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| - From Toronto, we came to Montreal for the weekend and I always do my research on the best new places to eat. For one of our two meals, I picked Tiradito, a Peruvian/Japanese fusion restaurant. OMG. WHAT a great pick! Cocktail list to die for, and so many completely unique options. My favourite was the El Vato which had, among other things, sesame seeds in it. And the glass was wrapped in a leaf. The sharing plates here are to die for, and to pick a favourite would be tough, but if pushed I think it might be the parmesan scallops. We had the pleasure of meeting the head chef briefly, and this guy has a good thing going. We also loved the design of the space. It seats 50, but all bar or communal seating, so the staff have a very large space in the middle to work their magic, and magic they do work. The team is spectacularly calm, and they clearly work together as a team. No one got uptight, despite being full up all night. Make a reservation because they have two seatings and then try to accommodate walk-ins. We go out A LOT, and this was a wonderful, completely unique experience, from the cocktails, to the food, to the atmosphere. Well done, Tiradito! For us, this is a must-do if you live in, or are travelling to, Montreal!
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