There are many sights to see in Osaka's Shinsaibashi, Nanba, and Dotonbori areas, not to mention many restaurants as well! Here are 30 spots in these areas that are perfect for taking a break from sightseeing or getting lunch.
Diners here can sample the flavors of Miyazaki beef, the very pinnacle of Wagyu (a type of high-quality beef) brands! Miyazaki beef has been victorious 2 times running in the "Wagyu Olympics" (Japanese National Wagyu Beef Competition), held every 5 years. This restaurant offers a [Lunchtime Special Course] (from 3,800 JPY) that allows diners to experience Miyazaki beef's signature melt-in-your-mouth quality and superior umami (Japanese savory taste) for a reasonable price! The 3 varieties of steak included are lean beef, loin, and tenderloin, and diners may also choose from sizes of 100g, 150g, or 200g, making this dish customizable depending on what and how much an individual wants to eat.
Miyazaki Beef Teppanyaki Steak Miyazaki-kan
Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (last order 10:00 pm) open for business as usual over the New Year period / lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY Access: From Midosuji Line Exit 6, a 3-minute walk to the east on Europe Street. Address: 1F IS Building, 2-1-32 Shinsaibashi, Osaka, Chuo-ku, Osaka (Map) More Details Reservation
2. Lumiere (Shinsaibashi / French Cuisine)
Lumiere's food is based on the theme of "vegetable gourmet." The dishes may focus mainly on vegetables, but diners will certainly not feel that anything is missing while enjoying this healthy French cuisine. This famous restaurant has been awarded a star for 7 years in a row, but the prices are still quite reasonable, such as the [Healthy Lunch Course] (3,500 JPY (plus tax)), which includes 3 dishes, as well as bread, dessert, and a drink! This artfully-made food is picture-perfect and abounds with beautifully fresh colors. Simply watching the food being brought out will bring an unbidden smile to your face! *There is a 10% service charge
Lumiere
Open: [Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (last order 2:30 pm) [Tuesday - Sunday, Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (last order 9:00 pm) Closed: Monday Average price: [Dinner] 13,000 JPY / [Lunch] 7,000 JPY Access: 3-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station (Midosuji Line). Right out of South number 8 exit from the Crysta Nagahori parking lot. Address: 3F Unagidani Block, 1-19-15 Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka (Map) More Details Reservation
3. Tabiji Kitchen (Yotsubashi / Cafe)
The weekday lunch menu changes every week at this cafe-style restaurant where diners can sample cuisine from 5 different countries! You will feel like you are taking a trip and sampling the local cuisine when trying dishes like the Portuguese [Spicy Chicken] (1,200 JPY) or Brazilian [Feijoada] (980 JPY), a stew of pork, beef, sausage, bacon, and beans. Of course, prices do vary depending on the dish, but generally, options start at an inexpensive 880 JPY.
Tabiji Kitchen
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] 11:30 am - 11:00 pm [Sunday] 11:30 am - 5:00 pm Closed: Monday Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY Access: 3 minutes walk from Yotsubashi station no. 6 exit on subway Yotsubashi Line. Address: 1F and 2F, 1-14-20, Kita Horie, Nishi-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Just looking at the picture tells you how hearty and impressive the meals are here! This restaurant's most famous dish is the [Harami-don] (890 JPY), a donburi (rice bowl dish) heaped with tender outside skirt steak. You are guaranteed to be satisfied by this option, which comes with meat coated in delicious tare (sauce), egg, and a large helping of vegetables. Furthermore, there is a [Large Rice + Double Meat Mega-mori] (1,650 JPY), especially for hungry diners!
Hormone Yakiniku Shichifuku Namba branch
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 1:30 pm / Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm) Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 750 JPY Access: 1 minute walk from Exit No.12 of Namba Station on Subway Midosuji Line Address: 1F/2F, Torikan Bldg., 4-2-8, Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka (Map) More Details Reservation
5. Teppan Steak Atout (Shinsaibashi / Teppanyaki)
This high-end restaurant specializes in teppanyaki (ingredients grilled on iron griddle) dishes using primarily Kuroge Wagyu beef from Kyushu and offers mainly course options in the evening. You can also enjoy teppanyaki at lunchtime here, though, which includes a performance by the chef as they cut up the meat! The [Yanbaru Agu Pork Steak Lunch] (1,100 JPY) is highly recommended, and features deliciously smooth, rich, and fatty Agu pork! This meat is cooked just right, resulting in a piece of pork that is both tender and juicy while also boasting the wonderful seared exterior that is signature of teppanyaki. Soup, salad, and rice come with this set.
