Otaru City. A restaurant located on the 2nd floor of the Classe Hotel in the Asari River Onsen area. The Chinese menu is especially recommended. It's great that you can use T-points exclusively on Tabelog. My favorite dish in Otaru is ankake yakisoba, but this time the seasoning was a bit strong! Still, I love the taste. I finished work in the afternoon this day. Let's have a meal in the local area and maybe go to the hot springs in Jozankei. It's painful to see the T-points being lost every month if you don't use them, as a person who loves points. I used all the points to make a reservation. You can make a reservation even the day before, which is great. Park in the hotel parking lot and go to the restaurant on the 2nd floor. Silfide is located on the 1st floor, but they are currently serving Silfide's lunch at Fushi on the 2nd floor. I told them my reservation name and was guided to a seat by the window. The service seemed better than last time. I ordered the ankake yakisoba with five ingredients, my companion ordered the snow crab fried rice, and another companion ordered the Japanese set meal. The dishes were served in about 10 minutes since it wasn't too crowded. - Five-ingredient ankake yakisoba 1,300 yen A delicious-looking ankake yakisoba with plenty of ingredients. When the dishes were served, I asked for a small plate for sharing, and the staff's response was good. Last time, the plate was silently placed, but this time there was a polite response. I shared it with my companion. Mix the plenty of ingredients, hot soy sauce-flavored sauce, and noodles with a crispy grilled surface. Mmm! But it's still delicious! I love this taste. There are various restaurants in Otaru that serve ankake yakisoba, but I still prefer Classe's version. Today, I felt the taste was a bit strong, but I enjoyed it while changing the taste by adding mustard and vinegar. Satisfied! - Snow crab fried rice 1,600 yen Lightly salted and fluffy egg fried rice with plenty of snow crab meat. A luxurious dish. Although the price has increased from before, it was still satisfying with plenty of crab meat. The chicken garlic sauté, which used to be in the low 1,000 yen range, is now 1,800 yen. It has become a bit difficult to afford. I remembered that over 10 years ago, when I used Silfide frequently, we used to order the chicken garlic sauté, ankake yakisoba, and snow crab fried rice for three people to share. We enjoyed the delicious food while reminiscing about the good old days. We also joked about how we would hesitate a bit to order the chicken garlic sauté at this price. We will definitely visit again.

I went to this restaurant after seeing it in the news. I had a seafood bowl and my wife had a Western-style lunch! I think we came to eat the same thing, but the seafood bowl is a little disappointing as a person from Otaru. The pasta in the Western meal is a bit too strong in flavor. Also, it's strange that dessert is included but not tea. There are more people in the baths than dining, and there are many cars. I often use hotel meals because they are calming, but I don't like buffet style. Having a meal while looking at the outside view is a great way to relax on a busy work day.

