It was a weeknight evening. After finishing work in Ebino City, I decided to stop by the office for the first time in a while. I met with some acquaintances, had dinner, and then planned to head back home. It was getting late, so my options were limited. On my way to Hakata Station, I found a seafood-focused restaurant that I love, so I quickly searched on Tabelog to check out the menu. But... the prices were... quite high... almost double what they used to be. I understand that in these times, the cost of catching fish has also increased due to rising fuel prices. I want to support them, but on this day, I wanted a more affordable dinner. I had to give up on that place. Then I remembered there was a Matsuya nearby. I thought they might have some limited-time menu items, so I decided to go there. I walked there and arrived around 9:10 PM. There were only two customers in the restaurant, sitting at tables and counter seats. I was about to buy a meal ticket from the ticket machine in the restaurant when the staff was operating it. I waited in line, but was told to take a seat and order when the staff noticed me. I sat at the empty counter seat, and a staff member brought me the menu. Unfortunately, they only had regular menu items, and they could only accept cash. I wanted to pay with a cashless method, but I had to accept it. I ordered the Thick-Cut Pork Yakiniku Set from the regular menu and chose the extra-large rice option. Since it was self-service, I went to get some tea. I received the receipt and waited for my number to appear on the panel. After about 10 minutes, my number was displayed, so I went to pick up my order. The rice portion was quite generous. There were three sauces on the table: barbecue, sweet, and ponzu. I decided to try all of them. I drizzled barbecue sauce on the yakiniku and took a bite. The yakiniku was thick but tender, and the barbecue sauce was flavorful. The sweet sauce was a bit milder, while the ponzu had a slight acidity that was refreshing. I continued eating with the barbecue sauce. The miso soup had seaweed, tofu, and fried tofu in it. The salad mainly consisted of cabbage, with carrots, cucumbers, and corn. Normally, I would use sesame dressing, but at Matsuya, I used French dressing, which brought back memories from my high school days. The rice went well with the yakiniku, and I finished everything with ease. It would have been nice to have more menu options to choose from at the ticket machine... but it couldn't be helped due to the timing. This meal cost me 700 yen, which I think is quite reasonable. After finishing my meal, I left the restaurant immediately to head back home.

I had an early lunch near Hakata Station and stopped by Matsuya on my way to Canal City Hakata. I bought a meal ticket for the new menu item, the Kalbi grilled beef set for 630 yen, and sat at a table. Since it was before 11 am on a weekday, there were hardly any customers at first, but more and more Asian customers started to arrive. I was called in about 5 minutes. I topped the cabbage with plenty of sesame dressing and the Kalbi with plenty of barbecue sauce, and enjoyed the meal.

Finally arrived at Hakata Station. It must have been about 4 or 5 years since I last visited. I dropped off my luggage at the hotel and headed straight into the city. There are plenty of delicious restaurants and famous eateries in Hakata, but embarrassingly, I don't have any specific places in mind (I'm alone and trying to save money...). I decided to go to Matsuya. The reason is simple - I wanted to eat rice, just the right amount, have some warm miso soup, and eat lots of pickled ginger. That's it.

Had breakfast with coworkers!! It's been a while since I last posted. The taste was average!! But it's great that they are open 24 hours⭐ This time I ordered the morning set meal!! The side dish was natto!! I should have just ordered the beef bowl after all... Thank you for the meal!

For a quick lunch during a busy workday, I chose "Matsuya Hakata Ekimae" as a speed lunch option. Located about a 10-minute walk from Hakata Station Hakata Exit towards Canal City along Hakata Ekimae Street. When I entered, it was already past 12:30, so there weren't too many customers, and I decided it was a good time to go. I checked the menu at the entrance ticket machine! Along with the familiar beef bowl and set menu, there was a menu for Matsuya's recently focused curry specialty "My Curry Dining". So I decided to order the spinach and pork cutlet curry for 630 yen. Lately, when your order number is called, you have to go to the counter to pick up your food. It took a little longer than usual for the curry to be ready. When I went to pick it up, they had also added extra Fukujinzuke on the side. The pork cutlet curry was served on a large plate, with the cutlet not yet covered in curry sauce, maintaining its crispy texture. The pork cutlet was delicious, and while the curry wasn't outstanding, it had a homemade taste. The combination of the cutlet and curry worked well together. I ordered the spinach and pork cutlet curry on purpose, but a regular pork cutlet curry would be just as tasty. It's a good option for a speed lunch. Thank you for the meal.

