Basic, three meals a day. The daily choice of what to eat. Will it be cafe food, ramen, yakiniku, or even sweets? When I feel like having a meal (set meal), I go to Ootoya. For me, it's always Ootoya lunch. The set meal with pumpkin croquette and chicken karaage as the main dishes. I choose multigrain rice. It costs 890 yen. The pumpkin croquette is sweet and the karaage is crispy and delicious. The portion size is satisfying too. There was a sign at the entrance of the store saying, "Service may be slow due to understaffing." Visit in August 2023.

Katsuo (bonito) and plum deep-fried set meal with rice → Changed to five-grain rice Miso soup → Changed to barley miso soup with plenty of vegetables Pickled vegetables Katsuo (bonito) and plum deep-fried, with grated daikon in dashi broth and salt Cabbage, broccoli, potato salad, Japanese-style dressing Added a side menu of mini chicken with black vinegar sauce.

The Ootoya restaurant always seems lively. The staff were all friendly. They mentioned that water and tea are self-service. Thank you for explaining. The food took a little while to be served. The broccoli, grated daikon radish, and spinach seemed to have a bland taste, perhaps they were frozen vegetables.

After visiting the shrine for the first time this year, I decided to eat with my mother at Maruyama Class. Feeling hungry, I chose the Chicken Nanban set meal. However, the batter was thicker and oilier than I expected... Maybe it's because of my age? I shared it with my mother, but we both found it too heavy. This experience might make me hesitant to come back, and I probably won't choose the Chicken Nanban again.

Located on the third floor of Maruyama Class in Maruyama area, there is a restaurant called "Ootoya". I had dinner here after shopping at Maruyama Class. The interior of the restaurant has many table seats, but the space between tables is a bit narrow, giving a somewhat cramped feeling. Orders are placed using a touch panel provided at the table. The menu mainly consists of Japanese cuisine, but I was in the mood for fish, so I ordered the "Charcoal-grilled Okimeji Sea Bream marinated in soy sauce and miso (980 yen)" and the "Drink Bar Set (190 yen)". I asked for a free large portion of rice. The food was ready in about 10 minutes. The actual size seemed quite small compared to the photos on the menu, but the Okimeji Sea Bream was very delicious. Overall, I felt that the portion was not enough for me, but there are many healthy dishes, so I think it would be good for those who are health-conscious.

Today in July 2021, I went shopping with my mother at Maruyama Class. It was quiet on a weekday, which made it comfortable. For lunch, we visited this place on the 3rd floor. Looking at the menu, I chose the grilled mackerel set meal with multigrain rice. It took about 10 minutes for the meal to be served. The grilled mackerel had a good amount of salt and was fatty, but it had no strong taste, and the flesh was juicy with a very good grilling. The menu offered a variety of options including Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes, which was great for my mother who has strong preferences in food.

This is Ootoya located in Maruyama Class. During lunchtime, about 80% of the seats were filled. There were many solo diners, making it easy to find a seat. Even though I was dining alone, I was seated at a table for four, which was nice. They bring water to your table, but you have to place your order using a tablet. I ordered the Ootoya lunch set, which comes with a choice of regular or five-grain rice. The lunch set includes pumpkin croquette, fried chicken, shredded cabbage, miso soup, pickled radish, and a half-boiled egg. The balance of the meal was good and the portion size was just right. The fried chicken and pumpkin croquette were crispy. Thank you for the meal.

