Steak in Hokkaido! 20 popular spots by area that you can enjoy with both your eyes and your taste buds

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Teppan-yaki Ishikari is a Teppan-yaki restaurant on the top floor of ANA Crown Plaza Hotel Sapporo, about a 7-minute walk from JR Sapporo Station.

The interior has a refined, grown-up feel, with mainly counter seating and just one paid Private room. It is a high quality space available by reservation only.

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A full lineup of rich menu items lets you enjoy the blessings of Hokkaido just as they are. Shiraoi Wagyu, Soya Kurogyu (Soya black beef), seafood, and vegetables are grilled and then brought right in front of you to be served.

One of the highlights is the "Ishikari Special Hokkaido Gourmet Course," and they also offer courses where you can choose the main dish as well as lunch, giving you a wide range of ways to enjoy the restaurant.

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Many reviews say that enjoying Teppan-yaki dishes and drinks while taking in the night view makes for a luxurious time.

The "Shiraoi Wagyu" steak has a melt-in-your-mouth texture, with an excellent balance of fat and lean meat. It also pairs well with salt and garlic chips, which are said to add more depth to the flavor.

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"Steak & Wine Ishizaki" hz is a Teppan-yaki restaurant about a 1-minute walk from Susukino Station on the subway. The restaurant has window-side counter seats and fully private rooms.

The refined space has a grown-up atmosphere. It is also recommended for meals on special occasions.

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They serve carefully selected Wagyu without aging it, so you can enjoy its natural aroma and rich flavor straight.

The photo shows the "Ishizaki Special Wagyu Strip loin steak 100g" and "grilled vegetables." Even the bread topped with the grilled meat is delicious, so you can enjoy every last bite.

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The popular "cold roast beef plate" is a carefully made dish that lightly sears the surface of rare Ezo Tajima Gyu (Ezo Tajima beef) and lets you enjoy the inside rare.

The naganegi (long green onion), momiji oroshi (grated daikon with chili), yakumi (condiments), and special sauce pair perfectly, and it is said to have a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The finish is surprisingly clean, and it goes perfectly with wine and Japanese sake.

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YANAGI TePPaN UNBORN GASTRONOMY is a Teppan-yaki steak restaurant by reservation only, about a 3-minute walk from Susukino Station on the Namboku subway line. Its creative and new style is popular.

The chic, modern interior is a stylish space with 12 counter seats. The live kitchen, which starts all at once like a theater performance, is said to be part of its appeal.

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They value local ingredients and serve Teppan-yaki that lets you enjoy Hokkaido ingredients just as they are.

They use rare Wagyu like kobuguro, raised on kombu kelp and available only at a limited number of restaurants even in Sapporo, as well as Kutchan-jaga "Goyonmaru." Some say the steak, cooked with perfect heat, was outstanding.

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The steak Omakase course features creative dishes that will instantly lift your spirits.

Items such as a sphere of fermented gazpacho, a foie gras hamburger, and grilled asparagus change with the seasons, and each one has the presence of a main dish. Some say it makes them want to come back in a different season.

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The Meat Shop is a meat-focused restaurant about a 4-minute walk from JR Sapporo Station. The interior has an American casual feel, with wood grain, brick, and stone accents.

It has spacious table seating and counter seats. It is a good choice whether you want to enjoy a relaxed meal with friends or family, or grab a quick meal on your own.

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Their style is to serve carefully selected meat in its best condition. The lineup is impressive, with red meat and Aged meat that are slowly cooked as whole cuts, plus gibier such as Ezojika (Hokkaido venison), inoshishi (wild boar), and kamo (duck).

The top recommendation is the "5 Meat Plan." You can enjoy a variety of meats at once, and it comes with 120 minutes of All you can drink.

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The lunch set menu comes in many varieties, with options like Hokkaido Spencer roll steak and Strip loin. You can also choose the amount of meat and whether you want it cut or left uncut to suit your preference.

The photo shows the "Outside skirt steak lunch." Reviews also said it has a tender texture and just the right amount of fat.

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Sumibiniku-yaki Soko CONOYOSHI is a charcoal grill restaurant about a 5-minute walk from Odori Station on (Each) subway line.

The warm interior is an adult space with soft jazz playing, and it offers lantern-lit table seating and counter seats with a calm atmosphere.

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You can enjoy Wagyu and Hokkaido beef grilled over charcoal. The menu also uses plenty of local vegetables, making it very satisfying.

They also have more than 100 kinds of wine, so pairing them with the steak is part of the fun.

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The popular lunch item is the "Wagyu Steak Rice bowl." It is known for its beautiful presentation, and people say both the steak and roast beef are tender.

