Update-date: Nov 23 2023
Hokkaido, with its abundant natural resources, is a treasure trove of ingredients from the sea, mountains, and fields. Sapporo is the largest city in Hokkaido, and its bustling streets are lined with restaurants, offering not only Japanese cuisine but also a variety of delicious Western-style eateries. Among them, we recommend five Western restaurants where you can fully savor the blessings of Hokkaido's land and sea, including seasonal vegetables, Japanese beef, and fresh seafood.
RY'S cafe bar
A cafe & bar creating a luxury escape from everyday life.
RY'S cafe bar, located a 5-minute walk from Nishi 28-chome subway station, is a café where you can enjoy Italian and creative cuisine. During dinner time, it can be used as a bar, offering rare and diverse wines and cocktails. The rich and creamy Japanese-style risotto, "Salmon and Salmon Roe Cream Risotto," where fatty salmon and rice are combined with Grana Padano cheese, is topped with plenty of salmon roe and is truly delightful.
The establishment's concept is "Sapporo's most stylish cafe & Italian bar." The interior is divided into three areas: the "Modern Art Area," with mid-century furniture as the centerpiece; the "Antique Area," inspired by medieval Europe; and the open and spacious outdoor terrace, the "Resort Terrace Area." Why not add a meal enjoyed in this extraordinary space with outstanding photo opportunities to your travel memory album?
RY'S cafe bar
Open: Lunch: 11:00 am - 2:30 pm / Cafe: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm / Bar: 5:00 pm - 00:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm) (Bar is closing on Wednesday)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Nishi nijuhatchome Station / Free parking available (2 cars)
Address: 2F, 24-2-16, Kita 4-jo-nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Nishi nijuhatchome Station / Free parking available (2 cars)
Address: 2F, 24-2-16, Kita 4-jo-nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido Map
Ptit sale
A casual French bistro with comfortable terrace seating.
Ptit sale, located a 4-minute walk from Sapporo subway station, is a casual French bistro where you can enjoy dishes made with Hokkaido ingredients. A must-try at this restaurant is the "Roast Ezo Deer." It's a dish featuring tenderly roasted Ezo deer leg meat with a mild and unassuming flavor. The homemade chutney is also highly recommended. They also offer a free-flow option with appetizers.
The restaurant is directly connected to the underground pedestrian space that links Sapporo Station, Odori Park, and Susukino. It is located on the 1st floor of Akarenga Terrace. The interior is glass-walled, creating a bright and stylish atmosphere. During good weather, you can enjoy the seasonal breeze on the open-air terrace seats. High-quality dishes made with Hokkaido ingredients are likely to be even more delicious.
Ptit sale
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm / Tea time 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm (L.O. 4:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Municipal Subway Sapporo Station toward Odori, directly connected to the Underground Walking Space
Address: 1F, 4-1, Kita-nijo-nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Municipal Subway Sapporo Station toward Odori, directly connected to the Underground Walking Space
Address: 1F, 4-1, Kita-nijo-nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido Map
LA BRIQUE
Indulge in food and wine pairing in an elegant atmosphere.
La Brique, located just a 2-minute walk from Sapporo Subway Station, is a French restaurant where you can enjoy dishes made with seasonal Hokkaido ingredients and premium ingredients such as Kobe beef. The tender and moist "Kobe Beef Rump Steak" is complemented by a red wine-based sauce that enhances the flavor of the Kobe beef. They also have a wine cellar with over 150 varieties and more than 1,000 bottles, allowing you to savor the pairing of dishes and wines.
The restaurant is located on the 3rd floor of Akarenga Terrace, offering a panoramic view of the popular tourist attraction, the former Hokkaido Government Building, through large windows. The interior features an open and spacious design with a predominantly white color scheme, creating an atmosphere of luxury. The sparkling chandeliers add to the luxurious ambiance, making it a great place for dinner with a night view. Private rooms are also available for a relaxing dining experience without having to worry about the surroundings.
LA BRIQUE
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Sapporo Station on Sapporo subway Namboku Line/Toho Line, 5-minute walk from Odori Station on Sapporo subway Tozai Line/Namboku Line/Toho Line
Address: 3F, Akarenga Terrace, 4, Kita-nijo-nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Sapporo Station on Sapporo subway Namboku Line/Toho Line, 5-minute walk from Odori Station on Sapporo subway Tozai Line/Namboku Line/Toho Line
Address: 3F, Akarenga Terrace, 4, Kita-nijo-nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido Map
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esCraft
A cozy beer bar to enjoy 100 varieties of craft beer and prime steak.
Located on the 1st floor of a complex building just a 1-minute walk from Susukino Station, es Craft is a beer bar with the keyword "Block Meat and Beer are the Ultimate Luxury." The "Tokachi Toyonishi Beef Block Steak," sourced from an affiliated steakhouse, offers a taste that brings out the natural flavors and sweetness of the meat when savored. The staff, who hold the "Beer Taster Beer Judge" qualification, carefully select from a selection of over 100 craft beers, making for a perfect pairing.
The interior is designed to evoke the image of a hidden gem of a pub tucked away in the alleyways of London. Imported pub mirrors from overseas are displayed throughout, creating a stylish ambiance. The background music changes based on the crowd, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks in various atmospheres. This is a welcoming place for individuals and groups alike, making it a recommended spot to fully enjoy Sapporo's nightlife.
es Craft
Open: Dinner 6:00 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:00 am)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Susukino Station on Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line, It is directly behind the Susukino police box after exiting the station
Address: 1F, N-Place, 3-1-2, Minamishijonishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Susukino Station on Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line, It is directly behind the Susukino police box after exiting the station
Address: 1F, N-Place, 3-1-2, Minamishijonishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido Map
French Restaurant Mikuni Sapporo
A French restaurant selecting seasonal Hokkaido ingredients.
French restaurant Mikuni Sapporo, produced by Chef Seizo Mikuni, who hails from Hokkaido, offers excellent accessibility with direct access from Sapporo Station. The cuisine emphasizes the importance of the "beginning," the "peak," and the "lingering" stages of ingredient freshness, bringing out the natural flavors. It's a restaurant where you can savor seasonal Hokkaido ingredients in courses tailored to each season.
Located on the 9th floor of Sapporo Stella Place, this establishment offers a panoramic view of Sapporo's cityscape. In addition to the main dining space, private rooms facing the rooftop garden are available, all of which exude a luxurious "Grande Maison" atmosphere. The restaurant boasts a massive wine cellar with a rich collection, primarily centered around Bordeaux and Burgundy wines. They also offer a selection of Hokkaido wines that pair perfectly with dishes made from Hokkaido ingredients.
French Restaurant Mikuni Sapporo
Open: [Monday, Wednesday - Sunday, Holidays, Day Before Holidays] Lunch 11:30 - 14:00 / Dinner 17:30 - 22:00 (last order 20:30)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 13,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: Go straight from Sapporo Station on the JR Chitose and Sassho Lines / 1 minute on foot from Sapporo Station on the Sapporo Subway Namboku and Toho Lines
Address: 9F Sapporo STELLAR PLACE , 2-5 Kita 5-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido Map
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Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 13,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: Go straight from Sapporo Station on the JR Chitose and Sassho Lines / 1 minute on foot from Sapporo Station on the Sapporo Subway Namboku and Toho Lines
Address: 9F Sapporo STELLAR PLACE , 2-5 Kita 5-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido Map
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