Café Le Nigiriz stands out for a cozy, stylish Japanese cafe vibe with a focus on fresh onigiri and a menu that invites tasting a variety of creative flavors. Onigiri are prepared to order with fresh ingredients and a range of inventive fillings such as spicy tuna, yuzu mentaiko, grilled salmon and egg. The atmosphere is described as warm and inviting, with pennies embedded in the floor and occasional heart shaped onigiri during holidays. The drinks are a highlight for many, with matcha latte, hojicha latte and kinako latte praised for flavor. Service and value receive mixed feedback, some reviewers finding the staff friendly while others note slower service or gaps in hospitality and long takeout waits. A few reviews mention salty onigiri or that the price does not always align with flavor when compared with nearby kiosks. Overall, Café Le Nigiriz comes across as a hidden gem for onigiri lovers, a place to linger for a relaxing snack or a small date, and a spot to return to for new flavors and experiences.
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.
Feb 7, 2026
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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. 🍙💛
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!
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.
Mes collègues & moi venons au Café Le Nigiriz depuis plus d'un an, & c'est toujours notre spot préféré. Leurs onigiris sont non seulement délicieux, mais aussi super esthétiques - de vraies petites oeuvres d'art. Ambiance cozy, service top - un vrai bijou caché à Montréal. Essayez-le si vous n'y êtes pas encore allé! Si vous voulez voir plus de contenu, passez voir mon profil TikTok ou IG @avisgourmandmtl & regardez le reel que j'ai posté pour un aperçu délicieux du Café Le Nigiriz!
Le café le nigiriz is a cozy beautiful cute spot for onigiri. The onigiri were so cute, fresh & tasty! The service was really wonderful!! The side dishes were truly tasty. Highly recommend!!✌?
Mar 11, 2025
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I went there on a date & it was such a lovely place. The service was amazing that young boy Makoto made some amzing tasting & looking onigiri. For valentines day the onigiri were heart shaped which was very cute. The matcha was amazing.
In general very cozy highly recommend.
Café le NIGIRIZ offers a delightful snacking experience with perfectly textured rice triangles, a variety of flavors, & affordable prices. The low-key, cozy atmosphere adds to its charm, while the miso soup & sides complement the Onigiris beautifully. Don't miss the ginger honey cookie-soft, flavorful, & absolutely irresistible!
Really cozy & quiet spot near the bustling St. Laurent Ave. I got a hojicha latte, which is one of the best ones I've had - highly recommend it! I also tried the tuna onigiri, which was a bit too much mayo for my taste, but still very tasty. Everything is decently priced & I look forward to trying the other onigiris next time.
What a cozy, serene feel once stepped into this Japanese cafe? Really no expect that this cafe's so cool. Their hojicha lattes made by Japanese themselves is really different than foreign hands, right? The hojicha here tastes really good.....rich aroma, creamy & smooth unlike I had been tasted so far. Even, their onigri shaped round is unique form to me....what a good combination Asian tea-times with an aesthetic atmosphere? 🥰🍵🍘🌬️
Oct 21, 2024
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Probably the best hojicha latte I've ever had! So smooth & creamy. I will be back to try the matcha one. The onigiri is very fresh & tasty- my favorite is the seasoned egg (ajitama) one. The space is very beautiful & cozy. The wall & ceiling detailing is quite unique & beautiful. This place has a great atmosphere for meeting up with a friend, or working/studying at a cafe.
This place is amazing for many reasons, this restaurant is providing variety of authentic Japanese taste with very reasonable price with friendly nice service, great for just swing by get coffee & some bite & just dine in restaurant has amazing chill cozy vibe, I'm highly recommend this restaurant
The onigiri that i choose was the tuna mayo & it's good. When you dine in, they will serve the onigiri open, then you need to fold it by yourself. It's an interesting experience before you eat. They also has miso soup, which is good, coffee, & matcha hojicha latte. The place atmosphere is cozy & good to relax & hang out