Teppan Steak Atout
Open: [Tuesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm Dinner: 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY Access: Two minute walk from exit #5 from Shinsaibashi Station on the Midosuji Line, on the second floor of the Nippo Promenade Shinsaibashi building on the road side. Address: Nippo Promenade Bldg., 1-19-8 Higashi Shinsaibashi , Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka
6. Meijiken (Shinsaibashi / Western Cuisine)
Meijiken has been in business for 92 years, and its unchanging flavors have won it a loyal fan base. The [Skewer Set with Soup and Rice] (930 JPY) includes a fried skewer made with round steak, as well as a cream croquette skewer containing shrimp and macaroni. The crisply-fried batter is a pleasure to bite into, and the beef skewer is full of meaty umami. The cream croquette has a deep, rich flavor, and its soft, creamy interior forms a pleasant contrast with the crisp exterior.
Meijiken
Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (last order at 9:30 pm) (closed on weekdays from 3:50 pm- 5:00 pm) Lunch from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm; lunch menu changes daily. Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 1,500 JPY / [Lunch] 850 JPY Access: From Shinsaibashi, walk south along Shinsaibashi Suji Shopping Arcade. Turn left at the south east of Daimaru and you will see it 70 metres ahead. Address: 1-5-32 Shinsai Bashi Suji , Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka (Map) More Details Reservation
7. fine diner & salon bar 7-NANA- (Shinsaibashi / Italian Cuisine)
There are a-la-carte items offered here, but the [Premium Lunch Set] (1,680 JPY) is an unbeatable deal, including an appetizer, pasta, a main dish (with bread or rice), dessert, and a drink! The price may be low, but this authentic lunch course still offers diners a variety of pasta and main dish options to choose from. This restaurant's welcoming atmosphere is another secret to its success, as they also offer a [Kid's Hamburg Steak] (800 JPY), specially made for the smaller diners here. The stylish interior design is based on a "modern safari" style, and the casual atmosphere is the perfect setting for a relaxing meal.
fine diner & salon bar 7-NANA-
Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm) [Saturday,Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 5:00 pm (L.O. 4:00 pm) [Monday - Thursday, Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) [Friday, Saturday, Day before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 1:00 am (L.O. 12:00 am) Closed: Irregular Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY Access: 5 minutes walk from Shinsaibashi Station on Osaka Municipal Subway lines. Go west from No. 3 exit. Located in the 10th floor in Raster On Shinsaibashi. Address: 10F, Raster On Shinsaibashi, 4-5-8, Minami-Semba, Chuo-ku, Shinsaibashi, Osaka-shi, Osaka
8. Naniwa Kappo Kigawa (Namba / Japanese Cuisine)
The chef here, the second in the restaurant's 50-year history, trained in French cuisine in order to expand their cooking skills. The methods used to prepare the food at Naniwa Kappo Kigawa are by no means limited to Japanese cooking techniques, as the goal here is to simply make food that diners will find delicious. For example, hamo (daggertooth pike conger), a summer ingredient in the Kansai region, is used in the [Hamo Consommé - Grilled Hamo and Yuba-Wrapped Kuruma Prawn]. This consommé soup is made with dashi (broth) from hamo backbone, which is combined with aromatic grilled hamo, shinjo (fish balls), and soft Kuruma prawn in a single bowl, and then garnished with dill. Dishes like this showcase the chef's bold fusion of French and Japanese cuisines, a feat that has drawn even other famous chefs to this location to sample the food. But why go here in the evening when you can relax and enjoy the [Hana Course] (5,500 JPY (plus tax)) at lunchtime?
