La Cantina

Name: La Cantina
Address: 2022 Stanley St, Montreal, QC, Canada, H3A 1R6
Telephone: (514) 357-2173
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

160 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Mexican

Top tags:

lunch specials (monday to friday)

$23, which includes a soupe or salade, tacos and churros
$5 pinot grigio and noir during lunch

happy hour from 5-6 (monday to friday):
buy one and get the second at half price (Cocktails)

La Cantina’s menu, headed up by chef Jonathan Jimenez, is centerd around upscale twists on many classics: tostadas (deep-fried tortillas topped with vegetables, meat, and other goods), hard and soft shell tacos of course, 13 kinds to be exact. Among other noteworthy dishes, Rivera is excited to be serving tacos with octopus and bacon, brisket tacos, and pork shank.

La Cantina is also serving a range of innovative cocktails. There are awesome margarita and mezcal cocktails of course.

We are located in downtown Montreal, beside undergrown malls (cour mont-royal et centre eaton), in between Concordia and McGill universities, 2 blocks from the bell center (go habs!)

Private room (fits 50-60 ppl)

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(514) 357-2173

Other options

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:45 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:45 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
Phone number
(514) 357-2173
Website
http://www.instagram.com/la_cantina514
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Jonathan Jimenez
Catering
We have done big take out orders for up to 100 people. Call to inquire
Private party facilities
We have a back room that has been booked for weddings, office parties, baby showers, bachelorette parties, birthday parties, etc. It fits up to 50 people (sitting down). Everything has been customed made and imported from Mexico: chairs, tables, table runners, lamps, wall paper, benches, tiles, stone, bricks etc. Clients have brought their own pinatas, djs, photobooths etc. We have made special packages and gotten some of our clients specific wines they want for their event. I am sure we can make your dream event come true.

Location
2022 Stanley St, Montreal, QC H3A 1R6
Neighbourhood
Downtown
Cross Street
Maisonneuve
Parking Details
Underground parking lots in front and beside the restaurant
Public Transit
Peel MetroSherbrooke bus 24
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Chicharrones-Chips de Couenne de Porc$4.00
Pork rind chips
Chapulines (Sauterelles) Grillés au Chipotle
Toasted chapulines (grasshoppers) with chipotle
- P/S$5.00
- G/L$10.00
Quesadilla$8.00
conteint du gluten [contains gluten]; tortilla à la farine, fromage Oaxaca et chorizo espagnol (style charcuterie) [flour tortilla with Oaxaca cheese and Spanish chorizo (charcuterie style)]
Esquites de Maïs$9.00
Maïs, fromage féta et de la mayonnaise au chipotle [Esquites (corn kernels) with feta cheese and chipotle mayonnaise]
Trempette Aux Haricot$10.00
Bean dip vegan
Trempette aux haricots$12.00
Haricots, bacon, fromage feta, crème sure, fromage avec chips tortilla [Bean dip, bacon, feta cheese, sour cream, with tortilla chips]
Chips Avec Guacamole (Avocats, Tomates Et Oignions)
Guacamole with tortilla chips
- P/S$8.00
- G/L$14.00
Ceviche Aux Crevettes Aguachile$16.00
Pas Disponible pour Le Lunch [Not Available During Lunch]; Avec habanero, sauce tomate brûlée, oignons rouges, poivrons rouges, radis, jicama et coriandre accompagnés de chips tortilla [Shrimp Aguachile with habanero, burnt tomato sauce, red onion, red pepper, jicama radish and cilantro accompanied with nachos]

Soupes / Soups

Soupe Aztèque
Bouillon de tomate, juliana de tortilla, fromage Oaxaca et crème sure [Aztec soup, tomato broth, tortilla juliana, Oaxaca and cheese and cream]
- P/S$6.00
- G/L$9.00
Crème de Haricots
crème sure, fromage féta, oignons, coriandre et chips de couenne de porc [Bean cream, sour cream, feta cheese, onion, cilantro and pork rind chips]
- P/S$6.00
- G/L$9.00
Bouillon de Crevettes
Bouillon de tomate au piment guajillo, crevettes, pommes de terre et carottes [Shrimp, tomato broth with guajillo chili, shrimp, potatoes and carrots]
- P/S$7.00
- G/L$10.00
Consome de Borrego
Boullion agneau et tomate, pois chiches, oignons, coriandre [Lamb stew, tomatoe, chickpeas, onions, coriander]
- P/S$6.00
- G/L$9.00

Salade

Pas disponible pour le lunch [Not available during lunch]

