A very nice little Japanese izakaya

🍣 FUKI: Boston’s Cute Izakaya—Where Valentine’s Specials and Tuna Dumplings Shine (With a Few Hits and Misses) Affordable, generous portions, and a photo-worthy vibe (think pretty wallpaper—perfect for a made-up night out with friends). We ordered a ton, packed leftovers for lunch, and left mostly satisfied (check the last pic for receipts). 🔥 The Must-Orders Valentine’s Day Special: 6 stars. The standout—worth every penny of its $25 price tag. The sauce is magic: sweet, tangy, and totally unique. Bonus: They torch it with rum and coffee beans, filling the air with a rich, smoky aroma. Don’t skip this. Tuna Dumplings: 5 stars. Tuna wrapped around crab sticks—creamy, briny, and delicious. The only tiny flaw? The dipping sauce is a touch salty, but it doesn’t overshadow the dumplings themselves. Unagi Donburi (Eel Rice Bowl): 4.5 stars. A pleasant surprise! The eel is tender, glazed with sweet-savory sauce, but the real star is the rice—tinged with (rice vinegar) and sprinkled with sesame seeds. So good, I kept going back for more. 🥢 Decent, But With Flaws Beef Tongue Skewers: 4.5 stars. Tender, not dry—though the edges get a little charred. Still, one of the better dishes. Shrimp Tempura Dinner Set ($19): 3 stars. The fried rice inside is great (fluffy, savory), and the set comes with miso soup—solid value. But the tempura? Thick, oily batter, and the shrimp inside is a bit mushy. Greasy enough to feel heavy. Salmon Platter: 3 stars. Fresh enough, but nothing special—standard sashimi, no “wow” factor. 😐 The Misses Beef with Scallion Skewers: 1.5 stars. Misleading! It’s not “scallion” (green onions) but whole (baby onions)—strong, raw onion flavor that overpowers the beef. Skip if you hate onion. Uni Sashimi: Failed. Bitter and off-tasting. To their credit, they let us return it—but it’s a red flag for seafood freshness. 💡 The Fine Print The ambiance is cute (great for photos!), and prices are reasonable. But be cautious with raw seafood—my stomach didn’t love the uni (mild diarrhea afterward). Stick to cooked dishes or the Valentine’s special, and you’re golden. 📍 FUKI: A fun spot for groups or dates, with one standout dish you’ll remember. #BostonIzakaya #JapaneseFood #DateNightSpots