These triangular rice dumplings, traditionally filled with tuna and mayonnaise, are a quick snack in Japan. They’re eaten in the morning as well as during lunch breaks! There, it’s as common as our famous “ham and butter” and satisfies every palate. In France, more and more onigiris are appearing on supermarket shelves, as well as in specialist stores! In our opinion, here are the best ones for a real Japanese treat!
Onigiriz, original onigiris in Paris
Specializing in fresh, original onigiriz, Onigiriz offers traditional and fusion recipes, perfect for a quick, healthy lunch. While the tuna onigiri is completely delicious, we recommend you try the Shichimi Togarashi, with chicken and seven Japanese spices. Delicious!
🍙 6 Place Estienne d’Orves, 75009 Paris
Onigiriya, one of the best onigiris in Paris
This family-run stand offers onigirii recipes inspired by Japanese tradition! Mrs Sugako prepares her onigiri with care, just like in her native country. Come and taste the dried, fermented and smoked bonito onigiri: a real trip for your taste buds!
🍙 Marché des Batignolles, 75017 Paris
Gili-Gili, for a quick gourmet break
Known for its authentic and varied onigiris, Gili-Gili offers classic and original options in a welcoming setting. Our favorite? The umeboshi, with fermented salted plum! A classic in the land of the rising sun that we recommend you try!
🍙 3bis rue de Budapest, 75009 Paris
Aki Boulanger, Rue Sainte-Anne’s best-known bakery
Located in Paris’ Japanese district, Aki Boulanger offers delicious onigiri to eat in or take away. We encourage you to accompany it with a dorayaki filled with red bean paste. A sweet Japanese specialty that’s sure to end your lunch on a high note!
🍙16 rue Sainte-Anne, 75001 Paris
Omusubi Gonbei, onigiris like in Japan
Every lunchtime, it’s the same thing: a lovely queue stretches out in front of this store, which sells only onigiri! And why? Because they’re simply delicious. The rice is well-cooked and fluffy, and the onigiri are generously garnished. I promise, after this, you won’t be hungry anymore!
🍙 83 rue de Turbigo 75003 Paris
O-Komé Onigiri, a traditional onigiri in Paris
This charming boutique is the ideal place to enjoy tasty onigiri! Here, the recipes are identical to those of the land of the rising sun, and the products are even imported. We loved the spicy tuna, which lives up to all its promises, or the very fragrant “sukiyaki” beef!
🍙34Rue Dauphine, 75006 Paris