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Vegan
Japanese
Fast food
Take-out
Gluten-free
Takoyaki and kushikatsu restaurant. Serves sets of kushikatsu and sauce pairings, with additional side dishes available such as edamame, tofu, and pickles. Limited seating. previously called OKOTAKO. Reported fully vegan October 2023. Open Mon-Sun 6:00pm-11:00pm. Opens 5.45pm.
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Last update on 14 Feb 2025 by Guest
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Added by geember on 06 Aug 2023
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Featured Review
okotako
Points +69
Great Takoyaki! - Edit
We are vegan and allergic to gluten. Until now, there were no vegan takoyaki around Namba and Shinsaibashi stations. We had given up on trying the local cuisine, but we have found the one and only takoyaki.
Read moreIt was wonderful. We ordered the takoyaki plate and the 1500 yen kushikatsu, both of which are vegan and gluten-free. The takoyaki is made with soybeans instead of wheat flour, so it is very healthy and hearty. Drinks are only 200 yen and you can make your own. My friend was pleased with the wide variety of scotch and bourbon. Gluten free beer is also available for 200 yen. Highly recommended.
Pros: affordable, All Vegan Menu Also suitable for gluten-free, Cool Place
Guest
278 Reviews
First Review by oboobo
nick14
Points +1131
Life saver when arriving late at night - Edit
We arrived in Osaka much later than we had hoped and were glad to see that there was a vegan place still open. Great first impression of Osaka. Amazing food and a completely different feel to the rest of Japan. Very rough and ready.
Read morePros: Food taste, Atmosphere, Drink choice
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AdamDarwiche
Points +62
Fantastic hole in the wall - Edit
Vibes are impeccable! Owner is super sweet. A/C felt great when we went but the place is cozy. Food was delicious and the place is so memorable! Highly recommend
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jennyc32
Points +4493
Mediocre food, cramped space - Edit
This was not the place for me. We ordered kushikatsu and two versions of takoyaki, one with the standard sauce and the other with spicy sauce and vegan cheese. The takoyaki was served with miso soup and a red cabbage salad as well - the soup was really tasty.
Read moreThe takoyaki was quite burned. I'm not sure if it's supposed to have a kind of caramelised or charred effect, but it did just taste like it was burned. That was the predominant flavour, as the standard sauce was unremarkable and the balls themselves were very bland. Inside they had a texture that was reminiscent of veggie fingers - soft potato and small pieces of carrot and pea. The spicy sauce added some flavour, but the cheese was unremarkable.
The kushikatsu was ok. The mushrooms were juicy and flavoursome.
It's a very small and crowded spot, which is not really what I wanted after a hot and tiring day out and about. You are really squeezed in with other people. It was especially difficult to reach the drinks station. As far as we could see, the only soft drink was water. There were a few syrups you could add and a sign promoting the creation of mocktails, but we couldn't see any base or elements besides these, so if you're not drinking alcohol the options are poor.
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Squizsh
Points +1474
Neat! - Edit
Super cool concept! I never got to eat takoyaki before going vego when i was 20 like 10 years ago now so it was neat to be able to experience it. My partner assured me that it’s very close to what takoyaki is really like, personally I just found them to be enjoyable dough balls, not super special but nice to eat in a quick pinch. The restaurant had decent portions, the food came out very quick. My partner got the classic and I got the ketchup-mayo sauce mix, which was a little strong in flavour but still pretty good! Would defs go back and try the other flavours
Read morePros: Vegan takoyaki! Hooray!, 200y make your own drink station
Cons: Ketchup overpowering the takoyaki
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Rosi-Clare
Points +30
This place was fabulous - Edit
Great place to eat for a mixed family vegan / vegetarian with picky kids. We all found food we enjoyed. The atmosphere was relaxed. A quirky place. All the vegan options were well labelled on the menu. We loved it here.
Read morePros: Several vegan options, Family friendly , Relaxed
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ptait
Points +210
Great takoyaki and beautiful, squishy little restaurant - Edit
Restaurant is full of character and takoyaki was delicious!
Read moreHighly recommend!
Affordable, tasty, fun atmosphere, no frills just good food!
Updated from previous review on 2024-07-21
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MLittl11
Points +676
Cool place and great experience - Edit
So glad to be able to try takoyaki and it was delicious. We had the spicy and original and enjoyed both. We also had the kushikatsu which was just okay compared to the takoyaki!
Read moreGreat to try a classic Osaka food and highly recommended.
Pros: Spicy takoyaki , Original takoyaki, The location and walls
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Ken.thompson
Points +1147
Fun vibe, OK food - Edit
I didn’t really love the food to be honest—too soft and kinda bland. But killer and fun vibe. Fun making my own drinks. No line when we went!
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Colette1
Points +78
Amazing!!! - Edit
Everything was amazing about this restaurant: the lively owner, the great vibe and cool music, the self service drinks and the delicious Japanese food made fully vegan! Totally recommend this place, best place I have been to in Osaka!