Salade de Jicama
avec épinards, suprême d'orange, chia, radis marinés, graines de citrouilles et noix de Grenoble (vinaigrette aux agrumes) [Jicama salad with spinach, orange supreme, chia, marinated radish, pumpkin seeds and walnuts (citrus vinaigrette)]
- P/S$5.00
- G/L$11.00
Salade de Nopales (Cactus)
tomate, fromage féta, avocat, oignon rouge, coriandre, radis frais et chips de porc (vinaigrette balsamique et miel d'agave [Nopales (cactus) salad, tomato, feta cheese, avocado, red onion, cilantro, fresh radish and pork rinds (balsamic vinaigrette and agave honey)]
- P/S$6.00
- G/L$12.00

Tostadas (1)

Pas disponible pour le lunch [Not available during lunch]

Avocat
Avocat, haricots, pico de gallo, laitue, chipotle mayo vegan [Avocado, beans, pico de gallo, lettuce, vegan chipotle mayo]
Poulet$6.00
Poulet rôti au guajillo, purée de haricots, laitue, crème, fromage et avocat [Shredded chicken tostada with guajillo, mashed beans, lettuce, cream, cheese and avocado]
Ceviche aux Crevettes$7.00
Crevettes, mayo chipotle, pico de gallo, avocat [Shrimp ceviche, chipotle mayo, pico de gallo, avocado]
Tartare au Saumon$7.00
avec couenne de porc, concombre, avocat, graines de jalapeño et sésame, et mayonnaise au chipotle [Salmon tartare with pork rinds, cucumber, avocado, jalapeño, sesame seeds, and chipotle mayonnaise]

Tacos (3)

Tacos al pastor$14.00
Porc al pastor, melange de ananas carottes et oignons caramelise, oignon, coriandre [Al pastor pork, pinneaple carrots and caramelized onion mix, coriander]
Taco Pomme de Terre et Mole$14.00
Pomme de terre, mole, oignon mariné, oignons, coriandre, mais en grain, grain de sesame [Potatoes, mole, marinated onions, onions, coriander, corn kernels, sesame seeds]
Cactus Tempura$15.00
Pas disponible pour le lunch [Not available during lunch]; Cactus tempura, jicama, choux rouge, pico de gallo, mayo vegan au chipotle [Cactus tempura, jicama, red cabbage, pico de gallo, veganchipotle mayo]
Crevettes$15.00
à la sauce à l'ail fromage Oaxaca, mayonnaise au chipotle et laitue fraîche [Shrimp in garlic sauce, Oaxaca cheese, chipotle mayonnaise and fresh lettuce]
Poisson Frit$16.00
Pas disponible pour le lunch [Not available during lunch]; mayonnaise au chipotle, avocat, chou rouge et carotte [Deep fried hadock, chipotle mayonnaise, avocado, red cabbage and carrot]
Brisket (Style Suadero)$17.00
Brisket de bouef, oignons, coriandre [Beef brisket, onions, coriander]
Carnitas au Canard$17.00
confit, coriandre, oignons et avocat [Duck confit, cilantro, onions and avocado]
Pieuvre et Bacon$18.00
purée d'haricots, mayonnaise au chipotle et pico de gallo au jus d'orange [Octopus with bacon, mashed beans, chipotle mayonnaise and pico de gallo with orange juice]
Rib Eye Filet$21.00
avec fromage Oaxaca, oignons sautés, tortilla à la farine et guacamole [Rib eye with Oaxaca cheese, sautéed onion, guacamole and flour tortilla]
Chamorro$25.00
Pas disponible pour le lunch [Not available during lunch]; Jarret de porc à la sauce pasilla et au miel d' agave, avec guacamole et salade, accompagné de tortillas pour faire tes propre tacos [Pork shank in pasilla and agave honey sauce, guacamole and salad, accompanied by tortillas to make your own tacos]

Tacos Dorés (4) / Deep Fried Tacos

Servis avec du fromage feta, crème sure, laitue, oignons rouges marinés et coriandre [All served with feta cheese, sour cream, lettuce, pickled red onions and cilantro]

Fromage$15.00
Panela fromage [Panela cheese]
Poulet Effiloché$16.00
Shredded chicken
Bœuf (Brisket)$18.00
Beef tacos (brisket)

Extra / Sides

Guacamole$3.00
Fromage Feta$2.00
Feta cheese
Framage Oaxaca$3.00
cheese Oaxaca
Crème Sure$2.00
sour cream
Haricot$2.00
beans
Pico de Gallo$2.00

Desserts

Churros$5.00
option caramel ou chocolat [option chocolate ou caramel]
Crème Glacée au Maïs$6.00
Corn ice cream
Crème Glacée au Coco-Chocolat$6.00
Chocolate-coconut ice cream
Crème Glacée$8.00
et churros

