I visited Ni Usagi, a restaurant that is open until late at night and offers convenient and delicious dim sum and Chinese dishes. The spicy marinated dried tofu goes well with drinks. The refreshing taste of the squid and celery salad with a hint of spice on top is addictive. The boiled dumplings had smooth and slippery skin that I couldn't stop eating. The pan-fried dumplings were crispy and delicious. The stir-fried vegetables had a satisfying crunch. The spring rolls were crispy and well-made. The pepper siu mai was an interesting dish with a generous amount of pepper. The Chinese-style chicken skin skewers were a unique dish, although I found the sauce a bit too sweet for my liking. The chicken salt ramen had a clean and refreshing flavor. Lastly, the almond jelly in the shape of a rabbit was cute and delicious, although a bit difficult to eat.

I wanted to go to the Asahiken izakaya, which is usually quite crowded, but it was closed on Sundays so I came here instead. I started with the grilled and boiled dumplings, and for drinks, I had a delicious mango vinegar sour. The shumai was excellent! It might be the best I've ever had.

I visited Futto-san's restaurant. I wanted to come here because it is related to my favorite Chinese restaurant, Mandarin Market. I ordered the course meal. The interior of the restaurant is very modern and stylish. The standout dish was the large shumai, it was the most delicious. The meat was juicy and flavorful, with a hint of pepper, Sichuan pepper, and the sweetness of onions. The water dumplings had a smooth texture and a unique spicy flavor that was delicious. The cucumber dish had perfectly crunchy cucumbers, with a sauce of chili oil and nuts on top that added a nice touch. The salt ramen for the finish was light yet packed with flavor in the soup, it was exquisite. Overall, the dishes had a spicy Sichuan-like flavor, making them suitable for adults. Thank you for the delicious meal!

I was recommended a place in Fukuoka where you can enjoy day drinking, it's called "Nito" which specializes in water dumplings and pepper shumai. Fukuoka really is a trendsetter when it comes to food! It seems like yakitori bars are also a Fukuoka specialty. The casual atmosphere inside makes it easy for even solo customers to come in. With 40 seats and spacious seating, I chose a table in the back on this day. Cheers with some bubbly! Let's enjoy some Chinese appetizers like dumplings, shumai, and spring rolls with our drinks! The juicy shumai with a strong pepper flavor is delicious. The drool-inducing chicken with lots of sauce. The crispy shrimp crackers with a hint of salt are irresistible. The crispy pan-fried dumplings are bite-sized and easy to devour. This casual Chinese bar is perfect for a girls' night out. Thank you for the meal!

I happened to come across this place while walking nearby and found a great deal around 2:30 pm. They were offering 15 dumplings for 550 yen! Normally, the Lu Rou Fan is around 900 yen. We shared it between two people and it was quite filling. I felt a bit bad for not ordering any drinks, but it was a cheap, delicious, and enjoyable meal.

Today is a holiday! The weather is unstable, with sporadic rain... On days like this, the urge to drink alcohol in the afternoon kicks in! I decided to visit this place with some excuse to drink (a bad habit of alcohol lovers). It seems like exactly a year ago, I was also drinking on the first day of Golden Week... haha. Happy Hour starts at 2 pm on holidays, but today it starts at 11:30 am! This means the staff also want to drink, right? I can enjoy a luxurious course meal starting from lunchtime, so let's go for it! - All-You-Can-Eat Set (1,300 yen) - Draft Beer (550 yen) Choose between tantanmen with Hakata beef or Hakata ramen with salted chicken, and also get 2 pieces of pepper dumplings, 2 pieces of oil-drizzled chicken, white rice, and pickled vegetables! You can have unlimited pickled vegetables and white rice, self-service! If only the draft beer was included in the Happy Hour... haha. First, a frosty mug of draft beer arrived! I took a sip with some pickled vegetables... Ahh! So delicious! Drinking alcohol in broad daylight... such a luxurious moment! While enjoying the beer, the oil-drizzled chicken was served after about 5 minutes! The crispy coating with tender chicken inside is delicious! The chicken is marinated in a salty flavor, full of umami! The crunchy texture of the lettuce and green onions adds a nice touch! Next, the popular pepper dumplings arrived! The juicy pork with a peppery flavor and plenty of meat juice is delightful! The large cuts of pork are appealing! You don't need any seasoning, as the sauce is flavorful on its own! Adding black vinegar enhances the taste even more, a perfect match! This dish is definitely popular for a reason... so delicious! Of course, I had to order another beer to go with it! - Draft Beer (550 yen) Only 160 yen more than the Happy Hour beer, so why not! The tantanmen arrived at the perfect timing... The soup base is light with a sesame paste flavor! The garlic chips and onion chips add a nice aroma! The chili oil is not too spicy, with a pleasant kick of heat, delicious... The noodles are smooth and chewy, a high hydration crimped type! The toppings include meat miso, crunchy lettuce, chopped green onions, and egg! The meat miso adds a strong umami flavor, enhancing the overall taste! The staff was very friendly, creating a pleasant atmosphere! It was a very enjoyable holiday... Thank you for the meal!

