Update-date: Jan 24 2024
Umeda, with its JR and subway terminals, private railway stations, and being one of Osaka's most bustling districts, is a lively and exciting area. Above ground, commercial facilities and hotels line the streets, while below ground, a labyrinthine network of underground shopping streets stretches out. It's a city full of energy. Umeda is also a highly competitive area for restaurants, and there are plenty of delicious options. Here are some recommended places you should visit when you come to Umeda.
XEX WEST
A luxurious restaurant fusing Japanese, Italian, and bar elements.
XEX WEST, located on the top floor of Herbis Ent, right near Osaka Umeda Station on the Hankyu Railway, is a restaurant that combines authentic Japanese cuisine (aburiyaki & sushi at An), refined Italian cuisine (Salvatore Cuomo Bros.), and a resort-style bar (The BAR) on one floor. Each offers an authentic taste experience. The restaurant caters to various occasions, from casual lunches to special dinners.
The elegant and luxurious interior of the restaurant creates an atmosphere suitable for adults to enjoy gourmet food and fine wine in a sophisticated manner. Surrounded by a sense of the extraordinary, you can indulge in a meal while experiencing a feeling of escape from the ordinary. Being situated in a luxurious building with a theater adds to the opulent ambiance, making it a perfect choice for those seeking refined dining in Umeda. The hospitality-rich service and glamorous cuisine combine to create a luxurious experience.
XEX WEST
Open: [Weekdays] Italian and Japanese cuisine: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) [Monday-Thursday] Bar: 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) [Friday] Bar: 6:00 pm - 2:00 am (L.O. 1:00 am) [Saturday] Bar: 5:30 pm - 2:00 am (L.O. 1:00 am) [Sunday] Bar: 5:30 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: By foot from the following stations: 1-minute from Hanshin Umeda Station, 1-minute from Nishi-Umeda Station on the Yotsubashi line, 2-minute from the Sakurabashi exit of the JR Osaka Station, 5-minute from Umeda Station on the Midosuji line
Address: 7F, Herbis Ent, 2-2-22, Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: By foot from the following stations: 1-minute from Hanshin Umeda Station, 1-minute from Nishi-Umeda Station on the Yotsubashi line, 2-minute from the Sakurabashi exit of the JR Osaka Station, 5-minute from Umeda Station on the Midosuji line
Address: 7F, Herbis Ent, 2-2-22, Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei
Indulge in high-quality Japanese black wagyu selected by meat experts in private rooms.
Located just a 2-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station, Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Betten is a yakiniku restaurant where you can savor expertly selected premium Kuroge Wagyu, including Kagoshima Kuroge Wagyu, at a reasonable price. "Assorted 5 kinds of lean meat" allows meat connoisseurs to choose recommended cuts based on the day's procurement conditions. Enjoy the allure of Kuroge Wagyu, which is hand-cut to perfection to ensure you experience it in its most delicious state.
The interior of the restaurant boasts a stylish atmosphere that might not give the impression of a typical yakiniku place. It exudes an elegant ambiance fitting for Kitashinchi, an area known for its upscale establishments. With completely private rooms, families with children can comfortably enjoy their meal without worrying about their surroundings. The restaurant offers various private rooms of different sizes, accommodating groups ranging from 2 to 20 people, making it an ideal choice for dining during group trips with a larger number of people.
Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei
Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm -1 2:00 am / [Wednesday-Friday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 5:00 am
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: From Kitashinchi Station on the JR Tozai Line, go southeast to Eirakucho-dori Street, and you will find it near Miyakojima Taxi
Address: 1F, Taniyasu Rowa Bldg., 1-9-9, Sonezaki Shinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: From Kitashinchi Station on the JR Tozai Line, go southeast to Eirakucho-dori Street, and you will find it near Miyakojima Taxi
Address: 1F, Taniyasu Rowa Bldg., 1-9-9, Sonezaki Shinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
GOOD GOOD GOOD MEAT & HOKKAIDO
Savoring regenerative livestock meat and rare Hokkaido ingredients.
Located on the underground 2nd floor of JR Osaka Station's direct connection, in a corner of Balchika in LUCUA Osaka, GOOD GOOD GOOD MEAT & HOKKAIDO is a meat bar that focuses on lean meat produced with the utmost consideration for the environment and animal welfare. The main highlight is red meat, carefully sourced to prioritize environmental and animal welfare concerns. The "Grass-fed Akaushi Beef Tartare" features finely chopped grass-fed Akaushi from their own ranch, enhanced with aromatic vegetables and homemade spices with Hokkaido miso, complementing the sweetness of the meat.