Last year, the public tender offer that caused a stir in the world resulted in "Ootoya Holdings" being acquired under the Colowide umbrella with a stock acquisition cost of 6.1 billion yen. The management of Ootoya, who pursued a "white knight" as a countermeasure, but could not find investors such as funds, companies, and investors to support the struggling restaurant industry in the midst of the pandemic. After the TOB was finalized, the president and 11 directors were dismissed, but Mr. Masaya Yamamoto, who rose from a part-time worker to the president of the business subsidiary "Ootoya Chain", was decided to remain as an executive. I visited the "Ootoya Maruyama Park Store" on the 3rd floor of Maruyama Class during lunchtime, with about three waiting groups, writing down our names on the waiting board and waiting for about 5 minutes before being seated at a 4-seat table to the left of the entrance. We ordered from the tablet: "Oyster Fry Set Meal (regular portion of five-grain rice) @990" and "Sukesou Cod and Vegetable Black Vinegar Sauce Set Meal (regular portion of white rice) @920". Water was brought to us, but tea was self-service. After waiting for about 10 minutes, the two dishes arrived. The contents of the Oyster Fry set meal were "4 oyster fritters, miso soup, five-grain rice, furikake, salad, dressing, tartar". The fritters had a crispy texture and the fresh oysters were sweet and tender. We enjoyed them with the tartar and sauce, although the oysters seemed slightly overcooked. The crispy fresh cabbage with dressing was a good match, but the miso soup was a bit salty, and there was a very small amount of furikake. The five-grain rice seemed a bit cheap, but the large portion was complimentary, and the service was good. I tasted a bit of the sukesou cod with black vinegar sauce, and the acidity was moderately strong. The cod was soft and delicious. It had been a while since I visited Ootoya, and I enjoyed the meal. Thank you for the meal.

Dinner seemed like too much of a hassle, so I decided to get a takeout bento box from the reliable and comforting Ootoya restaurant (*'ω'*). I chose the Chicken Kaasan-ni Bento (680 yen), which is a popular menu item since the founding of Ootoya. I heard on a TV show that they developed a special container for the Chicken Kaasan-ni Bento to make it available for takeout, so I was curious to try it. The container is designed to prevent the broth from leaking out, which is pretty cool! The chicken was tender and tasty, but it didn't quite feel like the authentic Chicken Kaasan-ni to me. It was more like a Chicken Kaasan-ni "style" bento. Nevertheless, the flavor was undeniably delicious (*'ω'*). I also got the Sticky Salad (150 yen) which includes okra, hijiki seaweed, wakame seaweed, and bonito flakes. It was refreshing and tasty, and for 150 yen, it was a great deal. Ootoya's side dishes always offer good value for money and high satisfaction! I really love Ootoya. I'll definitely be coming back again for more (lol).

The other day, I saw on TV that a Michelin-starred chef said that Ootoya's eel bowl is of high quality, so I was intrigued to try it. However, I had to go for a blood test at the hospital later, so I opted for chilled udon noodles instead, which cost around 1480 yen. Just as mentioned on TV, the eel was thick and delicious. I should have gone for the eel bowl! For dessert, I had a mini fig parfait, which is said to be the fruit of immortality, for only 280 yen. Such a bargain! (laughs)

How about hiring more employees? Customers leave without clearing the table. When new customers arrive, only that table is cleared. It looks very untidy to leave dirty dishes on the table. If the environment is not clean, it affects our mood. Even when it's not crowded, it takes a long time for the food to arrive. I think it's because there are not enough staff. Using touch panel ordering system to save labor costs is good, but the prices are not that cheap, and the taste is just average. Customers don't seem to benefit from the saved labor costs. On this day, I ordered porridge. As shown in the picture, there is almost no soup. It was like this when it arrived. Porridge should be made with plenty of soup at the beginning, as it absorbs into the rice over time. The taste itself was not bad, but I was disappointed with the appearance and texture.

I think Ootoya's grilled fish is delicious. Other menu items are not as good haha. The rice at the Maruyama store is a bit soft for my taste, so I chose the limited edition Seven Herb Zosui. When I tried it, it felt a bit off... Oh, I see, it's not Seven Herb Porridge, it's Zosui! It's not as soft as porridge. Since it's Zosui, the rice was a bit grainy, like ochazuke. The fish had a nice fatty flavor and was delicious. It was nice that it came with a generous amount of grated daikon. The hijiki was too bland as a side dish.

