I visited one of the two restaurants I was interested in at the Teine Hoshiochi area. I went for lunch without a reservation. It was raining in the morning, so I thought it would be okay... When I arrived in front of the restaurant, there were three cars parked and no space available. I was about to give up, but decided to ask inside anyway. The restaurant was full of customers (￣O￣;) I was directed to park at a nearby pharmacy, which was fine, and luckily there was one table available, so I was able to enter without waiting. The taste was definitely amazing. It was delicious. (It was disappointing that it took almost an hour for the food to be served) It was a dish that made me want to eat it again. Thank you for the meal~

[Order] Corn and egg carbonara (large portion) dessert + drink set [Price] 1,650 yen for the dish, 440 yen for the dessert, total 2,090 yen [Impression] Consistently delicious. The carbonara had a rich flavor from the egg, making it enjoyable without getting tired of it. The pasta used was tagliatelle, providing a satisfying chewy texture. The dessert, bergamot and yogurt ice cream, was also very tasty. It left a refreshing sensation in the mouth, and paired well with coffee. I will definitely come back.

I had a sudden craving for lasagna on a cold winter day, so I decided to visit this restaurant for the first time. I arrived right after they opened, and the interior was quite cold, haha. I ordered the lunch set with lasagna, which came with coffee and dessert in the B set. The lasagna had a crispy texture with a nice browned crust, different from what I usually eat, and it was delicious being served piping hot. Despite being located in a quiet residential area away from the main road, the restaurant was quite crowded during lunchtime. Just be aware that there is limited parking available.

Occasionally, I recommend trying out such a witty lunch like this. I tried a pasta dish I've never heard of before called "Marlattiate". It was a flat pasta. This restaurant seems to be quite popular as it quickly filled up with customers. Some people even had to leave because there were no available seats. Luckily, I got a seat. The staff were all lovely with smiles on their faces, which already makes me want to come back. Besides the main pasta dish, the vegetables and ham were also unexpectedly delicious with unique combinations that made me excited as soon as they were placed in front of me. Thank you for the delicious meal. This is definitely a restaurant I will visit again! 🎶

On Saturday, Italian lunch in a residential area deep in Teine. After a heavy snowfall, the surroundings were completely obscured by a wall of snow. It was a bit difficult to find the building. We made a reservation before going, but the small restaurant with about 6 table seats was already visited by 2 groups. Pasta comes with bread and soup. There are also set menus available. For an additional 770 yen, you can get Set A which includes appetizer, dessert, and drink, and for 220 yen more, you can get Set C which includes a drink. We shared the Tagliolini with tomato sauce and Pappardelle with ragu. The soup and bread arrived quite quickly. I think I heard celery... The soup was gentle and went well with the bread. Five minutes later, the appetizer arrived. Homemade ham. I think I heard that the vegetables were all locally sourced... There were about 5 types, all with a gentle flavor and delicious texture. The pasta arrived at a good timing. The Tagliolini was thinner than expected with a chewy texture, almost like white konjac noodles. The seasoning was light but had an exquisite deliciousness. I wanted a bit more accent, like Tabasco or grated cheese, but decided against it. The Pappardelle was also firm. It was thicker and more chewy than expected. The chunks of meat provided a satisfying bite, and the meat or seasoning was so good, it was very delicious. But with a gentle flavor. The dessert was a firm pudding with strawberries. It was quite filling. All the dishes came out at a good pace. Many similar restaurants tend to be too slow, so it was appreciated. I wonder if it's run by a husband and wife. Overall, it had a gentle and seemingly healthy atmosphere. The seasoning was exquisite in all dishes. The chef seems quite skilled... The ambiance of the restaurant and the staff was soft and gentle, and the authentic Italian cuisine was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I think the set with pasta, appetizer, and drink was 2080 yen. The homemade ham in the appetizer was delicious. The fresh pasta was chewy and tasty. I came here with the intention of going to a nearby bakery, but they were sold out and I would have to wait over an hour for the next batch. I wasn't very hungry, but I decided to stop by here. I chose the basic Bolognese pasta.

