Best restaurants in Osaka
10 places curated from 10 travel vlogs — the more a spot gets mentioned, the higher it ranks
Kani Doraku Dotonbori Main Store
A crab restaurant known for the giant mechanical crab on its facade, one of Osaka's most iconic scenes.
Kushikatsu Daruma Shinsekai Main Store
The most popular kushikatsu restaurant in Shinsekai, where the dish is said to have originated. The main store retains its old-school charm and only takes cash.
Fukutaro
An okonomiyaki shop recommended for its seafood okonomiyaki. Sitting at the counter lets you watch the chefs cook your okonomiyaki in front of you.
Kiji
Famous okonomiyaki joint in the retro basement alleys of the Umeda Sky Building. It gets busy, so expect a wait.
Sekai Ichi Hima na Ramen-ya
Ramen shop on the 2nd floor of the Nakanoshima Daibiru with an English QR menu and huge bowls. The yuzu-flavoured Captain Gold Comeback Ramen is recommended.
Tsuruhashi Fugetsu (Hankyu Grand Building)
Okonomiyaki restaurant on the 29th floor of the Hankyu Grand Building with night views over Osaka. Staff cook the okonomiyaki at your table.
Ajinoya
A Bib Gourmand-awarded okonomiyaki restaurant, recommended for its Ajinoya mix okonomiyaki with yakisoba on the side. It is popular, so arrive early to avoid long queues.
Izakaya Toyo
A standing izakaya near Kyobashi Station, famous for its owner Toyo flame-broiling tuna cheek with a blowtorch. The set of fresh sashimi and the flame-broiled tuna cheek are recommended.
Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Hozenji Yokocho
A yakiniku restaurant in Hozenji Yokocho serving delicious cuts of meat, recommended as the perfect final dinner of the trip.
Wagyu Itto
This restaurant is known for wagyu bento-style lunch sets, including sukiyaki-style and grilled wagyu. A ticketing system lets you explore nearby instead of standing in the long line.