I visited Matsuya in Fukuoka out of necessity, as I don't usually go to chain restaurants. Matsuya is actually not a nationwide chain, it's not even in Miyazaki. When it's nearby, I can go anytime, but when it's not available, I suddenly crave it. They didn't have Goro Chiki anymore, so I opted for the safe choice of Negi-Tama Gyudon. I like that it comes with a half-cooked egg. The Kochujang sauce may be a bit strong, but it tastes good when you eat it occasionally.

This time we visited Matsuya Hakata Ekimae store located at 3-30-29 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City. We had lunch there. We were a bit short on time, but with just 5 minutes to spare, we quickly bought a ticket from the machine and got the beef bowl for 320 yen, which came with miso soup. The cost performance was excellent. It was a lifesaver. Thank you for the meal.

Tonight, I went for a walk near Hakata Station to find dinner! I was in the mood for ramen, but I was drawn to a limited-time menu item instead. The restaurant had dividers at the counter and tables for COVID-19 measures. I ordered the limited-time garlic soy sauce grilled beef rice set with miso soup from the ticket machine next to the entrance. The staff were busy and it seemed like they were short-handed, but my order arrived within 5 minutes. The beef in the dish was slightly tough, possibly due to being grilled, and the garlic flavor was not overpowering. The seasoning overall was a bit light for my taste, and I felt like the regular beef rice would have been better. I enjoyed the added miso soup and felt warm and satisfied. It seems like sticking to the standard menu items might be the way to go.

I still have time before the movie. The McDonald's at the canal had a long line, so I gave up... I didn't want to drink coffee because I didn't want to have to go to the bathroom in the middle of the movie. I decided to look for a restaurant instead. Matsuya was nearby, so I remembered that! Since it was still morning, I chose the mini beef bowl! I don't have a good impression of set meals (/o＼), but the mini beef bowl was just the right size. However, today the cold onions bothered me. The meat was warm, but why were the onions cold... f(^_^;) Well, it's fine... Thank you for the meal.

I went to Matsuya Hakata Ekimae store on October 16, 2020 (Friday). This national chain restaurant is serving a popular lunch menu. Among the 16 stores in Fukuoka city, I chose this one. The lunch menu that caught my attention is the Matsuya's Steak Bowl, which is part of the Matsuya group. Until October 20th, you can get a free extra serving of rice. I chose the regular size with Japanese sauce for 750 yen. I received the Beef Steak Bowl (regular size) for 750 yen. The bowl comes with minced onions, carrots, and bell peppers. When I spread out the stacked steak, it looked like it was about to overflow from the bowl due to the generous portion. The steak was tender and had a slight garlic flavor, which was delicious. However, there was too much steak and not enough rice, so I recommend getting the extra serving of rice. The restaurant is located at 3-30-29 Hakata Ekimae, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City. They are open every day.

When I couldn't resist the urge to eat on my way home near Hakata Station, I found a convenient option. While there is no Matsuya, there is a Yoshinoya nearby. Since it was hot, I opted for a refreshing grated ponzu sauce beef bowl. I added some fresh vegetables for a healthier choice. The ponzu sauce gave it a refreshing taste, making it a perfect combination for summer. The miso soup that came with the beef bowl made me feel like I got a good deal.

