About TabelogFAQJapanese Culture and Etiquette Guide

Best Takoyaki (Octopus balls) in Japan

Takoyaki (Octopus balls) in Japan

About ratingsAbout sorting

1～20／6749

1Takoyaki Doraku Wanaka Sennichimae honten

Namba Sta. 234m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls)

Osaka Minami, Sennichimae for half a century. Perfect for takeout souvenirs. Dine in available!

3.49

3263

  • - JPY 999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

2CREO-RU

Namba Sta. 312m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake), Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers)

Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki, and Kushi Katsu with a focus on quality ingredients. A wide variety of menu options and extremely popular. A must-visit spot with long lines!

3.41

616

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

More

3Honke Otako Hozenji

Namba Sta. 250m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 5-minute walk from Midosuji Namba Station! For all things "konamon," trust Ootako! Right by Hozenji!

3.48

520

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

More

4Botejyu Honten Doutonbori

Namba Sta. 232m / Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake), Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Steak

The Unique Skills of the Main Branch

3.14

152

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options

5Takoya Dotonbori Kukuru Honten

Namba Sta. 195m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Kamameshi, Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot)

Limited Full Course for the Year-End and New Year! "Ultimate" Takokushi Shabu Course Normally priced at JPY 3,500 (tax included), now just JPY 2,500 (tax included)! Enjoy Tabelog benefits, plus a special gift from the restaurant for advance reservations!

3.40

841

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

More

6Jikan Museigen All you can eat and drink Manpukuya Kyobashi ten

Kyobashi Sta. 197m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Seafood

Just a 2-minute walk from Kyobashi Station! Enjoy a variety of delicious dishes and Instagram-worthy items at this unbeatable value izakaya, now open!

3.25

113

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
Online reservationCheck availability

More

7Hanadako

Umeda Sta. 27m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls)

3.50

Very good

3082

  • - JPY 999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Non smoking

8Tako no Tetsu Kakuda ten

Osaka Umeda Sta. 254m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Established in 1979 in Umeda, Osaka, this is a place where you can grill and enjoy your own takoyaki! Many celebrities and famous personalities have visited. Experience the fun of making your own! We welcome parties, gatherings, and girls' nights out. All-you-can-drink courses start from JPY 3,280!

3.48

505

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

More

9Minatoya Shokuhin Honten

Okachimachi Sta. 116m / Kaisen-don (Seafood bowl), Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Gelato, Ice cream

3.46

484

  • - JPY 999
  • - JPY 999
  • -Due to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

10Osaka Taishu Izakaya Meshi to Sake to Oto almalio

Higashi Umeda Sta. 519m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Takoyaki (Octopus balls)

3.56

Very good

197

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

More

11Odori Dako Doutonbori ten

Namba Sta. 295m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls)

3.45

314

  • - JPY 999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Non smoking

12Takoyaki Doraku Wanaka Doutonbori ten

Namba Sta. 289m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls)

3.49

970

  • - JPY 999
  • - JPY 999
  • -Due to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking

13Osaka Meibutsu Taishu Sakaba Kushikatsu to Takoyaki no Rasshai Se Umeda Ohatsutenjin Ten

Higashi Umeda Sta. 209m / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Takoyaki (Octopus balls)

3.19

43

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

More

14Acchichi Honpo Doutonbori ten

Namba Sta. 355m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake)

Dotonbori's Heart: A Popular Takoyaki Shop with Endless Lines Enjoy the carefully crafted takoyaki born in Nishinari, the birthplace of flour-based dishes!

3.49

825

  • - JPY 999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Non smoking

15Osaka America Mura Koga Ryu Honten

Yotsubashi Sta. 268m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls)

3.48

1528

  • - JPY 999
  • - JPY 999
  • -Due to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome

16Takoriki

Matsuyamachi Sta. 262m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Baru (Spanish style bar), Sweets (Western style)

3.60

Very good

318

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Non smoking

17Jibun de Yakeru Takoyaki Izakaya TAKOYAKI LAB

Osaka Namba Sta. 324m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers)

【Google☆4.8】Let’s Takoyaki Party! Enjoy a fun time together!

3.09

87

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

More

18Asakusa Tako Maru

Asakusa Sta. 177m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Kara-age (Deep-fried chicken), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.27

51

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome

19Tsubomi

Omiya Sta. 115m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake)

3.65

Very good

147

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • WednesdayDue to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Smoking allowed

20Gindako Highball Sakaba Shinjuku touhou biru ten

Seibu Shinjuku Sta. 209m / Takoyaki (Octopus balls), Stand-up bar, Baru (Spanish style bar)

3.14

213

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking