Here in this Western-style restaurant, it seems to be the 80th anniversary since its establishment. It is a true family restaurant run by an elderly couple, their daughter, and their grandchild, spanning three generations. You need to make a reservation by phone in advance to get a seat, but luckily this time they had an opening so we decided to give it a try. The restaurant has only 6 counter seats, but there is a hidden room in the back where you can enjoy a private dining experience with a great selection of wines if you make a reservation in advance. VIPs also visit this place. I was wondering what to eat this time, but the master recommended a set of tonkatsu and hamburger for food lovers like me, so I decided to try it. First, I tried the tonkatsu as it is, and it was a fantastic tonkatsu with a good amount of fat but not too heavy, and a moderate sweetness. It goes really well with the generous amount of demi-glace sauce. The hamburger was very tender, almost falling apart, but it was a dish that really brought out the flavor of the meat. This is a restaurant that you would want to boast about and recommend to others.

I visited a renowned Western-style restaurant in Imazato, Osaka for the first time. I made a reservation in advance and arrived at 11:30 am on a Saturday. Upon entering the restaurant, I was asked to remove my mask and sanitize my hands before being seated. There was a seating fee of 100 yen. I ordered the special tonkatsu, which came with the owner's special sauce and a thick, tender cutlet. It was delicious! Note: I refrained from taking photos with my phone as I was worried about being asked to sanitize my hands again.

My wife and I went out for lunch at this restaurant. Despite it being Obon season and looking like it might be closed, when we opened the door, we saw two couples dining at the counter. One reservation had been rescheduled, so we were able to get a table. Before entering, we had to sanitize our hands, and once inside, we were told not to touch our phones as they would get dirty (I wonder how everyone took photos?). I couldn't take a photo of the food, but I ordered the hamburger steak. It was delicious, not too heavy with a juicy flavor. The owner said it was made with only beef, pork, and onions, without any breadcrumbs commonly used as a binder. My wife's shrimp fry was also good, a decent size and tasty with the demi-glace sauce. As others have mentioned, the owner and waitress (possibly a couple) have unique personalities. They are friendly if you engage in conversation, but may seem standoffish if you don't. Reservations are a must, as the owner explained that they want to save on electricity costs when there are no customers. They even gave us their business card. We will definitely come back to try their special tonkatsu next time.

"Western Cuisine Top 100 Restaurants 2023" [Visit] Easy access from Kintetsu "Imazato" Station, 10 minutes on foot [Queue] Reservations accepted on weekdays, enter at 11:30 with a reservation [Order] Verbally order the special tonkatsu for $1,500, rice for $200. A plate of tender, thick, and huge tonkatsu topped with special demi-glace sauce (table condiments) special sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and ground mustard [Interior] 18 seats - 8 counter seats, 6 tatami seats, 4 VIP seats Google Local Guide: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zGp2fBXsxi72dRVC6 Instagram: https://instagram.com/i.shige_tabearuki?utm_source=qr&igshid=MzNlNGNkZWQ4Mg%3D%3D

In Ikuno Ward, Shinkonosato, a stubborn old owner and his wife with bad legs run a Western food restaurant that is considered one of the best in the area. Reservations are essential and can only be made by phone. If you arrive without a reservation right after the 11:30 am opening, you will be seated on the second floor. Those who have made reservations will be seated at the first-floor counter, which has six seats. Everyone orders the hamburger steak except for one person who orders the pork cutlet. The food is served within two minutes of ordering, and both the hamburger steak and rice are piping hot and delicious. After paying, some customers are still waiting for their dishes to arrive. It's quite a scene!

It was a little after 7 pm on Sunday. I realized I hadn't made a reservation as I stood in front of the door. I decided to try my luck and entered, only to find two other customers already inside. I asked if it was okay to be there without a reservation, and was directed to sanitize my hands with alcohol spray before being seated at the counter. I ordered, and a large block of pork was brought out for cutting. I could hear the sound of frying in the background. First, rice was served, followed by a special tonkatsu. As mentioned in other reviews, the meat was tough. When I struggled to cut it, the staff provided me with a different knife. The tonkatsu felt more like a skewer without the skewer, but the demi-glace sauce was delicious.

