Ten years ago, I remembered how delicious the pizza was and decided to visit. When I looked at the menu, I noticed that it was different from before. There were two types of curry. I had some doubts, but it turns out that the chef has changed. I ordered a salami pizza, carbonara, and crab tomato sauce pasta. While our order was being prepared, the next customer who came in called out "Excuse me" but was ignored. The place was being run by one person, so maybe they didn't hear. When our food was brought out, they asked for our order again. If it were me, I might have called out multiple times. The pizza was loaded with cheese. I prefer it with a bit more browning. The carbonara was light. I wanted more grated cheese. The saltiness was good, so I added some black pepper. The pasta called Granchio was my favorite.

I stopped by alone on my way home from shopping. It's a restaurant located just above GEO. The chef looked familiar. It was my first time there, and it seems like there has been a change in chefs. This new chef used to work at a nearby soup curry restaurant. I had the Vongole Rosso and smoked salmon, along with a beer. Of course, it was delicious. The Vongole Rosso had a strong scent of clams, making me feel like I was by the sea. The beer was the unfiltered Ebisu. The toilet door was made of wood, reminding me of Ise Jingu. The atmosphere of the restaurant gave off a vibe of a hidden gem for couples.

Abashiri, Komaba here. Let's have lunch~. Maybe pasta would be good. Let's search on Tabelog. "Abashiri, Lunch, Pasta".... And the first nice-looking restaurant we decided on was closed~. Next option... I often pass by this place, but there aren't many cars parked, so it seems empty. It always looks like a quiet Italian restaurant~?? Let's go check it out. It's past 12 on a Sunday. Everywhere else must be crowded, but this place is completely empty. w(゜o゜)w No other customers. The interior is stylish with a wood theme. Don't they say "welcome"? Well, some ramen shops don't either. Seems to be a Western-style restaurant with Italian as the main dish. Let's place our order~ Pasta it is. "Excuse me!" ...No response. Seems like they heard me closing the tap. ...Waiting. ...Still not coming. "Excuse me!" ...No response. Called twice, and they finally came. But still no response. ( -_・)? "Bolognese" and "Carbonara" Other customers arrive... Looks like they've decided on their order. "Excuse me!" ...No response. The owner came for the second time, just like with us. Seems like they don't respond. It arrived in 7-8 minutes. "Bolognese" Not too bland, but lacking in flavor, no richness. It's not bad. "Carbonara" You can taste the egg, but it's not rich. It's light. Still, this one is better. What bothers me the most is the heating appliance. The restaurant started to smell like kerosene. This is not good. We quickly finished eating and left. (ノД`) It's been a while since I've been to such a disappointing restaurant.

2016.10 "It's hard to get to, so don't write badly about it!" "I understand, boss!!" It seems like they were busy and didn't feel like making anything. "Let's go eat somewhere." "Okay, I'll accompany you." They walk towards the restaurant, even though it's raining and they have to use an umbrella. They arrive at 6:30 PM, but the door won't open. "Huh? Closed?" They try the handle a few times, but it won't open. After waiting for a few seconds, someone finally opens the door. "Oh, sorry, I was out." Oh, really? But, is that attitude okay? "I won't write badly about it." "I understand, boss. I won't write anything else." "Beer" and "Prosciutto" are ordered. It's not from Caldi, of course. It's a restaurant. However, the prosciutto that comes out is dry and not tasty. "I won't write badly about it." "I understand, boss. I won't write anything else." "Beef sirloin tagliata" is ordered, which they know is delicious. They skip the potatoes. The meat is delicious, right? They have red wine in a decanter. They order "Tarako Mayonnaise Pizza" (S size for 800 yen) and "Fettuccine Granchio (Crab Tomato Sauce)". The pizza doesn't taste strongly of tarako, but it's chewy and tasty. They add more red wine to the decanter. It's fine that the food takes a while to come out since they know it's just one person running the place. The pasta is made with fresh pasta, but it lacks the chewy texture. The sauce also feels cheap. "I won't write badly about it." "I understand, boss. I won't write anything else." "That's all for now." It's time to go. "Get out," they say. What a situation. The wine in the decanter is more than half full, but they drank at a normal pace. They didn't ask for the remaining time when they ordered the additional decanter of wine. The restaurant owner really lacks hospitality. Is this a restaurant? Is this a restaurant? 2016.7 The reviewer decided to only visit one restaurant that day to avoid the burden of visiting two restaurants a day. They initially planned to go to a nearby diner for a drink, but ended up going to a pasta restaurant they missed on a previous visit. The restaurant owner, known for their lack of friendliness, was the only one there. They ordered an "Ebisu beer" and then switched to house wine. The "Anchovy Canape" and "Beef Sirloin Tagliata" were ordered. The canape was average, and the anchovy and cheese didn't stand out. The tagliata had a strong spice flavor in the potatoes, which the reviewer did not enjoy. The meat was delicious, but too spicy for their liking. They ordered "Carbonara" and "Bolognese" pasta, both priced at 900 yen each. Two well-built women arrived later. The timing of the pasta arrival coincided with the sound of a cigarette being lit by one of the women. The "Carbonara" had a strong egg flavor, which the reviewer didn't mind. The salad that came with it didn't appeal to them. The reviewer thought the Bolognese was delicious and preferred it over the Carbonara. The owner's behavior was questionable. The reviewer's partner commented that they could probably cook better pasta at home. Overall, the food didn't impress the reviewer, and they questioned if the restaurant truly deserved the title of a "ristorante."

