9 Delicious Restaurants in Osaka Minami (Namba/Shinsaibashi) to Visit When Traveling to the Gourmet City, Osaka Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: May 02 2024

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

9 Delicious Restaurants in Osaka Minami (Namba/Shinsaibashi) to Visit When Traveling to the Gourmet City, Osaka

Osaka, the city of culinary delights, where delicious treats abound. Aside from famous flour-based dishes like takoyaki, there is an abundance of gourmet options available. This time, we will introduce recommended restaurants for Osaka's specialties such as okonomiyaki and kushikatsu.

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1. Tetsuju

A restaurant where you can enjoy not only a menu featuring Japanese black beef but also teppanyaki and okonomiyaki.

A restaurant where you can enjoy teppanyaki, including Kobe beef and A4 rank Japanese black beef steak, as well as Osaka's specialty okonomiyaki. Cooking in front of guests is designed to be entertaining and enjoyable to watch.

For both lunch and dinner, a variety of proud dishes made with seasonal ingredients every month are offered. Alongside beer, highballs, wine, and sake, you can casually enjoy teppanyaki dishes.

Tetsuju

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 10:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Namba Station.
Address: 3-7 Sennichimae, Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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2. Teppanyaki Dining & Bar Mitsuya

Indulge in carefully selected Japanese black beef and seasonal ingredients cooked on the teppan grill.

Located a 6-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station, Teppanyaki Dining & Bar Mitsuya offers a chic atmosphere with a counter seating for 9. You can enjoy the sensation of dishes being grilled right in front of you on the teppan grill, along with the rising aroma, satisfying both your heart and stomach.

The owner personally sources high-quality Japanese black beef and seasonal ingredients from the best producers of the day. With professional techniques, they bring out the maximum flavor of the ingredients, offering exquisite 'teppanyaki' in a casual setting. Additionally, the charm lies in the comfortable service of serving dishes at the optimal timing for each guest. Another delightful aspect is the abundance of menus in an affordable price range, combining a sense of luxury with accessibility.

Teppanyaki Dining & Bar Mitsuya

Open: [Weekday,Saturday] Dinner 6:30 pm - 5:00 am (last order 4:30 am)
Closed: Closed on public holidays Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station
Address: 101, 2-6-12, Higashi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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3. Bonkuraya Dotonbori Branch

A popular okonomiyaki restaurant located in Dotonbori, often featured in various media.

Right in the heart of Dotonbori, Bonkuraya Dotonbori Branch is adorned with signatures and photos of celebrities. With various sizes of tables, it caters to a wide range of occasions such as girls' nights out or medium-sized gatherings. Moreover, the table seats can accommodate up to 30 people, while the entire restaurant can host up to 87 people.

Some of the must-try dishes include the bite-sized 'Puchiyaki,' where you can enjoy various flavors of okonomiyaki in small portions, the irresistible 'Ahobonyaki' with its fluffy texture and shrimp heads popping out, and the signature dish 'Bonkurayaki,' without which a visit to Bonkuraya is incomplete. These delectable menu items are just a few among the many lineup of exquisite dishes.

Bonkuraya Dotonbori Branch

Open: 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
Average price: 3000 JPY
Address: 2F, 1-5-9 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka

4. Rokukakutei

A Michelin one-star awarded tempura specialty restaurant located within a shopping arcade.

The renowned tempura restaurant, Rokkakudo, awarded with a Michelin star, specializes in tempura and is located within the arcade of Kuromon Market. The restaurant offers a calm atmosphere blending Japanese and Western tastes, allowing patrons to forget the hustle and bustle of the lively shopping arcade. It's a place where you can relax and enjoy a unique selection of tempura dishes made with carefully selected ingredients, paired perfectly with alcoholic beverages.

They use fresh, seasonal ingredients and fry them to preserve a rare texture in their tempura. Adding white wine to the batter enhances its refinement. Their 'Edamame Croquette' is another gem, where you can taste the fresh shrimp used as a hidden flavor. When you take a bite, you'll be surprised by the unique taste accentuated by the flavors of fresh cream and butter. It's recommended to pair with wine for a delightful gastronomic experience.

Rokukakutei

Open: [Tuesday - Sunday, Holidays, Day Before Holidays] 17:00 - 23:30　
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 160m from exit 10 of Kintetsu Nippombashi Station.
Address: 2F Takoso Building, 1-21-16 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka Map
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5. Kushidokoro MOGAMI Shinsaibashi main branch

A long-standing kushikatsu restaurant born in Osaka in 1971.

Located a 5-minute walk from Osaka Metro's Shinsaibashi Station, [Kushi Dokoro Mogami Shinsaibashi Main Store], born in Osaka in 1971, offers a pairing of 36 classic skewer dishes with seasonal ingredients and carefully selected wines. The menu consists only of chef's omakase courses. With skewers as the main dish, each course includes fresh vegetables, rice dishes, and desserts, with a choice of 10 skewers or more.

