If you’re looking for something casual, quick, and a little different in Las Vegas, O.Onigiri is a local spot worth knowing about. Located at 4258 Spring Mountain Rd., Suite 102 in Las Vegas, NV 89102, inside Shanghai Plaza, O.Onigiri specializes in fresh Okinawa-style onigiri just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip.
What I like about O.Onigiri is that it focuses on a specific kind of Japanese comfort food that you do not see everywhere in town. Okinawa-style onigiri is different from the typical triangular onigiri many people know. Instead, it is often layered with spam, egg omelet, rice, and nori, then customized with extra fillings like seafood, meats, or vegetables.
The restaurant describes itself as the first in Las Vegas serving fresh Okinawa-style onigiri, and the idea is simple: make each order fresh, hot, and fast enough for people who are on the go. That makes it a great stop for lunch, a quick bite between errands, a casual dinner, or takeout when you want something satisfying without a full sit-down meal.
A few reasons O.Onigiri stands out:
Okinawa-style onigiri in Las Vegas
Located in Shanghai Plaza
Minutes from the Las Vegas Strip
Freshly made to order
Spam and egg omelet onigiri
Chicken katsu onigiri
Bulgogi onigiri
Salmon onigiri
Spicy tuna options
Shrimp tempura
Potato croquette
Pork gyoza and veggie gyoza
Dine-in and takeout
Good for quick meals, casual lunches, and Japanese comfort food cravings
Some popular choices include chicken katsu onigiri, bulgogi onigiri, salmon onigiri, classic onigiri, spicy tuna, kimchi chicken katsu, curry chicken katsu, shrimp tempura, potato croquette, and aji fried fish onigiri. It is the kind of menu where you can keep it simple or try a few different combinations with friends.
I also like that the location works well for both locals and visitors. Shanghai Plaza already has a strong food scene, and O.Onigiri adds something quick, handheld, and easy to enjoy. Seating may be limited, but that actually fits the concept — this is the kind of place where you can grab something fresh and satisfying without turning it into a long meal.
My take is this: O.Onigiri is a fun Las Vegas local favorite for anyone who loves Japanese comfort food, quick takeout, and unique Okinawa-style onigiri. Whether you’re trying spam-and-egg onigiri for the first time, grabbing chicken katsu, picking up gyoza, or exploring the food options around Spring Mountain Road, this is a small spot worth supporting.
Important Business Information
Business: O.Onigiri
Address: 4258 Spring Mountain Rd., Suite 102, Las Vegas, NV 89102
Location: Shanghai Plaza on Spring Mountain Road near S. Arville Street
Phone: (702) 844-8857
Instagram: @o.onigiri.lv
Business Type: Japanese restaurant, Okinawa-style onigiri shop, casual dining, takeout
Known For: Fresh Okinawa-style onigiri, spam-and-egg onigiri, seafood fillings, meat fillings, veggie options, gyoza, chicken katsu, bulgogi, salmon, spicy tuna, and quick service
Popular Items: Chicken katsu onigiri, bulgogi onigiri, salmon onigiri, classic onigiri, kimchi chicken katsu, curry chicken katsu, shrimp tempura, potato croquette, aji fried fish onigiri, pork gyoza, and veggie gyoza
Hours: Monday–Friday 11:00 AM–9:00 PM, Saturday–Sunday 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
Good For: Las Vegas locals, visitors near the Strip, Spring Mountain Road food crawls, quick lunches, casual dinners, takeout, Japanese comfort food, and anyone looking for fresh onigiri in Las Vegas
Website: oonigiri.com