Naniwa Kappo Kigawa
Open: Lunch 11:30 P.M.-2:00 P.M. Dinner 5:00 P.M.-9:30 P.M. (Tuesday-Sunday, holidays, the days before holidays) Closed: Mondays Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 8,000 JPY Access: 5-minute walk from Namba Station on the Osaka Municipal Subway Midosuji Line Address: Dotonbori 1-7-7, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka (Map) More Details
9. Trattoria ALBERO (Sakuragawa / Italian Cuisine)
Trattoria ALBERO is popular for its lunchtime pasta and pizza, as well as its salad bar! If you order the [Pasta Set] (1,000 JPY) or [Pizza Set] (1,200 JPY), you can also help yourself to the salad bar, offering over 10 varieties of vegetables! The colorful pasta and pizza are both delicious. The artfully-arranged dishes here display the chef's distinct cooking sense, as this chef is versed in both French and Italian cuisines. There is terrace seating here as well, ideal for families.
Trattoria ALBERO
Open: [Monday, Wednesday - Sunday, Holidays, Days Before Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm Closed: Tuesday Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY Access: 2 minutes walk from Sakuragawa Station on Osaka Municipal Subway, Sennnichimae Line / 5 minutes walk from Sakuragawa Station on Hanshin Namba Line Address: 2-2-30 Saiwai-cho, Naniwa-ku, Osaka , Osaka
This restaurant, located in a remodeled old house, has a bright, stylish atmosphere and is lively all day long. A popular dinner choice here is the [Outside Skirt Steak] (750 JPY), made using excellent A4-ranked Kuroge Wagyu beef from Kagoshima topped with a house-made tare - a simply irresistible combination! The meat is first marinated in a sweet tare and then cooked, after which it is dipped into a spicier variant that is sure to make your mouth water. If you would like to experience these flavors at lunchtime, try the [Steak Harami-don] (850 JPY). The outside skirt steak's umami will burst inside your mouth from the very first bite. The taste is so delicious that you will break into a smile without knowing it!
Fukushige Horumon Osaka-shinmachi Branch
Open: Lunch 11:30 pm - 2:00 pm (last order 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (last order 11:30 pm) Closed: Irregular Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 800 JPY Access: One minute walk from Yotsubashi Station on the Osaka Subway Yotsubashi Line. Address: 1-8-9 Shinmachi , Nishi-ku, Osaka, Osaka (Map) More Details Reservation
11. Kappa Ramen Honpo America Mura Branch (Shinsaibashi / Ramen)
There is only one kind of soup used in the ramen here, which is lovingly stewed from pork bones and other ingredients for 8 hours. This lard-based tonkotsu shoyu (pork bone and soy sauce) ramen is rich in flavor, yet has no unpleasant odors, making it a hit with customers. Furthermore, the straight noodles, made in-house and containing no additives or preservatives, are a good match for the soup. When ordering, diners can specify both noodle softness and soup richness to create their personalized bowl of ramen. If it's your first time eating here, then you should definitely order the [Kappa Ramen] (750 JPY).
Kappa Ramen Honpo America Mura Branch
Open: 11: 00 am - 4:00 am Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 1,000 JPY Access: 3 minutes walk from Shinsaibashi Station on Midosuji Line Address: 1F, Haitsu Shinsaibashi , 1-15-9, Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka , Osaka (Map) More Details Reservation
This restaurant specializes in shabu-shabu (sliced meat parboiled with vegetables), offering this dish at both dinner and lunchtime so that diners can experience the flavors of high-quality pork and beef in shabu-shabu. One attractive feature of dining here is the sesame tare, made in-house specifically for shabu-shabu! Sesame seeds are cooked and ground in a time-intensive process, resulting in a flavorful sauce with a heady aroma that is perfect for fully bringing out the umami of the meat. There is also ponzu (citrus-seasoned soy sauce) available, which has a clear mandarin orange flavor that balances the fattiness of the meat, making diners feel like they can just keep eating forever! Diners can choose from a variety of ranks and types of meat when ordering dishes like the [Pork Shabu Set] (80g of premium pork for 885 JPY) or the [Beef Shabu Set] (100g of premium beef for 1,490 JPY).
