Bikkuri Donkey

Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥800 - ¥1000
Opening HoursDepending on store. Open for lunch at late night generally, seating for groups plus counter seating
Closed-
Contacthttps://www.bikkuri-donkey.com/

NotesFamily restaurant, lunch sets,
LocationMultiple locations throughout Hokkaido, there are at least two or three Bikkuri Donkey restaurants in every major city in Hokkaido. There are a dozen Bikkuri Donkey restaurants in Sapporo.

Bikkuri Donkey is a chain of restaurants found in Japan. They great family restaurants that have delicious set meals. This chain is perfect for the family or for those looking for a cheap option for lunch. Prices range from ¥700 to ¥1000. For this you get a juicy hamburger patty drizzled in sauce, steaming plain rice, and a salad. Its the perfect size for a meal. Before we look at the kinds of meals, let’s look at the store itself.  Bikkuri Donkey was founded in 1968 by Akio Shoji after learning the hamburger business. Now Bikkuri Donkey has 347 stores!

Each store has its own look and design though they all have a similar theme. The stores are usually quite rustic with lots of adventure and antique artifacts around. The name is a combination of the words Bikkuri which means ‘surprise’ and Donki which translates to donkey, a hard working animal. They have about a dozen different dishes with the similar ingredients. The size of the hamburger steaks range from 150g to 300g. These are soft and juicy and can be eaten with chopsticks. As well as families, many young couples enjoy these restaurants as they have desserts, cakes, shakes, plus a lot of extras to go with your meal. They have soft drinks, coffees, and in some restaurants, you can grab a beer. These restaurants are fantastic!

Geico

Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥3000 - ¥5000
¥2000 all you can drink
Opening Hours17:00 - 00:00
12:00 - 00:00 weekends
Closed-
Contact011-2310-880
NotesRestaurant, seating 70, smoking allowed (no partition), no wifi, all you drink option, party plan available, no parking (paid parking next door),
LocationThis izakaya is located in Susukino, Sapporo. It is along the main road passing across Susukino, route 36. It is located on the basement floor with easy access from street level. Just a 2 minute walk west from Susukino subway station.
〒064-0804 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 4 Jonishi, 4 Chome, Suzuran Building B1F

This restaurant is located under the large Ferris wheel in central Sapporo in the building Norubesa. It is on the ground and has a nice ambient atmosphere on the inside plus a nice seating area on the outside in the non winter months. This place is especially good for large parties as there are some large tables near the windows. It is also a popular spot for dates and romantic dinners as each table is candle lit. There is smoking on the main floor which may make non smokers uncomfortable. The food here is beautifully presented and there are some unique dishes that you don’t usually find elsewhere. For example they have lamb cutlets, roast beef and seasonal salads. They also offer set meals ranging from ¥4000 – ¥6000.

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The taste of the dishes, although good, is outdone by the presentation and doesn’t really compete. The servings are not big and you are looking at around ¥1000 a dish. The cocktail menu here is extensive and well presented. There is also a good wine selection and again, the wine servings are a little small. As mentioned, there are dinner and party plans that can be ordered if you don’t want to pay per dish. It’s best to reserve a table a few days prior so as to secure a spot. There is also an all you can drink option. 

The Den

Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥600 - ¥1000 per drink
Opening Hours20:00 - 01:00
*Sunday closes at midnight
Closed-
Contact016-627-0999
NotesBar, pool table, tables for groups, seating 50, no parking
LocationThis can be found in the centre of Asahikawa in the entertainment district. It's a 9 minute walk from Asahikawa station
〒070-0032 Hokkaido, Asahikawa, 2 Jodori, 7 Chome, Yoshitake Building

The Den is a well known bar that is famous for being an international bar in the city of Asahikawa. This bar was originally run by an Australian national and has been going ever since. It is a western style pub that serves up a variety of international beers. This bar is also a sports bar where the customers can enjoy their favorite sports. There is a large screen to show the latest events. The bar has counter seating, where you can chat to the friendly bar tender. This is a comfortable atmosphere to meet the locals, speak English and enjoy a drink. 

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Inside the bar, there is a small billiard table to enjoy. This is free to use which is a bonus! There is small tables for small groups plus a large table in the corner for larger parties. This bar serves up some bar food. Being an international bar you can find a variety of different dishes to choose from. The Den has a lot of history and if you are traveling to Asahikawa and have a night out then this is a good place to check out, especially if you are traveling from overseas!

