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20 izakaya around Odori Station, including places where you can enjoy Hokkaido ingredients

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20 izakaya around Odori Station, including places where you can enjoy Hokkaido ingredients

Hokkaido is known as a treasure trove of ingredients. Sapporo in particular draws many people looking for great Hokkaido food. This time, we focused on izakaya around Odori Station in Chuo-ku, Sapporo, and put together a list of places where you can enjoy dishes made with local Hokkaido ingredients. We picked places you can easily drop by, so be sure to check them out.

Created: July 21, 2026

This article is based on2,801Tabelog reviews.

Ura o towa

This izakaya is about a 3-minute walk from Odori Station and lets you enjoy carefully selected Hokkaido meshi (Hokkaido-style dishes).

Lit by warm lighting, the interior is centered around counter seating. It has a hideaway feel, and guests can enjoy food and drinks without worrying about the time.

The carefully selected Hokkaido meshi (Hokkaido cuisine) lets you fully enjoy the bounty of Hokkaido, from classic dishes centered on local ingredients to more refined plates.

The menu changes often, and depending on what comes in, they may also offer special dishes available only that day. For parties of 3 or more, advance reservations are required.

Their foie gras daikon radish features a combination of daikon radish slowly simmered in dashi and foie gras sautéed in a teriyaki-style glaze.

The crisp, fresh heat of wasabi is said to bring out the rich flavor of the foie gras and the taste of the dashi.

n_tank

This restaurant has a hideaway feel. The space is built around a diamond-shaped counter, with an open kitchen in the center, and the lighting is lovely. The food is also recommended, with many creative dishes and yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) made with carefully selected production regions and cuts.

Source:n_tank's review

e-smi395

A slightly upscale izakaya where you can enjoy Wotowa's à la carte dishes. Every dish was delicious. I wanted to try more, but my stomach couldn't keep up (lol). The staff were also excellent. I had a very pleasant meal.

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Meshiya Insuke Tanukikoji Ten

About a 6-minute walk from Odori Station. Meshiya Insuke Tanukikoji Ten is a buzzy izakaya where you can enjoy photogenic dishes.

The fully private room interior has a calm atmosphere. One of its main draws is that you can relax and enjoy your meal in a private space.

The moment it arrives, the "rokushu kaidan osashimi moriawase (six-type staircase sashimi assortment)" gets you excited.

Along with tuna, salmon, and sea bream, it also comes with hokkigai (surf clam), a Hokkaido specialty, served on a staircase-style platter. The seafood is said to be incredibly fresh and nicely plump, making beer and Japanese sake go down easy.

The "Kaisen Hoseki Glass Temaki-zushi (seafood jewel hand-rolled sushi in a glass)" is a popular menu item known for its eye-catching look.

Served in a stylish cocktail glass, it is topped with rich ingredients like maguro (tuna), ikura (salmon roe), tobiko (flying fish roe), and salmon. It is nice that you can enjoy it casually in a hand-roll style.

hokkaido_gourmet

The performance of the seared Brisket flat sushi is sure to liven up the table too! It was my first time trying tako (octopus) with yuzukosho ponzu, and the tender octopus head, sesame oil, and the flavor of the yuzukosho ponzu went so well together that it became one of my favorite dishes. Overall, the food came out quickly, the service was good, and I’d like to come back again. I also appreciated that all seats are in Private rooms and the interior is bright and clean!

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みゆまう@nɐɯnʎıɯ

fully private room. Enjoy your meal while talking at a relaxed pace. Ordering by QR code is easy and hassle-free. The menu is extensive, with meat and seafood. There is also a wide range of à la carte dishes. Many of the dishes look great in photos, and I think the meat sashimi is especially high quality.

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maze

This hideaway izakaya serves creative dishes based on washoku (Japanese cuisine).

The chic interior is spread across two floors, with lively counter seating on the first floor and a relaxed second floor where you can take in the night view. A great pick when you want to enjoy good food and drinks in a stylish setting!

This is their signature menu item, the "Clay Pot rice."