Located near Koisenji, this family-run Western restaurant, which exudes a nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere, is a popular spot known for its special tonkatsu made with Matsusaka pork from Mie Prefecture, and double servings of tonkatsu and hamburg. The owner and head chef, Akio Nishida, is well-versed in wine and offers a selection of wines personally chosen by him. The restaurant was established in 1945 and can be reached by an 11-minute walk from Kintetsu Imazato Station. Operating hours are 11:30-15:00 and 17:00-21:00 on weekdays, and 17:00-21:00 on Sundays, with irregular closing days. The restaurant has 18 seats, including 8 counter seats, 6 tatami seats, and 4 VIP private rooms available only at night. Reservations can be made by phone. The popular menu items are the special tonkatsu and hamburg. The portions are generous, with the special tonkatsu being incredibly thick and the hamburg being large, both offering high satisfaction. The hamburg, topped with special demi-glace sauce, is fluffy, tender, juicy, and allows you to fully enjoy the flavor of the meat. The tonkatsu, however, was a bit tough. This is a casual restaurant where you can easily stop by alone, and it is recommended for tonkatsu and hamburg lovers. [Order] - Special Tonkatsu: 1,500 yen - Hamburg: 1,000 yen

I ordered the menu ☆ tonkatsu ☆ with white rice, which came to a total of 1,300 yen. I asked for a small portion of rice. The price was not included in the review, haha. We arrived after 7pm and were able to enter without waiting in line. The staff recommended trying the special tonkatsu next time. I plan to try the special tonkatsu next time. Thank you for the meal! Thank you, Grill Taihei, for the delicious meal!

On weekdays at 5:00 pm, there was no wait for the special tonkatsu (¥1,500) with rice (¥200). I have lived in Osaka for a long time, but I have never been to the area south of Namba and east of Uehonmachi. Nowzato was an unexplored land with the image of a typical old man and old lady. The couple here were also strong personalities, especially the old man whose quirkiness was at a level that some may find hard to tolerate. For some reason, they explained that they don't wear masks as a measure against COVID-19, which was unscientific and unheard of. I just nodded along to avoid any trouble. They wouldn't let you in without removing your mask. Surprisingly, both of them claimed they hadn't been infected with COVID-19, showing confidence in their theory. They were the most troublesome type. Both of them were quite elderly, and the old lady seemed to have difficulty walking. "There will be a TV broadcast tomorrow, so next week we'll be fully booked. You're lucky to have come today," said the old man. We ordered the famous special tonkatsu. They didn't have Hayashi rice, which looked delicious in the photos, so I reluctantly ordered rice instead. It was lucky to get in without a reservation, but unlucky not to be able to eat Hayashi rice. Now, onto the main dish, the special tonkatsu. It was a thick tonkatsu covered in demiglace sauce. It was quite tough, making it hard to cut with a knife. I imagine the tonkatsu at famous Western or tonkatsu restaurants to be very soft due to low-temperature frying, but this one was different. The meat quality and the traditional deep-fried style made it quite tough. The tonkatsu itself was just average. The demiglace sauce, despite looking rich, was actually quite light. The only thing I liked was this demiglace sauce, including the service and everything else. Since the tonkatsu was just average, I think this demiglace sauce would have been better with a hamburger. It had a unique taste that I haven't had much before. Also, I'm not sure why, but they charged a 100 yen entrance fee per person. It wasn't a cover charge, it was literally an entrance fee. If that's the case, I would prefer if they just raised all menu prices by 100 yen. Apparently, you're supposed to make a reservation by phone in advance, but I was the only customer until I left. They don't allow groups of 6 or more without a reservation, but today was an exception. I won't be revisiting due to the tiring experience with the old man.

