From stylish Western cuisine to fresh seafood. 6 recommended restaurants for lunch in Sapporo
Eating a delicious lunch at a sightseeing spot is one of the great pleasures of traveling. Sapporo has many restaurants where you can enjoy a variety of lunches, from stylish Restaurants to luxurious Japanese-style restaurants. Here are six carefully selected restaurants that locals visit repeatedly and that we recommend you to try when you come to Sapporo.
1Elm Garden
A ryotei restaurant where you can enjoy KAI Local Flavors cuisine with a view of a gorgeous Japanese garden.
With a history of nearly 80 years and a vast 1,000-tsubo Japanese garden, this is one of Hokkaido's representative ryotei restaurants. The seasonal KAI Local Flavors are made with seasonal ingredients unique to Hokkaido, and are uniquely sumptuous.
The "Tai-cha KAI Local Flavors" is not only a wonderful dish using seasonal ingredients, but also a sight to behold with its beautiful Arita-yaki porcelain dishes. The sea bream served with homemade thick sesame sauce is the best taste of all, as the richness of the sesame sauce enhances the light flesh of the sea bream. To top off the meal, you can enjoy the sea bream in its own broth in a chazuke (rice bowl) dish, which is like hizumabushi (rice topped with vegetables and fish), a perfect way to enjoy all the deliciousness of the fish.
A space that satisfies both the mind and the palate with the luster of the garden and the serene Japanese atmosphere.
Dining while overlooking the beautiful Japanese garden through the open window will envelop you in a sense of elegant contentment. Many people come to dine here in kimono to enjoy a peaceful moment of harmony.
You can enjoy a special view of the natural beauty of Hokkaido and the splendor of the Japanese four seasons at the same time. Seasonal events are held in the garden, and depending on the season, you can enjoy a flute and drum performance while dining. The KAI Local Flavors menu changes with the seasons, so you can enjoy the best of Hokkaido's seasonal delights.
- Elm Garden
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5-10, Minami 13-jo Nishi 23-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
7 minutes drive from Maruyama Koen Subway Station
11:30-15:00 (L.O. 13:30), 18:00-22:30 (L.O. 20:00)
Lunch on Tuesdays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays
011-551-0707
Available
Advance reservation required
2Nouvelle Pousse Okurayama
Restaurant where you can enjoy your meal with a view of the powerful ski jump
This French Restaurant is located at the Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium. The lunch menu, which emphasizes the spirit of "local production for local consumption" and makes use of ingredients grown by Hokkaido's producers, is Japanese French cuisine that allows you to enjoy the seasonal delicacies of Hokkaido.
The menu changes every two months to ensure that you can enjoy the best of seasonal ingredients. The unique French cuisine, which incorporates Hokkaido's culinary culture, is so mellow and delicious that it is no exaggeration to say that it is a taste of Hokkaido's seasons. This is a one-of-a-kind restaurant where you can enjoy French cuisine full of seasonal flavors while gazing at the powerful ski jump.
A spacious and luxurious space inside the restaurant with a view of the ski jump
The interior of the restaurant, where you can feel the four seasons in the rich nature of Okurayama, is full of openness and brightness. The staff/staff members are also extremely hospitable and will carefully explain the ingredients of each dish to you so that you can enjoy your meal comfortably. This is a special place where you can enjoy your meal while watching the large hill's powerful jumps. Although it takes a little time to get there from downtown Sapporo, the Restaurant is well worth the visit.
- Nouvelle Pousse Okurayama
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- Sapporo Olympic Museum Annex 2F, 1274 Miyanomori, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
- 10 minutes drive from Maruyama Koen Subway Station
5 min. walk from Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium bus stop after taking the bus from Maruyama Koen Subway Station.- 11:30 - 14:30 (L.O. 14:00), 17:30 - 21:30 (L.O. 20:00)
- Wednesdays *Open if Wednesday is a national holiday, closed the following Thursday
- 011-518-6311
- Available
3Sushi and Chinese Cuisine Fukurokuju
A restaurant where you can enjoy sushi, seafood, and Chinese food at a great price.
Located in a building on Sapporo's Main Street, this restaurant has excellent Direction. The combination of seafood and Chinese cuisine makes for a delicious lunch that is twice the price of one. The restaurant carefully selects and purchases fresh seafood, which is hard to find in central Sapporo, and offers it at a reasonable price.
The recommended "Seafood Bean Curd Set Meal" is a hearty dish that comes with seasonal sashimi, salad, and fried tofu. The spiciness of the seafood bean curd with hot bean curd and the flavor of the seafood is an unforgettable taste. The famous fried tofu is crispy and juicy. It is a lunch that will surely satisfy your appetite.
The restaurant, where you can see the kitchen, is filled with friendliness and a friendly atmosphere.
Inside the restaurant, there are counter seats and tables separated by curtains, both of which are spacious enough to enjoy chatting and eating without hesitation.
With more than 40 dishes on the menu, you are sure to find something to suit your taste buds. One of the most popular dishes is the "Madachi no Ma-po," which is only served in season and uses tachi (white fish) instead of tofu. The mild taste of the fluffy tachi accentuates the spiciness, and the exquisite flavor of this popular dish attracts diners from far and wide. There are many other menu items, such as the limited-quantity "Fried rice with eel," that allow you to enjoy the delicious flavors of seafood and Chinese food.
