Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten
Sawara, Fukuoka
Restaurant in Fukuoka, Japan
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Price
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Casual
Why go
A counter-only yakitori spot near Nishijin station, recognized on the Tabelog 100 Yakitori WEST 2025 list. Dinner-only service at JPY 3,000 – JPY 3,999 focuses on salt-seasoned skewers in a casual, smoke-filled room. Cash only; book ahead on weekends.
About Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten
Fukuoka's dining scene rewards second visits: its evening rooms can feel different with timing, appetite, order. Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten in Fukuoka earned a place on the Tabelog 100 Yakitori WEST 2025 list. The listed budget is JPY 3,000 – JPY 3,999, with service confirmed from 6–11 PM daily.
Format and the evening experience
Approach Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten as a Fukuoka stop to plan around confirmed basics rather than assumptions about the room. The appeal is direct: a meal connected to the venue's recognized yakitori category, an approachable price band, nightly evening hours. The Tabelog 100 Yakitori WEST 2025 recognition gives it a clear reason to be on a yakitori-focused itinerary. Rojiura Sakaba Gompoji and Bajo So can be considered as comparisons, but the draw here is the combination of yakitori recognition, straightforward value, details to verify directly before visiting.
Lunch versus dinner, timing and value
The reliable planning point is the listed budget: JPY 3,000 – JPY 3,999. Hours are confirmed as 6–11 PM daily, so plan this as an evening visit rather than a lunch stop. That makes Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten useful for diners who want a focused evening meal without committing to a luxury spend. If your schedule calls for another format or a different pacing, Nishishin Hatsuki Honten is one comparisons to keep in mind, alongside other unnamed dining rooms.
What to order and what to skip
Order in the spirit of the venue's Tabelog 100 Yakitori WEST 2025 recognition: keep the meal centered on yakitori. Beyond that, avoid over-planning around any single signature item unless you have checked the current menu directly, since specific dishes and preparations are not confirmed here. Tsukune Seisakusho is another comparable venue name for diners comparing options, but Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten stands on its own through the 2025 Tabelog 100 listing.
Practical considerations
Reservations: Check directly with the venue or a current booking source before going, especially for busy evenings. Dress: Casual. Budget: JPY 3,000 – JPY 3,999. Hours: 6–11 PM daily. Location: Fukuoka. Payment: Confirm current payment methods before visiting. Solo dining: Seating arrangements should be verified in advance. For more Fukuoka dining options across formats and budgets, see our full Fukuoka restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 14-32 Sohara, Sawara Ward, Fukuoka, 814-0005, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/fukuoka/A4001/A400203/40011292
- Phone
- +81 92-843-9525
Planning details
Location
14-32 Sohara, Sawara Ward, Fukuoka, 814-0005, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Rojiura Sakaba Gompoji, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Nishishin Hatsuki Honten, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Shokudo Shiotosake, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
- Bajo So, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Tsukune Seisakusho, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
At JPY 3,000 – JPY 3,999, Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten sits in the middle of Fukuoka's yakitori pricing ladder. Rojiura Sakaba Gompoji charges JPY 4,000 – JPY 4,999 and offers a slightly wider menu with more side dishes, but the counter format and smoke-heavy atmosphere feel similar. Tsukune Seisakusho operates in the same price band (JPY 3,000 – JPY 4,999) and emphasizes chicken meatballs, but lacks the Tabelog 100 credential that draws recognition-focused diners here. For budget yakitori, Bajo So delivers counter seating at JPY 1,000 – JPY 1,999, though the quality gap shows in the grill technique and chicken sourcing.
Nishishin Hatsuki Honten offers a lunch option (JPY 1,000 – JPY 1,999) that this venue does not, making it a better daytime choice. For diners prioritizing value over award recognition, Nishishin delivers a similar counter experience at a lower dinner price point (JPY 3,000 – JPY 3,999). Shokudo Shiotosake matches the price range (JPY 3,000 – JPY 3,999) but skews toward izakaya-style variety rather than yakitori focus, so it suits groups who want more than just grilled chicken.
If the Tabelog 100 credential matters, for many yakitori tourists it does, this venue justifies the booking. If price flexibility or lunch availability matters more, the alternatives above offer comparable counter experiences with fewer restrictions.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten?
Do not assume a specific seating layout without checking current venue information. Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten works best as a recognized Fukuoka yakitori stop, diners who care about counter seats, table availability, or group seating should confirm those details before visiting.
What should I order at Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten?
Use the Tabelog 100 Yakitori WEST 2025 recognition as your guide and keep the meal focused on yakitori. Check the current menu directly rather than relying on a fixed list of signature items.
What should a first-timer know about Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten?
Expect a Fukuoka yakitori experience with a listed budget of ¥3,000–¥3,999. The venue was named to Tabelog 100 Yakitori WEST 2025 and is open 6–11 PM daily. Dress code is casual. Confirm reservation options, seating, payment methods before you go.
Is Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten good for a special occasion?
Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten is better framed as a recognition-backed Fukuoka yakitori choice than as a guaranteed special-occasion venue. If the occasion requires privacy, quiet, or a particular seating setup, confirm those details directly or compare with Nishishin Hatsuki Honten and other dining rooms.
Is Yakitori Benkei Nishijin ten worth the price?
At ¥3,000–¥3,999, the venue sits in an approachable range for a Tabelog 100 Yakitori WEST 2025 selection. The value case is strongest for diners who specifically want a recognized yakitori stop in Fukuoka. Shokudo Shiotosake is another comparisons, but the focus here is the yakitori recognition.
