During my junior high school days, I felt like drinking beer with my friends and decided to make a reservation at this restaurant. It is a beer restaurant located in JR Namba Station OCAT. We reserved a course and visited the restaurant. First, we ordered Asahi draft beer, commonly known as Marueff. The beer was poured carefully and brought to us. The foam and beer were in perfect balance, with a creamy and fine foam that enhanced the taste of the beer. It was delicious. The first dish that arrived was yuzu-flavored marinated cod escabeche. It was made by marinating fried cod with vinegar, onions, and other ingredients. The flavor was not too sour, and it paired well with the beer. Next, we were served a cream cheese and prosciutto salad. It was a simple salad, but the prosciutto was tasty, and the dressing was delicious, making the vegetables appetizing. At this point, we switched back to Marueff and also started drinking black beer. The caramel flavor of the black beer was lovely. After a while, we were served fried chicken thigh and potato fries. The fried chicken at this restaurant was light but flavorful, making it a delicious dish that went well with beer. At this point, my friend started getting drunk and kept repeating irrelevant stories about the local festival, his work, and bullying his subcontractors. I initially listened politely, but eventually, I had to ask him to stop repeating the same stories. It was then that he realized he wanted me to scold him, so I sternly talked to him about bullying and the lack of interesting topics. He ended up crying and saying that he couldn't stop bullying because he was good at his job and that I was the only one who understood him. After that, we decided to enjoy the beer and food again. Next, we were served grilled tea pork sausage and bacon, both of which paired well with beer. We ordered a Half & Half, which had a good balance of richness and sharpness, making it delicious. Then, we had the tender pork shoulder tomato stew with warm vegetables. It had a rich flavor, so we ordered red wine. The tomato flavor combined well with the meat, making it delicious and a great match for the red wine. Lastly, we had today's spaghetti, which was a Japanese-style spaghetti with mushrooms and bacon. The aroma of green onions and seaweed, along with the flavor of mushrooms and bacon, made it another delicious dish. As it was the last call for drinks, we ordered Marueff one last time and enjoyed it until the end. The beer was excellent, as expected from a beer restaurant, and the food was also delicious. The impeccable service from the staff made the experience even more enjoyable. I would love to visit again when I have the chance. As for my friend, he got completely drunk and, after leaving the restaurant, suddenly said he wanted something and wandered around the streets of Namba before going into some information center by himself. I guess he finally got his bearings back.

August in the 5th year of Reiwa, a light drinking set for 1200 yen. This set includes draft beer, edamame, and two pieces of beer hall fried chicken. The appetizer options are beer hall fried chicken or gyoza, and this time we chose the fried chicken. It was delicious, freshly fried and very tasty.

Draft beer (medium) Extra Gold ¥630. Crispy dried small fish and red core daikon salad ¥930. Highball Black Freezing ¥590. Edamame ¥400. Tofu and summer vegetable salad ¥680. Marinated shrimp and scallops with pickled radish ¥990. Beer hall's fried young chicken (with bones) 4 pieces ¥950. Highball Black Freezing ¥590. Margherita pizza ¥1,280. Highball Black Freezing ¥530.

Only 2 more days of Golden Week holidays. This time, I decided to have dinner at OCAT (Osaka City Air Terminal) located above JR Namba Station. I went to a beer hall affiliated with Asahi Beer, Super Dry OCAT Mall, to enjoy some beer and food. Since I ordered a la carte, I focused on cost performance even for the draft beer. I ordered a Mega Jug with a whopping 1.3 liters, and struggled to finish it (laughs). Unfortunately, the dish I was looking forward to the most, the Omelette Mont Saint-Michel, was temporarily unavailable due to an egg shortage. I'll have to wait until the egg shortage is resolved. Instead, I ordered the Cold Beef and Mixed Pizza. The Cold Beef was seasoned with sesame ponzu sauce, light and delicious. Of course, I also ordered the beer hall's staple, Fried Chicken. It was freshly fried and tasted great with the beer. Since the Omelette Mont Saint-Michel was not available, I added some German Potatoes to the order. By this point, I was quite full. It had been a while since I visited a beer hall due to the pandemic, but I'm glad I went again. It was disappointing that the famous Omelette Mont Saint-Michel was temporarily unavailable, but once the egg shortage is resolved, it will likely make a comeback. I look forward to going back when that happens.

