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Unagi restaurant in Fukuoka, Fukuoka
What should I order at Yoshizuka Unagi?
What to order
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Unaju
Recommended for its perfectly grilled eel, crisp skin, and soft flesh, with a sauce served separately so you can control the flavor balance. Reviewers highlighted how satisfying and memorable it was over rice.
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Shirayaki
Recommended because it showcases the eel’s pure flavor without sauce, and reviewers loved its clean taste, smoky aroma, and delicate texture. It was described as especially good with wasabi and soy sauce.
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Kimosui
Recommended as a traditional side soup made with eel liver, appreciated for complementing the eel meal. Reviewers mentioned it as a comforting, classic choice alongside the main dishes.
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Eel Rice
Frequently praised for the crispy-outside, tender-inside eel paired with well-balanced sauce over rice. Reviewers repeatedly described it as delicious, high quality, and one of the best eel rice experiences in Fukuoka.
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Fried Unagi Bones
Mentioned as a worthwhile extra item to try or take home, with a crunchy texture that some reviewers enjoyed with beer. It stood out as a popular side/snack for eel lovers.
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Tamago
Specifically mentioned as a side ordered with the unagi box and included among the recommended items. While not described in detail, it appears as part of a satisfying eel meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
About Yoshizuka Unagi
Long-standing, casual restaurant for grilled unagi eel set meals with rice & soup.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- All you can drink
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Private dining room
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Smoke-free place
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Cash-only
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking garage
- Free parking lot
- On-site parking
Frequently asked
What is Yoshizuka Unagi known for?
It is best known for unagi-don and eel rice bowls, especially grilled eel served over rice with soup or in a jubako box. Reviewers repeatedly praise the tender texture, smoky aroma, and rich sauce, and many call it one of the best eel meals in Fukuoka.
What dishes are most recommended at Yoshizuka Unagi?
Reviewers most often recommend the eel rice bowl or unagi-don, unagi jyu in a jubako box, eel omelette, akadashi or miso soup with eel liver, and deep-fried eel bones. The grilled eel is the clear favorite, while the eel egg roll and eel bone snacks are mentioned as worthwhile extras for people who want to try more than one eel preparation.
What is the atmosphere like at Yoshizuka Unagi?
The restaurant is described as quiet, cozy, and spacious, with a traditional Japanese interior and a modern, comfortable feel. It suits solo diners, couples, families, groups, and business lunches, and some reviews mention private rooms, counter seating, and a serene window view.
Is Yoshizuka Unagi good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is ¥3,000 to ¥5,000, and reviewers say the portions are filling even at the smaller size. Some meals with extra eel dishes and sides can run closer to 9,000 yen, but many still feel the quality of the unagi and the set meal experience justify the cost.
Do you need a reservation or should you expect a wait at Yoshizuka Unagi?
Yes, reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner because the restaurant is usually busy and lines are common. Reviewers say the wait can be just a few minutes at quieter times, but it can also stretch to over 2 hours during peak lunch periods, so booking ahead is the safest choice.
Is parking available at Yoshizuka Unagi?
Yes. Free parking garage, Free parking lot, On-site parking is available.
Is Yoshizuka Unagi kid-friendly?
Yes, Yoshizuka Unagi is good for kids.