It is a rich version topped with plenty of roast beef over rice cooked in broth made from dried maitake (hen of the woods mushrooms) and fried gobo (burdock root). The crispy and fragrant scorched rice is said to really whet the appetite.

The menu includes items that go perfectly with drinks, such as meat wrapped skewers of shallots, spring rolls with mackerel, and kamo-negi (duck and green onion).

The "Komi Yasai to Yodare-dori" topped generously with myoga (Japanese ginger) and oba (perilla leaves) is said to be so good you cannot stop eating, with the sharp heat of sansho (Japanese pepper) adding a nice accent.

タノン

Not only was the quality of the food great, but the stylish presentation also made it a feast for the eyes. The atmosphere inside is calm and refined, so it is perfect for a date. Even though it is an izakaya (Japanese pub), it does not feel too casual, and the space has a Special feel to it.

Source:タノン's review

ガリちゃん(ガリガリではない)

This stylish restaurant is set in a standalone house. The atmosphere inside is great, and even though it is in the busy center of Susukino, you can relax and enjoy a nice escape from the everyday. They also have a wide selection of drinks, and I got to enjoy various craft gins. The food was also very good, and the bacon skewer my friend recommended was especially tasty!(It was completely different from the kind of bacon skewer I had imagined, in a good way)

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Jiki Minami 2-jo Ten

Jiki Minami 2-jo Ten is about a 12-minute walk from Odori Station. This popular izakaya (Japanese-style pub) serves authentic charcoal grilled yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

The unfinished concrete interior has a modern, stylish feel. The tables are well spaced, so you can enjoy your meal without worrying about the next table over.

The yakitori made with Gitaro Shamo (gamefowl) is prepared by butchering each whole bird one by one, so you can enjoy around 10 different cuts.

The charcoal grilled yakitori is slowly cooked over binchotan (high grade charcoal), and the more you chew, the more flavor fills your mouth. The “tsukune (chicken meatball)” in the photo is said to become richer and even more flavorful when dipped in egg yolk.

Some people visit just for the authentic handmade soba.

The mori-soba in the photo is said to be so good that you can keep eating it even when you're full. It also pairs well with Japanese sake, and you can enjoy comparing flavors with condiments like wasabi and salt.

5460bd

They had a variety of rare cuts, and it was fun to taste how each one had a different flavor. Everything was delicious, but the kata-niku (shoulder meat) and sei-niku (standard meat cut) were especially good! The staff member in charge of grilling was very kind, and I had a comfortable meal.

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Mameco123

An izakaya (Japanese pub) recommended by the sushi restaurant we went to first. It is said to be popular with locals. It was very crowded, but they prepared a large Private room for us, and it was very comfortable.

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Hamakko Tokeidai Ten

About a 3-minute walk from Odori Station. This izakaya lets you enjoy à la carte dishes made with ingredients shipped directly from Haborocho (Haboro) and Hokkaido gourmet food.

The restaurant has a homey atmosphere, with counter seats, table seats, and koagari (raised tatami seating), so you can relax and take your time.

The most popular item, kaki dengaku (oysters with sweet miso), is an excellent dish where the oysters’ creamy umami pairs perfectly with the salty sweet miso.

It is so good that many people order another serving. Since it takes time to prepare, it is best to order it early.

Another dish you should definitely try is the "sashimi assortment," where you can enjoy seafood unique to Hokkaido (northern Japan).

One big draw is that you can enjoy very fresh Atka mackerel, kazunoko (herring roe), salmon, tuna, and more at relatively reasonable prices. The contents of the assortment also change with the seasons.

飲み歩き再開しました

I had a course meal that let me fully enjoy Hokkaido. It included sashimi, shiokara jaga butter (potato with salted seafood and butter), hokke (Atka mackerel), and more. Everything had a decent portion size, and it really gave me the feeling of being in Hokkaido. They also had two kinds of Hokkaido Japanese sake, and I alternated between them and got pleasantly tipsy.