We went to Super Dry, a spacious restaurant, for a dinner with 8 people. We were relieved to be seated in a quiet corner at the back of the restaurant. It is a perfect place for a large group. We each ordered drinks and started with a toast. The appetizers included fried chicken, a large omelette, and more. We enjoyed delicious food and drinks, and had a great time. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

A nostalgic beer hall!! The age group of the customers is on the older side, I might have been the youngest one there. The 4000 yen all-you-can-drink course is great, and they pour the beer really well, with nice foam! The food is good and goes well with the beer, although if you only consider the meal, it might not be enough. But as a side dish for all-you-can-drink, it's satisfying enough! The taste is just normal, but overall it's delicious. There were a few mistakes like forgetting to put dressing on the Caesar salad, but the service and hospitality were excellent. I recommend it for those who want to drink a lot of beer. I felt relaxed by the nostalgic atmosphere and great service.

Located inside Namba OCAT. Great value for money. Had the tonkatsu lunch set for 1,000 yen with free rice refill and a drink bar. There were other delicious menu options that made it hard to decide. What should I try next time? Couldn't have beer this time as I was working, but definitely want to try it next time.

Today I was feeling a bit off. After being stood up by the restaurants I had planned to visit, I ended up at "OCAT Mall". I was craving hamburger, so I decided to go to "Super Dry". I ordered the Mixed Grill Set for 980 yen. It was a great combination of hamburger and grilled chicken. The set came with soup and a drink, so I was able to relax and enjoy my meal. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal. I will strive to improve on my way back, and leave with no regrets.

I tried to order the giant omelette at Mont Saint-Michel, but they said it would take some time, so I decided to save it for next time since I didn't have enough time to relax today. Instead, I had a salad with prosciutto, traditional German potatoes, crispy dried young sardines and watercress fried rice. I had two Super Dry beers, but they also have Pale Ale. I'll save that for next time as well.

I went to "Super Dry OCAT Mall" in Namba. I had the tomato stewed hamburger (980 yen including tax). It comes with a soup bar and a drink bar. There is only one type of soup, but there are various drinks such as juice, coffee, tea, and roasted tea. The hamburger I had comes with rice and salad. It has a rich tomato sauce with a hint of garlic. You can also have seconds of rice. The restaurant is spacious with plenty of seating, so you can relax. Thank you for the meal.

Today, I had dinner with someone I am grateful for. We chose a place that didn't seem too crowded. We decided to go to Asahi Beer Hall on the 5th floor of Namba OCAT. The restaurant was spacious with the capacity to accommodate over 100 people. We were quickly seated and ordered some beers. For food, we tried various dishes such as Kansai specialties like kushikatsu, takoyaki, and grilled octopus skewers. They were also featuring dishes from Ehime prefecture such as jyako-filled omelette, jyako tempura, Imabari yakitori, and tai-meshi. The menu also included German potatoes, fried chicken, spare ribs, omelette Mont Saint-Michel, salads, fried squid, sirloin teriyaki, pizza, cheese platter, ham, sausages, fried rice, gyoza, yakisoba, hamburgers, and more. We started with extra beer and cheers. The food was delicious, especially the tai-meshi which was a hit. It was a great dinner experience.

