Osaka Japan Restaurant Cook Beef at Table

When visiting Japan, Wagyu (a type of high-quality beef) really is a must-try food, and having a skilled chef prepare it as teppanyaki (grilled on an iron griddle) is a great way to experience this excellent beef. Here are 15 places in Osaka where you can try teppanyaki-style Wagyu!

1. Hotel Trusty Osaka Abeno Terrace Cafe Bar & Rintei (Tennoji / Teppanyaki)

Savor a teppanyaki course meal while jazz plays in the background at this refined spot. The main dish of this course is either a Kuroge Wagyu (a type of high-quality beef) sirloin or tenderloin steak. The beef they use in their dishes is not chosen for where it's from or its brand name, as only the actual quality of the meat matters. Other premium ingredients used include blue lobster, adding to the feeling of luxury that permeates everything here. And what's more, there are also 50 - 60 wine options available! This restaurant does offer private rooms, but the counter seating is recommended, as the chef puts on a performance, cooking the meat right in front of the diners.

Hotel Trusty Osaka Abeno Terrace Cafe Bar & Rintei

Open: Breakfast 7:00 am - 9:30 am / Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm / Tea time 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 3 minutes walk from [Tennoji Station] on each line
Address: 1-5-10-300 Abeno-suji, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Osaka

2. DUKES (Fukushima / Gastropub)

This teppanyaki spot is around a 4-minute walk from Fukushima Station. The chef-owner's taste is readily apparent in the tastefully subdued decor, and the diverse menu here doesn't stay confined to a specific genre. When there, order the [Miyazaki Kuroge Wagyu Tri-tip Teppanyaki], a dish which uses tri-tip, a rare cut from near the rear leg. If you sit at the counter, you will be able to watch the chef-owner preparing the food up-close! There are also many drink options offered here, including wine.

DUKES

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:45-14:00 (last order 13:30) [Monday-Thursday / Saturday / Sunday] Dinner 17:00-00:00 (last order 23:30) [Friday] Dinner 17:00-03:00 (last order 02:30)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 800 JPY
Access: Exit Fukushima Station on the south side and it is a five minute walk. Go west following under the overpass, and once you cross the Amidaikesuji, it's right there.
Address: 8-1-3 Fukushima , Fukushima-ku,Osaka-shi , Osaka (Map)
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3. Teppan DiningSEEKS (Namba / Teppanyaki)

Teppan DiningSEEKS is located around a 5-minute walk from Nippombashi Station. The casual atmosphere here is perfect for leisurely savoring a teppanyaki course meal centered around domestic Wagyu sirloin steak. This beef is seasoned only with salt and pepper before being cooked at the perfect temperature, resulting in a delicious, melt-in-your-mouth steak that is sweet and filled with umami (Japanese savory taste)! Add rock salt and chopped wasabi to taste and experience how the flavor takes on a new, delicious dimension! There is also an extensive wine selection that boasts a host of labels that pair outstandingly well with teppanyaki!

Teppan DiningSEEKS

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Day before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 2:00 am [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 0:00 am
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 407 meters from Nipponbashi Station
Address: 2F, Nippo Memorial Bldg., 6-6, Soemon-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka (Map)
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4. Kagura (Shinsaibashi / Japanese Cuisine)

Kagura is based on the concept of "ishoku dogen", which is the idea that both medicine and food share a common source. Great value is placed on the nutritional value and deliciousness of the seasonal ingredients used at this izakaya (Japanese pub), which has a modern Japanese aesthetic that makes for a relaxingly slow-paced meal. Additionally, the counter seating provides a view of the chef at work creating original Japanese dishes. There are many teppanyaki options to choose from here, including Kuroge Wagyu tenderloin, outside skirt, and sirloin steaks. Be sure to try some of the many varieties of sake and shochu (both kinds of Japanese alcohol) on offer, as well as wine, along with your meal!

Kagura

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] Normal hours 17:00 - 03:00 [National holidays] Normal hours 17:00 - 23:00
Closed: Thursdays
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: Five minute walk from exit #5 of Shinsaibashi Station on the Subway Midosuji Line. Head straight east, turn right at the corner of Minami Elementary School, located just beyond.
Address: Mansion Umayado 1F, 1-13-3 Higashi Shinsaibashi , Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka (Map)
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5. Teppan Steak Pur (Minami-morimachi / Teppanyaki)

This popular spot is somewhere in-between the Minami-morimachi and Temmabashi areas. It has a bright, clean interior that was specially created by a designer. The chef here previously worked as the head chef at a famous restaurant, and now skillfully crafts dishes with premium ingredients, such as awabi (abalone) and blue lobster, at this quiet restaurant. The recommended option here is the [Kuroge Wagyu Steak], made with sirloin or tenderloin seared on a teppan (iron griddle), which allows diners to experience Wagyu's signature aroma and sweetness. There are also many varieties of tare (sauce) to go along with the meat, including ponzu (citrus-seasoned soy sauce), yogurt sauce, and shoyu (soy sauce). The sommelier-selected wines on offer here also pair phenomenally well with this steak!

