Looking back on summer vacation - Sapporo & Otaru - First stop in Sapporo was @lavi_chitose. The soup curry at lavi was served on a large plate with tender chicken. The tomato-based soup was flavorful with a nice kick of spices! The fried vegetables were also delicious and filling. #NewChitoseAirport #NewChitoseAirportFood #NewChitoseAirportLunch #SoupCurry

I came to Hokkaido. I wanted to eat something that is typical of Hokkaido, so I decided to have soup curry at New Chitose Airport. There was a line in front of the restaurant, but it moved surprisingly quickly. The recommended dish was chicken and vegetable curry, but since dinner was approaching soon (lol), I ordered the chicken curry with fewer vegetables. After some hesitation, I chose the level 5 spiciness. It was labeled as slightly spicy like homemade curry. My impression after tasting it was, "Hmm? It's spicier than I thought?" But the spice was addictive and I think I might get hooked on it. Personally, I liked it. When I went to pay, I noticed a photo of former Prime Minister Abe at the register. The staff told me, "He has been here three times!" Maybe it was his favorite place. But with this delicious taste, I understand why!

I'm in Sapporo. I decided to try various local specialties while I'm here. I started with soup curry at the airport. The thin curry with a kick of spices was delicious. I chose the "Chicken and Vegetable Soup Curry" from the menu. You can choose from three types of soup base: original, shrimp broth, and coconut flavor. You can also choose the level of spiciness from 0 to 50. I chose shrimp broth with spiciness level 2 and a small portion of rice. The chicken was tender and tasty, and there were plenty of vegetables. It was so good that I didn't even need the rice. Level 2 was spicy enough for me. I can't imagine how someone could handle level 50. It would ruin everything. Anyway, it was delicious. I want to eat it again.

Soup curry restaurant on the 3rd floor of New Chitose Airport. I arrived before 5 pm today, so I was able to get in without waiting in line. I ordered the ¥1,780 Coconut Soup Curry with rice (small) and spice level 5. The soup was rich and flavorful with a hint of sweetness. The curry included bell peppers, eggplant, carrots, okra, potatoes, half an egg, cabbage, broccoli, and pumpkin. Even though I ordered a small rice, it was still too much for me to finish. Once you try it, you'll be satisfied. Next time, I'll try the shrimp soup curry.

I arrived at the restaurant at 10:28 for the 10:30 opening time and found quite a long line already formed. Luckily, I was able to enter right when they opened. This time, I ordered the original soup with chicken and vegetables for 1,680 yen. It was reliably delicious, but I noticed that due to a shortage of eggs in Hokkaido or perhaps high prices, the eggs had been replaced with quail eggs. It made me feel like it was a sign of the times changing.

I visited around 1pm on a regular day and waited in line for about 20 minutes. Even when I left around 2pm, there was still a line, giving off the airport-like vibe. I had the original chicken and vegetable curry soup. It was labeled as medium spicy (level 3), but it was spicier than expected. The original soup was tomato-based, so it had a tangy flavor that might be divisive among diners.

During my trip to Hokkaido, I had wanted to eat here at least once but didn't have the chance until just before my flight. The restaurant was full when I peeked inside, but a staff member quickly came to help me. I decided to wait. The service was great, and I was seated within 5 minutes. I ordered and quickly finished my meal in about 10 minutes. The food was consistently delicious as always.

I had the opportunity to visit this restaurant during a layover at the airport in Rebun Island. We were running a bit late, but once we entered, the service was quick and we were able to relax more than expected. I tried the muscle soup curry with a spice level of 3, which was my first time having authentic soup curry. It was very delicious. My partner, on the other hand, ordered a spice level of 0 (not sure why). They didn't enjoy it as much. A level 3 is not too spicy, so I think it would be good for those who can handle regular curry. There are several branches in Hokkaido, so I would like to visit again when I return to Hokkaido.

Soup curry, which I don't eat often. I tried it at the airport. Around 11:30, there were 8 groups in line, and I waited for about 30 minutes. (You can leave while waiting) It was full of vegetables, and the rice was delicious. The curry was spicy with a lot of spices. The soft cartilage was flavorful and delicious. And the vegetables! Broccoli, eggplant, pumpkin, and other vegetables were delicious. A wonderful gourmet journey begins!

