When you visit Hokkaido for leisure, work, or to visit family, enjoying the local cuisine is definitely a major highlight!

As evidenced by the popularity of Shake Shack, a New York-based brand that has become a hot topic with long lines in Japan, "gourmet burgers" are currently in vogue.

So, this time, I'd like to introduce some carefully selected, incredibly delicious gourmet burgers in Sapporo and within day-trip distance that you absolutely shouldn't leave without trying!

Table of contents
1. ALLEYS NEW YORK Sapporo Kita-Ichijo Store (Sapporo City)
2 Haidun (Toyako Town)
3. JoJo's Cafe & Bar (Kutchan Town)
4. Patty Daddy Burger (Kutchan Town)
Final thoughts

1. ALLEYS NEW YORK Sapporo Kita-Ichijo Store (Sapporo City)

...That big 10cm square size is no joke!
A gourmet burger that lives up to its name, offering 100% satisfaction with its satisfying taste!

ALLEYS NEW YORK, whose catchphrase is "7 days holidays," serves incredibly delicious burgers that make full use of the thorough research the staff conducted by actually eating their way around New York. While the base is authentic New York style, the Sapporo Kita-Ichijo store offers luxurious gourmet burgers that are distinctly "Hokkaido-style," using Tokachi beef from Hokkaido.

I've tried it myself! This is the absolute best burger I recommend!!
ALLEYS Burger (with crispy French fries and pickles)

~Lake Toya Area~

2. Hydune (Toyako Town)

...The buns and patties are grilled on a griddle right there on the spot. That dedication is reflected in the taste!
The perfect, straightforward, and classic American gourmet burger!

This gourmet burger shop is located in a quiet corner of the Toyako Onsen hot spring resort area. The two incredibly cheerful owners prepare huge gourmet burgers in their open kitchen, using additive-free buns, and it's a real treat!
By the way, the french fries made with ingredients from nearby farms are also absolutely delicious.

Writer's personal taste test! This is the recommended, absolutely delicious burger!!
Burger set

~Niseko area~

3. JoJo's Cafe & Bar (Kutchan Town)

...The richness of the bacon and egg, the crispness and chewiness of the bun, the juicy patty
A perfectly balanced gourmet burger!

This cafe and bar offers a spectacular view of the magnificent and beautiful Mount Yotei from the front.

JoJo's proud gourmet burgers are American-sized and incredibly impressive!

The colors are beautiful to look at, and of course, it tastes delicious, as it uses 100% Hokkaido beef!

It's a perfect 100 points!

I've tried it myself! This is the absolute best burger I recommend!!
JOJO'S Original Burger Set

4. Patty Daddy Burger (Kutchan Town)

...It's no wonder that this place is thriving in the Niseko area, which is overflowing with foreigners.
This gourmet burger is truly packed with Western flair. Its wild and junk-food-like appeal is irresistible!

Located in the international Niseko-Kutchan area, home to many foreigners, this burger shop is popular with both locals and tourists alike, offering an authentic American diner-style experience.

Our homemade patties, made with 100% premium beef, are thick and generously portioned! The juicy meat juices that drip down are absolutely delicious♪

Furthermore, the French fries made with locally sourced ingredients from Kutchan are a must-try.

Writer's personal taste test! This is the recommended, absolutely delicious burger!!
Bacon & Egg Burger

*The "California" burger in the top image is also highly recommended, with its avocado and sour cream creating an exquisite combination with the meat!

Final thoughts

So, what did you think of our feature on gourmet burgers?

These oversized gourmet burgers are said to have originated in America, and in their home country, popular chains include "UMAMI BURGER" and "In-N-Out Burger." I've heard that the main reason for their popularity is the "deliciousness of the ingredients."

The gourmet burgers we've introduced here are all exceptional, rivaling even the best ones in their country of origin, and each one is made with an extraordinary attention to ingredients.

If you ever have the chance to visit the Sapporo, Niseko, or Lake Toya area, I highly recommend you stop by and try it for yourself!
This selection features shops that the writer genuinely believes in.

I highly recommend trying all the amazing burgers I've introduced today.

*Photos, menus, and contents are as of the time of publication.
For the latest information and pricing, please contact each store directly.

Interview, writing, and photography: Maverick

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