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Sonorite
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Restaurant information
Details
| Restaurant name |
Sonorite
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|---|---|
| Categories | French, Restaurants |
| Phone number (for reservation and inquiry) |
0267-41-6990 |
| Reservation availability |
Reservations available
Allergy-friendly options available (reservation required in advance) |
| Address |
長野県北佐久郡軽井沢町軽井沢491-5 |
| Transportation |
From the north exit of Shinano Railway "Karuizawa" Station, walk 15-20 minutes towards Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza 1,178 meters from Karuizawa. |
| Business hours |
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| Average price |
JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 |
| Average price（Based on reviews） |
JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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| Payment methods |
Credit card accepted （VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners） Electronic money not accepted |
| Service charge & fee |
Service charge 10% Original text サービス料10％ This section has been automatically translated. Please check with the restaurant for accurate information. |
Seats/facilities
| Number of seats |
74 seats |
|---|---|
| Private rooms |
Available For 2 people, For 4 people, For 6 people *Semi-private rooms available (soundproof doors available) |
| Private use |
Unavailable |
| Non-smoking/smoking |
Non smoking |
| Parking |
Available There is a paid parking lot nearby as well as the hotel parking lot. |
| Space/facilities |
Stylish space, Relaxing space, Sofa seating, Free Wi-Fi available, Wheelchair accessible |
Menu
| Drink |
Sake (Nihonshu), Shochu (Japanese spirits), Wine, Cocktails available, Particular about wine |
|---|---|
| Food |
Breakfast available |
Feature - Related information
| Occasion |
This occasion is recommended by many people. |
|---|---|
| Location |
Beautiful view, Hotel restaurant, Hideout |
| Service |
Parties over 2.5 hours, Celebrations and surprises, BYO drinks, Sommelier available |
| Family friendly |
Children welcome(Babies welcome, Preschoolers welcome, School-age children welcome), Kids menu available, Strollers welcome
Children's courses are available. Please contact restaurant for details. |
| Website | |
| The opening day |
2018.4.19 |
| Restaurant highlights |
A French Restaurant in Old Karuizawa Captivated by the Harmony of Ingredients
Nestled in the lush greenery of KYUKARUIZAWA KIKYO, Curio Collection by Hilton, you'll find the French restaurant SONORITE. Here, you can enjoy a beautifully crafted course meal that flows seamlessly from prologue to epilogue. True to its name, which means "resonance" in French, the skilled chef masterfully harmonizes the ingredients, creating exquisite dishes that are a true delight. |
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Located in the heart of Kyu-Karuizawa, "Kyukaruizawa Kikyo, Curio Collection by Hilton" features its main dining restaurant, "Sonorite."
This small luxury hotel has about 50 rooms, yet the dining area is surprisingly spacious. The space at the back of the lobby floor seamlessly connects a casual lounge and dining area.
We started with an amuse-bouche of bean tart and crispy carrot sandwich. The beans had a surprisingly strong bean flavor, providing a crunchy and delightful texture. The carrots were also rich in flavor, showcasing the beauty of local ingredients.
Next was the "Sato-san's Prosciutto" from Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture. Served in thick slices, it was quite satisfying. It's heartwarming to hear that the motivation for Sato-san, a grape farmer, to start making prosciutto was simply to enjoy delicious prosciutto every day.
We also enjoyed a vegetable gariguette, artfully presented with a variety of seasonal local vegetables. Each vegetable had a distinct flavor, making it incredibly delicious.
The Tenryu sweetfish served with romesco sauce was beautifully plated and well-prepared, making it a delightful dish during a season when sweetfish tends to become repetitive in dining out. Honestly, I don’t need any more salt-grilled sweetfish after this.
The homemade brioche was luxurious, decadently rich with butter.
Then came the Shinano Yukimasu and clams. It's fascinating to see such white fish among the masu varieties. There are so many ingredients I still don’t know about. The clam's punchy umami provided a perfect accent.
For the main dish, we had the Mine-mura beef, a prized brand from Nagano. Simple charcoal grilling brought out its true flavor—rich, not overly fatty, and showcasing the high-quality beef’s umami.
To finish, there was the Meloso, a Spanish-style rice dish, featuring a generous amount of local mushrooms and brand chicken "Sanada Maru," making it hearty and fulfilling.
The dessert was a cassis mousse and its sauce. The rich aroma and flavor of the cassis were knockout. If someone only knows cassis from a sweet cocktail, they will be astonished at this flavor.
The second dessert was a rhubarb and rose crepe. Just like the dessert at "Yasaka," the effort to serve freshly made dishes until the very end is heartwarming. The rose aroma was chic and distinctly different from the crepes you'd find on Takeshita Street.
The complimentary tea sweets were thoughtfully prepared, which was a nice touch. We finished off with herb tea, and it was a great meal.
This entire course, including tax and service charge, costs JPY 21,753. Given the exquisite dining experience at a top-class hotel in a popular tourist area, the pricing is very reasonable. The quality is far superior to many overpriced urban French restaurants. Plus, after finishing the meal, you can dive straight into the large public bath and then into bed. Families are welcome as well (with elegance in mind), making it a wonderful option for an exquisite summer vacation with your loved ones.
■For a blog post with photos, click here→ https://www.takemachelin.com/2023/07/sonorite.html