I was born in East Japan, spent my student days in Tokyo, and started working in West Japan, where I have now been living in Kansai for 10 years. No matter where I go, I always feel like "home is where you make it". Returning from a business trip to Tokyo, I headed to Dotonbori. The sweets in Tokyo were amazing as always! The Minami district welcomed me warmly despite my excitement. "Ginsuke", a well-known traditional Japanese restaurant with its main branch in Wakayama and branches in Kitashinchi and Shinsaibashi, was my destination. I love their delicious fish dishes. The "Tai Meshi Course" for 6600 yen includes various dishes like appetizers, sashimi platter, soup, fish dishes, homemade tofu, tempura platter, and their specialty Tai Meshi (sea bream rice). The fresh fish from Wakayama's nearby waters was a highlight, especially the Bonito sashimi. The restaurant's flagship dish, the Fuefukidai simmered fish, was sweet and savory with tender meat. The homemade tofu and tempura platter were also delightful. The Tai Meshi, cooked with sea bream broth, was a must-try. I paired the meal with local sake from Wakayama, enjoying the warm hospitality and delicious food of Osaka's traditional "Naniwa Kappo" style. It was a perfect combination of Japanese cuisine and sake. Thank you for the delicious meal. Merry Christmas! Thank you for all the likes and comments. I appreciate your kind messages. I have closed comments for 8 months, but I always enjoy reading your reviews. 2022.12. yu.

If you want to eat delicious fish, this is the place to go. The main store is in Wakayama. Osaka branches are in Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, Kitashinchi, and Umeda. My account introduces many other delicious Japanese meals. Follow me! Introduction: I am an acupuncturist who enjoys eating and drinking around Osaka. I go to places ranging from cheap and delicious to high-end gourmet. Follow me to discover hidden gem restaurants! [Restaurant Information] Gyotaku Ginpei Dotonbori Store Address: RITZ Building 1F, 2-2-20 Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka Phone: 050-5593-6419 Reservations available Lunch: 11:30-14:30 Dinner: 17:00-22:00 Closed on Sundays

I used the lunch course with sea bream rice. The tofu, simmered fish, sashimi, tempura, salad, sea bream rice miso soup, pickles, and everything were delicious. The sea bream rice that I couldn't finish was made into rice balls for takeout. I will definitely use it again.

Ginpei Dotonbori store - a place where you can enjoy Wakayama's fresh seasonal fish and Japanese cuisine. Located a 4-minute walk from Namba Station, this restaurant offers the Ginpei set lunch for 2,750 yen, which can be reserved in advance. Features include unlimited rice, pickles, and miso soup, as well as the option to choose grilled fish, simmered fish, and the catch of the day. This reviewer visited the restaurant after a long time and enjoyed the nostalgic atmosphere. They praised the delicious tofu and had a satisfying meal with sashimi, tempura, simmered fish, rice, miso soup, and pickles. They also mentioned that they were able to get seconds of each dish. Overall, they highly recommend the lunch at this restaurant and plan to visit again in the future.

I was in the mood for fish, so I searched online for a restaurant in Namba where I could eat fish and visited. I arrived around 12:30 and was able to get a seat at the counter right away. The sashimi and simmered fish were both delicious, but personally, the best part was the white rice. It was shiny and stood up, and I think it was cooked in a pot. It was really delicious. I thought I'd like to try the rice cooked in a pot next time. The staff were always smiling and provided very pleasant service. Thank you for the meal.

I wanted to eat sea bream rice, so I came to this restaurant. I made a reservation for 1 pm on a holiday, and there were people waiting outside, so I think it's better to make a reservation. I reserved the sea bream rice course, and because I made the reservation on Tabelog, I got a free drink. After eating the grilled fish, I was already full, but then the sea bream rice was served. I couldn't finish the whole bowl, so I asked to have it made into onigiri to take home. I was completely satisfied from lunchtime!

In addition to this photo, the set meal comes with tofu as a side dish, priced at 1650 yen (tax included). Rice and miso soup refills are free. The taste is very delicious and the portion size is generous. It would be perfect if they could bring the price down to 1500 yen, but even so, it was a very satisfying lunch.

I have relied on Ginpei-san many times, but this was my first visit to the Dotonbori store. I enjoyed a leisurely Tai Meshi course in a spacious private room. It started with a variety of side dishes, followed by a refreshing sashimi platter with plenty of ice, a simmered white fish in a large bowl, zaru tofu, and assorted tempura, all of which were delicious. There were other dishes as well, but I couldn't capture them all in photos. In the end, we had Tai Meshi with miso soup and pickles. I couldn't finish the Tai Meshi, so they kindly made rice balls for me to take home. Whenever you eat it, the Tai Meshi course is always a good choice.

We decided to have lunch and chose the sea bream rice course. It was a lot of food and delicious! The sea bream rice was too much for the three of us, so we had them make the leftovers into onigiri for us to take home. The other course didn't include sea bream rice, so we were glad we chose this one!