Located in a residential area in Teine Ward. Cabbage and lily root soup: a well-balanced soup with a gentle sweetness. Hokkaido pork lasagna with mushroom and marmasaké cream sauce: a fluffy dough with rich filling, perfectly baked. Corn and egg carbonara with tagliatelle: the cheese on top is fragrant, the pasta is chewy with a light and gentle sweetness. However, the pasta seems a bit weak to support the strong sauce. Bolognese with Ezoshika venison and Sanno Farm vegetables: a sauce with herbs that effectively masks the gamey flavor of venison. The fresh vegetables provide a satisfying texture, although the venison is a bit chewy and absorbs a lot of moisture in the mouth. Rather than enjoying the marriage of flavors, it feels like drowning the pasta and venison in red wine. Despite the challenging taste, I am not discouraged and would like to try other menu items.

I visited a certain Italian restaurant on a Saturday. I arrived at the restaurant a little after 11 am (opening hours are 11 am). I was the first customer. The restaurant is located in a residential area, occupying a corner of an apartment building. There is space to park a few cars in front of the restaurant (about 3 cars?). There are three staff members - a male chef and two female staff members supporting him. Additionally, a young male staff member joins from 12 pm. All the staff members provided friendly and personable service. The seating consists of all table seats, with a total of around 20 seats. There were two 2-person table seats available, which was great. It feels awkward to sit at a 4-person table alone (^-^; Towards the back of the restaurant, there is a kids' space commonly seen in dental clinics. Personally, the reason I started exploring and reviewing restaurants was because I used to aspire to be an Italian chef and started visiting various Italian restaurants for study purposes. Italian cuisine remains my top choice even now, but with the busyness of life, I haven't been able to visit Italian restaurants as often. This time, I visited an Italian restaurant after a long time for no particular reason, maybe because I got tired of the routine of noodles and curry. - Venison Ragout Pappardelle 1320 yen + A set 770 yen (Homemade ham and vegetable appetizer, Homemade dessert, Drink) - Soup: It was supposed to be carrot soup, but it looked like pumpkin soup. It was a light type, with a gentle sweetness of carrots. The olive oil on top gave that Italian vibe! - Focaccia bread: It was normal in taste. - Appetizer: Marinated herring from Otaru with vinegar. It was easy to eat without bones, and it was interesting to enjoy herring in this form. The burdock in the front had a hint of cinnamon flavor. The ham was mortadella and pancetta. The homemade pancetta had mostly fatty parts. I'm not a big fan of fatty parts, but this pancetta didn't have any unpleasant smell and melted smoothly in the mouth. It paired well with the refreshing flavor of wasabi sauce. Each appetizer showed the staff's meticulous work. - Venison Ragout Pappardelle: Venison has always had a good image for me, and it's indeed delicious meat. The tender venison was cooked well, with no sinew and the fibers coming apart in the mouth. Compared to other meats, it has less fat, making it healthier. However, it felt slightly dry. In my line of work, deer are considered pests. Hokkaido, in particular, has a high level of damage caused by deer. By enjoying deer meat in this way, I hope to indirectly contribute to the control of deer populations. The pappardelle had a good texture, which didn't get mushy even after some time. It was a proper pasta dish after a long time. I devoured it quickly. I should have ordered a large portion! - Dessert: The ice cream on top seemed to have yogurt and gooseberries. It had a good melt-in-your-mouth texture and a refreshing taste. The jelly at the bottom had a subtle muscat flavor. There was only one group of 4 customers besides me. With up to 4 staff members present, I wonder if Saturdays are usually busier. With such high-quality food, this restaurant should be more popular, especially being located in a residential area. I hope this wonderful Italian restaurant continues to thrive. One thing that caught my attention was that the prices were listed excluding tax.

