Hyousetsu No Mon
A historic Sapporo restaurant specializing in exquisite crab cuisine, offering private dining and impeccable service. A must-visit for crab aficionado...
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Hyousetsu No Mon
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A historic Sapporo restaurant specializing in exquisite crab cuisine, offering private dining and impeccable service. A must-visit for crab aficionados.
"Truly sensational and a highlight of Sapporo; the freshest, fattest, and naturally sweet crab I've ever had."
Book Far in Advance
Reservations are essential, often needing to be made weeks or months ahead due to high demand.
Lunch for Value
Consider lunch sets for a more affordable experience, though crab meat may still be attached to shells.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Japanese Crab
Price
$$$
Phone
+81 11-521-3046
Address
2 Chome-8-10 Minami 5 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0805, Japan
Website
hyousetsu.co.jp/sp/index.phpHighlights
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Exquisite Crab Cuisine
Savor the delicate flavors of multiple crab varieties, from king crab to hairy crab, prepared in traditional Japanese styles like shabu-shabu and sashimi.
Private Dining Experience
Enjoy intimate multi-course meals in exclusive private rooms, offering a unique and cozy ambiance for special occasions.
Impeccable Service
Experience attentive and professional service throughout your meal, ensuring a refined and comfortable dining journey.
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Book Far in Advance
Reservations are essential, often needing to be made weeks or months ahead due to high demand.
Lunch for Value
Consider lunch sets for a more affordable experience, though crab meat may still be attached to shells.
Flexibility with Menu
Be open to seasonal specials like Whole Hairy Crab; they may sell out.
Explore Crab Varieties
Expect king crab, but also try hairy, snow, and Hanasaki crab for a diverse experience.
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Book Far in Advance
Reservations are essential, often needing to be made weeks or months ahead due to high demand.
Lunch for Value
Consider lunch sets for a more affordable experience, though crab meat may still be attached to shells.
Flexibility with Menu
Be open to seasonal specials like Whole Hairy Crab; they may sell out.
Explore Crab Varieties
Expect king crab, but also try hairy, snow, and Hanasaki crab for a diverse experience.
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Reviews Summary
Hyousetsu No Mon is celebrated for its refined crab dishes and impeccable service, with many guests highlighting the private dining rooms as a unique experience. While the quality of crab is often praised, some diners feel the pricing is on the higher side for tourists and that certain preparations, like 'shabu-shabu', may not meet expectations. Overall, it's considered a worthwhile, memorable meal in Sapporo, particularly for crab lovers.
"Refined dining experience in Sapporo. You are greeted by attentive staff who will serve you throughout your dining journey at the restaurant. The lunch time luxury crab set is reasonably priced and came with plenty of crab and adjacent dishes. Could not fault any dish - all delicious. Absolutely recommended place if you're visiting Sapporo - be sure to book early as they run out of spots very quick!"
Jon Y
"This is a well-known crab restaurant that requires booking several days in advance. It offers private dining spaces and impeccable service, presenting a variety of creative crab dishes. Lunch is more affordable, but the crab meat attached to the shell, making it difficult to eat. Also, it didn’t quite meet my expectations for a bold flavor experience, and the portions were relatively small. That said, it’s still worth a try when visiting Sapporo."
Wen Jen Lin
"Do yourself a favour and try this place - was my most memorable meal of our Japan holiday and the freshest, fattest and naturally sweet crab I’ve ever had. You are served in a private room and each course has carefully been prepared so that you can basically eat the crab with very minimal peeling. Service was impeccable and although it was a pricey meal, was very reasonable for the experience! Truly sensational and a highlight of Sapporo. Also, parking can be validated in the next door car park so that it is discounted."
Jason
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reservations are highly recommended and should be made several days, or even months, in advance due to high demand.
Yes, the restaurant offers various crab species including king crab, hairy crab, snow crab, and Hanasaki crab.
Lunch sets are generally more affordable than dinner courses, offering good value.
Yes, Hyousetsu No Mon provides private dining rooms, which are ideal for a more intimate and unique experience.
Prices are considered upscale, especially for dinner courses, though lunch sets offer better value.
Yes, credit cards are accepted.
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As Hokkaido is Japan’s second largest island, Sapporo is known as the crab capital of Japan. Being famous for crab, there are a lot of good options throughout the city. That being said, Hyousetsu No Mon has a long history and is one of the best places to eat the famed specialty.
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