Tabelog ratingTeuchi Soba no Taguto (手打蕎麦のたぐと) is a highly regarded destination for soba lovers in Sapporo, distinguished by its dedication to freshness. The specialty here is fine, white sarashina soba, meticulously hand-cut and, in a signature move, served in two separate portions. This ensures that the second half of your meal is just as freshly boiled and perfectly textured as the first.
Reviewers consistently praise the noodles' intense chew and smooth feel (known as koshi). The kitchen's careful handling of seasonal ingredients also wins acclaim, particularly the kamo seiro (duck and leek dipping soba) and preparations featuring donja, a local seaweed. The tempura is another highlight, described as exceptionally light and crisp, with generous portions of prawn (ebi) and squid. A popular side dish is the simple yet flavorful fried burdock root (suage gobo).
While the food receives near-universal praise, visitors should be aware of some house rules and practicalities. The restaurant enforces a strict no-fragrance policy, and some guests have reported being checked by staff for perfumes or scented products and found the approach heavy-handed. Long queues are common, and the restaurant often sells out and closes early. A few first-time visitors have also found the ordering system, which involves wall-mounted menus and a ticketing system, a bit confusing.
Lunch typically costs between ¥1,000 and ¥1,999. Reviewers recently paid around ¥990 for a basic seiro soba, ¥2,200 for the ebi-ten seiro (soba with prawn tempura), and up to ¥2,920 for special seasonal dishes. Most agree the quality justifies the price and the journey to this residential neighborhood spot.
- Getting There: Teuchi Soba no Taguto is about a 10-minute walk from Hassamu Minami Station on the Tozai subway line.
- Booking: Reservations are not accepted. Arrive early, sign in using the numbered ticket system, and expect to wait.
- Fragrance Policy: The restaurant has a strict policy against perfumes, scented lotions, and strong fabric softeners. Staff may check and can refuse entry to patrons wearing scents.
- Payment: Credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex, Diners), electronic money (transportation IC cards, iD, QUICPay), and QR code payments are all accepted.
- Seating: There are 23 seats, including counter spots, tables, and a raised tatami area.
- Children: Children are welcome.
- Parking: 15 parking spaces are available (3 for small cars in front, 12 behind the restaurant).
- Smoking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking.
