I went on a business trip alone. I had been wanting to eat motsunabe (tripe hot pot) in Fukuoka for a long time, but I couldn't find a motsunabe restaurant that would allow solo diners. However, I saw a sign at this restaurant's entrance that said "Motsunabe set meal," so I thought I could go in alone. The set meal was around 1,800 yen and included motsunabe, mentaiko rice, and small side dishes. They also offered ramen as a finishing touch, and it was a hearty meal.

Before meeting with a client in the Tenjin area, I wandered around the alleys and found a restaurant that seemed to specialize in motsunabe (offal hot pot) but was offering a one-coin lunch. I decided to try their tantanmen (500 yen) and added gyoza for an extra 100 yen. They also had a free onigiri as a time-limited offer and complimentary coffee after the meal. The service was excellent. Although the tantanmen was not exceptional since it's not their specialty, considering the cost, it was more than satisfactory. This is a great deal for working professionals during lunchtime. Thank you for the meal.

In October, my work pattern changed and I started going to places like Kurume, Hakata Station, and Tenjin in Fukuoka city. It's nice to be able to explore different restaurants. Today, I had lunch at Yonbankan in Tenjin, where I ordered Champon (a dish similar to motsunabe), salad, and onigiri. The onigiri added a nice finishing touch to the Champon, bringing out the sweetness of the vegetables and motsu. The miso soup was also sweet, and I enjoyed being able to savor the vegetables.

I had lunch at a restaurant on Oyabaka Street. I was curious about this place, so I decided to check it out. It's located on the second floor of a building called "Tenjin Broadway Building," which houses various establishments like snack bars. The restaurant is called "Motsunabe and Mizutaki Yonbankan." I was intrigued by the affordable lunch options they advertised outside the building. They had several 500 yen lunch choices like Champon, Tantanmen, and Curry. I chose the homemade beef tendon curry rice. The menu mentioned that it came with either rice balls or salad, but the lady at the restaurant also told me that I could get a large serving. I opted for the large serving, and the curry was flavorful with a nice balance of taste. It had a homemade touch to it and seemed quite high-quality. The lady also offered me a complimentary iced coffee to enjoy with my meal. It wasn't the most gourmet coffee, but it was a nice touch to have it included in the 500 yen lunch. I could also smoke while enjoying my meal, which was a plus for me. Overall, it was a satisfying and reasonably priced lunch experience.

Visit date: Tuesday, December 18, 2018, around 1:30 pm. I was drawn to the sign for a one-coin lunch along the street on the 1st floor, so I decided to go eat there. I took the elevator and the restaurant is on the 2nd floor. The size of the restaurant was decent. I sat at a table. I really wanted to eat champon, but unfortunately it was sold out. A bit disappointed... I shed a tear. This time, since it was a late lunch, I regained my composure and looked at the other menu options. They had jaja noodles, curry rice, curry udon, and tantan noodles for lunch, and I decided to play it safe and chose curry rice. After a few minutes of waiting, the beef tendon curry rice was served. The curry was slightly spicy and had a homemade feel to it, very delicious curry roux. The rice was soft, which I'm not a fan of, so that was a minus point for me... but I shouldn't be so picky. This quality curry for only ¥500 is quite cost-effective. Considering its location right in the middle of Tenjin, I thought it was a very good restaurant! Next time, I definitely want to try the champon! Also, they serve motsu nabe at night. Thank you for the meal! I'll visit again soon! (^ ^)

I visited Yonbankan for lunch, known for their motsunabe and sukiyaki. It was my first time having lunch there. I ordered the tantanmen noodles. The soup was thick and clung to the noodles. The tantanmen was sweeter than I had imagined, even after adding 4 or 5 tablespoons of chili oil it didn't become spicy at all. (I'm not a fan of spicy food, but even so, it wasn't spicy.) They also had champon noodles on the menu, which might have been a better choice. It was a bit disappointing compared to the delicious motsunabe I had when I visited for dinner.

I used it for lunch (^^) 500 yen lunch around here is very valuable! There are limited one-coin lunches! The interior of the restaurant is just like a regular izakaya, but there is a cozy, homely atmosphere. It's nice that there are lots of manga casually placed around, which is a delight for salarymen (^^) There are four menu options, and all of them are delicious! Definitely try the one-coin lunch!

I used it for lunch (^^) It's a reliable cost performance!

I tried it because it was also available at Hankyu, but it was not good at all. The motsu (offal) was small, had strange internal organs, and had a strong smell. However, the soup was soy sauce-based, light, and you could adjust the garlic, so it didn't affect me the next day, which was good.

There is a regular motsunabe without any misses, as well as unique variations like kimchi motsunabe.

Delicious cheap hidden gem snacks.

The 500 yen lunch has great cost performance ⤴⤴

I went to the company's lunch. I didn't know they served motsunabe at night, so I was excited to try their lunch menu. I ordered the jajamen and it was pretty good. The restaurant is located in a competitive area on Oyakou Street, so the food was tasty. The lunch prices were affordable at 500 yen, but it was a bit confusing to figure out what was included in that price. There weren't many customers, so I felt a bit uneasy when entering, and the elevator was small, which was a bit inconvenient.

