There’s A New Japanese-Run Onigiri Shop At Fortune Centre

Onigiri GON is a new onigiri eatery at Fortune Centre

Image credit: Onigiri GON via Google Maps

Fortune Centre is brimming with underrated food gems, including Yuen Kee Dumpling and Bao Er Cafe. This time, we’re shining the spotlight on Onigiri GONO, the mall’s newest entrant.

Located on the first floor of Fortune Centre, the new Japanese eatery is run by a Fukuoka native. The space is small and cosy, seating about 15 diners inside, with a few tables just outside.

Image credit: Miguel Arroyo Zurita via Google Maps

There are 20 onigiri flavours to choose from, each handmade fresh onsite.

Image credit: Janice Leng via Google Maps

If you’re here for lunch, order the Onigiri Set Meal, priced from $13.90 for your choice of two onigiri, a bowl of miso soup, and a side of pickles.

Image credit: Onigiri GON via Google Maps

Prices start at $4.90 for a freshly made onigiri, with fillings such as Ume, Konbu, and Okaka: soy-marinated bonito flakes. The next tier is priced at $5.90, with options ranging from Mentaiko Mayo to an assortment of meats, including Niku Soboro (soy-glazed minced meat) and Spicy Tori Kaga (spicy fried chicken). The most expensive ongiri goes for $6.90, loaded with fillings such as Ebi Tempura and Spicy Salmon.

There’s also the option to customise your onigiri with additional ingredients for a small top-up.

Image credit: Waki Yoneoka via Google Maps

Onigiri GON is a three-minute walk from Bencoolen MRT Station. As the eatery has limited seats, we recommend visiting during off-peak hours to avoid the crowd.

For more Japanese-related food content, check out our Sakeshi The Salmon House feature, where we tried thick-cut salmon “noodles” in Beauty World. Otherwise, read our guide to the best Johor Bahru cafes for brunch, coffee, and desserts if you’re crossing the Causeway over the weekend!

Address: 190 Middle Road, #01-18, Fortune Centre, Singapore 188979
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11:30am to 4pm
Website
Onigiri GON is not halal-certified.

Feature image adapted from Miguel Arroyo Zurita and Nana Oh via Google Maps

Anthia Chng

As the Associate Editor of Eatbook, Anthia survives on a steady diet of cake and coffee. With a decade of writing experience in food, fashion, and beauty—including six years at Expat Living Singapore—she’s passionate about sharing stories that excite and inspire, whether it’s discovering the latest restaurant opening or shining a light on a heritage hawker stall.