After exercising, I always crave for something with a balanced nutrition, haha. So, I decided to visit Ootoya, a place known for its well-balanced and adjustable portion meals. When I arrived, the restaurant was not too crowded, and I was seated at a corner table. I ordered the Colorful Vegetable and Charcoal-Grilled Basil Chicken Set Meal with a side of Shiso Hijiki Multigrain Rice (¥880 tax included). The meal arrived in about 10 minutes. The miso soup had seaweed and green onions, with a nice but not overpowering miso flavor. The pickles had a good level of saltiness. The main dish included broccoli, watercress, cabbage, lettuce, green beans, pumpkin, tomato, and leeks, with a flavorful sauce to drizzle over. The chicken was tender and the basil added a nice touch. The highlight was the rice, which was a mix of multigrain and shiso hijiki. It was surprisingly delicious, with a hint of sweetness that I couldn't quite place. Overall, Ootoya offers a variety of menu options with customizable portions and a focus on nutritional balance, making it a great choice for a post-workout meal.

The attitude of the young staff members is quite bad.

I went to lunch with my son at a restaurant on the restaurant floor in Maruyama class. It was crowded around 12 o'clock. The restaurant was full. You order using a tablet at your table, which seems to be becoming more common these days. I made a mistake in my order and had to ask a staff member to correct it in the end, so I'm not sure if that's a good thing or a bad thing... From the customer's perspective, it's easier and better to have the staff take the order because it takes longer to do it yourself. The food was delicious as usual. There were many different Japanese dishes on the menu, so I had a hard time deciding. I want to go back a few more times and try several dishes!

The Ootoya restaurant in Maruyama Class, it seems like it wasn't there a year ago? Reflecting on my usual unhealthy habits, I visited the restaurant to eat vegetables. I ordered the popular number one Chicken Kaa-san simmered set meal with five-grain rice and extra rice, changed the miso soup to barley miso soup, and ordered the mini vegetable with black vinegar sauce as a side dish through the touch panel. The Chicken simmered in a hot stone pot, with colorful vegetables, had a gentle flavor that doesn't get boring even if you eat it every day. It had been a while since I visited Ootoya, but it was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Located in Maruyama Class's restaurant street. I visited for lunch on a weekday. Here, you order using a touch panel. I ordered the Ootoya lunch set. The main dishes were fried chicken and pumpkin croquette. They were delicious as they were freshly fried. It also came with a fried egg, grated daikon radish, and salad. You can choose between multi-grain rice and white rice. The miso soup had seaweed in it. Cabbage pickles were also served. They offer a variety of set meals, allowing for a well-balanced meal. The staff were not unfriendly, but it seemed like they were short-staffed as there were still cups from the previous customers on the tables, which made me feel a bit uncomfortable. Thank you for the meal.

Welcome.---------- December 2016 ----------Located on the 3rd floor of Maruyama Class, directly connected to the subway station "Maruyama Koen," is a new restaurant in place of the former Omoide Grill. The interior of the restaurant is spacious, with a layout typical of Ootoya. The back area features an open kitchen. It can be a bit challenging to operate the touch panel, so it's best to ask the staff for help. It would be nice to have paper towels available. Even in the evening, you can enjoy Ootoya's lunch set. Opting for the "five-grain rice, extra-large portion" is free, so why not go for it? The highlight is the striking main dish - three bite-sized pieces of crispy fried chicken, along with a large juicy piece. The meat is tender and oozing with flavor. It is served with a refreshing ponzu sauce with grated radish and mini tomatoes. The crispy coating and tender meat are a perfect combination. The shredded cabbage, yuzu coleslaw, and Japanese-style dressing blend well with the five-grain rice, especially with the extra-large portion. It's a trap that keeps you eating even when you're full. The miso soup with wakame and okra starts off with a strong miso flavor but gradually reveals a gentle dashi taste. As expected, the meal is served in a bowl, ending with a small pickled vegetable side dish. It's a popular choice for lunch among Maruyama ladies during the day and could potentially gain support from Maruyama revelers at night. The prices for alcohol and individual dishes are reasonably affordable. Thank you for the meal.

