Restaurant in Fukuoka, Japan
Afterglow
140Pearl PointsSmall-room precision
About Afterglow
Afterglow is a 12-seat counter serving lunch-only curry in Fukuoka's Kusagae district, open since 2015. Walk-in only, JPY 1,000–1,999 per person, recognized on Tabelog's Curry WEST 100 list for 2023 and 2024. The format is straightforward — order, eat, leave — and best for solo diners or couples who can arrive before 11:45 AM.
Afterglow is a Fukuoka venue with a verified midday schedule and a listed price range of JPY 1,000–1,999. It is recognized on Tabelog's Curry WEST 100 list for 2024. Its verified details make it a practical Fukuoka stop to evaluate alongside other Pearl-listed venues such as Syn or L'Ermita.
Midday Service
Afterglow operates Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM, closes Thursday and Friday, which can catch first-time visitors off guard. The verified public details do not establish seating count, reservation policy, queue patterns, or last-order timing, so plan around the published hours rather than assuming availability. For another Pearl-listed option to consider, Restaurant Hana no Ki can be evaluated on its own current details.
Verified Details and Planning Notes
Afterglow's confirmed recognition is in Tabelog's Curry WEST category for 2024, but the verified record does not specify dishes, spice level, service style, payment methods, or seating layout. Treat it as a thin-data venue: the grounded facts are the Fukuoka location, the midday operating window, the JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, the 2024 Curry WEST recognition.
Because details such as private rooms, non-smoking status, group suitability, payment options are not verified here, avoid relying on assumptions when planning a visit. For other Pearl-listed dining, HAMBURGER SHOP Tomiyoshi is another option to compare on its own current details.
Reservations: Not verified. Best time to arrive: Not verified beyond the listed opening time of 11:30 AM. Dress code: Not verified. Budget: JPY 1,000–1,999. Payment: Not verified. Parking: Not verified. Location: Fukuoka.
The case for Afterglow is its accessible listed price range, Fukuoka location, midday schedule, confirmed Tabelog Curry WEST 2024 recognition. The main planning constraint is that the verified hours are limited to 11:30 AM–2 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday, with Thursday and Friday closed. If you are building a Fukuoka itinerary around dinner or need detailed service information, confirm current arrangements directly before going.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Afterglow?
The verified record does not confirm Afterglow's reservation policy. Its listed hours are 11:30 AM to 2 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday, with Thursday and Friday closed. The verified price range is ¥1,000-¥1,999, it has confirmed Tabelog 100 Curry WEST 2024 recognition.
What should I wear to Afterglow?
No dress code is verified for Afterglow. Plan for a Fukuoka midday visit unless the venue provides different guidance directly.
Does Afterglow handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary accommodations and ingredient details are not verified in the available record. Confirm directly with the venue before visiting if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.
Is lunch or dinner better at Afterglow?
The verified hours fall in the midday window: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM, with Thursday and Friday closed. No verified dinner hours are listed.
Is Afterglow good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability, seating layout, service format are not verified in the available record. The grounded planning details are its Fukuoka location, ¥1,000-¥1,999 price range, midday operating hours.
Location
1 Chome-8-25 Kusagae, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, 810-0045, Japan
Fukuoka, Japan
Compare Afterglow
| Venue | Price |
|---|---|
| Afterglow | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown |
| Syn | JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 |
| 明珠ひら緒 | |
| Restaurant Hana no Ki | JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 |
| L’Ermita | JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 |
| HAMBURGER SHOP Tomiyoshi | JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
Key differences to consider before you reserve.
Also Consider
- Syn, French, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
- 明珠ひら緒, Notable alternative
- Restaurant Hana no Ki, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- L’Ermita, Spanish, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
- HAMBURGER SHOP Tomiyoshi, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
At JPY 1,000–1,999, Afterglow sits far below Fukuoka's upscale lunch tiers. Syn charges JPY 20,000–29,999 for French tasting menus with reservation windows stretching weeks out, while L'Ermita runs Spanish-focused service at the same price band. If you're comparing lunch value strictly on price and format, Restaurant Hana no Ki lands in the middle at JPY 10,000–14,999 with reservations accepted and better group accommodation. HAMBURGER SHOP Tomiyoshi competes directly at JPY 1,000–2,999, also walk-in only, but swaps curry for burgers and offers slightly more flexible seating.
Afterglow is the easiest to book (no booking required), but also the hardest to secure a seat during peak lunch hours, the 12-counter limit and Thursday–Friday closures mean your window is narrower than most walk-in spots. If you're prioritizing quality over convenience and can plan ahead, Syn or L'Ermita deliver higher-polish service and broader menus. If you're prioritizing price and proximity to Ōhori Park, Afterglow or Tomiyoshi are your best bets, with Afterglow edging ahead for Tabelog recognition and Tomiyoshi offering slightly more flexibility on open days.
For solo diners or couples who can arrive early, Afterglow is the better pick, the counter format and quick turnover suit one or two people far better than groups. For parties of four or more, Restaurant Hana no Ki is the clearer choice, with reservations and table seating that accommodate conversation. If you're visiting Fukuoka for a single lunch and want to maximize the experience, the higher price tiers (Syn, L'Ermita) justify the cost. If you're staying multiple days and want a low-stakes, high-value lunch between other plans, Afterglow fits the bill.
Recognized By
Explore Fukuoka
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