meli melo

Meli Melo, a French restaurant in Sapporo, Hokkaido, offers an exceptional omakase experience that celebrates Hokkaido's four seasons. Since its opening in April 2013 and relocation in 2015, it has been recognized as a Tabelog French Hyakumeiten (2023 & 2025) and holds a Michelin 1-star rating. Chef Taisuke Sato, trained at a 3-star Parisian restaurant, presides over a unique 6-seat counter-only setting, fostering direct interaction with guests. The menu showcases a thoughtful selection of Hokkaido's seasonal bounty, exquisite fish from Kyoto, and premium Hokkaido lamb and wagyu. Dishes are innovative, beautifully presented, and free-thinking, emphasizing the natural qualities of ingredients. The atmosphere is sophisticated and intimate, with no private rooms, but offers drink pairings, including non-alcoholic options, making it perfect for dates and a truly memorable culinary journey.