On a certain weekday, I visited a local Chinese specialty restaurant in Shinkotoni, Hokkaido, where locals gather. When I arrived, there were still empty seats available. I was interested in trying the ramen set that I hadn't tried before, but I decided to go with the weekly lunch special, "Spicy Miso Stir-Fried Pork and Cabbage (880 yen)." I took a bite and it was delicious. The sweet and savory flavor of the dish, which uses local miso, seemed like something Japanese people would enjoy. The cabbage and bell peppers were cooked just right, the pork had been carefully prepared, and there was a bit more oil on the plate than usual, but it added to the dish's appeal. The salad, which was mainly made of daikon, had a slightly spicy aurora dressing. The egg soup had a hint of seafood flavor, the pickled vegetables were refreshing, and the rice portion was generous. I heard that you can have seconds of the rice if you want. Overall, the quality of the food was a step above typical local Chinese restaurants, and I think places like this are important. I will definitely come back when I feel like it. Thank you for the meal.

Visited my 9th fried rice spot in 2020 in May. Lately, I've been on a "fried rice" spree, exploring fried rice dishes at various local Chinese restaurants. I can't help but order fried rice whenever it's available, even at ramen shops - I'm a fried rice enthusiast. As a result, I'm taking a break from my "anzake noodle" exploration for now. I had some business in the Tonden area and decided to visit a local Chinese restaurant that has been on my mind. This area seems to be purely residential, so I assume these are neighborhood-oriented shops. I ordered the "Gomoku Fried Rice" for 880 yen, which includes shrimp, char siu, green peas, egg, and green onions. The fried rice had a strong soy sauce flavor and a slightly dry texture. It was decently sized and had shrimp in it, but honestly, I thought it was a bit pricey. The taste was a bit monotonous. The soup with seaweed was just okay. I also tried the "Set A" for 1,180 yen, which included the popular "anzake yakisoba" - a type of yakisoba with a light sauce. The dish was filled with ingredients like napa cabbage, pork, squid, shrimp, komatsuna, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms. The mushrooms seemed to be canned, but they were authentic. The side dish was bamboo shoot chicken with a delicious dressing. My companion mentioned that the almond jelly dessert was surprisingly tasty. Overall, the restaurant had a "local Chinese" vibe and seemed a bit on the expensive side. I expected more reasonable prices for a local Chinese restaurant. Paying 1,380 yen for a "ramen set" at lunch just doesn't seem right.

I used it for a weekday lunch. When I was looking at the menu deciding what to order, I noticed pork and cabbage miso stir-fry on the edge of the table and decided to order the daily lunch menu. When it was brought to me, it was a small plate of sweet and sour pork. Not only was the portion small, but the stir-fried pork and cabbage were cut into small pieces, making it a very meager dish. The taste was good, so if this dish was priced at 780 yen, I would be willing to pay 1000 yen for it if they used proper ingredients. I don't think I will visit again.

On a certain weekday, I visited this popular Chinese restaurant located in Nishi-Kotoni 10-jo 3-chome for lunch. Despite the crowded parking lot, I was lucky to find a seat inside without much waiting. This time, I decided to try something different from the mapo tofu that I had ordered on my previous visits, so I opted for the Hokkaido-style ankake yakisoba set (980 yen). The noodles were thin and yellow, with a nice crispy texture. The sauce, which seemed to be soy sauce-based, had a gentle and delicious flavor without any sourness, and the consistency was well-maintained until the end. The dish was filled with ingredients such as cabbage, wood ear mushrooms, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, greens, squid, and well-prepared pork. The salad that came with the set was also impressive, with minced chicken, bamboo shoots, and daikon radish topped with a unique dressing. The side dishes of pickled vegetables, mango slices, and almond jelly with cherries were also delightful. The chef's attention to detail and creativity in each dish was commendable, although the service was a bit lacking in finesse. Overall, it was a satisfying meal. Thank you.