Popular trendy Chinese restaurant "Mandarin Market" collaborates with "Komatsu," which handles various genres of restaurants such as dining bars, cafes, and izakayas. The specialty of this collaboration restaurant is gyoza and shumai, but they also offer a variety of popular Chinese dishes. It is a Chinese bar suitable for lunch and daytime drinking. The restaurant is located right next to Higashi-Hie Station on the subway Kuko Line, just one stop from Hakata Station and Fukuoka Airport. This time, I tried the "All-You-Can-Eat Set" for lunch, which costs 1,000 yen. It includes a choice of noodles, "Steamed Spare Ribs with Bean Sauce," and "3 Fried Gyoza," with unlimited rice. The choice of noodles includes "Hakata Wagyu Beef Tan Tan Men" and "Hakata Karami Tori Shio Ramen," and I chose the Tan Tan Men. The rice is served with a self-service machine, which was quite interesting. The soup of the Tan Tan Men is slightly spicy and light, with plenty of toppings for a rich flavor. The medium-thick Chinese noodles go well with the soup, creating a well-balanced dish. The crispy fried gyoza is served with plenty of sauce and green onions, making it a perfect match for beer. The hot spare ribs are tender and easy to eat, with a rich flavor of bean sauce. Overall, it was a delicious meal. Thank you.

I went for both lunch and dinner, so I'll post them together! For lunch, I had the Phoenix, a super spicy tantanmen. As a fan of spicy food, it was perfect for me with its strong Sichuan pepper flavor. For dinner, I enjoyed the restaurant's famous shumai and gyoza as delicious side dishes with drinks, and finished with the super spicy Magma Mapo Tofu. It was also delicious and fragrant. However, I suffered from stomach pain the next morning, so if you're not good with spicy food, it's better to avoid it or have some milk or yogurt before eating. But for me, next time I'll go for the next level, "This Bastard." Thank you for the meal! The staff at the restaurant were very friendly and made it a fun and enjoyable time. Thank you very much.

I used it for a meal exchange meeting between senior members and young employees at the company. We chose it because it is always reliable and delicious for lunch, and there are several branches around Hakata Station, so we selected a good Komatsu group restaurant. I was thinking of doing something a little eventful, so I went for a preview lunch beforehand, and they arranged the location as I had hoped. We ordered the Dim Sum course with a 120-minute all-you-can-drink option for 4,000 yen, and we were able to enjoy it without feeling rushed to order the last drink, unlike at other restaurants. I was busy organizing the meal exchange, so I didn't remember the dishes very well, but the participants, both older and younger, said it was very delicious, which was great. The restaurant was full from around 6:00 pm that day, and the staff seemed very busy, but their service spirit was top-notch, as expected from the Komatsu group. I will definitely use it again for lunch and dinner. Thank you for your hospitality.

I received the indulgent set menu. You can choose between tantanmen and salt ramen for the noodles. I chose the salt ramen. They recommended adding Sichuan pepper oil to change the flavor. At first, I tried it as is, it was a light yet flavorful salt ramen. It was already delicious, but since they recommended it, I added the Sichuan pepper oil to one-third of the bowl. It had a subtle Sichuan aroma and the flavor changed, enhancing the umami. The oil-drenched chicken and gyoza were also really delicious. All of this for 1300 yen is a great deal. Next time, I want to try the tantanmen. The people at the nearby table kept ordering the gyoza repeatedly, and even took some to go. I'm curious about the gyoza now.