You can choose between ponzu sauce and a wine based sauce, and some also say the dashi (soup stock) in the miso soup has a nice aroma.

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"STEAK&HAMBURG Hige Minami 6-jo Ten" is a Teppan-yaki specialist for Hamburger Steak and steak dishes, about a 5-minute walk from Susukino Station on the Namboku Subway Line.

The stylish interior has counter seats only. It has a casual atmosphere that makes it easy to visit alone and comfortable for guests with children.

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You can enjoy Special steaks and Hamburger Steak served on a piping hot Teppan-yaki griddle. The top recommendation is the “Lamburg & Lamb Top sirloin.”

The meaty lamb Hamburger Steak is said to be excellent, and the lamb cooked to just the right doneness is also well liked. It is a dish that pairs well with both drinks and rice.

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At lunch, the popular choice is the "Coarsely Ground Hamburger Steak & Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu) Cut Steak." The Spencer roll is nicely seasoned with spices, has a pleasant springy texture, and comes cut into easy-to-eat pieces.

The Hamburger Steak is full of juices, and another nice point is that free refills of rice and miso soup are included.

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Steak House Maho no Ranpu Maruyama Ten is a steak restaurant about a 12-minute walk from Maruyama Koen Station on the Tozai Subway Line.

The interior has a stylish cafe-like layout, with both counter and table seating, making it a versatile place for many occasions.

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This restaurant is known for its authentic steaks, loved by fans of lean cuts, with a wide range of parts and sizes to choose from.

The "Outside skirt steak" is a popular dish, loved for its satisfying bite and juicy fat. It also goes well with both rice and red wine.

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If you want a dish that feels a little different from the usual, the "Beef Tongue steak" is recommended. The pleasantly tender tongue goes very well with the salty sauce, creating a simple yet satisfying taste.

Cooked to a nice medium rare, it brings out the unique texture that makes tongue so good.

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Steak Maruyama is a Teppan-yaki restaurant located at the foot of Maruyama, about a 10-minute walk from Maruyama Koen Station on the Tozai subway line.

The main seating is at the counter, where you can enjoy views that change with the seasons. Every seat is equipped with a teppan grill, so you can also enjoy the live cooking right in front of you.

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You can enjoy Teppan-yaki made with plenty of ingredients from Hokkaido. The "kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu) filet steak" is said to be cooked to perfection and tastes excellent.

It is served with garlic, rock salt, and black pepper on the side. The simple seasoning is said to bring out the meat’s flavor even more.

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Lunch includes not only steak but also seafood courses, offering a wide range of flavors to enjoy.

The “Seafood Course B” features Teppan-yaki shrimp and awabi (abalone). The awabi comes with a kimo shoyu sauce (liver soy sauce), whose moderate richness is said to bring out the umami.

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21CLUB is a Teppan-yaki restaurant located on the 25th floor of Premier Hotel Nakajima Park Sapporo, about a 4-minute walk from Nakajima Koen Station on the Namboku Subway Line.

From the Semi-private rooms and fully private rooms, guests can look out over the scenery of Sapporo, and the calm atmosphere is part of its appeal. It is said to offer a high-quality space suited to a wide range of occasions.

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The menu features Teppan-yaki dishes centered on marbled Wagyu grilled right in front of you by the chef, paired with seasonal ingredients.

The live feel of enjoying the meal while taking in the aromas and sounds is part of the appeal, and every plate brings out the best of the ingredients.

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Even at lunch, they offer course-style meals such as the "Special A-5 Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) Teppan-yaki Lunch."

The lineup is easy to follow, letting you enjoy the meal step by step from Appetizers and salad to your choice of steak and dessert. They say you can really taste the natural sweetness and rich flavor of both the meat and the vegetables.

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Kaki to Niku Tengoku Sapporo is a specialty restaurant for oysters and meat, located about a 2-minute walk from Susukino Station on the Namboku Subway Line. The steaks are served on sizzling hot Teppan-yaki plates.

The interior has a natural wood-grain look and feels cozy and comfortable. It has table seating and counter seating, as well as a Private room that can accommodate up to 8 people.

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The lineup includes Domestic Spencer roll, Outside skirt, and rare cuts such as Outside knuckle. The Outside knuckle is cooked rare, and while it is a lean cut, it still has plenty of juicy flavor.

Served on a piping hot Teppan-yaki plate is the "Yamamori Harami Steak Yama Wasabi Tower." It is said to be a dish where the rich cheese pairs very well with the meat's fat.

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The exceptionally fresh live oysters delivered directly every morning come in a wide variety, and the oyster meister serves Special oysters with house-style touches.