Tomato sauce and Pecorino cheese Tagliolini 1000 The pasta is not the usual soft kind, it has a firm texture which is great. Hokkaido pork Lasagna with mushrooms and Marsala wine cream sauce 1200 This lasagna is amazing! The pasta is fluffy like bread, with a crispy cheese topping and a nice contrast with the tomato sauce inside and not too heavy cream sauce outside. Star anise adds a nice touch. Milky pork, porcini, shimeji, and maitake mushroom ragu Pappardelle 1300 It's a shame there's no octopus ragu, but the short pasta here is really well done. The meat remains delicious even when cold. Ezo deer and chestnut sauté with cream sauce 2500 The deer is tender and the chestnuts go really well with it. The cream sauce has a nice acidity and is light. This main dish was way better than the others. Special salad 950 The side dishes that come with it are really good. I particularly like the pumpkin and onion. The pasta comes with carrot soup and Jerusalem artichoke chips. Bread is also included.

On August 9, 2019, I participated in a joint dining event with Trattoria Ottimo Wine Shop located at 2-4-1-28 Meilleur Minami 1F, Hoshioki, Teine-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido. The event was called "Kid Goat and Wine Party". I had never eaten goat before, so I was quite surprised to try it. I won't go into details about the course, but the 4-month-old kid goat was surprisingly tender and delicious without any strong flavors. I was also surprised by the bear meat that was served during the event. This may be a dish that some people either love or hate. Overall, the course had the unique touch of Ottimo and was a delicious event. I enjoyed the meal very much. Thank you for the feast.

On July 28, 2019, after visiting Benbeya in Sapporo, Hokkaido, I stopped by Trattoria Ottimo to pick up some hors d'oeuvres on the way home. Today, I ordered some of Ottimo's hors d'oeuvres for a wine night at home. We enjoyed our favorite Hokkaido pork lasagna and other dishes to accompany the wine. It was a delightful and delicious evening with my partner. We had a great time and the food was delicious. Thank you very much.

Visited Trattoria Ottimo Lanch in Sapporo, Hokkaido, on May 6, 2019. Ordered the Hamamatsu-produced fresh octopus and fresh tomato pappardelle for 1,380 yen, as well as the Hakodate-produced green asparagus and mascarpone cheese ravioli for 1,380 yen from the specials board. The pappardelle had a rich and tangy tomato sauce with a hint of pepper, and the octopus was tender, making for a delicious combination. Tried a bit of the ravioli, which was also very tasty. The soup was light but had a rich and creamy flavor from the cheese. The texture of the asparagus and ravioli, along with the intense flavor of the ravioli itself, was wonderful. Overall, it was a very delicious meal. Thank you.

Visited Ottimo in Sapporo, Hokkaido on February 16, 2019. Excited to see what dishes they will serve today. The course for the day included Prosciutto Cotto & Mortadella Ham with steamed shredded cabbage, Burdock Focaccia, Prosciutto Crudo & Salami with pickles, Coccoli, Porchetta & Soppressata with Ratte potato and spring onion tortino, Pane Toscana, Cannelloni with country-style ragu and root parsley puree, Baked lamb with Bibai Nishikawa Farm asparagus, and Chocolate torta. The chef, who trained in Tuscany, showcased his skills with these delicious dishes. Particularly enjoyed the meat dishes, which paired well with wine. Fully satisfied and enjoyed every bite. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

Visited Trattoria Ottimo in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Handa-ku, Hoshioki 2-4-1-28 Mayuru Minami 1F on December 23, 2018. I have been here for lunch several times before, but this is my first time posting about Ottimo. I tried their Christmas appetizers this time. The homemade ham and roast beef were delicious, perfect for wine pairing. The spiced roast burdock was also very tasty. Thanks to them, I had a fun and delicious time. Merry Christmas!

Rich lunch.

I went for both lunch and dinner. The homemade fresh pasta, meat dishes, cheese, and lasagna were all very delicious. The flavors are gentle and comforting.

It's been a while since I visited Ottimo. As expected, everything I ate was delicious.