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Kushikatsu Daruma, the original kushikatsu restaurant in Osaka's Shinsekai—of course you have to try their signature kushikatsu when you're in Osaka!
This time I ordered the wagyu skewer. Although it wasn't fried, it was still tender when I bit into it. Paired with their special sauce, it was savory and so easy to keep eating. After walking around the Shinsekai shopping street, stopping by for a skewer really gives you a taste of the local Osaka atmosphere!
How could you visit Osaka without trying the hugely popular Kushikatsu Daruma? The signature Daruma man is very eye-catching and hard to miss when walking down the street. After being seated, you're first served a plate of crisp raw cabbage to enjoy with the kushikatsu. There are plenty of choices on the menu, including beef, pork, chicken, shrimp, cheese, lotus root, and asparagus. Everything is fried until golden and crispy, and it's so tasty while piping hot.
Once the kushikatsu arrives, dip it in the special sauce on the table. Its savory, slightly sweet flavor is the classic taste of Osaka's everyday food! One thing to keep in mind is that the restaurant will remind you that you can “dip only once.” You can't dip a skewer back into the sauce after taking a bite. It's both for hygiene and a small rule of Osaka's kushikatsu culture. If you're visiting Shinsekai in Osaka, don't forget to stop by for some authentic kushikatsu!
When you come to Osaka’s Shinsekai, you’ve got to make a pilgrimage to this famous kushikatsu spot! The coating is fried golden and crispy, and every bite is full of aroma. It goes so well with both meat and seafood.
It did start to feel a little oily toward the end, but the restaurant thoughtfully offers free cabbage. Eating it together instantly makes everything feel lighter and helps cut through the richness.
If you want to try authentic kushikatsu in Osaka, this place is definitely worth checking out!
My first time trying Daruma kushikatsu, and it definitely didn’t disappoint. The coating was nice and crispy without being too greasy, and both the meat and seafood were really juicy. The sauce really is one-dip only, and it was fun eating there while soaking in the local Osaka vibe.
The prices are cheap and the food is delicious. Every time I come, I end up ordering way too much!
