The lunch options for office workers are limited, but this restaurant, Kitchen COME, is a great choice for weekday lunches. I arrived around 12:05 and there were 4 groups of customers (6 people) already seated, with 3 groups (4 people) waiting. The restaurant is run by a female owner and a female staff member, and they serve daily specials featuring meat and fish dishes. Today, I ordered the sweet and sour chicken for 900 yen, which came with a choice of salad and was served in about 10 minutes. The chicken was tender and well-seasoned, and all the side dishes were delicious and well-balanced. I enjoyed my meal and will definitely be back again!

Office workers' lunch options are limited, so on a weekday, I went to Kitchen COME! I wanted to stay close due to the snow and rain! This is a place I frequent when I want to eat nearby. When I entered around 12:05, there were no customers, but later 4 groups with 5 women arrived. The shop is run by a female owner and a female staff member, so it's a two-person operation. The interior allows smoking at any time, so it may not be suitable for those who are sensitive to smells or smoke. This place mainly offers daily specials of meat and fish dishes. You can also choose between salad or soup when ordering the daily special. Today's order was the daily special meat dish, Menchi-katsu, for 900 yen, with an optional soup. It took about 10 minutes for the food to arrive. The Menchi-katsu was full of meaty flavor and went well with the mustard sauce, very delicious! The pumpkin soup had a nice sweetness from the vegetables and pumpkin. The side dishes were plentiful, homey, and healthy! It was satisfying and tasty! I enjoyed my meal and will definitely come back again! Thank you for the meal!

I visited the restaurant for lunch on a Thursday at the beginning of April. The location is easy to find at the Chuo Ward Citizens' Center, but since there is no parking at the Citizens' Center, you can park at the Chuo Health Promotion Center next to the former Chuo Ward Office if you mention your purpose. As expected, I went there for my third COVID vaccine dose. The online reservation was smoother than the second dose, and although it was somewhat crowded, the waiting time was not too long. Perhaps because it was a weekday lunch reservation at 12:00 pm. After it was done, I searched for a lunch place, but it seemed impossible to find a reasonably priced restaurant at around 12:30 pm. If I were to enter a restaurant at that time, it would likely be full of working people. While wandering around, I was surprised to find a cafe-like restaurant on the first floor of the building. It had a trendy atmosphere and seemed to offer lunch as well. I decided to go in immediately. The interior was not very spacious, with 4 tables for 4 people each and 4 counter seats, creating a nice and clean atmosphere. The staff, a friendly middle-aged woman, gave a warm welcome. The clientele seemed to be regulars, with a moderate level of occupancy. There were solo diners, couples, and many elderly customers engaged in conversations with the staff. As soon as I sat down, I was informed that the daily fish lunch was already sold out, and only the meat lunch was available. Additionally, I was told that other menu items might take longer to prepare as they were made by one person. I decided to be difficult and ordered the Napolitan dish. My companion ordered the recommended meat daily lunch and also ordered a drink after the meal for an additional 200 yen. The meat daily lunch, priced at 820 yen including tax, was a Mille-feuille cutlet made by layering several thinly sliced pork pieces. It was not very thick but decent. The side dishes included a vegetable salad, carrot with mustard, mapo bean thread, rolled omelet, simmered daikon, and burdock, giving a homely feel. The taste was light. The miso soup was seaweed-rich and also light in flavor. The rice portion was not large. The Napolitan dish with salad and drink included, priced at 1,020 yen, was served with a colorful vegetable salad with a Japanese dressing first. Then, my companion's meat lunch arrived, followed shortly by the Napolitan dish. It had thick noodles with a ketchup sauce that was not overly sweet. The portion was average, with ample ingredients such as onions, carrots, bell peppers, green peppers, and pork. The meat was decent. The post-meal drink was freshly brewed coffee. Thank you for the meal.

Hmm... a café in such a hard-to-find place? The inside is crowded during lunchtime. I see... so they allow smoking. Is this an oasis for such customers? I'll try the minced cutlet set meal. The cutlet itself is quite substantial. They also serve salad on the side. The taste is good, but it might be a bit pricey for over 800 yen.

There are plenty of places to visit in the area around Nishi 11-chome Station during weekday mornings, when I don't usually have the chance to come here. Many shops are closed on Sundays, so exploration progress is slow outside the commercial area. I decided to visit "Kitchen COME" on the first floor of the community center, where a middle-aged woman was managing the place alone, preparing for lunch. She offered me a drink since it was not yet lunchtime, and I agreed. The interior had 7 counter seats, 3 tables for 4 people, and 1 round table for 5 people. I ordered a hot coffee for 400 yen, which was brewed using a home coffee machine. The coffee had a slightly acidic taste and a medium concentration, making it easy to drink. There was a guitar displayed on the back wall, indicating that live performances may take place here. The background music was light piano jazz. Many cafes in this area allow smoking, and this one was no exception, with ashtrays placed on the tables. Some people are not bothered by cigarette smoke, but for others, it can be unpleasant. I personally don't mind it much, but I understand the need to comply with smoking regulations, especially as they become more strict. I would like to visit again during lunchtime if I have the chance. Thank you for the meal.

