I visited "Fukuhou" for the first time. I ordered the spicy M辣湯 (spicy hot pot soup) with unlimited rice for 1,000 yen. The toppings included sausage, fried tofu, wood ear mushrooms, green onions, Chinese cabbage, and vermicelli, among others. The noodles were a mix of medium-thick straight noodles and medium-thin straight noodles. The soup was a spicy hot pot base with an animal broth. ========================= Visit Day: Monday Arrival Time: 11:05 Weather: Cloudy Number of People Waiting: None Inside the Restaurant: Empty Departure Time: 1 person queued Time until serving: About 10 minutes +++++++++++++++++++++ Upon tasting, the spiciness of the soup hit hard, with the sweetness of the vegetables and the aroma of herbs coming through, delivering a spicy, numbing sensation while enjoying the minced meat juices. Since I ordered it spicy, it was quite thrilling, even a little spicier than the cup noodle "Shin Ramyeon". The medium-thick noodles had a chewy and slightly mochi-like texture, while the medium-thin noodles were smooth and slippery. Additionally, the vermicelli added a nice slurpy touch. The wood ear mushrooms offered a nice crunchy texture. There was a tofu that looked like liver — I wonder if it's the kind you see in hot pots (maybe it’s "Ya Xie", but I’m not sure). I enjoyed the recommended flavor changes with chopped garlic and cilantro, along with finely sliced green onion. It was delicious! Thank you for the meal! ✨ ###### Restaurant Information ####### - About a 5-minute walk from Takatsuki City Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line - Address: 18-9 Takatsuki-cho, Takatsuki City, Osaka - Business Hours: Tue-Fri, Sun 11:00 - 14:00 / 17:00 - 22:00 - Closed on Mondays - No free parking available. ################# #Fukuhou #FirepotFukuhou #OsakaRamen #OsakaLunch #TakatsukiCityStationRamen #TakatsukiCityRamen #TakatsukiRamen #SpicyHotPot #DaggerNoodles #ZhaJiangMian #SichuanHotPot #WaterDumplings

Date of Visit: November 24, 2024, at 12:10 PM. This was my third stop on a food walk in Takatsuki, at the Chinese restaurant "Fukuhou." It's located about a three-minute walk west from Hankyu Takatsuki City Station, down a narrow alley off Takatsuki Center Street. The restaurant opened this summer, but given the cuisine's spiciness, I avoided visiting during the hot season. Now that it's getting cooler, I decided to stop by just before heading home. I ordered "Mala Daoxiao Mian" (spicy knife-cut noodles) with a side of white rice. I was informed that I could lower the spice level, but I opted for the standard level. **Food & Taste: 3.2** The "Mala Daoxiao Mian" came topped with a boiled egg, spinach, and green onions. The broth had a strong mala flavor, particularly leaning towards spiciness (from chili). I thought this level of spice would be suitable for a semi-solid dish like mapo tofu, but as a noodle soup, it was quite intense—almost overwhelming even for someone like me who enjoys spicy food. The knife-cut noodles were about 2 centimeters wide and softer than I expected. They weren't as firm as thinner noodles, but they did a good job of soaking up the broth, which kept the spiciness prevalent. Achieving that level of heat likely requires many spices, and the noodles have a unique texture. However, I did notice a lack of ingredients, which was a bit disappointing. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find any way to mitigate the spiciness, and I ended up sweating quite a bit. It took me about 30 minutes to finish the dish. Overall, the flavor was good. **Service: 3.1** The lunch service was provided by a female owner and a male staff member. The male staff seemed a bit inexperienced (service was slow, and there was confusion during checkout), but they showed a willingness to provide good service, so I expect things will improve over time. As I was leaving, the female owner kindly saw me off at the entrance. The rice was complimentary with my order. Since this was the third stop on my food walk, I requested a small portion, but it felt like a standard size. They mentioned that items like cilantro are available on a separate table. **Atmosphere: 3.1** The restaurant had a spacious interior with plenty of room at the table. However, there were some cardboard boxes stacked up, and what looked like a gas cylinder at the edge of the counter. The background music was Western pop. There were no customers when I arrived, but about seven people came in after me, presumably regular customers from a local Chinese group. **Cost Performance: 3.0** The "Mala Daoxiao Mian" was 900 yen, and the white rice was free. **Drinks:** － The details are unknown. After I placed my order, I overheard a pair of Japanese women talking about how spicy the food was, so it wasn't just me who found the dishes hot. I also noticed that there was a standalone option for "Sichuan Mapo Tofu," which might have suited my preference better. Ordering rice alongside the main dish might have been a more fitting choice for me as well.