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whitesnow0501

This restaurant has just about everything you want to eat when you come to Hokkaido. Everything I tried was delicious. The pure white corn was especially sweet and amazing, almost like a dessert to finish the meal. Also, the food came out quickly after ordering! The staff were all cheerful and the service was great too. Definitely visit when you come to Sapporo.

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yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), wine, Japanese sake, Q

This hideaway-style izakaya is a 5-minute walk from Odori Station.

Lit by warm lighting, the interior is a relaxing space where you can forget the bustle of everyday life. You can enjoy authentic yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) with a glass of Japanese sake or wine in hand.

You can enjoy yakitori made with Nakasatsunai Wakadori (young chicken from Nakasatsunai, Hokkaido) and pair it with Japanese sake or wine.

The carefully grilled momo (thigh) is said to be a skewer where you can enjoy the firm bite and juicy flavor that only jidori (free-range chicken) can offer. It is served fresh off the grill, so you can enjoy it at its best.

They offer a tasting set of Japanese sake and wine from their wide lineup, with three 50cc pours.

If you tell the sommelier or kikizakeshi (Japanese sake sommelier) what you like, they can help you find a glass that pairs perfectly with the food.

ハルタケ88835

I’ve visited several times, and it’s been great every time. There are of course plenty of cheap yakitori places, but once in a while, it’s nice to enjoy carefully prepared food in a stylish space like this. The sanma (Pacific saury) skewer included in the course this time was absolutely delicious.

Source:ハルタケ88835's review

It was stylish and relaxing, and I was glad I chose this place. We ordered a lot of dishes all at once, but they came out at just the right pace, and we enjoyed them with Japanese sake. I’d like to come again.

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Hareruya

A 2-minute walk from Odori Station, this creative izakaya serves dishes made with Japanese and Western ingredients under the theme of "things you won’t find anywhere else."

The interior is said to feature carefully chosen design details, with warm lighting that creates a cozy feel. The stylish atmosphere also makes it a place where you can relax and take your time.

The "Wa-Hijyo" in the photo is a Japanese-style dish finished with tuna shuto and garlic oil.

You can combine your favorite ingredients, such as shrimp, oysters, ika (squid), and chicken, so you can find a new flavor every time you visit. If you are not sure what to choose, the "Omakase MIX" comes recommended.

The "Choice Grill Plate" is a popular menu item that lets you pick 3 kinds of meat from 5 options including beef, pork, duck, and lamb.

On this day, the three choices were beef Outside skirt, duck, and chicken. It also came with French fries, making it very satisfying.

5460bd

The food was very good. I was happy that the wa-hijyo (Japanese-style ajillo), which combines two kinds of ingredients, lets you pick your favorites from several options. It was rich in flavor and paired really well with wine. The kushiyaki (grilled skewers) and smoked dishes were also high quality, and another big plus was the wide selection of wine by the glass at reasonable prices. It was such a lovely restaurant that I’d definitely like to come back.

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uoo_pooh

The calm atmosphere was not noisy at all, and I could enjoy my meal at a relaxed pace. The food was delicious, and the value for money was great too! I’m very happy to have found such a nice place, and I’m completely Manzoku.

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Shukohibiyori Ateniyoru Seimei Kitaichi Nishi San

This izakaya is a 1-minute walk from Odori Station and sits along Tokeidai-dori (Clock Tower Street).

The stylish interior has a casual feel, while still offering a space where adults can relax and take their time. In addition to the counter seats with a great atmosphere, there are also box-style table seats, which makes the place very easy to use.

Many people visit for the “kuro oden (dark soy sauce simmered oden),” slowly cooked in dashi made with carefully selected soy sauce.

It comes with ingredients like egg, chicken meatballs, and burdock tempura, and you can enjoy it either A la carte or as an assortment. The most popular item, the “daikon radish,” is full of dashi flavor and perfect as a snack to go with drinks!

The “ate assortment” is a popular menu item that lets you enjoy small portions of the day’s kobachi (small side dishes), such as sashimi, simmered dishes, and pickles.

