This Italian restaurant has been my favorite for a long time. It is a hidden gem located a little away from the station, but it is always bustling with regular customers. My favorite dish here is the potato and bean salad. It has cream cheese mixed in, giving it a unique and delicious flavor. I like to eat it on a baguette. Also, the Venetian-style liver and mushroom dish is rich and tasty, with a sauce similar to Hayashi rice. This place is just great. They have a variety of seasonal menus, so you can keep coming back without getting bored.

Hidden Italian restaurant located a little away from Kokubunji Station. It is a well-established shop that has been in business for over 20 years. Initially, the term "bar" was not familiar in Japan, so it was classified as an "izakaya" and has remained so to this day. I have been coming here for about 10 years since I moved to Kokubunji. The menu isn't extensive, but each dish is carefully prepared with a special touch. There is a variety of daily specials, so you never get tired of the flavors. Today, I had new onion fritters, scallops in tomato-flavored wine sauce, garlic pizza, and mushroom bolognese. Everything tastes homemade and really delicious. Once again, I enjoyed heartwarming dishes today.

I felt like having Italian food but didn't want to travel far, so I came across this restaurant. It's on my commute route and I was curious about it, but it only opens at night (it's an izakaya). Sometimes they have private bookings, so I made a reservation. Luckily, it was quite empty, maybe because of the rainy weather. We quickly placed our order. We ordered the following: Cocktails: Amaretto soda (my companion's was a different kind) Blackboard menu: Butter-grilled eringi mushrooms (topped with anchovies like a canape, delicious) Regular menu: Assorted sausages (all juicy and firm, particularly liked the salami) Bacon & jalapeno pizza (spicy but makes you want to add more Tabasco, a "umakara" menu item, addictive) Eggplant and cheese gratin (with bread) - the rich cheese aroma and melty texture were excellent, this dish alone would have been enough for one person Pickled cabbage - with plenty of ginger flavor, paired well with the wine I saved for later Dessert: Passion fruit & lychee sorbet - with a refreshing lime flavor, another dessert I would like to order again The interior of the restaurant is warm with a calming wooden decor, not too many seats but a good size for small parties. There is also a counter, so it's good for solo dining. We had all this food and drink for a little over 6000 yen. We didn't have heavy dishes, but we were completely satisfied.

I went to a Christmas girls' party in my second year and saw the food log. I thought there would be lots of food because it was Christmas, but I was the first one there at 6:30. Maybe it was because it was early, but by around 8:00, all the tables were full. I ordered: - Toro salmon carpaccio salad: Thick slices of tender salmon with a simple dressing. - Oyster and spinach gratin: I really wanted to try this! It was hot and the oysters were big, a delicious and gentle gratin. It came with thinly sliced baguette. - Octopus and avocado salad: A surprising combination to try. The mayonnaise wasn't overpowering, and the avocado was just right, not too soft. A delight for avocado lovers. - Four cheese pizza: Thin crust with tomato sauce, a rare find for a cheese pizza. - Spicy fried chicken wings: Very juicy and delicious. The spices were not overpowering, with a hint of cinnamon(?), a sweet taste I had never had before. I had sparkling wine followed by white wine, fitting for Christmas. The dishes overall had gentle flavors and were all delicious. The atmosphere of the restaurant was calm, making it a great recommendation for girls. I would love to visit again with friends.

O-san's schedule dictated that we take the Keio Line from Fuchu to Takao-Sanguchi on the way there. On the way back, we decided to have a drink in Kokubunji (^O^)/C□, so we transferred to the Chuo Line at Takao Station (^ー^* )♪ However, unfortunately (ノ◇≦。)!! O-san had other plans for the evening and couldn't join us. As a housewife, I couldn't exactly kidnap him, so I sadly bid farewell at Kokubunji Station (/・、)/~~ Exiting from the south exit of Kokubunji Station and turning left, you will see the Tachigaya Todai Garden on your right as you go down the slope. Turning right at the intersection of Nanchome 2, you will enter Kokubunji Kaido, and about 100 meters on your right hand side is SAPO. We arrived around the opening time of 18:00. There is space for about 3 cars to park in front of the store, and I saw a family with an elderly person in a wheelchair being helped by the staff to enter the store. Wow, what a barrier-free izakaya (゜∇^d) Good!! Upon entering, the restaurant had a seating arrangement of 2 round tables that can accommodate 4-6 people each, 1 square table, and a counter with 7-8 seats. Although it is called an izakaya, the cuisine is based on Italian dishes. While the menu is not extensive, the dishes are prepared with care and are much better than what you would find at chain izakayas, making it wallet-friendly (o^-')b !!! Light appetizers range from 300 yen to a cheese assortment at the highest price of 700 yen. Pasta, pizza, and other dishes are priced between 500 yen and 800 yen, making it very affordable (o^-')b !!! We started with two Heartland beers (550 yen each) and a bottle of Valdo Cabernet for 2400 yen. The wine list includes three types of full bottles (red and white) ranging from 1900 to 2600 yen, with glasses priced at 400 yen and decanters at 1200 yen. We ordered various dishes including a potato and mixed bean salad with cream cheese flavor for 550 yen, curry-flavored fried chicken wings for 500 yen, a sea bream carpaccio salad for 750 yen, a zucchini, scallop, and asparagus pizza for 800 yen, a sausage assortment for 800 yen, a blue cheese pizza for 800 yen, an oyster and spinach cream gratin for 800 yen, and a smoked salmon and mushroom marinade for 550 yen. We also had linguine with clams and tomato cream sauce for 800 yen. We enjoyed a bottle of Novembre Sicilia 2007/Kuzmano for 3800 yen, which was a Novello wine from Italy, as well as a smoked salmon and mushroom marinade for 550 yen. Overall, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was welcoming.