We went for lunch as a family of four. The lamb Chinese pies and the roast pork buns were very delicious. I had the spicy malatang, and it was authentically spicy. I added cilantro to the knife-cut noodle soup, and it paired perfectly. When we left the restaurant, it was packed, so I felt it was a very popular place. Both the manager and the staff were bright and kind. I definitely want to go again next time.

While wandering around looking for a place to have lunch alone, I was drawn in by the words "Malatang." Since it was a weekday afternoon, the restaurant was empty, which made me a bit anxious, but I decided to order the Malatang I was aiming for! While looking at the menu, I discovered Maru Efu and ordered that as well. When I took the first bite of the Malatang, I thought, "Huh? It's surprisingly not that spicy?" But then the heat and numbness crept up on me—perfect for enjoying with a beer! The dish included Chinese noodles, glass noodles, and some thick glass noodles (thicker than udon), which offered a variety of textures that made it quite interesting! I can’t believe I found such authentic Malatang in Takatsuki! Next time, I want to try the hot pot—I will definitely be back! ⭐️

Sudden discovery! Even though it's Chinese cuisine, there are no stir-fry dishes on the menu. It was run by two young women. I ordered the zhajiangmian, and it was neither delicious nor bad—just average (2.5). If you're imagining a typical neighborhood Chinese restaurant, this place is a bit different.

A long-awaited "hot pot specialty restaurant" opened in Takatsuki, and I recently enjoyed "Zha Jiang Mian" and "Chinese Lamb Pie" during lunch. This time, I decided to visit the restaurant with my husband at night. As someone born in the northernmost part of Japan, it’s difficult for me to recharge with "hot pot" during the hot season, so I opted for the a la carte menu. They also had a drink-all-you-can menu available. I started with a "draft beer." The appetizer served was spicy and had a bouncy texture. I first ordered my favorite "Century Egg Tofu," both cut into dice. The authentic spicy chili oil made it really appetizing, and it paired well with the beer. Then, I switched to bottled beer and tried the "Dried Tofu Salad," which also complemented the beer nicely. Both my husband and I then entered "Shaoxing Wine Time." The "Soup Dumplings" and "Boiled Dumplings" listed on the lunch menu were available at night as well, so we ordered those too. The steaming hot "Soup Dumplings" were delicious, bursting with hot juicy filling. I also enjoyed the "Chinese Pie," which I wanted to reorder from lunch. We tried two types: "Beef" and "Lamb," both were tasty and went well with alcohol. They were delicious on their own, but since they had a mild flavor, adding a bit of the seasonings available on the central table might enhance them. Finally, we had "Braised Pork Trotters," which had a chewy texture and a gentle flavor, perfect with Shaoxing wine. There were other enticing dishes on the menu, but I was feeling quite full by then, so I decided to stop there. I couldn’t help but notice the "hot pot" that other customers were enjoying, but in this heat, I didn’t have the courage to try it. I hope it cools down soon. Thank you for the meal.

