Hakata's famous Mizutaki. I often make a casual version of Mizutaki at home, but this was my first time having a proper Mizutaki at a restaurant! I had the "Hana Course" for 4,700 yen. First, we were served "Okiuto". The guests next to us, who seemed to be from Kansai, asked, "What is Okiuto?" which made me chuckle. Next, we had a stylish appetizer platter with three different dishes. Then, we had Hana Ajitataki (chicken sashimi), small side dishes, and finally, the main dish, Mizutaki. A pot of soup was brought to our table. The soup was cloudy white, and at first, I thought there was nothing in it, but I could faintly see some meat in the soup. (Note: You first eat this meat, and then they add more later). I was worried that the soup wasn't hot enough, but I was wrong. The heat conductivity was impressive, and once the fire was lit, the soup quickly started boiling, and the scum rose to the surface. The staff skillfully removed the scum and poured the soup into a bowl, added green onions, and told us to taste the soup first. The soup was hot but delicious, and the chicken meat was tender and tasty. It was completely different from the chicken meat I usually buy. Chicken meatballs and liver were added, which surprised me a bit. Then came the vegetables and tofu. Oh, so it's cabbage, not Chinese cabbage. For the finishing touch, we could choose between rice or Champon noodles, and I chose rice. They made it into a porridge for us. For dessert, we had pudding. It had a slightly bitter caramel taste, perfect for adults. It was a weekday, but the restaurant was bustling with businessmen on business trips, and it made me realize that life was slowly returning to normal. It was my first time having Mizutaki, and it was a feast.

The water hot pot in Hakata was amazing, with a rich broth full of collagen and tender meat. The final rice porridge was made by the staff, and they were very efficient. Even when I thought I couldn't eat anymore, once it was ready, I couldn't resist. The pudding at the end is a must-have dessert!

We went as a family. At first, I thought all sukiyaki places were the same, but this was the most delicious sukiyaki I have ever eaten! The ingredients were fresh and substantial, very satisfying. I am very happy! My mother usually doesn't feel like eating hot pot outside, but she really liked it and even bought the sukiyaki broth to take home. The whole family was pleased, and we will definitely go back again.

I ate until I was full.

Sukiyaki Taste Course with Sesame, Kanpachi, Hana-mai, and Koda Rokugo

The 4700 yen hot pot course was worth it. The hot pot itself was 3000 yen, half the price of Iroha's, but just as delicious. The fried chicken was amazing. It cost 21000 yen for three friends.

The cost performance is excellent. I am completely satisfied.

I ordered the chicken tempura set meal. It came with salad, soup, and dessert for 880 yen. The taste was okay. It's close by, so I would use it for everyday dining.

The sukiyaki was delicious. I wanted more quantity.

This restaurant has locations nationwide, and I think it's a great place for a casual gathering. Although we mistakenly went to a different branch this time and had to move because the reservation was off, the staff handled it very well. The food, including the dashimaki tamago, candied sweet potatoes, and of course the mizutaki hot pot, is recommended for those who have never tried it before. While there may be better places for mizutaki alone, this restaurant offers a consistently delicious experience for everyone, including the a la carte menu.

When it comes to Hakata, it's all about Mizutaki, so I went to Fukuoka for the first time to eat Mizutaki. I made a reservation online in advance. The restaurant had a very elegant atmosphere, with all rooms being private rooms. This time, I tried the "Taste Course." First, two small dishes were served. One was Okyuto and the other was homemade mentaiko. It was my first time eating Okyuto... it had a flat, chewy texture similar to Tokoten. The homemade mentaiko had just the right amount of spiciness and was delicious, perfect as a beer snack. Next, the "Kabamidori Ham and Parent Bird Tataki" was served. The ham had a nice amount of salt and was very tender and delicious. The parent bird tataki was served with homemade ponzu sauce, and it was also delicious. Then, the Mizutaki soup was brought out. I was recommended to start with the soup with green onions. When I took a sip of the cloudy soup, the umami flavor of the chicken broth was amazing. I added a little salt to season it, and it was incredibly delicious. Next, I had the chicken pieces that had been simmered in the soup for a while. The meat was incredibly tender and had no odor, it was also very delicious chicken meat. This is what they call the famous Hanami-dori... Then the waitress skillfully added dumplings to remove any impurities. I was told to add vegetables, so I quickly added some vegetables and simmered them... the dumplings were plump, tender, and juicy, and incredibly delicious. Fukuoka's famous delicious Mizutaki is like this... My previous concept of Mizutaki has been completely shattered. Finally, I chose between noodles or zosui, and I chose zosui. The waitress quickly made it for me. The zosui, full of flavor, was also very delicious. The "Taste Course" included two small dishes, Kabamidori Ham and Parent Bird Tataki, Kabamidori Mizutaki, Egg Zosui or Champon Noodles, and pickles, all for 3300 yen. I was worried about the amount of food in the six-course meal, but everything was delicious and quite filling. I want to go again with my daughter next time. Thank you for the delicious Mizutaki meal!

