Yakiniku Fujimoto Shinsaibashi Osaka: Course Review 2026
Discover Osaka's top yakiniku spot, Yakiniku Fujimoto Shinsaibashi! Our 2026 review details their incredible course meals, vibrant atmosphere, and how to easily secure your reservation.
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Discover Osaka's top yakiniku spot, Yakiniku Fujimoto Shinsaibashi! Our 2026 review details their incredible course meals, vibrant atmosphere, and how to easily secure your reservation.
As a carnivore and a foodie hunting for the best spots,
I just had to indulge in some yakiniku during my Osaka trip.
The place I visited this time was
Yakiniku Fujimoto Shinsaibashi branch!
I originally planned to try Kobe beef in Kobe,
but my Kobe schedule was fully packed, so I decided that even in Osaka,
I absolutely had to have some proper yakiniku, so I made a reservation and visited.
From Yakiniku Fujimoto's ambiance
to its reservation process, the actual menu I had, and the prices,
I'll share it all in this review :)
Operating Hours: 17:00 ~ 04:00
Card payments accepted, indoor smoking allowed
Google Rating 4.9 / Tabelog Rating 3.22
How to Make a Reservation
Being the 'J' (planner) type that I am, I made sure to book in advance.
If you tap the 'Reserve' tab on Google Maps,
it will link you to TableCheck or Tabelog.
This time, I decided to book through TableCheck.
Before booking, a notice will pop up with important information.
Be aware that seating is limited to 2 hours from your reservation time,
so make sure to confirm this before you book.
After that, simply enter the number of guests, date, and time.
The reservation menu offered options from simply reserving a table
to three different course menus.
Since I wanted a meat course along with drinks,
I chose the one only available through online reservation:
the Meat Course + Nomihodai (all-you-can-drink) for 6,600 yen.
It's cheaper than ordering the Course + Nomihodai
on-site,
so if you love drinks, I highly recommend booking in advance!
*Nomihodai: All-you-can-drink alcohol and beverages for a designated period
TableCheck allows you to log in with your preferred platform, such as Naver, Google, or LINE.
I chose to log in with Google and proceeded with the reservation.
Once your reservation is complete, you'll receive a confirmation email.
My Review of Yakiniku Fujimoto
The bright red sign easily caught my eye,
making it simple to find even for a first-timer.
Each table had coat covers provided, which was a thoughtful touch,
and typical of an open kitchen concept, the entire restaurant was spotless.
With 12 counter seats and 42 table seats,
the space was more generous than I expected.
Ordering is done via QR code,
and the maximum dining time per table is 2 hours.
The 6,600 Yen Nomihodai Course
We opted for the 6,600 yen all-you-can-drink course (including both soft drinks and alcohol).
If you're thinking about the Nomihodai,
I definitely recommend making a reservation.
Besides the reserved course,
there were also course menus you could order on the spot.
They even had a Kobe Beef assortment, so you could pick the meat you wanted
and order according to your preference.
For those who find an assortment a bit much,
you can also choose and order individual à la carte items.
Since they were divided by cut,
it was easy to pick based on what we felt like eating.
The course we reserved included *nomihodai* (all-you-can-drink),
and while there were some slight restrictions on the drink choices,
most basic alcoholic beverages like beer, *sawa*, and highball were available to order.
These are the dipping sauces that come as standard.
The descriptions of what each sauce is are written alongside them.
About 10 minutes after we sat down,
the food started to arrive.
First up was *yukhoe* (beef tartare), which was different from the Korean style, but
the meat was thinly sliced, and the seasoning wasn't too salty, making it really delicious.
The *yukhoe* was my favorite dish from the course!
*Kimchi* and seasoned bean sprouts (*kongnamul*) were also served.
Among the *kimchi* I've had in Japan,
this one was the closest to the Korean style,
and it was good enough that I'd consider paying extra to add it on.
The bean sprouts had a strong sesame oil flavor,
so when eaten with meat, it felt a bit greasy.
Next, as the second dish in the course,
premium beef tongue and seasoned beef cheek were served.
The beef tongue was thickly cut,
and my boyfriend, who loves beef tongue, really enjoyed it.
Next up was the *Jyo Harami* (premium skirt steak).
It came pre-seasoned, so
the flavor was just right even without dipping it in extra sauce.
Just looking at these meats makes me want to eat them again! 😋
The combination of perfectly grilled beef with white rice
is truly a classic for a reason – it never disappoints!
It was great that rice was also included in the course.
With the *nomihodai*,
we truly ate and drank without a break.
There was also a good variety of drinks, making it fun
to try a little bit of everything.
Following that, a premium *galbi* (short rib) assortment arrived.
As expected, the first bite of *galbi* rib meat always delivers the highest satisfaction,
and while it can feel a bit rich if you eat too much,
that initial impact is undeniable!
To conclude, a three-variety *horumon* (offal) plate was served.
It consisted of *makchang* (beef abomasum), beef liver, and *daechang* (beef large intestine).
We left the beef liver as we don't eat it, but we finished everything else.
For a refreshing finish, we also ordered a small portion of *naengmyeon* (cold noodles).
It came out about the size of a Korean rice bowl,
but the flavor was a bit blander than Korean *naengmyeon*, so I wouldn't really recommend it!
Though it's not all captured in the photos,
we drank about 4 glasses of draft beer and 6 glasses of *sawa*.
Considering we ate and drank this much, and the total was 13,690 JPY,
I felt the price was quite reasonable.
(Course menu 6,600 JPY per person * 2, *naengmyeon* 490 JPY)
Going with the reserved course menu definitely boosted our satisfaction.
If you're planning to enjoy both meat and drinks,
I'd recommend the course menu that includes *nomihoudai* (all-you-can-drink),
and the fact that they're open late was super convenient.
Just a heads-up though, it's a place where indoor smoking is allowed,
so if you're sensitive to that,
it's a good idea to double-check before making a reservation.
If I find myself in a similar situation next time,
I'd definitely consider booking the course menu again.
This course is only available via online reservation. You can book through the 'Reserve a table' tab on Google Maps, which links to TableCheck or Tabelog. Please note that seating is limited to 2 hours per reservation.
The restaurant operates from 17:00 until 04:00 the following day. Please note that indoor smoking is permitted at this establishment, so keep this in mind before visiting.
This course includes yukhoe (beef tartare), kimchi, bean sprouts, premium beef tongue, seasoned beef cheek, premium harami (skirt steak), rice, assorted premium kalbi (short ribs), and 3 types of horumon (offal: makchang, beef liver, large intestine). For the all-you-can-drink option, you can enjoy basic alcoholic beverages such as beer, sour cocktails, and highballs.
Orders are placed via QR code at the restaurant. The maximum seating time per table is limited to 2 hours. Please note that this time limit applies from your reservation time.
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Yakiniku Fujimoto Shinsaibashi · Japan, 〒542-0084 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Souemoncho, 1−21 BAYSTAGE 宗右衛門町 1F