The atmosphere at the launch party was nice. However, the beer was very watery, almost like a low-malt beer. The Calpis sour I ordered afterwards tasted like plain soda water with no hint of Calpis flavor. The food was decent, but the bill was surprisingly high. Ordering through the touch panel was convenient, with no order mistakes or bad service. Overall, the experience was not suitable for a formal gathering. This is just my personal opinion.

[Access] This is a shop located in a building on the Ekimae-dori in front of Sapporo Station. It can be hard to spot during lunch hours as there are no signs displayed, but there is a Biggiri Donkey on the 1st floor. [Ambiance] The shop itself is clean, but lacks liveliness. [Menu] I visited during lunch hours and found the menu to be extensive, with a lot of menu items catered towards men such as steak and hamburgers. [Taste] I had the steak bowl, but found the meat to be slightly tough and the salad dressing didn't suit my taste. It may vary depending on the individual. [Customer Service] This is the biggest drawback. They didn't bring water or wet towels even after some time of entering, didn't come to take our order (had to press the call button multiple times to get a response), and the staff's uniform shirt was untucked, giving off a sloppy impression. [Price] The menu is affordable, starting from 500 yen, and the taste matches the price point. [Recommended For] - People who want to smoke as smoking is allowed - People looking to have a cheap lunch.

The course meal was not explained, there was no menu, and it seemed like they were short-staffed. Even though it was all-you-can-drink, not many people were there, the food was slow to come out, and it's not suitable for entertaining clients. The taste was just average. Also, the variety of drinks for the all-you-can-drink was limited, with no wine or choice of sake, so if you're expecting those, it's better to skip the all-you-can-drink option.

After a gathering, we had a party with around 10 people. It had been a while since we had a group this big. The restaurant is located near Sapporo Station and has many private rooms in a large space. We opted for a set course menu. Honestly, I'm not sure how much the course cost, but it seemed like typical dishes you would find at a chain izakaya, nothing special. The alcohol was all-you-can-drink, but beer was served in pitchers for the party. Overall, there was nothing particularly noteworthy about the experience. However, the clean and cozy atmosphere of the private rooms with sunken kotatsu tables was nice. If you prioritize location and a large space, this place might be convenient. Personally, if I were the organizer, I probably wouldn't choose this restaurant.

Finally! I had a gathering with my department to celebrate the new year and various other occasions. We found a place where we could use a private room and didn't have to share dishes, which was great. Here's what we had: - Today's appetizer - Salted chilled tomato with ponzu sauce - Seared salmon with grated daikon and ponzu sauce - Homemade fried chicken with sweet vinegar sauce - Spicy and chewy water dumplings - Garlic pepper grilled pork shoulder loin - Refreshing shiso and whitebait rice - Seasonal bite-sized dessert We got all this with premium all-you-can-drink for 4,500 yen. The food was all delicious, although the portions were a bit small. The drink options for the all-you-can-drink were not that great though. Only basic choices like 'Matsukurume' sake and a few types of shochu. It was a bit disappointing, but considering the price, it's understandable. Overall, it was a good experience. Thanks for the meal!

After the Asahikawa live, I headed to Sapporo! I enjoyed a feast of salmon roe dishes (*^o^*) Non-alcoholic beer and Matsumae pickles as appetizers (๑˃̵ᴗ˂̵) I kept ordering salmon roe dishes, including salmon roe over dashimaki tamago! Uni and salmon roe in the luxurious seafood namero! And grilled king crab! Hot and delicious! And potato fries! So tasty! I also had grilled salmon belly, juicy and flavorful! Then, Hokkaido black wagyu sirloin steak, and the highlight, overflowing ikura donburi! The rice was also delicious! For dessert, I tried the spicy tan-tan noodles with green peppers, perfect for summer! I savored the rich flavors of Hokkaido's bounty. The restaurant was clean, spacious, and lovely. The corn tea was a nice touch. I want to go back to Hokkaido again! ∩^ω^∩ ===========

I went to Shiki Sai, an izakaya located just a short walk from Sapporo Station South Exit. The restaurant has many private rooms and has a nice calm atmosphere. We started with a toast with beer and were served Matsumae pickles as an appetizer. Since we were in Hokkaido, we decided to order some Hokkaido specialties. We tried the ikura (salmon roe) on thick grilled egg, which was delicious with plenty of ikura. We also enjoyed the luxurious seafood namero, which included sea urchin. It was perfect as a side dish with alcohol. For the main dish, we ordered grilled king crab packed with meat. The aroma of the grilled king crab spread throughout the mouth and was irresistible. We also tried the Hokkaido black wagyu beef steak, which was tender and juicy with a satisfying portion. The grilled salmon belly was oily and tasty. The side dish of potato fries surprised us with two types of potatoes used, each with a different flavor. For dessert, we had a bowl of overflowing salmon roe and cold spicy tantan noodles with green chili peppers. The salmon roe bowl was filled with a generous amount of roe, and the cold spicy tantan noodles were deliciously spicy and refreshing. Everything was so delicious, and we left with our stomachs full. Hokkaido is truly amazing, and this restaurant is definitely a gem!