I went to lunch to celebrate a friend's birthday in October 2015. It was my first time visiting this restaurant because last time it was closed unexpectedly. Even though the lights were on inside, the door was locked. I thought it might be closed again, so I went back to my car, but then the owner came out and opened the door. It seemed like they forgot to unlock it. I ordered the gratin, which came out in about 20 minutes. The portion size was just right, not too much or too little, but I was shocked by the salad that came with it. The lettuce was clearly wilted, with pink edges! That's not right, right? I couldn't eat it.

I have been curious about this place for a while. The location is easy to find and access. The parking lot seems difficult to park in, so I recommend parking at a nearby large store. (Even though it may not be allowed, there are many large stores nearby, so even someone like me who is not good at driving can park there and walk to the restaurant easily.) The curry had high ratings on Tabelog, but I was in the mood for pasta that day. Mine was just okay, but my companion's vegetable pasta was apparently delicious, so I will order that next time. It was pasta wrapped in aluminum foil. As for the coffee, it is self-serve from a machine and costs 200 yen for unlimited refills... even though I doubt anyone has time to drink that much coffee. A soba restaurant in the neighboring town offers free unlimited coffee from the same machine, and the Italian restaurant in the next town over serves specialty coffee, so as a coffee lover, it's disappointing!

◆February 2015◆ This is an Italian restaurant located behind the Geo Abashiri store. The exterior is simple yet modern and stylish. In contrast, the interior is a handmade log cabin style with a wood theme. It is surprisingly spacious, bright, and has a nice atmosphere. [About the Menu] The menu consists of Italian and Western cuisine. - Pasta (over 10 varieties) - Pizza (Salami, Seafood, Bacon, in sizes S, M, L) - Meat dishes (Sirloin, Beef Stew, Hamburger) - Soup Curry (Chicken, Lamb Steak) - Western-style Curry (Beef, Hamburger, Cutlet) - A la carte side menu - Petit cakes If you order a meal, the drink is only 200 yen, and they offer mini menus like Mini Omelette Rice and Mini Shrimp Pilaf, which is nice. [What I Ate] I was planning to have pasta, but to my surprise, they had soup curry like an Italian restaurant. I changed my plan and ordered the Lamb Steak Soup Curry with a spiciness level of 4. I chose rice instead of bread. The rice was refillable, and it came with salad and lassi, which was generous. I also added a hot coffee. The soup curry here is a European-style curry with a tomato and onion base, thick and creamy, like a more intense version of Kitaro's curry. The ingredients included carrots, broccoli, potato salad, and something similar to Kitaro's stir-fried rape blossoms at the bottom. The main lamb steak was tender and had no unpleasant smell. It was quite a generous portion. Surprisingly, the restaurant's soup curry was quite spicy. I could handle it, but this level of spiciness was just right for me. The rice portion was already quite large, so I couldn't ask for a refill (laughs). The coffee was self-serve, like Seven Cafe machines. It was a great deal to have unlimited coffee for 200 yen. I thought there was only Kitaro's soup curry in Abashiri, so it was lucky to come across this unexpectedly delicious curry.

I visited the restaurant around 12:00 on Saturday afternoon. Surprisingly, it was not crowded at all, and I was able to enter smoothly as another couple (maybe husband and wife) was leaving. The lady inside welcomed me and offered me to choose any seat I liked. The interior was filled with wooden furniture, creating a bright and calming atmosphere. There were Italian landscape paintings and photos on the walls. The menu had pictures and descriptions for each item, which was very helpful. I ordered the "Spaghetti Cartoccio" (with salad for 980 yen), which was a pasta dish with vegetables and cheese in a tomato sauce baked in foil. It took about 15 minutes for the dish to be served, and I wished they had brought out the salad first. The Cartoccio was as described, with vegetables like eggplant, onion, shimeji mushrooms, and eringi, topped with plenty of melted cheese. The pasta was cooked al dente and tasted simple yet delicious. It was a good portion size for me, but might be a bit small for larger appetites. I also had a Chocolat Zuccotto for dessert, which was a chocolate sponge cake filled with nutty whipped cream. Overall, the restaurant had a nice atmosphere and tasty food, making it a pleasant dining experience.

