The area around Osaka Umeda Station is home to numerous must-try restaurants: the spice curry haven "Old Yam Railway" is renowned for its unique spice blends and retro station decor, with a monthly changing dual-curry combo as a highlight; the legendary okonomiyaki spot "Kiji Main Store" offers its signature modern-yaki, perfectly blending yakisoba noodles with egg batter and a distinctive perilla-flavored batter. Below, we introduce 11 excellent lunch options to experience authentic Osaka cuisine.
1. Steak Rice Bowl & Meat Rice - Romantei Lucua Osaka Branch (1-minute walk from Osaka Station Central Exit)
In Osaka, a city with a strong beef culture, beef takes center stage when it comes to meat. At "Romantei," sizzling beef is served atop rice, drizzled with a special sauce, creating their signature steak rice bowl.
The recommended dish is the "Romantei Nishiki Ju," offered by this long-established meat wholesaler-founded restaurant since 1980, known for its top-quality meat. Here, you can enjoy both steak and meat rice in one meal. Opting for a set meal includes side dishes, salad, meat broth, clear soup, ochazuke toppings, and pickles, making it a hearty portion.
Steak Rice Bowl & Meat Rice - Romantei Lucua Osaka Branch (ビフテキ重・肉飯 ロマン亭 ルクア大阪店)
Address: B2F Lucua1100, 3-1-3 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Business Hours: 11:00–23:00
Closed: Same as Lucua Osaka closing days
2. Kukuru Daimaru Umeda Branch (1-minute walk from Osaka Station)
Located near the fresh food section on B2F of Daimaru Department Store, Kukuru Daimaru Umeda Branch is a highly popular takoyaki shop in Osaka. With about six seats, it’s perfect for a quick lunch.
The menu features classic takoyaki and Akashi-yaki, as well as set meals with takohan (octopus rice) for a satisfying meal. Draft beer is also available for those looking to enjoy a drink.
Kukuru Daimaru Umeda Branch (くくる 大丸梅田店)
Address: B2F Daimaru Umeda, 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Business Hours: 11:00–20:00
Closed: Same as Daimaru Umeda closing days
3. Old Yam Railway (1-minute walk from Osaka Station Central Exit)
Osaka is also a battleground for curry, with various curry shops competing fiercely. Located in Lucua Osaka, "Old Yam Railway" is famous for its spice curry and is an extremely popular restaurant.
For those wanting to try multiple flavors, the "Dual-Curry" option is recommended, allowing you to choose two curries from the monthly selection. Savoring the rich spice aromas in the nostalgic Showa-era station-themed interior is an experience not to be missed.
Old Yam Railway (旧ヤム鐵道)
Address: B2F Baltic, 3-1-3 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Business Hours: 11:00–23:00
Closed: Same as Lucua Osaka closing days
4. Humanity is All Noodles Premium (1-minute walk from Osaka Station Central Exit)
"Humanity is All Noodles Premium" is a soy sauce ramen specialty shop, with its main branch near Nishi-Nakajima Minamikata, close to Shin-Osaka. This is a must-visit for Osaka’s consistently queued-up popular ramen, located near the station.
The signature "Ramen Origin" features long-simmered char siu, soft-boiled egg, and extra-thick bamboo shoots. The rich soy sauce broth intertwined with medium-thick noodles creates an addictive flavor.
Humanity is All Noodles Premium (人類みな麺類 Premium)
Address: B2F LUCUA OSAKA Baltic, 3-1-3 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
Business Hours: 11:00–23:00
Closed: Same as Lucua Osaka closing days
5. BOTANI:CURRY Umeda Branch (Approx. 2-minute walk from Osaka Station)
Located on the 9th floor of Hanshin Department Store in the "Hanshin Grand Food Hall," "BOTANI:CURRY" is a specialty spice curry shop with its main branch in Honmachi. This popular restaurant often has long lines even before opening.
The recommended dish is "BOTANI:CURRY × Fresh Shrimp Curry" (1,280 yen including tax). The curry sauce, perfectly blending spices and herbs, is paired with minced meat curry, chicken, and fresh shrimp. The spicy kick spreads in your mouth while you enjoy the fragrant herbs and spices.
BOTANI:CURRY Umeda Branch (ボタニカリー 梅田店)
Address: 9F Hanshin Department Store, 1-13-13 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, inside Hanshin Grand Food Hall
Business Hours: 11:00–22:00
Closed: Same as Hanshin Department Store closing days
6. Hanshin Specialty Squid Yaki (Approx. 2-minute walk from Osaka Station)
Located in the "Snack Park" area on B1F of Hanshin Department Store, this long-established squid yaki shop has been in business since 1957 (Showa 32), retaining the charm of a traditional Japanese stall. It features a dining area, perfect for quickly enjoying Osaka’s iconic snacks.