Wa Oyobare

和 およばれ
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥1000
¥3500 - ¥5000 course
Opening Hours06:30 - 22:00
Closed-
Contact011-1231-2776
NotesSeating 60, no parking, no smoking, party plan & all you can drink plan available, bar area

Location /
Getting There
Located in the Tanukikoji shopping arcade in block 5. It is part of Hotel Vista. It is a 6 minute walk from Odori subway station.
5 Chome-16番地1F Minami 3 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0063

Wa Oyobare is a large restaurant located in the busy shopping arcade of Tanuki Koji. This arcade runs through the heart of Sapporo. There are many along each block, and you can find Wa Oyobare on the 5th block. It is on the ground floor of Hotel Vista. They have a mix of Japanese and Western cuisine. Due to the large size of the restaurant, it is good for large groups. All the more so, as this restaurant is usually not busy. If you want to go for a party plan, its best to call and reserve first though. 

They have a lunch course and a dinner menu. There are also party courses as well. Anywhere from ¥3500 to ¥5000. These include an all you can drink plan (nomihodai). This plan goes for two hours but if you want, you can extend the drinking for an extra ¥1000 per person. They have some nice simple Japanese dishes and also some western dishes such including meats and salads.  There is a large bar area near the front and this is well stocked. 

Cento Per Cento

チェント ペル チェント
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥1000
Opening Hours10:00 - 20:00
Closed-
Contact011-775-7560
NotesItalian restaurant, seating 110, no smoking, parking available,
Location /
Getting There
The restaurant is located on the second floor of Joyful AK in Tonden. It's a 30 minute drive from central Sapporo. Drive south along Ishikari road and turn left at the Mega Donki store (across the road). For public transport, the closest station is a 36 minute walk away (Yurigahara JR station).
5 Chome-5-1 Tonden 8 Jo, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 002-0858

Cento Per Cento translates to 100% in Italian, and it is here you are definitely get all of your moneys worth. This is a hidden gem and is located on the second floor of Joyful AK. The food here is fantastic and at such an affordable price, it is definitely worth a visit if you are doing some shopping and feeling a little peckish. Joyful AK is a huge store that excels in building and construction goods and interior. The restaurant can be found up on the second floor and has plenty of seating for a busy shopping complex. 

 

The menu here is great, in particular the lunch menu is a must. For such a decent price, you get some prosciutto and vegetables, then a delicious pizza base topped with ham, lettuce and drizzled in oil, and finally a pasta dish, with a coffee. All this for around ¥1000. Most of the food here is unbelievably under ¥1000. The sizes here also are perfect. You can find some great pizzas and pastas and desserts here. They also have a seasonal menu. Cento Per Cento is a must visit if you’re in the area!

Izumiya

レストラン泉屋 総本店
Pricing Guide
(Avg. cost per person)
¥1000
Opening Hours11:00 - 21:00
Closed-
Contact0154-24-4611
NotesWestern restaurant, no parking, no smoking, seating 40, good for large groups
Location /
Getting There
Izumiya is located in central Kushiro in the nightlife district. It is one block from Kushiro River. The restaurant is a 13 minute walk from Kushiro station.
2 Chome-2-28 Suehirocho, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0014

Izumiya is a western style restaurant in the entertainment district of Kushiro. Kushiro being one of the largest cities on the south eastern coast of Hokkaido. Izumiya opened in 1960 and has a claim to fame over any other restaurant. Kushiro is famous for its special cuisines. One of these dishes being ‘Supa Katsu’. It is here at Izumiya, that supa katsu originated. Supa katsu is a spaghetti dish that is presented on a piping hot iron plate. The spaghetti is topped with thick juicy cuts of tonkatsu (deep-fried pork cutlet) and on top of all that, a savory meat sauce is poured. 

This dish is very filling and being on a hot iron plate, remains warm throughout. The restaurants decor hasn’t seemed to have changed over the years but there is plenty of seating here and is ok for small groups. Being a western style restaurant, there are other dishes on the menu. These include steaks, salads, pastas, and seafood meals and delicious desserts. For those visiting, the supa katsu should be tried due to the history of the place, just make sure you have a healthy appetite beforehand. The restaurant can be found on the second floor. 

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