On Wednesday at 7:00 PM, I went to "Bishu" in Umeda, Higashi-dori Shopping Street. Luckily, there was a single seat available. I ordered the "Yakisoba (regular size) (950 yen)." It arrived in 5 minutes. One bite. Delicious! The thick noodles are quite tasty with a spicy sauce coating. The thick noodles have the perfect firmness, and their sharp edges provide a pleasant texture. The yakisoba only contains pork, squid, and cabbage, but the cabbage is added right before serving to maintain its crisp texture. Yakisoba is best with thick noodles and a generous amount of sauce. The taste and atmosphere are always excellent whenever I visit. Thank you for the meal.

Recently, it has been difficult to use the restaurant as they have stopped their lunch service. I was able to come to Umeda at 5:30 PM, so I went to scout out Mifune, which opens at 6 PM. When I arrived around 5:45 PM, the curtain was already up. I peeked inside and saw that there were 4 groups of customers. I took the opportunity to enter and got a seat for one person! We ordered one large bottle of beer, okonomiyaki, pork yakisoba, and a raw egg with the okonomiyaki. Both the okonomiyaki and yakisoba were cooked on the grill in the center of the restaurant. While waiting, I quietly drank my beer. After 6 PM, new customers quickly filled up the restaurant, and there was a line forming outside in no time. It was a close call, but the beer tasted especially good. The dishes were brought to each table as they were ready. They were topped with sauce, green seaweed, and bonito flakes. The okonomiyaki had a crunchy texture from the cabbage and a sweet, fluffy taste from being cooked perfectly. The yakisoba used thick noodles with a chewy texture, and the sweet and savory sauce with cabbage, pork, and squid was excellent. When dipped in the raw egg, it became like a sukiyaki-style dish, which added to the deliciousness. This was definitely a great choice! I finished everything in one go and left the restaurant. On my way out, I received a pineapple candy. Thank you for the meal.

First visit to a long-established okonomiyaki restaurant in Hankyu Higashi-dori Shopping Street (Umeda), recommended by a friend. I heard they have solo seats available, so I went around 7:30 pm on a weekday. Luckily, there was one solo seat open. I ordered a draft beer, yakisoba, and pork okonomiyaki for 2,500 yen. The teppanyaki grill was quite hot when they lit it up. I started with the yakisoba, which had squid, pork, and cabbage. The sauce was on the richer side, but the fresh cabbage added a nice touch. I sprinkled bonito flakes and seaweed for some extra flavor. The thick noodles were satisfying to eat. Next was the okonomiyaki, not the fluffy kind but still enjoyable. You can add sauce to your liking. By the end of the meal, I was sweating, but the small glass of cold water (with lots of ice) they gave me was refreshing.

After 4 years, I revisited this place. The stubborn owner always turns people away because it's always crowded. No carry-on luggage tourists allowed. Even if there are empty tables, if they can't accommodate you, you're turned away. But that's okay with me! They have a variety of canned chu-hi drinks, including Bayaris Orange and Mitsuya Cider! They even have tables for solo diners. The small, worn-out, slimy atmosphere is just perfect! You must have the bacon to nibble on. I was hungry so I also ordered the grilled squid and the classic yakisoba in a large portion! And don't forget the extra boiled egg. The sweet and savory sauce, thick noodles, and charred bits are so good! The beer goes down so smoothly. The squid and pork are generously mixed in. You dip the sweet and savory noodles in the egg, and it's so delicious! No matter how many times I eat here, it's always tasty. No matter how many times I visit, I love this space. No matter how many times I see the stubborn owner, I love it. Thank you for the meal today as well. It's the best in Umeda.

