ROBATA Grill Restaurant SHIKOTSU｜炉端焼レストラン 志古津（しこつ） — Restaurant in Chitose

I had the opportunity to enjoy a complimentary hotel anniversary dinner at ROBATA Grill Restaurant SHIKOTSU, included in my room rate at ANA Crowne Plaza Chitose. The dinner was a limited-course menu called “Namara Hokkaido,” showcasing fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented dishes.

The standout elements of the meal were the appetizer and the wagyu beef—both were exceptional in quality and taste. The server added to the experience by explaining each dish as it was served, which enhanced the meal’s overall sophistication. That said, the portion sizes were on the smaller side, leaving us wanting a bit more.

Unfortunately, there were two notable downsides to the experience. First, the complimentary dinner was only offered to adults, despite my child being included in the hotel room booking. It would have been thoughtful for the restaurant to provide a kid-friendly meal instead of requiring us to order separately from the à la carte menu. Second, the set dinner did not include any dessert, which felt like an incomplete ending to what was otherwise a well-curated meal.

While the quality of the food and service was undeniably high, I’m hesitant to return unless the dinner is included as part of a hotel room package. The prices are exorbitant, and there are plenty of other dining options in the area that offer better value for money.

Overall, the experience was memorable but not compelling enough to warrant a repeat visit...

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