In the Daimyo district of Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, there is a shop called "Ikedaya" that serves a specialty of Hakata, "cooked gyoza," as its signature menu item. According to the official Facebook page of "Hakata Cooked Gyoza Ikedashoten Group," the dish was created by the owner of Ikeda Washaburo Shoten. The gyoza is cooked in a milky soup base made from chicken bones and pork bones, with a special chewy skin and a filling that includes charcoal-grilled local chicken for added flavor. You can enjoy not only the gyoza but also the soup until the end, by adding champon noodles or turning it into porridge. The first shop, "Hakata Cooked Gyoza Ikedashoten," was opened in Hirao, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City in 2004, and the shop visited this time, "Hakata Cooked Gyoza Ikedaya," is the second shop that opened in 2005, renovated from an old house from the Taisho era. Based on the information from the official Facebook page, it is not clear if "Ikedawashaburo Shoten" and "Hakata Cooked Gyoza Ikedashoten" are separate shops or if they are the same shop that has been renovated. In addition to these two shops, there are other shops in the Ikedashoten group, such as "Ikesaburo" and "Ikepon." The Ikedashoten group also operates various other food and beverage establishments, such as "Warabino Group," which includes "Warabino Tea Room" and "Harumaya Sea and Mountain Products." "Cooked gyoza" is not limited to Hakata, as there are shops outside Fukuoka Prefecture, in Tokyo, Osaka, Aichi, and other areas, offering this dish, spreading Hakata's specialty nationwide. The "Hakata Cooked Gyoza Ikedaya" visited this time is about a 7-minute walk from Akasaka Station. Parking is available at a nearby coin parking lot. Finding the shop location was quite challenging, even with the help of Google Maps. Finally, after passing by it, I discovered that the entrance was just a wooden door without any sign or indication of the shop name. Despite the initial hesitation, we entered and were guided normally, and after checking the menu, we ordered two servings of "cooked gyoza" and a drink of oolong tea. The "cooked gyoza" was served in a bubbling pot of soup. The skin was thick and chewy, the filling had a higher proportion of meat, with a light taste from the chicken, and a unique smoky aroma from the charcoal-grilled chicken. The soup was rich and slightly tangy, which complemented the gyoza well. There were condiments on the table, one of which was a spicy miso and the other was a mysterious black paste, which turned out to be yuzu pepper, containing bamboo charcoal. Both condiments were delicious, especially the yuzu pepper, which paired perfectly with the gyoza. Although we had eaten dinner before visiting the shop, the gyoza was surprisingly filling, and we couldn't enjoy the noodles or porridge at the end. We were so impressed by the deliciousness of the cooked gyoza that we plan to revisit the shop again.

I visited after a long time. It used to be a hidden gem where you couldn't even find the entrance, but now they have a sign along the street, so it's easy to locate. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is lovely. - Appetizer: Jellyfish and spicy cod roe. It's crunchy and delicious. - Halibut sashimi with ponzu sauce: Thick slices with a satisfying texture. - Vinegary tripe: It has a fun texture and goes well with shochu. - Tomato slices: Light and classic. - Grilled pork intestines stuffed with burdock: Juicy and satisfying, but quite rich. - Boiled dumplings: Served bubbling hot. The soy sauce flavor seems stronger now compared to before. - Noodles in soup to finish: Thin noodles in a tasty soup. The boiled dumplings were delicious after a long time. The seating is spacious, making it a fun place to drink.

There is no signboard, so you might pass by, but once you enter, you will find a spacious, calming interior with a wooden design. The recommended dish is boiled dumplings, but personally, I prefer the regular fried dumplings. The restaurant has a stylish atmosphere with large portions and prices to match. If you discover it on a date without a signboard, it would be quite exciting.

Visited with a colleague with the purpose of trying the boiled dumplings and sea urchin and salmon roe topped egg. The interior of the restaurant had high ceilings and spacious seating, creating a great sense of openness. The dishes we ordered were delicious and met our expectations. It was a bit disappointing that the staff seemed somewhat curt in their interactions, but I would consider revisiting in the future.

I visited a famous izakaya in Fukuoka known for its steamed dumplings. The location was in the Daimyo area, but the restaurant was hard to find. It was tucked away in a narrow alley with no sign outside. I navigated cautiously using a map and finally arrived at a wooden door. I hesitantly opened the door and confirmed it was Ikedaya. The interior was spacious with about 12 tables on the ground floor and a second floor for private parties and restrooms. The menu mainly consisted of dishes that pair well with alcohol, offering a variety of beers, shochu, and sake. We ordered a few items that caught our eye. The appetizer included marinated tuna and flounder, served in small dishes with different types for each person. We also ordered tripe, steamed dumplings, stuffed grilled intestines with burdock, spinach omelette salad, and chewy bamboo tofu. Everything we tried was delicious, with the steamed dumplings being a standout. Overall, it was a fun and interesting hidden gem with a playful atmosphere.

