On the first night in Kitami, head to this place. There are various Hokkaido dishes such as Zangi and Hocce, making it difficult to choose, but the prices are not as high as in tourist areas, which is appealing. Each dish comes in a large portion, making it suitable for groups of several people. The atmosphere has a Showa era vibe, so if you are looking for something stylish, you may want to try a different restaurant. Personally, I find this place more calming. The grilled squid is delicious. I had the urge to carve rice and eat it with the sauce, or scoop up the sauce with bread and eat it.

Visited on January 29, 2019. The interior of the restaurant is quite spacious and has a traditional feel. The menu is extensive and overall quite delicious. The scallop sashimi was especially delicious. It's rare to find a set of 3 yakitori skewers. The highball had a strong carbonation and was good. Izakaya Yukara Address: 3-5-5 Nishi, Kitami City Phone: 0157-24-8037 Business hours: 17:00-23:00 Closed on Sundays Parking: Unknown Interior: Quite spacious (counter, raised seating area, tatami seating)

If you say so, I'll also join the gathering at Yuka, and we head there in a group. It's a restaurant that has been around for a while, but the name and appearance of the restaurant didn't really appeal to me. When you are forced into a certain setting like this, it's actually quite convenient. I wasn't really feeling like going, but the entrance was wide, and once inside, I realized how deep the place was. It felt like it could host an elementary school sports festival. There was a large store in Asahikawa as well, right? That place was also big, I wonder if there's a connection. There was even a second floor, and a room all the way at the back. It must be tough to carry food and drinks all the way there. We hesitated and sat at the far end. As always, we started with a toast of beer. After three hours of continuous beer drinking, I was starting to get tired, but a little bit of Premium Malt might lighten the mood. We had ordered a course, and the first dish to arrive was Inari Sushi. Why Inari all of a sudden? Maybe they brought out what was ready first? I had one, it was big, which I like, and it was delicious. The service seemed a bit unreliable, but the waiter looked surprisingly proper. The Fukino meat stuffing didn't look appealing, so I passed on that. There was a sashimi platter, which was fine. The fried squid was good, I like simple things that I can imagine the taste of. The squid was tender and the sausage was delicious. The tsukune, asparagus bacon rolls, and other dishes were all enjoyable. There were no fancy items, so I felt comfortable eating. If it's for a private meal, that's a different story. Let's not dwell on that. As party food, everything was edible, so thank you for the meal.

I had dinner with the locals. We arrived around 6:00 pm and were guided to the room at the back. It seems that guests are guided to the back private rooms in the order they arrive. There are more than 10 private rooms, so it can be confusing to find the restroom. There is also a large party room on the second floor. I mostly drank beer and didn't eat much, but I ordered the "mountain bandit grill." It's fried chicken from a mature chicken, and you can tell the difference in texture compared to the usual fried chicken made with young chicken. The bones were hard to separate, and the meat itself was tough. My jaw hurt. Thank you for the meal.

Before meeting up with friends, my husband and I visited this restaurant. It is known for being cheap and delicious in the local area. We sat at the counter and noticed that there were many staff members working in the kitchen, all very efficient and organized. We ordered mackerel with miso vinegar dressing and cucumber sticks. The cucumber was beautifully cut and added a nice touch. The mackerel dish was a bit spicy but went well with our drinks. If we come to Kitami again, we will definitely visit this restaurant.

In December 2014, I was drawn in by the catchy slogan "From a first-time visitor to a regular customer" and decided to visit the izakaya Yucala. The restaurant was incredibly spacious, with a total of 250 seats according to the staff. This seems quite rare in Sapporo. I couldn't help but wonder if they ever reach full capacity with the population of Kitami. The restaurant itself seemed to have been around for almost 45 years, giving off a strong sense of a well-established popular spot. Some recommended dishes include: - Half a raw young chicken for 1300 yen, a generous portion! - Braised pig ears for 630 yen, a dish that left me impressed as I hadn't tried it before! - Tuna sashimi for 840 yen, simply delicious! - Yellowtail collar grilled for 630 yen, another dish that amazed me as I hadn't tried it before! - Hair crab for 2100 yen, easy to eat and great value for money! These are the dishes I highly recommend trying. I tried many other dishes as well, but I have forgotten them. Thank you for the meal.

This is an old izakaya in Kitami called "Yukara". It is located on the bustling 5th street in the downtown area and is always crowded at night. You can't miss the big red letters of "Yukara" on the sign. The inside of the restaurant is just like a regular izakaya, but there is a spacious banquet hall on the second floor that can accommodate over 200 people. I went with my wife. We sat at the counter and started with a draft beer (^_^) and some appetizers. I can't remember what the appetizer was though. We also ordered some skewers and chicken karaage. The menu is extensive. No matter what you order, I don't think you can go wrong. We didn't stay long, but it's a nice place to relax in this traditional izakaya. No image available.

We always use this restaurant for gatherings with friends or work parties. One of the reasons is that the restaurant is spacious and easy to make reservations. But the main reason is the variety and quality of the food. Every dish is well-prepared and delicious, so you can order with confidence. Personally, I recommend the skewers and fried foods. They also offer all-you-can-drink options for parties, which is very convenient. There is a wide selection of drinks, so everyone will be satisfied. It's a great izakaya that can please anyone who visits.

I used it for a drinking party. We had beer, sashimi, sausages, hot pot, and fried chicken. Everything was very delicious. Especially, the fried chicken was excellent. It was big and voluminous, yet crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It was served towards the end of the course meal, but I felt like I could eat as much as I wanted. The restaurant is spacious, and the private rooms are comfortable. The all-you-can-drink beer is Premium Malt, and you can choose between a glass or a pitcher.

When you think of Yukara, you think of banquets! The second floor has banquet rooms that extend deep into the back. I've used it for banquets many times, but the menu hasn't really changed (laughs). The basic lineup has been the same for about 10 years. In a way, it's amazing. The banquet menu has only had minor changes for over 10 years. I wouldn't go to other restaurants if they were like that (laughs). Oh, the food is just delicious. The juiciness of the fried chicken is something you can't experience at other restaurants.