I arrived 5 minutes before the store opened and there were about 7-8 people lined up, but when the store opened, I was able to enter smoothly. About 15 minutes after opening, I looked outside and there were again about 7-8 people lined up, so it seems like it's better to come early if you don't have much time before your flight. I ordered soup curry with chicken, and chose a medium size for the rice. You can choose the level of spiciness by numbers, and this time I ordered a medium level 3, which was just right. It seems like they also offer a non-spicy option for children, so even families with kids can enjoy. The curry had a variety of vegetables and the crispy texture of the chicken was good.

Arrived in Fukuoka around 2:30 p.m. The first meal in Hokkaido was a choice between ramen and soup curry, and I decided on soup curry. I wrote my name and waited for about 10 minutes before being seated. I ordered the "Chicken and Vegetable Curry." The waitress repeated back "Chicken and Vegetable Curry," which was a bit embarrassing! I couldn't really tell the difference between "to vegetables" and "without vegetables" even after seeing what my family ordered. The crispy broccoli was delicious. I was more impressed by the ramen soup curry I had in Sapporo a few years ago, but I think it's a matter of personal preference. It would have been helpful if they had put furigana for "to" (there).

Business trip meal in Hokkaido. I had Chicken and Vegetable Curry soup at lavi while waiting for my flight back. Due to excessive eating and drinking the previous two days, my stomach was feeling off, but I couldn't come to Hokkaido and not have soup curry. This Chicken and Vegetable Curry is apparently a classic choice. You can choose from 3 types of soup, and I went with the original. I chose a safe option of level 8 spiciness out of 1 to 50. It was slightly spicier than what I have at home, but the light and spicy soup helped revive my weakened stomach. Curry is the cure for all ailments. By the way, my flight back was predictably delayed by 1.5 hours, causing me to miss the last train and only make it as far as Namba from Kansai Airport. #SoupCurrylavi #ChickenandVegetableCurry #HokkaidoGourmet #BusinessTripMeal #HokkaidoSoupCurry

Upon arriving at the airport, I decided to have lunch first. There were so many options to choose from, but I ended up going for the soup curry. Since it was still a bit early for lunch, I was able to sit down without waiting. I ordered the Vegetable Curry from Yayoiken - Original Soup Style for 1,580 yen, with a spice level of medium 3 and a small rice. It had plenty of deep-fried vegetables in it. The soup curry was spicy and flavorful with a good amount of spices. Even at a spice level of 3, it was quite hot. My companion ordered the Chicken and Vegetable Curry - Original Soup Style for 1,680 yen. They said the chicken was tender and delicious. I really wanted to try soup curry while in Hokkaido, so I was glad there was a place to eat it at the airport. I also wanted some time to buy souvenirs, so it was lucky that we didn't have to wait in line. As we left the restaurant after finishing our meal, a line had formed, as expected.

Well, this trip to Sapporo was decided suddenly, and I had plans for the day before and the day after, so I will return after just one night. I chose an early return flight to avoid high additional fees, so I decided to have lunch at the airport. Therefore, even though I like curry, I don't usually eat soup curry, but since I came all the way to Sapporo... I decided to try the popular restaurant Soup Curry lavi at New Chitose Airport. It is said that even former Prime Minister Abe visited this place. It is located on the third floor in the street food area called Shiden Street Dining. It's right across from Hokkaido Ramen Dojo haha. I accidentally arrived at the back entrance, so I quickly crossed through the restaurant to the opposite entrance... and then, it turned out that they require you to fill out a form, but even though it was just past 11 o'clock, the wait was really long!? Well, I had plenty of time so it was fine, but it took 30 minutes to get in. For my first time there, I ordered the classic Chicken and Vegetable Curry in the Original Soup. You can choose from three types of soups: the original soup with a tomato base that has a sour taste, the popular rich and flavorful roasted shrimp soup, and the Thai curry-style mild coconut soup. But since it was my first time, I went with the original soup. You can also choose the level of spiciness, ranging from 1 to 50, with Mild Spicy from 0 to 5 (3 being medium, 5 being spicy), Medium Spicy from 6 to 10, Spicy from 11 to 30, and Extra Spicy from 31 to 50. Based on reviews, the single digits are not that spicy, so I played it safe and asked for level 10 in Medium Spicy. For those seeking spicier options above level 50, please inform the staff. In addition, you can choose the amount of rice: small (150g), regular (200g), or large (300g). Since it wasn't long since breakfast, I went with the regular size. I also ordered a mango lassi from the set drink menu. There were other flavors like strawberry, banana, blueberry, and pineapple, but the popular ones are plain or mango, so I went with mango lassi. Oh, it smells spicy and delicious. First, I tried the soup alone... hmm, it's quite spicy. It might be just right for me. The bone-in chicken leg is so tender it falls apart, and it's delicious. The pumpkin and carrots are sweet, and the Red Moon variety of potatoes is tasty. The roasted cabbage and broccoli are also good. Thanks for the meal.

