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Update-date: Feb 19 2025

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15 Recommended Restaurants Where You Can Try Specialties of Fukuoka

Fukuoka is renowned for its many gourmet specialties, some popular examples being Hakata ramen, motsunabe (offal hot pot), mizutaki (unseasoned hot pot), and fugu (pufferfish). Check out this introduction to 15 eateries that serve these delicacies!

See full listings of Japanese Cuisine restaurants found in and around Fukuoka.

1. Kai Sya

Kai Sya is a meat Kappo restaurant that excels in bringing out the best flavors through refined Japanese cooking techniques. Dishes like the tender "Tomosankaku" and juicy "Rump Steak" are paired with a wide selection of wines and sake. The tableware from Saga Arita enhances the experience, and the chic, relaxed interior features a black and brown color scheme. The spacious seating, including counter spots for direct interaction with the owner, makes it ideal for dates, anniversaries, business entertainment, and private parties.

Kai Sya

Open: [Tuesday - Saturday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (last entry 1:00 pm), [Weekdays, Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm (last entry 9:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk east from Yakuin Station on the Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line. Turn right at the corner of Fukuoka Toei Hotel and turn left at the first street.
Address: 2F, 1-5-2-2, Takasago, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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2. Sumiyaki Jidori SANZO

Jidoriya Amon, located near Nakasu-Kawabata Station, offers semi-private rooms for a relaxed dining experience focused on chicken dishes. The menu features classics like chicken nanban and wings, along with rare chicken sashimi and charcoal-grilled options. Signature hot pots such as "Amon Negi Shabu" and "Jidori Sukiyaki" are perfect for gatherings. Open until 3 AM, it's great for late-night dining. The drink menu includes premium sake. Counter seating is available for solo guests, making it a versatile dining spot.

Sumiyaki Jidori SANZO

Open: [Monday-Wednesday, Friday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] 11:00 am -10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) *Weekday Lunch Time : 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Closed: Thursday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: From Dazaifu Station, take the 100 JPY bus (Mahoroba-go) and walk for 2-minute from the Uchiyama bus stop (in front of Kamado Shrine).
Address: 832-2, Uchiyama, Dazaifu-shi, Fukuoka Map
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3. Taishabu to Nihonshu Satsuki

"Taishabu to Nihonshu Satsuki" offers Tai Shabu (sea bream shabu-shabu) and sake in a welcoming environment suitable for business guests, women's gatherings, or solo diners. Enjoy Tai Shabu with fresh, sashimi-grade yellowtails and a selection of sake from Kyushu and other Japanese regions. The restaurant, set in a renovated Showa-era building, provides a casual and comfortable atmosphere with counter seating and private rooms. It also offers course menus suitable for business or banquet events. Delight in delectable sea bream and exceptional sake.

Taishabu to Nihonshu Satsuki

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 15-minute walk from Ropponmatsu Station on the Fukuoka City Subway Nanakuma Line
Address: 1-3-41, Torikai, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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4. Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Main Branch

Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Main Branch cuisine

Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Main Branch, established in Ohashi, is a popular destination for those seeking the renowned "Motsu Nabe - miso flavor." The restaurant uses carefully selected domestically-raised beef tripe, and the miso base is a special blend rich in garlic, offering a memorable and impactful taste. The broth enhances the ingredients' flavor and adds depth to the soup, creating a unique pairing. The restaurant’s interior exudes a calm, relaxed atmosphere, reminiscent of a tea room or ryokan, providing an inviting space for a peaceful, high-quality dining experience.

Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Main Branch

Open: [Monday, Wednesday, Thursday] Dinner 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) [Friday] Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) [Saturday, National Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) [Sunday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: Approximately 10 minutes walk from Ohashi Station on the Nishitetsu Omuta Line, and 15 minutes walk from Takeshita Station on the JR Kagoshima Main Line
Address: 2-2-12, Mukaino, Minami-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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5. Unagi no Naruse Fukuoka Fukutsu Branch

Unagi no Naruse Fukuoka Fukutsu Branch cuisine

Unagi no Naruse Fukuoka Fukutsu Branch is just 30 seconds from Fukuma Beach. The restaurant's specialty is "Unajuu," available in three sizes: "Ume" (half an eel), "Take" (three-quarters of an eel), and "Matsu" (whole eel). The tender eel and rich sauce perfectly complement the white rice. For those pairing eel with alcohol, "Kabayaki" (glaze-grilled eel) is a must-try. The traditional Japanese atmosphere, friendly staff in samue, and a variety of seating options, including counter, table, and sunken kotatsu, make it perfect for solo diners, groups, and banquets.

