In Sapporo city, I thought I had already tried most of the soba restaurants, but recently I searched and realized that there are quite a few places I haven't been to yet. I made a list of them, but progress is not going well because they are mostly located in hard-to-reach areas. One day during lunchtime on a holiday, I happened to find a soba restaurant I hadn't visited before near the center of Susukino, slightly to the west of Higashi Honganji Temple. It was called "Soba-ya Taisetsu." It wasn't a completely unfamiliar street, but I had no idea there was a soba restaurant there. When I arrived, to my surprise, it was full. There was a sense of tradition at the entrance of the old-fashioned shop. I waited for about 10 minutes. The operation was run by the husband and wife. When asked how many people, I was kindly offered a seat at a shared table. The capacity was 5 sunken kotatsu counter seats, 2 table seats, and 3 raised tatami table seats. I was served tea and a hot towel, then I looked at the menu. The prices were a bit high, not like hand-made soba prices. The "Special Taisetsu Bento" was also quite expensive at 600 yen, limited to 6 servings. I assumed it would be difficult to get it at that time. I didn't confirm. I decided to go for the "Inaka Seiro" at 650 yen, which was limited in quantity and 100 yen more expensive. The waiting time was 15 minutes due to the large number of customers. I waited leisurely while watching TV. The tempura was popular and took some time to fry, as indicated on the menu. The tray brought to me contained soba, condiments, a small cup, a sake bottle, and cold water. The soba was thick and had the typical texture of inaka soba, but with a subtle and rich flavor. The dipping sauce was strong and well-balanced, not overpowered by the thick soba. Maybe warm soba would be better here at this time of year. Although the "Special Taisetsu Bento" seemed tempting, having a bowl of soba in the afternoon slightly after lunchtime was also a good choice. Thank you for the meal.

I felt like having soba noodles for lunch on Saturday, so I decided to visit this place. I climbed the stairs, took off my shoes, and entered the restaurant. About 70% of the tables were occupied. They offered a choice between countryside soba and thin-cut soba, so I chose the thin-cut duck soba. It seemed to be run by a husband and wife, with the husband cooking and the wife serving the customers. The husband called customers by their names, so it seemed like a lot of them were regulars. It took about 30 minutes for the soba to be served, so if you're in a hurry, be aware of the wait time. The broth was on the sweeter side, but it was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Located southeast of the center of Susukino, this spot is a popular gathering place for locals to enjoy a meal and chat. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with a friendly chef engaging in lively conversations with customers. The counter seats, which can accommodate four people, are always full. Despite the exterior of the building giving off a strict and stubborn impression, the inside exudes a calm and comforting rural vibe. I tried the special bento box for 550 yen, which included a daily selection of dishes, pickled plum, and cold soba noodles made with specially cultivated rice from Asahikawa City, Hokkaido. The rice was exceptionally delicious, with a perfect texture, stickiness, and sweetness that even amateurs could appreciate. I was tempted to ask for seconds of just the rice alone. The side dishes, particularly the thickly cut grilled fish (that day it was hokke), were rich and flavorful. The simmered hijiki seaweed and the crunchy pickled plum complemented the meal perfectly. The lunch set, priced at 500 yen without the pickled plum, was a great value for the quality of food served. The handcrafted soba noodles had a refreshing texture and paired well with the light dipping sauce. I found myself wanting more of everything, including extra rice and a regular portion of soba noodles. The overall satisfaction exceeded the cost, and I highly recommend trying the daily bento box. I would definitely revisit this restaurant for its delicious food and welcoming atmosphere. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

It's been a while since my last visit. You need to take off your shoes when entering the restaurant. Last time, I had the special bento box for 550 yen. Since this place is a hand-made soba restaurant, I decided to try their soba this time. They offer two types of soba: thin-cut and country-style. I ordered the limited quantity country-style soba with egg topping for 750 yen. It took a bit of time for them to serve it. The egg topping was fluffy with a good thickness, providing a satisfying texture. The soba itself was thick country-style, offering a good bite without being too firm. There were some slightly shorter soba noodles in the dish. The dipping sauce was not dark in color, not too salty, and had a slightly sweet taste. I wonder what lingers in my mouth after eating. Smoking is allowed. (December 2021)