When it comes to traveling to Fukuoka, you have to try motsunabe! So, I searched for a motsunabe restaurant and heard that Yonbankan is delicious, so I decided to go there. It's located in a multi-tenant building. When I opened the door, there was no customer inside. I was a bit worried when I didn't see anyone from the restaurant staff, but they were actually in the back. I sat in a private room and ordered motsunabe. Despite my initial concerns, the motsunabe was surprisingly delicious. I don't have much experience with motsunabe, so I can't compare it to others, but it was really tasty. Maybe it was just empty by chance?

I remembered when I went on a trip to Fukuoka with my younger sister, and found a review from two years ago... When you think of Fukuoka, you think of food stalls and motsunabe! First, we stopped by a food stall called Mamichan and enjoyed yakisoba, gyutan (beef tongue), and Mamichan recommended a motsunabe restaurant for us♡ We made a reservation over the phone on the spot and headed there right away♫ Actually, on that day, we could only get a late reservation at the motsunabe restaurant we chose, so we ended up doing a "motsunabe crawl." Yonbankan had a cozy atmosphere. We were a bit unsure if we were at the right place, but we had a lively conversation with the cheerful owner and even found out that they sometimes come to Tokyo for events. As for the motsunabe, it looked quite substantial! When we tasted it, the soup was rich and the motsu was sweet, chewy, and melted in your mouth. There were various cuts of motsu, and it was really delicious~ Oh, and the motsu was seared too! It was my first time trying that, and it was surprisingly good☆ The soup had soaked into the motsu, there was no unpleasant smell, and I just couldn't stop eating it♡ In reality, the next motsunabe restaurant we went to was completely different! The atmosphere was stylish, but the food was expensive and not tasty. If I go back to Fukuoka, I definitely want to visit Yonbankan again(^^)/ It will make for the best trip to Fukuoka!! Thank you for the meal(^^)

Located near the company, "Yonbankan" in Kita-Tenjin is an izakaya that specializes in motsunabe at night, but also offers a great value one-coin lunch during the day. It's on the 2nd floor of a building and has a low-key location. With a wide selection of manga, it seems to be a perfect spot for salarymen looking to relax. Time seems to pass slowly here. The champon, made with motsunabe soup, is limited to 10 servings. Even though it was before 1:00 PM, there were still some available. The champon is very creamy with a buttery aroma. After eating, there is a lingering oily film in the mouth. You can choose between a salad or onigiri as a set. They also offer motsunabe lunch for those who want to spend more leisurely time. Additionally, they have homemade beef tendon curry for 500 yen. ● Shop Information Yonbankan 092-731-2545 3-4-28 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City 2F Business Hours 11:30-14:00, 17:00-24:00

Tenjin's "Yonbankan" is a place that offers weekday limited motsunabe lunch, as mentioned in "Rurubu," and I had always wanted to visit. This time, I happened to be near the restaurant during lunchtime on a weekday, so I decided to stop by. The motsunabe lunch is priced at 1500 yen, which is a bit of an odd price. It comes with mentaiko (spicy cod roe) and edamame as side dishes, and you wait for the nabe (hot pot) to be ready while snacking on them. The motsunabe is pretty standard but delicious. It even comes with champon noodles as a finishing touch. Given that it's motsunabe, the price seems reasonable. In conclusion, since it's a nabe dish, it does take some time to enjoy it fully. If you're short on time, it might be a bit challenging. Kittens and I Project.

When you go up to the second floor and enter the restaurant, you'll find a cozy and warm atmosphere run by a family of four: the owner, his wife, and their two daughters. The menu offers tempting options like the 550 yen "tantan-style tsukemen" and "duck broth soy sauce ramen", but I decided to go for the B set which includes champon, 3 gyoza, and 1 onigiri for 580 yen. It was interesting to see that the A set with no onigiri was also priced at 580 yen. As I placed my order, I noticed they also offer a "motsunabe lunch" for 1,500 yen, which made me chuckle. First, they served me the onigiri and pickled mustard greens. The onigiri was warm, fluffy, and comforting. Then, the champon arrived, filled with plenty of vegetables including leeks and burdock root, which was quite unique. The soup had a refreshing yet rich flavor from the motsunabe broth, enhanced by the aroma of leeks and burdock, and a hint of spiciness from the chili pepper. The champon noodles were slightly soft with a good chew, paired with crunchy cabbage, bean sprouts, fish cake, and pork, creating a delicious combination. As I enjoyed my meal, the gyoza was served. The skin was firm with a nice bite, and the filling was tender and flavorful with a hint of garlic. I thought the 580 yen for this set was a great deal, and I happily finished my meal. But that wasn't the end of it! To my surprise, they offered complimentary iced coffee for self-service. Despite the chilly weather outside, the cold coffee was a perfect way to end the meal after enjoying the hot champon. I left the restaurant feeling satisfied and warm, already looking forward to trying the "motsunabe lunch" next time.

Family trip to Fukuoka ~ On the first night, we visited this restaurant for dinner! Since my family doesn't like motsunabe (offal hot pot), we ordered sukiyaki and horse sashimi. Hmm, the sukiyaki didn't have a strong dashi flavor and tasted like a regular hot pot - is this what they call sukiyaki in Fukuoka? The horse sashimi also seemed a bit frozen. It was a bit disappointing. Reading other reviews, it seems like the motsunabe is delicious here.

The night before, I couldn't eat properly after the event ended late, so I sought revenge. I went before returning to Tokyo by plane. The taste was, well, just delicious. The difference from the motsunabe in Tokyo was probably the variety of motsu parts included. It was a nabe lunch, so it came with a small bowl of rice and mentaiko. Mentaiko rice was delicious!