Restaurant in Iizuka, Japan

Wang Xiang

Name: Wang Xiang
Address: 2778-3 Naiju, Iizuka, Fukuoka 820-0713, Japan, Iizuka, JP
Telephone: +81 948-72-1770
Price range: JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown

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About Wang Xiang

Tabelog Dumplings 100 honoree in rural Fukuoka, serving pan-fried dumplings, karaage, and beef dishes at JPY 1,000–1,999. The six-seat counter offers direct kitchen sightlines in a house-restaurant format. Book for award-tracked dining without city pricing; note the car-dependent location and cash-only policy.

Wang Xiang is a casual venue in Iizuka with a verified JPY 1,000–1,999 price range and recognition on Tabelog's 2024 Dumplings 100 list. It is best understood through the facts that are confirmed: the city, the price band, the casual dress code, the posted opening times, and the dumpling-category recognition. Set expectations around those points, and confirm any finer details directly before visiting.

Straightforward Setting and Practical Expectations

Wang Xiang's verified profile is concise: it is in Iizuka, the dress code is casual, and the listed spend is JPY 1,000–1,999. Beyond that, details such as seating layout, payment rules, group policies, and specific service style are not established here. Smaller or larger parties should therefore check directly with the restaurant before making firm plans. The safest expectation is a practical local meal rather than a page built on unverified claims about format or atmosphere.

Dumpling Recognition and What to Confirm

The clearest reason to visit is Wang Xiang's recognition in Tabelog's 2024 Dumplings 100 list. Specific dish details beyond that award category are not verified here, so treat the recognition as the planning hook rather than assuming a particular menu, preparation, or ordering format. If you have strong preferences around ingredients, dietary needs, or current availability, confirm directly before visiting.

Published planning should stay simple: Wang Xiang is in Iizuka. Verified hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 12–2 PM and 5–8 PM; Thursday and Sunday are listed as closed. Because schedules can change, confirm the current hours before setting out, especially if you are making a special trip.

Wang Xiang's JPY 1,000–1,999 range makes it an accessible entry in a recognized dumpling category. It can be considered alongside other dining options, though each restaurant represents a different dining decision rather than a direct one-for-one substitute. Wang Xiang's appeal is the chance to visit a Tabelog-recognized dumpling venue at a modest verified spend. For group rules, child policies, payment methods, or other practical restrictions, confirm with the restaurant rather than relying on assumptions.

The Tabelog 100 designation gives Wang Xiang a clear reason to appear on a dumpling-focused itinerary, but the rest of the planning should remain grounded. This is an Iizuka venue with casual dress, a JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, and listed lunch and evening hours on operating days. If already planning a meal in Iizuka, it is an easy venue to consider; as a standalone trip, its value depends on how strongly the Tabelog Dumplings 100 recognition matters to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should a first-timer know about Wang Xiang?

Know that Wang Xiang is recognized in Tabelog 100 Dumplings 2024 and is located in Iizuka. The verified price range is JPY 1,000–1,999, and the dress code is casual. For current ordering options, payment rules, seating, and house policies, check directly before visiting.

How far ahead should I book Wang Xiang?

Advance inquiries are sensible, especially if you are making a special trip to Iizuka. The available ground truth does not confirm a guaranteed walk-in policy or detailed seating layout. With a listed JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, checking availability in advance is the smarter move than assuming last-minute access.

Does Wang Xiang handle dietary restrictions?

The available information supports Wang Xiang's recognition in the dumpling category, but it does not establish a detailed dietary-accommodation policy. Vegetarian, vegan, allergy, or ingredient-specific requests should be checked directly with the restaurant before you go.

Is lunch or dinner better at Wang Xiang?

Wang Xiang lists both lunch and evening hours on operating days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 12–2 PM and 5–8 PM. Thursday and Sunday are listed as closed. Choose the time that best fits your Iizuka plans, and confirm current hours before visiting.

Is Wang Xiang worth the price?

At JPY 1,000–1,999, the Tabelog 100 Dumplings 2024 recognition gives Wang Xiang a clear value argument if you are already in or near Iizuka and interested in the dumpling category. The location is Iizuka, so logistics still matter. If you want other dining in the area, other Iizuka restaurants can be considered, but Wang Xiang's specific draw is its Tabelog-recognized dumpling status.

Can Wang Xiang accommodate groups?

Group suitability should be confirmed directly with the restaurant. The available ground truth does not establish a fixed seating count, private-room policy, or billing rules, so larger parties should check before traveling to Iizuka. Advance confirmation is especially important if your group has timing, seating, or dietary constraints.

Location

2778-3 Naiju, Iizuka, Fukuoka 820-0713, Japan

Iizuka, Japan

Compare Wang Xiang

Is Wang Xiang Worth It?

Venue	Price	Booking Difficulty
Wang Xiang	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown	Easy
SANZO	JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999	Unknown
Oshokuji Dokoro Kasano Ya	- JPY 999	Unknown
Yakiniku no Mr. Aoki	JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999	Unknown
Tempura Dokoro Hirao Honten	- JPY 999 - JPY 999	Unknown
菊鮨		Unknown

What to weigh when choosing between Wang Xiang and comparable nearby venues.

Also Consider

SANZO, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Oshokuji Dokoro Kasano Ya, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
Yakiniku no Mr. Aoki, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Tempura Dokoro Hirao Honten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
菊鮨, Notable alternative

Wang Xiang occupies the budget end of Iizuka's award-recognized dining tier, running JPY 1,000–1,999 for both lunch and dinner. Yakiniku no Mr. Aoki costs two to three times as much at dinner (JPY 4,000–4,999) but delivers a wider protein selection and a more polished room, worth the premium if yakiniku is your priority over dumplings. SANZO sits in the middle at JPY 3,000–3,999, offering a step up in ambiance without the full yakiniku investment. For diners prioritizing price alone, Oshokuji Dokoro Kasano Ya operates under JPY 999, but it lacks the Tabelog 100 credential that validates Wang Xiang's quality floor.

Booking difficulty is low across this, none require the multi-week advance reservations common to Tokyo or Osaka award winners. Wang Xiang accepts phone reservations and typically has same-week availability outside of major holidays. Yakiniku no Mr. Aoki runs closer to full capacity on weekends, so Thursday or Friday lunch offers easier access. Tempura Dokoro Hirao Honten, another sub-JPY 1,000 option, skews even more casual but provides tempura-focused variety if you're dining in Iizuka multiple nights.

For counter-seating enthusiasts, Wang Xiang's six-seat setup is the most intimate of the group, though it lacks the chef interaction depth of higher-end omakase formats. If you're building a Fukuoka dining itinerary around Tabelog 100 honorees and want to include a low-cost, logistically simple stop, Wang Xiang fits the bill, but pair it with a Fukuoka city meal to balance the rural detour. If your time in the region is limited, prioritize Iizuka's higher-tier venues or allocate travel days to Fukuoka city's deeper dining bench.