There is a delicious Genghis Khan (Mongolian barbecue) restaurant on the first floor of the Art Hotel Asahikawa. The stylish and spacious interior attracts a mix of business travelers and couples. The temperature in Asahikawa was around 25 degrees even in the evening, making it perfect for dining on the terrace. I chose the guest plan as I was staying at the hotel, which cost 2500 yen per person and included one drink, three types of Genghis Khan, and vegetables. Rice was available at an additional cost. The meat was tender and very delicious. I look forward to trying a variety of dishes a la carte on my next visit.

"Hokkaido Brasserie Lira" in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, is a bakery and cafe located inside an art hotel. The reviewer arrived in Asahikawa by JR at 10 o'clock and decided to explore the city while waiting for their companion. They visited the bakery and cafe, where they bought a garlic French bread and a curry cutlet bread. The garlic flavor in the garlic bread was not very pronounced, but it was still delicious. The curry cutlet bread had a crispy cutlet inside, although the curry flavor was not very spicy. Overall, the reviewer found the bread from Hokkaido Brasserie Lira to be surprisingly tasty.

This is my first visit since the renovation, and the atmosphere has changed quite a bit. It's a cafe specializing in bread and light meals called "Hokkaido Brasserie Lila." Located on the 1st floor of Art Hotel Asahikawa, 6-chome, 7-jo, Asahikawa City. Operating hours are from 11:00 to 21:00, open every day. Parking available, non-smoking. Their website is https://asahikawa-lilas.com/ Previously, it operated as a bakery and sweets shop called "Art Hotels Patisserie Lila." However, since spring 2018, with the name change of the parent company from "Art Hotels" to "Art Hotel," this shop has also been renovated. But bread still seems to be the main focus here. Many customers were seen selecting bread and lining up at the cashier. Since the renovation, they also offer various lunch options for dining in, and in that case, you need to order and pay at the cashier first. The lunch menu includes bread, curry, and gratin. I decided to try the curry plate with Hokkaido three-element pork for 1000 yen (excluding tax). The presentation was beautiful, with salad and other items neatly arranged. The curry had a refined taste with a hint of tomatoes, and the three-element pork was delicious. The seafood pan gratin was also rich and creamy, with a good amount of vegetables. Overall, the food was well-prepared and tasty. I also bought some bread for lunch the next day, including a curry bread and an apple pie. The quality of the bread was impressive, reflecting the original focus of the shop. Overall, the food was delicious, and there is room for improvement to make the experience even better.

In August 2019, we had a banquet with Genghis Khan (grilled mutton) at an outdoor beer terrace. Despite it being August, it was surprisingly cold. We started with a mountain of Genghis Khan made from raw lamb, topped with plenty of vegetables. It was quite tender and decent. They also had hormone (offal) available. All-you-can-eat is a bit challenging for me as I am not a big eater, plus I had plans to go to another drinking spot afterwards. I ate moderately, drank a fair amount, started feeling tipsy, and the 90-minute banquet came to an end.

At Minori-san, we ate to our heart's content, then took the elevator down to the first floor. Since they had never been there since it was renovated, we decided to take a peek. Last time, when XX-chan and I came, I was curious about the sandwiches. Shall we buy some as souvenirs? For my daughter who loves fruit sandwiches and my mother, Mont Blanc. I also love Mont Blanc, but today I'll refrain (lol). And... I'm interested in the avocado, so maybe I'll have it as a snack? (๑´ڡ`๑)♡ As expected of a hotel store! The staff is so friendly...♪*ﾟIt feels good to shop here~ ( ᵕᴗᵕ )ｳﾝｳﾝ I'll enjoy it at home♬

I stopped by a bread and salad shop on the first floor after eating a buffet on the 15th floor. Of course, you can also eat and drink inside. What should I buy on my way home~? Oh, they have fruit sandwiches~! I just saw a review of Blue Blue 34's amazing high-quality fruit sandwich recently. The one at this hotel looks delicious too~! I want to try it~! Hokkaido cream cheese fruit sandwich - 540 yen Espresso melon bread - 151 yen Raisin bread - 259 yen The Hokkaido cream cheese fruit sandwich has a nice combination of the sweetness of the cream and the richness of the cream cheese blending well with the fruits. The fruits include strawberries, kiwis, pineapples, and peaches, giving a fresh and delicious taste. Yummy~! The espresso melon bread has a nice coffee aroma when you take it out of the bag. It's not too sweet, and it's perfect for a snack. I bought the raisin bread as a souvenir for my family. Thank you for the delicious food!

On the first floor of ART HOTEL, there are exciting breads at the entrance. They offer lunch set menus which include sandwiches, soup, and salad. The prices range from 700 yen to 1,450 yen. I didn't have much time, so I just had some bread and coffee. I also bought some bread as souvenirs. Inside the restaurant, there was a stylish lady enjoying her meal. She exuded elegance despite her age, and I found myself wishing to be like her. They also had bagel sandwiches, but I didn't have time to chew properly this time. I hope to come back when I have more time to relax and enjoy.

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I went to Minori on the 15th floor for a meal, and afterwards I bought walnut bread for the next morning's toast. There were delicious-looking onion bread and baguettes lined up. The next morning, I sliced the bread, spread butter on it, and toasted it. The wheat aroma and the flavorful taste of walnuts were irresistible! The bread itself had a good elasticity, and it was crispy, fluffy, and fragrant. It was really delicious! I will definitely go back to buy more and add some color to the happy moment of breakfast at home.

The old Le Jardin has been replaced by Art Hotel for a long time. There used to be a buffet on the first floor, but now it has been moved to the 15th floor and operates as "Minori." It is my favorite buffet in Asahikawa. I often pass by this Rira, and I have purchased bread before, but I don't think I have ever had tea inside the store. This time, I went with XX-chan, who missed lunch. We called a few places, but it seemed impossible to make it before the lunchtime order stop. The food court at the station? Hmm... the parking lot seems troublesome (we are too lazy to walk even a little... haha). I have already finished eating, so I think a cafe with light meals and desserts would be nice. So, we decided on "Rira." When we tried to sit down, they said, "Wait a moment!" We had to order at the counter first. It seems to be quite common these days, haha. I secretly love the forbidden "Mont Blanc." XX-chan chose the "Hokkaido wasabi and smoked salmon" sandwich. The atmosphere inside the store has been renovated and looks lovely, with no traces of the previous buffet setup. The Mont Blanc was delicious, just the way I like it. The chestnut cream is usually accompanied by a nougat-like base, which I love. In the center, there was a paste-like filling instead of candied chestnuts, which I also really enjoy. XX-chan, perhaps due to her hunger, kept saying how delicious everything was, haha. The sandwich comes with soup as a set, and there are other varieties available, as well as lunch plates that caught my eye. I would definitely come back here again.