A collaboration between the trendy Chinese restaurant "Mandarin Market" and the diverse restaurant group "Komatsu," this place combines the best of both worlds. The name of the restaurant comes from both owners being born in the Year of the Rabbit. Located near Higashi-Hie Station on the Fukuoka Subway Airport Line, it's just one stop away from Hakata Station and Fukuoka Airport. I visited for lunch and tried the "Great Value Lunch" set for 1,000 yen, with an additional 200 yen for the "Spare Rib Tan Tan Men." The set includes spare rib steamed with black bean sauce, 3 fried dumplings, and unlimited rice. The Spare Rib Tan Tan Men is a curry-flavored pork cutlet on top of tan tan noodles. The spare ribs are tender and flavorful with the black bean sauce. The signature "Pepper Shumai" is a shumai filled with a generous amount of pepper and a delicious meaty soup. It's a perfect accompaniment for drinks. I also tried the "Great Variety Set" for 1,300 yen, with the Hakata Hana Torigara Shio Ramen. The set includes the famous Pepper Shumai, oil-drenched chicken, pickled vegetables, and rice. The Shio Ramen made with Hakata Hana Torigara is of high quality. Overall, it was a satisfying meal.

Curry-flavored spare rib topped tantan noodles. I really wanted to eat this~ But I also wanted to try the famous peppered shumai, so I opted for the "all-you-can-eat" set with a choice of salt ramen or tantan noodles. After some thought, I asked, "Can I change the noodles in the set to spare rib tantan noodles?" They kindly agreed. The peppered shumai is a must-try dish, with coarsely ground meat and pepper that really complement each other! The pickled mustard greens are also all-you-can-eat, so I had seconds. The restaurant's hours are from 11:30 to 22:00, and the budget is around 1000 yen. I ordered the "all-you-can-eat" set with spare rib tantan noodles.

I used it for lunch. Tan-tan noodles with 2 pieces of shumai, 2 pieces of oil-drizzled chicken, rice, and pickled vegetables for 1000 yen. The dishes were tasty and the portions were generous. They were served hot and delicious. However, the service was clearly a disappointment this time. The rice was self-service from a machine from the first serving. It was a novel idea, but the rice poured did not seem appetizing. When an error occurred after only a little rice was poured, a customer was told to eat that first while they fixed it, but then they were left waiting without being informed. A male staff member who was trying his best to provide good service by setting condiments on the table was later scolded by a female staff member for not bringing them to the customer. Perhaps there are rules set by the restaurant, but since they are not clearly stated, customers are unaware, and there is a sense of inconsistency among the staff. It seems like the lunch service has just started and not much time has passed, so it may improve in the future. That was my honest impression.

From today is the start of Golden Week! Let's completely forget about work for the next 5 days...! To kick off with a good start, I want to have a daytime drink... As I walk towards the restaurant I had in mind, I notice another place that catches my eye. I've been here for lunch before, but now they have added more dishes like spare rib tantan noodles...! I was torn between my original choice and this new place, but I decided to revisit this one! As I look over the menu, a staff member explains the menu to me. Because it's Golden Week, I can enjoy their Happy Hour starting from 2 pm! It's nice that you get 5 extra dumplings, but no beer... I guess I'll go with a highball then... but since it's dumplings, I think I'll stick with beer after all! - Grilled Dumplings 10 pieces → 15 pieces (480 yen) - Draft Beer (500 yen) While enjoying my beer, the dumplings arrive in just 5 minutes! They are not the small Hakata-style dumplings, so getting 15 pieces feels like a good deal... I try one and find that it's light with plenty of vegetables in the filling! It's light but you can still taste the juicy meat... The skin is thin and crispy on one side, which is nice! There are vinegar soy sauce, black vinegar, chili oil, and Sichuan pepper oil on the table, so you can create your own dipping sauce which is also appealing... Now, I decide to add the noodles that caught my eye at the entrance... - Spare Rib Tantan Noodles (850 yen) - Komachuu Setouchi Lemon (499 yen → 333 yen) Since it's Happy Hour, I decide to add more drinks... I enjoy the dumplings and Komachuu while waiting for about 10 minutes! The tantalizing spare ribs in the tantan noodles are irresistible! The soup has a sesame paste that gives it a mellow flavor! The fragrant chili oil adds a nice kick without being too spicy! The noodles are medium-thick and curly with a chewy texture... In addition to the meat miso, there are shredded green onions, shredded chili peppers, and fried garlic... This is the type of tantan noodles I like! It turned out to be a great daytime drinking experience for the first day of Golden Week!

