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Tacos and beer El Viejon

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.4$$
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Tacos and beer El Viejon Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Tacos El Viejón: Authentic Sinaloan flavor in Montreal, a unique Mexican experience.

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Reviews for Tacos and beer El Viejon

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on Google4.2 (100+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

El Viejon is widely praised for authentic Mexican flavors and generous portions, with a standout lineup including cabeza, lengua, tripa, birria, and al pastor, and tortillas that arrive hot and flavorful. The all you can eat tacos promotion is repeatedly cited as a great value, though a few notes mention extra charges for toppings or cheese and occasional discrepancies with online orders. The horchata, salsa textures, and sauces receive frequent praise, and the meat is described as juicy and well seasoned. Atmosphere is described as lively and welcoming, with friendly service and a lively Mexican soundtrack that contributes to the vibe, even as some find the noise level high. A few reviewers mention slow moments or delays to place orders or fetch drinks, but many say service remains strong and attentive. Compared with other Mexican spots in Montreal, El Viejon is often ranked among the best tacos in town, celebrated for authentic flavors and a family friendly, convivial dining experience. Overall, guests leave satisfied, noting flavor, value, and hospitality.
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This place hits where it counts most: food is fantastic, service is great. They have great promotions throughout the week; personal fave is the 2 for 1 quesadillas on Fridays.

Mar 13, 2026
on Google
5.0

Je recommande fortement ce restaurant. La nourriture est excellente & délicieuse. Le prix est très abordable si l'on compare avec les restaurants autour. Les vendredis 2 pour 1 sur les Quesadillas. Celle à la viande effilochée est très bonne & savoureuse.

Sep 26, 2025
on Google

Ate quesadilla with carnitas. Good amount of carnitas, needs more cheese definitely.. the onions accompanying the dish are delicious. Emiliano's service is very good.
3 things I did not like:
+ No beer (but it is still in the menu. The lost the licence 3 months ago. Menus should be changed). Should be said when you arrive. Not after you got the thirst for it & ask for one & they say there is no beer anymore. Beer is a MUST with tacos & quesadillas & the soups they make..
- too much noise in the restaurant : music in Spanish (I liked it) but they hasld a movie on the huge screen with the volume up, not sure why two sounds at the same time.
- the add outside says All you can eat for x DLLs but it is only Tacos.. should be specified on both sides of the add outside.

Still prefer the classic style of tacos, alambres, sopes & tortas & Mexican'breakfast' on weekends of la Matraca just next to it.

Jun 11, 2025
on Google

Tucked away below street level they specialize in street tacos. We were pleasantly surprised by how absolutely packed each taco was with very tender, well-seasoned meat-they definitely don't hold back. There are many types of tacos, quesadillas, & more on the menu-hearty, flavorful options in a cozy setting.

The friendly service made our visit even more enjoyable, with the staff being incredibly sweet & welcoming.

Jun 10, 2025
on Google