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm / 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY / [Lunch] 900 JPY Access: Take Exit 6 from Shinsaibashi Station of the Midosuji subway line, turning right after emerging outside. Turn left at the first corner, and the restaurant will be approximately 50 meters ahead on the left. Address: 1-4-11 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka (Map) More Details Reservation
13. trattria e bar Buono ! (Nagahoribashi / Italian Cuisine)
This restaurant has a warm, welcoming atmosphere perfect for enjoying a relaxed meal. The popular choice here is the pizza, topped with cheese imported from Italy and prepared in the restaurant's special oven. At lunchtime, diners don't stop themselves eating just Italian food, as there are also Spanish and other Western-style options to choose from - all for a reasonable price! One especially popular menu item here is the [Stewed Hamburg Steak Lunch] (950 JPY), an Italian hamburg steak filled with mozzarella cheese and stewed with a special tomato sauce. The cheese and tomatoes pair phenomenally well with the juicy meat's umami, and the dish also comes with a salad and house-made focaccia bread or buttered rice. This item is only made in limited numbers, so be sure to order it as soon as possible!
trattria e bar Buono!
Open: [Weekday / Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am -3:00 pm (last order 2:30 pm) / Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 10:30 pm) Closed: None Average price: [Lunch] 800 JPY Access: From Nagahori-Bashi Station on the Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line, walk around five minutes. Address: Tokan Mansion Nagahoribashi, 1-9-26 Minamisenba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka (Map) More Details Reservation
14. BAMBOO CAFE (Namba / Asian Cuisine)
When you visit this restaurant, located inside the Namba Parks shopping complex that's a 1-minute walk from Namba Station, you will feel like you've taken a trip abroad thanks to the diverse Asian food on offer here! Eat the fill of your favorite dishes with the buffet, a lunchtime highlight! Singaporean chili chicken, pad thai, massaman curry - there is something from every country here, and the buffet allows you to sample all of these various dishes. You have 90 minutes to enjoy the buffet, and on weekdays, it costs 1,380 JPY for adults and 980 JPY for children (ages 4 - 12). However, it is 1,880 JPY for adults and 1,080 JPY for children (ages 4 - 12) on Saturday, Sunday, and national holidays.
BAMBOO CAFE
Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY Access: 7F of Namba Parks, directly connected to the central / south exits of Namba Station on Nankai Electric Railway Address: 7F, Namba Parks, 2-10-70, Nambanaka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
15. Curry & Café Karma - Karma Namba Parks - (Namba / Indian Cuisine)
This authentic Indian curry restaurant is located in Namba Parks, and the major draws here are the highly authentic curry and a wide variety of naan! Naan is a common sight at Indian restaurants, but diners here can choose from flavors such as cheese, fruit, garlic, and honey, in addition to the regular plain naan, all of which are so delicious that they can be enjoyed all on their own. Try the [Lunch Set D] (1,280 JPY (plus tax)), which comes with 6 varieties of special naan. The curry here is made with authentic spices brought from India, but diners can have spice levels adjusted depending on their preferences, allowing everyone from children to spicy food enthusiasts to fully enjoy their meal!
Curry & Café Karma - Karma Namba Parks -
Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 1,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,280 JPY Access: 3 minutes walk from the central exit of Namba Station on the Nankai Main Line. On the 6th floor of Namba Parks. Address: 6F, Namba Parks, 2-10-70, Namba-naka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
16. Buon'Agio (Namba / Teppanyaki)
Buon'Agio offers diners top-tier Kuroge Wagyu beef served in a casual atmosphere. Be sure to order the lunchtime [150g Aged Outside Skirt Steak] (1,500 JPY (plus tax)), a great option to sample this meat's flavor that also includes salad, rice, and soup. This outside skirt steak has just the right amount of fat to make it tender and juicy, and there is a 300g option (2,700 JPY) for hearty eaters as well. This is the same deliciously-prepared steak that you would get for dinner, but offered at a very reasonable price!
Buon'Agio
Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 9:30 pm) *Last entry 9:00 pm [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 9:30 pm) *Last entry 9:00 pm Closed: Wednesday *Open on national holidays Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY Address: 1F, Chiyonoya Bldg., 2-4-10, Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map More Details
17. SH'UN (Namba / Wine Bar)
This wine bar is distinct for combining lightly battered and crisply fried skewers with a wine selection boasting some 500 varieties for diners to choose from! The sommelier will choose a fitting option from this massive selection that will pair well with your skewers. Guests can, of course, enjoy the refined atmosphere of this wine bar in the evening, but it also has a large selection of lunch courses. The [Petit Midi] (4,150 JPY (plus tax)) is an original creation that features 6 original skewers, including an amuse bouche, an appetizer, and even dessert! Every single skewer is utterly delicious and packed with seasonal flavors. *There is a 10% service charge.