My favorite Ankake Yakisoba in Otaru! This time, instead of Silphid on the 1st floor, I guided to Houshi on the 2nd floor. I visited to use up my T points on Tabelog, and I was more satisfied than expected. Writing an article on Tabelog earns you T points. I had been saving up my points without using them, but I found out that over 100 points will expire on December 15th! What a waste! I like to visit various restaurants in Hokkaido on holidays, so I decided to find a restaurant in Otaru where I could go during work breaks. Come to think of it, I haven't had Ankake Yakisoba here recently. I made a reservation on Tabelog the day before and visited. I like the Ankake Yakisoba at Silphid, but it's a bit pricey at 1,300 yen, making it hard to use regularly. However, using the T points I had accumulated made it feel like a good deal. Just before 11:30 am, I parked my car in the hotel parking lot. The parking fee is free. As soon as I entered the entrance, there was a sign saying that today's lunch is at a restaurant called Houshi on the 2nd floor. I didn't realize there was a restaurant on the 2nd floor! I took the elevator up to Houshi, right above Silphid. I told them my reservation name and went inside. It was a spacious restaurant, but there was only one other group of customers. Although I had decided on Ankake Yakisoba, I was briefly tempted by the Chinese lunch of pork and sliced green peppers (1,500 yen), but I calmed myself down and stuck to my original plan of ordering the Ankake Yakisoba for 1,300 yen. By using 720 T points, I only had to pay 580 yen. The Ankake Yakisoba looked fantastic. You could tell it was going to be delicious even before eating it. The hot sauce, well-cooked noodles, and oily texture made it a proper Chinese-style Yakisoba. The dish was generously filled with ingredients, and the flavors were well-balanced. The seasoning was on the slightly stronger side with a soy sauce base, but that's what made it so good! It was delicious...♪ Adding mustard for flavor variation was a nice touch. The mustard added a great accent to the dish. Adding plenty of vinegar at the end for another flavor change was perfect. Ahh... This is it. Refreshing, satisfied feeling after finishing the meal. The ability to change the taste twice is something that only Ankake Yakisoba can offer. Adding mustard, vinegar, or enjoying it as it is, they all fit perfectly. The egg soup had a nice balance of saltiness and the soft texture of the egg was delightful. I used to think of the soup as just a bonus, but I realized it's a wonderful side dish. The pickled vegetables were a perfect palate cleanser. It was a great accent to eat in between bites of the Ankake Yakisoba. Maybe it was because I skipped breakfast and was hungry, but the deliciousness was exceptional. I heard that the taste had declined recently, and I was a bit skeptical when I visited this time, but it was as delicious as it was a few years ago!... I think the 1,300 yen price is worth it, but as a local resident, it's a bit hesitant to use it for everyday dining. If there were services like a 10% discount for local residents with ID verification, it might be easier to use. It was a bit lonely to see only a few groups of customers in a spacious space, even though it was a weekday. In terms of service, I was surprised when a female staff member silently placed a large plate in front of me from behind without any words like "Excuse me from behind" or "Thank you for waiting." I flinched! I wished for a voice cue if they were going to serve from behind. Despite that, I was satisfied with the delicious Ankake Yakisoba. The male staff who handled the payment was smooth and had a good demeanor. I'll visit again when I accumulate more points!

This is my second stay at this hotel. The interior and facilities of the hotel were very clean and impressive. Now, onto the food. We dined at the restaurant on the second floor of the building with the lobby. There were 7 dishes in total, but the portion size of each dish was small, so it wasn't satisfying for me in my 40s. My parents in their 70s also found it lacking. Here are our thoughts on the dishes: - Tuna tataki and homemade beef tongue in sweet miso marinade with seasonal vegetables: ★★★ The impression was not very strong. The sweet miso marinade on the beef tongue lacked a bit of flavor. - Assorted sashimi: ★★★☆ Not bad, but not memorable either. There was a lack of excitement in the appetizers as well. - Seafood chowder: ★★★★ This was the most impressive and delicious dish. The milk-based soup with various seafood was flavorful and enjoyable. - Steamed egg custard with sea cucumber: ★★★★ The sea cucumber added a nice touch to the dish. It was tasty. - Charapin steak: ★ The Charapin sauce was tasty, but the steak itself lacked flavor. It almost felt like synthetic meat. There is room for improvement in the quality and quantity of the meat. - Nigiri sushi and miso soup: ★★★ It was average. But 3 pieces of sushi were not enough. The rice texture was not great. The toppings were okay. - Today's dessert: ★★☆ It was a berry cake. The orange herb tea served with it was delicious. There was a significant wait between the steak and the sushi, which made the meal feel a bit sluggish. Overall, I hope they improve the quality of the food. If not, I might consider skipping the meal when staying here again.

