. "I'd heard good things about Tiradito, so when I ended up at an Airbnb literally next door, I knew I had to give it a try. \n\nI was not disappointed. The restaurant itself has a welcoming vibe, more like a bar. The bar seating also makes it a great option for solo diners, even though there are plenty of couples and groups around too. \n\nThey seem to take their drink menu seriously, but I did not partake, so I can't comment on that. I was there for the food. After consulting with one of the helpful cook/waiters, I settled on three dishes: the eponymous tuna tiradito, the braised, then crisped chicharron, and the lobster causa. All were excellent, each a study in contrasts: the meaty tenderness of the tuna balanced with citric acidity and the crunch of roasted corn kernels; the melting tenderness of the pork shank paired with the fatty crispness of the skin; the richness of the lobster with the creaminess of the potato cups and the briny notes imparted by the tobiko. \n\nI definitely look forward to a return visit here next time I'm thinking of heading close to Old Montreal."^^ . . . "0"^^ . "5"^^ . "0"^^ . "2018-05-14T00:00:00"^^ . "0"^^ .