Noguchi Taro Osaka

It was my first visit in two months.We started at 6 PM.Every time I come here, I get to enjoy different dishes, and sitting in front of Taro makes the conversation enjoyable and the drinks flow.Of course, the world’s best chicken wings are delicious!!!The Chinese-style dish with clams, abalone, and asparagus, as well as the Hida beef steak, were all incredibly tasty, and the chirashi sushi to finish was absolutely amazing.For dessert, we had shaved ice and cookies from the Gucci collaboration.I was completely satisfied.It was a great meal! Less

A regular spot for me! Noguchi Taro in Fumizuki was absolutely delicious as always. There’s always something new and exciting! It’s a mystery how such combinations can taste so amazing. I find myself enveloped in this enchanting atmosphere, and before I know it, two hours have flown by. The must-try classic, the "World's Most Delicious Chicken Wings," offers a high-level of flavor and new sensations every time! Thank you for always providing such joy. I’m looking forward to next month. There are cancellation slots available for OMAKASE, so everyone should definitely give it a try! Less

This unique restaurant has a distinctive name and ramen.The interior is very stylish and has a calming atmosphere.✨The kitchen is impressively clean and meticulously maintained.✨I tried the classic shellfish broth, while my partner had a dark soy sauce ramen.It feels different from the Takai-da style.The ramen included some fish paste, which was quite delicious!The broth had a robust flavor, not too light, with a solid umami and saltiness. I added some flavor-changing oil, and it made the broth even more enjoyable to sip.✨My partner's ramen had a broth closer to Takai-da style, with a strong punch that really hit you!✨The flavor-changing oil was different from the shellfish broth, and it seemed a bit too rich for my partner after adding the oil. Less

I was finally able to make a reservation and visit the restaurant.The chilled taraba crab chawanmushi was rich and delicious.The fried tuna brain was absolutely tasty.The sashimi of sea bream and octopus from Akashi was good, although I didn’t really notice the jelly and sea urchin.Skipping ahead, the tatsuta-age (fried chicken) with corn was delicious.The stir-fried vegetables with surf clams were flavorful and tasty.The yakitori was excellent! The chef highly recommended it.The Hida beef tenderloin was the best I’ve had this year.The chirashi sushi with fatty tuna was truly exceptional.Thank you for the wonderful meal.I will definitely come back. Less

This is my favorite restaurant that I've visited several times.I always look forward to trying different seasonal dishes each time I go.What impressed me this time was the truffle-infused satsuma-age! ❣️The fluffy texture combined with the rich aroma of truffle was beyond my expectations in terms of deliciousness. ✨And the chicken wings were, as always, reliably tasty. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, it's a dish I want to order every time.This time, I also tried the "Noguchi Taro's Chicken Wing Gin" for the first time, and it paired perfectly.It had a refreshing taste with a strong umami flavor, making it an excellent match with the chicken wings.Not only is the food delicious, but the calm atmosphere and attentive service make it a wonderful place I want to visit again and again. ✨ Less

Fried Young Sweetfish and Kale Salad The young sweetfish has a slight bitterness, giving it a mature flavor. The moromi (fermented rice) was the key to its taste.Steamed White Sweetfish The sweetfish itself was fluffy and delicious, but it could have used a bit more salt for flavor.Fresh Spring Rolls This was a surprise‼️ Rice paper, perilla leaves, bonito, kelp with roe, garlic shoots, and pineapple, all served with a gochujang-based sauce. I thought these ingredients wouldn’t go together, but surprisingly, they harmonized beautifully. Simply impressive.Softshell Turtle Soup This soup contains mochi-filled pouches, with mochi and softshell turtle meat inside. The broth is exceptionally good.Hamo Katsu Burger The restaurant's original Worcestershire sauce pairs well with the hamo katsu (pike eel cutlet), and the bun is fluffy, reminiscent of a high-end Filet-O-Fish.Junsai, Sea Urchin, and Molokhia Soup A refreshing taste that evokes the early summer season.Shark Fin Green Curry This was also shocking. I thought it was a waste to pair thick shark fin with green curry, but it surprisingly worked well, creating a luxurious seafood green curry.Hokkaido Scallop with White Sesame The vegetables in the white sesame sauce include bitter melon, but they don’t overpower the dish. The breadcrumbs sprinkled on top provide a nice accent.World's Best Chicken Wings These wings need no introduction. They are dried overnight and then grilled over charcoal, resulting in a moist and juicy texture.Clay Pot Rice Young corn and sweet peppers are stir-fried with sansho pepper and sweet-spicy seasoning, served over rice topped with Hida beef prepared in a sukiyaki style, along with an egg yolk. Even the rice alone, before adding the Hida beef, is delicious.Earl Grey Shaved Ice You can choose between matcha and Earl Grey, and I opted for Earl Grey. I was impressed by the fine texture of the ice, giving the sensation of eating cold air. This is the best shaved ice I’ve ever had. Less

The seasonal dishes were wonderfully crafted, providing a continuous series of surprises from start to finish. The salad with young sweetfish and kale, as well as the fresh spring rolls with bonito, showcased unexpected combinations that harmonized beautifully. In particular, the shark fin green curry and the "world's best chicken wings" left a lasting impression with their exceptional quality. This restaurant demonstrates creativity that transcends traditional Japanese cuisine, making it a remarkable place to enjoy the entire course. Less

I've been waiting for this! It's been 3 and a half months✨This reservation-only restaurant earned a Michelin star just two years after opening✨◎ Omakase Course from JPY 27,500The menu changes monthly to reflect the seasons, and the dishes are served promptly while being prepared right in front of you, creating a lively atmosphere✨Everything was delicious as always! Even with the monthly changes, every dish was exquisite—it's truly a testament to the chef's incredible talent.On this day, the green curry made with an impressive shark fin was particularly amazing!The signature dish, "World's Best Hands," features a crispy, fragrant skin and super juicy meat✨✨I could eat these endlessly!!This time, I also tried Noguchi's shaved ice for the first time, and the ice was incredibly fluffy—it's beyond what you'd find at a typical shaved ice shop, haha.Overall, it was a luxurious course that left me completely satisfied.I can't wait to come back again, haha! Less