Grill Taihei is a Western-style restaurant located a 12-15 minute walk from Imadegawa Station. Established in 1945, this long-standing restaurant is a renowned Western cuisine establishment, having been selected as one of the top 100 Western restaurants in 2023. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance, as sometimes entry may be restricted without one. The owner shares stories of famous people they have met in the past, as well as anecdotes about well-known wines. While it may seem unusual for a high-end restaurant to share such personal information, this is a unique aspect of a traditional Western-style restaurant in the downtown area. The signature dish here is the special tonkatsu with rice. The owner will confirm if you would like to order the special tonkatsu, which is a thick-cut pork loin deep-fried for an extended period, resulting in a hot and juicy texture that can be enjoyed until the last bite. The demi-glace sauce complements the tonkatsu perfectly, offering a nostalgic taste of the past. If you want to enjoy a conversation with the owner while dining on Western cuisine at the counter, be sure to visit this restaurant. Thank you for the delicious meal!

I visited Grill Taihei, a Western-style restaurant in Shin-Imamiya, Osaka. I had high expectations due to the great reviews. The entrance to the restaurant was a bit hard to find. It seems that a phone reservation is required for entry, but I didn't know that, so I just walked in. The interior of the restaurant only has a counter, and the menu is displayed on the wall. This time, I ordered the special tonkatsu and hamburger. The difference between the special tonkatsu and regular tonkatsu seems to be the cut of the meat. After ordering, they cut the pork loin, which is quite thick. It weighs 250g. They make hidden cuts to make it tender. It comes out with demiglace sauce. The cabbage served is not the usual kind, but a variety called Green Ball, which is used for salads. The taste is like traditional tonkatsu with a thick cut providing a satisfying meal. The hamburger was a 350g portion and was also reasonably priced. Thank you for the meal!

Around 11:30, I arrived at the restaurant, but it seemed to be closed with a sign outside. I knocked on the door and was allowed in. I ordered the special tonkatsu and hamburger with rice. The food was served quickly, the hamburger was soft and easy to eat, and the sauce was delicious. The rice was average, and the cabbage was not great. The tonkatsu was very thick and I wondered if I should have ordered it. I paid 1300 yen in cash and headed towards JR Tsuruhashi Station. I have visited all the top 100 Western-style restaurants in Osaka, and I gave Revo Honten and Shin Fuji Honten the highest score.

To be honest, I have to say that it's worth going all the way to Imazato for this restaurant. The hamburgers are delicious, and next door there's a high-end restaurant with a lot of passion and dedication to their cooking. They also have great wine and champagne. Definitely worth a visit!

There are various comments about this restaurant. I made a lunch reservation just in case and visited. It is necessary to thoroughly disinfect with alcohol inside the store. Choose from the menu on the wall inside the store. Ordered a bottle of red wine with hamburger and special pork cutlet. I would like to visit for dinner next time. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the restaurant on the same day after making a reservation for the evening. There are 8 seats at the counter and 2 tables next to it. It is recommended to make a reservation for the evening. The famous dishes are the pork cutlet and hamburger, but they also have hashed beef and steak. Since it was my first time, I ordered the classic pork cutlet with rice. It cost 1000 yen + 200 yen + 100 yen. The last 100 yen is an entrance fee, for some reason. They also have a special pork cutlet for 1500 yen, known for its delicious fat. The meat is quite thick. The surface is scored and the sinew is cut, which makes it easy to cut with a knife and fork. The sauce is the restaurant's original, heated in a pot before being poured over the cutlet. The seasoning is just right and harmonizes perfectly with the sauce. Despite being around 200g, it disappears quickly. I would like to try the hamburger next time.

