Not just Suisan Udon! Fukuoka's soul food! Recommended udon you definitely want to try
As Suisan Udon expands into a nationwide chain, we'd like to
tell you about the appeal of Fukuoka udon, which goes beyond just
Suisan Udon!
The appeal and characteristics of Fukuoka udon
Fukuoka udon has its own unique characteristics compared to
udon from other parts of Japan. One of them is the soft noodles (I'm
not a big fan of them lol). Unlike regular chewy udon, these are super
soft noodles that have absorbed the soup well! However, there are other
types of chewy noodles, so I'll introduce them to you later!
Another appealing feature of Fukuoka udon is its broth!
The soup is a deep and rich flavor made from an exquisite
blend of various seafood stocks. This soup stock has a mild yet salty
taste, and you'll find yourself drinking it all up (laughs).
Another feature of udon restaurants in Fukuoka is the wide
selection of side dishes available, such as toppings of tender stewed
meat, burdock tempura, chicken rice, and botamochi!
To top it off, here is the conclusion:
Conclusion: "My favorite udon in Fukuoka is the vegetable tempura bukkake at Daichi no Udon!"
Now, let's talk about the appeal of Fukuoka udon!
The taste that locals eat on a daily basis: "Udon"!
Fukuoka udon is a gourmet food that is deeply rooted in the lives of not only tourists but also locals.
In particular, locals often drop by udon restaurants for
lunch after work or on the weekends. Among them, dishes that are typical
of Fukuoka, such as "burdock udon" and "meat udon," are popular for
work lunches and dining out with family and friends.
Additionally, many local restaurants offer "inari sushi" and "kashiwa rice" as side dishes.
And because Fukuoka residents are impatient, it is said
that the ramen noodles have become thinner as well. However, despite its
popularity, which means that there are often long lines, the turnover
is fast, making it not only a great place for a regular meal, but also a
convenient place to "drop in and have a bite to eat" during busy days,
making it popular with office workers and people dining alone.
What are the three major udon chain restaurants in Fukuoka?
There are three udon restaurants known as the "three major udon chains" that support the popularity of Fukuoka udon.
These have become "West," "Sukesan Udon," and "Maki no
Udon," and are enjoyed as daily meals by the people of Fukuoka
Prefecture.
West
has many repeat customers thanks to its reasonable price range and its
friendly service style that allows customers to add as much green onion
and tempura flakes as they like. I also love adding lots of green onion
to my ramen, so I always visit!
Suisan Udon
originated in Kitakyushu, and is popular for its wide variety of side
dishes, including its specialty botamochi and kashiwameshi. We look
forward to seeing it expand into a national chain in the future!
Maki no Udon
is famous for being "growing udon" (lol). It is characterized by its
extra thick noodles that absorb the soup and increase in volume. At the
same time, there are a wide variety of menu items such as meat udon and
burdock tempura udon.
These three major udon chains have spread all over Fukuoka,
making it easy for tourists from outside the prefecture to enjoy Fukuoka
udon.
About the features and menus of the three major udon chains
Waist: Overwhelming stability!
"West" is a popular udon chain with many branches in
Fukuoka Prefecture, and its reasonable prices and delicious taste have
made it a soul food for locals. It started as a restaurant, but now it
also serves yakiniku and udon. You can top your udon with whatever you
like, such as spring onions or tempura flakes, and I like to add lots of
spring onions to my udon!
Other recommended dishes at "West" include the "Burdock
Tempura Udon" and "Meat Udon" with their well-balanced noodles and
mellow broth. Reasonably priced and consistently tasty dishes are the
hallmarks of West.
Suisan Udon: From its origins in Kitakyushu to the whole country!
Suisan Udon is a chain restaurant that originated in
Kitakyushu, and is famous not only for its udon but also for its
specialty "Botamochi," which was even featured on the Kenmin Show.
Another popular point of Suisan Udon is the wide variety of
side dishes. Among them, the "Botamochi" is a particularly popular item,
perfect for after a meal! In addition, there are plenty of side dishes
such as Kashiwameshi, which can be enjoyed as lunch or a light meal. We
are looking forward to Suisan Udon expanding into a national chain in
the future!
Maki no Udon: Noodles that never get smaller even when you eat them?
Maki no Udon, a udon chain restaurant representing Fukuoka
Prefecture, has captured the hearts of locals and tourists alike with
its unique noodle characteristics. The thick noodles are soft and fluffy
and soak up a lot of broth, and the more you drink the more you get of
them (lol).
There is a wide variety of toppings on the menu, such as
tempura and burdock tempura, which go perfectly with the noodles that
have absorbed a large amount of soup. You can also choose the amount of
noodles, and the style of being able to add as much green onion as you
like is also popular!
Udon restaurants in Fukuoka that I would especially recommend
Although there are many other famous udon restaurants, the one I recommend in Fukuoka is
"Daichi no Udon" !
Among them, the "Vegetable Tempura Bukkake" is superb!
The appeal of Daichi Udon is the beautiful, clear broth and
the large, freshly fried, crispy burdock tempura. The burdock tempura
is always served in the best condition, as it is fried after an order is
placed. The noodles are not the soft noodles that are popular in
Fukuoka, but are chewy, slightly thin, and transparent.
The classic burdock udon and meat tempura udon are also
popular, and no matter how many times you visit there is always
something new to discover. Daichi no Udon is also loved by locals and is
a representative restaurant of Fukuoka's udon culture!
Besides udon, Fukuoka also has a wide variety of side dishes!
When talking about udon culture in Fukuoka, one thing that
cannot be left out is not only the udon itself, but also the side dishes
that complement it.
For example, Fukuoka's specialty "Kashiwa-meshi" is
characterized by the exquisite flavor of chicken and vegetables, and
goes perfectly with the udon broth.
In addition, the inari sushi has a not-too-sweet flavor and
the addition of white sesame seeds, leaving a refreshing aftertaste that
makes it perfect to enjoy with udon noodles.
In addition to the side dishes, other Fukuoka udon
restaurants also have a wide variety of unique dishes. By enjoying these
side dishes together, you will be able to enjoy the charm of Fukuoka
udon even more deeply.
summary
My personal favorite is the "Daichi no Udon," with its
unique burdock tempura and chewy, clear noodles, which give you a taste
of the diversity of Fukuoka udon!
Each store has its own unique characteristics and
commitment, so you'll never get bored no matter how many times you
visit. When you visit, try visiting the local staples to hidden
privately owned shops and experience the depth of Fukuoka's udon
culture.
We would like to draw your attention to other delicious udon
restaurants in Fukuoka besides Suisan Udon, which is well-known as one
of the three major udon chains in Fukuoka.
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