Fish and Somen Izakaya Shin

We offer a daily selection of fresh fish mainly from the coastal waters near Hakata, prepared in a variety of ways such as sesame mackerel, sashimi platters, and charcoal-grilled dishes. The signature finisher, “shrimp broth somen,” is reputed for its clean, refreshing bowl with a pronounced shrimp flavor. Lunch features a rich lineup of fish set meals, including a daily special set and sesame greater amberjack set, and there are also a la carte items like low-temperature cooked chicken liver, making for a menu that never gets boring.

The cozy interior, where a wood-grain counter and a whiteboard menu stand out, is filled with a warm atmosphere that welcomes everyone from solo diners to regular customers without pretension. Not only are the dishes delicious, but the couple’s friendly personalities are also praised; their homely hospitality creates a comfortable feeling, and despite being located in an office district, the place is so popular that seats are filled even on Sundays.

Opened on April 3, 2022, by hanging a hand-painted noren (shop curtain) over a signboard that had been used as a popular tavern directly operated by a fish wholesaler. While centering on fresh fish, it established a unique position with the unusual combination of somen noodles, and in the office district in front of Hakata Station it has steadily attracted local repeat customers for both lunch and dinner, spreading its reputation as a capable restaurant with a Tabelog rating above 4.0.