New Astoria
Senri Chuo, Osaka
Restaurant in Osaka, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999 - JPY 999
Why go
A no-frills kissaten in Senri Chuo since 1970, serving breakfast and lunch under 1,000 JPY; katsu sandos, egg sandwiches, house coffee in a functional basement arcade. Walk-ins only, cash only, closed Thursday; it earned Tabelog 100 Kissaten recognition for consistent execution, not innovation. Best for solo diners or quick pre-travel meals near Shin-Osaka.
About New Astoria
New Astoria is a low-priced venue in Osaka, open from 8 AM to 3:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, closed on Wednesday and Thursday. Its price band is JPY 999–JPY 999. For travelers exploring Osaka's broader restaurant scene, the practical advice is simple: plan around daytime hours, do not plan for Wednesday or Thursday, expect an inexpensive stop rather than a long evening meal.
What the Award Signals
New Astoria appears on the Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022 list. That recognition places it within Tabelog's kissaten category for that year; for details such as exact scores, rankings, founding history, signature dishes, seating, payment rules, or reservation policy, check directly before visiting.
For a first visit, treat the award as a useful signal of recognition rather than a complete description of the experience. New Astoria is an Osaka venue with a 2022 Tabelog Kissaten 100 listing, daytime hours, a sub-1,000 JPY price band. Other details should be checked directly before making plans.
Practical Fit and Limitations
The clearest practical fit is timing. New Astoria is open Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 8 AM to 3:30 PM, it is closed Wednesday and Thursday. With hours ending in the afternoon, do not treat it as an evening option.
The price band is JPY 999–JPY 999, which places it in a very low price band. For specific details about menu items, dietary accommodations, take-out, delivery, payment methods, seating, queues, or reservations, check directly rather than assuming.
For visitors comparing options, New Astoria can be considered alongside other named venues such as Kissa Ichi, AT THE 21, Sakura Grill, Nick&Renée Toyonaka honten, or Soba-ya Kida, depending on what is convenient and currently open. For broader planning, use Osaka as the location reference rather than assuming neighborhood, station, or building details.
Use this guide as a planning snapshot rather than a full service manual. Confirm current conditions directly if you need details such as reservations, payment type, accessibility, ingredients, or take-out availability.
Practical note: Open Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 8 AM–3:30 PM; closed Wednesday and Thursday. Price band: JPY 999–JPY 999. Recognized on the Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022 list. Location: Osaka.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒560-0082 Osaka, Toyonaka, Shinsenri Higashimachi, 1 Chome−3, せんちゅうパル専門店街 B1階
- Website
- senrichuou.com/shop/%e3%83%8b%e3%83%a5%e3%83%bc%e3%82%a2%e3%82%b9%e3%83%88%e3%83%aa%e3%82%a2
- Phone
- +81 6-6831-2537
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxing, old-school café atmosphere with a quiet, nostalgic feel and views over the station concourse.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- katsu sando
- coffee
- mixed juice
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒560-0082 Osaka, Toyonaka, Shinsenri Higashimachi, 1 Chome−3, せんちゅうパル専門店街 B1階 · Directions
senrichuou.com/shop/%e3%83%8b%e3%83%a5%e3%83%bc%e3%82%a2%e3%82%b9%e3%83%88%e3%83%aa%e3%82%a2
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Kissa Ichi, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Sakura Grill, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Soba-ya Kida, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Nick&Renée Toyonaka honten, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
- AT THE 21, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
Among Toyonaka's Tabelog-recognized venues, this kissaten occupies the lowest price tier. Kissa Ichi matches the sub-1,000 JPY breakfast range but draws a younger crowd with seasonal fruit sandos and Instagram-friendly plating. If aesthetics matter, Kissa Ichi wins; if speed and reliability are the priority, the 1970 opening date and unchanged menu here deliver predictability. Sakura Grill sits at 4,000 JPY for dinner, targeting izakaya-style group dining rather than solo breakfast runs, different occasion, different budget.
Soba-ya Kida and Nick&Ren;ée Toyonaka honten both hover around 2,000 JPY, offering lunch sets with more variety (soba, Western-Japanese fusion). If you want options beyond sandwiches, either provides broader menus at double the cost. AT THE 21 mirrors this venue's 1,000 JPY price point but skews toward café culture, longer hours, Wi-Fi-friendly seating, lighter fare. Choose AT THE 21 for afternoon work sessions; choose the kissaten for a quick morning fill-up before exploring Osaka.
For value-focused travelers, the under-1,000 JPY breakfast here undercuts most hotel buffets and chains. The trade-off is menu depth: two signature sandwiches versus a rotating breakfast spread. If you're comparing Toyonaka options by ease of access, the direct station connection makes this the fastest stop pre-Shinkansen; Kissa Ichi requires a 10-minute walk from its nearest station. For splurge-worthy dining in Osaka, none of these venues compete, reserve budget for the city's Michelin-starred tier instead.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at New Astoria?
New Astoria is open from 8 AM to 3:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, is closed Wednesday and Thursday. Plan for a daytime visit only.
What should I order at New Astoria?
Specific dishes, drinks, menu format, take-out items should be checked directly. The safest planning note is the price band of JPY 999–JPY 999 and the venue's recognition on the Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022 list.
What should a first-timer know about New Astoria?
First-timers should know the basics: New Astoria is in Osaka, the price band is JPY 999–JPY 999, the hours are 8 AM–3:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. It is closed Wednesday and Thursday.
What are alternatives to New Astoria?
Other venues to consider in planning include Kissa Ichi, Sakura Grill, Nick&Renée Toyonaka honten, AT THE 21, Soba-ya Kida. Check each venue's current location, hours, service details directly before deciding.
How far ahead should I book New Astoria?
Check directly to see whether New Astoria accepts reservations or requires booking, plan around the operating window of 8 AM–3:30 PM on open days.
