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Summary
Osaka, known as 'the nation’s kitchen', is a paradise for food lovers, offering a wide range of dining experiences from traditional sushi and okonomiyaki to innovative Spanish cuisine and specialty dishes like fugu. This guide highlights the top local restaurants that embody the city's culinary tradition and innovation.
Central Market Endo Sushi Kiyobashi
Renowned for serving the best sushi in Osaka, located in the Osaka fish market. Offers a popular omakase set with seasonal sushi.
Tips
Try the omakase set for a selection of seasonal sushi. English menu available.
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Fujiya 1935
A Michelin-starred restaurant offering modern Spanish cuisine with a seasonal menu. Known for its innovative dishes and superb wine selection.
Tips
Sample the seared duck breast with wasabi leaves and the signature 'sponge bread'.
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Hajime
A Michelin-starred restaurant with a minimalist dining room, offering seasonally changing set menus that combine Japanese attention-to-detail with European flair.
Tips
Choose from a standard tasting menu, a smaller set menu, or a vegetable tasting menu.
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Kani Douraku
Famous for its giant crab display and specializing in crab dishes served in various preparations.
Tips
Try the crab tempura or crab sushi for a unique experience.
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Matsusaka Yakiniku M
Specializes in Matsusaka beef, offering a variety of cuts for diners to sear on tabletop grills.
Tips
Order the 'DX Platter' to try 6 different cuts of Matsusaka beef.
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Mizuno
Osaka's oldest okonomiyaki restaurant, known for its yamaimo-yaki, a version of okonomiyaki with a soft texture and slightly sweet flavour.
Tips
Try the yamaimo-yaki for a unique take on okonomiyaki.
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Tsuki no Odori
Specializes in chicken dishes, offering both familiar and adventurous options like chicken breast sashimi.
Tips
For an adventurous choice, try the chicken breast sashimi or chicken heart yakitori.
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Tsurutontan Soemoncho
One of Osaka’s most popular udon restaurants, known for its large portions and diverse menu including curry udon and udon ice cream.
Tips
Try the curry udon for a unique twist on a classic dish.
