Restaurant Escal — Restaurant in Akkeshi

We were incredibly lucky to get a table at Restaurant Escal without a reservation—it wasn’t until after our meal that we learned it’s considered a must-visit spot in Akkeshi. To walk in and be seated right away felt like a rare stroke of good fortune.

The restaurant is located inside the roadside station (Michi-no-Eki) in Akkeshi, and it truly lives up to its reputation. As expected, the highlight here is oyster dishes, and they certainly did not disappoint. Every dish we tried was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared—showcasing Akkeshi’s well-known seafood at its best.

What made the experience even more unforgettable was the journey itself. Driving from Kushiro to Akkeshi, we were treated to some breathtaking scenery. Just before arriving, we looked up and were amazed to see a sun halo (a ring around the sun), a rare atmospheric phenomenon. It added a sense of wonder to the day and made the entire outing feel truly special.

In the end, between the spontaneous table availability, the stunning natural sights, and the delicious oyster-focused cuisine, everything about our visit to Restaurant Escal felt like it was meant to be. If you’re planning a trip to Akkeshi, this restaurant is a must. And if you’re lucky—like we were—you might just catch a seat and a rare glimpse of nature’s beauty...

2021年6月下旬の週末にランチで訪問。コロナ禍にもかかわらず大盛況。11時台到着で45分待ち、9番のブザーを受け取りコンキリエ館内で無料の水族館を鑑賞したり、お土産を物色して待機。ほぼ予定通りの時間で入店。目移りしてメニュー選びに迷ったが、せっかくなので用意に30分かかる3000円の「かきめし御膳」を注文。写真には映ってないが、これにアイスクリームor食後のコーヒーが選択できホットコーヒーを選んだ。結果、大正解。生牡蠣2個には専用のタレが用意されスプーンでかけていただく。珍しい牡蠣どうふは意外にも歯応えがある食感。牡蠣フライは大粒なものに薄めの衣を纏わせふんわりと仕上げられている。釜飯には牡蠣がゴロゴロと贅沢に使用され、終盤までたっぷりと楽しめる。味噌汁にもしっかりと身の詰まったアサリが使われ手抜きがない。表面にアロマのある食後のコーヒーまで美味しい。「ランチに3000円は、ちょっと…」と思うかも知れないが、どれも丁寧に調理され、ボリュームもあってむしろコスパが高い。牡蠣を色々な調理方法で一度に楽しみたいという方には断然オススメ。ただ、ご家族連れの場合は出来上がりの時間にご注意を。おそらく釜飯を炊くのに必要な時間と思われるが、注文の品がサービスされる頃には他の家族は食べ終わっているなんて事に。ホールの店員さんのサービスも行き届...

Great view overlooking the Akkeshi bay. It was close to 7pm when we arrived to have dinner. Food is themed around oysters and cooked in different style. Overall it was an...