Unagi no Naruse Fukuoka Fukutsu Branch

Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm / Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,600 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Nishifukuma 5-chome bus stop. 4-minute walk from Miyajihama 2-chome bus stop. It is next to the Fukuma Beach Entrance on Route 495.
Address: 4-8-20, Nishi-fukuma, Fukutsu-shi, Fukuoka Map
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6. Motsunabe Nagamasa Chikushiguchi Branch

Motsunabe Nagamasa Chikushiguchi Branch cuisine

Motsunabe Nagamasa Chikushiguchi Branch specializes in Kyushu's diverse cuisine, with Motsunabe being a top recommendation. This flavorful hot pot comes in "salt" or "white miso" and features a special broth with odorless Japanese beef small intestines. It's an ideal introduction to Kyushu's local flavor for first-time visitors. The restaurant also offers a wide selection of Kyushu's famous sake. The warm, wood-toned interior is perfect for small groups, and private rooms are available for families, friends, or after-work gatherings. A visit here offers tourists a full experience of Kyushu's taste and hospitality.

Motsunabe Nagamasa Chikushiguchi Branch

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Chikushi Exit of Hakata Station. It is on the 2nd floor of a building on the left side of Chikushi-dori Avenue from Otowa Crossing.
Address: 2-7-27, Hakataeki-higashi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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7. Mizutaki Ryotei Hakata Hanamidori Tenjin Branch

The history of Hanamitori began when Mr. Yoshiharu Kawatsu, a chicken wholesaler in Hakata, opened a restaurant on the second floor of his store. Realizing that the key to delicious Mizutaki was the chicken itself, he began farming his own chickens, leading to the creation of Hanamidori chicken. Named for its vibrant meat and beautiful pink thighs, Hanamidori chickens are raised healthily on special feed in an open poultry house with plenty of clean air and sunlight.

Mizutaki Ryotei Hakata Hanamidori Tenjin Branch

Open: [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm / [Weekdays, Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am / [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Nishitetsu-Fukuoka Tenjin Station on the Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line
Address: B1F, Tenjin MENT Bldg., 1-20-2, Imaizumi, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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8. Sakanaya Soma Yanagawa Branch

Sakanaya Soma Yanagawa Branch, located in Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, offers a relaxing atmosphere perfect for dates, business entertainment, anniversaries, memorial services, and banquets. The restaurant specializes in dishes made with carefully selected seasonal fish and vegetables, ensuring freshness by slaughtering fish in the morning and evening. A wide selection of wines and drinks complements the meals. Private rooms for two or more and a kids' room are available, making it ideal for group events and special occasions. Enjoy seasonal delicacies with your loved ones.

Sakanaya Soma Yanagawa Branch

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,800 JPY
Access: 13-minute walk from Yakabe Station on the Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line / 22-minute walk from Kamachi Station on the Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line
Address: 597, Yanagawa, Mitsuhashi-machi, Yanagawa-shi, Fukuoka Map
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9. GRAND HOURS TENJIN

GRAND HOURS, located in the heart of Fukuoka's Tenjin area, is a dining bar/restaurant with a chic New York-inspired interior. It offers meals made with seasonal ingredients from Kyushu and across Japan. A sommelier carefully selects wines, mainly from France, to pair perfectly with the dishes. In addition to wine, a variety of cocktails, craft gin, Japanese sake, shochu, and rare drinks are available. This vibrant setting enhances both everyday moments and special occasions, creating unforgettable experiences with your loved ones.

GRAND HOURS TENJIN

Open: [Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 1,980 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: Along Kokutai Road, 2-minute walk from Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station
Address: 2-3-33, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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10. Sushisho Fukuoka Branch

Sushisho, located just 3 minutes from the station, offers an omakase menu featuring fresh seasonal fish. The highlight is the luxurious Bluefin Tuna, a rare treat in Fukuoka. Authentic Edomae-style sushi is made with fresh fish sourced from across Japan. With around 25 dishes, the restaurant is known for its exceptional quality. It's perfect for various occasions, from solo dining to business entertainment. True to its name, which means "laugh," Sushisho provides a relaxing atmosphere where guests can enjoy their meals with a smile.

