Cafe Nippon

Growing up in Montrose has it perks, specifically, Cafe Nippon. Although when I was younger the only Asian food I found courage for was sweet and sour chicken but with age comes wisdom. I was on a mission to prove to myself and to the chef that I'd try anything on the menu even if I had to reassure them multiple times I didn't want tempura and a dragon roll. To start, a grilled yellowtail collarbone. The smokey flavor from the grill mixed with the moist white fish in complete harmony. This place really knows how to avoid fussy foods and focus on simple, clean, fresh ingredients. I then buttered the chef up with some sake and asked for him to throw a plate of his freshest fish together. (Make sure your bank account is prepared.) Sashimed Mackerel, Salmon, Tuna, Sweet Shrimp, Eel, a bit of roe and sriracha, if my bank account weren't dwindling this list would have continued on and on. This is some of the freshest fish I have ever had melt in my mouth. We then received a complimentary set of whole fried shrimp. I suggest starting off with the head, crispy crunchy antenna with a slight juicy pop from the eyeballs, who could resist? From the outside this little hidden gem may look like nothing much but I guess if it continues to fool you I'll always have an available seat at the sushi bar.