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Onigiri Shop

Fresh handmade onigiri
Saint-Henri
4.3$
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Onigiri Shop Saint-Henri, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Onigiri Shop specializes in the preparation of traditional Japanese rice balls, emphasizing high-quality short-grain rice and a diverse array of classic fillings. The menu focuses on the fundamental balance between seasoned seaweed wrappers and savory protein or vegetable centers, ensuring consistent textures throughout every handheld serving. Each unit is carefully molded to maintain structural integrity while highlighting the natural starch profile of the core ingredients. Beyond simple rice balls, the selection incorporates regional Japanese culinary influences that prioritize freshness and nutritional utility without unnecessary complexity. The production process remains dedicated to authentic preparation methods that celebrate the simplicity of the base components. Guests experience a streamlined approach to Asian portable food that values speed and precision above all other elements of the culinary process.

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4.3117 ratings
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*as of 2026-07-01
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Onigiri Shop is widely recognized for its fresh, generous, and affordable Japanese snacks, with many patrons praising the delicious flavor combinations and the satisfying, packed portions of their signature rice balls and mini ramen. While the atmosphere is frequently described as cute and the food quality is often highlighted as a highlight of the experience, the restaurant faces significant criticism regarding inconsistent customer service and operational challenges during peak hours. Reports of long wait times, confused or sometimes unfriendly staff, and occasional stock shortages on popular items have impacted some visits, leading to a divide in customer satisfaction. Overall, those who enjoy the casual, budget-friendly vibe find it a great spot for a quick bite, though others suggest that more consistent service and clearer communication regarding operating hours would greatly improve the experience.
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Stef
3.0

Place is wildly inconsistent & the staff is not trained to deal with rushes, always order ahead of time.
This week though was something, Wednesday I placed an online order at 5:10, arrive at 5:30 for pickup & it's not ready. I wait 20 minutes, I see my ticket is first but it's ignored, the girl making the rice balls is clearly new, she's a bit lost, asking questions but her guy coworker isnt helping or answering. There's about 10 people in store waiting & he's just taking orders instead of stopping to help her out. He dissapears in the back for a bit, comes back out to take more orders.
At 5:55 I ask for a refund, he says he doesn't have time, but rushes to go my my drink & single rice ball, he gives it to me with a nice sarcastic'are you happy'

So as a tip: Train your staff properly, they're rice balls. It's supposed to be a quick pick up, not an hour. Honestly an'Im sorry we're jammed' would have soothed things over instead of your staff being so rude. Stop taking orders when you're overwhelmed, get your hands in & finish the line of orders especially when your only staff doing it is trying to learn.

Apr 17, 2026
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Carl-Eric
3.0

First the onigiri are delicious. We would often stop for some quick take-out onigiri after swim practice around 19:50-55. It's never been a problem until recently the employees tell us they are closed. Please clarify your hours of operation.

Apr 10, 2026
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Kayla
5.0

Such good onigiri!!! Really generous portions & great price. You can get a to-go onigiri very quickly or wait just a bit & get a freshly made one. We had the tuna mayo, fried chicken mayo, korean chicken & salmon avocado & loved all of them!

Mar 22, 2025
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Maé
5.0

Delightfully fresh ingredients come together in authentic onigiri creations. The spotless dining area & genuinely welcoming staff make this cozy spot perfect for a quick Japanese rice ball fix.

Jan 30, 2025
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Kooplin
5.0

Everyone here is absolutely lovely! The guy with the beard is always funny & a delight to chat with. I've come here many times just for a quick lil snack after work & always leave feeling satiated. Today, I wore my work jacket, & they hooked me up with free onigiri & said they support us workers (I'm not a cop, obviously). Anywaysssss, I highly suggest this place because they're fast, the food is delicious & inexpensive, the place is clean, & they're always welcoming. I'm sooooo glad we have you in the'hen' :)

Dec 27, 2024
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Shiro
5.0

The food was absolutely delicious, the service was good quick & the Workers were so nice & polite & The atmosphere was so relaxed & friendly

Dec 7, 2024
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