Enjoy the exquisite hamburger steak at "Happy Point," a long-established charcoal-grilled hamburger steak specialty restaurant in Hirakawa, Kagoshima City.

A dish you can't miss on your trip to Kagoshima - Charcoal-grilled hamburger steak at Happy Point

Founded in 1979 in the Hirakawa area of ​​Kagoshima City, Happy Point is a renowned charcoal-grilled hamburger restaurant that has been popular with locals for many years. Its taste, atmosphere, and accessibility make it a highly recommended dining option for tourists visiting Kagoshima.

When you enter the restaurant, the first thing you'll notice is the fragrant aroma of charcoal, building up your sense of anticipation. The hamburger steak is made from 100% beef and is slowly grilled over charcoal to seal in the juices. It's a masterpiece that hits all three boxes: doneness, aroma, and juiciness. The menu includes a burger with 100g of hamburger steak, and a set of hamburger steak with soup, homemade fries, and a drink, each of which comes with a choice of three homemade sauces, allowing you to customize your meal to your liking.

Another attraction of the store is the attached patisserie, Palm Sugar, which offers a selection of cakes and desserts perfect for a sweet treat after a satisfying hamburger steak.

Located in Hirakawa, Kagoshima City, its location near the sea is one of its attractions. Feel the sea breeze from the window as you enjoy your meal, making it the perfect place for lunch or dinner between sightseeing. When visiting, we recommend going a little later in the day to avoid the crowds. It has also become a hot topic on social media as a "long-established hamburger restaurant," with hashtags like "established in 1979," "100% beef," and "charcoal grilled" popping up on Instagram.

From a tourist perspective, key points include its easy access and easy-to-understand menu. It can be accessed by taxi or rental car from Kagoshima Chuo Station. While there are no official menus in English, Chinese, or other languages, the staff are courteous and the restaurant has a long history of success among tourists, so you can feel at ease. Takeout is available from the attached sweets shop, so it's a good place to stop by as a souvenir.

You can also enjoy a stroll along the coast or visit nearby tourist spots after your meal to make the most of your time after dinner. For example, we recommend a luxurious plan where you can enjoy a hamburger steak while watching the sun set over the sea at dusk.

basic information

address

5269 Hirakawacho, Kagoshima City, 891-0133

telephone number

099-261-5453

Opening hours

Lunch 11:00-15:00 (last order 14:30)
Dinner 17:00-22:00 (Last order 21:00)
Cafe time 15:00-17:00

holiday

Open daily

Fee

For details, please check the official website.

Access

[car]
Access: 5 minutes by car from JR Hirakawa Station

parking

Yes