The spacious interior of the restaurant centers around an open kitchen and counter seats. With a calm atmosphere and warmth typical of a long-standing establishment cherished since the Showa era, you can feel the love that has been poured into it over the years. The table settings, dishes, and presentations blend Japanese and Western influences, adding creativity to enhance the dishes. Enjoy the diverse flavors of skewered dishes crafted by chefs dedicated to kushikatsu, paired with wines selected by sommeliers.

Kushidokoro MOGAMI Shinsaibashi main branch

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 10:00 pm) / Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (last order 2:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station.
Address: 1F, Shin Nihon Mitsudera Bldg., 2-2-10 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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6. SH’UN Wine & Dine

Indulge in wine and kushikatsu with a hotel-like style.

At 'Wine & Dine Shun,' you can savor creatively crafted kushikatsu using fresh seafood, seasonal vegetables, and a light coating, arranged in a hotel-like style. They also offer an à la carte menu featuring the deliciousness of the season. Highly recommended for pairing is their selection of approximately 450 wines, curated by a sommelier. They will help you select the perfect bottle from their impressive list to match your occasion and preferences.

At the entrance, incorporating the spirit of Japanese hospitality, an original noren curtain with the restaurant's name welcomes you. Despite the chic and modern impression with a predominant black color scheme, there's a soothing atmosphere that makes you feel at ease. The elegant and refined interior space, along with the high level of hospitality, are also highlights of the establishment.

SH’UN Wine & Dine

Open: [Wednesday-Sunday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / [Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm) / [Friday, Saturday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 7,000 JPY
Access: Less than a 1-minute walk from Nankai Namba Station on the Nankai Main Line. Exit the station ticket gate and follow the signs to the hotel elevator.
Address: 6F, Swissôtel Nankai Osaka, 5-1-60, Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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7. Acchichi Honpo Dotonbori Branch

A place where you can enjoy crispy on the outside, and creamy on the inside takoyaki.

Located just a 5-minute walk from Namba Station, across the Dotonbori River on the left, you'll find [Acchichi Honpo Dotonbori Store]. Here, you can taste freshly made takoyaki with a crispy exterior and a creamy, hot filling. Among their many commitments, the most emphasized are the 'octopus' and the 'grill plate.' They exclusively use fresh octopus without any frozen ones.

At Acchichi Honpo, they use both copper plates and iron plates for making takoyaki, but exclusively utilize iron plates at the main store. Handling iron plates requires skill because the way heat is transmitted is completely different from copper plates. The unique crispy texture on the outside is created precisely because of the iron plates.

Acchichi Honpo Dotonbori Branch

Open: [Weekday,Sunday,Holidays] 9:00 am - 2:00 am[Saturday,Day Before Holidays] 9:00 am - 3:00 am
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 1,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Namba Station
Address: B1F, Juli House Bldg., 7-19 Soemon-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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8. Mimiu Namba Branch

Savor the signature menu item, 'Udon Sukiyaki,' crafted by a long-standing establishment with over 200 years of history.

Located just a 3-minute walk from Namba Station, Mimiu is a long-standing establishment with over 200 years of history. The interior exudes a serene Japanese atmosphere with the warmth of wood, and there are semi-private rooms available for up to 10 people, making it suitable for business meetings or entertaining guests.

The renowned 'Udon Sukiyaki,' beloved by many, is a traditional dish that has been cherished over the years. The broth is carefully simmered for two hours each day, and it is paired with specially formulated noodles to ensure they don't lose their texture. Accompanied by appetizers and sashimi, a course menu featuring Udon Sukiyaki is also recommended. Additionally, takeaway options are available, allowing you to enjoy the traditional flavors in the comfort of your own home.

Mimiu Namba Branch

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (last order 9:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Namba Station.

Address: 7F, Takashimaya Osaka, 5-1-18 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Map
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9. Kaisen Gokai to Nihonshu Shunsai Washoku Kutsurogi

Ankou (monkfish) hot pot, tilefish hot pot, and the specialty 'Tsufu Hot Pot' paired with famous sake brands like Juyondai.

Despite its convenient location just a 4-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station and a 2-minute walk from Nagahoribashi Station, Kaisen Gokai to Nihonshu Shunsai Washoku Kutsurogi exudes a hidden gem-like atmosphere. The interior features an open kitchen counter, semi-private sunken kotatsu-style seating, and raised tatami mat private rooms, allowing guests to relax according to their mood.

The creative Japanese cuisine, focusing on fresh vegetables and seafood sourced daily, is exquisite. A skilled artisan meticulously selects the fresh fish and vegetables, delivering them directly to the store. A wide variety of shochu, wine, and Western spirits are available, alongside a diverse selection of Japanese sake, including regional sakes like Juyondai and Dassai, with approximately 50 different types of sake available at any given time.

Kaisen Gokai to Nihonshu Shunsai Washoku Kutsurogi

Open: 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (last order 1:30 am) / Other 2:00 am - 4:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station.
Address: 201 Mitoori Art Bldg. 1-9-19 Higashi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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