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.
THE Best tacos in the neighborhood, & def one of the best I've tried in Montreal so far. Michelada was 👌🏻 We tried the Gobernador ( shrimps) tacos 🌮💚 & the Fish 🐟 tacos. Both were delicious but damn those shrimps were 🤤 Service is sweet & quick, & they have happy hour on drinks everyday, best way to try out the terrasse. Will go there often this summer.
This place deserves all the stars of the world! The flavour is amazing & Jessica is very nice server. Great vibe & music, I felt like a was back home enjoying Mexico 🇲🇽😋 A must to come if you're in the area.
Excellent sur toute la ligne! Les mets mexicains sont savoureux, le service est gentil, attentionné, avec un joli souci du détail. Nous avons eu une réception pour un mariage & malgré le nombre de personnes (5 ou 6 douzaines) toute l'équipe de la Gaviota a travaillé fort, en offrant des mets & un service hors pair avec professionalisme & gentillesse & des sourires constants. Un grand merci!
Best tacos I've had probably ever! I couldn't stop coming back here during my last Montreal visit. I highly recommend the Birria. The service was great too!
Buen restaurante , sin embargo considero que el precio de las entradas esta muy elevado, pedí guacamole, un poco decepcionante ya que la porción era pequena, el sabor no era muy bueno y los nachos no eran buenos, pedí unos tacos ryb eye tenia mucha pellejo y no estaban sazonados, por dos personas pague 130 con todo y propina , espero que tomen encuenta los comentario ya que veo que el restaurante tiene mucho potencial !
Some of the tacos were really good, except the rib eye which was tasteless. Great Mezcal cocktail. Service was basic & very slow. There were literally only 5 tables & they were served already. We were a group of 6 & wanted to pay for the birthday gal, the bill took 30 minutes to make, results in picture. Please improve your service, you're missing a lot of opportunities.
Le service était moyen, je n'ai pas compris pourquoi la serveuse faisait un grand sourire à la femme en face de moi tandis que moi je n'ai eu droit qu'à une expression neutre. Un peu cher mais délicieux.
