Top 30 Restaurants in Sapporo — Michelin Stars & Hidden Gems | Meiten Gourmet

Written By K Yoshida

Sapporo is one of Japan's greatest food cities — and one of its most underrated.

The capital of Hokkaido — Japan's vast, wild northern island — Sapporo is famous worldwide for its beer, its snow festival, and its ski resorts. What the world doesn't know well enough is that Sapporo is also home to one of the most extraordinary restaurant scenes in Japan. With 293 top-rated restaurants, 71 Michelin-recognized establishments, and unrivalled access to the finest seafood, dairy, lamb, and vegetables in Japan, Sapporo's dining scene is a revelation.

Hokkaido is Japan's larder. The island produces the country's finest dairy products, its most celebrated seafood (sea urchin, crab, scallops, salmon), exceptional lamb, and extraordinary seasonal vegetables. Sapporo's restaurants have built their menus around these extraordinary local ingredients — creating French restaurants that rival Paris, Italian counters that would be celebrated in Milan, and sushi experiences that draw serious food lovers from Tokyo and beyond.

This guide presents the top 30 restaurants in Sapporo and Hokkaido, selected from Tabelog's prestigious 百名店 (Hyakumeiten) list — Japan's most trusted restaurant awards based on over 100 million reviews — alongside Michelin Guide selections.

What Makes Hokkaido Food So Special?

The ingredients. Hokkaido produces ingredients of extraordinary quality that are prized across Japan and the world:

Seafood — Hokkaido's cold northern waters produce Japan's finest sea urchin (uni), king crab, hairy crab, scallops, salmon, and herring. Sapporo's sushi restaurants have access to seafood that Tokyo's finest counters pay premium prices to import.

Dairy — Hokkaido produces the vast majority of Japan's dairy products — milk, butter, cheese, and cream of exceptional richness and quality. Hokkaido butter and cream are ingredients that Japan's finest chefs across every cuisine seek out.

Lamb — Hokkaido is Japan's home of jingisukan (Genghis Khan) — grilled lamb with vegetables — a uniquely Hokkaido barbecue tradition that has become one of the island's most beloved culinary symbols.

Vegetables — Hokkaido's cool climate produces exceptional root vegetables, corn, potatoes, asparagus, and pumpkins that are celebrated across Japan for their sweetness and quality.

Miso ramen — Sapporo is the birthplace of miso ramen — one of Japan's four great ramen styles. The city's cold winters and rich local ingredients created the perfect environment for this rich, warming, deeply flavoured bowl.

Top 30 Restaurants in Sapporo & Hokkaido — Ranked

🥇 1. Sushi Miyagawa (鮨 宮川) — Rating: 4.45

The highest-rated restaurant in Sapporo — and one of the finest sushi experiences in Hokkaido. Sushi Miyagawa in Kita 4 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, has achieved an extraordinary rating that places it at the very top of Sapporo's dining scene. With unrivalled access to Hokkaido's extraordinary northern seafood — sea urchin, crab, scallops, and seasonal fish from the cold Japan Sea — Sushi Miyagawa's omakase is a deeply personal, seasonally driven experience that showcases the very finest that Hokkaido's waters have to offer. Open daily.

🥈 2. Parco Fiera (パルコフィエラ) — Rating: 4.42

The highest-rated Italian restaurant in Sapporo — and a revelation. Parco Fiera in Inaho, Teine Ward, has earned an extraordinary reputation for its exceptional Italian cuisine — a deeply personal, seasonal approach that makes brilliant use of Hokkaido's extraordinary local ingredients. Hokkaido dairy, local vegetables, and fresh seafood transformed through Italian culinary tradition create dishes of breathtaking originality. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

🥉 3. Aji Michihiro Michi (味処 道廣) — Rating: 4.41

One of Hokkaido's most celebrated Japanese restaurants — and a destination dining experience. Aji Michihiro Michi in Kuriyama, Yubari District — a small town in central Hokkaido — has earned an extraordinary reputation for its exceptional seasonal Japanese cuisine rooted in Hokkaido's finest local ingredients. A pilgrimage destination for serious food lovers willing to venture beyond Sapporo city. Closed Tuesdays.

4. Yoichi Sagra (余市 サグラ) — Rating: 4.40

One of Japan's most extraordinary destination restaurants. Yoichi Sagra in Noboricho, Yoichi — the famous wine-producing town in Hokkaido just outside Sapporo — has earned a legendary reputation for its exceptional Italian cuisine paired with Hokkaido wines. Yoichi has become Japan's most celebrated wine region, and Sagra has become its most celebrated restaurant — a perfect marriage of place, ingredient, and cuisine. Open daily.