▼Ordered Items◎Secret Tendon...800 yen I was thinking about getting a fish lunch, but then they mentioned a secret tendon. Secret tendon? I was intrigued, so I decided to order it. The tendon was chewy and crispy, very delicious! The shrimp tempura was unique and cute. It came with salad, miso soup, and side dishes, which was quite a good deal for the price. Thank you for the meal!

I ordered the soba set (with onigiri and side dish) for 800 yen. You can choose from tsukimi, kake, or zaru soba. The noodles were tastier than I expected. The side dish was a nice addition. With the onigiri included, I was quite full. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

I wandered around the central area from the morning and ended up at the Chuo Ward Office for some errands, looking for a rice ball shop around here. However, the rice ball shops in this area were either vacant lots or had different company names. So, I ended up coming to Kitchen COME and only had a hot coffee. The hot coffee had a clear and silky smooth texture, with a bitter taste that gradually became mild, accompanied by a subtle sweetness, acidity, and bitterness. It had a gentle and mild taste with a hint of richness. Although the coffee seemed a bit thin, compared to a coffee I had at a certain major company before, which was so bad that I didn't want to take another sip, I found this coffee to be significantly delicious. The main topic of conversation seemed to be about health, medicine, and illnesses, and there was a group of elderly people enjoying an early cafe lunch as a place to relax. The building here seems to be connected to the Chuo Ward Citizens' Center. This place seemed quite busy and prosperous as a community gathering place. Overall rating: 3.3 Taste: 3.2 Service: 3.3 Atmosphere: 3.2 Cost performance: 3.2 Drink: 3.2 Address: 1001 Pearl Town 1F, Kitchen COME, 10-1 Nishi 2-jo Minami, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido. ☆☆☆ Next preview ☆☆☆ I'm looking forward to trying the food next time!!

Today's meal was delicious again. Thank you for the feast!

Visited again on Friday, June 22nd at 1:00 PM for lunch. The place had a few customers including a solo OL and an elderly gentleman dining alone. I ordered the daily special which was fried saury and pork with vinegar stir-fry for 800 yen. The fried saury had a crispy and golden brown coating, with a light and delicate flavor. It was served with homemade tartar sauce and additional sauce on the table. The meal also included the usual side dishes like vegetable salad, rolled omelette, carrot with mayonnaise, simmered hijiki seaweed, and pumpkin with cheese white sauce. The rice was cooked perfectly and the miso soup had chopped wakame seaweed and daikon leaves. The whole meal had a comforting homemade taste that was truly satisfying.

I ordered the daily Come lunch and the herbivorous lunch for 800 yen. The atmosphere of the restaurant was warm and cozy, just to my liking. The herbivorous lunch of the day (fish main dish) was the crispy and fluffy katsubehoppe karaage. The crunchy coating had a strong presence, and the katsubehoppe was soft and tender. It was delicious. The presentation was also cute. Thank you for the meal!

2018・5・22 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM - Revisited after a long time. The interior of the restaurant was quite crowded with elderly customers. We were seated at a table near the front. It was announced that the daily special lunch set would take some time. However, the daily special Keema Curry was available right away, so we ordered that. *Daily Special (Keema Curry) 800 yen The rice was shaped in a half circle with minced meat curry around it. Topped with a soft-boiled egg. The dish also came with a side of vegetable salad, potato salad, and okra and tomato salad. The curry had a strong minced meat texture with a spicy kick that followed. Breaking the soft-boiled egg made the spiciness milder. Miso soup was also included in the set. Compared to the usual lunch set, it felt slightly lacking in volume.

I'm walking towards Odori Park. Taking a little break for coffee time. I thought about getting a cake set, but I have dessert planned for later, so I'll just have a hot coffee. The café is run by a woman and there are three male customers, each sitting alone. The interior is cozy with a classical guitar leaning against the wall. I used to play classical guitar in the past, copying Claude Ciari's songs like "Forbidden Games," "Silhouette in the Night," and "Brother Sun, Sister Moon." Now I just play in Susukino (laughs). Anyway, the coffee is 400 yen. It's a normal blend and quite delicious. I'll definitely come back for a proper meal next time. It's a clean and inviting place. Thank you for the meal. Now, let's go have some dessert!