The “Katsu Kaki 3-shu Tabe Kurabe (three-kind live oyster tasting)” is a popular menu item because you can enjoy the differences in production region and flavor all at once.

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"Teppan-yaki DINING KEN" is a Teppan-yaki restaurant about a 5-minute walk from Sumikawa Station on the Namboku Subway Line. Its chic and calm atmosphere is part of its appeal.

The compact interior has only counter and table seating. It works well for a wide range of occasions.

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They serve four cuts of Hokkaido Wagyu, including top sirloin, fillet, sirloin cap, and Chateaubriand.

The dinner course features seasonal seafood and Hokkaido vegetables grilled on a teppan-yaki (iron griddle). The rare cut "sirloin cap" comes from the tip of the rump and is said to stand out for the sweet richness of its marbling and the savory taste of the lean meat.

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If you want to enjoy vegetables from Hokkaido, the "vegetable assortment" is recommended.

It even includes kūshinsai (water spinach), which is rare for a leafy vegetable selection, and the lotus root is said to have a soft, starchy texture with a nice bite. The shiitake is grilled on the Teppan-yaki, giving it a finish that lets its savory flavor spread with every bite.

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NYU MEAT is a meat specialty restaurant located on the B2 floor of the commercial complex moyuk SAPPORO, about a 3-minute walk from Odori Station on the subway lines.

Its open space makes it easy to stop by casually. There are table seats and counter seats, so it works well for a wide range of occasions.

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They serve steaks and hamburgers made with lean beef from dairy cows raised in Hokkaido (Japan).

The "Top sirloin steak" prepared by lean meat specialists is tender, with sweet, lean meat. Even with just salt and pepper, you can taste its rich flavor and enjoy the meat's natural taste.

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According to reviews, the "rich soft serve" is also well liked. It uses milk from contracted free-range dairy farms and is light yet has richness and a smooth texture.

It is a dessert that lets you enjoy a rich milk flavor and is perfect as an after-meal dessert.

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STEAK HOUSE es Susukino Ten is a steakhouse by reservation only on the top floor of a building directly connected to Susukino Station on the subway.

The casual interior, with its eye catching red furniture, has counter seats and a bar counter.

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They buy a whole Kachibushi Tozaigyu (Kachibushi West Beef) and serve each cut with its own best cooking method.

One recommended dish is the impressive and hearty-looking "Tozaigyu (Kachibushi West Beef) 4mm T-bone steak." It is a dish that lets you compare the thick-cut Tenderloin and Strip loin.

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They also offer wines selected by a sommelier and cocktails made by a bartender.

They serve more than 80 kinds of drinks, including the "Seasonal Fresh Fruit Cocktail" and the "Bartender-Made Highball." There is also a 120-minute All you can drink option, and some reviews said they were able to enjoy a wide range of drinks.

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TEPPAN YARO is a Teppan-yaki restaurant about a 1-minute walk from Kita 24-jo Station on the Namboku subway line. It has an upscale feel and is recommended for celebrations and surprises.

The interior is a calm space inspired by Kyoto Gion (Kyoto's Gion district), with table and counter seating.

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They serve dishes cooked on a piping hot Teppan-yaki grill. The ingredients include Hokkaido-produced Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu) and fresh seafood.

The "Dosan Kuroge Wagyu Filet Steak" is known for its balance of rich lean meat flavor and just the right amount of fat. Cooking it on the Teppan-yaki grill brings out a nice savory aroma as well.

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Reviews say the a la carte uni-horen (sea urchin and spinach) is popular. The spinach is well seasoned, making it easy to pair with drinks.

The fresh uni is said to be rich and slightly sweet, making this a flavorful dish.

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Teppan-yaki Dining Ebisu is a hideaway restaurant in a great location, about a 1-minute walk from Susukino Station on the Nanboku Subway Line.

The main floor has counter seats where you can enjoy the live atmosphere, along with comfortable table seating and sofa seating.

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You can enjoy Special ingredients such as Hokkaido Wagyu, Akkeshi (a production region in Hokkaido) oysters, and live lobster prepared Teppan-yaki.

The rare bone-in Wagyu comes in two cuts, Strip loin and fillet, with a nice balance of lean meat flavor and just the right amount of fat. Restaurants that serve Wagyu "T-bone steak" are said to be rare even across Japan.

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The seafood selection is also extensive, with items like oysters, live omar ebi (lobster), and grilled tsubugai (whelk) on the lineup.

You can compare both raw and steamed grilled Akkeshi kaki Maruemon oysters, which are said to be plump and springy raw, and rich in flavor when steamed.

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Teppan-yaki BF is a Teppan-yaki restaurant about a 3-minute walk from Susukino Station on the subway Namboku Line.

