Horikawa Menu Overview
Nestled in the serene streets of Osaka's Kita Ward, Horikawa offers an exquisite culinary journey that celebrates the essence of traditional Japanese cuisine with a modern touch. This Michelin-starred restaurant crafts each dish using the freshest seasonal ingredients, promising visitors a memorable dining experience that pleases both the eyes and the palate.
Starters and Appetizers
Begin your meal with delicate flavors such as fresh shirasu—tiny whitebait renowned for their subtle oceanic taste—perfectly capturing the season's bounty. Each appetizer is thoughtfully prepared to awaken your taste buds and set the stage for the meal ahead.
Mains: Grilled Delicacies and Savory Classics
The main courses at Horikawa showcase masterful grilling techniques and a harmonious blend of flavors. Dive into the robust taste of grilled black sea bream or savor the tender grilled kinmedai, also known as golden eye snapper, both delivering the pristine freshness of Japanese waters. For mushroom enthusiasts, the grilled jumbo shiitake mushroom offers an earthy depth that complements the seafood offerings beautifully.
Explore unique specialties like the grilled fresh stingray fin, a delicacy that surprises with its tender texture and subtle flavors. Meat lovers will appreciate the perfectly grilled Saga beef steak, known for its rich marbling and melt-in-your-mouth succulence. Vegetable options include the grilled leek with fresh ginger, delivering a spicy aromatic finish, and the savory grilled oyster butter, a luxurious treat that blends ocean brininess with creamy richness.
Noodle and Rice Specialties
Horikawa’s menu also features comforting noodle dishes such as curry-flavored yakisoba with kudzu noodles, combining the familiar warmth of curry with the silky texture of traditional kudzu noodles. Alternatively, indulge in the kuzukiri & udon & soba yaki, a delightful trio that celebrates Japan’s prized noodle varieties grilled to perfection. The garlic rice is another must-try, infused with fragrant garlic that enhances every bite.
Desserts and Drinks
Completing the dining experience, Horikawa offers a refined selection of desserts that capture the delicate balance of sweetness and texture characteristic of Japanese sweets. Complement your meal with a curated list of premium sake, wine, and beer available to pair beautifully with the menu’s diverse flavors.
Monthly Specials and Seasonal Highlights
One of Horikawa’s standout features is its ever-evolving grand menu, which changes monthly to showcase the freshest seasonal ingredients and innovative dishes. This ensures that every visit offers a new and exciting culinary adventure, reflecting the rhythms of Japan’s natural seasons and culinary traditions.
- Okonomiyaki with Fresh or Grated Ginger – A savory pancake layered with fresh cabbage, pork, and the zing of ginger for a perfect blend of textures and flavors.
- Grilled Seafood Selections – Including black sea bream, black mutsu, silver fish, and kinmedai, each grilled to enhance its natural umami and freshness.
- Grilled Vegetables and Unique Offerings – From jumbo shiitake mushrooms to leeks with fresh ginger and buttery grilled oysters, the vegetable dishes are as thoughtfully prepared as the seafood and meats.
