Here's something you might not know about us Hokkaido locals. We don't actually go out for jingisukan (grilled lamb and mutton) that often.
Most of us grew up eating it at home. We've got those dome-shaped jingisukan grills, we buy our sauce from the supermarket, and we cook it ourselves. That's how we do it.
But when I do fancy going out for jingisukan in Sapporo, Musubitei is one of my favourites.
Unlike those touristy jingisukan restaurants with ridiculously long menus (seriously, fuck those places), Musubitei keeps things simple. Just two types of meat with some veggies. No unnecessary fuss, just good jingisukan.
It gets properly smoky in here, and I highly recommend chucking plenty of garlic into your dipping sauce. Just don't plan on kissing anyone afterwards. You've been warned.
One thing worth mentioning: the restaurant is upstairs, and the staircase is pretty steep. Not ideal if you're visiting with small children or anyone with mobility issues.
The lovely couple who run the place are another reason I like it. They're genuinely welcoming, although the husband seems to prefer a quieter atmosphere, so maybe keep the shouting and drunken nonsense to a minimum.
If you're after a more local jingisukan experience in Sapporo rather than another tourist trap, Musubitei is well worth a visit.