I have always been curious about this rare "tantanmen" specialty shop in Fukuoka. Nowadays, there are more tantanmen shops popping up, but this shop has been known for its "Hakata tantanmen" for a long time. Recently, it seems that its recognition has increased even more with a branch at the airport! By chance, we had some business nearby and it was close to lunchtime, so we decided to visit with our family. My partner was worried about bringing kids to a counter-only seating place, but we parked our car at a nearby parking lot and headed to the shop. The shop has two floors and there is a ticket machine outside. The surroundings have become quite modern, but the two-story building itself has a nostalgic feel that is comforting. It feels like a long-standing establishment that has been operating here for a while. As we arrived at the shop, there were only a few customers, so we asked the friendly owner if it was okay to bring kids, and he kindly directed us to the second floor. We purchased our tickets from the machine outside, which had menu photos next to it. I was surprised to see a variety of menu items, not just tantanmen, but also tonkotsu ramen, vegetable miso ramen, chukasoba, and more. There was even a limited edition "TKM egg over noodles" which is a TKG-style noodle. The menu seemed to have about 8 different items. At night, they also serve appetizers like delicious gyoza, pork feet, and fried squid legs. Since it was lunchtime, my partner and I decided to order what caught our eye. I ordered: - Healthy tantanmen 850 yen with an added 100 yen for cilantro - Showa soy sauce soba 850 yen My partner ordered: - Tonkotsu ramen 700 yen - Hakata tantanmen 850 yen We also got an S set (mini fried rice, fried chicken) for 480 yen. As we climbed the stairs, we found a high table with three chairs, which was quite spacious compared to the counter-only seating on the first floor. To the right as we entered, there was a counter with a street stall-like setup, where we found water and cups for self-service. There were also lanterns hanging, creating a lively atmosphere reminiscent of a street stall. It seemed like a fun place to come for drinks with a few people at night. On the table, there were pickled ginger, spicy condiments, grated garlic and what seemed like grated leeks, pepper, vinegar, and other seasonings. The spicy condiment was labeled for ramen and gyoza, so it seemed like a condiment for flavor variation. The ramen arrived quickly with a clatter, as there were no other customers at the time. First, we received the tonkotsu ramen and Showa soy sauce soba. The smell of simmering tonkotsu was quite strong, but when the ramen arrived, the intense tonkotsu aroma became even stronger. The tonkotsu ramen had a sesame, green onion, and moderately fatty broth with a cloudy appearance. The chashu was thick and firm, with two slices, and the tonkotsu aroma was quite prominent. I took a bite and found that the straight, slightly firm noodles had a chewy texture with hints of whole wheat visible. The soup, despite the strong tonkotsu aroma, was less concentrated than it appeared, allowing the noodles to mix well with the broth. It felt like an authentic Hakata tonkotsu ramen. The Showa soy sauce soba had thick curly noodles, and the chashu was also large and thick. It included bean sprouts, green onions, and what seemed like the stems of green onions? It was described as chicken broth, so the animal-like aroma was likely from chicken. The hot soup had a slightly colored soy sauce base. I took a sip of the noodles, which had a chewy texture and a robust umami flavor from the chicken broth. The crunchy vegetables other than the noodles added to the deliciousness. The strong flavor of the green onions matched well with the soup. It was a simple and punchy bowl of noodles, more robust than the delicate modern chukasoba or soy sauce ramen. It was enjoyable to think that these two bowls served as the base for the tantanmen.

I visited this place after hearing that they serve delicious tantanmen, but I found the flavor to be too strong for my liking. It seemed more suitable for eating on the way back home after drinking. I believe that tantanmen should have a balance of sesame and the richness of minced meat, so I was disappointed in that aspect.

Recommended by a local friend. At first, I hesitated because it wasn't Hakata ramen, but when I heard about "tantanmen made with tonkotsu soup," I thought, that sounds good! The location is on a back street that branches off from Haruyoshi towards Watanabe Street. I walked there, but only found roads that cars couldn't pass through. Maybe you can get there by car as well. On a weekday, I arrived 5 minutes before opening and there were 2 people waiting in front of me. The ticket machine in front of the store started operating right on time. I decided on the "Hakata tantanmen and half fried rice set" for 1130 yen! I watched the chef prepare the dish from the counter. After about 10 minutes of waiting, the Hakata tantanmen, with a half-cut flavored egg, arrived. The aroma is definitely that of sesame-flavored tantanmen, but there is a hint of tonkotsu smell as well. This must be delicious, right? With tonkotsu soup, the intense richness is added, making it undoubtedly delicious. I first tried the soup. The jet-black oil is probably "ma-yu." The flavor must be enhanced by frying garlic in lard and burning it to make oil, adding richness, enhancing the flavor with sesame paste (probably), and adding the burnt flavor of garlic with ma-yu. This taste I quite like. Just as the noodles were starting to run out, the half fried rice arrived. Eating the soup and fried rice alternately, it tastes so good! The half fried rice is a must, I think. Please come out to a more visible location instead of this back alley. For those who are not familiar with Hakata, they would probably start with Hakata ramen, but for those who have been to Hakata many times, I think you will like this kind of ramen. Official Blog: https://alwaysudon.com/

The rich and thick soup pairs well with the whole wheat noodles. The firmness of the noodles should be normal or soft to blend well with the soup. If they are too firm, they won't mix well with the soup and the flavor will be diminished. People who have only ordered firm noodles may not realize this. Any restaurant owner would eat normal or soft noodles when dining themselves. If a restaurant owner recommends firm noodles, it's likely just to increase turnover.