It comes in 5-item and 9-item options, so you can enjoy it on your own or share it. The contents change depending on the day, so no matter when you visit, you can always find something new to try.

はぴ☆ぱら なおりん

The atmosphere of the restaurant is also very nice, with a relaxing space, great ate (small dishes to go with drinks), and good alcohol. With all of that in place, there is nothing to complain about. I was able to spend a very fulfilling time.

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mañana777

A place you might stop by for the ate (small dishes to go with drinks) alone. Drop in casually and have a Quick Drink at the counter. They have a wide selection of Japanese sake, including Kunimare. You can enjoy it nicely served in a wine glass. Every a la carte dish is appealing, and everything from the assortment to the tokibi (corn) tempura is delicious. I also liked the otoshi (small appetizer) tofu, which was smooth and satisfying.

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Ichirin Sakaba

This izakaya is a 5-minute walk from Odori Station, where you can enjoy delicious fish from Hokkaido in robatayaki (fireside grilling) style.

With the warmth of wood throughout, the interior is a cozy and stylish space. Since it is a popular spot, it is often full, so arriving early is recommended.

The restaurant features an open kitchen with robata (fireside grilling) elements, so you can enjoy your meal while watching seasonal fish being grilled.

The iwashi (sardine) robata-yaki (fireside-grilled dish) is said to be excellent, with just the right amount of salt and plump, tender flesh.

The "Sumiyaki Acqua Pazza" is a dish of fish grilled over a robata (fireside grill), then simmered with mussels, white clams, and more.

The moment the lid is opened, the aroma of seafood spreads out and whets the appetite. Adding grilled onigiri (rice balls) to the rich, flavor packed broth to make it like zosui (rice porridge) lets you enjoy every last drop of the seafood umami.

a248bb

The interior is clean and stylish, but it still feels easy to walk into and comfortable to relax in. There are so many drink and food options on the menu that it is hard to choose. Everything looked appealing, and every dish we ordered was delicious. The acquacotta was especially good. You can choose grilled rice balls or pasta to finish the meal.

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たけむ1011

It was my first time visiting. They had a wide variety of seafood dishes, but also robatayaki (fireside grill) items, and everything looked so tempting that choosing was a good kind of hard! lol The All you can drink price was also very reasonable, which I really appreciated. I also got to have tempura made with this season’s first madachi (cod milt), so I was very Manzoku! I’ll definitely be back!

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Toku-chan Sapporo Ten

Tokuchan Sapporo Ten is a 2-minute walk from Odori Station. This nationwide izakaya chain offers a full lineup of yakiton (grilled pork skewers) and sashimi menu items.

The interior has the feel of a nostalgic taishu sakaba (casual Japanese pub). It is said to be always buzzing with lots of customers and full of energy.

"Toku-chan specialty! 3-item sashimi assortment piled like an iceberg" is one of the popular menu items you should definitely try.

The sashimi, shipped directly from the market, is all very fresh, and lets you enjoy the natural flavor of the ingredients.

The perfect snack to go with drinks, yakiton (grilled pork skewers) is made with pork from Hokkaido and carefully grilled over charcoal.

The Muroran buta seiku (Muroran pork skewer) is skewered with onion, and its slightly sweet sauce is said to bring out the good flavors of both the pork and onion.

U事

I started with my personal regular picks: stewed motsu (offal stew), tuna sashimi, and pork skewers. Everything came out quickly and tasted great. As a backup order, I got oden with daikon radish, egg, and muffler (Satsuma-age (fried fish cake)), and all I could say was that it was delicious, with the broth soaked right in. Eating was so much fun and I got to really enjoy the flavors, so I’m glad I came to Hokkaido.

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Gun_ちょここ

An easy-on-the-wallet izakaya (Japanese pub) with great food. The lively interior makes it perfect for everyday visits◎The menu is extensive, with oden (Japanese hot pot dishes), yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), and more. My favorite, the oden daikon radish, was piping hot, tender, and delicious. I ordered this white dish thinking it was pickled cucumber. It was seasoned with a garlic flavor!

