If you go to Fukuoka in August 2023, I want to eat motsunabe, my son requested. I made a reservation at [Hakata Motsunabe Maedaya Main Store] and went there♪ It is located near Hakata Station Chikushi Exit and is a famous restaurant where many celebrities visit(^｡^). When we arrived at the coin parking lot of the store 5 minutes before opening, there were over 30 people waiting in line. It's really crowded. Maybe it's because of the Obon holiday. Some people were taking family photos in front of the store♪ In the end, we were guided to a private room without much waiting after the opening, as reserved guests were given priority (^｡^) (It seems like my son wanted a private room). It's a must-reserve store. It is also famous for appearing on the popular TV show "Himitsu no Kenmin SHOW" and for being visited by BTS. There are many signatures on the wall, and I feel like such a groupie (￣▽￣) I grinned while looking at the signatures. Some amazing people have come here. Now, about the food, the main dish is motsunabe with 3 flavors. Miso flavor, soy sauce flavor, and spicy motsunabe. Wagyu motsunabe miso flavor 1,540 yen Wagyu motsunabe soy sauce flavor 1,540 yen Wagyu spicy motsunabe 1,630 yen We ordered 4 servings of miso flavor. The high-quality Wagyu motsu with thick, tender, and chewy meat is sweet and delicious❤︎ It's by far the best motsunabe I've ever had. Everyone in the family was delighted by it (*॑꒳॑*) It's nice to see everyone smile while eating. My husband said, "If you eat such delicious motsunabe with your family, especially with kids, you might not be able to eat anywhere else (^｡^)" We also had a side dish menu along with motsunabe. Live squid sashimi (100g starting from 1,738 yen including post-processing) We chose a smaller 250g portion. Maedaya is the only main store where you can enjoy "live squid dishes" with a live tank introduced and fresh squid directly delivered from Yobuko. "That's why we chose this store ჱ̒⸝⸝•̀֊•́⸝⸝)‪ｴｯﾍﾝ," said my son. The sashimi is very sweet and delicious. We also had tempura with the post-processing. For the finishing touch, we had Hakata chijiremen. Everything was delicious, the staff's service was excellent, and we were very satisfied. I thought it deserved an even higher rating (^｡^) It was incredibly delicious♪ I envy those in Fukuoka❤︎ Thank you for the wonderful meal.

We made a reservation and visited with two colleagues from work. We enjoyed dishes such as raw liver, deep-fried small intestines, beef vinegar motsu, seared black wagyu, motsunabe, and squid shumai. Every dish was incredibly delicious, with high-quality hormone that had no strong taste. The soup was light yet flavorful with a rich taste. The service was also excellent, showing well-trained staff. I would like to go again with my family next time! Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I was lucky to get a table without a reservation, but even during the late lunch hours, the restaurant was almost full. The staff were attentive and seemed to anticipate our needs before we even had to ask. The kitchen was lively and full of energy, which got me excited even before the food arrived. I enjoyed a side dish and a highball while waiting eagerly for the motsunabe (tripe hot pot) to arrive, which is one of my favorite dishes. The tripe was cooked perfectly, and the flavor was excellent. The atmosphere was great, and I left feeling satisfied and content. The restaurant's business card had the phrase "elegance in motsunabe" written on it, and I could truly feel the elegance not only in the dish but also in the way the staff worked and how the restaurant itself was well-maintained. I promised myself that I would definitely visit this restaurant again when I go to Fukuoka.

If you're lost on where to go during your trip to Hakata, I recommend this restaurant. There are many motsunabe (tripe hot pot) restaurants in Hakata, but this one was just right in terms of taste, cost performance, and service! The ika shumai (appetizer), motsunabe (enough tripe for two people), sesame mackerel sashimi were all delicious. It's a bit of a walk from Hakata Station. Reservations are a must. It can get quite crowded, so it's best to go with friends.

I decided to go to Maedaya, a popular motsunabe (tripe hot pot) restaurant. I made a reservation at the main store where you can enjoy fresh squid. Even though I had a reservation, there was still a line due to the popularity of the restaurant. First, I tried the fresh squid. It was so tender and delicious! Since the squid was still moving, I thanked it in my mind before eating the transparent sashimi. I also had tempura, although I didn't take a photo of it. The portion was generous, and I enjoyed it with rock salt and tempura sauce. The tempura was light and crispy, while the squid was soft and flavorful. Now, onto the motsunabe. It was surprisingly light and refreshing. When I added garlic chips, it became a bit richer, and I think I preferred it that way. Ah, I'm so full now. Thank you for the meal.