Met with former company colleagues for a long-awaited dinner. We decided to dine at this Japanese izakaya located within the hotel where we were staying for something light. The restaurant had a bit of a traditional feel, with each booth separated by partitions creating a semi-private atmosphere. Although I read on Tabelog that there were sunken kotatsu tables, I didn't see any during my visit - we sat at regular table seats instead. The clientele seemed to be mostly middle-aged, and the menu offered a wide range of dishes from affordable options to seafood dishes typical of Hokkaido. Menu items ordered: ⭐️ Yamazaki whiskey on the rocks x2 @880 each ⭐️ Yuzu honey sour @580 ⭐️ Assorted sashimi platter (3 types) @1280 ⭐️ Grilled Atka mackerel @1480 ⭐️ Salmon roe and salmon flakes rice bowl @2480 ⭐️ Seasonal sherbet (hyuganatsu citrus) @480 ⭐️ Grape sherbet x2 @480 each Total: 9020 yen divided by 3 people = 3006 yen per person My favorite dish was the grilled Atka mackerel. It was a big size with tender and flavorful meat - truly delicious! The salmon roe was a bit pricey with small grains, but the seasoning was rich and paired well with the rice. Personally, I particularly enjoyed the sherbets. The hyuganatsu citrus sherbet was refreshing with a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, prompting me to order another serving. When it was sold out, they kindly offered grape sherbet instead, which was also creamy and rich in flavor. It was a great reunion with my colleagues, and the staff provided attentive service. The location near Sapporo Station is convenient, making it a highly recommended spot. Kashiko.

It's been a while since I visited Sapporo. It was a hot and humid day in Sapporo. I suddenly felt like catching up with an old friend over drinks and chatting. My friend made a reservation at a stylish and delicious izakaya near Sapporo Station! I didn't have high expectations because it's an izakaya, but I was surprised to find out it's in the Yomiuri Building, a designer hotel! The appearance of the restaurant and its location made me confident that the food would be delicious. We ordered a variety of Hokkaido dishes like Hokke, Zangi, Genghis Khan, and Ramen Salad. The Hokke was surprisingly large and delicious. In Tokyo, Hokke is expensive and not as tasty. The Zangi and Ramen Salad were unique Hokkaido dishes. The Zangi had delicious chicken meat. Hokkaido's soul food was all delicious. The prices on the menu were also wallet-friendly. The restaurant had a cozy atmosphere with private-like seating. It was crowded even on a weekday, mostly with office workers from nearby offices. In Sapporo, it's hard to find a bad restaurant, but as a true Hokkaido local, I can say that the Hokke, Zangi, and Ramen Salad at this restaurant were all delicious. The Ramen Salad had noodles similar to cold soba with a sesame dressing. The Ikura and crab sushi was also delicious. The Ikura had a great flavor, and the seasoning was just right. We couldn't order everything we wanted because each dish was quite filling, so we didn't get to try the Genghis Khan. The Zangi had a truly Hokkaido flavor, and I would love for people who are not from Hokkaido to try it and appreciate it. If you want to enjoy delicious Hokkaido dishes at a reasonable price in Sapporo, I recommend making a reservation and visiting this restaurant. My Hokkaido local friend and seafood connoisseur friend who lives in Sapporo both gave it their seal of approval! It's a cozy izakaya where you can enjoy a variety of delicious Hokkaido dishes.

Having a meal with work colleagues. I searched online for a restaurant with private rooms, and ended up at "Shikisai Sapporo Ekimae" which serves Japanese cuisine and seafood. When I arrived at the Yomiuri Building in front of Sapporo Station, the entrance sign said "Shikisai Bettei" which was a bit confusing. I asked the staff and they assured me that I was in the right place with a big smile. The food was ordered a la carte without a set course, but it was perfect for accompanying drinks during our discussions. I'll definitely come back next time for a more substantial meal!

I visited this restaurant during a business trip to Sapporo. It was a cold time of year, so I chose this restaurant which is directly connected to the underground passage from Sapporo Station. It is located on the 2nd floor of the Yomiuri Hokkaido Building, a building near the station. The entrance of the restaurant had a good atmosphere and the interior was mostly private or semi-private rooms with a calming traditional Japanese design. The staff, including many young employees, provided great service. The restaurant seemed quite busy, even on the day I visited. The menu mainly consisted of Japanese cuisine and izakaya-style dishes. I ordered edamame and my favorite dish, octopus with wasabi, to start off the meal with a toast! The beer was cold and poured nicely. I also tried the ikura (salmon roe) over dashimaki tamago (rolled omelette) which was a comforting combination of flavors. The sashimi platter, although a bit pricey, was beautifully presented and incredibly fresh and delicious! When in Sapporo, you must have seafood, and this platter had a luxurious variety of fish. The quality of the food and the attentive service, combined with the convenient location near the station, make this a great choice for gatherings or entertaining in the Sapporo Station area. I think this restaurant caters well to the needs of tourists. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I used it extravagantly for the second party. It's somewhat expensive, but the atmosphere of the tatami room is nice, and the dishes are well-prepared. I was a little surprised that the oysters were from Harima for some reason. Well, I'm from Kansai, so...

