During my business trip in Sapporo, I visited Univeil Es for a meal with my business partner. Located right after Kotoni Station, Univeil Es is a rare casual Western-style restaurant in Sapporo. As someone who grew up in Asakusa, this place is a gem for me. We arrived around 5:30 pm and were seated at a semi-private table for two, despite not having a reservation. The interior was cute and casual, although the chairs could have been a bit softer. Since I was not drinking alcohol that day, I was ready to eat heartily. Here's what we ordered: Onion Gratin Soup for 1,680 yen - piping hot and incredibly delicious! Corn Potage (half size) for 850 yen - made with corn from Osotani in Nagano, a sure bet. Seafood Mix Fry for 3,150 yen - shrimp, scallops, cherry salmon, oysters, anglerfish. The quality and portion for this price is unbelievable! The batter was delicious too. Hayashi Rice for 1,850 yen - recommended by the restaurant. Napolitan for 1,300 yen - a luxurious Napolitan with generous ingredients, too cheap! Shrimp and Homemade Ham Pilaf for 1,850 yen - pilaf served in a fried rice style with clam and tomato consomme soup on the side. In total, we spent 10,680 yen. The satisfaction we got for this price is amazing! The service at Univeil Es was also fantastic. In terms of casual Western-style restaurants in Sapporo, I personally think Univeil Es and Toireiraito are the top two. Definitely worth a visit!

I made a reservation to visit a Western-style restaurant that is popular for its delicious food. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere with a wooden interior and Bossa Nova music playing in the background. The salad with beets and fruits was intricate and delicious, and the spicy soup was also very good. The most popular dish, the demi-glace hamburger, was well-prepared and had a smoky flavor, but the sauce was too sweet, overly sweet.

Hamburger steak with demi-glace sauce and rice for ¥1,950. Oh, this is fantastic! It's like a high-end French restaurant offering lunch at this price. The salad with Pioen, dried fruits, and sweet potato is delicious. The balance of sweetness from Pioen and acidity is just perfect. The soup with clams, green onions, and tomatoes tastes like consomme soup with a strong garlic flavor and a hint of sesame, very tasty. And the hamburger steak is also delicious. The meat has a strong garlic flavor, but the demi-glace sauce is well-balanced with the richness of red wine and the sweetness of apples or other fruits. The fluffy texture of the hamburger is delightful. The side vegetables like zucchini, onions, pumpkin, asparagus, corn, and potatoes are also incredibly tasty. Especially the pumpkin, zucchini, and potatoes are excellent. There are many other dishes like pasta and steak that I would like to try.

I am visiting Sapporo City in Hokkaido. I arrived around 7pm on a weekday. The restaurant was about 70% full. I ordered Onion Gratin Soup, Large Shrimp Fry, and Chocolate Parfait. The Onion Gratin Soup was delicious with the sweetness of the onions, but I could taste the garlic as well. It had a taste like garlic onion soup. The Large Shrimp Fry looked like it had 2 shrimp in the photo, but it actually had 3, as the name suggests, they were big and long shrimp fries. The breadcrumbs were fine and not oily, resulting in a refreshing fry. It was satisfying to eat. I highly recommend it to those who love shrimp fries. The Chocolate Parfait was ordered as an additional after finishing the shrimp fry. Even though I was already full, I couldn't resist ordering it. It took quite a while to be served, but when it arrived, it was a very large and impressive parfait. Although it was called a "Chocolate Parfait," it had so many fruits that it could also be called a "Fruit Parfait." Each fruit was beautifully cut, which explained the long wait. I was surprised because I had imagined a plain chocolate parfait. I was satisfied with the appearance and quantity, but I was a bit disappointed that the fruits were not very sweet. There were many items on the menu that caught my eye, so I had a hard time deciding what to order this time. I would like to try the items I couldn't eat this time, so I will visit again.

