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.
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. 🍙💛
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
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Such a lovely place. The matcha is really good, it actually tastes like matcha & not watered down milk like at so many other cafes. The onigiris are fresh & delicious. Excited to come here every time I'm in the area.
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!!✌?
The freshest onigiri I've ever had since in Japan I eat them generally out of a konbini! They make them to order here. These onigiri were so tasty & very adventurous in their flavors. An absolute must stop for any onigiri lover.
My first time having a Onigiri, & was a good one. They have veg options as well. The best part- the seaweed was fresh & crispy! The baristas have very good knowledge of the Matcha options & can recommend one to your taste. Was a bit warm inside for summer, but can imagine will be a great place when weather cools down.
Super nice I hidden gem to be honest I loved it came here with my boyfriend it really feels authentic the quality of the food is top tier with fresh & tasty ingredients, I'm not used to leave a review but honestly just try
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.
