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[Complete Fukuoka Yatai Guide] Perfect for beginners! 14 must-see spots in the Tenjin, Hakata, and Nagahama areas
"Yatai" (food stalls) are a Fukuoka food culture beloved by tourists and locals alike.
There are over 100 food stalls operating, mainly in the Tenjin, Nagahama, and Nakasu areas.
For beginners who don't know where to start because there are so many to choose from, we'll introduce ARNE's featured shops in a total of 4 pages!
*Due to weather conditions such as rain or other reasons, the store may suddenly close or change its business hours. Please check in advance.
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[Tenjin/Showa Street Food Stall] Tenjin Food Stall El Bajon
Tenjin Yatai El Bajon opened in October 2021 and serves dishes that the chef, who has traveled to over 30 countries around the world, including the United States, Central and South America, South Asia, and Europe, has encountered and found delicious in each country.
It is a 2-minute walk from Tenjin Station on the Subway Kuko Line, in front of the Bank of Japan Fukuoka Branch.
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The popular "Jerk Chicken" (1,100 yen) is marinated in vegetables and spices to bring out the flavor and tenderness of the meat, then slowly baked until juicy. *The photo shows a half-sized chicken.
The "Pastor Tacos" (2 pieces for 680 yen) have handmade taco shells and taco meat, recreating the taste of the tacos eaten in Mexico.
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The restaurant's appeal lies in its authentic flavors, such as the "Sri Lankan Curry" (1,000 yen) made with 18 different spices, and the three types of "Ajillo" (from 660 yen) that come in "Shrimp and Mushroom," "Gizzard Dash," and "Fluffy Egg."
Other dishes that are unique to Fukuoka include "Hakata Motsupon" and "Yaki Ramen." In winter, instead of tacos, hot dishes such as "Gratin" and "Oden" are available.
Recommended drinks to pair with this dish include Mexico's Corona beer, Chilean grape shochu Pisco, and homemade sangria.
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"We recommend making a reservation so that people who come from far away don't end up saying, 'I wanted to eat that, but...'" says the chef. Enjoy a trip around the world with food at "El Bajon."
<Store Information>
■Tenjin Yatai El Bajon
Address: 4-2-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Business hours: 18:30-23:00
Closed: Irregular holidays, closed in case of rain or bad weather
Peak times: Varies by day
Toilets: Tenjin Underground Mall, nearby convenience stores, etc.
Payment methods: cash, credit card, PayPay
Reservations: Available via Instagram DM
Instagram: @bajon.restaurant_ots (click here）
[Tenjin/Showa Street Food Stall] Manryu
Manryu is a long-established food stall known as the birthplace of mentaiko tamagoyaki.
It is a 2-minute walk from Tenjin Station on the Subway Kuko Line, in front of the Bank of Japan Fukuoka Branch, and next to the Nishitetsu bus stop "Tenjin Bank of Japan 19A".
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When he first opened his food stall 43 years ago, there were no dishes that wrapped Spicy Fish Eggs in egg, so he added "Hakata Spicy Fish Eggs Tamagoyaki" (800 yen), which is a soft, runny egg rolled up in a dramatic way, to the menu.
The large, fluffy cooked egg overflows with Spicy Fish Eggs, sure to grab the heart of any alcohol lover.
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"Dote Miso" is a dish of sweet and spicy horumon seasoned with yuzu pepper. "The secret to its deliciousness is... a secret," so if you visit "Manryuu," this is a dish you should definitely try.
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In addition, the [Oden], which is made with a generous amount of beef tendon stock, has a rich flavor that brings out the sweetness of the meat and vegetables. This will also make you want to have another drink.
This restaurant offers delicious food, alcohol, and a relaxing atmosphere created by the friendly owner and his wife. Once you visit, you'll understand why it has been loved for so many years.
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<Store Information>
■ Manryu
Address: 4-2-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Business hours: 19:00-25:00
Closed: Sundays, Mondays, and when it rains or when the weather is bad
Peak times: Varies by day
Toilets: Nearby convenience stores, etc.
Payment method: Cash only
Reservations: Available by phone (090-3196-6056)
[Tenjin Watanabe Street Food Stall] Tempura Stall Tenichi
It is no exaggeration to say that Tempura stand Tenichi has witnessed the changes that Tenjin has undergone since it was founded in 1962. The previous owner started the business at the age of 27 together with the female owner, and it was handed over to the younger brother of the previous owner, who continues to welcome many customers today.
