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CAFÉ Le NIGIRIZ
Coffee Shop

CAFÉ Le NIGIRIZ

Japanese Onigiri Cafe
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.6$
OPEN8 am - 7 pm
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CAFÉ Le NIGIRIZ Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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*as of 2026-02-01
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Review Summary

CAFÉ Le NIGIRIZ earns praise for its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and authentic Japanese vibe, with onigiri that are fresh and visually appealing and drinks like matcha, hojicha and kinako latte that many call standout; reviewers describe the space as calming and inviting, good for lingering with a laptop, studying, or a casual bite, and several call it a hidden gem and a must visit in Montreal. The menu's variety is noted, including salmon, tuna mayo, ume, yuzu mentaiko onigiri, and sides and miso soup that complement the rice triangles well, with prices considered reasonable. Some criticisms appear: onigiri can be hit or miss, a few orders were too salty or lacked condiments like soy sauce or wasabi, service can be slow at times, and a scorching day without air conditioning affected comfort. A few experiences mention crowded tables due to customers using laptops, but overall patrons leave with a positive impression and look forward to returning for the next round of flavors.
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Cette ramen vaut le détour, elle est vraiment excellente

Feb 9, 2026
on Google
4.0

This coffee shop specializes in onigiri, & the atmosphere is definitely a strong point. It's stylish, cozy, & well thought out - the coin-covered floor is a standout detail & very cool.

As for the food, it's average. For the same price, you can find onigiri at a kiosk near McGill that may not have the same hype or aesthetic, but offers more flavor & much more generous fillings.

I tried three onigiri: breaded chicken, egg, & tuna with mayonnaise. The breaded chicken was my favorite, followed by the tuna. The egg one came last for me.

I'd recommend trying it at least once, especially if you appreciate a nice atmosphere. That said, I wouldn't go back on my own, as flavor matters more to me than a cool setting.

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

Très bon & endroit magnifique

Feb 5, 2026
on Google
5.0

We had an onigiri craving (again) & followed it straight here, & honestly? Zero regrets. The place is wonderfully cozy. The menu is packed with creative flavors, & the ones we tried - spicy tuna & sun-dried tomato - were genuinely excellent: super fresh, well-balanced, & dangerously easy to inhale.

Bonus points for the Valentine's Day chaos: they're shaping the onigiri like little hearts until then. Yes, it's corny. Yes, it's adorable. & yes, we are absolutely here for it. I paired mine with a hojicha latte, which was smooth, comforting, & quietly doing its job very well.

Also worth mentioning: the pennies embedded in the floor, which is such a fun, quirky detail.

All in all, carbs can be cute, cozy, & emotionally supportive. We'll be back. Probably soon. 🍙💛

Feb 5, 2026
on Google

Nous avons commandé 5 onigiris & deux boissons un dimanche à 13h30. Ça a pris 30 minutes avant d'être servis, ce qui est long. Notre commande était pour emporter.

Les onigiris étaient bons, excepté le Ume que nous avons trouvé particulièrement salé. Gros coup de coeur pour le Diable.

Au niveau des boissons, nous avons pris un matcha latte & un Kinako latte. Ils étaient bons. Par contre, nos gobelets n'étaient pas remplis au complet. Nous avions pris le format petit. Nous trouvons cela décevant. Je mets une photo du gobelet contenant le Kinako qui n'avait pas encore été entamé.

Globalement, l'expérience était correcte. Pour le prix & le temps d'attente par contre, je ne suis pas certaine si je le recommande & ne pense pas y retourner.

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

Delicious onigiri, warm & rich lattes, chill atmosphere with great bgm (jp&en). Did I mention the floor is literally lined with pennies! Would definitely come back!

Note: laptops are prohibited 12pm-2pm weekdays & 11:30am-5pm weekends

Jan 31, 2026
on Google

Super découverte ! Étant fan de cuisine japonaise, c'est rare de tomber sur de bons restos à Montréal, & celui-ci fait clairement partie des pépites. Onigiris préparés minute avec des ingrédients frais, goût vraiment authentique. Le personnel est adorable, je recommande à 100 % !

Jan 21, 2026
on Google

J'ai beaucoup aimé l'intérieur, il y a définitivement beaucoup de potentiel & le staff est gentil!! Par contre j'ai été très déçu; les onigiris qu'on a commandé étaient 10% thon & 90% riz. Ils sont très beaux & ce n'est peut être pas une bonne représentation de votre standard, c'est pourquoi je tiens à vous laisser ce review en espérant qu'il soit constructif!!

Jan 19, 2026
on Google

Small, with limited seating, but such a warm & cozy familial atmosphere. The food is savory & delicious & the service is inviting & hospitable. Would definitely come again!

Dec 26, 2025
on Google

10/10 The vibes, the food, the drinks, the service, the little pastries. everything is excellent. I wish I lived in MTL just to visit more often.

Dec 25, 2025
on Google

Honestly the best oat-milk matcha latte I've ever had by a long shot. Must try! (& I need to understand their secret.)

Dec 24, 2025
on Google

i can't believe i didn't know about this place. we loved it!

Dec 23, 2025
on Google
5.0

un lieu tellement paisible & agreable. Les onigiris sont juste delicieux & leur latte une pepite

Nov 15, 2025
on Google

Amazingly cozy ambiance. Service was good & the food was on par. I loved seeing the attention to detail the workers had about the food. I know the study hours are limited, but I would go with or without a laptop.

Nov 12, 2025
on Google

Une belle adresse ! Les onigiri sont très bons ! Les boissons aussi. Coup de coeur pour le latte au kinako qui est excellent. On reviendra !

Nov 10, 2025
on Google

My favorite café in Montréal. The staff are the kindest people & the food & drinks are all amazing. It makes me feel like I'm back in Japan. I can't recommend this place more.

Oct 23, 2025
on Google

The hojicha, matcha 🍵, & the delicious onigiri 🍙 hit the spot! Thank you 😊

Oct 11, 2025
on Google

Service is genuine & the food is inspired!!

Oct 10, 2025
on Google
5.0

Laid back Japanese café with decent selection of onigiri & drinks! A perfect afternoon snack spot. Their matcha was really good & you can adjust the sweetness level to your liking. Friendly service :)

Oct 10, 2025
on Google
5.0

Probably the best onigiri i had! This i a must stop place everytime i come to montreal ❤? portion size is great & everything taste fresh! 100% recommended

Sep 24, 2025
on Google