At the hot spring inn, I sat down for a Western-style dinner feeling a bit restless. It turned out to be a 90-minute time limit and a buffet-style setup. The menu was limited in terms of variety and quantity, with dishes like shrimp nanban-zuke, sashimi platter, and miso-braised beef. The soup was a French dish from Brittany region made with Hokkaido ingredients. The sushi had incredibly chewy ikura. Dessert was a citrus cake, most likely store-bought. The meal ended quickly, leaving me a bit unsatisfied. Breakfast buffet was also limited, with mostly pre-made items. Despite the rushed meal, I enjoyed the snowy view outside while eating.

During a regular short trip, we ended up here... Huh? Wait a minute... Haven't we been here before? Surprisingly, no one remembered until we arrived in front of the hotel... haha. As we entered the hotel lobby, it hit us - we have been here before! Oh well, can't be helped, right? haha. And just like last time, we had a Western-style dinner... haha. It was enjoyable to some extent. The staff were polite, but there was a slight feeling of being rushed, which was a bit off-putting. The food, overall, was decent but not outstanding. Breakfast was also just okay. Thanks for the meal! (*ˊᵕˋ*)

I visited the restaurant for lunch on a weekday at the beginning of October. I had some errands around this area and couldn't find any lunch options, so I searched online and found this place. The location is in a hotel restaurant, so it's easy to find and there's no need to worry about parking. The hotel seems to be bustling with skiers and tourists in the winter, but it's very quiet now. The lobby restaurant has a stylish exterior and a nice atmosphere, spacious with a beautiful view outside. The main lunch options include a weekly rotation of Western, Chinese, and Japanese dishes, as well as sushi, seafood bowls, and other regular menu items. My companion and I ordered the Western dish of Hayashi Rice and the Chinese dish of Mapo Tofu, both priced at 1300 yen including salad, soup, dessert, and coffee. We also ordered iced coffees. The Hayashi Rice came with a salad and a light vegetable consomme soup. The rice was a bit plain, but the sauce was generous. The Mapo Tofu had a large portion and was authentically flavored, with a harmonious blend of spices. The dessert was decent. The clientele at this hotel restaurant seems to be mostly local elderly people. The staff was friendly, but the timing of serving the dishes could be improved. Overall, I enjoyed the food and would like to visit again in the future.

I was looking online to make a reservation and came across a limited-time offer in Otaru! I went to try the scallops, which were delicious for 980 yen. However, I wanted more, so I ordered the seafood ankake yakisoba. I prefer the regular version of this dish. They also offer a set with access to a bath, which seems nice. Next time, I will stay overnight and try the full course menu.

I went to Silfide in Classe for the first time, as a suggestion to try a hotel restaurant for a change. There were many other customers as well, so it seems to be popular. I chose the Snow Crab Fried Rice (1150 yen) and the limited-time Shaved Strawberry (400 yen) from the menu. The Snow Crab Fried Rice came with soup and pickled vegetables. It was moist and had a gentle flavor, very delicious. I haven't had tasty fried rice like this in a while! I could eat this all day. The Shaved Strawberry was slices of frozen strawberries with condensed milk, which was amazing. It was also very delicious and satisfying. If they could increase the amount of condensed milk a bit more, it would be perfect. I was very satisfied with the delicious lunch. They also offer a set with bath and lunch, so I will definitely go back again! Thank you for the meal!

I visited at the end of August 2020! The ankake yakisoba was delicious as always! I came looking forward to the large shrimp fry, but when I ordered it, the size was smaller than before. It was a bit of a shock. This hotel was known for having large shrimp, so it was disappointing.

"Parents and I went for a day trip hot spring package for ¥2600. It's a simple way to show filial piety. The food here is really delicious!"

Delicious hotel lunch service is top-notch.

