L’ocanda — Restaurant in Kutchan

Love coming to L’ocanda. A little oasis of Italian heaven with a fabulous patisserie. It’s a family affair started by Chef Takuma Okada (joined by his brother) after four years learning italian cuisine in the finest italian establishments. Update: Chef Has taken fine dining to a new level. The degustation menu was amazing! Amazing balance of flavours and refreshing combinations of tastes and textures. photo credit @lpjcreative Amuse Bouche of Medley of #whelk or #salmon with citrus seeded mustard #chèvre with pickled red cabbage #monkfish w/yuzu zest, artichoke purée and monkfish liver ‘foie gras’ #freshpasta w/ ragù of venison Fresh pasta pumpkin #tortelloni w/ shaved truffles and burnt sugar #salmon w/ a citrus Seeded mustard Roasted #duckbreast w/ mountain grape jam and sweet potato #clementinesorbet wi/ a delicate almond mousse finished w/ a citrus marmalade of lemons,...

Such a beautiful restaurant. Salad with a Japanese touch, with crunchy greens and sweet potato bits. Bread is soft with the fragrant olio. Both clam aglio olio pasta and the traditional Bolognese are on point. Simple, rustic, unpretentious and most delicious. Dessert good too. Friendly service and very reasonable prices. Small eatery so reservations needed unless you're lucky to walk in near...

I had the dinner course to celebrate my friends birthday in this venue and turned to be a highlight of my experience in Hokkaido.

The presentation and description were spectacular. Great wine selection, particularly the Sauv Blanc from their recommendations menu.

Okada-san is a great chef, his experience working overseas is noticeable in every single dish.

Totally worth the...