A small sushi drive-thru in The Village has turned into one of Oklahoma City's buzziest food stops almost overnight, thanks to a viral spin on grab-and-go rolls. Since opening in May, Oishii Express has watched its "sushi push pops" sell out at times as customers queue up for stacked sushi they can eat one-handed in the car.
The tubes are exactly what they sound like: layered sushi rolls packed into clear plastic and pushed up like a frozen treat. As reported by News 9, each push pop comes with a small plastic tube of soy sauce that diners pour directly over the roll inside. The local outlet notes that the online buzz has led Oishii Express to run out of push pops on some days and that the tiny storefront is drawing fresh traffic to the North Pennsylvania and West Britton corridor in The Village.
What Is A Sushi Push Pop?
The push-pop format takes the usual combo of rice, fish and fillings and repackages it into a push-up tube, so people can work through a roll bite by bite without needing a plate or chopsticks. The trend has been cropping up around the country, from a recent debut in Maitland, Florida, to new Midwestern spots tracking the craze. For a wider look at how the idea is spreading, see coverage from Fox 35 Orlando and the Star Tribune.
Fast, Fresh And Drive-Thru Friendly
Oishii Express bills itself as a quick-serve sushi spot with a drive-thru and lists a "Push Pop Sushi Roll" right on its menu. For all the hype around the tubes, bento boxes still rank among the store's top sellers. The restaurant's website lays out its full menu and ordering options, and delivery platforms show the location at 9300 N. Pennsylvania Ave. for pickup or drop-off orders. Menu details and online ordering are available via Oishii Express and its delivery listing on Uber Eats.
Chef And The Local Sushi Scene
Behind the window is Chef Ling Chi Wong, a familiar name in Oklahoma City's sushi world who previously opened Takaramono in the Plaza District. OpenTable lists Wong as Takaramono's executive chef, and his latest project is helping push the local sushi scene into more portable formats. According to News 9, Wong has said he would like to see the sushi push pops served at the Paycom Center during Oklahoma City Thunder games, which would put the bite-sized rolls in front of a far larger crowd. The arena sits downtown at 100 W. Reno Ave..
Demand, Delivery And Where To Find Them
Local food roundups say the novelty factor translated into immediate demand. 405 Magazine highlighted Oishii's sushi push pops in a monthly food-and-drink news column, signaling that the trend has already jumped from social feeds into the broader dining conversation. For those racing the clock, the push pops show up on delivery menus and third-party apps, although availability can tighten when online interest spikes.
For now, the push-pop craze is a reminder of how a compact, Instagram-ready idea can turn a quiet neighborhood drive-thru window into a citywide talking point. Expect lines on busy nights, and consider checking delivery listings or the restaurant's online ordering site before you head out.
