For foreigners traveling to Osaka for the first time, Namba is a treasure trove of gourmet food! This time, we have carefully selected izakayas that are “really tasty, cheap, and fast” and compiled a list based on reviews on Tabelog, Google Reviews, and social media.
This phrase is a value rooted in Japan’s popular food culture, and is especially important for office workers and tourists. It was originally used at standing soba restaurants and beef bowl chains, but has now spread as a concept that applies to izakayas and restaurants in general. One of the attractions of Japanese food culture is being able to enjoy delicious food at a reasonable price in a short amount of time.
Delicious : Fresh ingredients, exquisite seasoning, a popular restaurant frequented by locals.
Cheap : Best value for money! A restaurant where you can be satisfied for 1,000 to 3,000 yen.
Fast : Speedy service with food served immediately after ordering.
- [A must-visit list of popular places in Namba]
- ① [Yakitori] Charcoal grilled yakitori Torikizoku Namba branch
- ② [Yakiniku] Stand-up Yakiniku Yakiniku Matsumoto
- 3. [Seafood] Ura-Namba Sakana Ebisu
- ④ [Kushikatsu] Original Kushikatsu Daruma Namba Main Branch
- ⑤ [Standing bar] Akagakiya Namba store
- ⑥ 【Okonomiyaki】Mizuno
- ⑦ [Takoyaki] Takoyaki Douraku Wanaka Namba store
- ⑧ 【Ramen】 Kinryu Ramen Dotonbori store
- summary
[A must-visit list of popular places in Namba]
① [Yakitori] Charcoal grilled yakitori Torikizoku Namba branch

Reasons for choosing us
The appeal of this nationwide chain is the sense of security and the good cost performance. All items are priced at the same price, so you can enjoy yakitori casually. In addition, the turnover rate at the stores is high and the service is fast, so you can be satisfied even in a short time.
Point : Enjoy high-quality yakitori from 150 yen per skewer!
Price range : 2,000 to 3,000 yen
Recommended menu : Momo Kizoku Yaki, Tsukune Cheese
Address : 13-10 Namba Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka
② [Yakiniku] Stand-up Yakiniku Yakiniku Matsumoto

Point : A5 rank Wagyu beef at a very reasonable price!
Price range : 2,000 to 3,500 yen
Recommended menu : Wagyu skirt steak, special tongue
Address : 1-3-11 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
3. [Seafood] Ura-Namba Sakana Ebisu

Point : If you like fish, this is the place! You can enjoy it with peace of mind even with children.
Price range : 2,000 to 3,500 yen
Recommended menu : Hearty sashimi platter
Address : 1F Kawanishi 1st Building, 14-17 Namba Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka City
④ [Kushikatsu] Original Kushikatsu Daruma Namba Main Branch

Reasons for choosing us
Daruma is a long-established restaurant founded in 1929, and is known as the originator of the kushikatsu culture in Osaka. Unlike other kushikatsu restaurants, it is characterized by its secret batter and rich sauce that does not require double dipping, so you can enjoy freshly fried katsu at its best.
Key point : Crispy skewers are the specialty!
Price range : 1,500-3,000 yen
Recommended menu : Beef skewers, shrimp skewers
Address : 1-5-24 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
⑤ [Standing bar] Akagakiya Namba store

Point : Casual, stand-up bar style
Price range : 1,000-2,500 yen
Recommended menu : Motsu stew, highball
Address : 2-6-3 Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
⑥ 【Okonomiyaki】Mizuno

Key point : Exquisite okonomiyaki with a fluffy texture!
Price range : 2,000-3,500 yen
Recommended menu : Yam-yaki, Butatama
Address : 1-4-15 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
⑦ [Takoyaki] Takoyaki Douraku Wanaka Namba store

Key point : Crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside.
Price range : 600-1,500 yen.
Recommended menu : Takoyaki (sauce, salt, soy sauce).
Address : 3-7-24 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
⑧ 【Ramen】 Kinryu Ramen Dotonbori store

Reasons for choosing us
It’s open 24 hours a day, so you can enjoy piping hot ramen even late at night. They also offer free rice service, and the portions are very generous, so it’s great value for money. It’s popular not only with tourists, but also with locals as a staple spot after drinking.
Point : The best way to finish off a meal! Rich pork bone ramen
Price range : 900-1,500 yen
Recommended menu items : Ramen, char siu ramen
Address : 1-7-26 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka
summary
Namba’s izakayas
are delicious
and easy on the wallet
and the food arrives quickly after ordering.
There are many restaurants like that! Osaka was once known as the “Kitchen of the Nation” and various ingredients were gathered from all over the country. Takoyaki and okonomiyaki became Osaka’s soul food because they can be eaten quickly, are cheap, and are delicious!
It is also known as a city where you can eat to your heart’s content. Be sure to enjoy a great drink and make it a memorable memory of your trip to Osaka!