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Washoku Izakaya Hebinosuke

This izakaya sits in a residential area a 5-minute walk from Odori Station. Along with local Hokkaido ingredients, you can also enjoy meat and local sake shipped directly from Kyushu, another region known for its wealth of ingredients.

Inside, in addition to counter seats, the restaurant also has fully private rooms with Sunken kotatsu seating, so you can relax and spend your time comfortably.

The very fresh seafood comes in staircase assortments and (Each) assorted varieties of assorted platters.

The house specialty, "Nigiri sushi included! Bold! 10-sashimi boat assortment," is a popular menu item that lets you enjoy very fresh sashimi and nigiri sushi at a good value. It can be ordered for 2 people or more.

"Janosuke specialty! Wakaodori (brand chicken) tataki (lightly seared chicken)" is the signature dish, made with fresh chicken thigh delivered directly from Kagoshima and grilled over charcoal.

They recommend eating it with slightly sweet Kyushu soy sauce, plus grated garlic, sliced onion, and lemon. It also comes in a half size, so you can choose based on how you feel that day.

モリソ

I was Surprising at how cheap it was! They had lots of drinks, and a surprisingly wide variety of food, and with The Beatles playing inside, the old-school izakaya (Japanese pub) atmosphere was great! The staff seemed a little tired lol, but the place was really good. The food was delicious, and I recommend it!

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殿0818

The interior is spacious, and there are Semi-private rooms that can accommodate groups of various sizes, and the place was packed with many customers that day. The course meal had solid portions and tasted great. I found a pretty good izakaya (Japanese pub).

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Izakaya Yuzen

About a 2-minute walk from Odori Station. This izakaya serves Japanese food made with seasonal ingredients throughout the year.

The pleasantly lively interior includes Semi-private room table seating and Private room Sunken kotatsu seating. The spacious layout lets guests relax and enjoy their meal.

The signature menu item, "Kani Maru," is a standout dish made by packing loosened crab meat into the shell.

When you squeeze the lemon served on the side, it adds a fresh tang that brings out the crab's flavor, making it so good you will not be able to stop eating.

The "Osusume Jizake Santen Setto (recommended three local sake set)" is the perfect menu item when you are not sure which drink to choose.

At a fairly reasonable price, you can compare three kinds of drinks, so you might find one that suits your taste! They also have wine, shochu (Japanese distilled spirit), and more, so you can choose something to match your food.

3202fd

It was my first visit, and I thought this was a great place where every dish had that extra bit of care put into it, so I could order anything with confidence! The atmosphere was calm, and both the sashimi and the small plates were delicious.

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ともちゃん64723

I always order the sake-toba (dried salmon) dressed with tama miso (egg miso), and the sashimi is fresh and delicious too. Everything I try here is really good. This hidden gem is close to the station from Odori and is great for daytime drinking from~I also like the kind owner, the staff, and the atmosphere of the restaurant‍.

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Marukaiya Nihon Seimei Sapporo Biru Ten

Marukaiya Nihon Seimei Sapporo Biru Ten is an izakaya where you can fully enjoy Hokkaido gourmet food and Japanese sake.

The interior, with the warm feel of wood, creates a comfortable space. It also has Private rooms of various sizes, which makes it easy to use for different occasions.

The menu lineup is extensive, featuring Hokkaido staples like zangi (Hokkaido-style fried chicken), as well as sashimi and robatayaki (fireside grilling)!

The "Tokibi Yakimeshi" is a dish where you can enjoy the crisp texture of tokibi (sweet corn). The richness and saltiness of the butter are said to bring out the corn's umami and sweetness.

The tsufo-mori (gout assortment) and Hokkaido kikizake set (Hokkaido sake tasting set) are menu items you will definitely want to enjoy together.