Sushisho Fukuoka Branch

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm -11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) / Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,500 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Akasaka Station. Located on the 2nd floor of Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City.
Address: 2F, FDGC Biosquare, 2-6-50, Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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11. Hakata Ajidokoro Iroha

6. Hakata Ajidokoro Iroha (Japanese Cuisine / Nakasu-Kawabata)

For 4 generations, this long-established restaurant has been serving the same delicious mizutaki. Prepared following a recipe shared only with the members of the family, their cloudy chicken soup is thoroughly cooked for 5 to 6 hours every day under constant supervision in order to skim any froth. Enjoy it in the [Local Chicken Mizutaki] (4,700 JPY), which comes with meaty minced chicken and a homemade ponzu (citrus-seasoned soy sauce). It's a dish with a strong flavor that will let you thoroughly savor its umami!

Hakata Ajidokoro Iroha

Open: [Tuesday-Saturday, Holidays, Day before Holidays] 6:00 pm - (L.O. 10:00 pm) [Sunday] 6:00 pm - (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,500 JPY
Access: 3 minutes walk from Nakasu Kawabata Station on Fukuoka municiple Subway Airport Line.
Address: Iroha Bldg., 14-27, Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka Map
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12. Tempura nasubi

Tempura Nasubi, located in Haruyoshi, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, offers a casual yet delightful way to enjoy freshly fried tempura. The relaxed atmosphere, with counter seating, lets diners experience the owner's artisanal skills, the sound, and aroma of frying tempura up close. The menu includes three Omakase courses with additional options. Ideal for special occasions like business entertainment and anniversaries, it’s also perfect for everyday dining. The carefully selected ingredients, frying oil, batter, and dipping sauce are all prepared with attention to detail, making tempura feel both luxurious and accessible.

Tempura nasubi

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Friday-Sunday, Holidays, the day before holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) *Lunch is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm) *Dinner is closed on Wednesday.
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Watanabe-dori Station
Address: 101, Novaife Haruyoshi, 2-17-1, Haruyoshi, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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13. Hitsumabushi Japanese Cuisine Bincho Nakasu-kawabata branch

Hitsumabushi Japanese Cuisine Bincho Nakasu-kawabata branch cuisine

Hitsumabushi Japanese Cuisine Bincho Nakasu-Kawabata Branch offers exquisite eel and Japanese dishes. The restaurant prioritizes high-quality ingredients, selecting soft-skinned, fatty eels, A5-grade wagyu beef, and fresh seafood from across Japan. Their eel dishes are expertly grilled with crispy skin and juicy meat, complemented by a special sauce made from high-grade Aichi tamari soy sauce. They also offer a variety of a la carte options like Tempura of Blue Sprat and Omelet with Dashi Stock. Enjoy your meal with fine sake from around Japan in a relaxing atmosphere.

Hitsumabushi Japanese Cuisine Bincho Nakasu-kawabata branch

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: A 1-minute walk from Exit No.7 of [Nakasu-kawabata Station] of subway Airport Line (144m)
Address: 1F, Hakataza-Nishigin Bldg., 2-1 Shimokawabata-machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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14. Hakata Udon Sakaba Wappachi

Hakata Udon Sakaba Wappachi is a cozy spot offering high-quality homemade udon and a variety of a-la-carte dishes that pair well with alcohol. Enjoy their popular Curry Udon and other udon styles like hot, cold, or with toppings, along with a selection of savory Oden made with both regular and unique ingredients. The restaurant’s relaxing Japanese-style atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, whether dining solo, with family, or enjoying a girls’ party, all while sipping on carefully selected sake.

Hakata Udon Sakaba Wappachi

Open: [Weekdays] 11:00 am - 9:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holiday] 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 750 JPY
Access: JR [Hakata Station] is the nearest station
Address: 10F, JR HAKATA CITY, 1-1 Hakataeki Chuogai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Map
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15. Hakata Mizutaki Hamadaya

Enjoy authentic mizutaki (chicken hot pot) in a luxurious, modern Japanese setting with attentive service, praised by guests of all ages. The restaurant is perfect for tourists, with staff providing detailed instructions on how to savor the dish. Start with the rich, flavorful broth, then enjoy tender chicken and meatballs, complemented by vegetables infused with the soup. A special vinegar and soy sauce enhances the natural savory taste of each ingredient. To finish, add rice or noodles. Ideal for casual meals or dinners with loved ones.

Hakata Mizutaki Hamadaya

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,300 JPY / [Lunch] 1,300 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from JR [Hakata Station], on the 10th floor of AMU PLAZA HAKATA
Address: 10F, City Dining Kooten, 1-1 Hakataeki Chuogai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka city, Fukuoka Map
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Go ahead and taste all the delicious specialties you can only find in Fukuoka!

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.