Teppan Steak Pur

Open: (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday-Friday, Holidays, Before holidays) Normal hours 5:30pm- 11:00pm (last order 9:30pm)
Closed: Thursdays
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: About a 10 min. from Minamimorimachi Exit 3. 8 min. walk from the West Exit of Sakuranomiya Station. Next to the Imperial Hotel.
Address: O.K Bldg. 102go, 1-30 Matsugae-cho , Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka (Map)
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6. Atout Dojima (Kitashinchi / Teppanyaki)

This spot is located in Kitashinchi, a bustling high-end commercial district in Osaka. The interior decorations consist of top-grade Japanese traditional paper and murals painted by famous artists, producing an extraordinary atmosphere. You should definitely try the Kuroge Wagyu steaks here! Each piece is prepared differently depending on what cut it is, but every piece is cooked at the perfect temperature. You won't be able to resist this steak's juiciness, tenderness, and heavenly aroma! The wine selection, curated by a sommelier, is another plus here. Brands featured range from well-known choices to rare labels for a total of around 60 varieties! Come on by, and experience the wonderful combination of Wagyu and choice sake!

Atout Dojima

Open: [Weekdays] 5:30 pm - 2:30 am [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Exit 1 at Kitashinchi Station.2F of [Tempu Bldg.] east of [DOJIMA AVANZA]
Address: 2F Tempu Bldg., 1-3-20 Dojima, Kitaku, Osaka , Osaka (Map)
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7. Teppan Steak Atout (Shinsaibashi / Teppanyaki)

This restaurant is just a 2-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station. You can order your preferred cut of teppanyaki steak here, such as tenderloin or sirloin. Also, the cooking is all performed right in front of the counter seats, so you can directly tell the chef exactly how you would like to enjoy your steak. The large wine selection here features primarily a variety of European labels, which pair well with steak, as well as other options like foie gras!

Teppan Steak Atout

Open: [Tuesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm Dinner: 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: Two minute walk from exit #5 from Shinsaibashi Station on the Midosuji Line, on the second floor of the Nippo Promenade Shinsaibashi building on the road side.
Address: Nippo Promenade Bldg., 1-19-8 Higashi Shinsaibashi , Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka

8. Teppanyaki Ousaka (Juso / Teppanyaki)

This restaurant, which just reopened in November of 2018, is located on the top floor of Hotel Plaza Osaka, and once the sun has set, Osaka's night-time panorama stretches beyond its windows! The luxury doesn't stop at the modern Japanese aesthetic and high-end decor, but also extends to the special, hand-made tableware. In the midst of all this opulence, diners can savor teppanyaki course meals featuring domestically-raised brands of Wagyu and seasonal ingredients! Thanks to the chef preparing the food right in front of you, this culinary experience is not limited to your taste buds, but also includes delightful smells, sights, and sounds!

Teppanyaki Ousaka

Open: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 7,500 JPY
Access: A five minute walk from Hankyu Juso Station.
Address: 1-9-15 Shinkitano, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka (Map)
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9. Teppanyaki En Sky Bldg. Branch (Umeda / Teppanyaki)

This teppanyaki restaurant is located on B1F of the Umeda Sky Building. The restaurant interior evokes a retro feeling by displaying such things as old electronic appliances. When ordering, diners can choose whatever cut of Kuroge Wagyu they prefer. The [Kobe Tenderloin Steak] is especially recommended, as it features a prized cut that's noted for its unparalleled flavor and soft, melt-in-your-mouth quality. There are many other teppanyaki options here besides beef as well, such as the [4 Varieties of Grilled Seafood], featuring shrimp, squid, octopus, and shellfish.

Teppanyaki En Sky Bldg. branch

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Sunday] 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) [Weekdays, Saturday] 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) [Sunday, National Holidays] 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 850 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from Umeda Station on each line
Address: B1F, Umeda Sky Bldg., 1-1-90, Oyodonaka, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka (Map)
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10. Miyazaki Beef Teppanyaki Steak Miyazaki-kan (Shinsaibashi / Teppanyaki)

This is the Shinsaibashi branch of the famous teppanyaki restaurant "Miyazaki-kan," and is approximately a 3-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station. Miyazaki beef, a brand of domestic Kuroge Wagyu lauded across Japan for its excellent quality, is offered here. The performance of the chef preparing this meat right in front of you at the elegantly curved counter is certainly a spectacle worth experiencing. Guests can also sit in a private room and have the chefs skillfully prepare their dishes one by one at the iron griddle installed in every room. Don't limit yourself to beef, either - the seafood teppanyaki, made with seafood taken straight from the fish tank in the restaurant, is also highly recommended!