During a trip to Hokkaido, I visited this restaurant with my friends who live in Sapporo. It is located right near Kotoni Station. Even our friends who live nearby were not aware of this place. The small and clean interior still had a sense of newness. When we arrived, we were surprised to see small white cylindrical objects on small plates. What are these? When water was poured on them by the staff, they turned into wet towels! Now, onto ordering. I chose the vegetable salad and hamburger steak with demi-glace sauce (2100 yen) for the day. I also ordered the seafood mix fry (3150 yen). I decided to skip carbs, so this seemed like a good choice. The kids had thin omelette-style omurice, while my friends ordered the pork loin steak with wasabi sauce (3250 yen). When the salad arrived, I was convinced that this place was a "hit." It was a masterpiece made with beets, citrus fruits, and fresh vegetables! It was incredibly delicious! The men even stopped their silly chatter for a moment to focus on the food. Then came the hamburger. I love hamburgers, so I have ordered them at various Western-style restaurants in the past. However, the hamburger here was one of the best I've ever had! The hamburger itself was fluffy and juicy, and the demi-glace sauce was indescribably delicious. It had a perfect balance of sweetness, bitterness, richness, and freshness. The fresh vegetables served with it were also delightful. It was truly a perfect hamburger plate! Just as I finished the hamburger, the seafood mix fry arrived. Look at the beautiful and evenly coated fry! Why is the surface so smooth? It was almost too beautiful to eat. But I couldn't resist. The seafood included shrimp, oysters, scallops, salmon, and white fish. They were all cooked perfectly and tasted amazing! The thin crispy coating, the juicy fillings, the perfect texture – everything about the fry was flawless! What a high-level restaurant this is! My friends were also impressed and wondered why they hadn't noticed this place in their neighborhood. It was an unexpected encounter with such an amazing restaurant! The food was incredibly delicious! Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I ordered the Hamburger Steak (1,950 yen) and it was delicious. The demi-glace sauce had a rich flavor that coated my throat, and the hamburger was so tasty that I couldn't stop chewing. The salad was amazing with lots of fruits, and the soup was easy to drink.

This is a Sapporo restaurant that was selected for the "Western Cuisine Top 100 Exhibition 2023" on Tabelog. The chef originally worked as a French chef in Tokyo and decided to open a casual Western-style restaurant in Sapporo. I visited for lunch after making a reservation in advance. The restaurant seemed very popular as the phone kept ringing non-stop during lunch. The service was handled by a lady who did everything from seating, taking orders, serving food, and answering the phone. She seemed very busy but provided a pleasant and friendly service. The interior of the restaurant had a sophisticated and stylish atmosphere, but also felt casual and welcoming. Regarding the food, everything was of high quality, but the demi-glace sauce that had been simmered for over a month was particularly delicious. It was a truly remarkable flavor that was deep and complex. We ordered several dishes to share, and each one was of a very high standard and truly delicious. For lunch, a salad and soup are included. The salad was a beautiful mix of beets, vegetables, and fruits. The dressing was so good that we were told it could be drunk, and it was true. The soup was a beef tongue, tomato, and daikon soup with a rich flavor from being simmered for a long time. - Omelette Rice: 1,800 yen + Fluffy Omelette Type: 450 yen + Demi-glace Sauce: 500 yen - Hashed Beef Rice: 2,000 yen - Seafood Mix Fry: 2,980 yen - Hamburger Steak: A representative menu of the restaurant. The moment the knife went in, the juices overflowed. The combination with the demi-glace sauce was excellent. The toast that came with it was also delicious, especially when dipped in the sauce.

I actually like Hayashi rice, and I was drawn to this place that MyRebiさん was featuring, which was selected as one of the top 100 Western restaurants in 2023. The chef used to work at a restaurant in Tokyo produced by Shinzuke Kawahara, known as Usagi, so there are many rabbit-related goods inside the restaurant. The selection of rabbit-patterned ear plates from Royco is probably due to his collecting habit! I heard that Shinzuke-san sends various things to him. Despite being a Western-style restaurant, the dishes are quite authentic and can be enjoyed in a casual style. The restaurant is not very large, so it's better to make a reservation. Whether it's Hayashi rice, omelet rice, pasta, or hamburger, everything is truly delicious, so it would be a waste to only try it once. I felt like I wanted to come here regularly. The fruit salad was a perfect choice, and I think they can do even better. Sorry for being so presumptuous. The beef tongue soup was exceptionally delicious, I wanted to have seconds. All the dishes have a rich flavor, with a strong use of salt, making you thirsty. I thought it would be so happy to enjoy wine with these dishes. Although it's a bit on the upscale side for lunch, considering that it comes with salad and soup, and the high quality of the food, I think the satisfaction level is high. Thank you for the delicious meal.

