Tabelog ratingSemina (セミーナ) offers an Italian dining experience that is deeply rooted in its Sapporo location, with a focus on prix-fixe menus that celebrate the finest seasonal ingredients from across Hokkaido. The cooking is produce-forward and creative, earning consistent praise from diners.
Guests repeatedly highlight several standout dishes: a warm, made-to-order mozzarella served with prosciutto, a sweet cold soup made from local 'Yuni' corn, and luxurious pastas like the cold sea urchin (uni) pasta or a rich squid ink risotto. The house-made focaccia and classic desserts like tiramisu and affogato are also frequently mentioned. Many reviewers find the multi-course meals offer excellent value, with typical dinner spending around ¥8,000–¥9,999. Recent guests paid ¥6,600 for the standard course and around ¥8,500–¥8,800 for the larger degustation menu. Note that premium options, such as an extra portion of fresh mozzarella (around +¥800) or special uni pasta (around +¥3,300), can increase the final bill.
The restaurant is run by a single chef, which contributes to a measured, sometimes slow, pace; dinners often last between two and three hours. While the vast majority of reviews are positive, a small number of diners have noted occasional inconsistencies, such as an over-salted dish or a chewy steak.
- Booking: Reservations are strongly recommended as the 20-seat dining room fills up quickly.
- Getting There: The restaurant is a 3-minute walk from the Nishi 8-chome streetcar stop and a 5-minute walk from Nishi 11-chome subway station.
- Payment: Credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners, UnionPay), electronic money (transportation IC cards, iD, QUICPay), and QR code payments are accepted. A cover charge of ¥600 per person applies, which includes bread.
- Children: Children of all ages are welcome. Strollers are permitted, and a kids' menu is available.
- Language: The menu is primarily in Japanese. Staff are helpful, but a translation app is recommended for non-Japanese speakers.
- Practicalities: There is no dress code. The restaurant is non-smoking, with a designated smoking area outside.