I visited this restaurant when I traveled to Hakata from the Kansai region. (I heard that Orix players also use this restaurant, so I wanted to try it out and made a reservation.) The motsunabe and horse sashimi were fantastic and I was really impressed! We tried both miso and soy sauce flavors. The motsu had no unpleasant smell, was cheap and delicious. It was a hit with my family, although preferences varied. The kids, who were trying horse sashimi for the first time, even asked for seconds because they loved it so much. As parents, we only had one piece each. The hospitality was top-notch, with the staff suggesting just the right amount for us, which left us feeling satisfied. The whole family wants to visit again. My adult son is even thinking of going to Hakata alone just to eat here. We would love to visit again if we have the chance.

Wagyu beef motsunabe with miso flavor for 1,694 yen Live squid sashimi (directly from Karatsu Yobuko) for 3,997 yen (*200g, 100g for 1,738 yen) When it comes to Hakata, motsunabe is a must, and when it comes to motsunabe, Maedaya is the place to go!! I visited another branch about half a year ago and became a fan because it was so delicious, so this time I went to the main store. I was really happy that they serve motsunabe for one person. Continuing from my last visit, this time I chose the "miso flavor". This is a matter of personal preference, but I prefer miso flavor over soy sauce flavor. The carefully blended miso adds a rich taste that is irresistible. By the way, it seems that the miso flavor is the most popular. Maedaya uses domestic Wagyu beef for their motsunabe. Moreover, it is said to be the "highest quality". As expected, being called the highest quality, the meat is incredibly tender and delicious! It was a level of deliciousness that was truly moving. In addition to the motsunabe, I also ordered the live squid sashimi. When it comes from Yobuko, there is no other choice but to eat it. The squid, which was alive until just before (or rather, still moving), has a crunchy texture, is sweet, and is incredibly delicious. Furthermore, we finished with tempura of squid legs and ears. There is no way that freshly fried tempura of fresh squid is not delicious. It was truly the best lunch!!! I want to eat it again (or rather, right now)! It was a truly amazing meal!!! Thank you for the meal. Currently, I am sharing "delicious" content mainly in Osaka! Please check out my Instagram as well. Feel free to follow, comment, and send DMs! ➡︎ @deniemon0913

I made a reservation for a trip to Fukuoka and visited the restaurant. The place was fully booked on the day of my visit. I arrived at 6pm, and the restaurant was already bustling with customers. I couldn't decide between soy sauce or miso flavor for the motsunabe, but this time I chose miso! In addition to the motsunabe, I also had sesame mackerel, squid sashimi, and simmered mentaiko. The squid was still alive and moving, incredibly transparent. They later cooked the tentacles for dishes like salt-grilled squid. The authentic motsunabe was delicious as expected! The konnyaku added a nice touch to the dish. I planned to have ramen as a late-night snack, but I ended up eating it all (>_<) The soup was so delicious that I finished it all. The restaurant is always crowded, so make sure to make a reservation before going. Thank you for the meal!

The atmosphere of the restaurant was nice, and I'm glad I made a reservation as it was crowded. Unfortunately, the sesame mackerel was sold out. The live squid sashimi was a bit expensive but delicious. Both the sashimi and tempura had a great texture. The motsunabe hot pot was exceptional, both the soup and tripe. I would love to eat here again if I have the chance.

I made a reservation at a restaurant where famous people and athletes often visit, and I was excited to come. Thanks to the reservation, I was able to smoothly reach my seat. The atmosphere was great, and the food was delicious, especially the miso-flavored motsunabe left a lasting impression. The service was attentive, and the staff's response was good. However, it was hot and I was sweating a lot.

During the Obon holiday lunchtime! The restaurant opens at 11 am and there were already people lining up outside. Once inside, the food was served relatively quickly. I recommend the miso-flavored motsunabe (tripe hot pot), sesame mackerel (they didn't have mackerel that day so it was replaced with amberjack), and finish with curly noodles. The soup was delicious, the offal wasn't greasy, and you can enjoy the hot pot until the end!

On our way back from our trip to Kyushu, we decided to have motsunabe in Hakata! Among the many options, we chose Maeda-ya. The motsu was chewy and delicious! However, we found the miso flavor to be a bit light for our taste. If we have the chance, we will visit again!

I had this course meal. For the motsunabe, you can choose from miso, soy sauce, or spicy miso, and I selected miso. The squid was super fresh! It was still moving! I was impressed as I enjoyed the sashimi, and the squid legs were made into tempura. The motsunabe was incredibly delicious! It goes so well with beer. The yuzu pepper was also delicious, I had to get a refill. I am very satisfied with the experience!

