First Meal of 2025! I Enjoyed My Favorite "Fried Horse Mackerel Set Meal" at Matsunoya
Though a bit late, I recently visited Matsunoya for the first time in 2025. In this blog, I’ll share my experience of enjoying my favorite menu item, the"Fried Horse Mackerel (2 Pieces) Set Meal"!
Reunion with the Fried Horse Mackerel Set Meal
This time, I ordered the "Fried Horse Mackerel (2 Pieces) Set Meal." These days, I don’t often get the chance to eat fish unless I make a conscious effort. Whenever I feel like enjoying fish easily, this Fried Horse Mackerel Set Meal from Matsunoya comes to mind.
In the past, Yoshinoya also offered a Fried Horse Mackerel Set Meal, and I used to go there frequently because of its convenient location. Unfortunately, they discontinued it, so now I rely solely on Matsunoya for this dish.
Smart Mobile Ordering!
When I arrived at the restaurant, I skipped the ticket machine and, as usual, used my smartphone for mobile ordering.
One of the great perks at Matsunoya is that you can get a large serving of rice for free! With the rising price of rice these days, I do wonder how long this service will last, but as long as it’s available, I’ll gladly take advantage of it (lol).
I was really hungry that day, so the large serving of rice was truly appreciated. The total bill came to 830 yen including tax.
Even More Satisfying with a Great Deal!
The day I visited happened to be during a campaign on the Matsuya Foods official app. The deal was that if you placed an order of 800 yen or more (including tax) and paid in advance using d-Barai, you’d get 10% cashback—a pretty sweet offer!
I didn’t hesitate to choose d-Barai for the payment. If simply changing the payment method can get you a better deal, it’s definitely worth taking advantage of. Somehow, food even tastes better when you get it at a discount (lol).
Tasting Report: Fried Horse Mackerel Is as Delicious as Ever!
I’ve had the Fried Horse Mackerel Set Meal many times, but I couldn’t help but smile when reuniting with it after a while (lol).
✅ The crispy texture is absolutely irresistible!
With the first bite, the crispy coating gives way to a tender and flavorful horse mackerel, and the taste spreads throughout. The size is also just right, providing a satisfying bite!
✅ The tartar sauce and the option to change up the flavor are so much fun!
You can enjoy it with the included tartar sauce, of course, but Matsunoya also has several types of sauces on the table, so you can switch up the flavors while enjoying the two pieces of fried horse mackerel.
✅ Plenty of cabbage too!
Despite the many news reports about cabbage price increases, the portion size remains generous. The crispiness is refreshing, and it pairs perfectly with the fried horse mackerel.
Enjoying fish easily at Matsunoya! I hope they continue to offer this menu in the future.
Nowadays, Matsunoya is the only place where I can easily enjoy a Fried Horse Mackerel Set Meal. For someone like me who wants to eat fish regularly, it's truly a lifesaver.
It may not be an extravagant menu, but I really want more people to experience the deliciousness of the crispy fried horse mackerel! If you're interested, definitely give it a try at your nearest Matsunoya. I believe you'll find it incredibly satisfying for just around 800 yen—it's great value for the price!