18. Ikariya Shokudo Osaka (Namba / French Cuisine)
This popular French and Italian spot is a self-styled "herb bistro", an entirely new genre! The herbs used to season the fresh vegetables, fish, and meat here include not only Western options such as thyme and rosemary, but also incorporate traditional Japanese flavors like shiso (perilla), sansho (strong Japanese pepper), and wasabi, imparting the food with new flavors and aromas. Lunchtime diners have a variety of main dishes to choose from, all of which come with bistro appetizers and access to the salad bar. One recommended choice is the [Rosemary Chicken] (1,980 JPY (plus tax)).
19. J'adore Shinsaibashi (Namba / Italian Cuisine)
This dining cafe offers guests authentic Italian cuisine in a casual, open setting that will make you feel as if you've stepped into a holiday villa! Lunch here features pancakes, a trendy item these days. The [Chef's Pancakes] (1,100 JPY) features pancakes with a hearty helping of toppings and also includes the lunch buffet salad, bread, soup, and a drink. It's buffet-style here, so fill up your plate as many times as you like! This chic spot has a bright atmosphere, perfect for relaxing and enjoying a pleasant conversation.
J'adore Shinsaibashi
Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm), Cafe 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm (L.O. 5:00 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) Closed: None *Closed December 31 and January 1 Average price: [Dinner] 2,800 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY Address: 8F, 2-5-5, Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map More Details
20. Dining&Bar BLEU (Namba / Chinese Cuisine)
The brilliant interior at this chic Chinese restaurant near the riverside is conceptualized as an opulent cruise ship. A popular order here is the [Yodare Chicken], available as part of an affordable set meal at lunchtime, too. This dish, representative of Sichuan cooking, is sure to make your mouth water (the name "yodare" literally means "drool")! While the flavor is initially light, the peppers and sansho add depth and spice. Try it once, and you'll be hooked! The [Spicy Sichuan Yodare Chicken Lunch] (1,180 JPY (plus tax)) includes an appetizer, dessert, and access to the drink bar, guaranteeing a fully-satisfying Chinese meal!
Dining&Bar BLEU
Open: [Monday - Thursday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:00 am) [Friday, Day before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O. 4:00 am) [Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O. 4:00 am) [Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (2:30 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 1:00 am (L.O. 12:00 am) Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 4,318 JPY / [Lunch] 1,598 JPY Address: 2F, Canal Terrace Horie Higashito, 1-5-26, Minami Horie, Nishi-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Tavola36, located on Swissôtel's top floor, has been dubbed "the restaurant above the clouds" because, on clear days, you can see all the way to Mt. Rokko to the north and to Mt. Kongo to the south! While taking in the views, you can also enjoy the [Lunch Buffet] (4,200 JPY for adults, 2,100 JPY for children (4 - 12 years old)) on weekdays, or the [Lunch, Brunch, Lunch Buffet with Sparkles] (5,800 JPY for adults and 2,268 JPY for children (4 - 12 years old)) on Saturday, Sunday, and national holidays. Dessert is also included so that you can transition into tea time directly from lunch. *There is a 10% service charge.
Tavola36
Open: [Monday - Thursday] Breakfast 6:30 am - 10:30 am, Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O.), Bar 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) [Friday, Saturday, Day before National Holidays] Breakfast 6:30 am - 10:30 am, Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O.), Bar 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 11:00 pm) Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY Address: 36F, Swissôtel Nankai Osaka, 5-1-60, Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
22. Chikuchikuya Namba Branch (Namba / Japanese Cuisine)
This restaurant evokes the feeling of a machiya (traditional Japanese townhouse), featuring a counter made from a single piece of wood and private rooms with views of the restaurant's garden. Diners here can experience the flavors of Kyo-ryori (traditional Kyoto cuisine) while savoring the reserved, elegant atmosphere. The recommended [10-Dish Lunch (Take)] (1,880 JPY (plus tax)) is beautifully arranged and showcases the freshness on which Chikuchikuya prides itself. This hearty option is sure to satisfy you, as it includes meat and sashimi, as well as stewed, fried, and steamed items, all for a reasonable price. Kyoto's famous fried dishes with namafu (wheat starch) are also present here, boasting a pleasantly springy texture that you must be sure to try! *The meal pictured is the banquet course, not the lunch course.
