On a regular night, I felt like drinking wine with delicious snacks, so three of us came to this place on the weekend. Luckily, we were able to make a reservation. Let's drink! First, let's toast with sparkling wine! Let's eat! We started with an assorted appetizer plate, and although I forgot most of the explanations given to us, I do remember that the eggplant caponata was delicious! We had white wine next! Then we enjoyed black pork sausage and potato fries. The sausage was juicy and had a nice bounce when you cut into it. It was irresistible! We paired it with red wine! The final dish was beef taliata, perfectly cooked with a tender texture. It was so flavorful and delicious. This place has a great selection of wines recommended by the staff, making our dining experience enjoyable. We will definitely come back! Thank you for the delicious meal!

I went to a fourth bar with my friends, and we had a great time here! We started at 12 o'clock and had a delicious appetizer platter. And guess what, the place is about to close soon because they are going to open a yakitori restaurant next door. They mentioned that they won't be serving the current menu anymore, so the appetizer we had might become a rare find. The strawberry meat dish that came with the sweet and sour pork was amazingly tasty. This was a place I would never have gone to alone. Thanks to my friends for the great time and delicious food!

On a Tuesday night, I wandered around unsure of what to do and ended up entering a small building on Tanukikoji Street. It had a stand-up counter bar and long benches, with only one other female customer and the owner inside. I started with a Sapporo Classic beer (550 yen) and found the food menu a bit confusing, with options like appetizers, salads, pasta, and fried foods. I decided to go with the recommended appetizer assortment (1,390 yen) from the handwritten menu. The dish arrived with salami, olives, carrots, mushrooms, octopus, whitebait, and egg, among other items. It was delicious, especially the spicy salami. I also ordered a glass of red wine, which was recommended by the owner. It was light and similar to Chilean wine. I added an Italian cheese platter (1,250 yen) and olive oil-marinated gizzard (650 yen) to my order. The cheese had a crumbly texture but was simple and tasty. The gizzard had a crunchy texture and was well-seasoned. The owner mentioned another pizza place called La Tavolozza in the back, and I decided to try their Margherita pizza (1,000 yen). While waiting, I had two more glasses of wine. The Margherita pizza was well-made and delicious. The owner mentioned they will be opening a new branch at the Monterey Hotel soon. It seems like the dining scene in the Susukino area is expanding with lively new restaurants. Thank you for the meal. (Translated by AI)

I went during the awkward mid-afternoon time, but I'm grateful they were open! After lunch, I enjoyed some wine and cheese. The potato cream gnocchi was incredibly rich and delicious!! It paired perfectly with red wine. For dessert, I had two flavors of gelato - strawberry tart and pistachio. I also tried the hot chocolate for dessert and it was a pleasant surprise!! It was so thick and rich, more like something you scoop with a spoon rather than drink. It's a dream for chocolate lovers!! ♡♡♡

On May 8, 2021, what I can do now is to at least support restaurants while being very careful. I came with the feeling of "Let's give it our all" ✨ Today, I went on a study trip to Sapporo with my friends. We were supposed to have a business dinner, but we ended up going to just one place in Tanukikoji (*´艸｀). We decided on a French restaurant called "Bar e Taverna Garda La Giostra" ✨ Located in Tanukikoji in Sapporo. Tanuki Square 1st floor. The interior is cozy with a standing counter for 6 seats and table seating for 8 seats that can be adjusted depending on the number of people. We made a reservation for 5:00 pm. ★ Assorted appetizers 1,390 yen each (tax included) ★ Sand liver marinated in olive oil 650 yen (tax included) ★ White liver pate 680 yen (tax included) ★ Italian Mama's lasagna 880 yen (tax included) ★ Lampredotto 1,400 yen (tax included) ★ Espresso 300 yen (tax included) We ordered alcohol ✨ ☆ Assorted appetizers. ・Sand liver marinated in olive oil. ・White liver pate. ・Frittata. ・Scallops and garlic sott'olio. ・Salami (Primavera) (Milan Salami) (Mortadella) ・Sweet and sour pumpkin. ・Olives (chili marinated) Satisfying to be able to try a variety of dishes for appetizers. The pate has a subtle bitterness and is delicious ✨ The sand liver has a unique chewy texture, but it's also soft and flavorful with the strong taste of olive oil, making it delicious ✨ Since we wanted more, we ordered these two items separately (lol) There was a poster on the wall saying that the owner was the 4th place in the world at the Espresso Italiano World Championship and the Barista World Championship ⤴️ I couldn't resist asking for an espresso (lol) The owner's dedication to the bar, the food, and the espresso was evident. The conversation didn't stop. He kindly opened the bar on the second floor for us ⤴️ Next time, I'll come to try the Milan course ⤴️ Thank you for the meal m(__)m La Giostra Regular Business Hours ☆ Business hours 14:00-24:00 (Monday to Thursday) 14:00-24:30 (Friday) 12:00-24:30 (Saturday, day before holidays) ☆ Closed on Tuesdays