5. AKI NAGAO — Rating: 4.30

A celebrated French restaurant in Ishiyamahigashi, Minami Ward — one of Sapporo's most beautiful and residential areas near the mountains. AKI NAGAO has built a devoted following for its exceptional seasonal French cuisine that showcases Hokkaido's extraordinary local ingredients in ways that continually surprise and delight. Open daily.

  • Cuisine: French

  • Address: 3-3-3 Ishiyamahigashi, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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6. Restaurant Molière (レストラン・モリエール) — Rating: 4.25

A distinguished French restaurant in Miyagaoka, Chuo Ward — one of Sapporo's most elegant and scenic locations overlooking the city. Restaurant Molière has been a cornerstone of Sapporo's French dining scene for decades — a classical, refined French dining experience that has stood the test of time. Closed Wednesdays.

  • Cuisine: French

  • Address: 2-1-1 Miyagaoka, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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7. Sushi Minato (鮨 湊) — Rating: 4.24

An exceptional sushi counter in Asahikawa — Hokkaido's second largest city, located in the centre of the island. Sushi Minato has earned a devoted following for its outstanding omakase featuring exceptional Hokkaido seafood — a destination sushi experience in one of Japan's most undervisited cities. Closed Sundays.

8. Sushi Sai Wakichi (鮨 菜 和吉) — Rating: 4.21

A highly regarded sushi counter in Minami 2 Jonishi, Chuo Ward — one of Sapporo's most central and vibrant dining areas. Sushi Sai Wakichi has earned a devoted following for its exceptional Hokkaido seafood omakase and beautifully personal counter experience. Closed Mondays.

9. Enoteca La Ricolma (エノテカ・ラ・リコルマ) — Rating: 4.20

An extraordinary Italian wine restaurant in Hakodate — Hokkaido's most historic and internationally minded port city. Enoteca La Ricolma has earned an extraordinary reputation for its exceptional Italian cuisine paired with an outstanding wine cellar — one of the finest Italian dining experiences in all of Hokkaido. Open daily.

10. Hisashiyama (久山) — Rating: 4.17 | ⭐ Michelin 1 Star

A Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant in Odorinishi, Chuo Ward — in the heart of Sapporo's most central dining district. Hisashiyama has earned Michelin recognition for its exceptional seasonal Japanese cuisine — a deeply personal dining experience that showcases Hokkaido's finest local ingredients. Open daily.

11. Sushi no Kura (鮨のくら) — Rating: 4.16 | ⭐ Michelin 1 Star

A Michelin-starred sushi restaurant in Minami 2 Jonishi, Chuo Ward. Sushi no Kura has earned Michelin recognition for its exceptional Hokkaido seafood omakase — outstanding seasonal ingredients from Hokkaido's extraordinary northern waters, served with precision and care. Open daily.

  • Cuisine: Sushi

  • Address: Minami 2 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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12. Sushi Sohei (鮨 蒼平) — Rating: 4.14

A well-regarded sushi counter in Minami 2 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, with a devoted following for its exceptional Hokkaido seafood and beautifully crafted omakase. Sushi Sohei is one of Sapporo's most consistently excellent sushi destinations. Open daily.

12. Tempura Araki (天ぷら 荒木) — Rating: 4.14

An exceptional tempura restaurant in Minami 7 Jonishi, Chuo Ward — one of Sapporo's finest tempura experiences. Tempura Araki has earned a devoted following for its outstanding seasonal tempura that showcases Hokkaido's extraordinary local vegetables and seafood at their absolute finest. Open daily.

  • Cuisine: Tempura

  • Address: Minami 7 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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14. Maison Fujiya Hakodate (メゾン藤屋 函館) — Rating: 4.13

A celebrated French restaurant in Motomachi — Hakodate's most historic and atmospheric neighbourhood, famous for its Western-style architecture and stunning views over the Tsugaru Strait. Maison Fujiya has earned a devoted following for its exceptional French cuisine in one of the most beautiful dining settings in Hokkaido. Closed Wednesdays.

15. Sushi Shota (鮨 匠太) — Rating: 4.09

A respected sushi counter in Kita 1 Jonishi, Chuo Ward — near Sapporo's famous Tanuki Koji shopping arcade. Sushi Shota has earned a devoted local following for its exceptional Hokkaido seafood and warm, welcoming counter atmosphere. Closed Sunday and Holidays.