I ate without taking pictures as I was told they wanted me to eat while it was hot. I ordered the special tonkatsu for 1500 yen, rice for 200 yen, and a seating fee of 100 yen. The staff had a strong personality. The demi-glace sauce was on the watery side, with a perfect balance of sourness, bitterness, and sweetness. The tonkatsu breading was crispy at first, but because the sauce was watery, it became less crispy after a while. The 2cm thick tonkatsu was cooked through and satisfying to eat. The breading was thin. The fat ratio of the meat was about 1:9, just right. The pork fat and breading oil were not overpowering, and it was lighter than it looked, so I didn't feel heavy after eating. The frying oil had a slight smell. The cabbage was thinly shredded and still crunchy, pairing well with the sauce. Strictly speaking, it was not cabbage but green ball cabbage. The rice was moist and soft. This was my first visit, and I learned some unique rules of the restaurant: make a reservation by phone before visiting, remove the mask before entering, avoid taking photos to eat while it's hot, cut the tonkatsu with a knife before eating to prevent it from cooling, try not to use mustard, eat all the cabbage, cucumber, and tomato, pour the black sauce on the cabbage, disinfect hands every time you touch your phone after entering. The owner seems to enjoy chatting about episodes of famous customers, so it's not boring to listen to him while waiting for the food. If you are liked, you may be shown the wine cellar or the owner's special wine. This restaurant may not be recommended for those who are not good at talking or following rules, but for those who enjoy this kind of experience, it is an irresistible place.

On a regular Tuesday afternoon around 12:30, I decided to visit Ichikabachika since I was nearby. Luckily, they were able to accommodate me even though I didn't have a reservation. I ordered the special tonkatsu with rice. The tonkatsu was thick and piping hot. The owner mentioned that he prefers not to cut the tonkatsu so that customers can enjoy it while it's still hot.

Tonkatsu for 1,000 yen, rice for 200 yen, seating fee of 100 yen. Total of 1,300 yen. There was a sign in front of the restaurant that said "Please remove your mask before entering." When I entered with my mask on, the owner told me to take it off outside and then come in. A young female employee, who seemed to be his daughter, quietly said, "It's okay if you just put it away." It was a bit of a hassle. The owner asked if I had a reservation, to which I replied no. He then said, "I'm sorry, but we're closing for the day." I apologized and was about to leave, but his wife (?) said, "It's okay, please come in." I was a bit confused by the mixed messages. It was just before 7:00 PM and I was the only customer there. My order arrived in about 20 minutes and my first impression was "the meat is thick!" The rich demi-glace sauce paired perfectly with it. The quality of the meal was impressive for the price. As I was leaving, they suggested making a reservation for next time.

I went after 7 PM. The hamburger was 1000 yen, rice was 200 yen, and the entrance fee was 100 yen. Due to the current pandemic, reservations by phone are preferred. It is located in Imazatosuji Shinchi. The hamburger, covered in a generous amount of demiglace sauce, was packed with meat and very satisfying and delicious. Thank you for the meal. On the way back, I received aloe for insect bites. Thank you. Next time, I will make a reservation by phone and enjoy wine and Western food by taking the train or bus.

When passing by the shop, I asked the female staff if they were open at that time. She explained that they only take reservations, but since it was okay that day, she let me in and recommended the hamburger. I ordered it, and they promptly served it after ensuring I followed the COVID-19 prevention measures. The vegetables were dry, the rice was microwaved, and the hamburger lacked juiciness. The sauce was decent. Surprised by the high price of 1300 yen for this meal, which included a 200 yen rice and 100 yen seating charge. The staff recommended the tonkatsu for next time and insisted on making reservations. If they didn't want walk-ins, they should have mentioned it earlier. The service was quite irritating from start to finish.

The grilled simmered hamburger and tonkatsu are both incredibly delicious. However, the restaurant here has a very strong quirk... From the beginning to the end, it felt like I had to follow their rules. Also, it's run by a family of three, and all three of them were saying the same things. Their strong quirkiness was quite interesting. Of course, the food is incredibly delicious. Grill Taihei, Osaka, Osaka, Ikuno-ku, Shin-Imazato 3-20-26, 06-6752-6694.