I always rely on this place, it's a delicious Italian restaurant with a cozy izakaya-like atmosphere.

I visited this restaurant a while ago so I don't remember the details, but it left a good impression on me. My family and I went on a Sunday and the restaurant was quickly filled up. The two men cooking behind the counter seemed very busy taking orders one after another, yet they were smiling, cheerful, and even engaged in conversations with regular customers. This created a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. We ordered various dishes and all of them were delicious without any disappointments. The pasta with clams and seaweed was a unique and tasty dish. The pizza was also very good. Despite eating a lot, the bill was reasonable, and both adults and children were satisfied.

It's a small, cozy shop with a great sense of style. The creative dishes were all delicious, and the atmosphere was very welcoming. It seemed like a place loved by many regular customers. The staff and customers were friendly, and there was no sense of formality. The wine was reasonably priced, and I definitely want to come back. It's a great place for a date, hanging out with friends, or even dining alone.

I have visited this restaurant many times since my student days. It is calm, stylish, clean, with spacious seating, and serves delicious food and drinks - a truly comfortable place to be. In Kunitachi, there are two types of bars: those frequented by regulars and chain restaurants, but this place strikes a good balance with the staff (there are regulars, but the atmosphere is not intimidating). The female staff members are cute. I use this place for various occasions, not just for dates, but also for gourmet professor gatherings and meals with friends who love food. They offer a variety of beers such as draft (I forget the brand), Heartland, Corona, and others, as well as several types of wine and cocktails. The avocado and octopus salad is a must-have every time - creamy and delicious. While they mainly serve pasta and pizza, they also offer spicy chicken wings, spring rolls, sausages, stir-fries, and other dishes. Every single dish is good and pairs well with drinks. The pasta and pizza are also very tasty. However, I prefer the pasta to be slightly more al dente. When sharing with friends while drinking, the noodles tended to get a bit too soft when I picked them up to eat. Nevertheless, the food is so good that I end up eating a lot. I will definitely visit again when I go to Kunitachi.

I visited the restaurant after seeing it on Tabelog. The menu doesn't have a lot of items, but everything we ordered was delicious and satisfying. As one reviewer mentioned, the atmosphere was just right - not too noisy or too quiet. I liked the cozy feel of the place, but it felt a bit alienating to sit at a table while regulars occupied the counter, chatting and laughing together. Nevertheless, the food was so good that I want to come back regularly.

When it comes to drinking in Kokubunji, there are honestly not many places to go. The area is full of noisy bars and it can be hard to find a place to relax and enjoy a decent drink and meal. Some places have staff with excessive energy that can be overwhelming. That's why my friends and I often end up going to Tonelico, but personally, I highly recommend this Sapio. The atmosphere is just right - not too quiet, not too loud. It's perfect for adults to casually eat and drink. The regulars at the counter don't seem to mind the lack of young people, and the gentle bossa nova music fits the vibe of the place. The menu is mostly Italian-inspired, casual yet high quality with well-balanced flavors. The prices are reasonable, so you can order a few dishes without breaking the bank. I prefer it when it's a bit quieter, but I think this place deserves more recognition.

The food is delicious no matter what you order. The atmosphere is not too dark or noisy, making it a perfect spot for couples. Unlike other places with overly chatty staff, you can relax and enjoy your meal here. It's a bit of a walk from the station, but the delicious food makes it worth it. I will definitely be visiting this place often.

Located a little beyond the izakaya Sapokinon in Kokubunji, I visited this restaurant based on a friend's enthusiastic recommendation. Another friend mentioned occasionally going there, so it seems to be a popular spot in Kokubunji. The menu mainly consists of Italian dishes, but there are also Asian and Japanese-style options. It has a bit of a fusion vibe. Everything I tried was delicious. The Italian dishes are the main focus, and there aren't any particularly unique flavors, so I think anyone would enjoy it. The counter is usually filled with regular customers, but the overall atmosphere is relaxed enough that it doesn't bother those sitting at the tables. It has a very pleasant atmosphere. It's recommended for a relaxed meal with two or three people, chatting over food and drinks. Additionally, the menu is reasonably priced, with most dishes around 800 yen, making it wallet-friendly. The background music is mostly bossa nova.