A delicious bowl filled with sea urchin, tuna, and mentaiko (spicy cod roe). The sea urchin was fresh and had no unpleasant odor. Each ingredient was generously portioned, and although the price was a bit high at around 2000 yen, it was worth it for the quantity and taste. After the meal, we were treated to complimentary ice cream. Overall, we enjoyed a satisfying experience of authentic seafood bowl in a calm and traditional setting of this long-established restaurant.

About a 10-minute walk from Chitose Station. I found this traditional seafood izakaya run by an elderly couple online, and was drawn in by the thickness of the sashimi. Three of us, all men, visited for dinner and ordered two servings of sashimi platter and two servings of gyoza (recommended on the sign outside). The sashimi was as voluminous as I had seen online, truly giving off that Hokkaido vibe. Despite it being midsummer, the fish had a rich flavor and was very satisfying! The beautiful tuna was especially delicious, with a softness that melted in the mouth. Unfortunately, the lack of air conditioning in the restaurant made it very hot inside, so we couldn't stay long. I didn't expect it to be so hot in Hokkaido, but it seems there are some places without air conditioning. Oh well!

A long-established restaurant run by a friendly elderly couple. The seafood bowl is delicious. The fruit liqueurs on the menu are all homemade, so I ordered a soda with Haskap liqueur. The seafood bowl uses only ingredients purchased that day, and the generous portion left me completely satisfied. There are many business hotel guests in the area due to the location. Thanks to the kindness of the owner, we were treated to a Yubari melon after the meal. It was my first time trying Yubari melon, and it was incredibly delicious.

I stayed one more night in Chitose, so I decided to look for a dinner place and found a delicious-looking restaurant called Yoruro. It's about a 10-minute walk from Chitose Station and has the atmosphere of a cozy izakaya. The inside of the restaurant had a nostalgic feel with a TV on, and it seemed like there were regular customers enjoying their drinks at the tables. There were many menu options posted on the walls, and I ordered their recommended dish, the "Yokaro Don" for 1900 yen. When the bowl arrived, it was filled with uni, ikura, and mentaiko, packed to the brim with an incredible amount of seafood that was truly surprising. Each bite of uni, ikura, and mentaiko was satisfyingly delicious. I also appreciated the variety of side dishes that came with the meal, such as wiener sausage, kinpira, and squid. There were other tempting menu items like seafood bowls and grilled rainbow trout that I would like to try next time. I definitely want to visit this restaurant again.

Before the pandemic, I had visited this restaurant a few times and became a fan. Due to the pandemic, I couldn't visit Hokkaido for a while, but I finally had the chance to revisit this restaurant! Despite the pandemic, the staff welcomed me with their usual warm smiles, making me feel relaxed as always. They have implemented thorough COVID-19 prevention measures, such as temperature checks, sanitization, and shields on the tables. I ordered their signature dish, the "Yokaro Don," which is a luxurious bowl of rice topped with sea urchin, salmon roe, and spicy cod roe. I was lucky this time as they had sea urchin in stock. They also offer other delicious bowls like salmon roe, spicy cod roe, and sea urchin. The side dishes included sweet omelette, imitation crab, burdock root, and cucumber pickles. I also enjoyed a refreshing beer with my meal. The atmosphere was so relaxing that I didn't mind waiting for the food. The owners, a lovely couple, run the restaurant, and they provide excellent service. I wish I could have chatted more with them, but due to the pandemic, I refrained from doing so. I hope the situation improves soon. I will definitely visit this restaurant again when I'm in Chitose.

There are many autographed pictures of celebrities in the restaurant. I ordered the popular yakitori don, which was not served in a large portion. The dish had a decent amount of toppings. The rice caught my attention as it was very soft. Perhaps it was because the owner of the restaurant is elderly. I also noticed the gyoza set meal, although I did not order it. Another customer had it and it looked interesting with seafood and gyoza combined. I would like to try it next time. The restaurant had a warm and friendly atmosphere, which I liked.

