We had tried most of the popular foods in Hokkaido on our last day (soup curry, ramen, kaisendon, omu rice, shabu-shabu, sukiyaki etc), so we decided to visit an izakaya for dinner and drinks.
This appeared like any other izakaya on first impression, with a standard menu boasting a decent variety of dishes. I usually hate fried foods, but decided to give the kushiage options a go since it was recommended. We also got the curry with cheese on top for dipping. It was SO GOOD we ended up ordering more!
The staff were very friendly and are relatively fluent in English. One of them spilled just a bit of curry on the table during service (we barely even noticed it), but gave us 3 more kushiage sticks on the house. We really appreciated the gesture.
Recommended items from us: Miso flavoured cheese cubes All the kushiage sticks (we particularly loved the onion, lotus root, potato and all the meats), and the curry dip! Stamina plate (contains offal) Zangi (fried chicken)
Everything goes down well with a highball or a beer.
Only minor downside is that it is a smoking-friendly establishment, but the space is large enough that you can strategically position yourself further away.
We hope to come back soon if we return to Hokkaido in the future. Thank you for the great...
Read moreI recently discovered an amazing restaurant right next to my hotel, purely by chance. It was a pleasant surprise to find such a fantastic spot that hasn't been overrun by the typical internet-fueled crowds.
The food was outstanding, especially the 刺身 (sashimi) and the perfectly chilled 啤酒 (beer). The freshness and quality of the sashimi were impressive, with every bite melting in my mouth. The beer paired so well that it elevated the entire dining experience.
What makes this place even better is its versatility. You can enjoy a hearty hot pot, indulge in sushi, or savor delicate plates of sashimi—all in one place! The variety caters to all cravings, and the flavors are authentic and satisfying.
It turned out to be one of the happiest meals I've had in a while, combining incredible taste, a cozy ambiance, and the joy of a hidden gem untouched by overly commercial influences. Highly recommend it if you're...
Read moreThey are friendly and the foods were nice. But they didn’t explain that the drinks are unlimited for 30 minutes. We had no idea, so we had just a cup of beer and highball each one. But they charged us as an unlimited price 🥲 We knew it after came back to hotel and we saw the reviews in the google, they said there are unlimited drinks, and also they are selling each one drink, but we paid for unlimited price. And they didn’t explained us about that. So disappointed and I lost faith in them. Please note about it, if you...
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