Located just a short distance from Nijo Market in Sapporo, "Cafe Dorothy" is a coffee shop along Soseigawa-dori Street that attracts people of all ages and genders. It opened in 2023 as a sister store of "Cafe Kotori," which is popular for its omelet rice. The classical interior has large windows, and the view of the cityscape from the windows makes it an irresistible cozy place.

Yuka Sato, a staff member in charge of cooking and sweets recipes

The name "Dorothy" was inspired by the name of a fictional cat. The interior of the store is dotted with cat figurines and illustrations. This playful atmosphere is fused with the atmosphere of a good old coffee shop, with classical tables, shelves, lampshades, etc. The store is located on the first floor of an office building that has been standing for over 50 years on the east side of the Sosei River, and the age of the building seems to create an even more retro space.

"Mont Blanc Toast" comes with a drink and costs 950 yen. Available until 11:00

Morning service is available from 9:00 to 11:00. A variety of toast menu items are available during limited hours. The bread used is made by Okameya, a famous shop in Hassamu, Nishi Ward. To make the most of the moist and soft texture, the bread is served warm rather than toasted in the oven.

The recommended "Mont Blanc Toast" is a slice of bread topped with a generous amount of diplomat cream, a mixture of custard cream and fresh cream. The light flavor of the eggs and fresh cream goes perfectly with the bread. It is sprinkled with crumbles (finely ground dough made from nuts, etc.), giving it a crispy texture.

"Napolitan" 900 yen

It is a sister store of "Kissa Kotori," which is popular for its omelet rice, but the menu is different. The highlight of "Dorothy" is undoubtedly the Neapolitan. According to the owner, "I wanted to offer it at Kotori, but the taste wasn't satisfactory. I spent a lot of time polishing the recipe."

If you order Neapolitan with a drink or dessert, you will receive a 100 yen discount on each.

The noodles are 2mm thick (1.6 to 1.7mm is more common), boiled and left to sit overnight for a chewy texture. The homemade tomato sauce is thoroughly simmered to concentrate the flavor, and homemade pancetta (salted pork belly) is used instead of sausages or bacon, adding an accent to the condensed meat flavor. The noodles and sauce are stir-fried until sizzling, bringing out a savory aroma. With one bite, the flavors of each ingredient blend exquisitely together, creating a rich flavor that is irresistible.

"Pudding" with plenty of fresh cream, 550 yen

The dessert menu is also popular, with seasonal tarts that change monthly and rich Basque cheesecake. The pudding is particularly appealing. Made with a lot of egg whites and plenty of fresh cream and milk, it is a traditional, hard-baked pudding with beautifully defined edges. With one bite, the firm texture, addictive bitter caramel sauce, and rich milk aroma fill your mouth. Its light sweetness makes it an excellent match with coffee.

In spring, you can also see rows of cherry blossom trees.

Dorothy was created with the aim of being a "pure coffee shop" rather than a "retro coffee shop." The owner's desire to create an atmosphere that is welcoming to everyone is what he wanted to do here, "what he wasn't able to accomplish at Cafe Kotori."

A custom-made table reminiscent of an old-fashioned coffee shop. The atmosphere is comparable to that of the original.

The lunch menu is full of intriguing dishes, such as the "Coffee Shop Mackerel Set Meal" (1,150 yen), which is limited to 10 meals per day, "Curry Doria" (1,030 yen), and "Butter Chicken Curry" (950 yen). It is popular with a wide range of customers, from office workers on their break to young women. You can drop in on a whim, or make the most of your lunchtime. The charm of "Dorothy" is that you can enjoy it in each of these ways.

*All prices include tax