Hmm, there's still an hour until the meeting time. What should I do? I thought about killing some time somewhere, and I ended up stopping by a place called "BAR E TAVOLA CALDL La Giostar". It's a bar, cafe, and tavern with an Italian vibe. The master used to work as a bartender and barista in Naples, Italy. The location of the shop is on the first floor of "TANUKI SQUARE" in the arcade of "Tanuki Koji 7-chome". Besides this shop, there are also other restaurants from the "La Giostar" group in the same "TANUKI SQUARE", including a pizzeria and a gelato shop nearby. I entered the shop at 5:58 PM. I'll spend the hour until the 7:00 PM appointment having a drink here. At this point, there was a single customer at the standing bar counter and a pair of customers, as well as another pair at a two-person table. The shop has space for about 4 people at the standing bar counter and 4 chairs at the two-person table. I chose the standing bar counter to enter. Let's start by quenching our thirst with a drink. "Sapporo Classic" for ¥500. I'll have a light beer here. Let's also order some light food to nibble on. However, I have plans for a hearty hot pot later, so let's keep it very light for now. "Assorted Appetizers" for ¥1,390. It's an antipasto misto. This dish has various antipasti served in small portions on the plate, making it perfect for times like this. Today, the antipasti included the following: 1) Chicken Liver Pate - A brownish chicken liver pate was served on a thin baguette with a light balsamic sauce drizzled on top. The liver flavor was subtle, making it suitable even for those who don't like liver. The sweetness of the balsamic sauce mixed in, giving it a dessert-like feel. 2) Duck Pate - Duck pate wrapped in something white that resembled bacon. It was drizzled with balsamic sauce and had a dollop of mustard. The duck meat tasted somewhat like tuna. The wild, gamey flavor of duck was a bit mild, though. 3) Sauteed Italian Greens - The name of the greens was explained by the master, but I forgot it. It was something like Chichoria or Cima di Rapa. It wasn't endive, I think. The sauteed greens were tender, with a gentle bitterness that made it a good snack with alcohol. 4) Mortadella - Two slices of Mortadella, a Bologna sausage. It was slightly salty and had a strong meaty flavor. 5) Prosciutto - A slice of prosciutto. I'm not sure if this was it, but it was similar. It was also salty like Mortadella but had a rich, aged meat flavor. 6) Ancient Wheat and Pancetta Salad - A salad of ancient Italian wheat and pancetta dressed with dressing in a shot glass. The wheat, possibly Farro, had a crispy texture. I can't remember the exact name of the wheat. Pancetta is salt-cured pork belly, and this salad was a delightful mixture of flavors. By the way, in Italy, they are reviving various ancient wheat varieties for cultivation.

I visited this shop for the first time the other day, as it caught my interest. It's a small shop, but it gives you a feeling of being overseas. I ordered wine and started with a mixed appetizer plate. I was able to enjoy various types of appetizers and was satisfied. The coffee is highly recommended, as it tastes like a world champion.