JR Namba Station is located directly above the Osaka City Air Terminal (OCAT) building, which serves as a commercial facility as well as a terminal for various company buses arriving from all over the country. The 5th floor of this building is home to a variety of restaurants. Due to the sharp decline in inbound tourism, this restaurant area, which was not particularly bustling to begin with, has become even quieter, with shuttered vacant shops standing out. However, on the flip side, it is a hidden gem. Unlike the bustling Namba city center where waiting for lunch is the norm, here you can leisurely choose a restaurant, which I find myself using from time to time. This time, I visited a beer restaurant that displays a variety of lunch samples in front of the store in a lively manner. It had been a while since I last visited, having used it for a quick meal before boarding a bus. Upon entering, the first thing was alcohol disinfection. I was guided to a table seat along the wall. The restaurant is quite spacious with a total of 170 seats. As it was just before lunchtime, the place was empty. The lunch menu includes "Daily Lunch" (900 yen), "Weekly Pasta" (950 yen), "Chicken Thigh Karaage Set" (920 yen), "Namba Pork Cutlet Set" (1,000 yen), "Miso Soup & Grilled Fish Set" (970 yen), "Head-on Shrimp Fry Set" (1,050 yen), "Japanese-style Grated Hamburg Steak" (1,050 yen), and "Miso Soup & Katsudon Set" (990 yen) offering a variety of Japanese and Western set meals. Each comes with a soft drink, and as it is a beer restaurant, lunch beer (medium 450 yen, glass 230 yen) is also available. From these options, I ordered the "Namba Pork Cutlet Set" and also asked for a glass of lunch beer. The absence of Chinese-style dishes in the menu is likely due to the presence of a Chinese restaurant called "Choyo-Kaku" on the same floor. Soon, the lunch beer and cup soup were brought to the table. The soup was an onion consommé with plenty of bacon in it. After a short wait, the pork cutlet and rice were served. The staff quickly realized and brought a knife and fork for me. The pork cutlet plate featured thickly sliced pork with a distinctive cut resembling a glove covered in black sauce, accompanied by plenty of cabbage and lemon garnish. Slices and whole cloves of garlic were generously piled on top of the meat, emitting a fragrant aroma of garlic and a sweet and sour scent. When I cut into the meat, it surprisingly sliced easily... perhaps it's pork shoulder? It was well cooked but had a tender texture. It may have been marinated in something with a sour taste. The sauce had a strong sweet and sour flavor, possibly based on Worcestershire sauce. Adding lemon increased the acidity, transforming the meat into a refreshing flavor. The garlic was surprisingly mild, with the whole cloves being deliciously tender. Be careful when eating as the black sauce may splash. It might be a good idea to avoid wearing white clothes. Finally, I had a complimentary soft drink at the drink corner. The staff poured me a hot coffee, as a measure against COVID-19. The coffee was enjoyable, and suddenly at noon, customers started pouring in. It seems to be popular for business lunches. Overall, I was very satisfied with the quality and price. In any case, it's a satisfying meal that goes well with rice. It's great when you're hungry and want a hearty meal.

People talk. They can talk about good things and bad things, fun things and hard things, right things and mistakes. What is spoken and heard will remain beyond each fleeting life. A passage from "Three Demons, Continued from the Fourth Hundred Stories of Mishimaya" by Miyuki Miyabe. This beautiful and poetic passage resonates deeply, even upon rereading. Today, I visited "OCAT Mall." I went there to charge my "ICOCA" card at JR Namba Station, and decided to have lunch at the restaurant area on the 5th floor. Among the restaurants I haven't tried before, I chose "Super Dry." I decided on the "Miso Soup & Grilled Fish Set" for 1,000 yen. The lunch came with miso soup, soup, drink, fruit, and dessert, all self-service. The miso soup was filled with plenty of root vegetables cooked to perfection. The grilled salmon and fried chicken pieces were a good balance of fish and meat. I finished with a custard pudding and grapefruit for dessert, feeling quite full. After finishing my coffee, I left feeling content. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal. "Super Dry" seems to have been popular, but now empty shops are becoming more noticeable, showing how tough the restaurant industry is. Let us strive on the path we take, with no regrets in the end.

Located on the 5th floor of the JR Namba Station building "OCAT," this beer hall is part of the Asahi Beer group. During lunchtime, they offer several lunch options. Many salarymen who appear to work nearby frequent the place. I opted for the daily special lunch priced at 900 yen. The soup, miso soup, and dessert are self-service. Both the soup (today's was Chinese-style egg soup) and miso soup were on the salty side. The dessert options included cut fruits, pudding, and almond jelly. Today's special was hamburger and crab cream croquette. The hamburger was average, not too dry nor too juicy. The demiglace sauce was dark and thick, with a high salt content. It had a drizzle of mustard which surprisingly added a nice touch. The crab cream croquette was just okay. It was quite salty overall, making me feel like ordering a Super Dry beer even though I had work in the afternoon. The dishes were served in an unconventional manner, and one of them arrived late. The service was mediocre, and the price of 900 yen felt a bit expensive. Overall, it was an okay experience. There is also a Chinese restaurant called "Choyo-Kaku" in the same floor.

Visited in September 2019 with a rating of 3.07 on Tabelog (based on 30 reviews). I tried the "Pork and Grilled Fish Set Meal" for 990 yen, which came with a drink, dessert, soup, and miso soup. This is a recommended place in Namba to enjoy a leisurely meal and dessert or drinks. I ordered the healthy option on the menu, the "Pork and Grilled Fish Set Meal." The grilled fish (mackerel) was average, but the pork miso soup was the most flavorful and full of ingredients that I've had at a restaurant. The portion was so generous that I felt like I could not eat anymore! I only had half a rice refill and enjoyed fruits and drinks. The various buffet options included in this price definitely made it feel like a good deal. Thank you for the meal.