The tantan noodles had a tonkotsu flavor which was slightly different and very delicious. There were garlic and condiments available for customization. It's best to go around 3 pm to avoid the lunchtime crowd and not have to wait in line.

It tastes delicious! However, the smell of pork fat was strong even before eating, and to be honest, I prefer regular tantanmen. I would recommend it to those who like tonkotsu. The restaurant has a second floor, but when I requested to sit there, I was refused, perhaps because it was a busy time. It says it's easy for a woman to dine alone, but I personally found the interior a bit intimidating.

On this day, I visited Yuki Shoten in Fukuoka, a place I have been to several times before. It had been a while since I last visited Yuki Shoten! They are famous for their tantanmen noodles. Today, I ordered the Hakata Tantanmen with a side of half-fried rice set. Since it was my day off, I also had a bottle of beer. I started with the beer, then had the half-fried rice, and finished with the tantanmen noodles. It was delicious! I would definitely want to visit this place again when I come back to Fukuoka. Now, onto the next restaurant to visit!

After drinking in Nakasu or Tenjin in Fukuoka, this is the place to go! Instead of ramen for finishing, try the tantanmen. I visited for lunch after a long time in Fukuoka, and as always, the tantanmen was delicious. This is a must-visit restaurant whenever I come to Fukuoka.

Hakata tantanmen and miso tantanmen, nothing particularly stands out, but they come with an egg without any additional toppings, which I think is good. The noodles are thick. The spiciness is not too strong. I wish the sourness could be a bit softer. Thank you for the meal!

I had lunch at a restaurant in Watanabe-dori in Fukuoka that I had been curious about for a while. I bought a meal ticket for a set of Hakata tantanmen and half fried rice for 1,130 yen and entered the restaurant. The opening time on Saturday is 11:30, but there were already several customers waiting in line. The restaurant has counter seats and a second floor seating area. Most customers ordered the set of Hakata tantanmen and half fried rice. It arrived after about a 10-minute wait. The meat miso was cold but flavorful. The soup was rich and the noodles were thick. The fried rice was moist and fluffy with ham and fish cakes in it, and it was delicious. However, all the other customers were ordering extra noodles, which is typical of Fukuoka.

This is my favorite restaurant for tantanmen! First, you buy a meal ticket at the ticket machine in front of the store. There are counter seats on the first floor and relaxing table seats on the second floor. Since it was crowded that day, we went to the second floor. And then, the appearance of Hakata Tantanmen~!!! This is really delicious...! Rich tonkotsu soup, well-balanced spiciness, acidity. The fragrance of ma-yu. It's irresistible for those who like rich and spicy food. For those who like a lighter taste, it might be too heavy. I feel like the main store has a sharper spiciness than the airport store...! And the medium-thick curly noodles are slippery and go well with the soup♪ My favorite tantanmen ever!! However, the second floor has a strong air freshener scent, so I recommend the first floor. (laughs) Thank you for the meal♪ It was seriously delicious!! Hakata Tantanmen is synonymous with this place! [Ariyoshi Shoten]

Located near my accommodation, I stumbled upon this restaurant on my way to Daruma. As a substitute for Daruma's extra noodles, I decided to try the Hakata-style tantanmen here. The soup had a hint of vinegar, giving it a tangy flavor, and the spiciness was just right. The black ma-yu added a nice touch to the dish, making it delicious. However, going from Daruma to this place was quite a challenge. Thank you for the meal.

On Saturday afternoon, after finishing work early, I thought about where to have lunch and remembered the tantanmen at Ariyoshi Shoten on Watanabe Street. It was around 1:00 PM and there were seats available, so I bought a meal ticket and sat down right away. I ordered the Hakata tantanmen with half fried rice set. The fried rice arrived in just 5 minutes. It was a small portion, but delicious! I could see the preparation area from my counter seat, so I didn't get bored waiting. Then, the tantanmen arrived. It looked delicious from the presentation, and it tasted better than the gyoza at Li-san's. The spiciness was just right, not too overpowering. After eating about a third of it, I discovered some extra spicy seasoning on the side. I added about three shakes of it and it gave the perfect level of spiciness. It gradually made me sweat, but in a good way. It was a great meal. It's the kind of dish that can become addictive. Thank you for the meal.