I felt like having sashimi, so I went for lunch. The sashimi, seafood bowl, grilled fish, and simmered fish lunch set was 1650 yen. I was very surprised by the generous portion and quality! The set included homemade tofu, raw whitebait tempura (octopus, shiso leaf, eggplant, shiitake mushroom), sashimi (tuna, squid, sea bream, yellowtail?), rice, pickles, pork miso soup. The tempura had a crispy coating that I liked. The sashimi was delicious, but I felt the freshness might have been slightly lacking based on the texture when I bit into it. I had dined at the Ginpei Kitashinchi store before, and I remember it being even more delicious. But considering this is a lunch set at this price, it's understandable. The miso soup had a lot of pork fat which was tasty. I think this is a place you can easily visit when you crave fish! Thank you for the meal!

I was drawn to the sea bream rice dish and made a reservation. It was a course menu, but delicious dishes came out from the appetizer. I was excited to see the sashimi of swordfish, tuna, and golden eye snapper on ice. Also, the fried food and simmered flatfish were very delicious. The sea bream rice at the end had a kombu broth that enhanced the flavor of the sea bream, and it was delicious. I found a great restaurant.

In a semi-private room with 5 people, my friend recommended this place as a well-known spot in the area. It has a calm, adult atmosphere. The tai meshi (sea bream rice) was delicious, with a subtle flavor of sea bream and a rich dashi broth. The cream cheese miso pickles, not shown in the photos, were incredibly tasty! The bill came out to 7,600 yen per person, which was a bit surprising for me as a budget-conscious person. However, considering the high-quality alcohol and the environment/atmosphere, it was worth it. Perfect for a lovely date night.

Directly from Wakayama, you can enjoy delicious sea bream rice at this restaurant. The spacious atmosphere allows you to savor seasonal simmered dishes and sashimi. The staff are friendly and provide excellent service. In addition to the alcohol menu, there is also a wide variety of soft drinks available so you won't get bored.

I went there for the first time. My friend made a reservation for a private room. The elegant interior. The sashimi and simmered sea bream were really delicious! It was lunchtime but we added all-you-can-drink. The dishes were perfect for drinking. This way of using the restaurant is also good. I had a great time.

On the final day of the three-day weekend, I visited the restaurant without a reservation at 5:40 pm and managed to snag the last available seat at the counter, which seemed to be crowded due to reservations. - Appetizer (yellowtail pressed sushi, white fish surimi fry, leek and yuba) - Yellowtail sashimi (1650 yen) - The texture is wonderfully soft with a satisfying crunch. The thick slices are a delight, and the flavor spreads beautifully with just the right amount of fat. - Bone senbei (550 yen) - It really looks like a bone! While there are some slightly hard parts, the crispy texture of the senbei is surprisingly easy to eat. It is very fragrant and delicious, perfect as a drinking snack with its salty seasoning. - Seafood vinegared salad (660 yen) - The perfect balance of acidity and sweetness makes it easy to eat, and it pairs wonderfully with alcohol. - Beef tendon daikon (1650 yen) - The beef tendon imparts its umami flavor to the broth, resulting in a delicious soup. The sweetness lingers afterwards, providing a comforting feeling. The beef tendon is incredibly tender and tasty, while the daikon has a firm texture with a soft, melty quality. The comparison between regular daikon and the sweeter Seigoin kabura during winter adds to the enjoyment. - Cream cheese miso pickles (660 yen) - It has a fruity flavor and is very delicious. The atmosphere of the restaurant and the customers create a mature ambiance, allowing you to fully enjoy the delicious food without any noise.

On this day, I had dinner at my favorite restaurant, Ginpei. I have visited the main store in Wakayama, as well as the Kitashinchi and Shinsaibashi stores, but this Dotonbori store is my first visit. This time, I will be having the reliable Sea Bream Rice Course. The Sea Bream Rice Course costs 6600 yen (tax included) and includes: - Appetizers: Vinegar-marinated Persimmon and Chrysanthemum Greens, Mashed Sweet Potato, Squid Sushi, and Fried Squid with Squash. These four dishes go well with beer, as expected from Ginpei. The Squid Sushi was especially delicious. - Assorted Sashimi: The sashimi included Beltfish, Flounder, Red Snapper, Scallop, and Bonito. Except for the Scallop, most of them are likely from the nearby waters of Wakayama. They were all delicious. - Soup: Steamed Scallop with Yuzu Citrus. Pouring the vinegar citrus on top of the scallop added a delightful flavor to the broth. - Fish Dish: A flagship simmered fish dish using Amami Island's Fuefuki Dai. The simple use of soy sauce and water brought out the maximum flavor of the fish. - Homemade Tofu: This tofu has become a familiar dish at Ginpei, known for its rich soybean flavor and sweetness. - Tempura Assortment: Beltfish, Pumpkin, Lotus Root, and String Beans. The Beltfish was particularly delicious, especially when eaten with salt. - Sea Bream Rice: The highlight of Ginpei, the Sea Bream Rice, was superb, with each grain of rice infused with the flavor of the sea bream. - The course ended without dessert. I also tried the local sake from Wakayama, such as the Zaga Zoku and Sanjurokuninshu, which paired well with the fish dishes. While Ginpei always delivers delicious fish dishes, I found the staff's slightly hectic and rushed service a bit disappointing this time. They were speaking too quickly, making it difficult to understand the dish explanations, and they cleared the plates even when there was still food left. Therefore, I rated them a bit harshly on this aspect. I hope this feedback can be useful for Ginpei fans in the future. Thank you for the meal.