I have dined at this small Italian bar in Tanukisquare, located in the lively area of Tanukikoji 7-chome, a few times with friends. The staff always recommend the best dishes and drinks of the day, so I decided to try the crab pasta which was the special of the day. We also enjoyed a fresh garden salad with shaved cheese, delicious chicken liver pate, tasty lasagna, Quattro Formaggi pizza, and grilled white asparagus with Carbonara sauce. The variety of drinks, especially Italian cocktails and coffee, made me want to linger and enjoy more. To end the meal, we bought matcha pistachio and lemon & orange gelato from a nearby gelato shop for dessert. Overall, the dining experience was satisfying and I look forward to revisiting with the friend who recommended this place.

A rare Italian restaurant where you can get delicious take-out hot wine and hot chocolate. The atmosphere of the store is so good that I stopped by on a whim, and both were a big hit. Since the bar is the main focus, next time I want to try the hot wine and hot chocolate.

I came here not for a meal or drinks, but for the purpose of trying their gelato. [Ordered Menu] Pistachio Matcha Pistachio Fresh Milk I have traveled to Italy several times and have tried gelato around 20 times, but I can say without a doubt that the gelato here is at the same level! The pistachio flavor was delicious, just like the ones in Italy, but the award-winning matcha pistachio was exceptional! It seems that the pistachios used are from the famous Sicilian region. The matcha flavor had a great aroma, and it seemed like they used carefully selected ingredients. The matcha pistachio had a refreshing sweetness, while the fresh milk had a rich sweetness, both of which were delicious. Soft serve ice cream in Hokkaido is good, but I highly recommend trying the excellent gelato here as well.

Located on the outskirts of Tanuki Koji Arcade, this small drinking establishment is part of a building where several similar establishments are clustered. The atmosphere of the shop and the taste of the food are not bad, but the pricing lacks consistency, resulting in somewhat surprising bills. For example, while alcohol starts in the 400 yen range, the Caprese salad in the photo cost a whopping 1,800 yen. Approach your visit with the mindset of enjoying a proper meal rather than a casual drinking session. ■ For a blog post with photos, click here → https://www.takemachelin.com/2019/12/2019.html

On the way back to the hotel, I happened to find a gelato shop and bought some. When I chose the flavors and placed my order, the staff suggested that these two flavors go well together if I get two scoops. The flavors were next to each other and tasted really delicious. It was the best thing I ate in Sapporo.

I used it once during the day and twice at night. This time, I tried the course with all-you-can-drink where their true ability shines. ・Caesar salad with romaine lettuce The vegetables were apparently harvested in the manager's garden. ・Antipasto assortment (image) This was the most delicious. All antipasto dishes were time-consuming. ・Vegetable pasta The pasta was average. ・Meat dish (image) This was also average. The all-you-can-drink option is for 90 minutes. Due to the location and date, the place was very crowded, and the waitstaff did not come around. My friends who were helping me drink were struggling to find empty glasses. The seats were narrow as it is a bar, making it feel unsettled. The atmosphere is close to Italy, and the antipasto was delicious. It's a good place to have a quick standing drink with a couple of snacks, but it may not be suitable for a leisurely party. They gave off a vibe of "you have 90 minutes for your seat." The service from the staff was surprisingly indifferent.

I have been going to Tanukikoji a lot recently. This time, I went to Tanuki Square. I heard that it is difficult to get in even on the day, so I made a reservation and went. There are many drink options, but not many food options. However, the food menu is very appealing. The lasagna and white liver pate were exceptionally delicious. The lasagna was not the usual tomato-heavy meat sauce, but a lasagna with a strong meaty texture. Probably due to the not-so-large kitchen, the food arrives at a very good timing. The only disappointing thing was that I ate too much and couldn't order the barista's coffee. I really wanted to have it at the end, so it's really disappointing. They open from 2 pm, so next time I want to go before I start drinking.