There has always been an atmosphere of a food shop at this place, but I had no idea it was a soba restaurant. I was invited to have lunch with someone who had been here before, so I decided to visit. The restaurant is designed like a traditional house. You take off your shoes at the entrance and enter inside. There is a counter at the back, a tatami seating area in the center, and table seating by the window. I sat facing the window in the tatami area, and the customers sitting at the table by the window looked like samurai warriors ready for battle. I always say I prefer cold soba, so I ordered the cold soba. When it arrived, I was surprised to see that it was served in a square bowl – a very unique presentation that made it feel like I was eating creative soba. As for the taste...hmm, it was just okay. It's a matter of personal preference, but for me, it was just average.

I arrived in Sapporo the day before to watch the Nippon-Ham Fighters vs Orix Buffaloes baseball game. The night before, I went to a Chinese restaurant I love in Susukino and had too much sake. The next day, I wanted to eat soba for brunch, so I searched near my hotel and found Taisho, which had the countryside soba I love. I ordered the duck soba (large portion) and waited patiently as the owner prepared everything himself. The soba had a great chewy texture, and the duck was thick and flavorful. The broth was a bit sweet for my taste, but dipping the soba in it was delicious. I finished the large portion quickly and even drank all the broth. The soba water was also thick and tasty. I can't wait to come back and enjoy it with some sake next time.

Today's lunch was at Soba Restaurant Taisetsu! I arrived around the opening time at 11:30 am to try their limited 5 servings of countryside soba. Upon entering, I took off my shoes at the entrance. The seating options inside included three 4-person tatami mat tables, two 4-person table seats at the back, and a counter seat for 4 in a sunken kotatsu seating area. Since a couple of people were already seated at the counter, I chose a table seat at the back. It was snowing outside, so I thought warm soba would be nice, but the restaurant was surprisingly warm. I ordered the countryside soba with 2 pieces of kakiage (tempura) on top in a large portion. Although the menu stated 3 pieces of kakiage, the staff kindly offered to do 2 pieces, which I accepted. The dish arrived in about 10 minutes, beautifully presented on a ceramic plate. The soba looked delicious and had a refreshing aroma. The soba broth made with white soy sauce was clear and appetizing. The soba noodles had a great texture and paired well with the broth. I found another great soba restaurant. Thank you for the meal.

Arrived around noon on a regular day. There were 2 groups of customers with 3 people, and 2 more people arrived later. Located near Susukino, close to Higashi-Honganji Temple. "Sushidokoro Daisetsu" has been renovated under new management. Night hours are by reservation only. According to their Facebook page, they also hold events such as comedy shows and live performances. Took the stairs up to the 2nd floor (the 1st floor is a semi-underground parking lot) and took off our shoes at the entrance. The interior was tatami-floored and had a calming atmosphere. The counter was sunken into the floor. The place was run by a couple. The menu included soba noodles as well as set meals with grilled fish. Prices remained the same even after the tax increase. Without hesitation, I ordered the limited 5 servings of "Inaka Soba" and confirmed they still had some left, then ordered the "Inaka Zaru Soba" (650 yen). It arrived about 20 minutes later, following the previous customers' orders. The turnover seemed to be not very fast. The dipping sauce came in a small pitcher with about 1.5 cups worth of sauce, and there was plenty of chopped green onions. The soba noodles were thick, typical of inaka soba, made with a mixture of Hokaaido-grown soba flour and regular flour. They had a strong texture and good flavor, very delicious! The sauce was on the lighter side. The soba broth was cloudy and had a nice aroma. Overall, it was a satisfying and delicious meal. The cost performance was also good. The "Cold Tempura Soba" that many people were ordering seemed to have a substantial amount of tempura, so I'll try that next time.

