This is a cool izakaya in the upscale area of Nishi Nakasu, where fancy shops line the streets. The entrance may be a bit hard to find, but once you step inside, you'll be transported to a traditional izakaya world. Even though the atmosphere is different, I like to call it the late-night diner of Nishi Nakasu because of its long opening hours and the master's vibe. The menu is extensive and diverse, not following any particular trend, which I appreciate. Personally, I think it's a rare find to be able to enjoy whale meat here. The high-calorie options on the menu are also great. With a wide selection of drinks, I believe most people will be satisfied unless they are very particular about their alcohol. The cozy raised seating area adds to the overall calming ambiance. I think it's a place where you can have a good time no matter how many drinks in you are.

Sato-san, who frequents the place about twice a week, can be considered the Fukuoka version of Midnight Diner. He will make anything as long as he has the ingredients, even if the order is vague like "lightly seasoned chicken." The night starts with the intention to drink, and there are three homemade dishes that change daily. Some days, dishes like boiled sazae come out. You'll understand once you go there. Fukuoka's Midnight Diner is located in Nishi Nakasu.

This is a shop located on the second floor of a building near Mihara Tofu Shop in Nishinakasu. It seems that the husband was interested in this shop after seeing it in a magazine or something before. Without prior information, it would be difficult to climb these stairs. The interior of the shop has about 6 counter seats and tables at the back, and it is bustling with customers. We entered without a reservation and luckily found seats at the counter. The place seemed popular as customers kept coming in without a break. The shop is run by an elderly couple. The menu offers a wide range of dishes from sashimi to Western cuisine, including dried fish and ozoni (probably limited-time). The appetizers included fried river shrimp, sweet and sour fish, and kinpira gobou. The kinpira gobou was delicious with a spicy kick. We also had plum wine on the rocks, potato salad, dried pork belly, butter clams, and ozoni, which had a rich flavor. The owner used to be more into Western cuisine, so the menu makes sense. Overall, the food was delicious and it's a place that can be used for both the first and second rounds.

I was taken to the restaurant "Yushokuya Sato" by a friend. The atmosphere of the restaurant wasn't great, but the food and service were good, and it was also cheap. The owner and his wife were friendly, and it was understandable why there were many regular customers. The dishes were really delicious. I felt like I want to go there again. Highly recommended.

This was our fifth stop of the day, I think. We were playing around in Nishi Chuo and ended up here for our last stop. Even though it was already late at night, the place was bustling with customers. It seemed like people from other restaurants were coming here after they finished their own shifts. As soon as we sat down at a table, some snacks were brought out, along with a set of shochu highballs. The orders were served quickly as well. There were various snacks available, and to my surprise, I saw "turtle hands" for the first time in a while! My two male friends who were with me were shocked and found it grotesque, so they pushed the plate towards me. I tried to eat it, but I couldn't remember how to eat it properly because I was drunk. Eventually, I remembered that I needed to split it in half and eat the softer part. There were other classic and original dishes available, all of which were delicious. I now understand why this place is so popular. Thank you for the meal!

Located along a side street in the Nakasu area of Nishinakasu, this izakaya is a cozy space to enjoy a variety of dishes, including homemade dried fish and the owner's special Western cuisine. The atmosphere is relaxed, with a narrow staircase adorned with lanterns leading up to the restaurant. Despite the bustling surroundings of Nishinakasu, this place offers a sense of tranquility. The friendly owner and hostess create a welcoming environment, and the counter seating provides a cozy spot to enjoy a drink. The menu features a selection of sake and recommended dishes like horse sashimi and ginkgo nuts. The atmosphere is perfect for enjoying a drink and some delicious food, making it a great spot to unwind.

First of all... This review was originally written at Shokutaku Satou and was put on hold for a long time before being reposted. Since fautrier-san reviewed the new Satou location, this moldy review is seeing the light of day again lol. The threshold at Nishinakasu is slightly higher compared to Haruyoshi. And by threshold, of course, I mean your wallet (sweat). Even though I have a few favorite spots there, I don't visit them as often as the ones in Haruyoshi, and I'm not at an age to be jealous anymore, but it seems like there are many upscale couple-oriented restaurants in Nishinakasu (mystery). Except for some places that seem to be still working diligently as if the prefectural office was still there, I think Nishinakasu is an area with hidden excellent restaurants. This restaurant used to be located near the Haruyoshi intersection, but moved two years ago. The owner used to work at a certain hotel doing Western cuisine. I've visited a few times with the Haruyoshi Queen and even left my name to reserve. The current location has a counter with six seats on the 2nd floor of a building near the Dolphin alley and two table seats with digging kotatsu. It's like a cozy little place with about 15 people, according to the local magazine "Soignier." The menu and atmosphere are almost the same as before the move, which I think is thanks to the owner's personality. Late at night, starting with typical izakaya snacks, they also have avocado salad, pasta, yakisoba, motsunabe, sashimi, steak, and a variety of genres. It's like the popular gourmet manga "Midnight Diner," and depending on the season, they even have matsuba crab lol. If it's early enough, you can choose recommended dishes, take photos, and post them on Tabelog, but I don't think that's the essence of this restaurant. It's more of a place where you go late at night, alone or with one or two people, feeling a bit peckish, have a drink and some food, and then head home. The chances of running into someone you know and it being awkward should be low (except for me). According to the regulars, the peperoncino and croquettes are delicious and authentic... all recognized by professionals. When I look at the menu on the wall, my eyes always drift towards the carbohydrates (bitter smile). From the numerous menu items, I usually just ask the owner for tonight's recommendation and then choose one dish that I feel like eating. It's a style of going to eat after the staff have finished work, like saying "Good job~". The danger for me is that all the regulars from Yatai Micchan know about this place (lol). Of course, I go there around midnight. As expected, the result is that it takes a toll on my body the next day (sweat). However, they are open until 8 a.m., so you can go straight to work from there. Nothing is impossible in Nishinakasu and Haruyoshi (mystery).

On this day, I asked if there were any snacks available at a certain bar and they offered delivery. I sat at the counter of "Yushokuya Sato" in Nishi Nakasu, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, and looked at the menu for about 69 seconds before ordering various items. The one that stood out the most was the deep-fried young chicken. It was amazing! I never knew that deep-fried young chicken could be this delicious. If I hadn't come across this restaurant, I might have lived a boring life without knowing about such delicious deep-fried young chicken. I am satisfied, very satisfied. Shocking surprise!