I had been curious about the restaurant China Stand in Higashi-Hie, so I went there for lunch! I ordered the Spare Rib Tantanmen and the Yoku Bari lunch set. The set included Hua Wei Chicken Salt Ramen, Pepper Shumai, and Youlin Chicken, all for a thousand yen, which was quite luxurious. The shumai was very delicious. The spare ribs had a curry flavor and the tantanmen was rich! Currently, they have a happy hour from 2 pm where the dumplings are half price.

The stylish Chinese restaurant near Higashi-Hie Station is bustling. When I ordered shochu, I got pickled vegetables and nuts. Since it's a restaurant, I started with dumplings! They were strong and punchy, but delicious! The other dishes were also full of strong spices, so I ended up drinking slowly.笑

Today's lunch plan was to go on a cycling expedition, but due to a malfunction, the lock wouldn't open... So I decided to change plans and head to this place near the station! I was curious about the lunch "Ma Po Numbing Noodles" here! The lunch menu consists of the following two options: - Numbing Ma Po Noodles (800 yen) - Ma Po Tofu Lunch (800 yen) There are also three takeout menu options: - Ma Po Donburi with Hakata Wagyu Beef (650 yen) - Black Pork Shumai Bento (750 yen) - Special Sweet and Sour Sauce! Oil-Drizzled Chicken Bento (750 yen) So, as originally planned... I will order this one! - Numbing Ma Po Noodles (800 yen) Personally, I'm not a fan of too much numbness... I wonder how this will be?! In less than 10 minutes, the Numbing Ma Po Noodles arrived! It looks quite red... This might be quite spicy...? I took a sip of the soup right away! The fragrance of the Sichuan pepper is there, but it's not overwhelmingly numbing, just the right amount of spiciness... This is a good level of stimulation... It's not lacking in flavor at all, and the stimulation accumulates as you eat! The Ma Po sauce is thick and gooey, but the soup is clear! The fried onions add a nice touch of flavor. The noodles are straight and slightly soft, perfectly entwined with the gooey Ma Po sauce soup... By the way, the Numbing Ma Po Noodles come with white rice, and of course, I'll enjoy it like a porridge with the remaining soup! There's minced beef at the bottom, which is delicious... The strong flavor of the soup and meat makes the rice go down smoothly! A well-balanced, flavorful dish with a nice numbing sensation, and I ended up finishing the soup completely... With my fast metabolism, I was sweating by the time I left, and my mouth was satisfied with the perfect level of numbness! Thank you for the meal!

Tonight, I felt like having Chinese food, so I decided to try out a restaurant that I had ordered takeout from during the COVID-19 lockdown. The restaurant had outdoor seating, a counter, tables, and a spacious area towards the back. I was seated at the counter and ordered the following items: - Appetizers (Chinese pickled vegetables, spicy mixed nuts) - Grilled rabbit meat dumplings (7 pieces for 390 yen) - Specialty "drooling chicken" in a small portion (580 yen) - Hakata-style chicken skin skewers (2 skewers, using a coupon from Tabelog) - Qingdao beer (600 yen) The appetizers were the same as the ones I had during my takeout order, and the spicy mixed nuts were a great snack to go with beer. The Sichuan pepper and herb flavors paired perfectly with the beer. Next, I tried the grilled rabbit meat dumplings for the first time. The filling was vegetable-heavy, with a light and flavorful taste, and the crispy skin was well-cooked. The chicken skin skewers were a good deal with the Tabelog coupon, offering a crispy texture and a sweet and savory sauce that complemented well. I also tried the "drooling chicken" for the first time, which had a sauce with a tangy black vinegar flavor. The dish was surprisingly not too spicy, with the sauce coating the tender chicken meat nicely for a refreshing taste. There were slices of eggplant and cucumber underneath, adding a unique touch. Before finishing my meal, I ordered another round of draft beer. Although I was already full, I couldn't help but think about trying the noodle dishes (mapo tofu noodles, salt ramen) and the blueberry sweet and sour pork next time with a larger group. Overall, I had a satisfying dining experience at the restaurant and look forward to returning in the future. Thank you for the delicious meal!