Second visit. Came with company boss and 5 colleagues. Always a long line in front of the shop. Perhaps the most popular motsunabe restaurant in Hakata? From appetizers to motsunabe, everything is truly delicious! Ordered 3 extra servings of motsu. Got too full to finish the ramen at the end.

It was Thursday night and I heard they were fully booked, but the staff told me on the phone a few days ago that if I waited a little, I might be able to get in. I waited for about 20 minutes and was able to enter! It was surprisingly crowded for a weekday! However, the turnover seemed faster than a typical izakaya. They had many Kyushu and Hakata specialties on the menu, such as motsunabe, Hakata-style squid sashimi, vinegar motsu, sesame mackerel, etc. As a tourist, I was very satisfied! The interior was relatively new and had a luxurious feel, making it easy for a woman to enter alone. In fact, there were a few people who came in alone, ordered motsunabe, and quickly left. In addition to counter seating and tables for 4-6 people, there was a large table in the middle where 2 or 1 person would be seated, and the adjacent tables had panel-like dividers on top, so your eating actions were clearly visible to the people next to you. I don't mind that, so I wish there was a place like this near my home. Surprisingly, they had a wide selection of sake in addition to shochu. I thought people in Kyushu only drank shochu… but my companion was a beer drinker, so I skipped the sake this time. The motsunabe had plenty of chewy offal and was delicious!! The squid sashimi was cut to match the number of people. Since they are famous for live sashimi, the squid legs were still moving and pulsating, giving it a fresh and exciting feel - it was fun!! We had it with sweet Kyushu soy sauce, and the squid itself was sweet and delicious. You can only eat the upper part as sashimi, and the lower part can be prepared as tempura or grilled, so we had it as tempura and enjoyed it until the end! We only ordered motsunabe and squid sashimi, but for two people, this was enough to be full… The location was in front of a quiet park just past the bustling downtown area from the station, so if you can endure the downtown area, it was a very easy place to go alone.

The sesame mackerel was not available due to fishing reasons, so I asked for sesame amberjack instead. It was fresh with a firm texture and delicious. The mentaiko had no spiciness or saltiness, just umami! The main dish, motsunabe, was delicious starting from the broth. The tripe was large and chewy! Reservations are required. (๑>◡<๑)

The restaurant has around 10 seats available for walk-ins even if all reserved seats are full. I didn't have a reservation but was able to be seated in one of these walk-in seats before the restaurant officially opened. I tried the motsunabe (offal hot pot) which I really wanted to eat in Hakata, as well as squid sashimi and sesame mackerel. The motsunabe had a miso flavor and the fatty meat was sweet, making it enjoyable even for someone like me who doesn't usually like offal. The squid sashimi had a firm and translucent texture, and you can choose to have the lower part grilled with salt or deep-fried. The recommendation was deep-fried, but since the motsunabe was rich, grilling it with salt might have been a better choice. The sesame mackerel was served with condiments and was incredibly delicious. Despite being a motsunabe restaurant, they had a great variety of dishes on the menu.

I made a reservation and went, but there were also people waiting without a reservation. I think you can still get in without a reservation, but it's safer to make one on weekends. The sashimi was delicious! The tripe in the motsunabe was firm and not smelly!

I went on a trip to Fukuoka and made a reservation for the opening hours. However, when I arrived, there were already customers waiting without reservations. If your travel schedule is somewhat fixed, I recommend making a reservation. Especially on weekends. Since I had eaten a little breakfast, I ordered modestly: motsunabe (miso), mentaiko, and whole squid sashimi. The most recommended dish was the whole squid sashimi. The grilled squid legs (you can also choose tempura or squid sashimi) were also perfect. The motsunabe was surprisingly refreshing and easy to eat. Even my friend who doesn't like offal was able to enjoy the motsunabe. I feel like I fully enjoyed Fukuoka.

This restaurant is able to accommodate even solo diners for motsunabe (tripe hot pot). The motsunabe was delicious, but the squid was exceptional. They also had wine, but it seemed like not many people were drinking it. It's a place where you can eat quickly and move on to a second location. They have a two-hour time limit, so I recommend making a reservation as it's a popular spot.

Since the rain stopped, I had dinner at a nearby restaurant. I had miso hot pot with Japanese beef tripe for 1540 yen, sesame mackerel for 980 yen, and a Red Star Lager beer for 690 yen per bottle. We also had two orders of squid shumai for 380 yen. This place also had raw squid sashimi, which was delicious. The sesame mackerel from Tsushima was incredibly tasty, with a sweet and fatty flavor even when dipped in soy sauce. The Japanese beef tripe in the hot pot was tender and soaked in a rich miso soup, which was also very delicious. This restaurant was fantastic. Thank you for the meal.