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Onigiri Shop

Fresh handmade onigiri

Monkland Village
4.5$
OPEN11 am - 8 pm
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Onigiri Shop presents a refined take on Japanese cuisine, specializing in expertly crafted onigiri, the traditional rice balls that are a cornerstone of Japanese comfort food. Beyond this signature offering, the menu expands to feature a diverse selection of authentic Japanese dishes, drawing inspiration from the rich culinary traditions of Asia. Diners can expect a thoughtful array of sushi rolls, flavorful bento boxes, and other Japanese staples prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The shop provides a welcoming atmosphere for those seeking delicious and accessible Japanese fare. It is a destination for experiencing the nuanced flavors and satisfying textures that define Japanese cooking in a contemporary setting.
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72%
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Reviews for Onigiri Shop

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Service
on Google4.4 (300+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
72%
4★
13%
3★
6%
2★
8%
1★
1%

Review Summary

Onigiri Shop is generally regarded as a cozy and affordable neighborhood spot known for its quick service and a diverse variety of fresh, filling onigiri. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff and the pleasant atmosphere, with popular menu items like the Fuji Mountain and various creative fillings receiving high praise. While many diners highlight the quality and convenience of the meals, some feedback raises concerns regarding ingredient consistency, portion ratios, and occasional food safety or hygiene practices. Despite mixed experiences with the texture of the rice and the oiliness of certain options, the restaurant remains a popular lunch destination for those seeking a tasty, casual, and budget friendly bite.
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Onigiri shop on Monkland is a nice little addition to the neighborhood. Fresh, simple, & well made, a good spot to grab a quick & satisfying bite. Nice variety of fillings so there's something for different tastes. Great option if you're after something lighter but still filling, worth a visit.

Jul 14, 2026
on Google

Great little cozy shop. Helpful staff & very filling food. I ordered for takeout. Only took a couple of minutes for an order of 6 onigiris.

May 2, 2026
on Google

Incredible lunch spot! Delicious & filling $5 onigiri in a neighbourhood that's generally quite expensive.

Only note I'd have is the staff evidently didn't know what'gluten free' meant. There are lots of gluten-intolerant folks around that would love to know this!

Jan 2, 2026
on Google

4.99 for a nice portion of onigiri with generous filling. Spicy salmon, tuna & eel onigiri are the best!

Jul 5, 2025
on Google

My coworker & I decided to drop-by to get some lunch.

Very cute place, friendly staff & the onigiris were delish.

I took the beef tama & the fresh salmon one, they are bigger than the usual onigiris elsewhere, very filling & tasty!

I also took a small cucumber salad on the side. omg drools. i took the shrimp & crabstick as protein & sesame dressing as choice… soooo good. & refreshing.

2 onigiris + small salad costs me $20 something

beautiful lunch, def going back

Apr 23, 2025
on Google

Honestly, I really wanted to like this place but it just wasn't it. Too much rice & the filling is minimal & lacks flavor. I've had much better onigiri from Asian supermarkets that were cheaper.

Mar 3, 2025
on Google

Great but they messed up my order. Fillings pictured to help with ordering

Jan 25, 2025
on Google

First, amazing quality rice. I've been experimenting with Toyama & Hokkaido, but this shop's rice mouthfeel is great! Higher quality than some shops in Japan. The filling is plentiful, & their combos are great. Miso beef was slightly salty, hearty, & had a lot of rice & beef. The egg yolk beef was also a wonderful combination. The salmon was hearty & bountiful. The seaweed is also not soggy. I would come again. Though they may not be all jp, they did a good job working on their recipes. Better than some smaller jp shops I've been :)

Jan 19, 2025
on Google

I recently visited this place that shares its space with a sushi restaurant next door. The onigiri portions are generous for their size, & the prices are very affordable. I tried a few flavors: beef miso, cooked salmon, mixed salmon (fresh, cooked salmon & ikura), & eel. The flavors were okay overall, though I found the beef a bit too salty for my liking. One challenge was that the fillings tended to fall apart after the first bite, making them a bit tricky to eat. That said, I'm still intrigued & plan to go back to try more flavors next time. It's worth checking out if you're in the area & looking for a quick & budget-friendly bite!

Dec 6, 2024
on Google
4.0

This place delivers on the rice & filling fronts. I especially like the raw salmon & unagi. Unfortunately I don't really like their seaweed-it would be more crisp & flavourful if it wasn't pressed directly onto the hot rice. That said, the service is great & they're very generous with good portions & affordable prices. Would come back

Oct 14, 2024
on Google