The location is a 1-minute walk from Exit 11 of Tenjin Station on the Subway Kuko Line. It is in front of the Mitsubishi UFJ Bank Fukuoka Branch.
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The most recommended dish at Tenichi is, without a doubt, the tempura. Apparently, in the past, there were many food stalls that served udon instead of ramen, and the store delivered tempura to nearby udon stalls.
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The tempura, deep-fried crisply at high temperatures using four heat sources, comes in two sets: "Assorted Set A" (1,400 yen), which is an assortment of three shrimp, fish, and vegetables, and "Assorted Set B" (1,100 yen), which is an assortment of two shrimp and vegetables. The contents of each set change depending on what is in stock, so be sure to check them out when you visit.
Image: Ticket Office *The photo shows the "Assorted A Set"
In addition, the "Oden" (150 yen each) is prepared daily and is packed with ingredients such as the standard ingredients, tofu, potato, taro, hanpen (fish cake) added at the request of a customer who came to Fukuoka for work, and maruten (fried tempura), a dish typical of Fukuoka.
At the end of the day, you can stop by for a quick bite of tempura or a bowl of oden flavored with the gentle flavor of bonito stock, and take a moment to relax.
The warmth of Tenichi, a family-run business, attracts a wide range of customers, and in the early hours, families with children visit, as well as local regulars and tourists (check out the restaurant's Instagram). Enjoy a conversation with the proprietress, who says, "The secret to staying healthy is being able to talk to customers at close range."
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<Store Information>
■Tempura stall Tenichi
Address: 1-12-14 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Business hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 18:20-24:00
Closed: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and when it rains or inclement weather
Peak times: Varies by day
Toilets: Public toilets nearby, Tenjin Underground Mall, etc.
Payment method: Cash only
Reservations not accepted
Instagram: @tenpurayatai_tenichi (click here）
[Tenjin Watanabe Street Food Stall] Nakanakanaka
At Nakanakanaka you can enjoy piping hot iron pot dishes, yakitori, a la carte dishes perfect for drinking, and tonkotsu ramen, all accompanied by craft draft beer, which is rare at a food stall.
It is located in front of Fukuoka Mitsukoshi along Watanabedori, a 1-minute walk from Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station.
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The chef's recommendation is the "Iron Pot Juicy Gyoza Bomb" (700 yen).
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The gyoza, which are freshly cooked and served in an iron pan, are juicy and the meat juices overflow when you break the chewy skin. There are also three other types of gyoza: "Mentaiko gyoza" and "Cheese gyoza" (800 yen each).
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Other popular dishes include "Hakata Motsuni Niku" (650 yen), "Mentaiko Cheese Tamagoyaki" (850 yen), and the light and easy-to-eat "Ramen". There are three types of ramen: the basic tonkotsu "Shiro" (700 yen), the spicy tonkotsu "Aka" (800 yen), and the garlic black garlic oil "Kuro" (800 yen). Toppings such as spring onions and kimchi are also available, and you can also get extra noodles. The "Yaki Ramen" (800 yen) shown in the photo is also available.
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The "Craft Draft Beer" (800 yen), which is rare to find at a food stall, changes from time to time, so you'll have something to look forward to every time you visit.
In addition, the drinks menu, titled "What should I drink?", offers about 14 types of cocktails (600 yen each), including not only the classics such as shochu, sake, and highballs, but also gin and tonics and screwdrivers.
As the food and drinks flow, customers also become closer to each other, and head chef Masaki Takano says, "When I see people who have just met enjoying themselves, I'm glad I started the food stall." In fact, the neighboring food stall "Hitotsu Yane no Shita" is run by the head chef's wife. The husband and wife duo have taken over the food stall culture and are helping to liven up the nightlife in Tenjin.
<Store Information>
■Nearly
Address: 2-1-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Business hours: 18:15-24:00
Closed: Irregular holidays, closed in case of rain or bad weather
Peak times: Varies by day
Toilets: Kego Park, Tenjin Bus Center, Tenjin Underground Mall, etc.
Payment methods: Cash, credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, LINE Pay, Merpay, au PAY, etc.
Reservations not accepted
Instagram: @tenjinyatai_nakanakanaka (click here）