They say you can enjoy comparing three kinds of sake while snacking on kani miso (crab tomalley), ikura (salmon roe), and oysters. For an extra charge, you can also do a tasting of limited edition sake.

satsuma no tobiuo

Since I came all the way to Hokkaido, I wanted to eat a real Hokkaido meal... and then I found a place. It was Marukaiya, a restaurant that uses ingredients from Hokkaido. Here too, I enjoyed Sapporo Classic along with Hokkaido no sachi (bounty of Hokkaido). It was really so good here, so I’ll definitely stop by again!!

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はらぺこダイエッター

We visited Marukaiya for a social gathering! The interior was clean and stylish, making it a great fit for a social gathering. They offer courses with All you can drink at reasonable prices, so organizers will probably be happy with it. They also had Hokkaido style menu items like zangi (Hokkaido fried chicken), salmon, and matsumae-zuke (soy sauce-pickled squid and kelp), which made it fun! The food was good too.

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Hokkaido no Shunmi Minami 3 Nishi 4 Uni to Kani to Ikura

An izakaya (Japanese-style pub) on the 2nd floor of the Sovereign Building, a 7-minute walk from Odori Station. This is a casual spot where you can enjoy dishes and drinks made with ingredients from Hokkaido.

There are counter seats where you can watch the cooking right in front of you, as well as box seats, and it is said to be always bustling with many customers.

The restaurant offers a full lineup of dishes made with seafood that is unique to Hokkaido.

This is the "Hairy Crab whole boiled." The Hairy Crab from Hokkaido is packed with meat, and with one bite, its rich flavor fills your mouth. It also comes in large and small sizes, as well as a half portion, so you can choose based on the size of your group.

The "mutenka uni (additive-free sea urchin) and nama uni (fresh sea urchin) tasting comparison" is also a popular menu item with many repeat customers.

The exceptionally fresh uni has no off notes at all, and lets you fully enjoy the sea urchin’s natural sweetness and rich umami. It is said to have just the right level of saltiness, making drinks go down easy.

千歳蔵ノ介

We enjoyed a great meal in a calm seat♪ The en-sui uni (brined sea urchin), kegani (horsehair crab), botan ebi (spot prawn), and karei (flounder) sashimi were all fresh and delicious, and the To finish kani-giri (crab rice ball) was also very good〜!

Source:千歳蔵ノ介's review

gpthe

It was delicious! It really drove home how high the standard of izakaya in Sapporo is. It is also close to the center of Susukino, so it is very convenient to visit. I highly recommend it when you want to enjoy good food and drinks. I would love to visit again if I get the chance〜

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Aburiya Odori Bisse Ten

Aburiya Odori Bisse Ten is a Japanese-style izakaya where you can enjoy ingredients from Hokkaido and local sake.

The upscale interior has a refined atmosphere. It also has Private rooms where you can enjoy your meal while looking out at the night view of Odori Park, making it a place where you can spend an elegant time.

You can enjoy very fresh seafood sourced directly from both inside and outside Hokkaido (Japan) grilled over charcoal.

This is the “mahokke sumiyaki (charcoal grilled Atka mackerel).” Carefully grilled over charcoal until fragrant, the hokke is rich with fat and is said to be perfect both as a snack with drinks and as a side for rice.

They also offer authentic sushi prepared by skilled itamae (sushi chefs).

The “Nama-zushi assortment Otori (five pieces)” is an assortment of classic sushi favorites such as tuna, salmon, and ikura (salmon roe). The “Nama-zushi assortment Miyabi (nine pieces),” which lets you enjoy botan ebi (spot prawn), is also recommended!

305459

First of all, everything was fresh and delicious from the start〜. The small dark ceramic bowl was the otoshi (appetizer), and I was impressed by how much care went into it!!The Shiretoko chicken salad, Tokachi beef steak, hokke (Atka mackerel), and sashimi all tasted great, and it became a wonderful memory of Sapporo.

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まりな14520

Even the otoshi (small appetizer) was good. The best dish was the fried hotate (scallops): slightly rare inside, tender, and coated in a crisp batter on the outside, which made it excellent. To finish, I had the corn and hotate takikomi gohan (rice cooked with ingredients), and that was also delicious and perfect for ending the meal.