The eldest son was moving to Shin-Kotoni, so we bought necessary items at Nitori and around noon, we asked if it was okay to have lunch at the Bikkuri Donkey located in the Nitori premises, but they said "Bikkudon is not really my thing." So we searched on Tabelog and decided to go to Chin-Kairo for lunch with my wife and eldest son at 11:55. The restaurant is not particularly spacious, but it has a nice atmosphere. We were seated at a table and first ordered gyoza. We were also thinking about fried rice, so we ordered 4 gyoza for ¥400 and decided to go with the half size of the fried rice. The waitress confirmed that they could do a half size for the fried rice dishes - we ordered the five-flavor fried rice. It arrived in about 10 minutes, served with soup. The fried rice was aromatic and delicious. After a short wait, the gyoza arrived - they were flat and filled with juicy meat. They were delicious. We thought that this restaurant was of a high standard for a Chinese restaurant. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I went to this restaurant based on a friend's recommendation. The exterior stands out with its red Chinese-style walls, making it easy to find. There is a convenient parking lot. As soon as you enter, the smell of oil fills the air. The floor feels a bit damp. It was lunchtime, so there were many families with small children as customers. My companion loves Ankake Yakisoba, so that was the only choice for them. Since it was my first time at the restaurant, I wanted to try a variety of dishes, so I ordered a set of ramen and fried rice. Despite being a Chinese restaurant, the food took quite a while to arrive. While waiting, the air was thick with the smell of oil, making it a bit stuffy. I hope they clean the ventilation fans more often. The Ankake Yakisoba was delicious, but the fried rice tasted like soy sauce. As for the other dishes... no comment. Overall, it felt like a typical local Chinese restaurant.

It was a cold day, so I ordered a serving of tantanmen noodles. It was flavorful, not too spicy, and warmed me up nicely.

I visited for dinner. They have affordable set menus even at night, so you can eat to your heart's content. I ordered the sweet and sour pork separately because it's not included in the evening set menu.

Ankake yakisoba, the noodles are not fried much and have a lot of oil. The sauce melts quickly and becomes a watery soup. Isn't ankake yakisoba supposed to be noodles mixed with sauce? And the prices are generally high for the food.

Special Char Siu Fried Rice for 780 yen. It has plenty of Char Siu and is delicious. The flavor is a bit strong. 6 pieces of Gyoza for 480 yen. The skin is thin and crispy, which is my favorite type of Gyoza.

On January 16, Ramen set for 1380 yen, my wife had Ankake Yakisoba set for 1180 yen.

The sauce-covered yakisoba was delicious!

Daily special: Spicy stir-fried pork and egg for 700 yen.

I came to this restaurant because it came up when I searched for ankake yakisoba. They offer ramen, yakisoba, fried rice, daily specials, and sets. I was also interested in the mapo ramen, but I ended up ordering the ankake yakisoba as planned. The staff suggested a set which includes salad, pickled vegetables, and almond jelly for an extra 130 yen, but I declined because it didn't come with soup. The ankake yakisoba with five ingredients costs 850 yen. It contains shrimp, squid, pork, bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, wood ear mushrooms, Chinese cabbage, and greens. The flavor is slightly sweet with a soy sauce base, and the sauce is not too heavy. The noodles are well stir-fried, and the portion is generous. I left feeling satisfied and I would like to try the mapo ramen next time.

Chinkairo (Chinkairou) is a Chinese restaurant located in a residential area of Shinkotoni. The interior of the restaurant is chic and quite clean. There is a parking lot in front of the restaurant that can fit 6-7 cars. The main seating inside is tables, and there are also rooms in the back. The recommended option here is the weekly lunch special from Monday to Saturday. During lunchtime, it gets quite crowded, around 80-90% capacity. The weekly lunch special is 780 yen and comes with salad, pickles, and soup. You can also get a free extra serving of rice. I recommend trying the spicy stir-fried pork and cabbage for lunch. The noodles and dumplings are also delicious. While nothing stands out as exceptionally good, there are no disappointments either. It's a good place to stop by for those who live nearby or pass by during lunchtime. ☆Chinkairo (Chinkairou) Address: 3-6-1 Shinkotoni 10-jo, Kita-ku, Sapporo Phone: 011-765-8905 Business hours: 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:30 Closed on Wednesdays

Ordering a variety of dishes to share with a group of people is a unique way to enjoy Chinese cuisine. Chin-Ka-Ro is a Chinese restaurant with a stylish exterior and a clean, modern interior. The service was decent, but there were some areas where it felt a bit lacking in attentiveness. The dumplings had a slightly thick and chewy skin, with a strong garlic flavor to cover the overly mature meat taste. The Negi Chashu Ramen had delicious noodles and soup, with a slightly spicy soy sauce flavor and a flavorful and tender Chashu. The Pork and Cabbage Miso Stir-Fry had a sweet bean paste flavor that was a bit too dominant, and could have used more spiciness. The Ma Po Tofu had a slightly odd taste. The Pickled Turnip and Cucumber had a fresh and crunchy texture with just the right amount of saltiness. The rice was sticky and sweet, with a shiny appearance and good cooking. The soup had a typical Chinese flavor. The restaurant is smoke-free and child-friendly, making it easy for families with small children to visit. The clean and hygienic interior was welcoming. Stay tuned for the next review!