Located a little off the main street of Watanabe-dori in the center of Fukuoka city, you will find the popular late-night spot, Hakata Tantanmen "Ariyoshi Shoten". Recently, they have also opened a shop at Fukuoka Airport, showing their growing popularity. In the ramen scene of Hakata, there is a noticeable rise in "non-tonkotsu" ramen, particularly soy sauce-based ramen, but quietly gaining popularity as well is "tantanmen". Along the street south of Watanabe-dori, towards Nisseki Hospital, you will find three shops (Ariyoshi Shoten, Kei, Marutan). If you include Sichuan Hanten at Daimaru, that makes four shops. Ariyoshi Shoten is always bustling with customers, even late at night. The must-try dish is their signature "Hakata Tantanmen". The soup, based on tonkotsu with black ma-yu as an accent, has a good balance of richness and mildness, making it surprisingly easy to eat. The medium-thick curly noodles pair well with the glossy soup. Even though I usually don't mind spiciness, the level in this dish was just right. I even ordered an extra serving of noodles, which held up well without losing the flavor of the soup. Personally, what sets Ariyoshi Shoten apart is that I have never eaten there during the day, only late at night. It's the kind of heavy dish that you crave in the evening. Thank you for reading until the end. If you enjoyed the review, please like, follow, and save the restaurant. Thank you.

I went to a spicy ramen restaurant in a narrow alley for the first time in a while, so I decided to try the Hakata-style spicy ramen. The first floor only has a counter, while the second floor has table seating. The first floor is always busy, but the turnover seems to be quick so there is no need to wait in line. I ordered the spicy ramen, half-fried rice, and a beer. The fried rice came out when I finished the ramen, and the beer also took a while to arrive, possibly due to a machine malfunction. However, as long as the taste is good, everything else is fine. The spicy ramen was deliciously spicy and had a flavor that becomes addictive.

Soy sauce-based spicy tantan noodles◎: It's not exactly like tonkotsu broth, nor does it have a strong sesame flavor, but it has a unique deliciousness: It's a refreshing tantan noodle dish that you can eat with vinegar◎: The fried rice also had a reduced saltiness to bring out the flavors of the ingredients!::▫️Restaurant Name: Hakata Tantanmen Ariyoshi Shoten▫️Hours: 11:30-15:00, 17:00-1:30▫️Phone: 092-724-5675▫️Closed on Sundays▫️Location: 1-8-18 Watanabe-dori, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-0004

I was wandering around wanting to eat tonkotsu ramen, but couldn't find it easily so I came here. I purchased a meal ticket outside the store, which I found to be a unique system, and ordered the most popular item, Hakata tantanmen. The restaurant was full, so it took a bit of time, but I got my food in about 10 minutes. It was my first time trying Hakata tantanmen, and I was a bit nervous, but it turned out to be a great choice. The combination of tonkotsu and spicy tantanmen soup was delicious. Additionally, the noodles were perfectly cooked and tasty. Even though I'm on a diet, I ended up getting an extra serving.

First attempt at trying the Hakata tantanmen with tonkotsu base. Whether you find it fresh and delicious or just ordinary spicy tonkotsu ramen, it's all a matter of personal preference. Variety of side dishes available. Thank you for the meal. This review aims to be concise with a 70-word limit, serving as a memo.

I visited on a Saturday night and sat at the counter seat. There is also a second floor. It had been a while since my last visit, but I ordered the usual Chan Tan and S set. Personally, I think this set is the most delicious. The Chan Tan is like champon, with stir-fried bean sprouts and leeks. It has a nice crunch to it and is delicious. The fried rice is also very tasty. It rivals the fried rice from a famous ramen shop in Nakasu Kawabata. The fried chicken is like salted fried chicken. It's crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Highly recommended.

On the first floor there is a counter, and on the second floor there are table seats. Orders on the second floor are made via LINE. I ordered the Chashu Ramen with a side of half fried rice and fried chicken, as I had tried the Tan Tan Men before. The Chashu Ramen had thin noodles and the soup was not as rich as I expected. The fried rice was light and fluffy, and the fried chicken was crispy on the outside! It had been a while since I had ramen, and I still prefer thin noodles. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal (^ ^)

A shop called Ariyoshi Shoten, specializing in a variety of tantanmen noodles, is located near the Sakura Cross Hospital on Watanabe Street. I purchased the recommended Hakata Tantanmen (830 yen tax included) from the unique ticket machine outside. I decided to skip the half-fried rice set because I was worried about my stomach. Since it was already past lunchtime, I was able to sit down immediately. The first floor of the store has about 6 counter seats. The soup was rich but not overwhelming, with plenty of chopped onions. It also had minced meat, spinach, and half a boiled egg. The noodles were smooth and easy to eat, not too curly. I wonder if they offer extra noodles? They also have other varieties such as Spicy Negi Tantanmen, Miso Tantanmen, Showa Soy Sauce Ramen, Tonkotsu Ramen, and Vegetable Miso Ramen. There were too many options for a tantanmen specialty shop. After me, about 3 more people entered the shop and each ordered a different ramen. Personally, I was curious about the Showa Soy Sauce Ramen. Thank you for the meal!