キョンキョン31
This is a yakiniku restaurant in Hakodate, owned by a company from Aomori. As far as I could see on their website, this seems to be the only branch in Hokkaido. One weekend night, we decided to go there on a whim since we had never been before. The spacious parking lot was almost full, and inside there were about three groups of customers waiting. We had to write our names on a list and wait. The waiting area was the largest in Hakodate, with plenty of seating available and a playroom for children with videos playing and small toys. There were newspapers and free papers to read, so adults could pass the time while waiting. The all-you-can-eat menu was displayed in the waiting area. After waiting for about 20 minutes, we were shown to our table. The grill was a circular gas type. I opted for the recommended course priced at 2,980 yen since I was eager to try the all-you-can-eat option. The drink bar (at an additional cost) had Suntory drinks like Pepsi and Natchan, which was a bit disappointing for a Coca-Cola fan like me. The course also included a salad bar with various vegetables and dressings. The meat orders were taken verbally. Due to the crowds, there was a bit of a wait before the meat arrived. The meat was seasoned with sauce, garlic salt, etc., and each type had its own delicious flavor, was tender, and satisfying. The course also included stone bibimbap, cold noodles, kimchi, etc., making it reasonably fulfilling. The restaurant was busy with many customers, and the staff seemed to be working hard. They catered to families with children, but in terms of value for money, the all-you-can-eat menu was not particularly high. However, I would recommend it for those who prefer ordering individual items or using the party course. They have a point card system, and it seemed like there were regular customers. If you are interested in ordering individual items or using the party course, it might be a good idea to print out the coupons available on their website.

