Tabelog ratingTantele Fuji (タンテール富士) has built a formidable reputation around one specific dish: its salt-grilled oxtail (テール塩焼き, te-ru shioyaki). Reviewers consistently describe it as the reason to visit, praising the large, bone-in pieces with their crispy exterior and collagen-rich meat that melts in the mouth. It's a unique preparation that has earned the restaurant a loyal following among both locals and international visitors.
Beyond the star attraction, guests frequently praise the house fried rice (やきめし, yakimeshi), noted for its dry, well-separated grains and an optional garlic-soy sauce that many call the 'best ever'. Other popular orders include the premium grilled beef tongue (上タン焼き, jo-tan-yaki) and fresh offal sashimi like heart (ハツ刺し, hatsu-sashi). The owner is known for his warm send-offs, and the restaurant offers a broad selection of shōchū.
However, the experience can be inconsistent. Some visitors report brusque or inattentive service from junior staff, and dishes can occasionally be slow to arrive. The lively atmosphere can become noisy with large groups, and a few reviewers found the Chinese-language menu unclear. While most dishes are excellent, there are sporadic reports of misses, such as overcooked beef tongue.
Despite these points, most consider Tantele Fuji excellent value. Reviewers recently paid around ¥1,500 for a small portion of the salt-grilled oxtail and ¥2,100 for premium beef tongue. The famous fried rice was about ¥850–¥1,200. Expect a total dinner spend of ¥8,000–¥9,999 per person, a price most feel is justified by the quality and uniqueness of the food.
- Booking: Reservations are essential and should be made weeks, or even months, in advance. The restaurant is extremely popular and walk-ins are unlikely to be seated.
- Time Limit: Be aware that a seating time limit of 1.5 to 2 hours may be enforced during busy periods.
- Getting There: Located in Akasaka, Fukuoka, about an 8-minute walk from Akasaka Station.
- Seating: The restaurant has table seating, counter seats, and traditional sunken horigotatsu seating where you will need to remove your shoes.
- Payment: Major credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners) and PayPay are accepted. Other forms of electronic money are not.
- Language: Multilingual menus (English, Korean, Chinese) are reportedly available, and staff are helpful to non-Japanese guests.
- Smoking: The restaurant is non-smoking inside, with a designated smoking area outside.
- Parking: No dedicated parking is available, but there are paid parking lots nearby.
