Doccarini, a restaurant where you can enjoy everything from fresh pasta Italian cuisine to Japanese set meals, has opened in Sapporo's Chuo Ward! Doccarini is a restaurant that is currently attracting attention in Sapporo, born from the merger of Dodo Cafe, which is popular for its handmade pasta, and Yunon, which is popular for its Japanese set meals.

Its retro appearance is particularly eye-catching. There is a parking lot (for 4 cars) on the right side of the front of the building.

This Italian and Japanese restaurant was renovated from a former seed store built in 1930. The restaurant's deep history is evident throughout, creating a relaxing and comfortable space. Until now, it was operating under the name "Yunon," but on April 12th of this year, it merged with the Italian restaurant "DoDo Cafe," which was located in Minami 15-jo, and was renovated as "Doccarini," combining the charms of the two stores.

"Furano Wagyu Beef Cheek Meat in Red Wine Sauce" 1,800 yen (with salad and soup during lunchtime)

Their proud fresh pasta is handmade tagliatelle made from a blend of Hokkaido wheat flour and semolina flour. The flat noodles are perfect for mixing with the rich sauce, and have a chewy texture. The most popular dish is Furano Wagyu Cheek Meat in Red Wine Sauce. The cheek meat is so tender it melts in your mouth, and the acidity of the fresh tomatoes whets your appetite even more. The sauce is packed with the sweetness of onions and other vegetables, and with each bite, the delicious flavor of the ingredients fills your mouth, making it irresistible.

"Brown rice gorgonzola cream risotto" 1,400 yen (with salad and soup during lunch time)

Isn't it unusual to have risotto made with brown rice? This dish uses brown rice grown using special farming methods in Uryu Town, Sorachi Prefecture. The surface is seared over a burner before being served, allowing you to enjoy the unique aroma of brown rice and the rich flavor of gorgonzola.

Naturally farmed brown rice lunch "one soup and three side dishes" 1,400 yen (plus 100 yen for extra rice)

Doccarini also continues to serve the popular daily "one soup and three side dishes" set meal from Yunon. The set includes brown rice mixed with beans, a side dish made with plenty of home-grown, pesticide-free vegetables, and miso soup made with homemade miso. As many ingredients as possible are homemade, it's perfect for health-conscious people.

"Warm Zenzai made with organic red beans" 600 yen (small size 400 yen)

A popular Japanese-style dessert is "zenzai," made by carefully simmering home-grown red beans without crushing them. The beans are firm, making this a satisfying dish. It's not too sweet, but you can really taste the natural flavor of the red beans. You won't want to leave a single grain behind!

"Catalana" 600 yen. Add a drink for an additional 400 yen

The recommended Western-style dessert is "Catalana." Smooth custard topped with crispy, fragrant caramel. The rich flavor of eggs and fresh cream fills your mouth. Be sure to have it with coffee.

There is a sales space for miscellaneous goods and vegetables in the store.

The interior of the restaurant, which is nearly 100 years old, is spacious and decorated in chic colors. It can be used for a variety of occasions, including table seating, terrace seating by the windows, and a spacious raised area that was originally a residential space. It seems like a great place to bring your children for a gathering.

There are toys for children to enjoy on the raised tatami seats.

Asuka, the owner of the restaurant, offers a wide variety of dishes with the aim of using locally produced ingredients.

The owner of "DoDo Cafe", Tomohiro Asuka, has been a chef for over 20 years. He has honed his skills in a variety of genres, from ramen to Japanese and Western cuisine. Since his late 20s, he has been active in Italian cuisine, and "Doccarini" is the culmination of that. In addition to the Italian food he has been serving, Asuka now also prepares Japanese cuisine. "It's really hard work," he says with a laugh. However, he is enthusiastic to actively create seasonal and new menu items in the future. Dinner service is available every Thursday through Saturday. We also recommend using it as a casual bar.