Tacos Frida specializes in authentic Mexican street food, emphasizing traditional preparation methods and vibrant, high-quality ingredients. The menu centers on a variety of tacos featuring slow-cooked meats, fresh salsas, and house-made tortillas that provide a distinct, hand-crafted texture. Guests find a focused selection of Latin American staples that highlight bold chiles, aromatic cilantro, and zesty lime profiles. The setting functions as a functional, casual space designed for efficient service and an informal atmosphere. Beyond the core taco offerings, the kitchen prepares various regional specialties that round out a cohesive menu of classic Mexican flavors. This establishment prioritizes consistent culinary execution, relying on time-honored recipes to maintain a standard of quality that appeals to those seeking an unpretentious, flavor-forward experience rooted in traditional culinary practices.
Tacos Frida is widely celebrated as a standout destination in Montréal for those seeking authentic, flavorful Mexican cuisine in a vibrant and cozy atmosphere. Many visitors highlight the birria, al pastor, and shrimp tacos as exceptional, often complemented by fresh guacamole and delicious margaritas. The staff consistently earns praise for being friendly, attentive, and welcoming, contributing to a warm, cultural experience. While some diners have noted that the restaurant can become quite busy and loud during peak hours, and opinions on portion sizes vary, the majority of guests describe their meals as high-quality and reasonably priced. With its bright, cheerful decor and reliable, consistent service, this spot is frequently recommended as a must-visit for anyone craving a genuine and satisfying Mexican dining experience.
Love this restaurant, one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Montréal for authenticity, price, quality, & quantity. The staff is always so friendly & making sure our orders are complete. We had a few times that they forgot the guacamole for my burrito but each time they made up for it & made us feel like valued customers. I am originally from the West Coast & have family in California so I feel I am experienced in my opinion of Mexican cuisine. They also sell traditional Mexican candy which is a plus. Would highly recommend, you won't be disappointed.
It's been over a decade that I've had authentic tacos. My son & I took the REM all the way from the south shore to Montreal today then transferred to the subway to try this place. My son is ten & has never had authentic Mexican cuisine.
We shared three types of tacos: The Beef biria, the carnitas, & the pastor, also we shared a serving of freshly made tortilla chips with guacamole. We each had a bottle of pop: mango soda, & pineapple soda. They put two big squeeze bottles of sauces on the table for us to try, one orange & spicy, the other a mild pale green sauce tasting of cilantro & lime. I put a ton of the green sauce on the pastor, very good.
Everything was amazing. The birria tacos & the guacamole were our favourites.
We went around 3:30 pm on a Wednesday in July. It was very relaxed & quiet. The atmosphere is clean, comfortable & VERY beautifully & brightly decorated. The staff were friendly & very helpful when we were deciding on what to order. Hours later, we are still talking about it. Can't wait to go back! Thank you Tacos Frida team/family!
Great food, really solid & authentic Mexican dishes. I would come back for the food & friendly waiters.
However, I repeatedly witnessed what appeared to be the owner loudly reprimanding staff in front of customers. It made the atmosphere very uncomfortable & affected the dining experience.
After seeing this more than once, I've decided not to return & am also considering reporting the situation to the relevant authorities, as this behavior in the workplace is totally unacceptable & should not be tolerated.
Jul 2, 2026
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Been here several times & the quality of food & service remains consistent & reliable anytime were craving authentic tacos! We love coming here for their birria or shrimp tacos & mojitos but the menu has great options🔥
Surprisingly an overall deeply disappointing experience. To start off, our side of chips & guacamole (accompanying salsa was curiously not an option?) came with only 7 chips for the both of us! Not to mention that this was a paid side, unlike the norm in most taco joints. I ordered the Oaxacan beef tacos, which are supposedly the chef's specialty, & was met with dry meat & an underwhelming amount of seasoning. The two table sauces offered little help, as earthy bitterness took over the acidic brightness you would usually come to expect. My partner, who is from the Southern United States, & thus accustomed to quality Latin American/Mexican cooking, ordered the chicken quesadilla & was also very disappointed by how dry & flavourless it was, even going so far as to believe precooked sandwich meat may have been used.
If you want quality authentic tacos in Montreal (which granted, is a rarity in itself!), the best we have had here was surprisingly Impac Taco located in marché aux puces Métropolitain. The La Toxica located in Chinatown is also decent.
This little Mexican restaurant serves great authentic food & some items on the menu can only be found there.
Good Mexican vibe too. The nachos & salads were super fresh & flavorful.
Always A1 service & Authentica Mexican cuisine
My kids love coming here wearing their Lucia masks
Their cocktails are good
Their Birria tacos are to die for
Their tortilla soup is delicious
Their guacamole is fresh & tasty
We love their $17.95 special as well that includes a drink, three tacos & a soup or chips & guac
Best Mexican restaurant in Montreal. The consistency, portions, freshness, authenticity & quality of their products are second to none. Very fair prices too, you cannot go wrong!
It was Cinco de Mayo yesterday & I said whatever it takes I am going on a hunt for some Mexican food. I found the Treasure!!! Hit Gold with Tacos Frida. The chicken tacos are made with a chipotle sauce with just the right kick mixed in with all the ingredients topped with green salsa made them authentic, flavorful & delicious.
It was my first time having Tacos in Montreal. So I decided to try them. The food was really authentic Mexican style & I found the flavors to be well-balanced. I recommend trying them; I'm sure you'll enjoy them. You can also have a shot of Tequila with some Tajin seasoning on the side.
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