Established in 1934 as Hokkaido's first authentic Western-style hotel, the Sapporo Grand Hotel has earned the nickname "the Guest House of the North." The culinary expertise in Western cuisine, refined throughout its storied history, is passed down to every dish served in its restaurants. This time, we'll introduce you to the cuisine, atmosphere, and limited-time collaboration sweets at the Northern Terrace Diner, famous for its lunch buffet.

The spacious and open interior of Northern Terrace Diner. Total of 191 seats.

Located in the heart of Sapporo, the Sapporo Grand Hotel opened as Hokkaido's first authentic Western-style hotel. With its restaurants and bakery, it's a place where not only hotel guests but also many locals can casually visit. Especially popular is the lunch buffet at the Northern Terrace Diner on the hotel's first floor.

Currently (January - February 28, 2026), a French Fair is being held.

The spacious and serene Northern Terrace Diner is surrounded by an L-shaped open kitchen, where about 40 different dishes are displayed. The theme of the cuisine changes approximately every two months, offering an appealing seasonal lineup. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, an all-you-can-eat roast beef is also available. Additionally, you can order à la carte dishes that the hotel prides itself on, such as Kuroge Wagyu steak and beef stew.

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The limited-time collaboration sweet with Snow Miku, "Snow Miku Snow Dome." ¥1,800, or ¥700 for takeout.

The restaurant offers a variety of sweets, but the one to watch this winter is the "Snow Miku Snow Dome," a collaboration between the Hokkaido-supporting character "Snow Miku" and the culinary craftsmanship of the Grand Hotel. It's a dish that combines a white chocolate and French cream cheese mousse with a "Galette Bretonne," a traditional thick-baked cookie from the Brittany region of France.

The crispy and crumbly texture of the Galette Bretonne and the smooth feel of the mousse are a perfect match, filling your mouth with a gentle sweetness.

"We thoroughly considered not just the taste, but also the balance of texture and appearance," says Chef Takada, who created the recipe.

The collaboration sweet comes with a coaster (7 types in total, given randomly *with a payment of ¥1,000 or more) and a pick featuring an illustration of Snow Miku (2024 costume design). Takeout is also available. Be sure to savor this "delicious collaboration" crafted by a historic hotel.