Okonomiyaki Shubou Miyachan ( Japanese notation : お好み焼酒房 宮ちゃん )
- Assy, based in Sapporo
- Mar 13
- 2 min read
Do you know about Okonomiyaki?
The name "Okonomiyaki" comes from the Japanese words meaning "grill what you like." As the name suggests, there are many different types of Okonomiyaki, depending on the ingredients used.
The basic batter is made by mixing flour, eggs, yam, and cabbage. To this, various ingredients such as pork, seafood, cheese, or mochi can be added before being grilled to perfection on a hot iron plate.
To finish, it is topped with a rich and savory sauce, Japanese mayonnaise, dried bonito flakes, and seaweed powder, creating a flavorful and delicious Japanese soul food. It also pairs perfectly with beer! 🍻
Osaka and Hiroshima are famous for their Okonomiyaki, but you can also enjoy delicious Okonomiyaki in Sapporo!
One of my top recommendations in Sapporo is this particular Okonomiyaki restaurant. The owner trained in Osaka, the home of authentic Okonomiyaki, and serves incredibly flavorful dishes.
However... while the Okonomiyaki here is, of course, amazing, I’d like to introduce you to something special that I always order alongside it—Omu-soba!
"Omu-soba" is a popular dish often served at Okonomiyaki restaurants. It consists of perfectly stir-fried yakisoba noodles, wrapped in a fluffy omelet, and topped with a special savory sauce and Japanese mayonnaise. This dish is a hearty, satisfying combination with a rich, flavorful taste.
The yakisoba noodles are generously coated in a uniquely sweet and savory Japanese sauce, giving them a deep umami flavor. To finish, mayonnaise, seaweed powder, and bonito flakes are added, enhancing the dish with a perfect balance of sweetness, richness, and umami. And of course, it pairs perfectly with beer! 🍻
At most Okonomiyaki restaurants, you often cook the food yourself on a tabletop iron griddle. However, at this restaurant, the Okonomiyaki and Omu-soba are served fully cooked and ready to eat. So, if you were hoping to cook it yourself, that’s not an option here. Personally, I prefer this style—having it perfectly cooked and served to me is much more convenient!
Note: The "Miya-chan Salad" in the photo is a fresh green salad made with locally sourced vegetables from Hokkaido. What makes this dish truly special is the original carrot dressing, which is made in-house and highly recommended for its delicious flavor.
However, one unique aspect of this salad is that it contains a generous amount of boiled octopus legs—something quite unusual for a typical salad. As a Japanese person, I’ve been eating octopus since childhood, but I understand that many foreigners may find it unfamiliar or even unappealing. If you’re not a fan of octopus, please be aware before ordering!
This restaurant is located near Hokkaido Shrine, which I introduced in a separate article.
On Saturdays and Sundays, they also serve lunch, making it a perfect spot to take a break (or enjoy a snack) before or after your visit to the shrine!
Shop's official website (Since the official site was not found, this is the Tabelog page)
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