Located in Sapporo, Minami 5 Nishi 8, facing west on the 2nd floor. Or maybe it's the 1st floor? I passed by this shop many times on the previous street, and finally decided to visit. I hadn't done any research on the shop beforehand. It was around 1:30 pm, past lunchtime. I went up to the 2nd floor, took off my shoes, and entered the shop. It felt like a private residence turned into a restaurant. They had a "Special Selection Bento" that caught my attention, with a lunch set that included soba, almost for the price of a coin. Limited to 6 servings per day. The bento intrigued me, but I opted for the "Country Oroshi" soba. I wanted to mix the oroshi with the dipping sauce. The "Country Soba" was also limited to 5 servings per day, but luckily they still had some left on that day. The dish was served in about 5 minutes. The soba noodles were thick and had a strong texture. The grated daikon radish was plentiful. I tried the soba noodles on their own, and the flavor and texture were excellent. Then I tried dipping them in the sauce, which had a slightly sweet and well-balanced taste. Mixing in the daikon radish juice made it even better. Interestingly, the day before, I saw a TV show featuring a popular restaurant in the mountains of Yamagata, where they offered all-you-can-eat soba noodles with a similar dipping style. It looked so delicious that I wanted to recreate that experience at this new restaurant. Although it was not the same as the authentic experience, the soba noodles at this restaurant were satisfying. They were thick and chewy, similar to the ones at "Minato," another nearby famous shop. I would like to try their finely cut soba noodles and other lunch sets in the future. The prices are quite reasonable, and the friendly service from the elderly owner added to the pleasant experience. Next time, I might go for the "Special Selection Bento." Thank you for the meal.

The atmosphere is like an izakaya ☆ The soba restaurant had lots of great lunch deals (*´ω`*) Located near ramen shops like Shingen and Gojo Hara, there are many cool restaurants in this area that catch your eye!! When you enter, you can choose your favorite seat ☆ I was given a private raised seating area. Looking at the menu, I found it to be very affordable!! Soba sets start from 450 yen ~ and there's a special bento with soba for 550 yen!! Without plum, it's 500 yen! The soba seems to be delicious with a 80/20 ratio. They also have grilled fish on the menu ☆ Around noon, you can start to see regular customers trickling in. The menu changes daily and the prices are easy to order from (^^) I ordered the mixed soba with extra noodles and it was served quickly! The dipping sauce was flavorful. The thinly sliced soba noodles were not drained well and were slightly mushy, lacking in firmness. The country-style soba had a crunchy, angular cut that gave a refreshing texture, but lacked in flavor... The soba water served was a bit weak. If you're going to order, I recommend the country-style soba! By the way, the set meals looked delicious. If you're going to eat, I suggest getting a set meal or a bento, okay?? There are many great value sets, so it's a convenient place for office workers to use for weekday lunches ☆

I have been here a few times in the past. Back then, they used to serve sushi and seafood bowls, but they are no longer available. Today, I ordered the special selection bento, which includes grilled horse mackerel. It comes with homemade pickled plum for 550 yen. The service took a bit of time, and it was served on a tray instead of a bento box. The homemade pickled plum, pickles, and macaroni salad are included. The homemade pickled plum is just right in terms of sweetness and sourness. The grilled horse mackerel is a small size, but it tastes good. The rice portion is a bit small, which is a bit disappointing. I wonder if it was freshly cooked. The hot soba was piping hot, making it difficult to hold the bowl. The soba noodles are flat and have a smooth and soft texture. I wonder if these are thin-cut soba noodles. The broth is light with a hint of sweetness. Adding some spice would enhance the flavor. Next time, I want to try the country-style soba. (January 2019)

