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What to order at Hakata Mizutaki Toriden Honten
- Must order
- The TENJIN course at 6,600 yen per person: appetisers, goma saba, mizutaki, zosui, dessert.
- Signature dishes
- Mizutaki six-hour chicken broth, Goma saba mackerel, Braised chicken wings
- Editor tip
- Reservations essential, especially weekends. The Yakuin branch is quieter; same kitchen.
CuisineJapanese
Price¥¥¥¥
Neighborhoodhakata
HoursMon-Fri 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00, Sat-Sun 11:30-22:00
Phone+81922720920
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Signature dishes: Mizutaki six-hour chicken broth, Goma saba mackerel, Braised chicken wings
Must order: The TENJIN course at 6,600 yen per person: appetisers, goma saba, mizutaki, zosui, dessert.
Tip: Reservations essential, especially weekends. The Yakuin branch is quieter; same kitchen.
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Location
Address: Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-0027, Japan
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