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Izakaya Donku

Izakaya Donku is a casual izakaya located a 10-minute walk from Odori Station.

Inside, the restaurant offers a cozy space with a Showa retro atmosphere. If you choose a counter seat, you can enjoy the live feel that only an open kitchen can offer.

This is the restaurant's specialty, tori-nikomi (simmered chicken stew). The chicken is slowly simmered in a miso-based soup until it is so tender it nearly falls apart, and it is said to be so good that once you try it, you'll keep coming back for more.

For those who want something more filling, the Tori-nikomi Rice and Tori-nikomi Ramen are also recommended!

One of the popular menu items is the homemade rare aji-fry (fried horse mackerel), enjoyed with grated wasabi and soy sauce.

Wrapped in a crisp coating, the aji-fry is cooked with perfect heat control, giving it a texture that almost melts in your mouth.

ロティ男

The All you can drink option is good, and even the Japanese sake tastes great, so I'm satisfied. But the food is even better! The menu is appealing, and everything is delicious! The sashimi and toriwasa (lightly seared chicken with wasabi) are beyond the level of a typical izakaya! And yet it's on the more affordable side. I found a great place! I'll come again. It was a great meal♪

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aikam576

As a place to settle in after going to the beer garden. I had a nice time in the old-school atmosphere, which felt very comfortable. The staff were also smiling and lovely, which made the experience pleasant!

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Serori. Sapporo Ekimae Ten

An izakaya where you can enjoy oden (Japanese hot pot dishes), sashimi, and good drinks. It is on the 1st floor of a building, a 6-minute walk from Odori Station.

The spacious interior has a warm Japanese-modern feel. In addition to relaxing Sunken kotatsu seating, there are also partitioned table seats, so you can enjoy your meal without worrying about the people at the next table.

The popular Serori. specialty‼ Sakana Assort lets you enjoy 9 kinds of sashimi at once, and it can be ordered for 2 people or more.

The seafood, including salmon, tuna, and uni (sea urchin), is all amazingly fresh, just what you would expect from Hokkaido quality! The selection changes depending on what comes in that day.

A standout dish served in a fresh style using a saba-kan (canned mackerel) tin as the bowl: “So good. Saba-kan Potato Salad.”

The saltiness of the potato salad, mackerel, and ikura (salmon roe) goes well together, making it perfect as a snack to go with drinks. Reviews also say it is more filling than it looks, which is a nice surprise.

キミエシロ

I visited with a large group for a Banquet. The edamame, rolled cabbage, mackerel can salad topped with ikura (salmon roe), fresh sashimi, strawberry mousse that may have been served as a palate cleanser, tomato Hot Pot, and the cheese risotto that followed were all delicious. It also felt like a place where you could relax even with a smaller group.

Source:キミエシロ's review

aikam576

A spacious interior that feels like a restaurant under a hotel, maybe? It's also nice that it doesn't get too crowded. You can relax and enjoy the All you can drink option. The drinks are properly strong too, so they'll definitely get you tipsy lol

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Robata Izakaya Senba Shamojiro

This izakaya lets you enjoy the seasonal bounty of Hokkaido (northernmost region of Japan). It is a 5-minute walk from Odori Station.

Inside, they have paid close attention to details like the lighting and artwork, making it such a comfortable space that you may want to stay for hours. It is a great pick for anyone who wants to relax and enjoy Hokkaido gourmet food.

The "tokudai shima hokke (extra large Atka mackerel)" grilled robata-style to concentrate its umami is bigger than you would imagine!

The flesh is said to be cooked up tender, and you can really taste the sweet richness of the fat. If you squeeze the lemon served on the side over it, the fresh acidity adds even more flavor.

"Odori zangi (Hokkaido-style fried chicken)," a popular Hokkaido gourmet dish, is also one of the must-try menu items.

