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.
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!
Loved the food & service. The chicken, beef, shrimp tacos all crazy delicious 😋 the spicy tamarind margarita yummy 😍 service is perfect, kind & lovely people.
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.
Jun 21, 2026
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The food always hits. We went at 3pm figuring it would be quiet & it was still pretty fullf rec. The food is always delicious & I have never gotten a bad meal, not matter what ww order. We had just a margarita, large guacamole & some cause beef tacos. They were so delicious.
I had what the waitress suggested & it was fabulous. Beef burria tacos I think it was.
Staff are really laidback & friendly. Overall a great experience.
Another tasty taco spot! We ordered delivery & tried the Al Pastor, beef fajita-style tacos, & the carnitas. The Al Pastor & carnitas were definite winners-super flavourful & juicy. Both the red & green salsas were delicious, & the guacamole was fresh & really well-seasoned. Everything held up great for delivery, but next time, we'll try dining in to get the full experience!
Wildly inconsistent.... inedible this time..Last time we got food from here it was the most amazing fajitas I'd ever eaten the beef was so tender & flavourful. My partners chorizo tacos were delicious. We order the *exact* same thing today, awful. We couldn't even finish our meals. Dry, flavorless. My beef in my fajita was like rubber & tasted like nothing. The peppers were raw. The chorizo one looked so sad & was also flavorless. I don't understand how inconsistent this can be from amazing to inedible. It worrys me from ever coming a third time. 😕
Since traveling to Mexico in Feb 2024, we have been trying to find an authentic style Mexican restaurant in Montreal. We did find this one that fits the bill. The food was fresh & delicious. We started with chips & guacamole. The chips were crunchy & freshly fried, & I would have liked more. The guacamole tasted just like mine, homemade. I did, however, find it quite expensive at $4.50 for 8 chips & 3 tbsps of guac. We then had, for our main meal, I had a beef burrito, & my partner had the carnitas platter. The Beef Asada Burrito was huge. The flour tortilla was filled with lots of grilled beef, lettuce, refried beans, cheese, & a bit of rice. Both red & green salsa were provided to up the spice factor & taste. As for the carnitas plate, it was served with rice, guacamole, black beans & 4 tortillas & carnitas (pulled pork with pico de gallo). It too lacked some spice & heat but was filling for those with big appetites. Reservations are not accepted, so be prepared to wait. We were there Friday at 6:15 & the place was full. We did have a short wait, which wasn't too bad. Except for the fact that it was way too hot inside. It seemed like the AC was out. Even the staff complained. Yes, this is an option for Mexican food. Next time we go, we'll make sure itbis cooler outside.