This is a restaurant that was featured on the solo female dining show called "The Lonely Gourmet" with Noriko Eguchi. The restaurant is only open for dinner now, so it took me three tries to finally visit. Eguchi was shown enjoying okonomiyaki and yakisoba with a beer, but since I was alone, I opted for just the yakisoba. The noodles were thick and firm, almost like tsukemen noodles. They were stir-fried and served on a hot plate, so they stayed hot throughout the meal. The yakisoba was generously filled with pork, cabbage, and even squid, which I love. The noodles and ingredients required some jaw action to eat, and the seasoning was on the salty side. I highly recommend dipping the yakisoba in a raw egg before eating, just like Eguchi did. If you're only having the yakisoba, a cold beer is a must. I also noticed a doll of Kitana Shuran from the comedy duo Tunnels, so this restaurant may have been famous for a long time.

☆彡Located in Hankyu Higashi-dori Shopping Street, this long-standing okonomiyaki restaurant, in business for 75 years, used to allow smoking. However, with the changing times, they have now become a non-smoking establishment, as indicated by their sign. I decided to stop by and try their okonomiyaki and yakisoba dishes. The dishes are cooked on a central iron griddle in the middle of the restaurant. The tables come in various sizes, from single to four-person tables. Since I was dining alone that day, I was seated at a single-person table, which was quite small. The table had a secret base feel to it, and my beer was placed on the window sill next to me. ○ Okonomiyaki Mix (1,350 yen) - includes pork, squid, shrimp, and octopus ○ Yakisoba (large serving 1,300 yen) - includes squid and pork ○ Asahi Super Dry Large Bottle (850 yen) First, the yakisoba was served, and even though it was a large serving, the thick noodles made it quite filling. The noodles were boiled firm and then cooked on the griddle, giving them just the right texture. The sauce was thick and rich, so I sprinkled plenty of bonito flakes and nori to add a light taste. If you like yakisoba, I recommend ordering the large serving! As I was finishing the yakisoba, the okonomiyaki was served. It had been cooking on the griddle the whole time, so when served, the okonomiyaki was a bit tough. One of the criteria for delicious okonomiyaki is its fluffiness, but this one had a completely different texture, and the cabbage was still firm, lacking the sweet taste of being steamed. Despite being a long-standing establishment, this area could use some improvement. The interior of the restaurant felt like a time warp, with a retro atmosphere. Enjoying hot dishes in this setting was quite nice. Thank you for reading until the end. Your likes, saves, and follows are very encouraging. If you like, please click on the like button. I also have an Instagram account @ginjirou.star, so feel free to check it out!

When we arrived at 17:45 on Saturday, the restaurant was just about to seat customers, but they stopped right in front of us... However, we really wanted to eat there so we decided to wait. Surprisingly, a table opened up in about 20 minutes. Even though they officially open at 18:00, it seems like they start seating customers a bit earlier. It might be a good idea to check around 17:30 if you plan to go. While waiting, it's best to decide on your order! We had the pork okonomiyaki and yakisoba. The okonomiyaki had a lot of cabbage and was sweet and delicious. But the yakisoba was incredibly tasty! Adding an egg and eating it like sukiyaki is highly recommended. It becomes milder and the flavor is unique to this place. The owner and his wife seemed a bit reserved at first, but they ended up saying "thank you" cheerfully at the end, making it a very lovely restaurant (*^^*). I would love to go there again! Thank you for the meal!

Osaka's long-established okonomiyaki restaurant, Mifune-san!! The atmosphere of the shop has a nostalgic charm! It definitely has a strong sense of tradition! We ordered yakisoba and okonomiyaki, followed by a bottle of beer! The yakisoba had thick noodles, providing a satisfying texture. The okonomiyaki was not the fluffy type that is popular nowadays, but rather had a firmer texture.

I visited a nostalgic place after about 10 years. I couldn't remember at all what the taste was like. I ordered pork okonomiyaki and yakisoba, and also an egg. The yakisoba arrived, and it was delicious! The noodles were thick and chewy, and the sauce was tasty. Eating it with the egg was another level of deliciousness. I can't forget the yakisoba here.

