Hidden on the 4th floor of a mixed-use building on Gris Tanukikoji 8-chome, this creative Chinese restaurant is worth seeking out. The approach to the calm atmosphere inside the restaurant, up the stairs of a building you would never enter otherwise, is quite nice. The menu is omakase only, with high-quality dishes starting from the appetizers. The shumai is a must-order addition, and it pairs well with natural wine. Personally, I was impressed by the sand liver wrap, and finishing with corn rice is very Hokkaido-like. It had been quite a while since my last visit to GRIS, but its excellence has not faded one bit. #Sapporo #Hokkaido #gourmet #enolog #hokkaidolove

At night, they only offer courses, so I enjoyed a 7-course meal including appetizers while drinking organic wine from a decanter. The Chinese lamb dumplings and shishamo spring rolls were a great start. The main dish, grilled king salmon, was also delicious with flavorful Chinese sauces.

I made a reservation over the phone and was informed that there is no a la carte menu, only course meals available. The dishes had a gentle flavor overall, in line with the atmosphere of the restaurant. The portion sizes were on the smaller side, so it might be a bit challenging to get full just by dining at this restaurant. The interior was very stylish, and there were many female customers.

I visited for the first time the other day. It's a popular place that requires reservations. I asked about some available dates and times, and made a reservation. The interior of the restaurant has a modern, woody feel. We sat down for the course meal and ordered drinks to start. Everything was delicious with subtle flavors.

The building was a bit hard to find, but when I climbed the stairs to the fourth floor and opened the door, I entered a warm and cozy space. The music was pleasant, and the tables were spaced out nicely so I could relax without feeling crowded. I didn't take photos of everything, but this time I tried the course menu. I was surprised that the main dish was lamb, and it was very tender. The pistachio pudding was also amazing. I would like to try their a la carte menu next time.

Dinner was served slowly, starting early in the evening. The course was stylish, with dishes like one clam placed on a plate for display. It was nice for a girls' night out, enjoying a bottle of wine. Opinions were divided on the food, some found it delicious while others didn't care for it. Overall, it's a good place for a girls' night out or a date. The presentation was chic, and such restaurants are needed once in a while.

More Asian than Chinese in genre, the cuisine has a gentle atmosphere and the portions are on the smaller side. This is popular among stylish women. The building is old but has a great atmosphere. The dishes are cute. On this day, we requested the 5000 yen chef's choice menu. Young bamboo shoots tempura, bamboo shoots and wakame fritters, cherry salmon larb, cherry salmon and vegetables, Tatar salad from a region in Thailand, green asparagus with egg yolk vinegar dressing, stir-fried scallops from Betsukai with spring vegetables and butterbur sprouts, homemade confit of free-range pork from Hokkaido, steamed rice topped with boiled whitebait, pistachio pudding. All the dishes were delicious.

I visited the reservation-only restaurant, Grisan! The atmosphere of the restaurant is extremely stylish. It smells nice and has a warm and calm ambiance. Currently, they only offer course meals by reservation. I tried the course meal priced at 3500 yen excluding tax. The appetizers made with seasonal ingredients were delicious, and the popular dumplings were juicy and tasty! The main course allowed us to choose between meat and fish. We ordered separately since there were two of us. Both dishes had a perfect combination of ingredients, providing a new sensation. The rice seemed to contain sticky rice, which was chewy and delicious. The miso soup had just the right flavor. For dessert, we could choose from three options. I thought it might be just a small bonus, but the dessert was incredibly delicious! I would come back just for the dessert alone. The dishes were served in lovely plates, and I could enjoy the atmosphere. However, it's not suitable for those in a hurry as it's a place to relax and enjoy a meal slowly, especially while sipping on some drinks.

"I was told that they could only offer a set menu due to the current situation, so I had the 3500 yen course. It included salad, soup, meat, fish, and tempura. The flavors were distinct and everyone agreed it was delicious. The steamed fish in a bamboo steamer looked amazing. The shumai was delicious with a good balance of meat and tender skin."

Does it fit the definition of Chinese innovation? It's a unique restaurant in Sapporo. The steamed blue soy dish is the only disappointment. The preparation to remove the fishy smell is weak and the cooking is too gentle, resulting in poor texture and aroma. However, even after considering that, the other dishes were surprisingly good. The main dish, the spicy grilled duck, was juicy, fragrant, and delicious. I want to go back for seconds! I ended up drinking two bottles of sparkling wine. I definitely want to visit again.

- This is a restaurant in Tanuki Hachi that serves creative Chinese fusion cuisine. It's a great place for a mature date, with a strong emphasis on food, drinks, and ambiance. - You can enjoy delicious food while sipping on wine from Niban Dori Sake Store. The dumplings are a must-try! - The set menu costs 3,500 yen (excluding tax) and includes a drink. Reservations are required due to COVID-19 precautions. Walk-ins are also accepted. - The craft gin and tonic with KIKKA GIN from Nara is refreshing and pairs well with the appetizer of shrimp and eggplant in sesame vinegar dressing. - The dumplings are juicy and flavorful, especially the shumai. The grilled spare ribs made with local free-range pork are subtly seasoned and delicious. - The assortment of appetizers for the final course, including octopus, eggplant, mushrooms, miso, cherries, olives, and edamame, is visually appealing and tasty. Overall, the experience was enjoyable, with three drinks totaling around 7,000 yen. Thank you for the meal!