"Squid Yaki" is a classic Osaka street food, made by wrapping squid in a broth-based batter and grilling it. The double-sided grilling technique creates a thin, crispy, and chewy texture. Available in four flavors: classic, deluxe, Japanese-style deluxe, and green onion squid yaki. Affordable prices make it easy to try multiple flavors.
Hanshin Specialty Squid Yaki (阪神名物・いか焼き)
Address: B1F Hanshin Department Store Umeda Main Store, 1-13-13 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City
Business Hours: 10:00–21:00 (follows Snack Park hours)
Closed: Same as Hanshin Umeda Main Store closing days
7. Kiji Main Store (3-minute walk from Osaka Station Midosuji Exit)
Kiji Main Store is a highly renowned okonomiyaki restaurant in the Umeda area. Its signature "Modern-Yaki" is a dish of yakisoba noodles wrapped in egg batter, lightly brushed with sauce, resembling an egg-wrapped noodle dish.
Their traditional pork okonomiyaki with added perilla is a "Kiji-style" specialty. As dishes are made to order, be prepared to wait patiently and plan for sufficient time.
Kiji Main Store (きじ本店)
Address: Shin Umeda Shokudo Street, 9-20 Kakudacho, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Business Hours: 11:30–21:30
Closed: Sundays
8. Dotonbori Imai Hankyu Umeda Branch (3-minute walk from Osaka Station Midosuji Exit)
Dotonbori Imai is a renowned udon noodle restaurant representing Osaka’s culinary scene. Kansai-style udon is known for its clear broth, and this long-established shop, founded post-war, has a branch on the 12th floor of Hankyu Umeda Main Store.
The signature "Kitsune Udon" (880 yen including tax) features thick, soft noodles paired with thick-cut fried tofu. The broth, made with natural Hokkaido kelp, mackerel, and urume sardines, blends seamlessly with the smooth noodles for a rich, flavorful experience.
Dotonbori Imai Hankyu Umeda Branch (道頓堀 今井 阪急うめだ店)
Address: 12F Hankyu Umeda Main Store Restaurant Street, 8-7 Kakudacho, Kita-ku, Osaka City
Business Hours: 11:00–21:00 (until 22:00 on weekends and holidays)
Closed: Same as Hankyu Umeda closing days
9. Abeno Takoyaki Yamachan Umeda HEP FIVE Branch (4-minute walk from Osaka Station Midosuji Exit)
This long-established takoyaki shop, with its main branch in Abeno, is also located in the "OSAKA Takoyaki Market" at Umeda HEP FIVE. Its batter, made with a broth of chicken bones, kelp, and bonito, earned it a spot in the Michelin Bib Gourmand from 2015 to 2017.
The menu includes the "Best" salt-flavored takoyaki for a pure taste, as well as sauce, mayonnaise, and green onion varieties. Customers wanting to try different flavors can opt for a dual or popular triple combo.
Abeno Takoyaki Yamachan Umeda HEP FIVE Branch (あべのたこやき やまちゃん 梅田HEP FIVE店)
Address: 5-15 Kakudacho, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Business Hours: 11:00–22:00
Closed: Same as HEP FIVE closing days
10. Takoyaki Juhachiban Umeda HEP NAVIO Branch (5-minute walk from Osaka Station Midosuji Exit)
Founded in 1990, this unique takoyaki shop was created with the concept of "a takoyaki shop that women can easily visit." It is also located in the "OSAKA Takoyaki Market."
Its standout feature is a batter infused with broth and milk, creating a crispy exterior and soft interior. Options like the four-piece combo make it a satisfying lunch choice.
Takoyaki Juhachiban Umeda HEP NAVIO Branch (たこ焼き十八番 梅田HEPナビオ店)
Address: Inside Osaka Umeda Takoyaki Market, 7-10 Kakudacho, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Business Hours: 11:00–22:00
Closed: Same as HEP NAVIO closing days
11. Negiyaki Yamamoto Umeda EST Branch (5-minute walk from Osaka Station Midosuji Exit)
Negiyaki Yamamoto Umeda EST Branch is the original negiyaki shop, founded about 40 years ago. Negiyaki is an okonomiyaki variation with a large amount of green onions, offering a lighter taste.
The signature "Suji Negiyaki" features negiyaki topped with sweet-spicy konjac-stewed beef tendons. Regular okonomiyaki and yakisoba are also available, allowing for customization. The simple yet delicious flavors, paired with cute cups, make it a delightful experience.
Negiyaki Yamamoto Umeda EST Branch (ねぎ焼やまもと 梅田エスト店)
Address: EST E27, 3-25 Kakudacho, Kita-ku, Osaka City
Business Hours: 11:30–21:00
Closed: Irregular holidays