I’m excited about a new restaurant that just opened! For lunch, they offer single noodle dishes like mala hot pot, zhajiangmian (noodles with bean sauce), and spicy knife-cut noodles, along with water dumplings and various side dishes that can be shared among a group, allowing us to enjoy a range of flavors. I ordered the mala hot pot, and from the very first bite, it was super spicy—delicious! There are three types of noodles; one is a kind of vermicelli? I'm not sure, but the different textures are interesting. I wonder if this is the norm in authentic Sichuan cuisine. The toppings are plentiful! My friend ordered zhajiangmian, which was also delicious, though they said the bowl was shallow, making it difficult to eat. We also added water dumplings and Chinese beef pie as sides. The water dumplings are delicious on their own, bursting with flavor inside! The pie balances the heat of the mala dish with its oiliness, and the taste is excellent. I hear they serve hot pot at night—I'd love to try that! It was tasty overall, and it feels like a refreshing addition to Takatsuki. Thank you for the meal!

On a weekday during lunch, I decided to explore a new place! I went around 12:30 with a companion, and there was one other customer ahead of us. We started with a refreshing highball, spicy noodles (I forgot the name), soup dumplings, and boiled dumplings. This place is run by someone who previously had a location in Johoku Town, and they have opened a new shop! As always, everything we tried was delicious. They also have a hot pot on the menu that wasn't available before, so I'm definitely planning to try that next time! ----------------------------------------------- 【Daughter of the Signboard Activity Report】 ○ Instagram ○ Tabelog, started in June 2022; ranked 1st in the Takatsuki area for four consecutive months; ranked 1st for the year ○ YouTube (10 restaurant introduction videos) ☆☆☆☆☆ Received the "SDGs Award" at the 2021.9 SDGs Toyonaka Policy Contest ☆☆☆☆☆ <Television Appearances> ○ TV Osaka June 2020, coverage for Chiibo Delivery News ○ ABC TV June 2022, featured in the "Sugiru TV" Takatsuki special <Event Appearances> ○ Main MC at the Takatsuki Expo 2020 ○ MC for Takatsuki Delicious Food Market (2020 - present) -----------------------------------------------

I received the long-awaited news that a "hot pot specialty shop" is opening in Takatsuki, and I've been very curious about it. It seems that it officially opened on June 6. I confirmed that they are also offering lunch, so I decided to visit right away. I entered the shop a little after 1 PM on a weekday and was taken to a counter seat. Since there were no other customers at the time, I asked the owner for permission to take pictures of the interior. The female owner asked me, "Have we met before?" and I immediately remembered her. She used to be the owner of a "dumpling specialty shop" that was located in Johoku-cho. The memory of people in the food industry really is impressive. Here is the lunch menu at Fukuhō, which mainly consists of a la carte items. If they had a Chinese set meal, it would surely become very popular. This includes their signature "hot pot" and various Chinese dishes available as individual items. I ordered "Zhajiangmian (900 yen)" and the owner’s recommendation, "Chinese pie (lamb) (400 yen)." The "Zhajiangmian" was served first. There was a toppings corner with various condiments, and I took my dish there to add chili oil and Sichuan pepper. The rich minced meat, enhanced with spiciness and numbing flavor, was served with shredded cucumber, carrot, and long green onion. The bowl was a bit small, making it somewhat challenging to mix everything together. The owner kindly asked if I wanted to transfer it to a bigger plate, but I thought I could manage, so I kept it as is. I suspect the dish will soon be served in a larger bowl. By the way, the chewy yellow noodles are made from "corn flour." It seems they soak dried noodles in water before boiling them. Next was the half-cut "Chinese pie," which seems to be fried. I chose "lamb," but "beef" was also an option. You can eat it as is, and it had a gentle seasoning that complemented the juicy meat perfectly, confirming I made the right choice. Now I can’t wait to come back at night to enjoy their "hot pot." I’m also curious about their other a la carte items. The owner walked me to the door when I was leaving, and I managed to take a picture of her adorable smile. I’m really glad to have had the chance to enjoy her cooking again. Thank you for the meal! ◎ Blog: [Kokoroma no Ma](https://ameblo.jp/39lohas/entry-12856651860.html)

It was great to enjoy authentic hot pot at a reasonable price, which is rare in Takatsuki! The owner, who is a wonderful lady, provided excellent service. The hot pot course was filling enough for the ladies, with plenty of volume! I'd love to visit again for a girls' night out! ♡