On the third night of my business trip in Sapporo, I visited GRIS with a business partner. We had made a reservation a few days in advance. The restaurant is located at Minami 2-jo Nishi 8-chome, just a little past where the Tanuki Koji arcade ends. As there are no big signs, you need to pay attention to find it. We arrived right at our reservation time of 7:00 PM. The restaurant is on the 4th floor of a building, with no elevator so you have to take the stairs. Upon entering, we were greeted by a unique and sophisticated interior design, lighting, and background music that set a mature ambiance. There are around 15 seats in the restaurant. We hung our coats on the wall hanger rack and were seated at a table for two. GRIS offers fusion cuisine that blends Chinese and Japanese influences. Here is what we ordered and the order in which it was served: - Shumai: Large shumai served with mustard. It had a refined flavor and was satisfying. - Deep Potato Fry: Deep-fried two kinds of potatoes. The dish highlighted the natural flavors of the ingredients. - Homemade Daikon Radish and Brown Rice Pickles: A gentle flavor. - Tomakomai Kitayuki Mushroom Salad: This dish was okay, but the mixing of flavors seemed to overshadow the goodness of the Kitayuki mushrooms. - Vinegar Chicken (Sweet and Sour Fried Chicken): Chicken fried with a light batter and served with a sweet and sour sauce. The sauce was a bit too sour. We also had two draft beers and four glasses of white wine. The total bill for two people was 8,910 yen, which we felt was reasonable. The menu also includes rules such as ordering all dishes at once to avoid delays, no sharing of dishes for parties of two or more, restrictions on visiting with children, and a requirement for groups of four or more to order the chef's choice set menu. The service was a bit slow, but the restaurant seems more suited for a leisurely date night experience. If you enjoy immersing yourself in the restaurant's unique atmosphere and rules, it's worth a visit.

It seems like a fusion restaurant that combines Japanese and Chinese cuisine. It's quietly nestled on the 4th floor of the same building as FAB cafe. The atmosphere is enveloped in a soft, gentle light, creating a sophisticated adult space. The menu seems to change daily, featuring dishes made with vegetables and even fruits. Everything looks delicious! After much deliberation, I ordered the smoked mackerel and grilled orange, today's spring rolls, shumai, octopus and Shine Muscat salad, and pistachio pudding. They were all delicious with a gentle flavor. The spring rolls were crispy and filled with roasted chicken, pumpkin, lotus root, and more. The shumai was surprisingly large and packed with tasty meat. The dessert, pistachio pudding, was served on a flat plate, which was a unique presentation. It had a rich and delicious pistachio flavor. I wish I could have had more. The portions are relatively small, allowing you to enjoy a variety of dishes in small servings.

The popular restaurant FAB Cafe, which is difficult to make reservations for, is located on the 4th floor of a building. As you climb the stairs saying "Zee-ha Zee-ha," you arrive at a stylish, dimly lit space with a grey color scheme. The background music playing has a good sense of taste. The atmosphere is similar to Wine Man, with a selection of Japanese sake like Kazenomori and only natural wines available. The service is quite slow, and since there is no air conditioning, it can get hot in the summer. The Shumai dumplings were delicious, and the cuisine is a mix of Chinese elements and Japanese base, with a touch of creativity. The menu probably changes frequently, so if given the chance, I would like to visit again. In terms of Chinese influence, it would be Chatsukisai > Chimwok > GRIS, and in terms of Japanese influence, it would be GRIS > Chimwok > Chatsukisai.

On the 3rd day of my trip to Sapporo, I visited a restaurant where I ordered a delicious steamed dumpling with assorted vegetable pickles, steamed oysters in a basket, and a variety of glass wines (about 7 types). The restaurant had a calm atmosphere, similar to those in Ebisu or Nakameguro in Tokyo, and seemed welcoming to female customers. All the wines were natural wines, and the dishes had a gentle flavor profile that paired well with the wines. The steamed dumplings were priced at 500 yen for two pieces, which was a great value for the portion size and taste. The assorted vegetable pickles had a delicate flavor with nuances of subtle dashi broth. The steamed oysters had a rich broth that was satisfying. Overall, the experience was great, especially for a natural wine lover like myself. The only downside was that there was only one red wine option that I didn't particularly enjoy. Otherwise, it was a satisfying meal. Thank you!

