The 38 Best Restaurants in Osaka, Japan | Eater

"Jibundoki’s Michelin Bib Gourmand-winning okonomiyaki elevates the Osakan savory pancake with rich infusions of pork and chicken broth. The okonomiyaki — bouncy inside, crisp outside, layered with sauces — are the main draw, but other upscale teppan menu items like sobameshi, shiitake mushrooms with foie gras butter, and garlicky Awaji beef are more than just distractions. Save some room for Jibundoki’s kushiyaki, which includes unusual ingredients like tteokbokki, prosciutto with cheese, and more. Know before you go: Reservations are available only by phone and are notoriously difficult to nab. Slots open at noon one month before the desired date, and Jibundoki only accepts calls outside business hours. Ask a friend or concierge to dial for you if you don’t speak Japanese." - La Carmina