Oban is a traditional yakiniku counter in Osaka with local sourcing, sake and beer, and Tabelog’s 2025 No. 72 ranking at 3.7 points.
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- Address
- 1 Chome-5-4 Sonezakishinchi, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0002, Japan
- Phone
- +81 6-6346-5107
- Website
- tabelog.com
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Tabelog 100 No. 72
Tabelog placed Oban at No. 72 with 3.7 points in 2025. The traditional yakiniku counter focus suits diners prioritizing a counter-format dinner in Osaka.
Kita Ward sake and beer
1 Chome-5-4 Sonezakishinchi sits in Kita Ward, Osaka. Sake, beer, and local sourcing give the visit a Japan-focused frame without requiring a formal service setting.
Same-City Peers
Comparable venues for orientation by cuisine and category.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oban | Traditional Yakiniku Counter | $$ | Kita |
| Ramen Chonmage Osaka Tenroku | Japanese Ramen | $$ | Tenjinbashi |
| Niku Ryori PINE | Meat-focused Japanese standing bar | $$ | Kita |
| ZEN LABORATORY | Modern ramen & tsukemen | $$ | Kita |
| Grill Baranoki | Japanese-style Western (Yoshoku) | $$ | Chūō |
| Ajinoya Honten | Traditional Osaka Okonomiyaki & Yakisoba | $$ | Chūō |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Tabelog 100 #72 · No. 72
Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - WEST - 2025
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Intimate
- Classic
- Low Profile Address
- Energetic
- After Work
- Casual Hangout
- Date Night
- Solo
- Late Night
- Group Dining
- Chefs Counter
- Standalone
- Sake Program
- Beer Program
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 6 PM–3 AM
- Tuesday
- 6 PM–3 AM
- Wednesday
- 6 PM–3 AM
- Thursday
- 6 PM–3 AM
- Friday
- 6 PM–3 AM
- Saturday
- 6–11 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
A nostalgic, cozy counter-only space with just ten seats, where guests sit close to the grill and interact with a friendly owner and cheerful staff; the atmosphere is warm, adult-oriented, and lively into the early hours rather than polished or formal.