Congratulations on reaching 100 stores! I went to eat the popular No. 1 hamburger steak that makes you want to go back to basics regularly. The hamburger steak is delicious, and the grilled vegetables are also available, so the menu here is well-balanced. The salad is fresh, and the beet dressing is amazing. The clam chowder was made with saltwater sea urchin this time, giving it a unique flavor. The egg soup was also a new and interesting style. The chef's attention to not wanting to bore customers who come multiple times is always appreciated. Before serving the hamburger, they mentioned that the beef tongue curry had just been completed, and suggested trying it on the rice. I missed it, but I saw on the A-board that the new menu includes beef tongue curry and beef tongue stew. I was served the hamburger and curry rice. It was a dream combination. The beef tongue curry had a fruity sweetness with a hint of bitterness. It felt like there were spices that I had never tasted before. It seems like a mix of beef curry roux and dry curry. It is a complex and flavorful curry. The beef tongue stew, simmered in demi-glace, showed the chef's meticulous preparation. The texture and simmering were all delicious. The hamburger steak was cooked to perfection, and both the grilled vegetables and curry were incredibly delicious. It was a happy lunch. Thank you as always. Next time, I will definitely go to try the beef tongue curry.

Located at 5-cho, 4-jo, Nijuyonken, Nishi-ku, Sapporo City. "Univeil S" is a popular Western-style restaurant that was selected as one of the "Top 100 Western-style Restaurants in 2023". If you take the train, it is near exit 5 of the Sapporo Municipal Subway Tozai Line's Kotoni Station. I visited on a Saturday and made a reservation for 11:30 am, as it seems to be a popular spot. Those without reservations were able to get in right after opening, but it became full as noon approached. I ordered the "Hayashi Rice" lunch set (2,000 yen, with soup and salad) and a "Lunch Iced Coffee" (500 yen). The salad, soup, and main dish were served in that order. It took about 10 minutes for the main dish to arrive. The salad was a set salad and was very delicious! The dressing, made with passion fruit vinegar, was sweet and sour, and the staff recommended mixing it well before eating. The soup was a simple clam, tomato, and leek soup with a hint of ginger. The Hayashi Rice had a generous amount of tender beef simmered in a demiglace sauce, with a subtle sweetness and slight acidity. The condiments on the side included pickled radish, pickles, and Fukujinzuke, with the cucumber pickles offering a delicious hint of acidity. The iced coffee I ordered was served at the perfect timing after the meal. Overall, I was very satisfied with my meal and I am curious to try their hamburger and omurice next time. I would definitely like to visit again if I have the chance!

Today's Special Dish "Early Bird Special" (Soup, Salad, Rice included) Stroganoff ¥2,980 (tax included) Salad (Beets, Dried Fruits, Rhubarb, Strawberries, Kawanishi Ban'kan, Red Azuma) Clam and Tomato Consommé Soup

Located in the Kinshicho area of the West District. Congratulations on being selected as one of the top 100 Western restaurants on Tabelog! We made a reservation for 11:30 and arrived on time. Some people who arrived at 12:00 couldn't get in and had to leave. The interior has a bright and casual atmosphere. The background music is mellow Western music. In addition to tables for two and four, there is also a counter seat, making it easy for solo diners to enjoy. We were seated at a table with shadowy lighting, and the placement of the lights and the overall layout of the restaurant were a bit disappointing. Since it was my first visit, I wanted to try the most popular menu item, while my wife ordered the fluffy omelette rice, which she found delicious in the past but made her feel sick. Our orders were as follows: - Hamburger steak (1950 yen) with Demi-glace or Shallot Pin Salad and soup, with a choice of rice or bread - Omelette rice (1800 yen) with salad and soup - Pudding a la mode (1750 yen) - Lunch coffee (440 yen) [Hamburger steak] Wow! Delicious! The juicy hamburger steak was overflowing with meat juices, and the seasoning was exquisite. I was surprised by the Demi-glace sauce. It was not the type that emphasizes acidity and instead was light but complex and rich. The vegetables served as sides were exceptional, especially the asparagus, which was incredibly juicy and flavorful. The root vegetables were also plentiful, and the deep-fried potatoes were so voluminous that half of one was equivalent to a whole. The attention to detail in the cooking techniques for the vegetables, perfect deep-frying, and the sautéed daikon, all without using pre-made recipes, was truly impressive. To be served all these items on one plate at this price point is perhaps unprecedented. I was moved. [Omelette rice] Although I prefer a fluffy omelette rice, I could see the skillful technique in the perfectly shaped omelette. The thinly cooked egg was also very beautiful. The rice was delicious, almost like a risotto-style ketchup rice that I think would not be achievable without a reservation made the day before. While I think the Demi-glace sauce is more delicious, the tomato sauce had a balanced acidity that complemented the flavorful ketchup rice. It was very tasty. [Rice] I chose rice over bread with the hamburger steak. The rice had a strong stickiness, sweetness, and aroma. It felt slightly soft on the first bite, but it had the perfect firmness. The rice was also perfect and very delicious. [Salad] The salad that came with the set had a dressing that you can drink. It had a slightly sweet and fruity dressing with a hint of berry acidity. It was a unique and delicious dish. [Soup] The soup was an original creation with a slight acidity from tomatoes, a Japanese-style clam broth, and a slightly Chinese-style flavor. It was very original and delicious. [Pudding a la mode] This was a big disappointment. After enjoying such fantastic dishes, the use of canned fruits for decoration, apart from half-cut strawberries and sliced bananas, was a letdown. At 1750 yen, I expected a bit more thoughtfulness. [Coffee] The aroma was good, but the coffee was a bit too bitter for my taste. It felt a bit weak due to the small amount of beans used. Personally, I prefer a darker roast, so I was a bit disappointed. [Overall] I honestly don't want to write too much, but the staff hung up the phone unusually quickly when I made the reservation. The hamburger steak was served 15 minutes after the omelette rice, so I couldn't add a bit of hamburger Demi-glace sauce to the omelette rice. The empty plates were left untouched for over 20 minutes until the pudding was served. The main dishes were of such high quality that I think the staff must be under a lot of pressure, but there was a clear lack of hospitality. It's common for popularity to lead to a decrease in hospitality. I'm pointing this out in the hope that it will be helpful for others. The taste is excellent. Thank you for the meal.