I have been to various Ootoya locations before, but it was the first time I arrived just one minute before opening and was surprised by the loud rally. The manager (?) welcomed me, the staff welcomed me, and asked if I was ready to order. After ordering, it took 15 minutes for the food to be served, and there were some issues with getting water and paying with an IC card. Despite the loud customer service, there were many things that could be improved. I ordered the popular "Chicken and Vegetable Black Vinegar Sauce Set Meal" for 861 yen, with extra multigrain rice and upgraded to tuna rice for an additional 298 yen. The black vinegar sauce was slightly sweet for my taste, but the fried chicken, lotus root, carrot, green pepper, potato, and plenty of onions were very satisfying. The tuna on top of the rice was surprisingly delicious, and I liked that the salad dressing was served separately. Despite the service issues, I was somewhat pleased that Ootoya opened in Maruyama.

Last September, I was hospitalized again in April for difficult disease treatment, following hospitalizations in January and last year. Therefore, regular reviews were suspended from April 19 to May 6 when I was discharged. I managed to write reviews on my computer before hospitalization and only uploaded them from my hospital bed. I was discharged on May 6. Due to being hospitalized, I was unable to reply to the comments on the reviews, but I have now completed them, though it took some time. I managed to give "Likes" to the reviews uploaded by everyone even while in the hospital. The supportive comments from everyone were a source of strength for me during my hospitalization. I am truly grateful. Although I have been discharged, I expect to be hospitalized again once or twice before the end of the year. Thank you for your continued support. [May 2021] "Ootoya" is a nationwide chain with both directly operated and franchise stores. Until last year, it caused quite a stir, but the issue was resolved when it came under "Colowide." Speaking of "Colowide," "Steak Misono" and "Gyukaku" are familiar stores in Hokkaido. One that I am not familiar with is "Kappa Sushi," which I often see on TV. Sapporo, where the number of COVID patients is increasing rapidly, is in the midst of a surge. The era is about takeout, delivery, and online shopping. I heard that "Ootoya" is also focusing on takeout bento boxes. So, I decided to visit the local "Ootoya Maruyama Koen store." This "Ootoya Maruyama Koen store" opened in December 2016. It was opened during the nearly four years that I had taken a break from posting on Tabelog due to difficult disease treatment. I finally made my first visit with my usual companion. This store is located on the third floor of the stylish commercial facility "Maruyama Class" in the Maruyama area of Chuo-ku, Sapporo. Please check the exact location of the store on Tabelog. I visited on a weekday a little after 4 p.m. I parked my car in a compliance parking spot. When I asked the staff, they showed me the menu for takeout. There are about 40 types of bento boxes in total. They are divided into limited bento boxes for each season, vegetable black vinegar bento boxes, beef bento boxes, pork bento boxes, chicken bento boxes, fish bento boxes, and rice bowls/omurice. There are also limited hors d'oeuvres. Prices range from around 680 yen to 1100 yen, with around 900 yen being the most common price. I ordered the "Three-Element Pork Roast Cutlet Bento Box" from the "Pork Bento Box," priced at 910 yen. You can choose between "white rice" and "five-grain rice." I chose "five-grain rice." Of course, the bento boxes are not pre-made. They said it would take about 10 minutes, so I went to pick it up after 10 minutes. ■ Three-Element Pork Roast Cutlet Bento Box Weight: Actual measurement 576g (after removing the packaging) Upper section: 222g Lower section: 297g Grated daikon: 20g Tare for grated daikon: 37g Since it weighed 576g, it was quite a generous bento box. Upper section - Side dishes (222g): Three-element pork roast cutlet with lemon Kinpira burdock Hijiki simmered dish Daikon vinegar dish Upper section - Rice (297g): Choice of five-grain rice or white rice Chose five-grain rice Grated daikon 20g Separate cup of grated daikon tare 37g Additional Japanese-style medium-thick sauce with spicy flavor Price: 910 yen (tax included) The "Three-Element Pork Roast Cutlet Bento Box" is a tonkatsu bento box that shows considerable ingenuity. Moreover, it is a voluminous generous bento box. It's nice that you can choose "five-grain rice." It's rare to have a separate cup of "grated daikon," which shows ingenuity. It's slightly expensive at 910 yen, but it's worth it for the quality. I wonder which bento box I'll choose next time. If the situation with COVID settles down, I would like to dine in the store. Thank you for the delicious meal.