I wanted to drink wine and was curious about some snacks, so I visited this place. I ordered a red wine... ◆ Notarbananaro Silent Rosso for 1200 yen. There was a snack that caught my eye at the end of the counter! ◆ Sfogliatella for 420 yen. It had a beautiful shape with thin layers stacked on top of each other. The surface had a crispy texture! Inside, there seemed to be ricotta cheese cream, but it tasted like a custard with a strong cinnamon flavor and mild sweetness. Because of the cinnamon... I didn't really like it, so I just wanted to eat the surface part (^^; After eating something sweet, I wanted something salty! ◆ Goat Cheese Pura Capra for 750 yen. I decided to try goat cheese for the first time... Ugh, it tasted like strong sheep-like animal smell, with strong acidity and a distinctive taste!! To refresh my palate... ◆ Semolina Flour Fried Shrimp for 780 yen. It was crispy and consistently delicious. My companion checked on their smartphone and said, "Oh! I won at horse racing!" Let's go to another place now! ( *´艸｀)

The cozy bar style is suitable for a second party, right? Arrived at the shop 30 minutes before the last order at midnight (￣∇￣) Ordered with a bit of a rush feeling. Apricot-flavored liquor and peach juice☆ Quite delicious!! I can feel the sense of making cocktails and alcohol☆ Since it's just in time, I couldn't enjoy it while snacking, so I ordered the main pasta! It's delicious, but a bit strong in flavor! It goes well with heavy wine☆ Considering the pasta costs 1500 yen, it gives an impression of being expensive in terms of taste and volume. The alcohol sense and atmosphere are good, so I would like to take my time and drink next time☆

It had been a while since two of us girls visited. We started with a toast of bubbles and beer, along with a platter of appetizers. The salami and prosciutto weren't too salty, which was nice! The pate might just be the best I've ever had. The marinated items and fries were also very satisfying. Since there were two of us, we ordered a bottle of white wine and the semolina-coated fried shrimp. Light and crispy! We enjoyed every bit from head to tail. Finally, we had lasagna. It was a genuine lasagna, which was great! It's not easy to find a place where you can casually enjoy lasagna in Sapporo. We asked for a dry white wine, but the first 2-3 sips were quite sweet? However, as we continued drinking, it became very easy to drink, and we finished the bottle in no time. There is also a standing counter, so many people just have 1-2 drinks and leave. The staff mentioned that they had won awards in barista competitions, so I'd like to try their espresso next time. The only downside was that the seating was a bit cramped in this small restaurant, and we had trouble finding a place to put our coats and bags.

One day, I was brought here by a friend for a second round. It was past 9 p.m. on a Friday, but luckily there was one seat available and we were able to sit at a table! Lucky♪ It's a small shop called Tanuki Square. If 10 people come in, it gets really crowded. By chance, it was full of girls having a get-together. Since it was the second round, we ordered something light. The beer was a limited edition at that time, and the staff recommended it to us, so we went with that. It was quite refreshing and had a citrus flavor that girls like. For snacks, we ordered two servings of salami and cheese. The staff mentioned that they could adjust the amount of salami or cheese based on our preference, so we asked for a little more salami and a normal amount of cheese (laughs). There were various types of hard and blue cheese, and the salami was rich in flavor! You could really taste the authentic flavors. The beer quickly disappeared (laughs), so we switched to a recommended dry white wine. We also ordered the rosemary roasted potatoes. It was different from french fries, and the aroma of rosemary was so appetizing. The potatoes were probably made with mealy potatoes, and the texture was firm and delicious. We only had a little, but just by trying it, we could understand why this place is so popular. Oh, I heard this shop is affiliated with a gelato shop. I will definitely come back again!

Located deep in the alley of Tanuki Koji, this Italian bar is stylish with its interior. The wine selection is abundant, starting with a Bordeaux. The appetizer platter for 1390 yen includes a variety of items such as prosciutto and pate de campagne, making it a generous antipasto that is easy to enjoy. GOOD!

I tried two flavors, pistachio and strawberry cream. The pistachio had a rich, intense flavor with a strong milk taste and depth, it was delicious.

LaGiostra has a lot of unique and delicious food.