  • Cuisine: Sushi

  • Address: 3-3 Kita 1 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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16. Fenetore — Rating: 4.08

One of Japan's most extraordinary destination restaurants. Fenetore in Nakashibetsu, Shibetsu District — a remote town in eastern Hokkaido — has earned an extraordinary reputation for its exceptional French cuisine in one of the most unlikely locations imaginable. Chef Fenetore's commitment to showcasing the extraordinary local ingredients of eastern Hokkaido has created a truly unique dining experience. Open daily.

  • Cuisine: French

  • Address: 1-2-29 Midorimachiminami, Nakashibetsu, Shibetsu District, Hokkaido

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17. Yakitori Higebouzu (焼き鳥 ひげぼうず) — Rating: 4.07

A beloved yakitori restaurant in Minami 5 Jonishi, Chuo Ward — one of Sapporo's most vibrant and atmospheric evening dining areas. Yakitori Higebouzu has earned a devoted following for its exceptional charcoal-grilled chicken and the warmth of its neighbourhood atmosphere. Closed Wednesday and Sunday.

  • Cuisine: Yakitori

  • Address: 6-4 Minami 5 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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18. Sushi Tokoro Arima (鮨処 有馬) — Rating: 4.05 | ⭐ Michelin 1 Star

A Michelin-starred sushi restaurant in Minami 3 Jonishi, Chuo Ward. Sushi Tokoro Arima has earned Michelin recognition for its exceptional Hokkaido seafood omakase — outstanding seasonal ingredients served with masterful Edomae technique. Closed Sunday and Holidays.

  • Cuisine: Sushi

  • Address: Minami 3 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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19. Hisashi Shi Hidetaka (久し 秀孝) — Rating: 4.04

A highly regarded sushi counter in Minami 7 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, with a devoted following for its exceptional Hokkaido seafood and personal counter experience. Closed Sundays.

  • Cuisine: Sushi

  • Address: 4-1-2 Minami 7 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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20. Mieta (みえた) — Rating: 4.03

A respected Japanese restaurant in Minami 5 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, with a devoted following for its exceptional seasonal Japanese cuisine and warm, personal atmosphere. Closed Sunday and Holidays.

  • Cuisine: Japanese

  • Address: Minami 5 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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21. Le Musée Idea (ル・ミュゼ・イデア) — Rating: 4.02

A celebrated French restaurant in Miyanomori, Chuo Ward — one of Sapporo's most scenic residential areas on the slopes of the mountains west of the city. Le Musée Idea has earned a devoted following for its refined, seasonal French cuisine and the beauty of its setting. Open daily.

  • Cuisine: French

  • Address: 14-3-20 Miyanomori 1 Jo, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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22. Susukino Sushikin (すすきの 鮨金) — Rating: 3.97

A well-regarded sushi counter in Minami 4 Jonishi — in the heart of Susukino, Sapporo's most vibrant entertainment district. Sushikin has earned a devoted local following for its exceptional Hokkaido seafood and the warmth of its atmosphere in one of Sapporo's most energetic neighbourhoods. Open daily.

22. On Aji (温味) — Rating: 3.97

A respected Japanese restaurant in Minami 10 Jonishi, Chuo Ward — a quieter, more residential part of central Sapporo. On Aji has earned a devoted following for its exceptional seasonal Japanese cuisine and the warmth of its intimate dining room. Open daily.

24. meli melo — Rating: 3.96

A celebrated French restaurant in Ishiyamahigashi, Minami Ward — near the beautiful mountains south of Sapporo. meli melo has earned a devoted following for its refined, seasonal French cuisine in a charming and relaxed setting. Open daily.

  • Cuisine: French

  • Address: 3-3-11 Ishiyamahigashi, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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24. Komatsu (こまつ) — Rating: 3.96

A respected Japanese restaurant in Maruyama Nishimachi, Chuo Ward — the charming Maruyama neighbourhood near Hokkaido Shrine. Komatsu has earned a devoted following for its exceptional seasonal Japanese cuisine in one of Sapporo's most pleasant residential areas. Open daily.

26. Men Ya Saimi (麺屋 さいみ) — Rating: 3.95

The highest-rated ramen restaurant in Sapporo's top database — a remarkable achievement in the birthplace of miso ramen. Men Ya Saimi in Toyohira Ward has earned a devoted following for its exceptional ramen. Sapporo has 100 top-rated ramen restaurants — and Saimi leads them all. Closed Mondays.