In Fukuoka where snow is falling lightly, I had a New Year's party with customers. We ordered the second from the bottom course and a bottle of Akane Kirishima as the locals said it was more than enough. Starting with the appetizer, the chicken prosciutto (which comes with the second from the bottom course) was delicious. It seemed like it would go well with any type of alcohol. Even without Kyushu fish, I wouldn't complain as long as this is here. We asked the staff to bring us the Mizutaki right away, and the soup we tasted first was delicious. I don't go to Mizutaki specialty shops often, but I think the taste of the Mizutaki at Hanamidori is rich. Depending on the shop, some are extremely thin, and others may overcook to bring out the umami, resulting in a smell. This shop provides a balance that appeals to everyone, so I think it's a place where you can use it with peace of mind even with a large group. However, it's a bit disappointing that this branch is a bit small and the seating is somewhat narrow (I don't think this applies to all branches). But I would like to use this and other branches again. Thank you for the meal.

Today I had a social gathering in Hakata. It's been a long time since I had Mizutaki (chicken hot pot). The last time I had it was around 2002 at a restaurant near Kyoto's Nanzen-ji Temple. It was quite expensive back then, around 7000 yen per person just for the Mizutaki. A pot with cloudy soup would be served, and first, you would put a little salt in a small cup and then pour the cloudy soup in. The remaining soup would be used to cook the ingredients in the pot. I don't remember if we had porridge at the end. Today's meal included several appetizers before the hot pot, all for 7000 yen. It also included all-you-can-drink, so in terms of cost performance, it was definitely better than Kyoto. The hot pot had a delicious broth and the finale was Champon noodles, which were perfect after drinking. However, when comparing it to Kyoto, the soup was different. Kyoto's soup is creamy and has a rich umami flavor. If I were to compare it to Nagasaki Champon, this place would be like the soup from Osaka's Chuokken, while Kyoto would be like the soup from the famous Nagasaki restaurant Eiraku. Unfortunately, the Kyoto restaurant I visited closed down shortly after my visit. It's a shame that even though they served authentic food, they couldn't find customers who were willing to pay the price for such deliciousness. It goes to show that even if you serve high-quality food, if customers don't see the value in paying a high price, the business will fail.

In May 2017, I arrived at Fukuoka Airport after 6 pm and headed straight to the meeting place restaurant. The easy access to Hakata Station via the subway was convenient. The restaurant specializes in Mizutaki, which I tried for the first time. I started by ordering individual dishes and enjoying them with beer. I had Mizutaki Karaage, Grilled Parent Bird Thigh, Grilled Seseri with Green Onions, and Mentaiko Takana. Everything was delicious and paired well with beer. After feeling a bit full, I ordered the Mizutaki. Starting with bite-sized pieces, followed by liver, tsukune, and more, everything was tasty. The flavors of the chicken were rich, leading to the finale of zosui. While champon was an option, rice was recommended, and it was indeed a refined and delicious choice. I thoroughly enjoyed the Mizutaki in Kyushu. Thank you for the meal.

The low score is not clear whether it is because the restaurant is not the main one, the seasoning is not well adjusted, or the service is lacking. It is a really delicious restaurant. The water hot pot served at the beginning of the course is delicious, as well as the unique orange vinegar and homemade spicy pickled vegetables. You don't need to order the spicy pickled vegetables separately as they come with the course. The unnecessary items are the Maroni-chan just to fill up customers and the dried yuba just for a sense of luxury. Yuba loses its soybean fragrance in the soup's aroma.

