Restaurant Amadeus at The Westin Osaka (Kita-ku, Osaka) has introduced the "Première Course" to mark the appointment of new head chef Eriko Yukino. The course began on April 27, 2026 (Monday), and reflects the chef's refined sensibility and technical skill, signaling the start of a new chapter for the restaurant.
Première Course — A New French Lunch Experience
Chef Yukino's defining focus is the expression of sauces. By drawing out the natural umami of each ingredient and layering sauces in multiple stages, every dish is brought to its highest potential. The menu is structured around classic French technique, dressed with a contemporary lightness, delivering flavors that remain pleasing from start to finish. Ingredients such as foie gras and lobster feature throughout the course, with each dish unfolding like a story that harmonizes tradition and innovation.
Among the visual highlights is a butterfly tuile that decorates the salad course — crafted to capture the lightness of a wing mid-flight, and one that the chef describes as reflecting her own spirit of stepping into a new challenge. The experience is designed to engage not just the palate, but all five senses.
Chef Eriko Yukino's Message
"I crafted this course with the hope of delivering small moments of joy into everyday life. I hope you enjoy the flavors and stories that unfold with each dish."
May-Only Tea Pairing Special Plan
To complement the new course, a special tea pairing plan featuring teas from global tea specialty shop Lupicia will be available from May 1 (Friday). Two teas have been selected from Lupicia's annual lineup of over 400 varieties — "White Sangria" and "Honey Lemonade" — chosen to enhance the character of each dish. The plan is offered at a special half-price rate during the limited period.
Period: May 1, 2026 (Friday) to May 31, 2026 (Sunday)
Price: Lupicia Tea Pairing Set — ¥1,600 (regular) → ¥800 (special price)
Included: Two tea pairings — "White Sangria" and "Honey Lemonade"
Première Course Details
Period: April 27, 2026 (Monday) to June 30, 2026 (Tuesday)
Hours: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM (last order 2:00 PM)
Venue: 1F Restaurant "Amadeus," The Westin Osaka
Price: ¥6,500 (tax and service charge included)
Menu
- Amuse-Bouche: Marinated sea bream and crab rémoulade with citrus vinaigrette
- Salad: Beef tagliata with Parmigiano-Reggiano, vegetable gribiche, and beet balsamic vinaigrette
- Soup: New burdock root soup
- Palate Cleanser: Bergamot tea spherification
- Fish: Sautéed lobster and scallops with oriental sauce
- Meat: Beef and foie gras Rossini-style pie with truffle and sherry vinaigrette salad
- Accompaniments: Baguette, dessert, coffee or tea
Reservations
TEL: 06-6440-1062
Website: https://amadeus.westinosaka.com/
Online Reservations: https://www.tablecheck.com/shops/westin-osaka-amadeus/reserve
All prices include tax and service charge. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Menu and content are subject to change without notice.
