Mizuno
📍 1-chōme-4-15 Dōtonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071, Japan
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Google: 3.8 • TripAdvisor: 4
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Located in the heart of Osaka, Mizuno is a culinary gem known for its mouthwatering Japanese cuisine, particularly its okonomiyaki, a savory pancake that has captured the hearts of both locals and tourists alike. The restaurant is compact and often bustling, with a lively atmosphere that adds to the dining experience. Guests often queue for their turn, and the excitement builds as they watch their meals being prepared right before their eyes. With a Google rating of 3.8 and a Tripadvisor rating of 4.0, it has garnered a loyal following, appealing to couples, families, and solo travelers. The mix of traditional flavors and the restaurant's Michelin recommendations make it a must-visit spot in Osaka's vibrant culinary scene.
Signature Dishes
- •Okonomiyaki
- •Yakisoba
- •Green onion pork
Overall rating 3.8 / 5 (3,256 reviews)
Google: 3.8 (2725 reviews)
TripAdvisor: 4 (531 reviews)
Customer Reviews
Absolutely delicious and worth the wait. I lined up for about 35 minutes at lunch time, which I think is typical for this restaurant. As other reviewers have noted, you make your order in the queue and can't add more once you're inside. But if you know these things ahead of time, it's definitely worth a visit. I got a mini sized okonomoyaki and it was enough to fill me up, but if you're not sure, I'd suggest ordering any of the full size dishes. They are very efficient and start cooking your meal before you get to your seat, but they will finish it off in front of you.
I ordered their two most popular dishes. I was expecting great tasting food and it didn’t disappoint. The gentleman was giving out menus when you que. I got an English menu and placed my order. Today is a Sunday so the line was maybe 20mins. Back to the food, the flavors with the brown sauce, spicy mustard and mayonnaise were awesome. I thought in ordered too much but killed both of them. Of course I couldn’t eat dinner until past 8 pm. People just wait in line, this place so darn tasty
My partner and I visited this restaurant late at night, and we were likely the last group to enter. Although the wait was long, it moved relatively quickly, so we didn’t have much to complain about. The signature okonomiyaki, which features mountain yam, was one of the most unique versions we’ve ever tried. However, the yakisoba was just okay; we’ve had better at other places. The reason why we can't recommend this place is because of the service. We encountered a rude attitude from our server. My partner was still eating and drinking her beer when the server started trying to clear our table and pointed at his watch, saying, “Many, many people.” However, there was only one group left in the restaurant. I felt alienated, and this was the worst service I’ve experienced in my 12 years of visiting Japan. It's hard to put into words especially when the culture is very respectful but we didn't feel that way. As good as the okonomiyaki was, I would skip this place and wouldn’t recommend it to anyone. There are better options elsewhere. I simply can't ignore the rudeness I have felt from the workers and we can speak Japanese. We simply didn't understand what was happening and it ruined the rest of our night in Osaka.
The savoury Japanese pancake was amazing. The food was scrumptious and made in front of you. There’s a bit of a queue at around 7pm so try coming a little later to avoid.