I checked for availability on the same day. It's hidden in a narrow alley, and I was thinking if this is the building I saw in the photo. There was no sign, so I passed by once and then came back. Just this made me happy already. They serve whale sashimi! I had it after a long time. Isn't it rare in Fukuoka? The potato salad with wasabi leaves was a nice touch. It could be a good snack with drinks. Just the wasabi leaves alone are good. The grilled grated yam was also something I haven't seen on the menu often. The crispy pig's feet were delicious. I wonder if they fried or grilled it? The seasoning was just right. The boiled dumplings in soup were gentle. The filling of the dumplings had a nice aroma of grilled meat. Interesting. For the finale, I had both noodles and rice. I think I prefer rice. I had it with condiments like bamboo charcoal yuzu pepper and spicy miso (with garlic). Thank you for the meal.

A popular restaurant in the back alleys of a famous street, renovated from an old folk house. The broth is delicious, but the gyoza is so-so. The prices are a bit high. Overall, it seems more trendy than anything else.

I heard about a dish called "sui gyoza" in Hakata and decided to come here. The atmosphere was calm and I liked that you could order just for one person. The sui gyoza was indeed delicious. The rice porridge at the end was also tasty. However, the other dishes didn't quite match my taste from the first bite of the appetizer. But the staff were very kind. Even though there were only two of us, they happily served us a hot pot for one person and accommodated my request to have the egg removed with a smile. It seemed like a place targeted towards a younger crowd. The sui gyoza was delicious. I especially enjoyed the soup. It was affordable, and after enjoying the crispy sui gyoza, we moved on to our next stop.

Located in a quiet area in a prestigious neighborhood, this hidden gem has no signboard. Their signature dish, the boiled dumplings, is cooked in a hot iron pot and served piping hot. It's so delicious! Perfect for this cold weather, slurping up the boiled dumplings is a real treat! And a must-try is... Yuzu pepper! The combination of the sweet filling and yuzu pepper is amazing! I could eat this forever! I ended my meal with champon noodles, which I thought would be like motsunabe, but it turned out more like ramen, with the soup and noodles blending into a ramen-like flavor. I loved the broth from the boiled dumplings, so next time I want to try the rice porridge! The potato salad with leaf wasabi was also delicious, with the leaf wasabi adding a nice touch. I can't wait to visit again while it's still cold outside and warm up with the boiled dumplings at this hidden gem, Ikedaya.

Next, in response to my request, if it's your first visit to #Ikedaya and there is no signboard, you might get lost as it's a hidden gem of a restaurant with a fantastic atmosphere. The specialty here is definitely the boiled dumplings. The broth and the dumplings themselves are incredibly delicious! - Boiled dumplings (1 serving) 900 yen - "Shime" champon (noodle dish) 350 yen - Quail egg-stuffed chicken wings (1 piece) 350 yen - Grilled gobo (burdock root) stuffed with small intestines 950 yen Every dish is wonderful and tasty, but I particularly enjoy the quail egg-stuffed chicken wings. Finally, you can have boiled dumplings in a hot pot with champon noodles, and if you ask, you can also have both porridge and champon! It had been two years since my last visit, but it was delicious. I'm on Instagram. @gen0314. Please check it out if you'd like!

I visited after a long time. The simmered gyoza was delicious. We started with beer, sesame mackerel, and tamagoyaki. Everything was tasty and reasonably priced. We ordered gyoza for the number of people. The dish that arrived was huge! We ate while it was still piping hot. The pork bone-style soup was delicious. We all drank up the soup, so when we ordered noodles for the finish, the soup was replenished. It was much appreciated. Overall, we were satisfied, but once we finished the noodles, all the plates were quickly cleared, giving us a hint to leave. Maybe simmered gyoza is good for this season. Thank you for the meal!

I visited without a reservation. They kindly made a seat for me for a casual drink until the reserved customers arrived. I ordered a serving of steamed dumplings and uni and ikura topped with half-cooked egg, both were delicious. To finish off the meal, I ordered champon. It was all delicious and I finished within the allotted time. Thank you for the meal.

In Fukuoka's Daimyo area, there is a hidden gem restaurant called "Ikedaya". If you are going there for the first time, you might have trouble finding the entrance haha. The interior of the restaurant is a spacious renovated old house, and most of the seats were already taken. It is recommended to make a reservation before going there! Be sure to order the "boiled gyoza". I had never tried boiled gyoza before, so it was a fresh experience for me. The gyoza was simmered in a pot with a mixture of tonkotsu and paitan soup. The chewy gyoza was delicious! The champon noodles for the finale were also amazing. Thank you for the meal.

