The high quality of food in Osaka is widely known even overseas. While there are many delicious options, this time we have selected restaurants that offer premium Wagyu beef, focusing on the cuts they handle, cooking methods, and menus. Enjoying the finest meat in a relaxed atmosphere is truly the pinnacle of bliss. Here are five such restaurants that will richly enhance your trip to Osaka.
Yakiniku Tanmiya
A luxurious yakiniku restaurant where you can savor A5-ranked Saga beef
Located a 7-minute walk from Fukushima Station along Naniwa-suji, Yakiniku Tanmiya offers a delightful experience of A5-grade Saga beef yakiniku, sourced from whole cattle purchases. Saga beef, a highest level of black-haired wagyu, is known for its fine texture, melt-in-your-mouth fat, and juiciness. The homemade sauce enhances the deliciousness of the yakiniku. Another recommended dish is the 'Tanmiya Specialty Beef Tataki (Wagyu),' which can be enjoyed like a salad with vegetables.
The glass exterior with a black theme gives a heavy yet stylish impression. The interior of the restaurant, with fully private rooms, exudes a chic and calm atmosphere, perfect for adults to relax. The menu offers a comprehensive lineup, from yakiniku courses and assorted platters to various cuts of horumon and a la carte dishes. Using smokeless roasters, the restaurant ensures excellent ventilation measures. This high-grade yakiniku restaurant provides a luxurious mood that will satisfy your senses.
Yakiniku Tanmiya
Open:
[Monday, Wednesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) *Food L.O. 11:30 pmClosed:
TuesdayAverage price:
[Dinner] 8,000 JPYAccess:
7-minute walk from JR Fukushima Station on the Osaka Loop Line / 10-minute walk from Shin-Fukushima Station on the JR Tozai LineAddress:
1-9-11, Oyodo-Minami, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka More Details Reservation Yakiniku Wabi Sabi Hozenji Yokocho Honten
Enjoy exquisite charcoal-grilled yakiniku in an elegant space embodying Japanese aesthetics
A 3-minute walk from Namba Station, Yakiniku Wabi Sabi Hozenji Yokocho Honten is located in a corner of the charming Hozenji Yokocho. They source the most delicious domestic beef of the season and serve it as exquisite yakiniku grilled over charcoal. The 'Premium Tongue' made with aged beef tongue is a dish that spreads umami in the mouth with every bite, impressing with the taste of the ingredient itself. Depending on the timing, you may also encounter rare cuts that are not usually available.
Stepping into the restaurant from the cobblestone entrance, one is greeted by a luxurious Japanese-style space. The wood-based decor exudes a calm yet sophisticated atmosphere. The restaurant offers spacious horigotatsu seating and fully private table seating. A wine sommelier suggests wines that pair well with charcoal-grilled meat, allowing guests to enjoy the perfect meat and wine pairing. Time spent in this restaurant, which embodies Japanese aesthetics, will add a touch of luxury to your trip to Osaka.
Yakiniku Wabi Sabi Hozenji-Yokocho Honten
Open:
[Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3;00 pm (L.O. 2;30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)Closed:
-Average price:
[Dinner] 10,000 JPYAccess:
3-minute walk from Namba StationAddress:
1-1-5, Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka More Details Reservation Yakiniku Reimen Yuchun
A yakiniku restaurant that thoroughly pursues meat quality and cutting methods
Yakiniku Reimen Yuchun, located a 3-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station, is the Osaka branch of the popular Hawaiian restaurant 'Yuchun Restaurant.' Specializing in A-grade 'Kuroge Wagyu female' beef, they carefully select high-quality Wagyu beef. Professional chefs, who are experts in cutting meat, ensure the best texture and flavor by cutting the meat in the optimal way. Their signature dish, the original 'Kuzu Reimen,' is also a highly recommended item to order.
The interior of the restaurant features a stylish Japanese-modern taste with soft lighting creating a cozy atmosphere. There are counter seats where one can comfortably dine alone, box seats for families and groups, and five private rooms for those who prefer a more secluded experience. The restaurant offers a wide variety of drinks, including wines that pair well with grilled meat, Korean shochu, and rare makgeolli, making your dining experience in Osaka even more enjoyable.
Korean Restaurant Yuchun
Open:
Lunch 11:30 am-3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pmClosed:
IrregularAverage price:
[Dinner] 8,000 JPYAccess:
3-minute walk from JR Kitashinchi StationAddress:
1F, COTS Kitashinchi Bldg., 1-3-9, Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka More Details Reservation Nikusho Gyuko Shinsaibashi-ten
Using high-quality Japanese black-haired wagyu beef, they also propose new flavors and trendy products.
A 5-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station. Just a 1-minute walk after exiting the underground shopping street directly connected to the station, the restaurant Nikusho Gyuko Shinsaibashi-ten offers excellent access. They carefully select high-quality domestic black-haired wagyu beef such as Saga beef and Miyazaki beef, and skillfully prepare it with exceptional knife techniques. This results in an exquisite taste. The 'Gyuko Special Tongue Five-Variety Platter' is a dish that allows you to enjoy five different ways of eating with five different cuts. The presentation, reminiscent of a treasure chest, is also a popular topic, making you want to take a photo.
Despite being located in the lively Shinsaibashi area, the interior of the restaurant offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere. The stylish Japanese-modern space accommodates up to 80 seats, making it suitable for large groups. All seats are spaciously arranged, allowing guests to relax comfortably. The restaurant offers four different courses to fully enjoy black-haired wagyu beef. It also proposes unique menus that reflect the latest trends in Yakiniku, providing an opportunity to discover new Yakiniku experiences.
Nikusho Gyuko Shinsaibashi-ten
Open:
[Monday - Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm -12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) [Sunday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) [Monday- Sunday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm)Closed:
IrregularAverage price:
[Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPYAccess:
5 minutes walk from Osaka Metro Shinsaibashi Station, 1 minute from Crystal Nagahori North Exit 7 Address:
3-4-22, Minamisenba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka More Details Reservation Sumibi Yakiniku Tsurugyu
Savor the finest 'Tajima Beef' in an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere
A 7-minute walk from both Nihonbashi Station and Tanimachi 9-chome Station, Sumibi Yakiniku Tsurugyu is located slightly away from the bustling restaurant district. This restaurant offers Tajima beef yakiniku, which the owner has perfected to allow diners to fully savor the rich flavor of lean meat, paired with a carefully selected wine. The tender and rich-tasting lean meat 'Kuri Steak' is exceptionally delicious. It is a rare cut connected to the 'Misuji' and only a few kilograms can be obtained from a single cow.
The interior of the restaurant features a luxurious design with a wood grain base accented by red. Combined with the carefully selected furnishings, it exudes a unique and elegant atmosphere. The first floor offers table seating, horigotatsu seating, and a semi-private room that can accommodate up to six people. The second floor is equipped with five private rooms. The chef's handmade dishes are also exquisite, attracting many fans. This is a must-visit spot for gourmets when visiting Osaka.
Sumibi Yakiniku Tsurugyu
Open:
[Tuesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Days before National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 00:00 am (L.O. 11:15 pm)Closed:
MondayAverage price:
[Dinner] 7,000 JPYAccess:
7 minutes walk from [Nippombashi Station] Exit 7 on Osaka Subway Lines/7 minutes walk from [Tanimachi 9-chome Station] on Osaka Subway LinesAddress:
3-5-14, Kawaraya-machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-city, Osaka More Details Reservation
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.