I went to the restaurant "Bifune" in Umeda, which has short opening hours both during the day and at night, making it difficult to get in. The atmosphere of the restaurant was charming, with a few individual teppanyaki tables with partitions in the cozy interior. Once the teppanyaki grill was lit, it gave off quite a bit of heat, making the beer go down smoothly. I ordered the Butatama (pork okonomiyaki) and yakisoba (regular size), which were both delicious and satisfying. The okonomiyaki had a crunchy texture with plenty of cabbage and juicy pork in the center, while the yakisoba had thick, chewy noodles covered in sweet sauce. The elderly chef cooked the dishes skillfully, and I could feel the history of the restaurant through his presence. The opening hours are from 12:00 for lunch and 18:00 for dinner, but there may be slight changes on the day, so keep that in mind.

I revisited the old okonomiyaki restaurant Misen in the Higashi-dori Shotengai of Hankyu Umeda after about 15 years! - At 11:50, there were 18 people lined up - At 12:00, the shop opened and people started entering - Luckily, I managed to get in before the others who were told to come back in an hour - I ordered the pork okonomiyaki for 950 yen, yakisoba with squid and pork for 950 yen, and added a raw egg for 150 yen - The pork okonomiyaki was delicious, served with only sauce, bonito flakes, and seaweed on the side - The yakisoba was also tasty, with thick noodles and a tangy sauce - I finished eating by 1:00 and paid in cash - The whole experience took about an hour, and when I left, the closed sign was already up Thank you for reading until the end! If you could 'like,' 'follow,' 'save the restaurant,' or leave a comment, it would be greatly appreciated for my future motivation. Thank you!

I visited this restaurant after seeing it on a drama called "The Solo Female Diner's Guide". When I arrived, it was already full, but after waiting for a few minutes, I was seated. The interior had a nostalgic feel, probably because it is a long-established okonomiyaki restaurant. They had tables for multiple people as well as for solo diners. I ordered the mixed okonomiyaki, which had octopus, pork, squid, and shrimp. The cabbage was cut into slightly larger pieces, giving it a crunchy texture and making it satisfying to eat. The plentiful pickled ginger added a sharp flavor as well. Besides okonomiyaki, they also had yakisoba, so I would like to come back to try that. Just a tip, it's better to go early as the restaurant filled up quickly after I arrived. Thank you for the delicious meal.

The restaurant opened at 12 o'clock, but there was already a line at 11:40. I got cut off after the first round. If you don't go early, you might not be able to eat even if you wait in line. There are quite a few seats for solo diners inside the restaurant, so if you really want to eat, it's better to go early. But it's worth it because the food is really delicious... They will show you the deliciousness of Osaka's okonomiyaki. Also, the yakisoba is surprisingly delicious, so be sure to try it.

I happened to pass by a shopping street and saw about 3 people lining up at a store that opens at 6pm. My friend really wanted to eat okonomiyaki, so I thought we could probably get in. The store seemed to cater more to regular customers, with a strong nostalgic vibe. They didn't allow groups of 4 or more, and no luggage was allowed inside. The menu was simple: 2 large bottles of beer, 1 mix okonomiyaki, and 1 yakisoba. The owner cooked the food and brought it to us. The taste of the okonomiyaki was exactly what I had been craving for. It had that old-fashioned, firm texture, unlike the fluffy ones you find nowadays. The yakisoba was also delicious. It's probably best not to stay for too long, and the bill was calculated using an abacus, adding to the retro charm of the place. Overall, I definitely plan on going back.笑