This is a review of a soba noodle restaurant located near Higashi-Honganji Temple in Chuo-ku, Sapporo. I had been wanting to visit this place for a while, but it seemed to only be open for lunch and the exact hours were unclear, so I hadn't been able to go until now. On this day, I had a meeting nearby, so I decided to stop by on my way back. When I arrived, the curtain was up and there was a lunch sign outside, so I parked my car and went inside. The entrance had an automatic door, but once inside, it felt like visiting a relative's house. It was still early, and there were no other customers. I sat at the counter which had about four seats, and ordered the thin-cut soba noodles and the country-style mixed soba. The thin-cut soba was made from Wakan produced buckwheat, while the country-style soba was made from Kamikawa produced buckwheat, limited to only 5 servings per day. The thin-cut soba was a fine 80% buckwheat mix, with a strong texture and a good bite. The country-style soba was dark in color and thickly cut, providing a firm and chewy soba experience. The broth was light in color, with a sweet taste from the long-extracted dashi. The soba water had a thick, flavorful texture. Despite my initial expectations based on the atmosphere of the restaurant, the taste of the soba noodles surpassed my imagination. The staff were very friendly and the overall experience was excellent.

I went for lunch even though I had just eaten pizza, but the soba noodles were so delicious! The owner was also very friendly. I ordered the sashimi and soba set, and I am satisfied.

Lunchtime is extremely crowded!

The finely shredded kashiwa (chicken) warm soba with sweet tsuyu is delicious. They only have umeboshi onigiri for rice and no curry soba.

Originally run by the owner's parents as an izakaya, the restaurant has now transitioned to a soba noodle shop under the son's management. The casual and welcoming atmosphere of the restaurant includes a counter, raised seating area, and regular tables, where customers can easily enjoy their meals after taking off their shoes. While the specialty is authentic hand-made soba noodles, the menu also features set meals that are popular among office workers due to their affordable prices and satisfying portions. The limited 550 yen bento box is particularly well-liked. The "Assorted Soba Noodles" dish priced at 600 yen is a good deal, offering two types of hand-made noodles at a reasonable price. The regular flour noodles are made with a blend of Saroma Lake and Nakashibetsu wheat, resulting in a medium-fine texture with a clean appearance. The noodles are served cold with a moderate water drain, and the flavor is decent. The country-style noodles are made with Upstream wheat and are cooked al dente with a slightly subdued sweetness. The broth is quite distinctive, with a mild blend of seasoning and dashi stock, complemented by a subtle sweetness from mirin. The condiments are average, and the soba water is cloudy. While the quality of the soba noodles shows promise for future improvement, I personally found the broth to be too eccentric.

I visited during lunchtime. The interior of the restaurant has a strong homey feel, which I quite like. The customers all seemed to be regulars, so I felt a bit out of place when I walked in. I think I had the seafood bowl set, which was around 1000 yen. The soba noodles were smooth and the seafood was delicious. I didn't have high expectations for the seafood, so I was pleasantly surprised. However, it took about 30 minutes for the food to come out, so it might be tough for people with limited break time. They seem to host various events like rakugo performances. It would be nice to enjoy soba and sake while watching a rakugo show. Thank you for the meal!

Lunch time! It's been a while since O-chan and I had lunch together, so we have a lot to catch up on. But we also have a lot of work to do. Let's quickly eat and chat on the go, so let's have some soba noodles. We better go early before it gets too crowded! When we arrived, there were only two people at the counter and one group at a table, so we were able to get seats. I wanted to have the seafood rice bowl and soba set, but I think I'll go for the country-style soba instead. O-chan ordered the tempura soba set... and we waited for a long time. Surprisingly, there were hardly any customers coming in, which made us wonder if the management had changed. However, the restaurant still had the usual flyers for comedy shows and the decorations looked the same. We had a leisurely chat, but this meant we wouldn't make it back to work on time for lunch. Finally, the soba noodles and tempura arrived. I forgot that I had ordered the tempura because O-chan had convinced me to order it. The soba noodles were decent with a subtle fragrance and a firm texture, making it a bit difficult to eat but still delicious. I like this type of soba noodles. O-chan's soba noodles were just regular. The broth was strong and complemented the soba noodles well. The tempura had small pieces of onion, burdock, and carrot, with three pieces in total, but one piece was enough for me. I wish they had a smaller portion of tempura on the menu. By the time we left, there were only two more customers. I wonder why there weren't many people around. I would consider revisiting this place.