In November 2017, the Otaru Ankake Yakisoba Guardians activated the "Otaru Ankake Yakisoba Miso Festival 2017 - Mission An Possible" event. The period was from November 1st to 30th. Eight cooperating restaurants participated in offering creatively flavored miso Ankake Yakisoba during this period. I visited one of these restaurants, Silphide at the Asari Classe Hotel. While soy sauce and salt are more common, miso-based Ankake Yakisoba is rare in the city, with only 2-3 places offering it in the past. Miso can be tricky to season. The first time I tried miso Ankake Yakisoba was at Kitchen Saison, which unfortunately has closed. So, how does Silphide compare? The Miso Ankake Yakisoba (1200 yen) is slightly more expensive, possibly due to the hotel setting, but it comes with Chinese soup and pickled vegetables. The sauce here includes shrimp paste, although I couldn't really taste the shrimp flavor. Instead, I noticed a taste similar to Hatcho miso and what seemed like sweet bean sauce. It reminded me somewhat of Kitchen Saison's miso Ankake Yakisoba, which is not surprising since the owner of Kitchen Saison used to work at a hotel. The noodles are medium thickness with a good sear. The ingredients include shrimp, squid, pork, cabbage, carrots, wood ear mushrooms, garlic stems, and bamboo shoots. The portion size is average, but it's satisfying. Vinegar, Western mustard, and doubanjiang are provided as condiments, but I found that the doubanjiang-like condiment paired best with this dish. This miso Ankake Yakisoba is the fourth one I've tried so far, and it's the one that suits my taste the most. I still have four more to try, but I'm not sure if I'll find one that surpasses this one.

I am very worried about the large earthquake in Hokkaido. My thoughts and prayers go out to those affected. I want to help in any way I can. I hope everyone is safe and can recover soon. I would like to share my experience dining at the restaurant Sylphide in the Classe Hotel in Asarigawa Onsen in Otaru. When I visited Otaru, I wanted to stay at a place with a hot spring, so I chose the Classe Hotel in Asarigawa Onsen. The hotel was quite far from the station, so I took a bus from Otaru Station to Asarigawa Onsen. The hotel was large and beautiful, with illuminations in the evening. For dinner, we decided to eat at the restaurant Sylphide inside the hotel. Sylphide is a stylish and moody restaurant located near the lobby, with a grand piano for live music. The menu was surprisingly a mix of Chinese and Western cuisine. One of Otaru's specialties is ankake yakisoba, and here they had a seafood ankake yakisoba with plenty of delicious surf clam. It was filled with seafood like shrimp, squid, scallops, and crab, along with vegetables like wood ear mushrooms, Chinese cabbage, bamboo shoots, and komatsuna. The noodles were crispy with a good amount of charred bits. The sauce was on the lighter side. The Chinese noodles with plenty of seafood and vegetables were delightful. I wish there were bigger scallops, but it was still delicious. I would love to visit again. Thank you for the meal. I hope Hokkaido will recover soon. I am praying for their strength. Hang in there!

Otaru is famous for its ankake yakisoba. Some of you may have seen it on national broadcasts like Kenmin Show. Personally, I love the ankake yakisoba at the restaurant called Silfeed the most! It's delicious! I have visited this place over 20 times as far as I can remember. The ankake ratio is over 80% (including sharing). The restaurant is located in the Asarigawa Onsen hot spring area, with parking space for over 50 cars, all free of charge. Even if you are not staying at the inn, you can still use this restaurant. You can go straight to the restaurant without going through reception. The menu includes weekly changing Japanese and Western lunches, as well as Japanese set meals (bento boxes with sashimi and fish) for 1,300 yen including tax. There are also a la carte options like ankake yakisoba, chicken stir-fried in garlic sauce, hamburgers, fried rice, and even steak. I always have a hard time deciding... In the first photo, my companion had the Japanese set meal, crab fried rice, and I had the ankake yakisoba. In the second photo, I had the fillet steak. It's undeniable that the fillet steak is the most delicious, and the Chinese chef at this restaurant has an impressive background. I don't know the details, but the Chinese cuisine here is really authentic. The fluffy texture and flavor of the crab fried rice, the consistency and flavor of the ankake yakisoba sauce... It's fun to add mustard and vinegar to change the taste. It's also nice that it's easy to share dishes at this hotel restaurant. When we go with three people, we usually order ankake yakisoba, garlic chicken stir-fry, and crab fried rice to share. Sometimes we order for two people, but we end up really full... haha. My only concern is that prices have been increasing recently... If they want to maintain the quality of the food, it's understandable that prices have to go up, but the ankake yakisoba that used to be 980 yen is now about 200 yen more. Lunch used to be 1,050 yen (in the 5% era) and now it's 1,300 yen. It's unavoidable, but if the prices go up even more, it might not be as easy to go there anymore. The Chinese flavors are top-notch!