The zangi is cooked with perfect heat, giving it a crunchy outside, and with one bite, juicy meat juices fill your mouth. Some reviews even say it is so good they would want to eat it every day.

hiromiiiii_28

The retro interior, with the warmth of wood, is a cozy space lit by soothing lights. There is also Sunken kotatsu seating and Private room seating, so you can relax and take your time. In summer, there are also terrace seats where you can feel the breeze, and spending time there in the cool evening twilight might be just perfect.

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スペシャルクラブ

I visited after hearing that if you register on their social media, you can get oysters at a lower price. I was very Manzoku that I could enjoy properly sized oysters at a very reasonable price. The beer here was also great, and the server was clearly well cleaned, so there was no odd bitterness and I could enjoy it with no complaints.

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Marugoto Hokkaido Hana no Mai Sapporo Kita 2-jo Ten

This izakaya lets you enjoy Hokkaido gourmet, including fresh seafood. It is a 6-minute walk from Odori Station.

The spacious interior has a casual feel. It is well known for having many Private room options that can be used for different group sizes, making it very convenient.

The "zuwaigani (snow crab) tōban-mushi (steamed on a ceramic plate)" is a dish made with generous amounts of snow crab and pairs well with Japanese sake.

The snow crab, packed with rich umami, is said to be so good that it makes you forget to talk while eating. It is quite filling, so you can either share it with everyone or enjoy a blissful moment all to yourself.

The "Umi no Sachi Sashimi Assortment 5-ten Assortment" is recommended for anyone who wants to enjoy seafood from Hokkaido.

It comes with condiments and soy sauce made with broth from kettle-boiled Hidaka kombu kelp, wasabi sesame, and salt, so you can enjoy changing up the flavors as you eat. The contents of the assortment change depending on what is available that day.

けろ松

The hokke hiraki (split open Atka mackerel) was rich with fat, with plump flesh that practically melted in the mouth and tasted amazing, and the grilled sake harasu (salmon belly) was also nicely fatty with a good salty kick and was delicious(⁠✯⁠ᴗ⁠✯⁠)The lamb Teppan-yaki had a sauce that soaked in well, tasted great with rice, and was delicious, and the Sapporo ramen salad was, as expected, a salad with a real ramen-like feel and was very tasty(⁠*⁠´⁠ω⁠`⁠*⁠)

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Hana no Mai is everywhere, but this is the first time I’ve seen Marugoto Hokkaido! Just like the name says, it’s packed with all the flavors of Hokkaido (Japan’s northern island)!! They also have lots of Hokkaido sake!! The madachi (soft roe) was really good〜!! A great place where you can enjoy all kinds of Hokkaido food at low prices!

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Hineri Jaguchi Hai Taishu Shusen Terumae Sapporo Susukino Izumi

This is a new-style izakaya (Japanese pub) with great entertainment value, located a 6-minute walk from Odori Station.

Inside, the space features retro sento (public bathhouse)-style decor. It has a nostalgic feel and is said to be so comfortable that you will want to stay for hours.

You can enjoy the unique experience of pouring drinks from taps installed all across one wall.

The customizable Jaguchi High has a wide variety of options, and being able to choose one to match your food is part of its appeal. With All you can drink, where you can enjoy as much as you like of what you like, it is perfect when you want to grab a quick drink!

The menu offers a wide range of options, from snacks that are perfect for a Quick Drink to à la carte dishes made with seasonal ingredients.

The small, reasonably sized snacks, such as the house specialty "chibi xiaolongbao (small soup dumplings)" and the "Terumae Kushi" named after the restaurant, are said to be a great choice when you want to try a little of many different dishes.

タカジュンランド♫

The drink selection is extensive, and considering the prices, it feels like a great deal. The food is simple, but the overall balance is enough to leave you fully Manzoku. The crowd is relatively young and lively, and the drum can-style chairs are a unique touch you only find at this kind of place. I think this restaurant is perfect for people who care most about price.

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asura91

The all you can drink from the tap was great. The kushiyaki (grilled skewers) and xiaolongbao were cheap and tasty during happy hour. I had thought Thermae was only in Hokkaido, but I found out they also have locations in the Kanto area. It is a place I want to come back to again and again anytime, and everything was very good.

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