27. Sushi Kai (鮨 海) — Rating: 3.94

A well-regarded sushi counter in Minami 1 Jonishi, Chuo Ward — perfectly located near Sapporo's famous Odori Park. Sushi Kai has earned a devoted local following for its exceptional Hokkaido seafood omakase. Open daily.

28. Semina (セミナ) — Rating: 3.92

A respected Italian restaurant in Minami 1 Jonishi, Chuo Ward — one of Sapporo's most central and accessible dining locations near Odori Park. Semina has earned a devoted following for its seasonal Italian cuisine and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Open daily.

29. Goryouri Fujita (御料理 ふじ田) — Rating: 3.91

A respected Japanese restaurant in Minami 6 Jonishi, Chuo Ward — a vibrant area of central Sapporo. Goryouri Fujita has earned a devoted following for its exceptional seasonal Japanese cuisine and the warmth of its refined dining room. Open daily.

  • Cuisine: Japanese

  • Address: 21-4-6 Minami 6 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido

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30. Matsukura (松くら) — Rating: 3.90

A beloved Japanese restaurant in Minami 7 Jonishi, Chuo Ward — one of Sapporo's most characterful dining areas. Matsukura has been serving exceptional seasonal Japanese cuisine to a devoted local clientele for years. Open daily.

Michelin-Recognized Restaurants in Sapporo & Hokkaido

RestaurantRatingMichelinCuisineAreaHisashiyama4.17⭐ 1 StarJapaneseSapporo ChuoSushi no Kura4.16⭐ 1 StarSushiSapporo ChuoSushi Tokoro Arima4.05⭐ 1 StarSushiSapporo Chuo

The Greatest Surprises of Sapporo's Food Scene

Italian cuisine is extraordinary here. Parco Fiera, Yoichi Sagra, and Enoteca La Ricolma are three of the most remarkable Italian restaurants in Japan — each making brilliant use of Hokkaido's extraordinary local ingredients. Hokkaido butter, cream, vegetables, and seafood transformed through Italian culinary tradition produce dishes of breathtaking originality.

French restaurants rival Paris. Sapporo has a remarkable French dining scene — AKI NAGAO, Restaurant Molière, Fenetore, Le Musée Idea, and meli melo are all exceptional. The combination of classical French technique with Hokkaido's extraordinary seasonal ingredients produces French food of a standard that would be celebrated in any city in the world.

Sushi with the world's best seafood. Sapporo's sushi restaurants have access to seafood that Tokyo's finest counters pay premium prices to import. Hokkaido sea urchin, hairy crab, scallops, and seasonal fish from the cold northern waters make Sapporo's sushi scene genuinely extraordinary.

Destination restaurants in unexpected places. Some of Hokkaido's most extraordinary restaurants are not in Sapporo city — Yoichi Sagra in the wine country, Fenetore in remote eastern Hokkaido, and Aji Michihiro Michi in the small town of Kuriyama are destination dining experiences that draw serious food lovers from across Japan.

Tips for Dining in Sapporo

Visit in any season. Sapporo's dining scene is extraordinary year-round — but each season offers something different. Winter brings crab season, snow festival crowds, and the warmth of a steaming ramen bowl. Summer offers lavender fields, fresh vegetables, and the city at its most beautiful. Autumn brings matsutake mushrooms and the first salmon runs. Spring brings fresh asparagus and the return of seafood after winter.

Try the ramen. Sapporo is the birthplace of miso ramen — one of Japan's great food traditions. The city has 100 top-rated ramen restaurants. Even if ramen isn't your primary dining focus, at least one bowl of Sapporo miso ramen is an absolute must.

Explore Hokkaido beyond Sapporo. Some of the island's finest restaurants are outside the capital — in Hakodate, Asahikawa, Yoichi, and even remote eastern Hokkaido. If you're spending several days in Hokkaido, consider building your itinerary around some of these extraordinary destination restaurants.

Eat the seafood. Hokkaido's seafood is Japan's finest — and Sapporo's fish markets and sushi restaurants offer the best access to it. Sea urchin, hairy crab, scallops, and fresh salmon are all exceptional here and significantly more affordable than in Tokyo.

Book ahead. Sapporo's finest restaurants — particularly the Italian and French destination spots — are booked well in advance. The city's best restaurants are known throughout Japan and attract visitors from Tokyo and beyond.

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All restaurant data sourced from Tabelog's 百名店 (Hyakumeiten) awards and Michelin Guide Hokkaido — Japan's most trusted restaurant recognitions.

K Yoshida
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