Winter mornings at the Asonoyu Onsen, closed off by snow, are known for their tranquility. I chose to stay here for the peace and quiet, not expecting much from the hotel restaurant as my only dining option. However, this restaurant pleasantly surprised me. While their signature Ankake Yakisoba and set menus were above average, I decided to try various dishes during my 4-day stay. From Zangi and Tenshinhan to Chicken Steak, all the dishes were well-prepared and reasonably priced. What stood out in every dish was the attention to detail in the side vegetables, soup, and rice. I was particularly impressed by the quality of the accompanying bean dish with the meat dishes. The warm and attentive service from the staff, the candlelit ambiance, and the live music in the hotel lobby during Christmas all added to the memorable dining experience.

I visited Silfide at Asari Classe Hotel, a high-end restaurant in Otaru known for its local specialty "Otaru Ankake Yakisoba". I ordered the seafood yakisoba (1280 yen). In Otaru, when the menu just says "yakisoba", it actually refers to ankake yakisoba, not sauce yakisoba. The seafood yakisoba here was impressive with a variety of seafood such as shrimp, scallops, surf clams, squid, crab, and mussels. The seafood was cooked perfectly and the portion of the yakisoba itself was satisfying. While ankake yakisoba in Otaru usually costs around 800 yen, it is worth paying a bit more to enjoy it at Silfide.

We came to Otaru during our trip to Hokkaido to do some sightseeing. We originally wanted to go to Furano and Biei, but due to my parents' self-centered comments of "We've been there before, so it's not necessary," we ended up in Otaru, a place none of us had visited before. While there are many good hotels in Otaru, we wanted to soak in a hot spring, so we stayed at a hotel in Asarigawa, a little away from the city. We visited Silphide restaurant on the night we arrived at the hotel. We tried to have dinner around 6 o'clock but were told it was fully booked, so we made a reservation for 7:30 and went to the hot spring first. My father was worried about being denied entry in a yukata because we had just come from the hot spring, but it was not a problem. That day, we hadn't eaten much for breakfast buffet and lunch, so we were not very hungry. There was a restaurant menu in the room, and my father decided he wanted to eat seafood porridge. We went back at 7:30 and were seated. I ordered Otaru seafood ankake yakisoba, while my parents ordered seafood porridge. The seafood porridge was surprisingly small for its price of 750 yen. I was a bit disappointed that it lacked flavor when I tasted my mother's porridge. I recommend confirming the size before ordering. However, my Otaru seafood ankake yakisoba was delicious and had a good portion size. It was filled with shrimp, squid, scallops, and surf clams, with a delicious broth. The addition of surf clams added sweetness, making it one of the best seafood yakisoba I've had. Overall, the restaurant seemed hit or miss. The yakisoba was great, but the porridge was disappointing. The service was also lacking, with delays in seating and mistakes in orders. There is still room for improvement. Good luck.

I often use PTA for lunch from a long time ago. Today's Chinese lunch is ¥1050, like a course meal with two appetizers, salad, main dish, dessert, and coffee served in that order. If it's ¥1050 at a hotel restaurant, it's a good value. The food is decently tasty. I usually order the Chinese lunch, but it's always almond jelly for dessert... I wish they would change it occasionally. I saw on their website that the bathing set lunch has more dishes and seems to be more substantial, so I'll try that next time.