I had my first experience of eating Mizutaki (chicken hot pot) in my life! I was feeling nervous and excited as I visited the Hanamidori Hakata Ekimae restaurant. Although the main seats were full, I was guided to a location a bit further away. The restaurant is located a 10-minute walk from Hakata Station at 3-3-12 Hakata Ekimae, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City. Despite visiting around 8 pm, the restaurant was bustling with customers, showing that it is indeed a popular spot. Now, what is the specialty chicken breed "Hanamidori"? The founder, Yoshio Kawazu, started selling chicken meat and realized that the key to deliciousness lies in the chicken itself. He personally engaged in raising chickens, and this led to the birth of the current "Hanamidori." These chickens are carefully raised in a chicken house filled with clear air and plenty of sunlight. They are fed a special feed made by fermenting seaweed, herbs, etc., with rice bran and soybean meal. The meat has a fresh color, with the thigh meat having a vibrant pink hue, hence the name "Hanamidori." The chicken's unique odor is suppressed, and it offers a clear umami taste and a good texture, making it a highly recommended flavor. To start off, I toasted with a beer! The appetizer was also incredibly delicious. The Mizutaki made with Hanamidori chicken was a special dish born and raised in Hakata. The rich chicken broth enhances the flavor as the ingredients simmer, transforming into a more flavorful taste. The ponzu sauce, essential for Mizutaki, is specially made to complement the Hanamidori Mizutaki. First, I added a little salt to the soup to enjoy the flavor, then savored the thigh meat. Afterwards, I enjoyed the chopped chicken, tsukune (chicken meatballs), sliced chicken, liver, and vegetables. It was so delicious! The homemade ponzu sauce paired perfectly with it. Lastly, I finished with a rice porridge. The Hanamidori raw ham and parent chicken sashimi platter was delightful. The raw ham had a smooth melt-in-your-mouth texture and a smoky aroma. The parent chicken sashimi had a charcoal flavor and a good texture. The Hanamidori special sauce tsukune had a fluffy texture and was enhanced by the sweetness of the egg yolk. The Hakata shigi-yaki, lightly seared fresh fish with wasabi soy sauce, was a flavorful dish. The grilled thigh meat was a luxurious dish with a satisfying texture. The seasonal Hanamidori chicken salad, made with Hakata's representative vegetables eggplant and chicken breast, was delicious with grated radish dressing. Not only the Mizutaki but also the other dishes were incredibly delicious. Truly a top-notch restaurant, Hanamidori! Thank you for the feast!

"Fukuoka's Mizutaki is delicious (as mentioned by Mizuki-san) - At first, I tried making it at home using the 'Mizutaki soup' sold at the supermarket, but the feedback was, 'Just eat it with ponzu? That's not the same as Hakata's Mizutaki!' - Well, I realized this time that the way of eating is different at this restaurant. You don't need to soak it completely in ponzu, as the flavor is already in the pot, so you just dip it lightly in ponzu. It's delicious! It felt like I was eating something different (compared to eating at home - of course, the soup's taste is different too). However, for those who are sensitive to the strong smell of chicken due to the rich chicken soup, this may not be suitable. Access: From JR Hakata Station, walk towards the left side of the Hakata exit, aim for Nissei Building, then go down the diagonal street behind it and turn left. Look for the sign on the side and the exterior/interior of the restaurant is like a place for eel beds. All rooms are private rooms with the menu: Taste Course - 3300 yen, including two small dishes, Hanaaji Tori (chicken) raw ham and parent bird tataki, Hanaaji Tori (chicken) boiled in water (cut pieces, meatballs, sliced ​​meat, liver, vegetable assortment, egg porridge or champon noodles). Plenty of condiments, quite filling. The chicken raw ham is a first for me - it has a ham-like smell! Light and no discomfort at all. The cut pieces eaten first are outstanding! Again, just lightly dip in ponzu - that's the trick! The meatballs are the second best. The champon noodles go well with this soup - thin noodles would be too heavy. Overall, not something to eat every day, but just the cut pieces alone could be eaten every day!"

It has been a few years since I visited Fukuoka Dome and used this restaurant. It was early summer, not the hot pot season, but we wanted to try Mizutaki in Hakata, the home of Mizutaki, so we made a reservation at this restaurant. Fukuoka is known for its delicious food, and it's true. Whether it's for work or personal reasons, I often visit Fukuoka, and it's hard to find something that's not delicious. "Hanamidori" has branches in various locations, and there was one in the basement of my office in Osaka, so I went there several times. Every time I go, I am satisfied with the high quality of the food. If only it were a little cheaper, it would be perfect.