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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
jessek99
Points +132
The best vegan food in Osaka - Edit
By far my favourite vegan food in Osaka - Must visit.
Read moreDining area is very small, often a long queue to get in, recommend getting here just prior to opening otherwise you may be waiting a while.
Store is ran by 1 person so please be patient, they accept cash & card.
Pros: Delicious food, Entirely vegan, Good location
Cons: Long queues, Small dining area
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HotGiselle
Points +16
Great - Edit
Had to wait for a little while but it was worth it.
Read moreDelicious and as far as I can tell very affordable (it was the first restaurant I visited in Japan so I'm going by German prices)
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RomShenhav
Points +155
Excellent - Edit
Looking for a vegan Takoyaki, this was on our bucket list for Osaka. Unlike Oko, we got inside pretty quick (approx. 15 mins since we arrived). Similarly to Oko though, the place offers good quality music and a great atmosphere, and is also being run by one person (which was lovely). The food was very good, rich in flavor, however the tempura veggies lacked salt. Overall, it's a great place to grab a quick bite, just arrive before 8 pm since it's the rush hour for the place.
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JakubHolý
Points +19
Great food, cozy place, possible queues - Edit
It was great to try two local specialities, Kushikatsu (fried diverse vegetables on skewers) and Takoyaki, in a vegan form. The place is very cozy. But it is also small, we came on Sunday at 7pm and waited about 1h to get in. I absolutely recommend eating here, but if you are short on time, perhaps try their sister restaurant Ovo Fun Okonomiyaki, which is reportedly just 3 min away and much bigger.
Read morePros: Good, healthy food, Cozy atmosphere
Cons: Possible long wait
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Nancy_
Points +33
Mega leckere Takoyaki in Osaka - Edit
Die veganen Takoyaki waren richtig lecker, die Atmosphäre war super. Das warten vorher hat sich auf jeden Fall gelohnt. Und Respekt, dass die Inhaberin alles alleine macht!
Read morePros: Geschmack, Atmosphäre, Auswahl
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EliseSharpe
Points +62
Fun & funky - Edit
Small restaurant with colour everywhere! A fun experience. Arrived soon after opening and didn't have to wait long. Got to add our own little message to the wall. Had the Takoyaki and cold tofu. Came with cabbage/veg and miso. Delish!
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GianniAllebosch
Points +17
Wonderful dining experience - Edit
Such a pleasant experience... Delicious vegan versions of local specialties in a cosy and very interesting setting! Very friendly service. Highly recommended :-).
Read morePros: Service and atmosphere , Eclectic interior design, Delicious
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NathaliaZimmermann
Points +394
Amazing "tako"yaki! - Edit
I was so happy that I could have a vegan version of the traditional takoyaki! It was soooo delicious! Highly recommend!
Read moreThe place had such a good vibe and the girl serving was so friendly!
Pros: Best "tako"yaki! , Nice vibe, Friendly staff
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swaninspired
Points +466
Popular vegan and gluten free takoyaki - Edit
We were lucky to be there shortly after their opening time, so we got a place to sit. There was already a long queue once we left. The takoyaki are served with red cabbage and soup. I found the soup even tastier than the takoyaki themselves, but enjoyed the possibility to try them as a non-octopus-eater.
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gruszka_yogi
Points +286
Amazing vegan takoyaki - Edit
This was our first dinner place in Osaka and we were very impressed. Super cool atmosphere, really cosy place. The food was great. Highly reccomend. Easy vegan option for takoyaki and mecha oishi😄thank you
Read moreFood: 5/5 | Service: 5/5
Pros: Food with vegan and gluten free options, Atmosphere
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magicalzebra
Points +54
So nice we came twice! - Edit
Delicious food, nice portion size, this place has it all. My partner has a nut allergy and the chef is very friendly and knows the menu well. The menu contained no peanuts or tree nuts at the time of posting but obviously check this yourself!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-03-15
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Lu88
Points +13
Fantastico - Edit
Il posto è molto piccolo, la ragazza lo gestisce da sola e il cibo è ottimo. Consiglio di prendere gli spiedini di frittura e i Takoyaki senza aggiungere formaggio vegano, perché sono fantastici anche senza, con sopra tutte le loro salse! Se trovate come me lo spiedino con la punta rossa, vincete una bibita gratuita dopo aver "suonato" il finto pollo appeso sopra la zona bibite! PS:lasciate scritto il vostro passaggio sul muro con i pennarelli che troverete in una ciotola!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-03-14
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ladie_jadie
Points +204
Must try takoyaki! - Edit
I was thrilled to find a place that offered a vegan takoyaki, and in such a central location in Osaka. The takoyaki balls were flavoursome and it came with a side of soup.