The boiled dumplings I had here were really delicious. When I come to Hakata, I want to eat delicious food. I went to Ikedaya for the second time. The boiled dumplings here are really delicious. Items eaten: - Wasabi greens potato salad - Pig's feet - Boiled dumplings - Champon Really delicious!!!

When I come to Fukuoka, there are too many restaurants I want to visit. It's so hard to decide. Speaking of Hakata gyoza, if you thought of Tekkanabe Gyoza, you're right. The boiled gyoza is also delicious! What I had: - Sesame mackerel - Boiled gyoza (6 pieces per serving) - Pig's foot The soup of the boiled gyoza is tasty. I wanted to finish with champon, but it's just the first round. Next time for sure!

I went to Ikedaya for the first time in a long time. It's been about 20 years, I think. My partner said it's become so popular now that it's considered a specialty of Fukuoka. The boiled dumplings were amazing. The cozy, hidden gem vibe is what stood out to me. The excitement leading up to the entrance was great. The broth in the boiled dumplings was delicious, though a bit strong. I finished with champon noodles and left feeling full!

◉ Genre: Izakaya, Gyoza ◉ Area: Daimyo area, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City ◉ Access: 5-minute walk from Akasaka subway station ◉ Parking: Not available (coin parking nearby) ◉ Credit card payment: Not accepted ◉ Number of visits: First visit ◉ Number of reviews: 1st review On this day, I decided to visit "Ikedaya" on a whim. ◇ Exterior and Interior This izakaya is located in the Daimyo area of Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City. It is the second branch of the "Ikeda Washaburou Shoten" which has multiple locations. The exterior resembles a renovated old folk house, giving off a traditional vibe. The interior also has a rustic feel, like stepping into a large old country house. The restaurant is non-smoking inside, with ashtrays available outside. ◇ Seating The first floor has table seating, while the second floor has tatami seating. The tables are long, so when there are few customers, you may end up sharing a table. ◇ Menu Structure The menu is divided into regular items and recommended items. The selection is limited, making it easy to order. The regular menu includes chicken, beef, pork dishes, and appetizers. Of course, they also offer boiled gyoza. I ordered the following: - Boiled Gyoza (700 yen) Since I was already full when I arrived, I ordered this as a finishing touch. The gyoza here is only boiled, not fried. The skin is chewy and can absorb a lot of soup, which is a blend of chicken and pork bones. The gyoza is topped with plenty of green onions, and the filling, made by grilling chicken over charcoal, has a unique light taste. However, on this day, the filling had a strong charcoal flavor... The side dishes included red chili pepper and bamboo charcoal black yuzu pepper. The red chili pepper was delicious, but personally, I also enjoyed the black yuzu pepper! However, the strong charcoal flavor in the filling that day made the addition of bamboo charcoal... The meal ended with an extra order of champon noodles, leaving me feeling fully satisfied once again! ◆ Strong Points Enjoying boiled gyoza in a traditional setting. ◆ Service The service was efficient. ◆ Conclusion It had been a while since I had boiled gyoza, and for some reason, I found the ones at Hakata Station's Chikushi Exit to be more delicious. There doesn't seem to be a big difference, but that's just my personal preference. Thank you for the meal.

I had been curious about this restaurant for a while! Visited for the first time with a friend!! It's a restaurant that specializes in boiled dumplings!! It was a bit different from what I imagined, but it was delicious!! The menu is extensive and the restaurant was bustling!! Great value for the price!! Thank you for the meal! I will definitely go again!

Second time visiting! I used to underestimate boiled dumplings because I'm all about pan-fried dumplings. Sorry, but the boiled dumplings were incredibly delicious!!!! I thought they had a unique flavor, and it turns out they are cooked with charcoal-grilled local chicken. I didn't notice that, but it's interesting! The wings had whole quails in them, and the pig feet were melt-in-your-mouth tender. Not only the boiled dumplings, but other side dishes are also enjoyable! Perfect for parties or dates. As the closing time approached, the staff's cold glances and the strong aura of wanting to leave quickly were noticeable, so it's best to eat and leave promptly. ( ^ _ ^ ) b Thank you for the meal.

The boiled dumplings are delicious! I visited this cozy izakaya located in a quiet residential area for the first time because I wanted to eat one of Fukuoka's specialties, boiled dumplings! The atmosphere is lovely, slightly away from the lively cityscape. The boiled dumplings and sesame mackerel were both very delicious! The table seats are spacious and well-spaced, so it's safe even during this season.

At a water-cooked dish restaurant recommended by my senior who worked in Fukuoka, not only the water-cooked dish is delicious, but also the fish and side dishes are amazing! I would recommend it to tourists, and if you work in Fukuoka, I think you would visit quite frequently. #Ikedaya #Fukuoka #Hakata #Akasaka #boiled dumplings