Visited in August 2019 with a rating of 3.07 on Tabelog (based on 30 reviews). I had the Lamb Keema Curry for 990 yen, which came with a drink, dessert, and soup buffet. Due to a minor mishap, I ended up having lunch at Super Dry OCAT Mall. It's a place my family occasionally visits. They were having a curry fair, so the curry menu changes depending on the period. This time, it was Lamb Keema Curry. I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I was in the mood for curry, so I decided to try it. For 990 yen, including a drink, dessert, and soup buffet, it was quite a good deal. I first went to get my drink and soup. I chose a healthy apple vinegar drink and today's soup, which was egg soup. The apple vinegar drink was not too sour and quite tasty. The egg soup was surprisingly delicious, and I ended up having seconds. The curry came with a salad, and the thick and rich-looking curry had a strong flavor. It was rich and flavorful, with a good amount of spiciness. The lamb was also well cooked and not overpowering. Overall, it was delicious.

We finished shooting with our second daughter and she said she was hungry, so we went to this place. We arrived around 2:30, just before lunch ended, and they were starting to clean up the samples outside, but they said we could still place an order. Our daughter quickly chose the beef cutlet for lunch! My husband had waffles, my son had ice cream, and I had a prosciutto salad with a freezing highball. The highball was delicious, smoother than usual! It's a bit pricey so I could only have one, but even my husband, who doesn't drink much, said he could have more of this one! We shared the prosciutto salad, which had just the right flavor with the saltiness of the prosciutto. The ice cream was ice cream, and the waffles were waffles. By the way, during the photo shoot, every time the photographer took a picture, they would say "cute! That's a good face!" and so my daughter would make a good face... Then, when my son started saying "you're cute every day, big sister!" I whispered, "I wonder if she'll be even nicer?" and at that moment, the photographer and us parents burst out laughingᐠ( ᐛ )ᐟᐠ( ᐖ )ᐟ

OCAT Mall in Namba, Asahi Beer Restaurant, Super Dry OCAT Mall is, as the name suggests, an Asahi beer restaurant. It's a bit painful that it closes at 10 o'clock, but for the average businessman, it may be enough after finishing work on time. I ordered the Jakko and red core radish crispy salad Napoletana Ton Teki from the beer restaurant menu and enjoyed sipping on some beer. It's sad that OCAT Mall lacks a bit of liveliness.

Visited in April 2019 with a rating of 3.07 on Tabelog. I've been to this restaurant for lunch a few times and today I visited for dinner. Even though I associate it with lunch, the main focus is the beer restaurant at night. With a capacity of up to 120 people, it's great for large parties. Started with a toast with beer, which was delicious. The food menu is quite extensive. I had Caesar salad, cheese platter, Hokkaido diced potatoes with bacon, chorizo & spicy potato fries, sirloin steak with grilled vegetables, beer friend, omelette, vegetable yakisoba, and long garlic toast. The dishes were delicious and complemented the beer well. They also offer drink-all-you-can courses starting from 3,500 yen, which can be availed on the same day. Overall, it was a satisfying experience.

Visited in May 2019 with a Foodlog rating of 3.06 (based on 26 reviews). Ordered the "Japanese-style assorted bento box" for 1,280 yen at "Super Dry OCAT Mall" located in the OCAT Mall directly connected to JR Namba Station. It comes with a drink, dessert, soup, and miso soup. It's a great spot for lunch, especially during Golden Week when many places are closed. They offer a buffet-style lunch with desserts, including fruits, which I really enjoy. You can also opt for just the buffet without a main dish for 380 yen, making it a nice place to relax and have coffee. Although they recently removed the tantanmen noodles from the menu, I tried the "Japanese-style assorted bento box" today and enjoyed the salted kelp-grilled mackerel. After the meal, I had some fruits and coffee, and enjoyed a leisurely time in the spacious restaurant. Thank you for the meal.

I went to Super Dry for lunch!! It had the appearance of a restaurant that is usually crowded and perfect for banquets. They had daily specials, but I opted for the Tonkatsu set meal! The sauce was on the thicker side and the cabbage on the side helped balance the richness of the pork! Even if you're not a fan of strong flavors, it's still worth a visit. The drink options included coffee, juice, and all-you-can-eat fruits, which added to the value.