Want to visit a second place! 5 Bars in Osaka with a focus on drinks, food, and atmosphere Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Jul 09 2024

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Want to visit a second place! 5 Bars in Osaka with a focus on drinks, food, and atmosphere

Knowing a restaurant where one can drop by when feeling like 'I want to drink a little more' or 'I want to spend a little more time together' can be quite reassuring. Therefore, we have selected five recommended bars in Osaka for a second stop. Choose according to the scene, whether it's drinking alone, a date, or time with friends.

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1. Shinsaibashi [Osaka Cocktail Library Akashic Records]

For those who want to leisurely enjoy mixology cocktails until morning.

They want to leisurely enjoy mixology cocktails until morning.

Located on the 3rd floor of a building, just a 3-minute walk from Osaka Metro Shinsaibashi Station, [Osaka Cocktail Library Akashic Records] offers a luxurious space reminiscent of medieval Europe. Guests can enjoy beautiful cocktails and authentic Italian cuisine. On weekends, the restaurant is open until 5 AM, allowing for an elegant adult time without worrying about the time.

Want to go to a second place! 5 Bars in Osaka with a focus on drinks, food, and atmosphere

One of the major attractions is the mixology cocktails created using fresh fruits and vegetables, combined with the latest techniques. The process of making these cocktails is filled with surprises, and the bartender's performance will keep your eyes glued. The 'Gastric Cassis Orange' with its spreading rose aroma and the new era frozen cocktails are packed with flavors you've never experienced before.

Osaka Cocktail Library Akashic Records

Open: Dinner 6:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O. 4:30 am) (Food L.O. 4:00 am / Drink L.O. 4:30 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station Exit 6 / Go south on Shinsaibashisuji shopping street. Turn left at the first traffic light, and it is on the third floor of the IS Building on the right.
Address: 3F, is Bldg.. 2-1-32, Shinsaibashi-suji, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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2. Takatsuki [Sake Bar ACTA]

Spend an exquisite time with rare Japanese sake and carefully crafted dishes

Located a 5-minute walk from JR Takatsuki Station, there is a restaurant called [Sake Bar ACTA] that attracts sake enthusiasts from all over the country. The cozy interior, with only 8 counter seats, is perfect for solo drinking. The dishes prepared to complement the sake are offered in omakase courses based on your budget. Enjoy delicious appetizers while engaging in lively discussions about sake with the owner and other guests.

A lineup of elusive brands that sake enthusiasts will find irresistible, such as 'Aramasa No.6 X-type DIRECT PATH,' 'Juyondai Ryusen,' and 'Kokuryu Ishidaya.' Of course, there is no compromise on the food either. Diners can savor exquisite flavors that perfectly pair with sake, such as 'Live Tsubugai' with its expanding aroma of the sea as you chew, and 'Shinshu Salmon' enjoyed with rock salt.

Sake Bar ACTA

Open: [Sunday,Tuesday - Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (last order 12:00 am)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
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3. Kitashinchi [THE AURIENTAL]

An authentic bar popular for its seasonal fruit cocktails

An authentic bar located on the 3rd floor of a building, just a 1-minute walk from JR Kitashinchi Station, [THE AURIENTAL]. In a high-quality space befitting Kitashinchi, guests can enjoy blissful drinks such as creative cocktails, carefully selected whiskeys, and brandies. In addition to the calm counter seats, there are also spacious sofa seats available, providing a relaxing time tailored to the scene.

The cocktails created by the experienced bartender are all incredibly appealing. In particular, the cocktails made with a generous amount of carefully selected seasonal domestic fruits are very popular among female guests. The beautiful colors and smooth taste seem to intoxicate the heart. Additionally, the unique cocktails using herbs and spices, as well as the carefully selected whiskeys and brandies, are also popular. Please enjoy them with the food that complements the drinks.

THE AURIENTAL

Open: [Saturday,Holidays] 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (last order 12:30 am)[Weekday] 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (last order 1:30 am)
Closed: If Sunday is a consecutive holiday, open on Sunday, closed on the last day of consecutive holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
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4. Shinsaibashi [Wine Bar NOAM]

In a calm atmosphere, enjoy a wide selection of carefully chosen wines and authentic cuisine

Just a 2-minute walk from Osaka Metro Shinsaibashi Station, the conveniently located [Wine Bar NOAM] offers a delightful experience. Guests can enjoy authentic cuisine paired with a wide selection of wines. Beyond the door lies a chic space adorned in brown tones. The restaurant features spacious counter seating as well as semi-private box seats, allowing guests to enjoy their wine in their preferred style.

The wines, personally selected by the sommelier who visits the locations, total over 300 varieties. They offer a selection of French wines, primarily Champagne and Burgundy, as well as wines from South Africa, Australia and more. For a date, the recommended option is the 'Choose Two Types of Glass Wine Course,' which includes a suitable amount of food and two types of glass wine. It weaves a luxurious time for adults.

Wine Bar NOAM

Open: [Monday - Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (L.O. 1:00 am) / [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Exit 6 of Shinsaibashi Station on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line and Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line
Address: 2F, Nippo New Columbus Bldg., 1-17-27, Higashi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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5. Shinsaibashi [UMIYA CAFE westpoint]

A dining bar with the comfort of a beach house

Located a 3-minute walk southwest from Osaka Metro Shinsaibashi Station, [UMIYA CAFE westpoint] welcomes guests with a seaside house-like appearance. The stylish and casual interior, along with the spacious counter, makes it perfect for dropping by for a drink. Open until 5 AM, guests can relax in the gentle wood-toned atmosphere.

One of the features is that authentic dishes made with carefully selected ingredients can be enjoyed at reasonable prices. A wide variety of menu items are available, ranging from light appetizers to hearty meat dishes, pizza, rice dishes, and desserts, including the New York-born hot sandwich 'Grilled Cheese' and 'Meat Sushi.' This restaurant is highly recommended for those who feel they haven't had enough to drink or eat at their first stop.

UMIYA CAFE westpoint

Open: 11:00 am - 5:00 am (last order 4:30 am)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
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