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Update-date: Sep 12 2024

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A casual and affordable restaurant to enjoy while strolling through the streets of Osaka

Osaka, known as a treasure trove of food, is home to many gourmet spots. In this feature, we introduce casual and affordable restaurants where one can easily enjoy a meal while strolling through the streets of Osaka. Why not try a variety of food experiences, including unique new gourmet dishes and sweets?

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Original Kushishabu Matsutake, Shinsaibashi Restaurant

A new style of shabu-shabu where a variety of ingredients are enjoyed on skewers

Matsutake Shinsaibashi, the original Kushishabu restaurant, offers a new style of shabu-shabu where diners can enjoy dipping skewered ingredients into a broth. The restaurant provides a diverse menu of "Kushishabu" featuring beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and vegetables. Guests can also savor unique dishes such as rolls made with fresh vegetables wrapped in Wagyu or Galician chestnut pork.

The restaurant offers a chef's choice skewered shabu-shabu set for 3-4 people, so there's no need to worry about choosing from the menu. The interior includes counter seats and table seats, as well as sunken kotatsu seats where guests can stretch their legs and relax comfortably, making it perfect for families or groups traveling together. Various ingredients can be easily enjoyed on skewers, so guests who are not adept with chopsticks can also enjoy shabu-shabu without any worries.

Ganso Kushi-shabu Matsutake Shinsaibashi Branch

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line/Yotsubashi Line/Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line
Address: 2F, Shinside Bldg., 1-19-18, Higashi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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SUIPARA#Dotonbori Waffle

Perfect for social media! Enjoy a cute, new sensation of sweets while strolling.

SUIPARA#Dotonbori Waffle is a notable spot in Dotonbori where visitors can enjoy the new sensation of "Bubble Waffle". These freshly baked waffles, with their impressively puffy, bubble-like appearance, are adorned with generous toppings, making them not only delightful to look at but also excellent for social media sharing. The wide range of topping options allows for extensive customization, offering a fun experience as guests can explore their preferred styles.

Not only the "Bubble Waffle", but also the "Heart Sundae" which allows for endless customization to suit one's taste, and the "Japanese Chestnut Mont Blanc" where staff decorate with cream right before your eyes, are all exquisite. It is also recommended to enjoy these delightful sweets while leisurely exploring Osaka, as various takeout options are available.

SUIPARA #Doutonbori Waffle

Open: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm (L.O. 6:45 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 1,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Namba Station on each line
Address: B1F, Weed 21, 1-10-7, Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Gyoza & Beer 541+

Enjoy dumplings filled with plenty of locally sourced vegetables and craft beer from Kansai

Gyoza & Beer 541+ offers a diverse menu featuring dumplings and specialty dishes, including tantan noodles, perfected over a decade. Their signature dumplings use 100% domestic pork. All spices are also domestically sourced, and they generously utilize fresh vegetables nurtured by the rich nature of the Kansai region. There are always 15 types of dumplings available, with the "Sichuan Spicy Dumplings" being particularly notable for their perfect balance of spiciness and flavor.

The restaurant features an open design that allows passersby to easily see inside, creating a casual atmosphere that is welcoming even for first-time visitors. The interior is simple, offering a relaxed space where guests can unwind without feeling pressured. The menu includes dumplings paired with craft beers, cocktails, sours, and juices. Among these, the craft beers sourced directly from various breweries in the Kansai region are particularly fresh and convey a distinct dedication to quality.

Gyoza & Beer 541+

Open: [Monday-Thursday, Sunday, National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm), [Friday, Saturday, Day Before National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Yotsubashi Station Exit 2/Hommachi Station Exit 22 on the Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line. 5-minute walk from Nishi-Ohashi Station Exit 2 on the Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line.
Address: 1F, Shinmachi Chuo Bldg., 1-14-2, Shinmachi, Nishi-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Kuromon Torepichi Market, Minami Kuromon Branch

A fresh spot within the market where one can easily enjoy exceptionally fresh seafood

Located in a corner of Kuromon Market, known as the 'Kitchen of Osaka', Kuromon Torepichi Market Minami Kuromon Store is a restaurant where one can easily enjoy fresh seafood. The seafood grill, which focuses on size, such as king crab and shrimp, offers a satisfying eating experience. They also serve skewered seafood featuring seasonal catches, hearty rice bowl dishes, desserts & drinks made with seasonal fruits, and teppanyaki and meat sushi using select Wagyu beef, including 'Kobe Beef'.

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The restaurant features a playful space spread over two floors. Its homey atmosphere makes it ideal for families. A variety of soft drinks, hearty meals, and delightful desserts are available. At the entrance, the restaurant's signature dishes are for sale. There is also a takeout menu, making it a recommended stop on a food tour. Don't miss the limited-time menu featuring seasonal fruits.

Kuromon Torepichi-Ichiba Minami kuromon Branch

Open: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm (L.O. 6:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Nippombashi Station on the Sakaisuji Line, Sennichimae Line, and Kintetsu Line
Address: 2-12-19, Nippombashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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SIK eatery

Enjoy Asian food in an exotic space that makes one feel out of the ordinary

Located just a 7-minute walk from Higobashi Station, near the lush greenery of Utsubo Park, stands a red brick building SIK eatery. This cafe restaurant offers a variety of delicious dishes based on Chinese, Hong Kong, and Taiwanese cuisine. The signature menu item during lunchtime is the "Eastern Delight," which includes eight daily small dishes accompanied by jasmine rice. During dinner, guests can enjoy small plate Chinese dishes, natural wines, and even a vegan course.

An exotic space where Asian and European atmospheres blend seamlessly. The restaurant's interior, skillfully incorporating Chinoiserie elements, is lined with sophisticated decor, offering a sensation of traveling abroad while in Japan. They serve lunch and dinner, and also offer tea time and morning hours on weekends and holidays. It's a welcoming place, no matter when one visits.

SIK eatery

Open: [Tuesday-Friday, Day Before National Holidays] 11:00 am - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm), [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 8:00 am - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 7-minute walk from Exit 7 of Higobashi Station / 10-minutes walk from Exit 27 of Honmachi Station
Address: 1-14-27, Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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