food 🌮 horchata super good

Aug 22, 2023
on Google