The savory pancake you grill at your own table.
What it is
Okonomiyaki is a savory pancake of batter and shredded cabbage, mixed with your choice of fillings, griddled on a hot teppan and finished with sweet okonomi sauce, mayo, dried seaweed and dancing bonito flakes. The name means "grill what you like."
What it means
A soul food of Osaka and Hiroshima that's beloved nationwide — casual, communal, often cooked by you at a table griddle. It turns a meal into an activity.
Why it's wonderful
It's fun and deeply savory: crisp edges, fluffy cabbage-laden middle, the umami hit of sauce and bonito. Order it as a vegetable version, or load it with seafood and pork.
What to order
- Mixed (mix-yaki) or Hiroshima style
- Seafood, pork or vegetable
- Add extra bonito & seaweed
- Pair with a cold beer
For special diets
Batter contains wheat and usually egg; the sauce and bonito flakes aren't vegan. Vegetable versions suit vegetarians.
FAQ
- What is Okonomiyaki?
- The savory pancake you grill at your own table.
- Is Okonomiyaki vegetarian, vegan, halal or gluten-free?
- Batter contains wheat and usually egg; the sauce and bonito flakes aren't vegan. Vegetable versions suit vegetarians.
Recipes and preparation vary by restaurant, so this is a general guide. If you're ever unsure, please confirm directly with the venue before you order — they'll appreciate the heads-up.