Located in the Higashidori Shopping Street, the restaurant Bifune-san exudes a sense of history with its appearance. As soon as you step inside, you can truly feel the long history of this establishment. The walls and pillars, blackened by years of accumulated oil and smoke, add to the nostalgic atmosphere. The iron plates and tables show signs of age, and the owner himself exudes a seasoned charm. This famous restaurant, featured on a certain TV show, was luckily not too crowded when I visited, and I was able to get a table without much of a wait. I tried the seasonal speciality, "Kakiyaki" for 1250 yen, "Yakisoba" for 950 yen, and "Tsuketama" for 150 yen. The owner personally grilled the dishes at a table in the back before serving them. It's worth noting that the owner dislikes mayonnaise, so when I asked for some, he reluctantly handed me a small packet. The plump oysters in the "Kakiyaki" were delicious, with a perfect balance of sweetness from the cabbage and a crisp texture. The "Yakisoba" used flat noodles that were chewy and soaked up the sauce well, making it equally delicious. I left the restaurant feeling full and satisfied. Since the restaurant had taken a break for a while, I hope they can continue for a long time without any issues. As I passed by the restaurant recently, I heard they were taking another break, which makes me curious. The food was truly delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I first came here many years ago and wandered around the shopping street with a friend, feeling nervous and on edge due to the various signs outside the shop saying "No this" and "No that". I was pulling a noisy carrier at the time... But luckily, that day the entrance was empty so they allowed me to bring it in. It's the shop where I first thought okonomiyaki was delicious and they made me a fan of flour-based dishes. Since then, every time I go to Osaka, I ask to be taken there after checking out of the hotel. This time, I woke up looking forward to enjoying the beautiful boat again. I also like the yakisoba that the quiet and kind owner cooks. This time, they cooked all the okonomiyaki first and then served it on the hot plate. I can only go occasionally, but it's nice that they remember me and say "See you next time" when I leave. By the way, this time, there was chorizo and octopus sausage in the okonomiyaki. My friend who can't eat spicy chorizo was very happy.

Pork okonomiyaki for ¥950, draft beer for ¥600. The small, cozy shop has single seats on the left. The owner cooks on the grill in the back and brings the food to your table. Add sauce, bonito flakes, and seaweed yourself. The finely shredded cabbage has a crunchy texture. It reminds me of the okonomiyaki my mom used to make. The nostalgic atmosphere was wonderful. Thank you for the meal. It was delicious. 7.0

The cool shop owner opened the curtain. How many people? There were about 3 or 4 tables for solo diners over there. The okonomiyaki I was looking forward to was delicious with egg on top. The yakisoba with egg was tasty too. I didn't know what to order, so I ended up making an omusoba halfway through.

I went to this restaurant after about 10 years. It's a retro place established in Showa 23. The head of the restaurant cooks the food on the grill and serves it on the table. I ordered a mixed okonomiyaki and yakisoba, along with a non-alcoholic beer. The yakisoba was delicious with thick noodles and a satisfying mix of ingredients. The okonomiyaki had a good variety of toppings like pork, shrimp, squid, and octopus. The shrimp was juicy and the seafood was fresh. The texture of the okonomiyaki was just right, not too soft or too firm. The staff was not very friendly, but they did smile when I said the food was delicious. They even offered me a pineapple candy at the end. Overall, it was a tasty meal and I enjoyed it.

After returning from Wakayama, I went to Osaka and decided to try some "konamon" (flour-based dishes) at Bishu in Hankyu Higashi-dori Shopping Street. It's an old established restaurant founded in 1948. Oh, they're playing Clapton's live music here! Feeling good!! While their yakisoba is also a specialty, I came here for the konamon, so I ordered the pork okonomiyaki. And one draft beer, please! In this restaurant, you usually cook the okonomiyaki yourself (the yakisoba is cooked on a separate hot plate and then moved to your table). However, maybe because of the pandemic, the owner cooked the okonomiyaki on the same hot plate as the yakisoba and brought it to our table. It was thick and fluffy. You can add your own sauce and toppings. Delicious! However, since I was already thinking about my next meal, I decided to end it here for now. Thank you for the meal.

In an emergency situation, I visited this restaurant once before, but unfortunately it was closed. Yesterday, I was near the Umeda hotel so I decided to give it another try. The restaurant opens at 6:00 pm, but I arrived around 5:45 pm. There was no line outside yet, but the curtain was still down so I had to wait. Eventually, the door opened and a stubborn old man came out. Surprisingly, he let us in. There were already two other groups inside. I ordered a mixed okonomiyaki, yakisoba, and beer to share with my colleague. I was fascinated by the way they cooked the yakisoba. The okonomiyaki was average, but the yakisoba with thick noodles was delicious. Thank you for the meal.