At the airport, there is a shop where you can fully enjoy Hokkaido! Eating soup curry makes you feel like you've really come to Hokkaido, so I often go there when transferring or on my way back. I like the coconut soup curry! The original soup curry was a bit on the sour side.

At New Chitose Airport for dinner ✈️ On my last night, I felt like having soup curry. The place was less crowded around 7 pm. I ordered Chicken and Vegetable Curry with Shrimp Soup level 10 spicy. The standard soup was tomato-based, so I paid extra for shrimp soup. The curry arrived quickly and had a light, curry-flavored soup. The taste was spiced with nutmeg and other spices, and the level 10 spiciness was like level 3 or 4 at CoCo Ichibanya. It was totally manageable for spice lovers! The deep-fried vegetables soaked in the curry were delicious, and the chicken was tender and flavorful. Prices were a bit high due to it being at an airport, but I was happy to have enjoyed a tasty curry. Thank you for the meal.

I had this as the final meal of my Hokkaido trip. I love seafood, so even though I was in Hokkaido, I had never tried soup curry before. It was my first time tasting the authentic flavor. The meat was tender, and there were plenty of vegetables in it, making it delicious. I usually don't like spicy food, but the soup curry here was easy to eat and tasty. It was so good that I wish I had tried it sooner.

The shrimp flavor is quite strong and nice, adding Frankfurt sausages increases the satisfaction. The original dish was delicious with a sophisticated spiciness. There is a moderate wait, so it's recommended to allow extra time for your flight. I lined up around 11:30 to register and by the time I returned at 12:00, it was my turn.

A few times a year, I visit Hokkaido for a fun time. One of my favorite places to eat is "Yagen Nankotsu to Yasai," known for their original soup curry with a spice level of 6. Every time I visit Hokkaido, I make sure to have soup curry, but this time I almost missed out due to lack of time. Luckily, I found out that Lavi opens at 10:30 am, earlier than most other restaurants which open at 11 am. I was grateful for this opportunity! I quickly finished my souvenir shopping to catch my flight, lined up before the opening time, and as soon as they opened, I entered and ordered my chosen menu. The soup curry with plenty of vegetables and chewy Yagen cartilage arrived in front of me. The spicy soup curry was delicious as always, and the rice was cooked just right to complement the curry. I chose spice level 6, which was perfect for me, although I wished it had a bit more sweetness to it. Despite this, I was satisfied with this moment of enjoying soup curry in Hokkaido, and I quickly made my way to the security checkpoint due to my limited time.

I had dinner here. There were two of us in line. New Chitose Airport is crowded during weekdays in the daytime and in the evening, so weekends must be even busier. For my last meal of the trip, I chose soup curry, which I hadn't eaten yet. Since I had been eating out a lot and lacking vegetables, this time I ordered the Vegetable Curry from the greengrocer (¥1,350). It arrived in just over 10 minutes. The deep-fried vegetables were delicious and I wanted more. The pumpkin was especially tasty. The okra and potatoes were also very delicious. My body must have needed them. The curry is quite spicy with a good amount of spices. The person next to me was eating while sweating. You can also taste the acidity from the tomatoes. The compatibility with rice may vary depending on personal preference. Thank you for the meal.