Not really recommended. It's suitable for large group drinking parties after work. The food is delicious but when you consider the price, it's like, hmm... Even after making a reservation, they charge a cover fee and a private room fee, but the atmosphere was just okay, the conversation didn't flow well. You can just go to a regular izakaya and it'll be fine.

Used for a banquet course. As there were more than 10 people, we were informed that the first beer would be served in a pitcher. It took 15 minutes from the start of the banquet for the pitcher to arrive for the toast. The refill drinks were served another 20 minutes later. The highball had lost its carbonation and tasted like water. The dishes were also different from what was originally reserved for the banquet. (This was written in small print as a possibility). The restaurant was almost full, but it seemed like the staff was desperately short-handed. Overall, we probably won't go back.

I enjoyed a course meal featuring Hokkaido ingredients. The sashimi, tempura, steak were all really delicious. The ikura rice bowl for dessert was especially amazing. Sapporo is fresh and tasty.

On April 2, 2021, four of us visited and were shown to a private room. The prices were relatively high, but the food was delicious. The atmosphere of the private room was nice, allowing us to relax and enjoy our drinks.

I was able to relax in a private room. I felt that it was a rare space near Sapporo Station.

On a Sunday near Sapporo Station, I went out for a drink. I always find it difficult to make reservations around Sapporo Station on holidays because many shops are closed. And on this day, it was even more difficult because there was a restriction to only go to the south side, not the north side. In situations like this, it's safe to go to the grilled dish place on the north side, but they don't have tatami rooms, which can be challenging. Instead, this place has private rooms with sturdy tables and some nice chairs, so even elderly people with back problems should be fine here. The process of arranging for a Sunday outing was quite challenging, but once that was sorted, the menu became a dilemma. I had initially ordered a sashimi platter and simmered yellowtail. I knew they would take some time, and there were even some ladies indulging in half-priced yellowtail, making it a luxurious experience. All in all, it was perfect. As we were casually ordering from the menu, everyone cheered and raised their glasses. Cheers! Well, the conversation naturally picked up. It started with "How many years has it been?" and led to nostalgic stories. When the large sashimi platter arrived, everyone was impressed. They took photos and enjoyed the visual appeal, even though the content wasn't that great. And then, the yellowtail arrived! Each person got one, and they were surprisingly large and satisfying to eat. However, the half-priced yellowtail coupon was limited to one per group, so be careful with that. Oh, and when it comes to Hokkaido, there's no such thing as ramen salad... Oh, I see, back when you all lived in Hokkaido, it didn't exist yet. Well, that was decades ago, right? Just as we finished the yellowtail, the saffron cod arrived! The sizable fish impressed everyone, and the fishmonger's efforts in sourcing quality fish were greatly appreciated. Sushi? Why not! It's fine... after all, with this many relatives gathering, the bill won't come to the older generation, so feel free to order whatever you like. As we continued to enjoy drinks, the staff's anticipation and responsiveness increased noticeably, which was amusing to watch. They even expanded our room to accommodate the dishes and quickly responded to our orders, perhaps because there were hardly any other customers in the restaurant that Sunday night. As the night went on, the old man naturally switched to drinking more, and the conversation turned to "What's next?"... but this time, I was in charge of escorting the elderly to the hotel, so I excused myself. In the end, everyone had a great time and truly enjoyed Hokkaido. While the place near Sapporo Station's north exit is good, this place was also quite nice. With a group of drinking enthusiasts and an unlimited budget, the outcome was uncertain, but today it didn't matter, so... Bon appétit! When I checked their website, I was surprised to see they have so many affiliated restaurants.

I was researching for a location that would be suitable for wearing a yukata due to the season, and I remembered this place I saw after karaoke a while back and made a reservation. The course starts from the lowest price of 3500 yen. Among similar Japanese-style restaurants, the one under the elevated train tracks is the most affordable, but I chose this one because I anticipated it would be quiet, unlike the noisy train sounds. The drink menu, even without the premium all-you-can-drink option, offers a sufficient variety for women. Personally, I was happy to see a wide selection of oolong tea cocktails. The dishes were all elegantly presented, but they included ingredients like avocado and okra which might be divisive among people with different tastes, so be cautious if you have preferences. I particularly enjoyed the sweet with red bean paste that resembled a water manju that came as dessert. One thing that bothered me was that the smell of smoke from a person smoking in the adjacent private room would drift over... it's unavoidable due to the air conditioning, but still...