This time, I came to Grazie, an Italian restaurant in Abashiri City, for dinner. It's a stylish restaurant that I chose for my anniversary with my wife. We've been here a few times before, even before we got married. The location is about 100 meters up the mountain from the intersection in front of Best Denki on 333 Street in Abashiri. There is a small parking lot that can fit about 6 cars, but it's quite difficult to park because of the slanted terrain. The interior of the restaurant is stylish, with a lot of wood used in the decor. When we entered the restaurant... no one else was there except for one other couple. We chose a table near the entrance. An older lady came in late and the staff led her to the table next to us for some reason, even though there were plenty of other tables available. We looked at the menu and the lunch menu looked tempting, but since it was already past 5 pm, we decided to order the anchovy pasta and gnocchi. When we placed our order, the staff brought forks and spoons to the table. They also brought a thin stick-like bread that they called "like a cracker." They said we could eat it as it is or dip it in the pasta sauce. I asked the name of this cracker-like item, but the staff didn't know. Next, they brought the same item to the lady next to us and said the same thing about it. I was already getting annoyed. The lady asked if she could order from the lunch menu... at 5 pm. The staff said it was okay. I was already frustrated because we had waited until dinner time, but she could order from the lunch menu. Our anniversary dinner was off to a rocky start... I ordered the Puttanesca (950 yen), which is a tomato pasta with anchovies and olive. I had never tried anchovies before, but I couldn't really tell which part was the anchovy. The orange crunchy bits in the dish were supposed to be anchovies, I guess. I found it easy to eat, but I wasn't sure about the taste. My wife ordered the Carbonara (1100 yen), which is basically cheese cream sauce with potato dumplings. It was too salty, probably because of the cheese. I also ordered the Mediterranean Pizza, which had seafood on it. However, there was only shrimp on the pizza, and the other seafood was too small to notice. While we were eating the pizza, the lady next to us left, and the staff cleared her plate without saying a word. When we went to pay, the staff didn't come to the counter... I wondered if I could just leave without paying. We paid and left without a "thank you" from the staff. Overall, the experience was terrible. The food wasn't good, and the service was lacking. The only positive was the friendly interaction with the lady who I think was the owner.

I went there after a long time. There are about 4-5 table seats. The walls are basic wooden boards. The table legs are made of logs, creating a nice atmosphere. I splurged and ordered the dinner course for 3300 yen. It includes today's appetizer, pasta, bread, choice of meat or fish dish, salad, dessert, and coffee. For pasta, meat or fish dish, and dessert, you can choose from 3 options each. On this day, I chose ham and mozzarella cheese for the appetizer, which was delicious. I tried the spaghetti alle vongole with fresh pasta for the first time, and it was good. The veal sauté was very tender, albeit slightly salty for my taste. The panna cotta had a nice chewy texture. I ended the meal with an espresso, which paired well with the dessert. Overall, I found the dishes a bit too salty for my liking. As I get older, I seem to prefer milder flavors. I think the meal would have been just right if enjoyed with some alcohol. Smoking is allowed, and there are 3-4 parking spaces in front of the restaurant.

I sometimes use it for lunch. Overall, it seems to have a salty taste, but I recommend the crab miso pasta in the photo. It's always crowded at lunchtime. There aren't many delicious pasta restaurants in Abashiri city, but I think this is the best in the city.

Located on a hillside on the way from a street lined with large stores to a residential area, this restaurant seems to be popular for lunch among local housewives. The menu consists mainly of pasta, but also includes hamburgers, steaks, and even curry. Despite my wife's unusual desire to eat meat for lunch, we decided to have steak and pasta for lunch. The steak was average, nothing special, and could probably be a bit cheaper for the taste. The pasta we ordered was tomato and crab, with a tangy tomato flavor and thin pasta, offering a typical taste for the price. However, it made me curious to try other dishes on the menu. The portion size was decent. My wife particularly enjoyed the salad dressing (even though she ordered steak!). The curry, which seemed to be highlighted on the menu, caught my attention. I've always associated curry in this town with Nepalese curry or famous soup curry, so I wonder if this Italian-style curry might be good. There aren't many options for Western food in this city, so I might give it a try if I feel like it. Pasta and curry, perhaps!

Located a little up towards the Shiomim direction from the shopping center in Komaba, this restaurant has a modern exterior and a stylish interior with a log house-like wood finish. They offer a menu of pasta, pizza, hamburgers, and more, using locally sourced ingredients such as flour. Each dish is delicious, with the flavors of the ingredients shining through. One dish I particularly enjoyed was the "Chicken Set." It starts with a salad dressed in their homemade dressing, which is distinctively delicious. The next course is a creamy soup with a rich flavor of ingredients like potatoes, corn, or pumpkin. The main course, the chicken, is perfectly seasoned and crispy on the outside, making it hard to stop eating. If you have the budget, I recommend trying their wine as well. I often chose the red house wine, which had a strong acidity and bitterness yet was delicious. It made me realize the difference between good wine and the usual cheap ones. Overall, I believe the prices are worth the quality of food and drinks here. Highly recommended.