Omaru Shoten
Chūō, Sapporo
Restaurant in Sapporo, Japan
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Price
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 30-seat yakiniku and jingisukan grill in Sapporo's Chuo Ward, named to Tabelog's Yakiniku 100 East every year since 2022. Dinner runs JPY 5,000–5,999; half the price of omakase-style peers; with à la carte beef, lamb, tripe. The second-floor room permits smoking, accommodates groups, operates evenings only. Book it for award-list execution without the formality or tariff of high-end wagyu temples.
About Omaru Shoten
Sapporo's dining scene ranges from polished special-occasion rooms to informal places for a social night out. Omaru Shoten sits in a practical middle ground: it is in Sapporo, carries Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 recognition, is listed at JPY 5,000–5,999. That positioning is the point. Keep it in mind if you want a recognized Sapporo dinner option without relying on claims beyond the available listing facts.
Yakiniku and Award-List Prices
Omaru Shoten works best with the confirmed facts in view. Its inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 gives travelers a concrete reason to notice it within the category, while the listed price of JPY 5,000–5,999 keeps expectations clear before booking dinner. Beyond that, Pearl is not adding claims about signature dishes, a tasting menu, sourcing, seating, or a specific service style. The comparison matters most for travelers deciding how to structure an evening in Sapporo: for a different kind of meal, other dining rooms may make more sense; if you want a casual, recognized option in this price band, Omaru Shoten is reasonable to keep on the shortlist.
The Room, the Hours, the Practical Details
Omaru Shoten is located in Sapporo, which makes it a fit for an evening built around the city's dining scene. The dress code is casual, the listed budget is JPY 5,000–5,999. Hours are 5:30 PM–12 AM Monday through Saturday, 5:30–11 PM on Sunday. Pearl does not have details here for phone number, seating count, drinks program, group capacity, takeout, delivery, or dietary accommodations, so those should be confirmed directly before you go. For other Pearl-listed options, consider Teppanyaki Urushi or Gyoza Suguruya. Explore more options in our full Sapporo restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 3 Chome-6-16 Minami 6 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0806, Japan
- Website
- facebook.com/%E3%81%8A%E3%81%BE%E3%82%8B%E5%95%86%E5%BA%97-242080929142766
- Phone
- +81 11-532-1464
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Omaru Shoten presents itself as a straightforward Japanese BBQ spot specializing in yakiniku, Jingisukan (grilled lamb) and tripe. The listing highlights that the restaurant sits in a building featured in the film The Detective is in the Bar, which gives it a bit of cinematic note. The menu-driven listing on Tabelog — including maps, photos, ratings and user reviews — emphasizes its practical, food-first identity. The presence of a smoking-allowed policy and the core barbecue offerings point to an unpretentious, convivial setting where the focus is on grilled meats and the communal act of cooking and eating.
Best For
This Omaru Shoten listing is well suited to diners seeking a Japan-focused barbecue experience: traditional yakiniku and regional Jingisukan grilled-lamb preparations are front and center, and tripe is explicitly offered. It appeals to people who use Tabelog to research menu options, user photos and ratings before choosing a place, and to anyone intrigued by the venue’s connection to a locally known film location. Because smoking is allowed, the restaurant fits guests who are comfortable with smoking-permitted environments and a casual, meat-focused meal occasion.
Ordering Tips
Rely on the Tabelog entry to guide choices: menus, user-posted photos and reviews are available and useful for identifying specific cuts and preparations of yakiniku and Jingisukan. Prioritize the listed specialties — grilled lamb and tripe — if you want a direct sample of what Omaru Shoten highlights. Keep in mind the smoking-allowed policy when deciding on seating or companions, and consult maps and ratings on the Tabelog page for practical details such as exact location and peer feedback before you go.
Venue details
Ambiance
Compact and intimate with a casual, backstreet-gourmet atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- jingisukan
- tripe
Planning details
Location
3 Chome-6-16 Minami 6 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0806, Japan · Directions
facebook.com/%E3%81%8A%E3%81%BE%E3%82%8B%E5%95%86%E5%BA%97-242080929142766
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Dosan Youniku Kappou Lamb Pirika, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- Gyoza Suguruya, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
- Keyaki Susukino honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Teppanyaki Urushi, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
- Sapporo Ramen Kifu Susukino ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
Restaurant context
At JPY 5,000–5,999 per head, Omaru Shoten undercuts every award-recognized grill in Sapporo. Dosan Youniku Kappou Lamb Pirika charges JPY 10,000–14,999 and delivers omakase-style lamb progression with stricter no-smoking protocols; if you want a curated, ceremonial experience, that's your address. If you prefer à la carte flexibility and don't mind smoke, Omaru Shoten gives you Tabelog 100 pedigree at half the spend. Teppanyaki Urushi sits in the middle at JPY 6,000–7,999 with a no-smoking policy and teppanyaki format; choose it if you want counter theater without yakiniku's DIY element.
For budget benchmarks, Gyoza Suguruya delivers gyoza-focused meals at JPY 2,000–2,999, Keyaki Susukino honten runs JPY 1,000–1,999, both solid for quick, low-commitment feeds but without the technical depth or award recognition. Sapporo Ramen Kifu Susukino ten covers ramen under JPY 999, useful for late-night carb fixes after a grill session. If your priority is award-list quality at the lowest price in the category, Omaru Shoten is the clear pick. If you need a non-smoking room or omakase pacing, book Dosan Youniku Kappou or Teppanyaki Urushi instead.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Omaru Shoten?
Plan Omaru Shoten for dinner. The hours are 5:30 PM–12 AM Monday through Saturday, 5:30–11 PM on Sunday. Pearl does not have lunch hours.
How far ahead should I book Omaru Shoten?
If Omaru Shoten is one of the anchors of your Sapporo dining plan, confirm current availability before going. The restaurant's Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 recognition gives it added visibility, but Pearl does not have booking rules or a phone number.
Can Omaru Shoten accommodate groups?
Pearl does not have group-capacity or seating details for Omaru Shoten. If you are planning for multiple diners, confirm current availability and seating arrangements directly with the restaurant. The budget to plan around is JPY 5,000–5,999.
Can I eat at the bar at Omaru Shoten?
Is the tasting menu worth it at Omaru Shoten?
Pearl does not have information that Omaru Shoten offers a tasting menu. The grounded way to frame the restaurant is as a Sapporo venue listed at JPY 5,000–5,999 with Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 recognition. For a different style, compare Dosan Youniku Kappou Lamb Pirika instead.
