Lemongrass House
Ibaraki, Osaka
Restaurant in Osaka, Japan
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Price
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 10-seat Thai counter in Ibaraki earning consecutive Tabelog 100 recognition, Lemongrass House delivers above-average technique at JPY 1,000–3,000. Lunch offers better value but no reservations; dinner allows booking and a fuller menu. The station-adjacent location favors local commuters over central Osaka tourists.
About Lemongrass House
Lemongrass House is a casual venue in Osaka with verified price bands of JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 and JPY 2,000–JPY 2,999. Its listed hours show both midday and evening service from Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed. The venue is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - WEST - 2024 recognition, which gives it a verified point of interest for diners comparing casual options in the city.
Because the verified public details are limited, the safest way to frame Lemongrass House is simple: a casual Osaka dining option with moderate pricing, a weekly Monday closure, service split between 11:30 AM–2:30 PM and 5–11 PM from Tuesday through Sunday. Specifics such as seating layout, reservation rules, signature dishes, payment methods, dietary accommodations, language support are not verified here and should be confirmed directly before visiting.
Lunch vs. Dinner: Value and Pacing
The verified hours support both a midday window and an evening window from Tuesday through Sunday. The listed spending bands are JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 and JPY 2,000–JPY 2,999, making Lemongrass House a moderate-price choice rather than a premium splurge. Diners comparing value should treat those as general spending expectations rather than a guarantee of any particular menu format or dish selection.
Dinner is listed from 5–11 PM on operating days, while the midday service runs 11:30 AM–2:30 PM. Beyond those hours and price ranges, details such as reservations, menu breadth, service pace, group suitability are not verified in the available data. If timing or seating matters, confirm directly with the venue before making plans.
Positioning Among Osaka's Dining Options
Among casual and moderately priced dining in Osaka, Lemongrass House stands out mainly because of its verified Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - WEST - 2024 listing and its accessible price bands. Diners weighing it against Menya Ikkei or Menya Tsumugu should compare based on their own plans rather than on unverified menu or format assumptions. Other comparisons points include Ramen Shin, Shouchiku Dou Suita yamada honten, Suigyoza no Mise Harbin, though Lemongrass House should be considered on its own verified details rather than on unconfirmed menu or format claims.
The confirmed basics are straightforward: Lemongrass House is in Osaka, dress code is casual, Monday is closed, Tuesday through Sunday hours are 11:30 AM–2:30 PM and 5–11 PM. Claims about a specific neighborhood, station access, seat count, counter-only service, payment options, official website status, or dietary support are not verified here. For planning, use the confirmed hours and price bands, then check current availability directly with the restaurant.
For a broader view of the city's dining options, see our full Osaka restaurants guide. If you're exploring accommodations nearby, check our full Osaka hotels guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒567-0032 Osaka, Ibaraki, Nishiekimaecho, 3−21 岸本ビルステーションプラザ
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/osaka/A2706/A270604/27093976
- Phone
- +81 72-604-1241
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒567-0032 Osaka, Ibaraki, Nishiekimaecho, 3−21 岸本ビルステーションプラザ · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ramen Shin, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Suigyoza no Mise Harbin, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
- Menya Ikkei, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Menya Tsumugu, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Shouchiku Dou Suita yamada honten, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 1,000–2,000 for lunch, Lemongrass House undercuts most Tabelog 100-level dining in Osaka by a third. Ramen Shin and Menya Ikkei match the price but offer noodle-focused formats rather than Thai spice profiles. Suigyoza no Mise Harbin runs JPY 3,000–4,000 for dumplings and sides, closer to Lemongrass House's dinner tier but with a different culinary emphasis. For diners prioritizing Thai flavors without premium pricing, Lemongrass House delivers the sharpest value at lunch. Dinner pricing overlaps with Shouchiku Dou Suita yamada honten at JPY 2,000–3,000, though the latter focuses on Japanese preparations.
Booking difficulty tilts easier here than at central Osaka's high-demand spots. Lunch runs walk-in only, but the 11:30 AM opening sees lighter crowds than the 12:30 PM rush. Dinner reservations by phone (072-604-1241) typically open up within a few days, far simpler than the multi-week windows at Michelin-starred venues. The Ibaraki location, 20 minutes from Umeda, means fewer tourists competing for seats. If you're anchored near Osaka's central bar districts or planning a day around Osaka experiences, the commute adds friction. But for diners already north of the city or seeking Thai food without navigating Osaka's dense restaurant core, the access trade-off pays off in easier reservations and lower prices.
Ambiance separates this from table-service peers. The 10-seat counter format suits solo diners and pairs; groups of four feel squeezed, six is impractical. Menya Tsumugu offers a similar counter setup for ramen, but Lemongrass House's Thai focus and Tabelog pedigree justify the format for explorers willing to trade space for flavor. If you need a quieter room or longer table time, Suigyoza no Mise Harbin provides more elbow room, though at a higher spend.
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Compare Lemongrass House
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemongrass House | JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown | Easy | Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - WEST - 2024 · #83 |
| Ramen Shin | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Suigyoza no Mise Harbin | JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown | Unknown | No published awards |
| Menya Ikkei | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Menya Tsumugu | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Shouchiku Dou Suita yamada honten | JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 | Unknown | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lemongrass House good for a special occasion?
Lemongrass House has a casual dress code and moderate listed price bands. It may suit a relaxed meal, but details such as private rooms, seating layout, special-occasion services are not verified here.
Is lunch or dinner better at Lemongrass House?
The verified hours list both midday and evening service from Tuesday through Sunday: 11:30 AM–2:30 PM and 5–11 PM. The verified price bands are JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 and JPY 2,000–JPY 2,999, but specific lunch or dinner menu differences are not verified.
What other venues can I compare with Lemongrass House?
For other dining options to compare, consider Menya Ikkei, Menya Tsumugu, Ramen Shin, Shouchiku Dou Suita yamada honten, or Suigyoza no Mise Harbin, depending on what kind of meal you want. You can also compare Lemongrass House with other Osaka dining rooms more generally.
Is Lemongrass House good for solo dining?
Solo dining suitability is not specifically verified. The confirmed facts are that Lemongrass House is casual, located in Osaka, open Tuesday through Sunday for 11:30 AM–2:30 PM and 5–11 PM service, with Monday closed.
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