What 160 people are saying

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.1Value

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Maria
Montreal
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really nice resto, good food, good service, and a nice place to catch up with friends during the week!
YK
YoussraKd
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is a gem !!! It is a MUST! Amazing food, very friendly staff, the ambiance of the restaurant will take you to the heart of Oaxaca within the first bite of your taco, and did I mention amazing, out of this world, mouthwatering foood! The Arrachera tacos and the chicken quesadilla are a must to order! Big thank you to the chef and its staff for making such a beautiful culinary artsy restaurant in the heart of our beloved Montreal! Also, do not skip dessert! Chocolate churros with a cinnamon twist 😍😍😍😍 I don’t usually write reviews but this place is SO worth it.
TP
TatianaP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was quick & nice waitress. Food delicious & ambiance fun!
LA
LillithA
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
“I was genuinely pleased with LaCantina’s ambiance and especially their food! We had went for a girls night and the drinks were delightful and the staff was great. I would definetly go again and it’s highly recommended. Thank you!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
La comida estuvo espectacular.
DH
DavidH
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
La Cantina is our new favorite Mexican restaurant. Everything was delicious: the chicken and chorizo quesadillas, and the brisket and fried fish tacos. The fish tacos were particularly tasty. There is an excellent selection of mezcal-based cocktails, and the spicy margaritas were wonderful. The décor is nice and simple, and the service was friendly and efficient. We will go back.
AS
AlexS
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food was excellent!! Shrimp tacos and chips and guac were amazing.
FP
FranceP
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Booked before an Habs game, super good authentic Mexican food in a Mexican ambiance. Food was good and service fast. Service super ! Will return for Churos tacos and margaritas.
LP
LeonieP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bel endroit, repas délicieux, bons cocktails, bien situé
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 9, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Overall, excellent supper, would definitely return, had the Al Pastor tacos which were excellent, the wife had the fried fish tacos which I thought were oily but my wife adored them, so depending on your taste, I would surely retour and don’t forget the churros which are very very good !
C
Cockrel
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Bonne margarita, experience intéressente pour les sauterelles et La nourriture était très bonne et fraiche. Bon Churros tendre et que dire du caramel…un delice!
JF
JulieF
Montreal
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 5, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
The portion of ceviche was small but it was very good. Service was nice.
TT
2ToTravel
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
This was the first time visiting La Cantina. The ambience was very lively when we walked in. The service was great. The food was good. We had the hot bean dip and it was fabulous. It was followed by the pulled chicken and brisket tacos. They were good but a tad dry. There was an abundance of food and we ended up taking some to go. The washrooms were clean and bright. Overall, I would recommend La Cantina to friends as a casual and different dining experience.
CB
CarolineB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience4
Les portions sont très petites, mais c'est délicieux
F
Franyu
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
A good mexican place downtown. The drinks and food are all amazing
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience4
The vibe is nice and the margaritas are good. I wasn’t impressed with the salsa, sauces, or dessert. The server was nice but slow. Tacos are pretty good. The value is there but you’re definitely sacrificing quality.
AB
AnneB
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
A good place to enjoy mexican food cooked by a mexican chef. I recommend
JB
JulieB
Montreal
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great location downtown, friendly staff, authentic mexican cuisine, yummy. Less pricey than other restaurants in the vicinity.
N
Nick
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good and authentic mexican restaurant. I recommend!
A
Audi07
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great. We went with the employees from our work for a lunch!
LS
LouiseS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My 1st time, but my colleague was at their second and ++ visit. I will go back to your restaurant. Many tks
J
Joss
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice atmosphere with great food and fast service!
CD
CathyD
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall3food4service5ambience2
Ambiance décor menu besoin d'être plus coloré et thématique.
PJ
PerlaJ
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
The waitress was very nice. BUT Bathroom was dirty and closed early for the fact that they offer drinks. So unless you are having dinner is not worth it to go because they kicked you out. Cantinas are bars in Spanish . So the name is deceiving
MC
MCGPR
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Nuestro mesero Santiago fue un amor; simpático, amable, pasamos una noche estupenda.
MT
MarcT
Montreal
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Repas était super mais il devrait avoir plus de choix de breuvages.
NM
NMYH
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2022
overall3food5service3ambience4
Our server was very nice, but there appeared to be only one server, so we had long waits to speak to her. However Great lunch menu!
S
Sylvie
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience1
Place is a bit dirty. Food and drinks were mediocre and the service was not good. Would not recommend.
TR
TracyR
Hawaii
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I brought a few co-workers here for lunch. It was prefect for a light lunch. I had the Tacos El Pastor, and they were excellent. The server brought out 3 different sauces prior to our meal and explained each one. Food was good, service was good, good value, and the ambiance was decent for a small restaurant. Touched all of the bases for me, so I will definitely be back next time I’m in town.
C
Camcam
Montreal
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 4, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
Beau resto , bonne musique , belle ambiance, mais la cuisine est décevante . Beau dans l’assiette mais manque de goût en bouche pour de la cuisine mexicaine. La Guacamole est normal… Pas plus! Les coktails sont bon . Prix élevé pour la qualité selon-moi
MR
MichaelR
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. The vegan options were great. Waitress was lovely.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montreal
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Really enjoyed my first time at La Cantina with friends! The staff went above & beyond to set us up for a beautiful evening with delicious meals. Would definitely come back!!!
DR
DanielR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 30, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food that makes me remember my brazilian palate. Delicious.
PH
PeterH
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great food! A little short of serving staff given the busyness but we were not in a rush. Would definitely return and recommend. Try the spicy mezcal margaritas!
G
Guywhoeatsinmontreal
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
There have been some mixed reviews of this restaurant but that was not my experience last night at all. Excellent food (shrimp ceviche to die for, great tacos al pastor), great drinks and very attentive service. Fun atmosphere and seriously reasonably priced. 100% recommend.
SD
SheylaD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and vegan options are in the menu as well. The margarita was definitely my favorite drink
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montreal
20 reviews
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience2
Service was slow. Food was ok. Way too much onions and coriander in every dish. Overall it’s ok, nothing spectacular.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montreal
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Margaritas and Moscow mule were good. Tried the guacamole and shrimp tacos, they were delicious. Service was good and fast.
RC
RCityeScape
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
The place is okay. Food is okay. Service wasn’t amazing. Okay place for a lunch, perhaps will give it a try for supper and see if the experience is different.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service

