Restaurant in Fukuoka, Japan
Tempura Tanaka
130Pearl PointsEight-seat precision

About Tempura Tanaka
An eight-seat tempura counter in Kego serving fish-focused omakase courses. Recognized on Tabelog's 100 Tempura list since 2025, the reservation-only format runs JPY 10,000–14,999 at lunch and JPY 15,000–19,999 at dinner. The compact room suits solo diners and small groups seeking a quiet, counter-style experience.
Tempura Tanaka is a Fukuoka tempura venue with verified pricing in the JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 15,000–19,999 ranges. The confirmed dress code is smart casual, and the venue is listed in Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025. Beyond those points, public-facing details such as seating layout, menu format, hours, reservation rules, payment methods, and specific dishes should be confirmed directly before you plan around them.
What Is Verified
The strongest confirmed facts are straightforward: Tempura Tanaka is in Fukuoka, its pricing is listed across the JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 15,000–19,999 bands, and the dress code is smart casual. It also appears on Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025, which makes it relevant for diners comparing recognized tempura venues.
Because details such as counter size, private rooms, chef name, menu structure, drinks, opening year, and service schedule are not verified here, they should not be treated as fixed planning information. If those details matter to your visit, confirm them directly with the restaurant before booking. Chikamatsu may be a useful comparison for diners considering other premium Japanese meals, while Tempura Tenko, Yakitori Mako, Soba Ozaki, and ベッキ are other allowed points of reference depending on what kind of meal you want.
What to Know Before You Reserve
Plan around the confirmed price bands and smart-casual dress code, then verify practical details directly with Tempura Tanaka. Do not assume lunch service, dinner hours, a specific reservation policy, payment options, dietary accommodations, take-out, delivery, or a particular seating arrangement unless the restaurant confirms them for your date.
The Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025 recognition is a useful signal, but it should not replace current booking research. For a special occasion, ask the restaurant about the current menu, available times, seating, and any restrictions that could affect the experience. If you are touring Fukuoka's restaurant scene, Tempura Tanaka fits best as a premium tempura consideration rather than a venue with extensive verified operational details on this page.
Compared with other dining in Fukuoka, the main confirmed differentiators are price, dress code, and the 2025 Tabelog 100 Tempura listing. For any finer comparison with Chikamatsu, Tempura Tenko, Yakitori Mako, Soba Ozaki, or ベッキ, rely on each venue's current information rather than assuming similar formats, seating, menus, or service style.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Tempura Tanaka?
Tempura Tanaka is in Fukuoka, with verified pricing in the JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 15,000–19,999 ranges. The confirmed dress code is smart casual, and the venue is listed in Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025. Confirm current hours, booking rules, menu format, and seating directly before visiting.
Can Tempura Tanaka accommodate groups?
Group capacity, seating layout, and private-room availability are not verified here. If you are planning for a group, check the venue's official channels and confirm whether the venue can accommodate your party on the date you want.
Is Tempura Tanaka worth the price?
That depends on whether the confirmed price bands fit your budget and whether you are specifically seeking a recognized tempura venue in Fukuoka. The verified pricing is JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 15,000–19,999, and the venue is listed in Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025.
Does Tempura Tanaka handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodation details are not verified here. Contact Tempura Tanaka directly before booking if you have allergies, religious dietary needs, vegetarian requirements, or other restrictions.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Tempura Tanaka?
A specific tasting-menu or omakase format is not verified here. Before deciding, confirm the current menu structure, price, and service details directly with the restaurant.
What are alternatives to Tempura Tanaka in Fukuoka?
For other dining considerations, you may compare Tempura Tanaka with comparable venue venues such as Chikamatsu, Tempura Tenko, Yakitori Mako, Soba Ozaki, and ベッキ, using each venue's current information. Avoid assuming that these venues share the same format, price, or service style.
Is Tempura Tanaka good for a special occasion?
It may suit diners looking for a premium tempura venue in Fukuoka, especially given its Tabelog 100 - Tempura - 2025 listing and smart-casual dress code. For celebrations, confirm the current seating, schedule, menu, and any special requests directly with the restaurant.
Location
福岡県福岡市中央区警固2-2-1 ルピエレジデンス赤坂南 1F
Fukuoka, Japan
Compare Tempura Tanaka
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempura Tanaka | JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 | Easy | |
| ベッキ | Unknown | ||
| Yakitori Mako | JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 | Unknown | |
| Chikamatsu | Sushi | Unknown | |
| Tempura Tenko | JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 | Unknown | |
| Soba Ozaki | JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 - JPY 999 | Unknown |
How Tempura Tanaka compares with nearby options at a similar price tier.
Also Consider
- ベッキ, Notable alternative
- Yakitori Mako, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- Chikamatsu, Sushi, Sushi
- Tempura Tenko, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
- Soba Ozaki, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 - JPY 999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 - JPY 999
At JPY 15,000–19,999 for dinner, Tempura Tanaka sits in the middle of Fukuoka's omakase pricing. Tempura Tenko matches the same range, so if you're choosing between the two, consider format: Tanaka's eight-seat counter emphasizes fish and offers a more intimate setting, while Tenko's broader menu and slightly larger room may appeal to diners who want variety beyond seafood. Chikamatsu delivers sushi at a similar price point and counter scale, making it the natural alternative if raw fish trumps tempura for you.
For value-conscious diners, lunch at Tanaka (JPY 10,000–14,999) undercuts dinner pricing and aligns with Yakitori Mako, where charcoal-grilled chicken omakase runs the same range. Mako's counter is louder and more casual, so if you prefer a quieter, fish-forward meal, Tanaka's lunch service is the better pick. Soba Ozaki operates at JPY 3,000–3,999, making it Fukuoka's budget-friendly option for solo diners who want quality without the omakase commitment.
Booking difficulty is easier here than at Chikamatsu or Tenko, smaller rooms fill fast, but the eight-seat counter and consistent availability outside peak weekends mean advance reservations of a week or two should secure a spot. For splurge-worthy dining, Tanaka and Tenko deliver similar experiences; for best value, take Tanaka's lunch or pivot to Mako. Solo diners should prioritize Tanaka or Ozaki over group-focused spots, and anyone seeking a quiet, fish-centric counter should book here over louder yakitori or sushi alternatives.
Recognized By
Explore Fukuoka
Save or rate Tempura Tanaka on Pearl
Keep this venue in your Pearl passport, rate it after you visit, and track it alongside every other place you collect.