Read morePros: Delicious food , Lovely owner and concept , Nice location
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saranaisling
Points +71
Great! - Edit
We had some lovely late night food here, we recommend the spicy sauce and adding soy cheese! Really nice vibe inside the shop
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Bobisvegan
Points +532
Amazing place - Edit
Such a great experience in this tiny gem of a place. One girl running the show, you order at the counter as you go in and find a place to squeeze in. Atmosphere lovely. Drinks are self service. Food gorgeous as others have said. Get there early, there was a queue forming as we left. Must be tried!
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eprobola
Points +17
Unique vegan restaurant! - Edit
Great vegan takoyaki in Osaka (I preferred the spicy item). Cash preferred but cards accepted for certain orders. Relaxed environment and portions were generous.
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Elengendro
Points +33
Great vibe and good food. - Edit
I have no idea what Takoyaki is or how is supposed to be but this was very tasty. If you fancy trying it, go for it. Make sure you're okay with gooey textures. The woman running it is super lovely and the vibe of the place is pretty cool!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-06-16
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travelnomadic00
Points +137
Not bad! - Edit
Good restaurant, and good food overall. Never had takoyaki before, and didn’t know what it was. It’s got a VERY SOFT almost raw texture that was new to me (I like crispy/crunchy foods). Still ate about half of the takoyaki. The meal was very filling.
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GustavKant
Points +72
11/10 - Edit
Best vegan takoyaki. Osaka takoyaki is creamier than Tokyo, but still worth trying. Made without Wheat. Gluten free vegan friendly. Amazing options. Small shop. AmaZing service. A MUST go to place.
Read moreAlso go to sister location 5 min away!!
Kushikatsu and takoyaki are foods I never thought I'd have.
Staff cares about food very much,food taste like love is first ingredient
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-04
Pros: Price , Food, Staff anaZing
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alsemmo
Points +220
Delicious and friendly! - Edit
Lovely vegan takoyaki in a friendly, cool setting. If you order kashikatsu and get a red-tipped skewer you also get a free drink. Couldn’t get enough of the vegan mayo - all-round fab.
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Msjiroro
Points +552
Guilt-free and healthier choice - Edit
Love how they transformed the dish into something vegan and gluten free! Tasty and it comes with soup and vegetables. Yummy!
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GurvinderKeer
Points +35
Delicious - Edit
Very tasty takoyaki, nice cozy place.
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nixy_pixy
Points +113
Amazing!!! - Edit
This place should not be missed. Would give more stars if possible
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ThatVeganNewfie
Points +156
Long wait for a osaka classic - Edit
If you have never experienced the famous Takoyaki as a vegan then for sure visit this place as the food is quite good and i was so happy to be able to have this as a vegan how ever wait time was very long and the space while I get the vibe is "cool"..for anyone not in their 20s or younger the last thing you want after walking around osaka all day is to stand or eat shoulder to shoulder in a tight area... prepare to be uncomfortable for a good food experience.
Read morePros: Only vegan Takoyaki you will find , The owner is very cool and friendly
Cons: Long wait time , Very small cramped space , Filled with tourists
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enjoythehummus
Points +130
Awesome food, awesome vibes - Edit
It's a cute restaurant filled with messages scrawled over the walls by previous customers. Music is great and a wide variety of both Japanese and Western songs from all decades. Great selections of drinks and taloyaki varieties. Definitely worth a visit.
Read morePros: Atmosphere , Food, Price
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Sonja116
Points +71
Good food, good vibes, good music - Edit
Very nice and welcoming owner. Good food. Loved the Playlist and the vibes. Had to wait a short time but they have stairs in the hall, so no problem at all.
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MaxTeh
Points +34
Oishi vegan food place - Edit
Good food other them both!
Read moreGood vibes too
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VeronicaFurey
Points +17
Amazing food - Edit
It's so nice to find a fully vegan restaurant in Japan! Food was super nice and super cheap, and the staff were lovely :)
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-05-31
Pros: Fully vegan, Amazing food, Welcoming staff
Cons: Small place so had to wait
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SandraAnanos
Points +337
Okay food but awesome place - Edit
A must go for the experience but food was only okay. The atmosphere and service were excellent but must admit I was a little disappointed by the flavor. It wasn't bad, maybe my expectations were too high. Would still definitely recommend trying it out!
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Angiebarki
Points +44
Soooo good! - Edit
We eat tako yaki the first time, and it was so good😍 and the atmosphere in the restaurant is amazing, we will be back soon!
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Akari000
Points +793
Osaka soul food! - Edit
So happy to be able to eat Vegan tako yaki in Osaka, thank you so much! 🙏🌱
Read moreWe waited for 20mins to order, the place was very popular:-)
It would be better if the food was very hot, it was kinda warm.. but I really enjoyed it! ☺️
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