In the bustling area around Hakata Station, the gateway to Fukuoka, we have selected restaurants with an ambiance suitable for various dating scenarios, from casual weekend dates to after-work outings. From casual eateries where one can easily drop in to restaurants offering full-course meals, we introduce a wide variety of places perfect for visiting with a special someone. Enjoy delicious Hakata cuisine and let the conversation flow.
1. Nishijin Hatsuki Kuten Hakata Branch
Enjoy domestic meat, carefully selected by the butcher shop, in shabu-shabu and sukiyaki at the restaurant.
Nishishin Hatsuki, which originated from the long-established butcher shop 'Niku no Benkyoya' founded in 1934, has also opened a branch at 'City Dining Kooten' directly connected to JR Hakata Station. The Wagyu beef sourced from the butcher shop attached to the main restaurant consists exclusively of carefully selected domestic brands. The restaurant's interior is simple and modern, making it perfect for spending time with loved ones, and it also features six spacious private rooms.
The restaurant offers high-quality dishes such as shabu-shabu and sukiyaki, focusing on ingredients like premium Wagyu beef. Guests can enjoy meat along with fresh vegetables from Fukuoka and various parts of Kyushu. The restaurant also boasts a selection of fresh and odorless meat dishes unique to a butcher shop, including "Kumamoto Direct Delivery Special Horse Sashimi." Additionally, they offer a unique menu that differs from the main restaurant.
Nishijin Hatsuki Kuten Hakata Branch
Open:
Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm) Closed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPYAccess:
Located in "City Dining Kuten" on the 10th floor of JR Hakata City. Please take the central elevator.Address:
10F, JR Hakata City Amu Plaza, 1-1, Hakata Station Central District, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka More Details Reservation 2. Sushi Uchio
Enjoy seasonal course meals and the craftsmanship of chefs from across the counter
Located just a 7-minute walk from Hakata Station, Sushi Uchio offers a refined space where one can enjoy the blessings of the season and the craftsmanship of the chef. This exclusive restaurant, with only 8 seats, serves an omakase course meal prepared by the owner. From seasonal sushi to dishes that fully showcase the ingredients' charm without sparing any effort, guests can enjoy the seasonal blessings from various perspectives. Additionally, a selection of carefully chosen Japanese sake and wines from across Japan is available, further enriching this special experience.
The interior of the restaurant is centered around a simple L-shaped counter, accommodating a wide range of uses from business to private. Watching the artisan's skills from across the counter is also a spectacle, captivating all five senses. Why not experience a blissful moment at the counter seats at Sushi Uchio?
Sushi Uchio
Open:
Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)Closed:
Irregular Average price:
[Dinner] 17,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPYAccess:
7-minute walk from Hakata Station on Subway Nanakuma LineAddress:
1F, Rafre Seal Hakata, 4-5-6, Hakata Ekimae, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka More Details Reservation 3. Hakata Wine Brewery Takunoya
Enjoy seasonal dishes and raw wine at a bistro with a sense of openness
Located on the 10th floor of HAKATA CITY KOOTEN, directly connected to JR Hakata Station, Hakata Wine Brewery Takano-ya is a bistro with an attractive open-air terrace seating. They offer a variety of wines that emphasize pairing with seasonal ingredients primarily from Kyushu and Fukuoka, all at reasonable prices. In the 'Barrel-Released Fresh Wine Tasting Set', one can taste the barrel-released fresh wines brewed at Hakata Wine Brewery Takano-ya JRJP restaurant. You can compare the tastes, and since these wines are unfiltered and unpasteurized, you can enjoy a flavor not found in bottled wines.
The interior of the restaurant is open and comfortable, creating a welcoming space that is ideal for a variety of occasions such as company banquets, girls' gatherings, and family meals. Why not try some special wine and exquisite cuisine at Hakata Wine Brewery Takanoya?
HAKATA winery Takanoya
Open:
11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)Closed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPYAccess:
Directly-connected to JR [Hakata Station]! On the 10th floor of JR HAKATA CITY AMU PLAZA HAKATAAddress:
1-1 Hakataeki Chuogai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka city, Fukuoka More Details Reservation 4.L'ECAILLER OYSTER BAR
Enjoy fresh oysters in various stylesEnjoy fresh oysters in various styles
Located directly connected to Hakata Station on the 10th floor of Amu Plaza Hakata, L'ECAILLER OYSTER BAR is a casual oyster bar where one can enjoy fresh oysters in various styles. The restaurant offers a variety of menu items including raw oysters, grilled oysters, and other dishes featuring oysters. A particularly recommended dish is the "L'ECAILLER L'ECAILLER Plate", a luxurious plate that allows one to savor four types of oysters at once: selected raw oysters, marinated oysters, seared oysters, and sesame oysters. Additionally, the restaurant boasts an extensive selection of wines, including the original house wine "CACCCI" and various bottled wines.
The restaurant features not only spacious and comfortable table seating but also counter seats, allowing small groups to enjoy their meals casually. Available from lunchtime through dinner, why not spend a special time at Le Cahier with fresh oysters and delicious wine?
L'ECAILLER OYSTER BAR
Open:
11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)Closed:
IrregularAverage price:
[Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPYAccess:
Take an elevator from the Central Exit of JR [Hakata Station] to the 10th floor, then on your rightAddress:
10F, JR HAKATA CITY, 1-1 Hakataeki Chuogai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka More Details Reservation 5. Tokyo Ebisu Kushitei Hakata Kuten
A specialty restaurant where one can enjoy freshly fried skewers made with seasonal ingredients.
Located in 'City Dining Kooten' at JR Hakata City, this specialty kushikatsu restaurant features a chic and calm interior dominated by brown tones, where guests can leisurely enjoy freshly fried skewers. The counter seats, offering a thrilling up-close experience, are perfect for dates. The restaurant also provides table seating and private rooms, accommodating various occasions.
The restaurant offers two main options: "Omakase", where the chef provides skewered deep-fried dishes made with seasonal ingredients and carefully selected produce in a recommended order, and "Okimari", a luxurious course that includes a variety of carefully chosen ingredients and popular skewered deep-fried dishes, starting from appetizers to rice dishes and desserts. A selection of wines including red, white, and sparkling, which pair well with the skewered dishes, is also available.
Tokyo Ebisu Kushitei Hakata Kuten
Open:
11:00 am - 10:00 pmClosed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 5,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPYAccess:
1 minute walk from JR [Hakata Station], on the 9th floor of AMU PLAZA HAKATAAddress:
9F, City Dining Kooten, 1-1 Hakataeki Chuogai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka city, Fukuoka More Details Reservation
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.