Osaka
in Japan

The vibe is so warm, whether this is due to its dimly-lit open space, or for it's ever-so welcoming waiters. This bistro is the perfect spot to pop in for a drink alone, or come with the family for a dinner. Try the signature quiche (it's flaky, oh so buttery pastry has us hooked) alongside a good glass of vino!

The neutral colours, open windows, and a design-enthusiasts haven, Fujiya 1935 is instantly welcoming, full of ambience, and a place that will have you wanting to return to time and time again. Serving a lunch or dinner tasting menu, chef Tetsuya Fujiwara aims to create 'a dining table of seasons and memories'. And we think he does just that. 

A teppanyaki restaurant, though with a luxurious twist. This spot is innovative and creative, putting their own little twist on the classic menu. Come prepared to share a few dishes: from nama-fu, salmon tartare, to the more classic pork okonomiyaki, you'll want to discover it all. 

The space is excellent. The food even more so. Chef Yusuke Takada serves up food that is nothing but exquisite, and almost too pretty to eat! Fusing together French cuisine with Japanese style and ingredients, a trip to La Cime is certainly going to be special. 

Sake and sushi: name a better duo! Serving the freshest fish from blue crab, monkfish, octopus, to Harika squid there is an endless amount to try. So go with an empty stomach and an open mind, as Masaru sushi won't let you down!

Though the cobbled streets of Italy may be geographically far, Ristorante Quintocanto makes la dolce vita feel incredibly close by. With a tasting menu ranging foie gras, to cutlassfish dumplings, to a pappardelle with a rich ragu sauce, head here for some seriously good food, and a fabulous ambience. 

Sushi Ohata makes a name for itself for many reasons, one of which is its creative use of vinegar. Unusual, perhaps, but once you've tasted the conncotions chef Ohata Masamichi creates you can fully understand why. Treating vinegar in the same way a sommelier would treat wine, be prepared for some top-notch sushi. 

Head here for the chicken yakitori, stay for the excellent vibe and dreamy-design setting. Chef Yoshitomo Ishii has furnessed the skill of fine dining, serving up the most delicious food in the neighbourhood. Sit by the bar and watch the magic unfold beneath your very eyes. 

Calling all meat lovers out there, if you're in the market for some of the best chicken in Osaka then look no further than Yakitori Ichimatsu. Perfectly seared on the grill, the chicken is served in more ways and varieties than you would think possible. Alongside a sake and wine pairing, watch the magic unfold.