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Just a three-minute walk from Akasaka Station, you’ll find “ALEGRIA” on the 2nd floor of Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City, which opened in 2023. This churrasco chain, with over 17 locations in Tokyo, has finally made its way to Fukuoka.
They serve large cuts of meat, grilled on a special machine imported directly from Brazil, and the churrasqueiro brings it right to your table to slice. With 20 types available for all-you-can-eat starting at 4,500 yen, an English menu, and online reservations—this place is easy to recommend.
Churrasco & Beer Restaurant ALEGRIA Daimyo Garden City (Akasaka Station, Tenjin Area)
When you step out of Akasaka Station and walk north for three minutes, you’ll spot the newly opened Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City from 2023. It’s a low-rise glass building that reflects the city’s light during the day and blends into the illuminated alleys of Daimyo at night. On the second floor, you’ll find ALEGRIA.
You can access it directly via an outdoor staircase instead of an elevator, which is a blessing for travelers with lots of luggage. As you pass through the entrance, you can see the rotisserie machine quietly turning. The aroma hits you, and your body starts to understand what kind of night it’s going to be.
What Makes This Place Special
The churrasco chain “ALEGRIA,” which has over 17 locations in Tokyo, chose this Daimyo Garden City spot as its base in Fukuoka. They use a special rotisserie machine imported directly from Brazil, and a churrasqueiro (a professional who handles churrasco) slices perfectly cooked chunks of meat right at your table. With over 20 different cuts and menu items—like beef picanha (rump), ichibo, frango (chicken thigh), linguica (Portuguese sausage), garlic rice, and grilled vegetables—you’ll have a feast for 120 minutes.
There are 56 seats available, and they can accommodate up to 100 people for private parties (standing). They also offer birthday and anniversary plates, making it easy for inbound couples and small groups to celebrate. With an English menu available, you can enjoy your meal without worrying much about the language barrier. The drink menu, featuring four types of draft beer and over 100 cocktails, adds to the fun of your travel night.
Prices range from 4,500 yen for the all-you-can-eat dinner to around 1,000 yen for the lunch buffet with 15 different items (average lunch). They also cater to weekend lunches, so if you want to “have a hearty meal before afternoon sightseeing,” this works perfectly.
Store Information
- Address: 2-6-50 Daimyo, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City 2F
- Access: 3-minute walk from Akasaka Station on the subway airport line / about 7 minutes on foot from Tenjin Station
- Hours: Mon-Fri Lunch 11:00-15:00 / Dinner 17:00-23:00 (16:00- on weekends and holidays)
- Closed: Irregular holidays
- Tip for Visiting: It’s wise to make a reservation for weekend dinners. Although there are 56 seats, it can get full with private bookings.
Shiro’s Tip
Compared to the authentic churrasco I’ve had in South America, the picanha here is seasoned lighter, making it more suited to Japanese tastes. Personally, I find it pairs best with the garlic rice. The strategy for the all-you-can-eat is to “ask for smaller bites at the beginning to conquer the beef selections, then slowly enjoy the frango and sausage later.” The Daimyo area is perfect for a post-meal stroll, with just the right distance to wander around the nearby Imaizumi café street.
Practical Guide: Accessing ALEGRIA from the Tenjin Area
For travelers staying in Tenjin or Hakata, ALEGRIA is quite accessible. It’s just one subway stop from Tenjin Station (Airport Line) to Akasaka, followed by a 3-minute walk, or you can reach it in about 7 minutes on foot from Tenjin. From Hakata Station, it takes about 5 minutes by subway to Tenjin Station, and then you can walk there in under 20 minutes.
Fukuoka’s subway system accepts major IC cards like Suica, PASMO, and ICOCA. It takes about 11 minutes (around 260 yen) from the airport to Tenjin Station, making it a natural choice for dinner on your arrival day. There are paid parking facilities around Daimyo Garden City, but public transport is realistically faster.
Travel Preparation: eSIM & Transport Pass
Securing a local SIM in advance makes using Google Maps and restaurant reservations much smoother. You can purchase the JR Kyushu Rail Pass on Klook, which allows you to explore Kyushu, reaching Saga, Nagasaki, and Kumamoto from Fukuoka.
Summary: Reasons to Eat Churrasco in Fukuoka
The option to eat churrasco in Fukuoka isn’t widely recognized by many travelers yet. While ramen, motsunabe, and mentaiko steal the spotlight, ALEGRIA Daimyo Garden City is quietly thriving. Having traveled through South America, I can confidently say that the churrasco here does a pretty good job of capturing the authentic vibe.
The Daimyo area is a bit removed from the bustling streets of Tenjin, and at night, it takes on a more relaxed atmosphere. After a hearty meal of churrasco, strolling through the nearby Daimyo shopping street or the café-lined Imaizumi street adds depth to a night in Fukuoka.
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