Update-date: Nov 13 2024
Osaka, the second largest city after Tokyo, is known as a food lover's paradise, so much so that there is a saying 'kuidaore,' which means to spend extravagantly on food. In such a city, we introduce recommended Italian restaurants that shine with a uniquely Japanese essence. From casual spots to high-end establishments, why not visit the restaurants where gourmet-loving Osakans gather?
Italian Restaurant Tavola D'oro
Classic Italian Cuisine from Ginza in Osaka Namba
Tavola D'oro, an Italian restaurant located just a 3-minute walk from Namba Station, originated in Tokyo's Ginza. Guests can enjoy contemporary Italian cuisine that adds a modern twist to traditional dishes, such as homemade pâté and pizza topped with mozzarella cheese from Shiranuka Town in Hokkaido. Among the highlights is the course menu featuring fresh pasta, 'Pasta Fresca,' which is made daily.
The restaurant is located on the 8th floor of Takashimaya in Namba, within the Namba Dining Maison. The interior is chic, making it perfect for special occasions. The table is adorned with sparkling wines such as 'Prosecco,' the slightly sparkling red 'Lambrusco,' and the luxurious 'Franciacorta,' which are essential for toasts. Don't miss out on the rare Italian beers as well.
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, Osaka
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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, Osaka
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Ristorante QUINTOCANTO
Experience Cucina Creativa in a Modern and Elegant Space
Ristorante QUINTOCANTO, located a 5-minute walk from Watanabebashi Station, is a restaurant that follows Italian traditions and regional characteristics, reimagined through the chef's sensibilities into a cuisine known as 'Cucina Creativa.' Guests can enjoy a monthly changing course consisting of 11 dishes. The 'Spaghetti Salsa Pomodoro' is a popular dish, simply prepared with the flavors of aromatic vegetables and tomatoes.
The restaurant is located on the first floor of the Daibiru Main Building, a beautiful Neo-Romanesque structure in Nakanoshima. The interior, predominantly white, offers a modern and chic space that feels both glamorous and calming. Why not spend some quality time enjoying wine pairings, primarily from Italy, matched with each dish?
Ristorante QUINTOCANTO
Open: Lunch 12:00 P.M.-3:30 P.M. (Last order 1:00 P.M.) Dinner 6:00 P.M.-11:00 P.M. (Last order 8:00 P.M.) (Weekdays, Saturday, holidays, the days before holidays)
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 7,500 JPY / [Lunch] 7,500 JPY
Access: 5 minute walk from Watanabe-bashi Station on the Keihan Nakanoshima Line, or a 10-minute walk from Higobashi Station on the Osaka Municipal Subway - Yotsubashi Line
Address: Daibiru main building 1F, Nakanoshima 3-6-32, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
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Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 7,500 JPY / [Lunch] 7,500 JPY
Access: 5 minute walk from Watanabe-bashi Station on the Keihan Nakanoshima Line, or a 10-minute walk from Higobashi Station on the Osaka Municipal Subway - Yotsubashi Line
Address: Daibiru main building 1F, Nakanoshima 3-6-32, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka
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Trattoria Tanta Felicita
An authentic Italian restaurant that brings a lot of happiness
Trattoria Tanta Felicità, located an 18-minute walk from Owada Station, is a restaurant where guests can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine made with seasonal ingredients. The recommended dish is 'Miyagi Prefecture Kanpo Wagyu Long Roast with Fresh Wasabi,' which uses Japanese beef raised on feed blended with 14 types of herbs. This uniquely Japanese dish features the umami of the meat sealed in by low-temperature roasting, perfectly complemented by the wasabi.
The restaurant is located in a residential area along the national highway in Kadoma City. The striking contrast of white and blue on the exterior catches the eye. Upon entering, the interior exudes a calm atmosphere with a base of white and brown. It combines a sense of luxury with a casual feel. True to its name, 'tanta felicita' (meaning 'lots of happiness'), this restaurant delivers happiness.
Tanta Felicita
Open: Lunch 11:00 - 14:00 / Dinner 18:00 - 23:00
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPY
Access: From Keihan Main Line, Owada station take the Keihan Bus for Kadoma-Danchi, get off at the Minaminoguchi bus stop, and it is immediately after you pass under the Daini-Keihan Highway.
Address: 1F, 3-7-11Shimagashira , Kadoma, Osaka
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Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPY
Access: From Keihan Main Line, Owada station take the Keihan Bus for Kadoma-Danchi, get off at the Minaminoguchi bus stop, and it is immediately after you pass under the Daini-Keihan Highway.
Address: 1F, 3-7-11Shimagashira , Kadoma, Osaka
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La Lucciola
Savor seasonal Italian dishes while enjoying a selection of around 100 different wines.
La Lucciola, an Italian restaurant that brings out the best in seasonal ingredients, is a 3-minute walk from Fukushima Station. The recommended 'Acqua Pazza' is a dish packed with the flavors of fish and clams that change with the seasons. The 'Omi Beef and Tongue Stewed in Red Wine,' which is directly sourced from Shiga Prefecture and simmered in wine for four hours, is also a must-try dish.
The restaurant is nestled in an alley just off the main street. Inside, it has a cozy, hidden retreat-like atmosphere where guests can enjoy their meals at a leisurely pace. The wine selection is extensive, with around 100 varieties available at all times, including back vintages and organic options. The Italian wines range from the north to the south, so guests can find their preferred glass.
La Lucciola
Open: [Monday, Wednesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before Holidays] Lunch 12:00 - 13:30 (last order 13:30) / Dinner 18:00 - 00:00 (last order 00:00)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes on foot from Fukushima Station. Follow the main street (Naniwasuji) north, cross the “Fukushima 6 Minami” Intersection, and take the next right. You will come upon the restaurant shortly thereafter.
Address: 5-7-3, Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes on foot from Fukushima Station. Follow the main street (Naniwasuji) north, cross the “Fukushima 6 Minami” Intersection, and take the next right. You will come upon the restaurant shortly thereafter.
Address: 5-7-3, Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
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Trattoria & Pizzeria BEATO
Enjoy the chewy Neapolitan pizza baked in a special oven
Trattoria & Pizzeria BEATO, located a 2-minute walk from Tanimachi 4-chome Station, is a restaurant where one can enjoy carefully crafted dishes in the authentic Italian style. The Napoli-style pizzas, baked at high temperatures in the restaurant's special oven, are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Enjoy the authentic taste with classic options like the 'Pizza Margherita' topped with mozzarella directly imported from Naples.
The interior of the restaurant, with its classical decor, features dark brown furniture and furnishings that exude a sense of grandeur. Guests can enjoy their meals in a relaxed and calm atmosphere, attracting many regulars from the neighborhood as well as tourists. English support is available, making it easy for foreign visitors to come in. Guests can spend a blissful time with a wide variety of wines sourced from all over Italy, from the north to the south.
Trattoria & Pizzeria BEATO
Open: [Weekday, Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Tanimachi Yonchome Station on Osaka Municipal Subway Tanimachi Line or Chuo Line. After exiting from exit 3, turn left at the first signal along Honmachi-dori.
Address: 1-4-2, Yariya-machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Tanimachi Yonchome Station on Osaka Municipal Subway Tanimachi Line or Chuo Line. After exiting from exit 3, turn left at the first signal along Honmachi-dori.
Address: 1-4-2, Yariya-machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka
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Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
