CAFÉ Le NIGIRIZ feels like a cozy, stylish Japanese-inspired cafe where onigiri are fresh, creative, and visually appealing, with drinks such as matcha and hojicha lattes that many customers praise, though a few find some onigiri overly salty or the matcha blends bland; the place is repeatedly noted for its charming interior, good natural light, and a laid-back vibe with solid music, making it a standout hidden gem in Montreal; prices have risen recently and some feel the quality has slipped, turning a once affordable treat into a premium experience for regulars, while others emphasize delicious food, good drinks, and the suggestion to try at least two onigiri to feel satisfied; the staff are frequently described as friendly and the atmosphere as welcoming, with special touches like heart-shaped onigiri around Valentine’s and a floor of pennies that adds quirky character; on hot days the space can feel warm due to limited air conditioning, and occasionally condiments like wasabi or soy sauce are not provided unless asked for; overall, CAFÉ Le NIGIRIZ is loved for its atmosphere and flavors, with caveats about saltiness, value, and occasional inconsistency.
J'ai beaucoup aimé l'intérieur, il y a définitivement beaucoup de potentiel & le staff est gentil!! Merci pour votre réponse, je suis mieux éduqué maintenant, that was my bad!!
Edit: unfortunately it seems their prices have increased drastically this summer for their staples, matcha & hojicha lattes, but the quality is noticeably lower 😔 $7+ for a drink makes it so that this place is no longer an affordable place to drop in, but an unsustainable luxury that a lot of regulars won't be able to afford. Used to come here a lot, but the rise in price & drop in quality is quite disappointing to see 🫤
May 2, 2026
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One of the best hidden gems in MTL. Delicious food, good drinks. Best to get at least two onigiri to be satisfied. The filter coffee is the best cup of black coffee in the city, in my humble opinion. Gorgeous interior & good music playing most of the time. Nice natural light. Just overall lovely spot to visit.
YVR foodie tourist here. I happened to stumble upon this cute shop specializing in onigiri after having Schwartz 😂. I ordered the Tuna Mayo & Matcha Latte. I really like their aesthetic & how they present their onigiri's.
Such a cozy atmosphere & their Onigiri were so good! I got the diable & the Ajitawa Onigiri with a Hojicha latte. & I must say, the Hojicha latte was amazing, I am happy I tried it out💙
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.
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. 🍙💛
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.
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
