[2025 Osaka Restaurant] Travel Guide for Isaribi (Updated Jun)

This is really authentic barbecue. Lots of locals just off work! Great atmosphere The chef will bake and cook it right in the middle, and it will be delivered directly to you! Very interesting Grilled scallops and grilled shrimp are super delicious, everything is delicious You can walk in directly without making a reservation, and there is also a Chinese menu! 📍Ma cage 530-0012,1Chome-5-12Shibata, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0012

-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-+:-+: 🇯🇵 Osaka Hankyu Umeda "Robatayaki Usaribi" Robatayaki with all items priced at 330 yen -:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-+:-+: A very popular robatayaki izakaya, located a 2-minute walk from Umeda subway station, where you can enjoy seafood, skewers, vegetables, and more, all for a flat rate of 330 yen. The price has remained the same for about 50 years since 1973. ・Live scallops grilled in butter The restaurant's specialty dish. It's light and delicious! You can even taste the juices coming out of the scallops. ・Live turban shells grilled in a pot It's chewy and the strong sea flavor is the best part. It has a bitter and sweet taste, and the crunchy texture is addictive. ・Assorted Sashimi 660 yen Salmon, yellowtail, seared bonito, and marinated mackerel. Not only the grilled dishes, but also the sashimi is excellent. ・Grilled salmon belly Good fat content, with a soft, melting texture. You can fully enjoy the deliciousness of the belly. ・Shishamo roe Enjoy the crunchy texture, rich umami and sweetness. ・Grilled yamaimo Enjoy a variety of textures, from crunchy to fluffy and chewy. The simple taste is appealing. ・Grilled king oyster mushroom skewers Enjoy the texture similar to abalone, with a great bite. The umami spreads in your mouth as you chew. ・Grilled corn The sweet corn is perfectly matched with the savory soy sauce. It is also moist when you bite into it. 　　 - Chicken thigh skewers Their springy texture and crunchy texture are appealing. They are juicy with a sweet fat. 　　 - Deep fried young chicken The fried foods are also delicious. The fat pops out of your mouth and the juicy taste. 　　 - Deep fried daikon radish The crispy batter on the daikon radish soaked in broth is addictively delicious. 　　 - Thick mozuku seaweed from Okinawa The crunchy texture and unique slime. It goes down smoothly and has a natural taste. 　　 - Boiled whitebait rice The saltiness of the whitebait and the soy sauce are perfectly balanced. The portions were just right and filled me up just right. 　　 I went there around 5pm and it was full in no time. There were many customers from overseas and they were from many different countries. It is probably a good idea to make a reservation before visiting. 　　 ───────────── ▼ Robatayaki Usaribi 1-5-12 Shibata, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 06-6373-2969 Hours: 16:00-23:15 Closed: Irregularly Access: 2-minute walk from Umeda Station on the subway ───────────── #Osaka tourism #domestic travel #Umeda gourmet #Umeda izakaya #robatayaki #seafood izakaya #Osaka gourmet #Osaka izakaya #Osaka travel

This robatayaki restaurant, called "炉ばた焼 漁火 (Isaribi)," was highly recommended by a friend of mine who has lived in Osaka for many years. According to them, even locals in Osaka love this place, and it's not one of those "tourist trap" spots you find in guidebooks. Located at 1 Chome-5-12 Shibata, Kita Ward, Osaka City, in the basement (B1), the entrance is so inconspicuous that it's easy to miss. We stood at the entrance for quite a while before spotting the narrow staircase leading down. As soon as we descended, the aroma of charcoal and the crowd waiting at the door assured us that we were in for a treat. Once inside, the atmosphere was lively and bustling, with every seat taken. Hearing the laughter from the neighboring tables of Osaka locals instantly lifted our spirits. My friend even mentioned that Osaka's izakayas are much more laid-back and full of warmth compared to those in Tokyo. The staff were incredibly friendly. Despite us not being locals, they patiently explained the menu using simple Japanese and hand gestures. Within minutes, we had placed our order. The four of us ordered quite a bit—fish, grilled chicken skewers, roasted vegetables, tamagoyaki, and two bottles of sake. We left completely satisfied, and the total bill was only about HKD 750. Such great value for money explains why so many locals frequent this spot! If you're visiting Osaka, don't miss out on these hidden late-night gems. Compared to dining in crowded tourist areas, these local eateries offer a much more authentic and memorable experience.

Lu Shao Yu Huo is a place that satisfies both the soul and the taste buds. The Japanese barbecue here is absolutely unforgettable. The strong aroma of charcoal fire makes me salivate instantly. ~ Various skewers, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with special sauces, the taste is amazing, and every bite makes me happy. ~ Mouth-watering grilled wagyu, the fat is evenly distributed, the meat is tender, and it exudes an attractive aroma when lightly grilled. The taste seems to dance on the tip of the tongue, making me unable to resist ordering another one ~ Paired with iced drinks, the refreshing alcohol feels like adding a touch of coolness to the hot barbecue, making the taste richer. #Osaka Food Guide

#Overseas travel - Rikimaru Robatayaki Isaribi - Business hours 16:00 - 23:15 Robatayaki is more famous than sushi in Osaka! You can sit in a circle and eat grilled skewers and seafood at a good price, but I recommend making a reservation in advance! In particular, for tables that are far from the grill, they deliver the food on a plate like a paddle, which is quite fun to watch! They cook it right in front of you, so there is almost no smoke, and even the draft beer is delicious, so it has been recognized as a famous local restaurant for over 50 years! I recommend it as a good restaurant to go for a light drink!