I like pretty much everything about Burritoville. They are often out of avocados, but the burritos are still amazing without it, thanks to sweet potatoes.
The place has a great hippie feel, it makes you want to stay there for hours.
I went here the first weekend in October with my mom & was pleasantly surprised. It has a casual/indie/artsy atmosphere I am quite comfy with & the menu is very vegan-friendly as all items can be veganized (with reasonable & free substitutions like guacamole).
My mom was annoyed because her quesadilla was unintentionally veganized, but my burrito was as ordered & tasty. Location is great, near St. Catherine street downtown (& 2 blocks from our hotel). English-friendly (as is most of Montreal)
I've eaten here numerous times for lunch since the menu is good and inexpensive. The place is nice and has free wifi. The staff is friendly and helpful, the atmosphere is casual. The menu includes a burrito, a taco or a quesadilla, crisps and guacamole or salsa or a soup (that is always vegan). Every dish is veganisable by replacing cheese by guacamole or salsa when you order. However, there was not a lot of vegan choices for dessert.
Burritoville is a great place to have lunch. Three different burritos, three quesadillas, and three tacos to choose from. Cheese in any item can be replaced with quac or sweet potato at no extra cost. They also serve homemade chips and salsa, salad and soup. Very friendly staff, wholesome filling food, and a cute bohemian atmosphere. Get the sweet potato burrito - you won't regret it!
Our server/food maker sneezed several time while making our Burritos and used his hands to catch it. I really couldn't eat there ever again as it was a very unpleasant experience--and we had gone out of our way to visit.
The food was all vegetarian with some vegan options. The menu is not extensive and maybe half of it could be made vegan. They also had some vegan baked goods (ask to make sure they are vegan). A fun place to eat at, but I wouldn't describe it as exceptional.
It is nice to know that there is another vegetarian option other than Le Commensal in the downtown area.
I was just a bit turned off to see that the servers would use their hands to serve the Nacho chips and handling money at the same time.
I guess I am one of the only people who pays attention to these things.
I have been to Burritoville many times and it never disappoints. Maybe it's because of the location - literally across the street from the "downtown hub" of Concordia University - but I find myself craving their food from time to time.
Portions, as mentioned in other reviews, are quite large. They offer a few types of burritos as well as enchiladas and such. The sweet potato burrito is my personal favourite while the spinach enchiladas are very good as well. I usually get a serving of quinoa salad with my meals; it's not exceptional - maybe a bit too much lemon - but it's so healthy I can't resist.
I would also like to underscore that the restaurant, in my experience, is not the least bit "dirty." It has a very communal, lived in feel. They intend for it and I enjoy it. At Burritoville you feel at home and among friends. They have, upstairs and down, space for music acts. The upstairs also has a bar and art on display.
Another upside is their commitment to reducing waste whereby patrons can separate compost from garbage from recyclables.
been here twice now and i love it! the first time, i had just two sides of grilled veggies and a vegan cookie; today i had the sweet potato quesadilla sans fromage. it was magnificent. friendly staff, relaxed ambience, great prices. i'll be back.
My friend and I had the burrito combo. Mine (the sweet potato one) was very good, and just at the limit of being too spicy. My friend, however, had digestive upsets after eating his, a spicier one. The beans used weren't all that fresh. Also I would have appreciated soup, more in the way of salads and greens, perhaps a juice or two instead of all the speciality teas, and some items that are not spicy. (Guacamole sfor example or a tofu cream cheese dip.) Service was minimal and could have been friendlier the day we were there. It was noisy at first but we asked them to turn the sound system down and they obliged.
I used to go here quite often in NDG and apparently they are closing the NDG location and focusing only on the new downtown restaurant. I suppose that makes sense but I have to say I always was happier when I ate in NDG... smaller, friendlier, and seemed to taste better.
That being said, this place is fun, they have good chips and ok salsa. They also have delicious cookies. It is wonderful that they are local and organic and the burritos are a nice, big, filling size. The staff is friendly and the prices are good.
Honestly, if they worked on the salsa a bit it could make me a regular of this place. As is, when I need my salsa/chip fix I go to Los Classicos on st-laurent. However, it is located right by Concordia, is cheap and pretty great. Check it out.
12 Reviews
First Review by cookiemonster
iamnickd
Points +20
Great - Edit
Great
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Babette
Points +2113
Awesome place to eat burritos and relax - Edit
I like pretty much everything about Burritoville. They are often out of avocados, but the burritos are still amazing without it, thanks to sweet potatoes.
Read moreThe place has a great hippie feel, it makes you want to stay there for hours.
Pros: Hippie feel, Affordable, Nice decoration
Guest
slithers
Points +723
Casual Delight - Edit
I went here the first weekend in October with my mom & was pleasantly surprised. It has a casual/indie/artsy atmosphere I am quite comfy with & the menu is very vegan-friendly as all items can be veganized (with reasonable & free substitutions like guacamole).