The interior centers around 12 counter seats and has a calm, grown-up atmosphere. It is easy to use for a wide range of occasions, including special occasions.

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They source top grade ingredients such as Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu), tarabagani (red king crab), and Ezo awabi (Ezo abalone), and skilled chefs make the most of each one to create first class plates.

In the "Kuroge Wagyu steak course," you can choose either fillet or Strip loin. The rich fat that melts the moment it hits your mouth is said to be superb.

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The "Course with lobster and Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu) steak" is also highly recommended.

The lobster is flambéed while still fresh and goes perfectly with a sauce made with dashi (Japanese soup stock). By bringing together Teppan-yaki techniques and French cooking methods, the dishes are said to offer originality in both appearance and taste.

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"Niku no Kappo Tamura Honten" is a meat specialty restaurant in Abashiri District, just a short distance from Bihoro Station on the JR Sekihoku Main Line. The interior is bright and clean.

It offers a variety of seating options, including Private room seating with lattice doors and chairs, raised Private room seating, and box seats in the main hall, making it easy to choose the right setting for the occasion.

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They offer a lineup of good ingredients from across Hokkaido, centered on Special ingredients gathered from the land of Okhotsk.

You can find a full lineup of several kinds of Wagyu, including Bihoro Wagyu, Kitami Wagyu, Tokachi Naitai Wagyu, and Abashiri Wagyu. In the steak courses and set meals, you can fully enjoy the rich flavor of each cut.

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The photo shows the popular "Double Steak Lunch," a hit in customer reviews.

The cut steak uses lean beef, with a tender and refined texture even though it is low in fat. The Hamburger Steak is juicy and finely textured, and paired with its mildly seasoned sauce, it even makes a good snack to go with wine.

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This is a stone grill specialty restaurant founded in 1978, a 5-minute walk from Asahikawa Station on the JR Soya Main Line.

The restaurant has Private room options including Sunken kotatsu seating, table seating, and Semi-private room zashiki seating, each with a different feel. It works well for family meals, special occasions, and other needs depending on the occasion.

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For its kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) steaks, the restaurant serves Mie Prefecture Matsusaka beef Strip loin and Tenderloin, as well as Furano Wagyu Strip loin.

The "Gokujō Course" is said to be a luxurious course where you can enjoy beautifully marbled roast, Tenderloin, as well as ebi (shrimp) and hotate (scallops). The fine marbling is said to give it a refined taste.

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"Ishiyaki Steak" is a dish cooked on a stone plate, where the far infrared effect helps bring out the natural flavor of the ingredients without compromising it, for a juicy and tasty bite.

The restaurant also gets good reviews for dishes like "jukusei kuroge Wagyu sukiyaki (aged Japanese Black Wagyu sukiyaki)" and "dashi shabu (broth shabu-shabu)," which let you enjoy meat umami in both styles.

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This is a Teppan-yaki specialty restaurant on the 8th floor of Hakodate Kokusai Hotel Nishikan, about an 8-minute walk from Hakodate Station on the JR Hakodate Main Line.

It faces the waterfront and sits in a good spot for sightseeing in Hakodate. There are 10 counter seats in total and 1 Private room, making it a high-quality space that is also recommended for meals on Special days.

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They carefully select seasonal ingredients, including Shiraoi Wagyu, a Japanese Black breed raised in Hokkaido’s pure water and natural surroundings, as well as Ezo awabi (Ezo abalone) and vegetables from Hokkaido.

They grill these premium ingredients in a dynamic style to bring out their natural flavors.

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Lunch and dinner are served as course meals, and the steaks are popular for bringing out the full flavor of the ingredients with perfectly judged cooking.

Another draw is the live feel of seeing the dishes finished right in front of you. The wine pairing, which makes the meal even more enjoyable, is also well received.

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Kirameki is a Teppan-yaki specialty restaurant located in Chitose Noren Street, about a 15-minute walk from Chitose Station on the JR Chitose Line.

The small interior has 10 counter seats and offers a casual space that is easy to visit even on your own. It is said to be a place where you can casually enjoy Teppan-yaki dishes for lunch or dinner.

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The A5-rank Hokkaido Wagyu lineup is extensive, with cuts such as Outside knuckle, Tenderloin, Top sirloin, Sirloin cap, tongue, and beef Heart.

The popular "niku-mori (meat assortment)" is a dish that lets you enjoy steaks made from meats sourced fresh each day. They can put together a course to match your preferences and budget.

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Among the à la carte options, the "Kaki no Ahijo (oyster ajillo)" is popular. It pairs well with drinks, so it makes a perfect appetizer.

It is packed with oysters, shrimp, and vegetables, and lets you enjoy oil full of rich flavor.