I had work near Hakata Station, so I decided to have lunch here this time! I saw on Instagram that China Stand Futago looked delicious, so today I had the Yurin Chicken Lunch for 800 yen! The chicken had crispy skin and juicy meat inside! The flavorful sauce was sweet and sour, really stimulating the appetite! With rice, soup, and pickles included, this quality for 800 yen is quite a deal! Even after 1 pm, the restaurant was still bustling, and the lunch was definitely worth it! It was delicious! Thank you for the meal!

Around mid-November, I was invited by a friend to visit the Chinese stand "Nito" in Higashi-Hie. We parked our car at a nearby coin parking lot and entered the shop while glancing at the signboard advertising tapioca milk tea. The interior of the shop was small but had a nice atmosphere with high ceilings, and the staff were all handsome and cute, typical of a collaboration between Komatsu and Mandarin Market. We had reserved a table at the back for a group of six, and we ordered drinks before toasting. They had a variety of Chinese teas available, and I chose the cold black oolong tea, but they also had warm black oolong tea, Anxi Tie Guan Yin tea, Golden Cassia oolong tea, Jasmine tea, and more. It was nice to have such a wide selection of teas to choose from. We had reserved the Nito Grand Opening Limited Course for 2,500 yen, with an additional 1,500 yen for all-you-can-drink, making it a total of 4,000 yen. The course started with a platter of four appetizers: Hua Wei Chicken, Scallop and Mushroom with Mustard Sauce, Tofu Gan Si and Edamame, and Fried Shrimp. They were all delicious, especially the Hua Wei Chicken with a spicy sauce that paired well with the other dishes. Next, we had two types of dim sum: Steamed Shrimp Dumplings and Sticky Rice Meatballs, both of which were tasty. The steamed pork with garlic sauce was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was delicious. The Hua Wei Chicken Oil Dripping Chicken with Sweet and Sour Sauce was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The Stir-Fried Seasonal Vegetables and Shrimp with Salt were simple yet flavorful. The Blueberry Sweet and Sour Pork had a refreshing taste that paired well with the pork. The Spicy Mala Noodles were like a mixed noodle dish with spicy Sichuan-style tofu on top. For dessert, we had almond jelly. We were so impressed by the dishes that we ended up ordering more, including Nito's Chili Shrimp, Nito's Salt Ramen, Five-Ingredient Ankake Fried Rice, and Chinese-style Egg Fried Rice. We also added Chinese buns because we didn't want to waste any of the delicious sauces. The Chili Shrimp came with crispy noodles and a flavorful sauce, while the Chinese buns were soft and slightly sweet. The Salt Ramen was light and flavorful, the Five-Ingredient Ankake Fried Rice was rich and satisfying, and the Egg Fried Rice was fluffy and moist. It was a fantastic dining experience overall.

Chinatown-style casual drinking spot in Higashi-Hie! "Nito" Located near the intersection of Higashi-Hie, I visited the Chinese izakaya "Nito". Not sure what two rabbits they are chasing, but for now, I'll have a draft beer. It comes in an original glass, nice touch. I also ordered a mixed appetizer plate for 580 yen plus tax, featuring drooling chicken, shrimp, sweet and sour fish, and scallops. For my second drink, I tried the Tsingtao beer for 600 yen plus tax. Oh, they have original tumblers too. The black pepper shumai, a specialty dish, was huge and priced at 180 yen plus tax per piece. The dipping sauce can be customized with various condiments on the table. Moving on to the drink menu, the restaurant recommends jasmine-based drinks, so I tried the jasmine tea cocktail for 399 yen plus tax. I also couldn't resist ordering the fried saury for 480 yen plus tax. The crispy breadcrumbs were flavorful enough to enjoy on their own. ● Shop Information Nito 050-5597-0589 1-5-5 Higashi-Hie, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City Business Hours 11:30-14:30, 17:00-24:00 Closed on Sundays