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Japanese restaurant in Fukuoka, Fukuoka
What should I order at Ganso Hakata Mentaiju?
What to order
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Mentaiju (Mentaiko Donburi)
The most frequently praised item in the reviews. People loved its rich umami, balanced saltiness, and satisfying texture when eaten with rice and nori. Several reviewers called it a must-try signature dish and said it was the highlight of the meal.
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Mentai Nikomi Tsukemen
Strongly recommended for its rich, savory broth and chewy noodles. Reviewers repeatedly praised the deep mentaiko flavor, good balance of saltiness and umami, and the satisfying experience of finishing it with broth.
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Pudding
Frequently singled out as an excellent dessert. Reviewers described it as creamy, rich, and not too sweet, with a standout caramel or burnt-sugar flavor and a refined flan-like texture.
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Mentaiko Ramen
Recommended for its rich broth and the way the mentaiko flavor comes through without overpowering the soup. Reviewers liked the different texture from the donburi and found it hearty and flavorful.
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Mentaiko Tsukemen
Praised for its chewy noodles and savory, umami-rich dipping sauce. Reviewers said it was unusual, memorable, and one of the best parts of the set meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
About Ganso Hakata Mentaiju
Stylish, sleek restaurant specializing in mentaiko cod roe dishes, plus dipping ramen.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Curbside pickup
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Smoke-free place
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- au PAY
- Credit cards
- dBarai
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- PayPay
- Rakuten Pay
- Transit IC cards
- V-Money
Children
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Frequently asked
What is Ganso Hakata Mentaiju known for?
It is best known for mentaiko donburi, especially the signature mentaiju served with rice and nori, plus mentaiko tsukemen. Reviewers repeatedly mention the rich umami, firm noodles, and the broth finish where soup is poured in at the end.
What dishes are most recommended at Ganso Hakata Mentaiju?
The most recommended items are the mentaiko donburi, mentaiko tsukemen, and the set that combines both, which many reviewers say is the best way to try the restaurant. The pudding dessert also gets strong praise for its creamy flan-like texture and caramel topping, and some guests mention the mentaiko pickles as a good side with rice.
What is the atmosphere like at Ganso Hakata Mentaiju?
The restaurant is described as cozy, quiet, trendy, and upscale, with a sleek interior and a warm, homey feel. It suits solo diners, couples, and groups who do not mind a ticketed queue or a short wait, and it is especially popular with tourists in the Nakasu area.
Is Ganso Hakata Mentaiju good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ¥2,000–3,000, and reviewers often say the set meals are substantial enough to feel worth the cost. People mention that the portions are generous, with both rice and tsukemen in one set, and that the food quality justifies the wait and price.
When is the best time to visit Ganso Hakata Mentaiju?
Breakfast or early weekday hours seem to be the easiest times, since some reviewers got in quickly around 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. Lunch and dinner often involve a wait, and the restaurant recommends reservations for brunch, lunch, and dinner.
