This was my first visit to the crepe and gelato shop at the crossroads. The parking lot was located near the building where the shop is located. Surprisingly, they had a wide variety of soup options. It seems like a good place to warm up when feeling cold from sightseeing. They offer Italian Moretti beer. After enjoying a coffee inside the shop, I tried the Muscat of Alexandria gelato, which was refreshing and delicious. The pancakes looked appealing and tasty too.

The menu is extensive♪※Parking available! I had a crepe and the skin was a chewy type which I liked♡ However, most of the fruits were only on the top as toppings, and the bottom was mostly filled with whipped cream and dough, so I got a little bored towards the end. The pancakes and soups also looked delicious, so I want to try them next time♪ I didn't know there was parking available, so I ended up parking at Kinmori Parking, but there is a designated parking lot. If you are going by car, please make sure to check.

When I was tired from walking around during my trip to Hakodate, I saw a pink shop with a clear menu display that caught my eye. I remembered a crepe that I wanted to eat earlier but couldn't, so I went inside and asked if I could get it to go. The staff said it was no problem and I ordered a Strawberry Custard Cream Crepe for 700 yen. While waiting, I sat on a chair inside and looked around the shop, which had cute wine-themed decorations. Even though it was a bit rude, I couldn't resist and started eating the crepe on the go. It was really delicious, with a chewy texture. Overall, it was a cute and tasty experience at the shop.

It is a shop with a cute building as a landmark. The interior is a bit small, but the menu is extensive and there are many things to eat. I had pancakes and they were delicious.

The cute pink exterior. The brulee crepe was absolutely delicious!

Second visit. I had a crepe last time and the dough was chewy and slightly sweet, so I was sure the pancakes would be delicious, and I was right... it was still crepes. They can be topped with gelato, and the variety is so extensive that I want to try them all. The interior of the store is simple, with Italian wine bottles and posters decorating the walls, giving off an Italian vibe. The staff consists of a cute girl, the same one as last time. She is adorable and kind, with a genuine warmth that I appreciate. I had a crepe with figs and pears, topped with gelato, which cost around 980 yen. It's a bit pricey, but the taste is outstanding! Generous portion size, with plenty of figs and pears mixed in the chewy dough. The dough alone would be delicious. The atmosphere inside is quiet, and I ended up staying there for a while. I definitely want to go back, as I'm curious about their pancakes and soups.

It was very crowded due to the long weekend✩︎⡱ The coffee was delicious⑅︎◡̈︎*

I had crepes with blue cheese, figs, honey, and crepes with chocolate and berries. Both had unique flavors and were delicious!

I had onion gratin soup, panini, hotcakes, peach orange, and hot cocoa. The handsome waiter provided excellent service at this restaurant. It's quite rare in Hakodate. The food was delicious, served hot or cold as appropriate. After experiencing poor service in Hakodate the day before, I was truly grateful for the attentive service here. It made my trip to Hakodate a memorable one.

I found a cafe while wandering around the area near the International Hotel, wanting to have a delicious coffee for a late breakfast. I was the first customer of the day as it had just opened. I ordered coffee and a sandwich, then sat by the window and watched tourists passing by. Most of them were Asian, with some Europeans and Americans. I wondered what they thought of Hakodate and Japanese people. The coffee served was Illy coffee, with a rich flavor that was quite addictive. The sandwich was freshly made and delicious. It was a pleasant experience at this cafe I randomly walked into.

I was wandering around near Kanamori Warehouse and felt like taking a little break, so I decided to stop by. It was a bit hot, so I felt like having an iced coffee. The pink exterior of the shop really stands out. I checked the menu board outside and then went inside. I was originally planning to just get an iced coffee, but when I saw the gelato showcase, I suddenly felt like having some. So, I ordered an iced coffee and a single scoop of Hokkaido vanilla gelato. You order first and then pay at this place. The atmosphere inside the shop is stylish and nice. There were no other customers when I entered, so the staff were taking a break in the back. Later, two other groups came in. I think this is a nice place to explore around and take a break in this area.

I walked from Kanemori Warehouse towards the Tenjin-machi tram stop, and on the way, I stopped at an Italian cafe across from Ramen Mamé to have coffee. The cafe had a system where you order and pay inside. I originally planned to just order a drink, but they recommended getting the crepe set, which was a good deal. I ended up getting the crepe set, which included an Americano for 500 yen. If you get the crepe set, the drink is only 300 yen. I was surprised to see that they served illy coffee with latte art. I didn't ask for latte art, but I should have. They also had espresso for 450 yen (single) and 500 yen (double). The chocolate crepe alone was 350 yen, but with the drink set, it was 650 yen. I didn't check the name of the cafe, but I think it was "Saltin Bocca." It's a sister store of a popular local Italian restaurant, offering authentic panini made with Italian ingredients. The crepe was delicious, and the coffee was just as good as illy coffee in Tokyo's Nihonbashi. I was impressed because I love illy coffee. I'd like to try their panini next time. Saltin Bocca Address: 13-25 Suehirocho, Hakodate, Hokkaido Phone: 0138-26-7611

Located just north of Mario Doru, who enjoyed the delicious squid ink soft serve, is a restaurant called "Saltimbocca" that looks like an Italian restaurant from the outside. As indicated by the sign outside, they also serve gelato, which caught my eye when I passed by the day before. The interior features counter seats along the wall, divided into 3, 1, and 2 seats, a 6-seater table in the center, and two 2-seater tables and one 4-seater table along the wall facing the street. In addition to gelato, they also offer crepes, paninis, and other light snacks, creating a cafe atmosphere. Gelato comes in two sizes: single for ¥450 and double for ¥550. I opted for the double. Since I was in Hokkaido, I chose "Hokkaido Vanilla" and the refreshing fruit flavor "Yuzu." The gelato was generously scooped into a small cone, creating a wild presentation! The Hokkaido Vanilla had a rich aroma of vanilla beans and a nice sweetness. The Yuzu had small pieces of peel in it, adding a slight bitterness and sweetness that was irresistible. The gelato itself had a refreshing yuzu flavor that was delicious. When eaten together with the vanilla, the yuzu flavor became more rounded and the perfect sweetness was evident, making it also delicious. I would definitely want to come back even in the dead of winter. The place is probably heated, so it would be nice to order a warm drink as well.

Hakodate City SALTIM BOCCA - Created on: 2010/12/28 23:29 Trackback 1/Comments 0 While exploring the Hakodate Bay area, I stumbled upon a restaurant called SALTIM BOCCA and ordered the Coco Mariage. The pink exterior of the restaurant caught my eye. There was a menu at the entrance, which made me feel at ease as a first-time customer. Since I had eaten too much breakfast and was already full, I only ordered a drink, but they also had pizza and a variety of paninis. The gelato looked delicious, and they also offered cake sets and parfaits. The atmosphere of the restaurant was nice, and the staff were very friendly. I would definitely want to order a panini and drink set next time I visit Hakodate.

This place is located in a tourist area. It stands out with its pink building in front of the pedestrian crossing. It seems like the opening hours have changed since the last time I visited. It used to close early, but now it seems to be open until midnight. Before, there were signs for paninis and gelato outside, giving a takeaway vibe, but now it looks like a place where you can sit and enjoy some snacks with drinks. If I remember correctly, it should be affiliated with a nearby Italian restaurant. I have bought gelato here a few times before. Looking back, it's quite expensive, over 500 yen each. But it's delicious. It has a homemade feel and is rich in flavor. The tiramisu and strawberry mille-feuille were particularly delicious. The person scooping the gelato wasn't very fast, so it took a bit of time. The parking lot was a bit far, so I recommend checking with the staff for details.