5 Best Gyudon (beef Rice bowl) Spots in Sapporo with Amazing Value! Places Where You Can Enjoy a Luxurious Feel for Less

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Teishoku no Mise Gyutaro is a casual eatery located about a 10-minute walk from Kita-18-jo Station, on one corner of Kita 20-jo-dori. It offers a wide menu lineup including set meals and Rice bowls, and the big portions are one of its main draws.

The rice is said to be served piled high in a bowl. There are counter and table seats, and the place gets busy with locals and students around lunchtime.

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The classic “gyudon (beef Rice bowl)” is a simple bowl topped with beef, onions, and chopped nori (seaweed). The slightly sweet seasoning soaks in well, making it a flavor that goes perfectly with rice.

It is also recommended to enjoy changing up the flavor, such as adding beni shoga (pickled red ginger) for a refreshing touch or an extra egg for more richness.

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The "Katsu Curry set meal" is also one of the popular menu items. This filling plate features curry rice that looks like it might spill off the dish, topped with juicy tonkatsu (pork cutlet).

It comes as a set with a small side dish, salad, and miso soup, and people say its high level of Manzoku is part of the appeal.

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The "Gyu-suki Rice bowl" in the photo is a sukiyaki-style bowl made with beef along with burdock root, onion, and konnyaku (yam cake). They pay close attention to the balance of fat in the beef and the thickness of each slice, adjusting how well it mixes with the sauce.

The toppings are seasoned just right, and they pair perfectly with the rice.

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The classic "oyako-don (chicken and egg Rice bowl)" is also a must-try menu item. It uses Special selected chicken and eggs, finished with a secret sauce.

Each bowl is carefully cooked one at a time in a small pot, so you can enjoy the soft texture of the eggs. Adding some sansho (Japanese pepper) from the table is also recommended to sharpen the flavor.

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Nadai Gyumeshi Sapporo Keibajo Ten is a diner in the food court of Sapporo Racecourse, about 5 minutes by car from Soen Station. It is loved as the soul food of Sapporo Racecourse.

There is often a line soon after it opens, and some fans visit just for this taste.

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The popular signature menu item, "Nadai Gyumeshi," is a simple bowl of beef and onions seasoned with a sweet and savory flavor. The thick cut onions are simmered until meltingly soft and blend well with the rich taste of the beef.

Those in the know like to top it with an egg for a milder taste.

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The "Horumon stew" is another dish you should not miss. It features tender stewed motsu (offal) and konnyaku (firm yam cake), finished with a rich miso-based seasoning.

It is typically topped with plenty of green onion, and it goes perfectly with beer. The "Horumon Rice bowl" is also recommended.

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Matsuya Sapporo Ekimae-dori Ten is a nationwide gyudon (beef bowl) chain located close to Odori Station along Sapporo Ekimae-dori. The menu has a wide range of options, including Rice bowls, set meals, and curry, and depending on the time of day, they also offer good value set deals.

It has both counter and table seating, which makes it easy to drop in even on your own.

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The classic “gyumeshi (beef bowl)” gets its signature taste from a special sauce developed to bring out the natural flavor and tenderness of the beef. It is rich yet mellow, with a gentle taste that has no harsh edges.

There is also a wide range of toppings, including green onions, grated daikon radish, cheese, and kimchi, so you can enjoy it however you like.

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The "Sogyo Beef Curry" in the photo is a carefully made plate, with the rich flavor of beef melted into the roux. They apparently use beef for about one-fifth of the entire roux.

The house blend of spices gives it a nice sharp kick, and the deep flavor is said to keep you coming back for more.

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The "Gyudon (beef Rice bowl)" is a bowl of beef and onions slowly simmered in a secret sauce, using beef with a good balance of lean meat and fat.

Simple yet never boring, its flavor has earned a reputation in reviews as something you suddenly find yourself craving. Another draw is the wide variety of toppings, including cheese and grated daikon radish.

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The Hokkaido restaurant limited "Jingisukan (grilled lamb) set meal" is another menu item you should not miss. It comes with thick cut lamb and onions served in a skillet, and you eat it with a sweet and savory soy sauce based tare sauce.

It is said to have few off notes or distinctive flavor, with a taste that goes great with rice.