The Yuka-don, filled to the brim with warm rice and topped with thinly sliced seaweed, mentaiko, sea urchin, and salmon roe, offers a great balance of flavors and a generous portion. It comes with pickles, three small side dishes, and miso soup for only 1,800 yen, making it a fantastic deal. Just be aware that if you order alcohol, you may receive a 500 yen appetizer, so I opted for water. The Yuka-don was excellent value for money. Thank you for the meal. Oh, and they even gave us ice cream after we paid (laughs).

I still have some draft material for Sapporo, but as a break, I will post this first. Before getting into the main topic, I have a question for everyone: Do you consciously aim for milestone numbers? Personally, I sometimes do and sometimes don't! This time, as I visited my 200th dining establishment in Chitose, I decided to have a luxurious meal at "Yokaro" for dinner. Previous milestone restaurants I chose were: - 100th in Ebetsu: "Ko***ji" - 100th in Chitose: "Menya ***" - 100th in Sapporo: I wasn't conscious of it (but it was "Ne***hana Ma***ya") - 200th in Sapporo: "Ka***l Mo***ta" - 300th in Sapporo: To be decided! - 10th Curry Shop in the Top 100: "I***ji Curry Shop" (I probably won't be conscious of it unless it's the 50th) There was only one group of customers before us. Before deciding on the menu, the staff kindly hung up our coats and asked if we were comfortable, creating a homely and welcoming atmosphere that reminded me of my childhood. This time, I ordered the "Yokaro Donburi (¥1800)" and the "3 Duck Meatballs (¥400)". The dishes arrived about 10 minutes after ordering, which was faster than expected. The Yokaro Donburi is served in a deep bowl with rice, sea urchin, spicy cod roe, salmon roe, and parsley as decoration. It's a luxurious dish that allows you to enjoy three different toppings in one bowl, similar to a "mentai donburi". The sea urchin is sweet and rich, melting in your mouth without even chewing. The spicy cod roe is mildly spicy and has a gentle flavor, which is more enjoyable than a strong overpowering taste when combined with seafood. The salmon roe is large and has a pleasant crunch, with a balance of sourness and sweetness from the vinegar. The rice is not vinegared but plain, at a temperature that maintains the freshness of the sea urchin. Although vinegared rice might enhance the toppings, the fact that plain rice can still be this delicious shows the high quality of the dish. The side dishes are home-cooked and comforting, with the shimeji mushroom dish being the standout. The duck meatballs are hot, juicy, and have a mild flavor without any unpleasant smell, reflecting the effort put into the skewers at this izakaya. The bowl was generously filled, and with the additional meatballs, my stomach was full. On milestone days, you have to indulge a bit! At almost ¥2000 for just the bowl, it's not something I can afford regularly, but considering the freshness of the sea urchin, the variety of side dishes, and the overall service, it's a reasonable price compared to touristy donburi places. It might also be enjoyable as an izakaya experience! Thank you for the delicious meal.

As mentioned in other reviews, this restaurant has a warm and welcoming atmosphere where an elderly couple greets you kindly. It feels like finding a place to rest your wings like a bird, as you instantly relax upon entering the shop. I ordered the seafood bowl for 2300 yen, which was a luxurious bowl with sea urchin and salmon roe. It also came with a variety of side dishes, all very generous. The seafood was truly top-notch, as expected from Hokkaido. The side dishes were okay, maybe the water amount was a bit off, and the rice was a little soft... but overall, the seafood and the ambiance of the restaurant made everything forgivable.

The elderly couple at the shop are warm. The deep shop with signs and alcohol lined up, feels like a different era. A bowl filled with plenty of sea urchin, salmon roe, and spicy cod roe. There's a lot of white rice, but also a mountain of seafood. The fact that side dishes are included is unexpected. Desserts and ice cream keep coming, and you end up full.

