Okonomiyaki Fukutaro is Known for serving one of the best okonomiyaki in Osaka. You may have seen it featured on social media or internet, but is it really worth the hype?
In this article, we provide details like opening hours, location, and menu of Okonomiyaki Fukutaro. We also offer a review of the taste and price from a traveler’s perspective. If you’re deciding whether to visit Okonomiyaki Fukutaro, this article will help you make the right choice.
What is Okonomiyaki Fukutaro
Fukutaro is one of the top restaurants representing Osaka’s signature okonomiyaki. You can enjoy authentic okonomiyaki made with high-quality ingredients and expert cooking techniques. It’s also very popular among international travelers, often with lines forming every day. Plus, you can watch as the okonomiyaki is cooked right in front of you.
Basic information
In this section, you can find the basic information about Okonomiyaki Fukutaro. Make sure to check it out before visiting the restaurant
Location
Okonomiyaki Fukutaro has three locations in Osaka. The most popular spot among travelers is the Fukutaro Main Store, located about a 5-minute walk from Namba Station. For detailed location information, please find Fukutaro near you below.
Operation hours
The opening hours of Okonomiyaki Fukutaro vary by location. Below are the hours for the Fukutaro Main Store, the most popular location among travelers.
| Fukutaro Main Store operation hours | |
|---|---|
| Weekdays | 5:00p.m. – 0:00a.m. |
| Weekends | Noon – 0:00a.m. |
▶︎Other stores operation hours
Menu
The menu offers a wide variety of okonomiyaki, yakisoba, and several side dishes. It is available in English and includes pictures of the dishes to help with your selection.
Reservation
Okonomiyaki Fukutaro does not accept reservations. As a popular restaurant, there is often a line during lunch and dinner peak hours (When I visit, I waited for 45 min). It is recommended to visit outside of these busy times for a shorter wait.
You need to add your name to the waiting list to be seated. If you don’t register your name, you won’t be called for a table.
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Honest reviews
I visited Okonomiyaki Fukutaro Main Store to provide an honest review from a traveler’s perspective, covering the taste, traveler-friendliness, pricing, and overall experience.
Use this guide to help plan your visit to Okonomiyaki Fukutaro Main Store, one of Osaka’s most popular destinations for authentic okonomiyaki.
Traveler-friendly
Okonomiyaki Fukutaro Main Store is extremely popular among international travelers. To accommodate them, the menu and store notices are available in English and other languages.
Additionally, the interior is a traditional Japanese style, offering visitors a chance to fully feel themselves in Japan’s unique dining culture.
Food
This time, I ordered the popular Negiyaki (a type of okonomiyaki) and Yakisoba. Let’s dive into the true essence of Osaka’s beloved okonomiyaki.
Negiyaki: 1,480 JPY (10.51 USD)
Negiyaki is a type of okonomiyaki that features a generous amount of green leeks. Taking the first bite was a shock. The fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth texture was something I had never experienced with okonomiyaki before. With a lot of green leeks, shrimp, squid, and pork, it was incredibly delicious and brought a smile to my face. It’s no wonder this place stands out in Osaka’s competitive okonomiyaki scene.
Yakisoba: 960 JPY (6.82 USD)
Yakisoba is a popular Japanese dish made with stir-fried noodles, vegetables, and meat, seasoned with a savory sauce.
At Fukutaro, the yakisoba stands out for its incredibly flavorful sauce. Rich and aromatic, the sauce creates a delightful experience with each bite. Additionally, the dish is generously packed with ingredients, making it a satisfying and delectable choice.
Price
The total bill for this visit was 2,440 JPY (17.33 USD). While this is slightly higher compared to local okonomiyaki restaurants in Osaka, the price is justified by the quality of the food.
At Okonomiyaki Fukutaro, the average price is around 2,000 JPY (13.76 USD) for lunch and 2,000 to 3,000 JPY (13.61 – 20.42 USD) for dinner.
Overall evaluation
Okonomiyaki Fukutaro is a highly recommended okonomiyaki restaurant. Everything from the texture and flavor of the okonomiyaki to the quality of the ingredients is amazing. Additionally, the experience of watching the okonomiyaki being prepared right in front of you adds to the overall satisfaction.
It is a popular spot among international travelers, with menus and signs available in English, making it very traveler-friendly.
This restaurant truly lives up to its reputation as one of Osaka’s top okonomiyaki spots. If you’re visiting Osaka, be sure to include it in your travel plans!
The recommendation score : 9 out of 10
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