This is my second visit. I was lucky to get a reservation by calling on the day. I ordered the recommended white wine from the same producer since the usual wine I wanted was sold out. The label was cute and the wine was delicious. My companion who can't drink alcohol had a white peach soda, which sounded delicious just by the name. The wine glasses were sparkling and lovely. - Various boiled vegetables: a mix of greens, mountain vegetables, zucchini, with cherry tomatoes as a nice touch, very tasty. - Shumai: large, juicy, and delicious, a must-order. - Steamed pork bun: the slightly sweet Chinese bun skin was delicious. - White asparagus and egg blue cheese stir-fry: the sweet white asparagus and fluffy egg with a hint of blue cheese saltiness was a perfect combination. - Potato salad with mountain wasabi, seaweed, and long yam: the wasabi was just subtly present, a perfect palate cleanser. - Pork belly white miso simmered: the tender meat that crumbles with chopsticks and the grilled bamboo shoot side dish were delicious. The white miso had a gentle flavor. - Hokkaido cheese assortment. - Sora bean mixed rice: rice cooked in a steamer, similar to steamed rice, with plenty of expensive sora beans from Hokkaido. I want to revisit during chestnut season when the ingredients change. Despite the long wait for the food to be served, I was very satisfied with the delicious food and wine.

Located in the 8th block of Tanuki Koji, this hidden gem is a bit hard to find. Once you open the door and climb up the stairs, you will enter a stylish café-like space with a grey interior. The menu is limited, and it is mentioned that the service might be slow as the place is run by just two people. The dumplings are served in a steamer and are juicy and full of flavor. Despite the delicious food, it was disappointing that the spring rolls were sold out. Be prepared to wait a while for your food as it took over 2 hours for everything to be served. Overall, it's a trendy spot where you can enjoy a leisurely meal and drinks at your own pace.

If you want to enjoy stylish Chinese cuisine in Sapporo, be sure to visit this place. The finely crafted Chinese dishes are thoughtful and well-balanced in flavor, allowing you to enjoy the meal until the very end. Such restaurants are few and far between. By the time the meal was over, I was filled with satisfaction. Oh, it's not a sophisticated urban chic, but rather a simple kind of stylish.

On a weekday night with light rain falling, my friend and I climbed the stairs of a worn-out building on Tanuki Koji 8-chome up to the 4th floor. We arrived at 6:30 pm and were seated at a two-seater table in the back of the cafe-like interior. There were private rooms in the back as well. We discussed what to eat, but with so many tempting options on the menu, we ended up choosing something reliable. We started with a Sapporo Perfect Classic to cheers. The menu for the day included: - 2 pieces of shumai for 500 yen: The large dumplings arrived steaming hot in a bamboo steamer, with flavorful juices oozing out when bitten into. The simple seasoning allowed the richness of the pork, sweetness of the onions, and umami of the shiitake mushrooms to shine. Delicious! - 2 spring rolls for 850 yen: Fried to a crispy perfection, filled with shrimp and broccoli. While the shrimp was juicy, the broccoli felt a bit lacking in flavor. We paired this with a glass of House white wine. - Nori and wasabi potato salad with nagaimo for 600 yen: A unique twist on the classic potato salad, with the smoothness of the nagaimo, fragrance of the nori, and kick of wasabi. No mayo in sight! - Betsukai lamb (hogget) cloud white meat for 1800 yen: A dish made with hogget, something between mutton and lamb, boiled or steamed and finished with a soy-based sauce mixed with the broth from cooking the lamb. Topped with sesame, minced wood ear mushrooms, and buckwheat seeds for added aroma and texture. The dish also included shredded Chinese cabbage for sweetness. The subtle sauce allowed the flavor of the lamb to shine. We switched to sake at this point. - Sesame-dressed white fish (today's was sea bass) for 900 yen: The light acidity of the sesame sauce complemented the fatty sea bass beautifully. Delicious! - Yuba and mountain wasabi for 500 yen: Firm yuba and mountain wasabi enveloped in a gentle dashi broth made from kombu and bonito flakes. The fragrant mountain wasabi-infused broth was irresistible, no need for soy sauce! Although it's a Chinese restaurant, it has a touch of Japanese taste. Wine or sake pairs well. I felt like challenging more interesting dishes next time. Thank you for the meal!

I was recommended by an acquaintance and went there for the first time. At first, I doubted if I was in the right place as I climbed the stairs, but once I entered, I found a simple and cozy atmosphere. The place was already bustling with reserved guests, creating a lively atmosphere. It was my first time there, but it was a very calming place. I was a bit nervous as it was my first time dining with my acquaintance, but the food was delicious as rumored! Everything we ordered was tasty, and the steamed dumplings and smoked tofu, which had a cheese-like texture, paired well with wine. The seared mackerel rice dish was perfect for the season, fragrant and delicious, and it became my favorite. My acquaintance also enjoyed the meal, so I am grateful to the person who recommended the place. The staff at the restaurant were also very calm and accommodating, which put me at ease. They mentioned that the menu and wine change daily according to the season, making the dining experience enjoyable with different decorations each time. It was a place that I would like to visit again among many others, so I hope to dine there again on another occasion!