FAQs

La Cantina does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. La Cantina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (514) 357-2173.

La Cantina is rated 4.5 stars by 160 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(514) 357-2173

Other options

2022 Stanley St, Montreal, QC H3A 1R6

Additional information

Cross Street
Maisonneuve
Neighbourhood
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:45 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:45 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Business Casual
Parking Details
Underground parking lots in front and beside the restaurant
Public Transit
Peel MetroSherbrooke bus 24
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jonathan Jimenez
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.instagram.com/la_cantina514
Phone number
(514) 357-2173
Catering
We have done big take out orders for up to 100 people. Call to inquire
Private party facilities
We have a back room that has been booked for weddings, office parties, baby showers, bachelorette parties, birthday parties, etc. It fits up to 50 people (sitting down). Everything has been customed made and imported from Mexico: chairs, tables, table runners, lamps, wall paper, benches, tiles, stone, bricks etc. Clients have brought their own pinatas, djs, photobooths etc. We have made special packages and gotten some of our clients specific wines they want for their event. I am sure we can make your dream event come true.

La Cantina

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

Entrées / Appetizers

Chicharrones-Chips de Couenne de Porc$4.00

Chapulines (Sauterelles) Grillés au Chipotle

Quesadilla$8.00

Esquites de Maïs$9.00

Trempette Aux Haricot$10.00

Trempette aux haricots$12.00

Chips Avec Guacamole (Avocats, Tomates Et Oignions)

Ceviche Aux Crevettes Aguachile$16.00

Soupes / Soups

Soupe Aztèque

Crème de Haricots

Bouillon de Crevettes

Consome de Borrego

Salade

Salade de Jicama

Salade de Nopales (Cactus)

Tostadas (1)

Avocat

Poulet$6.00

Ceviche aux Crevettes$7.00

Tartare au Saumon$7.00

Tacos (3)

Tacos al pastor$14.00

Taco Pomme de Terre et Mole$14.00

Cactus Tempura$15.00

Crevettes$15.00

Poisson Frit$16.00

Brisket (Style Suadero)$17.00

Carnitas au Canard$17.00

Pieuvre et Bacon$18.00

Rib Eye Filet$21.00

Chamorro$25.00

Tacos Dorés (4) / Deep Fried Tacos

Fromage$15.00

Poulet Effiloché$16.00

Bœuf (Brisket)$18.00

Extra / Sides

Guacamole$3.00

Fromage Feta$2.00

Framage Oaxaca$3.00

Crème Sure$2.00

Haricot$2.00

Pico de Gallo$2.00

Desserts

Churros$5.00

Crème Glacée au Maïs$6.00

Crème Glacée au Coco-Chocolat$6.00

Crème Glacée$8.00

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