Miyazaki Beef Teppanyaki Steak Miyazaki-kan

Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (last order 10:00 pm) open for business as usual over the New Year period / lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: From Midosuji Line Exit 6, a 3-minute walk to the east on Europe Street.
Address: 1F IS Building, 2-1-32 Shinsaibashi, Osaka, Chuo-ku, Osaka (Map)
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11. Swissotel Nankai Osaka Minami (Namba / Teppanyaki)

This restaurant is located on the 10th floor of Swissotel Nankai Osaka. Diners will marvel at the garden views stretching beyond the windows, as well as the chef's beautiful performance in producing the restaurant's diverse selection of teppanyaki dishes! Be sure to try the [Brand-name Wagyu Sampler Course], made with Wagyu brands discerningly selected from regions around Japan by the head chef for your enjoyment. The Wagyu reflect a variety of raising conditions and choices made by breeders, resulting in a diverse array of flavors. Also, don't forget to enjoy some wine, carefully chosen by a sommelier, along with your meal!

Swissotel Nankai Osaka Minami

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Address: 10F, Swissotel Nankai Osaka, 5-1-60, Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka

12. Sumire (Uehommachi / Creative Cuisine)

This spot offers original takes on teppanyaki cuisine in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. The ingredients are personally selected by the owner for their quality, and one especially recommended choice here is the [Tenderloin Steak], made using the rare Iga beef. The menu offers many other diverse original creations as well, such as "Chinese teppanyaki" options like the [Sumire-Style Mabo Dofu], okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancakes), and yakisoba (fried noodles). There is also counter seating here, enabling diners to enjoy their meal being prepared with all of their senses!

Sumire

Open: [Monday - Wednesday, Friday - Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Thursday, 2nd and 4th Friday of the month
*Open on these days if they fall on national holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Address: 103, Toei Mansion, 13-4, Ishigatsuji-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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13. MURAKUMO (Yodoyabashi / Japanese Cuisine)

This restaurant, located in a remodeled historic building, combines a refined, modern style with a retro vibe. In addition to a-la-carte dishes, there are also some kaiseki (traditional Japanese course meals) options available. The soft [Tenderloin Steak], made with premium Kuroge Wagyu slowly cooked on a teppan, is a must-try option! This meat is allowed to "rest," a cooking technique involving slow-cooking the meat with breaks in between. Once cooked, it is cut in an appropriate way on a board instead of a griddle, preserving all of its juice and umami. There are also decadent seafood options offered here, such as awabi and lobster!

MURAKUMO

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm) *Reservation required, Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday, Beginning and end of the year (December 29 - January 1)
*Open on Sunday if it's a 3-day weekend consisting of Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Address: 3-3-14, Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka

14. STEAK&WINE OXON (Namba / Teppanyaki)

Gourmands have flocked to this specialty steak restaurant ever since it opened in 1974. You have to try the [Kuroge Wagyu Tenderloin Steak] here, made exclusively with premium A5-ranked Kuroge Wagyu from heifers raised in regions famous for producing this meat. This superbly smooth, tender meat releases its juicy umami the more you chew! Diners can also choose from 3 sauces, including a garlic sauce from Aomori Prefecture. Don't skip over the seafood teppanyaki options either! As an example, you can get teppanyaki of black awabi or kuruma-ebi (Japanese king prawn) freshly taken from the restaurant's fish tank!

STEAK&WINE OXON

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
*Open for all of December
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Address: B1F, OXON Bldg., 2-3-9, Nishi Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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15. Shoei (Osaka / Teppanyaki)

This stylish teppanyaki restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of a building that's around a 5-minute walk away from Osaka Station. While top-grade Kuroge Wagyu steaks are a given, the diverse meat selection here also includes seafood, pork, and chicken. Take a seat at the counter and enjoy the performance as the chef produces sublime teppanyaki right in front of you. Osaka's famous okonomiyaki are also available here, so try a plate of these as well! Furthermore, there are 10 varieties of course meals offered, and you can add all-you-can-drink to them if you want. In short, there is sure to be something for you, no matter what you are in the mood for!

Shoei

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
[Weekdays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm)
Closed: 2nd Sunday of every month
*Closes the following Monday instead if the 2nd Sunday of the month falls on a national holiday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY *You will be charged a service fee of 300 JPY / [Lunch] 800 JPY
Address: 2F, Roman Club Bldg., 2-4-43, Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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Ready for some steak? When you are planning a trip to Osaka, be sure to try the phenomenal Wagyu teppanyaki to be had here!

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.

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