Today, there were four daily specials available in addition to the regular gyoza set meal. The restaurant was lively with a group of eight elderly women enjoying their meal. Just as we arrived, they were leaving. A young female office worker and an elderly salaryman also dined at the restaurant. Unfortunately, the chicken tenderloin fry was sold out. I ordered the deep-fried flounder set meal for 800 yen. The small flounder was fried with the head removed, and the seasoned coating was delicious. The meat was juicy and tasty. The crispy fin meat was also enjoyable. Other side dishes included rolled omelette, spinach in broth, konjac with cod roe, and salad. The meal came with rice and miso soup.

February 19, 2018 (Monday) 11:30 AM - I revisited the restaurant promptly. This time I ordered the set meal again. *Pork miso stir-fry set meal. It was served on a plate with the same leaf shape as always. The pork was thinly sliced and stir-fried with sliced onions. It had a hint of sweetness and a rich depth from the Chinese sweet bean sauce. It goes perfectly with rice. Last time I had a late lunch. This time I visited early and was the first one there! It seems like there were many orders for bento boxes. The staff were delivering to nearby offices and people were coming to pick up their orders. This restaurant is popular and loved by the locals.

On February 15, 2018, at 2:00 PM, I visited a cafe and dining place located inside the Chuo Ward Citizens' Center in Nishi 10 Chome, Minami 2 Jo, Chuo Ward, Sapporo. I had always been curious about this place but had never been inside. I arrived a bit late for lunch at 2:00 PM. As I entered, I noticed a handwritten lunch menu displayed at the entrance. Cute figurines were lined up inside. I peeked inside and was welcomed inside. The atmosphere inside was casual and had a personal touch, giving off a cafe and dining vibe. There were counter seats arranged in an L-shape in front of the kitchen area, as well as 4-person dining tables. At the back, there was a round table. Condiments like sauce and soy sauce were already set up on the tables. There were two elderly salarymen sitting at one table, and an elderly lady enjoying her tea at the back. I found out that smoking was allowed even during lunch, which was a bit disappointing. The lunch menu included a daily choice of meat set meal and fish set meal, along with other options like soba and Napolitan. On that day, the fish set meal was sold out, so I opted for the meat set meal (Japanese-style meatloaf) for 800 yen. The meal was served on a leaf-shaped large plate, and it was quite voluminous. The meatloaf was cut in half, revealing a packed interior with no greasy taste, and it was fried to a crisp. Inside, there were finely chopped squid and shrimp. In addition to the main meatloaf, the meal included salad, rolled omelette, sautéed burdock, penne, and more. I particularly enjoyed the homemade dressing on the salad. The rice portion was generous, served in a small bowl. The miso soup had seaweed in it. It was a homey atmosphere with lovingly prepared homemade dishes. I wish I could eat this kind of food every day. There was a sign at the counter saying you could choose your favorite CD or record to play. The place closes at 7:00 PM, which is a bit early, and the fact that smoking is allowed is a downside.

Welcome! This is a diner located in a building next to the Nishi 11-chome district community center in Chuo Ward, January 2014. I thought it was a cafe, but since it says "Kitchen" I assume they also serve lunch. The bright and clean interior is welcoming, with two young lady owners greeting you. The lunch menu includes daily specials, curry, spaghetti, and dessert, with most customers opting for the daily special. I was intrigued by the "Showa-style Napolitan" but decided to try the daily pork dish. The pork shabu-shabu with sesame sauce was well-prepared, not too watery, and refreshing. It was served with bean sprouts and bamboo shoots in sauce, simmered hijiki seaweed, slightly sweet rolled omelette, crispy spring rolls, and marinated horse mackerel. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience suitable for all ages, including elderly customers.

On Saturdays and Sundays, I work at a place called Winds as my second job. While Sundays are off, if you're looking to spread out the newspaper and consider things on a Saturday, Winds at Tanukikoji 5-chome is a great location. There are cafes nearby where you can come and go freely, but I tend to avoid them due to the noisy atmosphere of horse racing fans. This place is very calm, located inside the community center, and seems to attract mostly elderly culture enthusiasts. The coffee is okay, not great or terrible. I remember it used to be 450 yen, but now it's 400 yen. The lunch is 800 yen, and if you add coffee, it's an extra 200 yen, so it's about 1,000 yen in total. This might be a bit expensive for retirees who use it alongside their hobby gatherings. The cafeteria at Sapporo Central Library may not have the best taste, but in terms of pricing, it's more user-friendly around that area. Being adjacent to a public facility, I wish there was a little more thought put into the prices of food and drinks. The owner, who seems to be a middle-aged slim lady, doesn't look like the typical cafeteria owner, but maybe that's just me. The previous review by Tom had a high rating of 3.5, but there was a slight questioning tone about the separate charge for coffee. Tom, if it was a misunderstanding, I apologize (laughs).