Hotaru, a Japanese restaurant located on the 8th floor of Hotel Ichie, which is directly connected to Namba Station, boasts both great views and a 70-year history. There are many lunch options available here, allowing diners to match their meal to their mood and budget. The top recommended choice is the [Hotaru Bento] (1,360 JPY), a favorite ever since the restaurant opened. Fried shrimp and sashimi are inside the black bento box, along with grilled items and many other beautifully-arranged morsels! Stop by and enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine for a reasonable price at lunchtime.
Hotaru
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm), Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 am (L.O. 10:00 pm) *Children of elementary school age and younger are not permitted to enter at dinnertime Closed: Beginning and end of the year Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY Address: 8F, Hotel Ichie, 1-6-8, Namba Naka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map More Details
24. Bistro Mauvais Garçons (Shinsaibashi / French Cuisine)
Go up this restaurant's stairs, facing the bustling street of Shinsaibashi, and you will find yourself in a cute, Western-style spot. The chef here has experience cooking for many esteemed individuals thanks to working as the state chef for Syria, and the comfortable bistro atmosphere and reasonable prices allow diners to experience authentic French cuisine in a pleasant and relaxing environment. The [Chef's Choice Lunch] (850 JPY), offered here on weekdays, comes recommended. Furthermore, the [Chef's Choice Course B] (2,980 JPY) is another highly recommended option, beginning with 4 varieties of tapas, then proceeding with an appetizer, soup, seafood dish, granita, a meat dish, and dessert! This is the perfect choice for anyone looking to sample a variety of tasty tidbits one after another.
This spot is renowned for its delicious pork buns. There is also an all-you-can-eat option offered at lunchtime that allows diners to order the same dishes available in the a-la-carte section! This deal offered from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm, presents diners with choices of over 30 dishes and lasts 120 minutes (last order is 30 minutes before the end). It is 2,700 JPY for adults, 1,350 JPY for elementary school-age children, and 750 JPY for children aged 3 - 5 years old. This option is good for people who prefer to avoid buffet-style dining, and it offers access to the menu's single-item choices for a really great price! The 1st floor here is the store area, so why not pick up some of their famous pork buns on your way home?
26. Antica Osteria Dal Spello (Namba / Italian Cuisine)
Diners here can enjoy wine from Italy along with authentic Italian cooking! Great attention is paid to detail here, from the olive oil, exactingly chosen for its flavors, to the pasta and focaccia, hand-made daily at the restaurant. The [Pranzo Pasta Lunch] (1,000 JPY) is a great way to experience these authentic flavors at an inexpensive price. Everything great about this spot is on display in this course, as it includes an appetizer sampler, a choice of one of the three pasta varieties of the day, and bread baked right at the restaurant.
This specialty tempura restaurant usually has around 100 varieties of tempura on offer, including many rare choices. These tempura feature the seasonal ingredients purchased by the head of the restaurant every morning. Dishes here are reasonably priced even in the evening, but there are better deals to be had at lunchtime, such as the [Shrimp Ten-don], which goes for only 600 JPY! You will love the crisp batter, as well as the soft, fresh, umami-laden shrimp inside! The personable staff and homey atmosphere are other attractive features of this spot.
Tempurayasan
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) Closed: Monday *Open if Monday is a national holiday Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY / [Lunch] 800 JPY Address: 105, Namba Legal House, 3-7-8, Namba Naka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map More Details
28. Ceppo (Shinsaibashi / Italian Cuisine)
If you come here for lunch, starting from 11:30 am, you can try the [Premium Kuroge Wagyu Handmade Hamburg Steak with Special Demi-glace Sauce] (1,050 JPY), limited to just 10 servings per day. In this dish, a rich demi-glace sauce covers an extravagant hamburg steak, made with Kuroge Wagyu beef! Forming this beef into a hamburg steak seals all of the meat's delicious fat and umami in for a juicy final result. And for an extra 50 JPY, you can add a topping of sunny-side-up egg or cheese!