Read moreI also tried the Kushikatsu (5 veg skewers), but found them very oily and tasteless.
Pros: Lovely staff , Not crowded , Funky restaurant
Cons: All plates and cutlery were disposable., Oily food
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courtpline
Points +1215
Fun place - Edit
I was happy I got to try takoyaki but I didn't really like it. The flavor was good, but is very mushy on the inside. The owner is really nice and the space is pretty cool.
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Frooneybaby
Points +20
shiho is awesome - Edit
Oko is a very special place! It’s in a bright yellow building you can’t miss it! The food is OMG delicious and the place itself is an entertainment. Gave you markers to write her a message on the wall. She is super awesome.. be sure to visit the ladies bathroom and open up the fountain of youth lol.. you will get a nice surprise LOL
Read morePros: Service , Good food , Atmosphere
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MiffyMills
Points +1590
Definitely recommend - Edit
This was our first time having takoyaki so we didn't know what to expect, the texture was mushier than we thought it would be but it was really yummy. I think one serving is enough for two because it is quite heavy and filling, the cabbage salad added a nice freshness and crunch, it all had a lot of flavour. The lady working there was really friendly, We would go back again
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-03-10
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czocker
Points +29
delicious takoyaki and large range of diy drink options - Edit
cool place that offers takoyaki made with extra fiber and very delicious! the skewers are also nice. quite fun drink options. would recommend.
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BrayRoberts
Points +69
The best from our time in Osaka - Edit
Too good to describe, absolutely delicious. The owner is so polite and the messages scattered around the room add to the ambience
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nikhui
Points +506
Outstanding - Edit
A really cool restaurant with make your own drinks, customer-graffitied walls, and amazing food. One of my favourite foodie experiences in Japan.
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nochilli
Points +120
Best Takoyaki ever!! - Edit
We had dinner at Oko Takoyaki. The restaurant is tiny but very charming. The takoyaki was the best we’ve had on our trip! The chef was really nice and we had a great time. An absolute must try when visiting Osaka!
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LawdKarli
Points +123
Oishii Food! - Edit
Absolutely delicious food! Loved the atmosphere and the whole place. Shiho is lovely and so friendly.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-02-17
Pros: Food, Atmosphere , Quirky bar/place
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emiwee27
Points +25
THIS PLACE IS SO COOL AND YUMMY - Edit
Couldn’t recommend this place more! Amazing gyoza and yakisoba! The vibes are immaculate honestly the best restaurant I’ve ever been to. The owner is so friendly and runs it solo. Drinks are 200 yen and it’s a make ur own drink at the bar. UNLIMITED ALCOHOL! Fabulous
Read morePros: FOOD, WRITING ON WALL, VIBES
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Francifra
Points +686
Just ok - Edit
I was expecting more from this very well rated restaurant. I could not distinguish flavors in my takoyaki, as it was soaked in sauce. The place was rather dirty, the floor was sticky. The host was extremely kind and prices extremely cheap, but I would not recommend it.
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shapat
Points +603
Such a good restaurant! - Edit
Amazing food! We got one of each thing on the menu! It was really good! One person ran the shop, she was really nice!
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miltoky
Points +700
Vegan takoyaki! - Edit
Quite a small place, but the food was great and cheap. The spicy takoyaki was delicious and came with a salad and miso soup.
Read morePros: Tasty, Cheap, Friendly and helpful staff
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rymc
Points +608
This is not even close - Edit
I lived in Japan for years before I stopped consuming animal products, and I have eaten a lot of the regional cuisine(s) as a result. This place is so not even close to replicating it.
Read moreA proper takoyaki should be spherical and hold together until you bite into it - with the bite itself being like chewing through soft fried dough and finding a pleasantly chewy center. Sauces should add flavor. None of this happened here, with each order (soy sauce order and sesame sauce order) being bland as hell with soggy drenched lumps of dough.
I’m giving it two stars only due to it giving a passing option for gluten free needs, and even then you are legitimately better served going elsewhere. The staff were also nice. But come on, we all know vegan food can be good - this requires demanding better from the places selling poor representations.
Pros: Staff were nice
Cons: Poor imitation
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jfarmer
Points +54
Best vegan food in Osaka ! - Edit
Found this place on happy cow and so glad I did ! Very personal service with a unique quirk to it ! A must see !
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