La Gaviota receives consistently positive feedback for a welcoming, neighborhood vibe, attentive service, and high quality food at generous portions. The menu is repeatedly praised for authentic Mexican flavors with standout tacos, especially birria and pastor, along with ceviche, quesabirria, and tasty drinks and cocktails. Guests highlight the casual upscale setting, charming decor, and a terrace that adds to the lively atmosphere, making it a great spot for both casual meals and celebrations. The staff is described as friendly, accommodating, and efficient, with flexible service that suits private events in a second-floor room. Some reviews note occasional gaps in service speed and dishes that can be a bit salty or not perfectly authentic, but overall value is considered excellent. The venue is described as a go-to neighborhood gem, ideal for group dining, casual dinners, and parties, delivering memorable experiences with consistent quality.
Nous avons organisé un souper surprise pour le départ d'une collègue dans la salle privée du Gaviota, & l'expérience a été absolument impeccable du début à la fin.
La communication avec les membres de l'équipe a été exceptionnelle : professionnelle, rapide & très efficace. Ils ont su s'adapter avec grande flexibilité aux besoins spécifiques de notre événement, ce qui a grandement facilité l'organisation.
Sur place, le service a dépassé toutes nos attentes. Le personnel était attentionné, à l'écoute & toujours prêt à ajuster l'horaire du service des plats afin de respecter le déroulement de la soirée. Les portions étaient généreuses, & la qualité de la nourriture & des cocktails était tout simplement remarquable, chaque plat était un véritable coup de coeur, un solide 10/10.
L'expérience karaoké a été parfaite & a ajouté une touche festive qui a rendu la soirée mémorable. Nous avons passé un moment magnifique dans une ambiance conviviale & bien organisée.
Je recommande fortement ce forfait pour toute occasion spéciale. Une expérience sans faute!
Super restaurant de quartier qui offre les meilleurs tacos des miles à la ronde! Service attentif & courtois. La qualité & les saveurs sont toujours au rendez-vous. Essayez le quesabirria & Pastor! Vous ne serez pas déçu!
Wow! Un des meilleurs restos mexicains où j'ai mangé. Tout était excellent, du cocktail, à la ceviche au birria. Succulent! J'y retournerai! En plus, ils ont une grande salle au 2e pour recevoir des groupes.
the waiter seemed very cold & felt like she was just dropping off the food didn't really make the experience enjoyable as she was very unwelcoming…
The place was beautiful, & the food was really good, but I feel like what would've made. The experience. More enjoyable was the waiter being enthusiastic, she was so cold & made us uncomfortable, she had no enthusiasm, seem like she absolutely hated her jo
Rented the second floor for a private event for mom's 60th, around 35 people. Andrea, Paola & the rest of the staff were wonderful in helping organize & providing everything we needed on the day of the event. The decor is already pretty & thus very little decorations were needed. Strongly recommend for your private events !
Dec 6, 2025
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fantastic littlerestaurant, nestled in a residential area. Best tacos I have had in Montreal, & awesome drinks. Authentic Mexican food in an upscale but relaxed setting
This Mexican restaurant leans towards upscale settings with dimmer lighting. There was a group in the upstairs private room that the staff was a bit more focused on, but there were no shortcomings with their service. I ordered the Enchiladas Suiza & really enjoyed the quality of the dish. The sauce was very balanced. The space is nicely decorated, I like the artistic skulls.
En livraison, tacos al pastor très ordinaires & gras, morceaux d'ananas pas murs & durs, portion de guacamole commandée minuscule. Ne vaut pas le prix payé malheureusement.
