Absolutely brilliant! I grew up in Quebec. When I was a kid my parents would make old ElPaso tacos. At the time, this was treat night and the best Mexican food I knew ( please don't laugh ). Then I discovered that there's was more and better than pre-mixed spices and hard packaged tortillas. When I got my driver I would go to Carlos and Pepe's, 3amigos; you know, the typical places that comes to mind for Mexican food in Montreal when you're 18 and from the country. Then I went to Mexico, and again the bar was set higher. I was thought how genuine and fresh Mexican food can be even better. AND THEN I went to ElCactus. Take all my past experience up to now with Mexican food and recalibrate. My friends will tell you, I'm not able to go anywhere else without comparing with ElCactus and simply be disappointed. They did it! They reset my standards to higher expectations. I'll add that it's not only for food, but they also have for genuine Mexican drinks. Their private importation of Mexican alcohol might have something to do with it. The music, decor, plates, glasses and cutlery does make you feel like you're in Mexico. They spare no detail. There's also an outside patio to enjoy a drink on a summer night in a great setting. Chateauguay is not much of a culinary destination but Steve, his wife and her mother as well as the ElCactus crew are giving me hope. Thank you!