- Sushi and Chinese Cuisine Fukurokuju
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- Sapporo Chuo Bldg. 3F, 3-3-24 Kita 1-jo Nishi 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
- 3 minutes walk from Odori Subway Station
- 11:30 - 14:30 (L.O. 14:00), 17:00 - 23:00 (L.O. 22:00)
Sushi and sashimi (L.O.20:45)
Chinese food (L.O.21:30)
Drinks (L.O.22:00) - Closed for lunch on Wednesdays
- 011-211-6646
- None
4Coffee and sandwich store Saera
A sandwich specialty restaurant with an old-fashioned taste that continues to be loved by the locals
Located in the underground shopping center of Odori, the center of Sapporo sightseeing, this famous restaurant has been in business for 47 years. Serving sandwiches not as a light snack but as a satisfying meal, the menu offers more than 100 different types of sandwiches with 15 different combinations of ingredients. You will never get tired of the delicious taste even if you eat it every day.
The "king crab and fruit" sandwich is so uniquely popular that some customers come to the restaurant just for this. The rich king crab and refreshing fruit sandwich gives you a superb taste and satisfaction.
The restaurant's interior, unified with old-fashioned wood grain, is always a relaxing place to visit.
The wooden interior of the restaurant, reminiscent of a nostalgic Western-style house, provides a safe and relaxing atmosphere. It is also a great place for cat lovers, as there is a large collection of cats that the previous generation was fond of. The sandwiches are delicious for all generations, and there are fans spanning four generations, with many parents and children visiting together.
While keeping the traditional taste, the restaurant also offers evolved sandwiches, such as the use of Shine Muscat as an ingredient. The grilled corn croquette sandwich, with its excellent flavor of corn flavored with kogashi soy sauce, is a popular recommendation for both tourists and locals.
- Coffee and Sandwich Shop Saera
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- B3F Odori Nishi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
- 1 min. walk from Odori Subway Station
- 10:00-18:00 (L.O. 17:00)
- Wednesday
- 011-221-4220
- None
5Western Cuisine Kogame
A restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Western cuisine in a casual atmosphere
Located not far from the Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art, this Western-style restaurant is popular among locals. The restaurant is marked by a cute omelet illustration. The omelet with demi-glace sauce is a popular dish with many repeat customers, and the original demi-glace sauce, which is simmered for a week, has an authentic and rich flavor. The original demi-glace sauce, which is made by simmering the sauce for a week, is authentic and rich, enhancing the mild flavor of the eggs and providing a satisfying taste experience.
The fried shrimp topping has a crispy, savory batter, and the plump shrimp have a great texture. The fried prawns are fried thoroughly, so you can enjoy them head to tail.
Modern and chic interior. Depending on the time of year, meals can be enjoyed on the terrace.
The restaurant is a stylish space with warm woody table seating and counter seating, where you can enjoy your meal in a relaxed atmosphere. There is also a terrace where you can dine while enjoying the view of the street during the refreshing season. Since the restaurant is located near an art museum, many people visit to enjoy a meal after an event.
Fried foods in general, such as menchikatsu and crab cream croquettes, are also recommended on the menu. You can also choose them as toppings, so why not try them with omelette rice? A wide range of menu items are also available, including single items that go well with alcoholic beverages.
- Western Cuisine Kogame
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- 2F BERKELEY, Odori Nishi 17-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
- Approx. 1 min. walk from Nishi 18-chome Subway Sta.
- 11:30 - 14:00, 17:30 - 22:00 (L.O. 21:30)
- Sunday, Monday *Other irregular holidays
- 011-676-7708
- None
6Seafood Donburi Restaurant Oguma Shoten
A restaurant filled with hospitality where you can taste fresh seafood.
This seafood bowl restaurant is located in Nijo Market, a famous tourist attraction in Sapporo. The wooden carved bear on display is a landmark. The "Premium Kaisen 10-Piece Set" prepared by a veteran chef with about 50 years of experience is a luxurious seafood bowl with homemade seasoned salmon roe and bold peony shrimp. The chef is particular about his homemade products to the utmost, and even the tsumas are handmade.
The freshness of the ingredients, including seafood from Hokkaido, is outstanding, with a rich sweetness and flavor, and the salmon roe has a wonderful crunchy texture. You can enjoy all the deliciousness of seafood and taste the best of Hokkaido's gourmet delights.
The at-home restaurant with a view of the kitchen provides a warm and friendly atmosphere.
The restaurant is full of homey charm and hospitality to provide you with delicious seafood in a comfortable atmosphere. Many guidebooks are placed in the restaurant for tourists to enjoy Hokkaido. The friendly proprietress is happy to engage in casual conversation, making for an enjoyable time.
The restaurant has only counter seating inside, but there are tables outside and it is heated, so many people eat outside to experience Sapporo in winter. Be sure to try the herring marinated in salted malted rice, which the proprietress recommends and is good for your health, as a topping.
- Seafood Donburi Restaurant Oguma Shoten
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- Nijo Ichiba, 1-8, Minami 3-jo Higashi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido MAP
- 7 min. walk from Odori Subway Station
- 7:30～14:00 (L.O.13:30)
- Tuesdays
- 011-839-3946
- None
