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Namba, Osaka Teppanyaki Kobe Beef Zin✨ is a new steakhouse that just opened on November 1st in Dotonbori, Namba. It is a new brand from TATARA. I used it for a weekday dinner, and I reserved the Japonism course (22,000 yen, tax included)✨.
Course Overview:
- Uji Matcha
- Kobe Beef Tartare Uni Dog
- Bonito Tataki
- Kobe Beef Oden
- Dobin Mushi (teapot soup)
- A5 Kobe Beef Sukiyaki (2 types)
- Seasonal Tempura (3 types)
- A5 Rank Kobe Beef (2 types for comparison)
- Rice, Red Miso Soup, Pickles
Drink Information:
- Draft Beer (700 yen)
- Glass of Champagne (from 2,000 yen)
- Sparkling Wine (1,500 yen)
- Glass of Wine (from 2,000 yen)
- Japanese Sake (from 1,000 yen)
Pickup Reviews❗️
⚫︎ Uji Matcha: The meal starts with matcha that you prepare yourself. I found it enjoyable since I had never made matcha before, and it seems designed with inbound tourism in mind.
⚫︎ Kobe Beef Tartare Uni Dog: A luxurious combination of Kobe beef and sea urchin. The tartare is generously topped with sea urchin, allowing you to savor the differing sweetness of both ingredients—truly a delicious dish❗️
⚫︎ Bonito Tataki: A starter dish with a tomato-based Bolognese sauce and mayonnaise. It cleverly balances the tomato's sharpness with the creaminess of the mayonnaise. It’s nice to have a fish dish to complement the meat-focused menu.
⚫︎ Kobe Beef Oden: The dish features Kobe beef topped with dashi espuma. While it appears more Western than traditional Japanese, the taste is distinctly Japanese. This luxurious oden allows you to enjoy the deliciousness of Kobe beef.
⚫︎ Dobin Mushi: A creative teapot soup wrapped in pastry. It was surprisingly different from what I expected, containing matsutake mushrooms and foie gras, providing rich aroma and flavor. The micro lemon herb adds an interesting accent midway through.
⚫︎ A5 Kobe Beef Sukiyaki: Though listed as one item, it is served in two styles—Japanese and Western.
- Japanese style features a sweet sauce with merengue and matsutake, offering a surprisingly light flavor.
- Western style includes maitake mushrooms, tomatoes, and sautéed onions, served with a tomato emulsion sauce that adds acidity, balanced by egg yolk richness. Each version highlights the refreshing characteristics of Kobe beef.
⚫︎ A5 Kobe Beef Comparison: This was the main steak course, featuring cuts of red meat and sirloin. Each portion defaults at 60g, with options to increase in 10g increments. Various cuts are available, and the doneness can be selected; I opted for medium rare. It was entertaining to enjoy the flambé effect while savoring the cooked meat with flavored rice. Each cut of Kobe beef was not only delicious but also had a clean, deep flavor✨. The rice used was "Okina Kasumi," a blend from the eighth-generation Gihei, which offered a wonderful sweetness.
That concluded the course❗️ I was thoroughly satisfied with the opportunity to enjoy Kobe beef to the fullest. While the main focus is on traditional teppanyaki, there are many creative dishes like the uni dog, oden, and dobin mushi to enjoy. According to the staff, the course structure is designed to resemble the traditional Japanese appetizer platter called “Hassun,” showcasing thoughtful creativity throughout the meal. They also mentioned plans to enhance the live experience further, which is exciting! Given the price range, it may not be a frequent choice, but the food and atmosphere are excellent, making it suitable for business meetings or special occasions. If you're interested, be sure to check it out✨.