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Welcome to Yamatoya, a hidden gem tucked away in Fukuoka’s Jonan Ward. This casual Japanese restaurant invites you to dive into an authentic culinary experience that has garnered immense praise from locals and visitors alike. With a focus on generous portions and affordability, Yamatoya has become a popular spot, often drawing queues before noon.
Dinings here are marked by large, flavorful dishes, particularly the chicken karaage, which has been hailed as the best in Japan. Reviewers rave about its crispy texture and satisfying taste, often contemplating a return trip to savor more of its delights. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, enhanced by a friendly and diligent staff that adds to the overall dining experience. Many customers appreciate the efficient service and cleanliness of the establishment, describing it as a place where one feels like part of the family.
While prices have seen a slight increase, patrons still find incredible value in Yamatoya's offerings, celebrating the balance of quality and cost. If you're searching for hearty, delicious Japanese cuisine in a welcoming environment, Yamatoya is a must-visit. Experience a meal that promises to keep you coming back for more!
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Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
Reviews for Yamatoya
Review highlights
Based on 1,131 reviewsYamatoya is widely praised for delivering an authentic Japanese dining experience with generous portion sizes at affordable prices. Customers frequently highlight the excellent value, noting the combination of large servings and flavorful dishes, particularly the highly regarded karaage. The restaurant’s atmosphere is described as welcoming and friendly, with attentive staff and an approachable owner. While some mention a slight increase in prices, the overall sentiment remains positive due to the quality and quantity of food provided. Yamatoya’s popularity leads to busy periods, encouraging early visits. Its convenient ordering system and clean environment further contribute to its strong appeal among both locals and visitors seeking traditional teishoku meals.
Authentic japanese experience. Not a foreigner in sight, except for myself. Come before 12 as it gets busy. By the time i left, there already was a line outside. The food is amazing and super affordable! The serving is big for its price!
I recommend this place to everyone! The owner of this place showed me the parking lot and is also a very cool guy. I tried delicious food today, it wasn't expensive and I felt like I was in the company of friends. I will definitely come here again. I recommend everyone to come here and try this delicious food.
The price has increased slightly so it isn't as cheap as before. But for such large portions, it's still an incredible value. Big size, low cost, and also amazing taste! This is easily the best karaage I've ever eaten in Japan. It's so crispy with such great flavor. It's a bit far from where I live, but I want to visit more often. Also, the staff are really friendly and working so hard. Thank you for your diligence.
Friendly boss and crew serving generous portions of chicken karaage at affordable prices thru vending machine. Fast turnaround, clean and delicious!
Very good choice of food, huge amount in your bowl and very cheap place
Incredible food in incredible quantities at incredible prices. They're definitely targeting the college student market. The food, first of all, is really really good. They're famous for their karaage-don, but their buta-don is even more amazing. Even their shredded cabbage is good. No place in town can beat this place's calories per yen ratio. If you're a small eater, you may want to split one with someone else.
Take out to eat in the car. It's cheap and so good! Bought my karage set at 460 yen. I think if you add rice add few more yen. If you traveling in a group can share the rice. Oh you should reheat the food before you go so you can eat it hot.
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Tuesday 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Wednesday 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Thursday 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Sunday Closed
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