| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-775-7560 |
| Notes | Italian 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!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 21:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0154-24-4611 |
| Notes | Western 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.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1500- ¥3000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 22:00 |
| Closed | Thursdays |
| Contact | 090-6444-8172 |
| Notes | Italian & Spanish restaurant, cafe & grocery store, outside seating, imported beer, arts & craft store, no parking |
| Location / Getting There | Chiosco is located in central Sapporo, near the west end of Odori Park, and diagonally across from Sapporo Museum. It is along Odori Avenue. The closest station is Nishi 11 Chome subway station, on the Tozai Line (orange line). It is a 5 minute walk west from here. 〒060-0042 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Odorinishi, 14 Chome−１−14 NEO ビル 1F |
Situated just one block west from Odori Park and is a popular place that serves as a restaurant, cafe, small grocery store, and an arts and crafts boutique. It is a small slice of Europe tucked away in central Sapporo. The owner has spent a lot of time in Italy and Spain and has bought many of the delicacies back to the tables of Chiosco. The main restaurant is to the back of the premises and is a great spot for dinner parties. The main part of Chiosco serves as a coffee shop. It has some tables out the front and are perfect for outside dining in the warmer months.
It is here you can enjoy a coffee, a nice lunch, or sip on one of the many imported beers that are on the menu. The large wide street is also nice to do some people watching. To the left of the register is a small arts and craft store. You can find some beautifully designed items here. They sell plates, bowls, cooking goods, sculptures, utensils and ornaments. They are on the pricey side so don’t forget your wallet! Below the register is a glass counter filled with Italian and Spanish cheeses, meats, salads, and dressings. These are not easily found elsewhere, making a Chiosco a good spot to pick some delicacies to take home. Last, but not least, the coffee here is really good. Take a seat and enjoy your surroundings. Chiosco, is definitely a great store to visit!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1500- ¥3000 |
| Opening Hours | Nuts Cafe Nights 18:00 - 3:00 (Open until 5:00 on Fridays & Saturdays) Nuts Cafe Trip 11:00 - 12:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | Nuts Cafe Nights : 050-5834-4114 Nuts Cafe Trip : 050-5834-2996 |
| Notes | Late night bar and restaurant, smoking allowed, card accepted, seating + counter seating 40, good for small groups, no parking |
| Location / Getting There | There are two locations in Sapporo. One being in Susukino (the nightlife district), and the other being by Sapporo station. Susukino location is only a 4 minute walk south west from Susukino subway station and is on the ground floor and easy to find. The other store is a 2 minute walk from Sapporo station on the 8th floor, next to Kinokuniya book store. |
Nuts Cafe is a bar/restaurant that caters for late night dining and drinking. The main location is in Susukino (the night life district of Sapporo), plus there is another Nuts Cafe right by Sapporo station for a quieter style of dining. Nuts Cafe Nights has a lot of seating plus a bar counter which sits up to ten. This place is a good spot for small groups having a party or for couples on a date. The crowd here is usually quite young. What makes this place is unique is that some sections of the establishment are still ok to smoke in. The food menu has a huge range, plus at the bar, the drink menu is extensive.
If you like whiskeys, Nuts Cafe has a nice listing. And as a bonus, the friendly staff here are more than happy to offer their recommendations. You can enjoy some nice Japanese whiskeys here as well. For food, they have mainly western style dishes and it must be said, the food here is really good! They have thick steaks, hamburgers, pizzas and pastas just to name a few, plus if you have a celebration, Nuts Cafe will get you a cake to suit the occasion. For those who are looking for a party, you will need to make a reservation. This can be done on through Hot Pepper magazine, or click here.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥500- ¥1500 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 19:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-512-1916 https://www.cafeblue.jp/ |
| Notes | Coffee shop, seating 50, wifi, cards accepted, take out available, parking, no reservations |
| Location / Getting There | Located in western Sapporo. It is a 4 minute walk from the 'Ropeway Iriguchi Station' (Exit 2) on the Sapporo tram line. The cafe is also just a 5 minute walk from the ropeway to Mt. Moiwa. 16 Chome-9-12 Minami 19 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0919 |
Cafe Blue is a homely coffee shop that was renovated from an old folks house. It is tucked away at the foot of Mt. Moiwa and with natural light streaming through the large windows, and with its old rustic, wooden interior, this is a great spot to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner. Cafe Blue is most famous for its fluffy pancakes and its fresh cream. These are served with fresh Hokkaido ingredients creating a delicious sweet and savory meal. Eggs Benedict, a thick slice of bacon, fresh salad served with pancakes or waffles. Perfect for brunch!
Being just a short walk from the Mt. Moiwa Ropeway, why not drop in after or before a trip to the top of the mountain! Cafe Blue is not too touristy and is a quiet place to have a coffee or a meal. Besides the pancakes, they have an excellent green keema curry, a shiretoko chicken teriyaki plate, and an octopus ragout sauce pasta, plus a few seasonal dishes. The sweets are just as impressive with scones, cakes, and parfaits, and of course pancakes with sweet toppings. Try the pancakes with blueberry rare cheese! The menu comes with pictures so it is easy to order. Cafe Blue is definitely worth a visit.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 20:00 (last order 19:30) |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-206-0631 |
| Notes | Coffee shop, wifi, English menu, seating 70, no smoking, wheelchair access |
| Location / Getting There | Located in central Sapporo in the Le Trois shopping centre. It is across from Odori Park and is a quick walk from Odori subway station, only 3 minutes. 1 Chome-13 Odorinishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0042 |
Located in the Le Trois shopping centre on the 3rd floor, Kurami Coffee is a popular coffee shop. It is a large space with nice views overlooking Odori Park across the road. Kurami has free wifi which is definitely handy for those traveling. The staff here are also very good. With a lot of seating, this is a popular spot for shoppers in the Le Trois building. Here, in the spacious surroundings you can enjoy a nice coffee or tea and have a bite to eat for lunch or a quick dinner.
Kurami is part of a chain of restaurants and cafes that can be found throughout all of Japan. All these restaurants/cafes are all run with an Italian style menu. Kurami is no exception The menu has a selection of sandwiches, a couple of salads, and a few pastas from which to choose from. The price here too is very reasonable and you can have a coffee and a sandwich for around ¥1000. Le Trois has other restaurants on higher floors up for bigger meals, but if you are looking for a nice spot to enjoy a coffee with friends, Kurami is a nice choice.