Ceppo
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm), Dinner 5:30 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) Closed: Sunday *Open on Sunday and closed on Monday in the event that Sunday and Monday are consecutive national holidays Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 900 JPY Address: 102, 1F, Jungeimachi Urban Life, 4-9-6, Minami Senba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map More Details
29. Check Room Service (Shinsaibashi / Italian Cuisine)
Check Room Service is located inside the OPA shopping complex, directly connected to Shinsaibashi, making it convenient for taking a break when shopping or on rainy days. The [Pasta Lunch] (1,480 JPY) here includes access to the drink bar, a green salad, the soup of the day, the pasta of the day, and sourdough bread! The chef at Check Room Service has experience working as the head of a hotel kitchen, and their culinary creations help the ingredients realize their full potential. There are also 18 private rooms of varying sizes available so that groups of customers can be easily accommodated.
Check Room Service
Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) Closed: Irregular *Hours dependant on OPA hours of operation Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY Address: 11F, Shinsaibashi OPA, 1-4-3, Nishi Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
30. Restaurant en vue (Yotsubashi / Italian Cuisine)
Restaurant en vue is a stylish, tucked-away spot decorated in a classic-modern style with chandeliers and a fireplace. The [Andouille Lunch] (2,800 JPY, must be ordered in advance on Saturday, Sunday, and national holidays) includes an appetizer sampler plate, pasta, stewed seafood and tomatoes, bread, a specially-made dolce, and a drink! The chef's time spent training in a number of areas across Europe has resulted in authentically-flavored Italian courses that are sure to delight diners!
Unagi no Zen is a restaurant lets guests enjoy high quality eel rice boxes and chopped kabayaki eel on rice at reasonable prices. They use Nihon Unagi, a kind of eel that has been beloved by Japanese people since the Edo era. A classic masterpiece that can be simply enjoyed, featuring crispy skin and plump tasting meat, cooked with savory fragrances and soft textures. It is made in the Kanto style, in which the eel is cooked after being softly steamed once. This high quality, amazing dish has rice blended perfectly with the eel by a 5 star rice meister.
Unagi no Zen Higashi-shinsaibashi Branch
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) Closed: Irregular Average price: [Lunch] 3,000 JPY Access: 426 meters (6-minute walk) from Osaka Nanba Station on Kintetsu Line and Hanshin Line Address: 1F, Hozanshinsaibashi Bldg., 2-2-13, Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, OsakaMap
Healthy Home Cooking & Zoni Bar Zen is a restaurant that provides healthy homemade cuisine and a zoni soup bar. It is located in a convenient area that is around a 6 minute walk from both Shinsaibashi and Namba stations on the Osaka Metro. Valuing the idea that both treating illness and eating well are essential for good health, they provide high quality seasonings and broth based on the concept of making the city healthier. For lunch, guests can enjoy set meals carefully made with health in mind, and in the evening, they can enjoy alcoholic drinks such as shochu and cocktails along with the final serving of zoni soup, often eaten for New Year's. The 1st floor, which only has counter seats, consists of a casual dining area which solo visitors can comfortably enter. The 2nd floor has the feel of a sports bar where guests can spend an enjoyable time.
Healthy Home Cooking & Zoni Bar [Zen]
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O. 5:00 am) Closed: Please check Instagram for information about the closing day. Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPY Access: 6-minute walk from Exit 14 of Nanba Station of Osaka Metro Midosuji Line and Sennichimae Line, 6-minute walk from Exit 6 of Shinsaibashi Station on Midosuji Line Address: 2-6-19, Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, OsakaMap
Tavola D'oro is a restaurant where guests can enjoy Italian cuisine in Osaka Namba Takashimaya. It serves Italian cuisine with the added modern essence of traditional cuisine cultivated in Japan. This restaurant boasts a rich lineup of options, from the orthodox menu to specialties packed with a seasonal feel. They also have rare Italian draft beer, as well as a lineup of bubbly wines including Prosecco, Lambrusco, and Franciacorta. Guests can enjoy a spectacular time here for many occasions, from ordinary meals to celebrating special days.
Italian Restaurant Tavola D'oro
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm) Closed: None Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY Access: Namba Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, Yotsubashi Line, and Sennichimae Line / Osaka-Namba Station on the Hanshin Electric Railway and Kintetsu Railway / Namba Station on the Nankai Line Address: 8F, Osaka Takashimaya, 5-1-18, Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, OsakaMap
Restaurants that may be out of reach for dinner are often much more affordable at lunchtime, so keep these spots in mind when you are looking to take a break from sightseeing and enjoy a relaxing lunch!
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