After drinking in Hakata, I stopped by Matsuya for some gyudon as a final meal. I wanted both curry and gyudon, so I ordered the curry gyudon. I placed an egg on top of the beef and enjoyed it as gyudon, then focused on the curry. This way of eating is truly the best.

I ordered the regular new release of the founding beef curry large serving set and the ton teki a la carte! The founding beef curry has beef that melts and crumbles, with a sweeter taste than the original curry at first. Later on, you can slightly feel the spices, and it's actually quite delicious. However, the boiled egg was cold, so I could do without it. As for the ton teki, it wasn't as tender as I expected, with a stronger crispy texture. It might be easier to understand if they described it as thick-cut pork steak with garlic soy sauce flavor.

After drinking, I had some gyudon (beef bowl)! It's not great, not great at all. When you're a foodie and you drink, your stomach just feels so full haha. This place on the way home. The staff are consistently foreigners. The gyudon is a regular size! And only 320 yen! So cheap! So fast! Not that tasty though! It's a bit dry - maybe because the meat quality is cheap. But it's understandable. The broth is lacking? There are some doubts about the overall quality of the dish. But hey, it comes with miso soup so it's not bad, right? Drunk people don't really care what they eat (laughs).

"Is there vinegar in this? [Beef curry regular size 500 yen, raw vegetables 110 yen] Good morning! I originally grew up in the Kanto region, so when it comes to beef bowls, it was either Yoshinoya or Matsuya for me. In Fukuoka, Yoshinoya and Sukiya dominated, but since I moved to Fukuoka 17 years ago, Matsuya has been growing in number, which is great. I always used to just pass by this Matsuya, but finally, I made my first visit here. Now, as we all know, Matsuya's beef bowls are on the sweeter side and the taste can be divisive, but the fact that miso soup is included is a plus for me, so as a junk food-loving guy, I couldn't help but be drawn in. This time, I decided to try the curry that I had been curious about - the beef curry. I had heard or read somewhere that Matsuya's curry is spicy and incredibly delicious, so I was excited and eagerly waiting like an impatient dog, panting, as I struggled with the confusing ticket machine to purchase my salad and curry tickets. After waiting for what felt like 2-3 minutes, though I may have forgotten, the dish was ready. Visually, it looked spicy and rich, but as soon as I took a bite... Oh no!! What is this?? It's sour. It's really sour. The spiciness is decent and it's somewhat spicy, but overall... it's sour!! It's far from the acidity of tomatoes or anything like that, what did they put in this? Vinegar? Huh? It's so different that it's almost too much to even think about, a flavor from another dimension. Beef? Whatever you pair with this curry is meaningless - it's just salty and sour. Did it get overcooked? I can't even figure out what I'm eating anymore... Matsuya, this is just not right... I'm convinced that when it comes to junk food curry, Sukiya is the way to go, as I reluctantly finished my meal. In a daze. Thank you for the meal. Who was it that programmed Matsuya curry into my brain... The taste score for the curry... DEATH"

My Curry Dining is connected to another store, but there is only one ticket vending machine, so there was a line near the entrance. However, there were many counter seats and tables available, so it was faster to order with mobile.

When I ordered a small size, they also reduced the amount of curry roux. This restaurant is stingy.

"Beef bowl for dinner on 2019-08. Thank you for the delicious meal."

Around Hakata Station, there are surprisingly few places where you can easily enter late at night, but this place is open and lively. Having gyudon instead of ramen as a late-night meal isn't a bad idea either! (^^)

Ji: Good meat but poorly seasoned. Matsu: Bad meat but well seasoned. The ticket machine at this place is complex and geared towards enthusiasts. It can be difficult for foreigners or elderly people to follow. If the aim is to have customers tap on the high-priced items that appear first, then I think it's not ideal. It would be more intelligent to make it clear and easy to understand for everyone, even monkeys. PS: I tried putting plenty of red pickled ginger and shichimi on egg over rice. Hmm? The taste seems familiar, yes, it's like gyudon! A chance discovery. Please try it when you're short on cash.