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 one of the best spots for authentic Mexican cuisine in Montreal, consistently praised for its flavorful dishes like birria tacos, pozole, and guacamole. Many patrons appreciate the cozy, vibrant atmosphere and the exceptionally friendly and attentive service that characterizes the dining experience. While the majority of guests consider the food fresh, high-quality, and reliable, some reviewers noted that the restaurant can become quite loud and crowded, often necessitating a wait for a table. Opinions on value are somewhat divided, as several customers find the menu delicious and reasonably priced, while others feel that certain portion sizes are small in relation to the cost. Despite occasional concerns regarding consistency or cross-contamination for those with dietary restrictions, the restaurant remains a favorite for many locals who highly recommend it for its traditional flavors and welcoming environment.
I got two types of tacos to take away: el flaco & al pastor. I think the portion is very appropriate for the price. The taste was pleasant, but it didn't stand out to me, unfortunately. Additionally, the service was really nice.
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!
We got the lunch special which includes 3 tacos, a soup or chips & guac & a drink. My wife got the pastor tacos & I got the tinga tacos. Both were delicious but pastors are the best. You can't get three different tacos unfortunately, but you can still share if your wife will let you. Easy on the Mexican salsa, it's pretty spicy, but fun. I got the hibiscus juice for a 2$ extra fee but it was worth it! Great vibes, friendly service.
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!
Great service, the lady explained the dishes very well & was super accommodating. The thosthadha was super crunchy & the ingredients definitely tasted fresh! Gorginamama for sure
the tacos pastor was super super gyattt & the consume was flavorbombshell
+ a nice jarrito to wash it all down made me want to go home & watch the frida movie
We have been searching for a good Mexican restaurant for months & certainly found it at Tacos Frida! The server, Joshua, was attentive & kind, & the food (guacamole, burrito pastor, tortilla soup, etc) was all fantastic. We will be back!!!
Après avoir vu dans l'actualité que l'acteur Russell Crowe as dit que c'était la meilleure cuisine en dehors du Mexique. J'ai été à cette découverte avec une nouvelle amie brésilienne qui voulait l'essayer aussi. Un mercredi soir s'était bien plein & on a dû attendre 30 minutes, car pas réserver de place, je ne pensais pas qu'il serait aussi occupé un milieu de semaine. Endroit bien décoré, mais très petit & serré. Mais la nourriture est excellente, j'ai goûté comme cocktaildu Michelada qui était bien, mais le margarita était super, avec son punch de tequila. Dans les plats, le Tacos Pastor était correct pour moi & mon amie. Mais on a vraiment aimé les 2 autres choix, le Tacos El Flaco avec pour moi mon premier essai de la guacamole, qui était super, & le Tacos Birria était super bon lui aussi. & les 2 sauces sur la table étaient bien savoureuses à rajouter. Il y avait presque plus de dessert, on a dû prendre le gâteau Tres leches qui était correct & léger. Bon service reçu, à part que reçu des menu juste anglais & pas français au début, j'ai demandé de le changer, pourtant j'ai juste parler en français.
Nice small restaurant, very welcoming. The tacos were a bit sad looking. Also had the nachos al pastor, very flavourful. With the tacos came 1 singular slice of lime (less than half) for 3 tacos. The lime was very dry so we asked our server for more & she gladly brought us 2 slices of the same size. By my surprise, we were charged $1 for the "extra" lime. We didn't say anything because we had already payed when we realized, but it just feels a little cheap to be charged for it giving that the one that came with the meal was dry. Overall, the food was pretty good, but there are better taco places out there, that are also more authentic.