Read moreMy mom was annoyed because her quesadilla was unintentionally veganized, but my burrito was as ordered & tasty. Location is great, near St. Catherine street downtown (& 2 blocks from our hotel). English-friendly (as is most of Montreal)
Pros: Cheap, Veganizeable, Tasty
Cons: Dairy (not vegan yet)
Guest
JonJon
Points +21240
Great for lunch! - Edit
I've eaten here numerous times for lunch since the menu is good and inexpensive. The place is nice and has free wifi. The staff is friendly and helpful, the atmosphere is casual. The menu includes a burrito, a taco or a quesadilla, crisps and guacamole or salsa or a soup (that is always vegan). Every dish is veganisable by replacing cheese by guacamole or salsa when you order. However, there was not a lot of vegan choices for dessert.
Read moreI recommend the place for a quick and good bite!
Pros: good food, veganisable, decent prices, pleasant place, friendly staff
Cons: few vegan desserts
Guest
Grabsy
Points +281
Yummy burritos - Edit
Burritoville is a great place to have lunch. Three different burritos, three quesadillas, and three tacos to choose from. Cheese in any item can be replaced with quac or sweet potato at no extra cost. They also serve homemade chips and salsa, salad and soup. Very friendly staff, wholesome filling food, and a cute bohemian atmosphere. Get the sweet potato burrito - you won't regret it!
Read morePros: mostly organic, cute atmosphere, great staff
Cons: small menu, closed mondays
Guest
teal_ocean
Points +122
Unsanitary - Edit
Our server/food maker sneezed several time while making our Burritos and used his hands to catch it. I really couldn't eat there ever again as it was a very unpleasant experience--and we had gone out of our way to visit.
Read moreCons: unclean staff
Guest
Poppy Seed
Points +28
Not bad... - Edit
The food was all vegetarian with some vegan options. The menu is not extensive and maybe half of it could be made vegan. They also had some vegan baked goods (ask to make sure they are vegan). A fun place to eat at, but I wouldn't describe it as exceptional.
Read morePros: fresh ingredients, vegan-friendly, some vegan baked goods
Cons: small menu, mediocre options
Guest
Ilovecows
Points +61
Good location - Edit
It is nice to know that there is another vegetarian option other than Le Commensal in the downtown area.
Read moreI was just a bit turned off to see that the servers would use their hands to serve the Nacho chips and handling money at the same time.
I guess I am one of the only people who pays attention to these things.
Pros: Good Location, Reasonable price
Guest
TRaeCH
Points +384
Like coming home to a delicious meal - Edit
I have been to Burritoville many times and it never disappoints. Maybe it's because of the location - literally across the street from the "downtown hub" of Concordia University - but I find myself craving their food from time to time.
Read morePortions, as mentioned in other reviews, are quite large. They offer a few types of burritos as well as enchiladas and such. The sweet potato burrito is my personal favourite while the spinach enchiladas are very good as well. I usually get a serving of quinoa salad with my meals; it's not exceptional - maybe a bit too much lemon - but it's so healthy I can't resist.
I would also like to underscore that the restaurant, in my experience, is not the least bit "dirty." It has a very communal, lived in feel. They intend for it and I enjoy it. At Burritoville you feel at home and among friends. They have, upstairs and down, space for music acts. The upstairs also has a bar and art on display.
Another upside is their commitment to reducing waste whereby patrons can separate compost from garbage from recyclables.
Pros: Sustainable, Delicious, Vibe
Cons: not open Sundays
Guest
LaVanessa
Points +387
miam miam miam - Edit
been here twice now and i love it! the first time, i had just two sides of grilled veggies and a vegan cookie; today i had the sweet potato quesadilla sans fromage. it was magnificent. friendly staff, relaxed ambience, great prices. i'll be back.
Read morePros: healthy, cheap, relaxed
Guest
Begonia
Points +61
Menu indeed small - Edit
My friend and I had the burrito combo. Mine (the sweet potato one) was very good, and just at the limit of being too spicy. My friend, however, had digestive upsets after eating his, a spicier one. The beans used weren't all that fresh. Also I would have appreciated soup, more in the way of salads and greens, perhaps a juice or two instead of all the speciality teas, and some items that are not spicy. (Guacamole sfor example or a tofu cream cheese dip.) Service was minimal and could have been friendlier the day we were there. It was noisy at first but we asked them to turn the sound system down and they obliged.
Read morePros: Good food , Vegan friendly
Cons: Friend had digestive upsets, Items missing on menu , Noisy at first
Guest
cookiemonster
Points +1539
Fun, Cheap, Friendly - Edit
I used to go here quite often in NDG and apparently they are closing the NDG location and focusing only on the new downtown restaurant. I suppose that makes sense but I have to say I always was happier when I ate in NDG... smaller, friendlier, and seemed to taste better.
Read moreThat being said, this place is fun, they have good chips and ok salsa. They also have delicious cookies. It is wonderful that they are local and organic and the burritos are a nice, big, filling size. The staff is friendly and the prices are good.
Honestly, if they worked on the salsa a bit it could make me a regular of this place. As is, when I need my salsa/chip fix I go to Los Classicos on st-laurent. However, it is located right by Concordia, is cheap and pretty great. Check it out.
Pros: Cheap, Fun
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