On our map. We haven't walked through the door yet — here's why it's on the list.
A Japanese-Peruvian tapas and cocktail bar on Laurier Est, where the house offers a moment at the table where Japanese technique meets Peruvian flavour.
Its signature dish is bacalao sarusa, seared black cod in aji panka sauce with bok choy. Tourisme Montréal describes the menu as blending the two traditions through ceviches, tartares and craft cocktails.
Nikkei MTL is on the Regulars map — noted, not yet visited. Our guides are written on foot, door by door, and nobody pays to be in them. Whether the house takes part in Regulars is still to be confirmed. No points, no coupons — standing is earned.