I made a reservation and visited on a Friday night. Originally, I had a reservation at a sushi restaurant but it was canceled last minute due to the restaurant's circumstances. I quickly found another restaurant and made a reservation for the next day. Coincidentally, the restaurant is known for its seafood dishes and has its main branch in Wakayama, where I visited Koyasan earlier in the day. The restaurant had a nice atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle outside. I was seated at the counter near the entrance. A starter dish was served with a beer, which included boiled edamame and other small dishes. The fresh squid sushi was a nice touch to fill my stomach before the meal. The sashimi platter was served in a fancy dish and was excellent, especially the tuna and recommended Hokkaido sea urchin. I also tried three recommended dishes: fresh water eggplant, grilled silver cod marinated in sweet miso, and freshly boiled conger eel. Each dish was delicious and paired well with sake. I decided to add the recommended matsutake mushroom steamed in a pot, which was a luxurious dish with prawns. Despite feeling full, I wanted something light to continue enjoying my sake, so I added a seaweed and mozuku seaweed vinegar dish. The seaweed salad was made with high-quality fish. The restaurant lived up to its name "Fish Master" with its excellent seafood dishes. Although I didn't try the famous sea bream rice, I had a very satisfying dinner. Thank you for the meal.

One Saturday, I went to Dotonbori Nishi with a close friend for lunch. We decided to go to Ginpei as per my friend's request. We checked the menu outside and then entered the restaurant. We informed the staff that we were new customers and were led to a table in the back. I chose the tempura set from the lunch menu. First, we were served tofu as a starter, which is a specialty of the restaurant. The tofu had a rich soybean flavor and tasted great with the mustard soy sauce and dried fish. After a short wait, our main dishes arrived one by one – mini sashimi, pickled cabbage, tempura dipping sauce, miso soup, and the main tempura dish. The rice was served in a clay pot. The sashimi was fresh and delicious, and the tempura was crispy and flavorful. The rice, with its individual grains perfectly cooked, was a highlight. The miso soup with seaweed and fried wheat gluten was simple yet tasty, and served piping hot. The pickled cabbage added a crunchy texture to the meal. The tempura, especially the onion and shrimp, was a delight to eat. I even had seconds of the rice, miso soup, and pickled cabbage. Overall, it was a satisfying meal at Ginpei.

The tai meshi was delicious, couldn't finish it so they packed it as a souvenir, the next day the tai broth was still flavorful. The sashimi platter was beautiful, but the tempura was disappointing, seemed like the oil was old. Other than that, everything was delicious. The miso for the nasu dengaku was also tasty, and the attention to detail in every dish was great. On September 3rd, they already had matsutake mushroom chawanmushi with lots of autumn leaves, it was lovely.

My friend and I were quite late for our reservation, but they welcomed us without any complaints. Grateful❣️ After the appetizers, we were shown the fish and got to choose two dishes we liked, grilled tilefish and simmered amberjack. The sashimi was beautifully arranged and appetizing, while the steamed clams were hot and delicious. We had a fun and tasty meal at this lovely restaurant. They even made cute rice balls with the leftover sea bream rice. Thank you for the feast. We will definitely be back again.

If you said you wanted to eat Japanese food, they had already made a lunch course reservation for this restaurant...✨ I'm not sure what course they ordered, but it was something like this \( ˙▿˙ )/ ・Appetizer (homemade tofu and whitebait) ・Sashimi platter ・Simmered fish (you can also choose grilled fish) ・Tempura ・Prosciutto salad (forgot to take a photo) ・Sea bream rice ・Dessert The homemade tofu is delicious*°, especially when eaten with mustard soy sauce. It's also great with whitebait. The appetizer was quite a lot, considering it's just the starting dish. The sashimi and simmered fish (I chose sea bream) were delicious, and by this point, I was already quite full. The tempura in the second half was hot and delicious even when eaten slowly. I was happy to see sweet potato tempura, which I love♥️. The sea bream rice at the end was a huge portion (you can take it home). My dining companion managed to finish it, but if it had been two women dining together, there's no way we could have eaten it all! The staff at the restaurant were very friendly, and the speed of serving the dishes was just right, not too fast or too slow, which was nice. When I borrowed the restroom, it seemed like they were cleaning it, so they kindly offered me a chair to wait in (how thoughtful). It was quite a luxurious meal for lunch, but once in a while... as a treat (wait, what←)✨