I have mostly conquered the lunch menu, so today I ordered from the dinner menu. I ordered the Pork Cutlet with Demi-Glace Sauce for ¥3,250-. I added the usual high-level salad and soup to make it a more luxurious lunch than usual. The salad was, as always, fresh and amazing. The dressing, which was thicker than usual almost like jam, was really good and coated everything well. The soup had basil added to it, which paired really well. It was the first time I felt like having a drink with soup. As I finished the last sip, a hint of ginger came through. It was quite impressive, maybe the soup was meant for flavor changes. This is another amazing aspect of this restaurant - they subtly add a little extra touch to their dishes. The main dish, the Pork Cutlet, was incredibly voluminous in appearance. It was cooked to a thickness of over 1 cm. The combination with the overflowing vegetables was very appetizing. They mentioned that they topped the usual Demi-Glace with caramelized butter. While the usual Demi-Glace is already delicious, this sauce was a whole different level. It increased the smoothness and completely changed the flavor. The breading was crispy without being too heavy. The pork was so tender that you could easily eat it without a knife. It was such a wonderful dish that made me want to search for any hidden flavors. The sauce was so good that I wanted to savor every last drop. Thank you for the meal.

Each vegetable has a strong flavor. The dressing is also full of character. The clam and cherry tomato soup was slightly salty that day. The sesame seeds were fragrant. The main dish was stuffed cabbage rolls. The recommended butter sauce had a great combination of broth flavor and butter aroma, which paired well with the roasted vegetables and stuffed cabbage rolls. The cabbage rolls retained the texture and flavor of the cabbage well. The hamburger inside was also delicious. I was satisfied.

I discovered cabbage rolls on the A sign inside the store, which featured a picture of a rabbit. Among 4 or 5 different sauces, the top recommendation was the butter sauce, so I ordered that. Although I haven't eaten enough cabbage rolls to speak about them in depth, after just one bite of the butter sauce and one bite of the cabbage roll, I felt that this was an exquisite taste. The hint of truffle in the background added a nice touch. I had mentioned before that I enjoyed it when they included truffle, and they kindly added it again today. Thank you as always. Following the chef's recommendation, this cabbage roll has become the best I've ever had in my life. It seems like a memory that won't easily be surpassed in the future.

In May, I visited Sapporo and went on a low mountain hike to Maruyama in Sapporo. Maruyama has an elevation of 225m, so both adults and children from the local area easily hike up the mountain. My wife and I combined our hike with a walk from a nearby station. For our well-deserved lunch after the low mountain hike, we headed to "Kotoni". The popular restaurant we visited has been selected as one of the "Top 100 Western Restaurants in 2023". It has a rating of 3.66 out of 109 reviews. Univers S. in Sapporo City, Kotoni area. The restaurant is not very large, but it has a calm atmosphere. As it is a popular place, we thought we might have to wait, but we managed to get in quickly even though we arrived after 1 pm. It was our first visit and we were unsure what to order, but we decided to try their hamburger steak. I ordered the Hamburger Steak Set for 1,950 yen, while my wife ordered the Demi-Glace Sauce. The salad with beets, citrus fruits, strawberries, and sweet potato dressing was recommended and it was incredibly delicious. The Consomme Soup with cherry shrimp, butterbur, and clams was also full of ingredients and tasty. The hamburger steak was made with coarsely ground meat, juicy and flavorful. The thick creasy leaves of Haboro-grown watercress were crispy and packed with flavor. The carrots and potatoes were also rich in flavor. The hamburger sauce was amazing, with my Shariapin sauce having a hint of garlic which I loved, and my wife's Demi-Glace sauce being dark and flavorful with a nice acidity. The overall presentation was excellent and we were very satisfied. The service was mild yet effective, creating a pleasant balance. My wife was also extremely happy, and we will definitely be visiting this restaurant again. The set menu was well thought out and each dish was of high quality. It was a truly satisfying dining experience. Thank you for the meal.