I came to Gyoza no Hoen in Takae, where the restaurant has moved and merged with Yoka no Hoen. The menu has been changed, so now you can enjoy both at once. I had the Miso Pork Grilled Set for 700 yen. My friend who drove couldn't drink alcohol, so he had a meal instead. He regretted not leaving the car and wanted to order Ramen or Gyoza Nabe. They only serve those from two portions. We chose the Miso Pork Grilled Set, which was flavorful and the rice was delicious. They offer a variety of set meals and rice bowl dishes. There are many autographs on the walls. The owner's brother, former sumo wrestler Genbumitsu, was also there. It was a great meal.

The taste is average, but the grandmas' friendliness is outstanding. We had to wait for about an hour for the food to arrive, but we could endure it.

A charming izakaya run by lovely elderly people. Orders may take a bit longer, but their charm makes you forget about the wait. (๑´ڡ`๑)

The salmon belly steak set is amazing!

It was delicious.

The traditional atmosphere of the old-fashioned shop was wonderful. The fish was delicious - the seafood rice bowl was fresh, and the salmon roe was nice and crunchy! The sea urchin was also fresh, and even though I don't usually like it, there was no fishy taste so I could eat it. I tried the "octopus head" sashimi for the first time, and it was amazingly delicious. I was surprised to hear it was octopus but it was really good. The old man and lady at the shop were lovely. Thank you very much for the meal.

Welcome! On a spontaneous trip to Chitose in June 2013, I was thinking of having a set meal for lunch when I came across "Hoei Gyoza" right in front of me. Gyoza after eating gyoza? The sign outside said "Eatery" - what a surprise! I was greeted by a calm chef and seated at a communal table with newspapers, flyers, and unlimited TV viewing. There was a kitchen in the back, with a grill at the entrance for grilling, and a different section for other dishes - a trendy dual kitchen setup! In the raised seating area, there were sets prepared for parties, it seemed like it would be lively tonight. The husband and wife duo provided a comforting atmosphere, and the elder gentleman who had just finished work was relaxing while watching baseball. It seems they used to only serve gyoza, but now they have expanded to include set meals and izakaya dishes. After a leisurely wait, the jumbo tsukune arrived - it looked impressive and had a crunchy texture from lotus root. The main dish was the ramen gyoza hot pot - a collaboration of grilled Hoei gyoza, instant ramen, and pork belly in a clear salty soup. The meal was generous, with various side dishes. The side dish of leek and egg was cold, probably made as an appetizer for drinks - it had a gentle flavor. There were three pieces of pickled radish, which seemed excessive. Surprisingly, there was smoked pickled radish as well! Another side dish was pumpkin tempura, with a large amount and a noticeable sweetness from the pumpkin. The Hoei gyoza came in a set of five, and they were large and juicy with plenty of filling - delicious! The softness of the skin was enhanced by being cooked in the soup. The ramen noodles, being instant, were a good match with the mushrooms, cabbage, and an extra wiener on top! The grandma secretly brought a ripe melon, which was a refreshing sweetness that I enjoyed. The ramen rice was filling and the hot pot was a great collaboration - it must have been popular in the winter. This eatery provides an elegant dining experience. Thank you for the meal!

This is a review of the restaurant "Yokaro" located in Sapporo, Japan. The restaurant seems to mainly operate at night, but also serves lunch. The menu includes dishes like boiled fish set for 550 yen and seafood bowl set for 1,000 yen, which are reasonably priced. The gyoza served here uses gyoza from Houei, and I tried the ramen gyoza hot pot set for 780 yen. It came with pumpkin tempura, orange, and pickles on the side. The gyoza was delicious, with a chewy texture and rich flavor. The owner even offered a second helping of rice, but I was satisfied with the portion. Overall, it was a tasty meal.

This place specializes in seafood bowls, with generous amounts of sea urchin and salmon at unbelievably low prices! If you come to Chitose, be sure to visit this place.