Tabelog ratingGRIS (グリス) is a small, stylish restaurant in Sapporo run by a chef couple, offering a unique omakase experience that reinterprets Chinese cuisine using seasonal Hokkaido produce. The focus is on vegetables and delicate flavours, presented as a series of creative small plates. The intimate, quiet dining room on the fourth floor of an older building has a personal, curated feel that complements the thoughtful cooking.
Guests consistently praise the refined execution of dishes that blend Chinese technique with Japanese seasonality. Standouts often include the house-made shumai and spring rolls, a platter of seasonal Hokkaido vegetables, and a delicate pistachio pudding for dessert. The experience is built around a tasting course, which reviewers in 2024–2026 reported costing around ¥6,600–¥6,800. An extra portion of shumai was quoted at about ¥770. With a few drinks from the well-regarded natural wine and sake list, most diners spend between ¥10,000 and ¥14,999 for dinner.
Diners should note that the flavour profile is intentionally gentle and low-salt, which may not suit those expecting the bold, punchy flavours of Cantonese cooking. Some reviewers also found the portions light. As the restaurant is run by a small team, service can be unhurried, particularly when busy. For those who appreciate creative, high-quality small plates and curated wine pairings, GRIS offers excellent value.
- Booking: Reservations are required as the restaurant serves a set course menu.
- Getting There: Located on the 4th floor of a building in Sapporo, a short walk from the Nishi-Hatchome tram stop. The entrance is via a staircase and can be easy to miss.
- Payment: Credit cards (VISA, Master, AMEX) and PayPay are accepted. Electronic money is not accepted.
- Seating: The restaurant has 16 seats. There are no private rooms.
- Children: Children are welcome.
- Smoking & Parking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking. Parking is not available.
- Language: International visitors are welcome, but patience may be helpful for detailed explanations of the menu in English.