This is my first visit after the end of the pandemic. I arrived at the restaurant right at 11:30 when it opened and was able to enter smoothly, but soon after, more and more customers arrived and it quickly became full. It's still a popular place. Today, I splurged and ordered the Seafood Mix Fry. First, a salad was served with fruits like strawberries, pineapples, oranges, and beets, offering a variety of flavors to enjoy. Then, the soup arrived. It may look simple, but don't underestimate it - it has a deep flavor with shellfish in it. Finally, the main dish, Seafood Mix Fry, was served with rice. I was surprised by the half-cut sweet potato that came with it. Green asparagus was also included, all sourced locally. The mix fry included shrimp, oysters, red snapper, and white fish, topped with a special tartar sauce and lemon. You can pay with PayPay.

Kotoen Station (subway side), right outside exit 5. It's a bit away from the center of Kotoen, so I got lost at first. The menu outside the restaurant offers basic Western dishes, but everything seemed expensive. Still, I felt drawn in and decided to go inside. The layout of the restaurant made it hard to see inside from the outside, but the friendly staff welcomed me and showed me to a seat. It was midday on a weekday, and about half the tables were occupied. I ordered the omurice for 1800 yen, which came with salad and soup. At first, I thought I didn't need the salad and soup and wondered if the price could be lower without them. But the salad turned out to be delicious, with a strawberry sauce that had a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Next was the clam soup, with a unique blend of Japanese and Chinese flavors. It wasn't amazing, but I found myself finishing it without realizing. The omurice itself was beautifully presented, with the rice standing up like a risotto. The sauce was also great, and it was clear that a lot of care went into making this dish. It was a fantastic dining experience overall, with great service and atmosphere. The only downside was that you could see the kitchen's trash can from some seats, which I hope they improve. I'd love to come back when I'm in Sapporo and try their evening menu with my family.

The salad with fresh golden oranges was amazing. The grilled shiitake mushrooms were incredibly delicious. The asparagus was perfect in thickness, flavor, and cooking. Univale Es always serves delicious main dishes with carefully selected seasonal ingredients, making dining there a delightful experience. While I am curious about other menu items, their hamburgers and omurice are my go-to choices as they are consistently delicious. The demiglace sauce is so good that I can eat it with rice or bread alone. Thank you for always providing tasty and nutritious food.

A friend's strong recommendation led me to revisit this restaurant. This time, I tried their hamburger lunch set and crab cream croquettes from the a la carte menu. The hamburger lunch set came with salad, soup, and the choice of toast or rice. The salad was beautifully presented with a dressing that was surprisingly drinkable, with a refreshing sweetness. The soup, made with komatsuna greens and clams, was so delicious that I forgot to take a picture. The hamburger itself was juicy and the demi-glace sauce was incredibly tasty. The side vegetables included watercress, asparagus, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, and potatoes. The crab cream croquettes had the most crab meat I've ever seen in a croquette, and the choice of tomato sauce or demi-glace sauce complemented the creamy sauce perfectly. I also tried a bite of my friend's oyster gratin, and finished the meal with a café au lait. I left feeling completely satisfied. Thank you for the delicious meal! (^^)

It was my first visit, so I felt like eating a demi-style Western dish and went for the classic hamburger set. I saw a review saying the rice was not that great, so I ordered toast instead. First, I had soup, which I felt like drinking to cure a hangover. The salad had a good amount of vegetables, but I didn't like the sweetness and strong berry flavor of the dressing. I don't usually eat toast, but I didn't really notice any special aroma or taste. The main dish, the hamburger, looked good visually, but the eating experience was not great. I'm not looking for a juicy burger, but the cooking and the flavor of the meat seemed off. The demi sauce was too sweet and had a lingering berry or amarone flavor that I couldn't quite figure out, but it was too strong and not to my liking. I entered the restaurant hungry, but surprisingly, I struggled to finish my meal and had to force myself to do so. I had high expectations, so the disappointment hit hard. On the other hand, it's been a while since I found a restaurant that really clicked with me. If I have the chance to visit again, I might try the ginger pork or fried dish.