The walls and tables inside the restaurant are made of natural Hokkaido oak wood. As it is natural wood, each piece has a unique expression, and no two have the same grain pattern. The seating arrangement includes a counter, tables, and semi-private rooms, totaling 72 seats. If privacy is a priority, you can choose the sophisticated and adult atmosphere of the semi-private rooms. To ensure that friends with different culinary preferences can gather around the same table, there is also a wide range of vegan dishes available.
GOOD GOOD GOOD MEAT & HOKKAIDO
Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) / Charge fee: Until 3:00 pm: 150 yen per person; after 3:00 pm: 300 yen per person
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 50,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: Directly connected to JR Osaka Station. In Barchika on B2F of Lucua Osaka.
Address: B2F, LUCUA Osaka Barchika, 3-1-3, Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 50,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: Directly connected to JR Osaka Station. In Barchika on B2F of Lucua Osaka.
Address: B2F, LUCUA Osaka Barchika, 3-1-3, Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
San Bettei Kitashinchi Branch
Enjoying a course packed with directly shipped ingredients from Okinawa in Kita-Shinchi.
Just a 1-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station, San Bettei Kitashinchi Branch offers the authentic flavors of its Okinawa main branch right here in Osaka. The majority of the ingredients are directly sourced from Okinawa, and the restaurant places great emphasis on its cooking methods. You can savor dishes such as the "Pineapple Agu Pork Mozuku Lettuce Shabu Course," featuring Agu pork raised on feed blended with pineapple powder, or the delightful "Authentic Umi Budou directly from Okinawa" with its unique texture. This allows you to experience the true flavors of Okinawa right here in Osaka.
The warmly decorated interior, abundant with wood elements, creates a relaxed and cozy atmosphere. For those who prefer to enjoy their meals at their own pace, private rooms or semi-private box seats separated by roll screens are recommended. The crystal pot, transparent and ideal for shabu-shabu, adds a touch of photogenic charm. There's no doubt that the dining experience will become a memorable moment.
San Bettei Kitashinchi Branch
Open: Dinner 5:30 pm - 2:00 am (L.O. 1:00 am)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Exit 11-21 of Kitashinchi Station Exit. Go up to the ground and turn left. At the end of the street, turn right and walk 40 meters. The restaurant is on the second floor of the building on the left.
Address: 2F, Kitashinchi FOODEAR Bldg., 1-3-23, Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Exit 11-21 of Kitashinchi Station Exit. Go up to the ground and turn left. At the end of the street, turn right and walk 40 meters. The restaurant is on the second floor of the building on the left.
Address: 2F, Kitashinchi FOODEAR Bldg., 1-3-23, Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
Niku no Asatsu
Indulge in golden dashi shabu-shabu pulled right in front of you.
Located just a 3-minute walk from Higashi-Umeda Station, on the 3rd floor of a building adjacent to the Ohatsu Tenjin Shrine, is the Niku no Asatsu. They specialize in "Golden Dashi Shabu" using carefully sourced Omi beef, one of Japan's top three wagyu varieties, obtained through their unique channels. The "Golden Shabu-shabu of Choice Omi Beef" features Omi beef briefly dipped in golden broth made on the spot with freshly shaved bonito flakes. The result is a style of dining where you savor the meat in a broth with a rich umami flavor. The melt-in-your-mouth texture is truly irresistible.
The spacious interior is adorned with a Japanese-style design. It creates a pleasant and comfortable space where the warmth of wood is felt, and the atmosphere allows for a relaxed experience. The semi-private areas separated by white curtains feature a Japanese-inspired design, providing a delightful setting for enjoying meals without worrying about the surroundings, making it highly recommended for foreign travelers. While immersing yourself in the traditional Japanese ambiance, savor the taste of Omi beef.
Niku no Asatsu
Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Exit 7 of Higashi-Umeda Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line / Located on the 3rd floor of the building next to Ohatsu Tenjin Shrine
Address: 3F, Ohatsu Tenjin Bldg., 2-5-20, Sonezaki, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Exit 7 of Higashi-Umeda Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line / Located on the 3rd floor of the building next to Ohatsu Tenjin Shrine
Address: 3F, Ohatsu Tenjin Bldg., 2-5-20, Sonezaki, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
