Intimate setting. Fine food and incredibly hospitable staff. First time experiencing HotPot dining. Staff was fun and helpful. Food was genuine and satisfying. We will stop in here each time I'm in the area. read more

Tonkatsu broth was delicious! My friends and I came here after our trip to Coachella and we had the best service! We were all very exhausted but they brought back life into our bodies while we were there. We sang karaoke and they even gave us cake to celebrate my cousins' three year wedding anniversary! It was very nice of them and the cheesecake was delicious! read more

Meokja Shabu Shabu - Tonkatsu and sukiyaki broth with premium beef belly - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Bernardino, California

We decided to try this place out because our usual spot was closed, and we were honestly impressed. The broth was rich, flavorful, and had a strong depth of flavor without being overpowering. The meat was fresh, thick, and generously sliced, which made everything taste even better. The sauces were also really good and packed with flavor, especially the house garlic sauce -- super unique, strong, and delicious. Service was fast, friendly, and attentive the whole time. Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely be coming back again read more

Tried Meokja Shabu through DoorDash and honestly, I have mixed feelings about it. I probably need to give it another try dining in before I can fully commit to a final rating. When the order first arrived, everything came packed in one container and for a second I genuinely thought DoorDash dropped off the wrong order. The presentation looked different from the photos online, and it felt like some ingredients shown in the pictures were missing from the actual meal. Honestly, I missed out by not taking a picture of the to-go container because it definitely caught me off guard at first. I ordered the beef hotpot with miso broth, while my wife got the pork belly hotpot with sukiyaki broth at mild spice level. My miso broth was okay, but nothing that really stood out flavor-wise. My wife's broth, on the other hand, was surprisingly spicy for "mild." Definitely more heat than expected. One downside was the veggies and udon noodles got really soggy by the time we ate it, which kind of took away from the overall experience. I think part of it is that I personally prefer AYCE hotpot spots where you can customize your broth more and add extra seafood, meats, sauces, and sides. The broth itself wasn't bad, but I still found myself adding extra garlic and ingredients at home to boost the flavor more to my liking. That said, it honestly wasn't bad. I can still see potential there, especially since hotpot probably hits differently fresh at the restaurant versus delivery. I'd be willing to give them another shot dining in and give another review in the future. read more

Novice to hot pot- tried the following soup bases: Sukiyaki- mild, slightly sweet and savory, good all around when you are looking for neutral flavor. Doenjang- earthy and closer to miso flavor Tom Yum- perfect sweet, sour, and spicy. Flavorful in all the good ways. Provided bowl of veges/small block of tofu and udon noodles at the base of the bowl. Was not aware it was refillable. Burners automatically turn off, ours turned off before done. Meats- ordered large premium beef belly $35.00/plate with about 12 thin slices and small premium rib eye $30.00/plate with about 8 thin slices. No meat/Vege bowl- only veges that may normally come with meal was $20.00 Side came with sesame sauce, ground fresh onions, ground fresh garlic, and a bit of sliced green onions. Ordered Original Crispy Wings $12.00, they forgot about the order and remembered at the end of the meal. Total meal = $138.00 + tip = $159.00 Service- one attendant and another who served food items. Often not visible- in the back. Did come out and attentive when checking in. Ambiance- small, quaint place, not too busy around 4pm. read more

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First time coming here and let me tell you it did not disappoint. It is Japanese Korean food, and even though we were kinda nervous, cause we never had it and we know what to order. They were very helpful. Customer service was on Point. They guide us through everything, and helped us to order the Best of What. They Have Love the atmosphere. You get to cook your table. Trust me you would love to come here. I highly recommend it to come and check them out. read more

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Had the Combination banh mi and matcha coffee. The banh mi were great, the bread was light and the meats were fresh. I never had matcha cofee before , it was strong and I can taste the matcha flavor really well . First time here since they changed the menu . A+ read more

Meokja Shabu Shabu - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Bernardino, California

I wanted to have Korean bbq, buttttt! We found a gem in Redlands. The service was great. The people were very friendly and helpful in suggesting how we should cook our veggies. Also what sauces to mix in order to get the best of our experience. I'm also pretty big on music so that was also another plus! They played really good music. lol I was dancing and singing the whole time I was eating. It was fantastic. I had the pork broth and medium heat. It was the perfect amount of spice! Everything was fresh! The veggies the meat was fantastic. I got the rib eye! Soooo good! We'll definitely be coming again! Thanks guys! read more

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The service was friendly and very accommodating for our party of about 10 ppl. They did have us a waiting awhile, but they were generous to give us a few bottles of Soju and a birthday cheesecake slice for our friend on the house. The food was worth the wait. The ambiance is very social. Small indoor space. Would recommend. Great flavor with my food. * Tom Yum: 4/5 * Meokja Assorted Mushroom and Tofu Platter: 4/5 * Ramen Noodles: 4/5 read more

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Meokja Shabu Shabu is a decent option, especially since there aren't many shabu spots in the area. It's pretty similar to Mokkoji in terms of setup and selection. The ingredients were solid, but the prices felt a bit on the higher side for an a la carte shabu experience. One thing to note is the $15 per person charge if you don't order your own meat or share a meat platter. read more

Meokja Shabu Shabu - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Bernardino, California

Good food, but even better vibes! Servers are super friendly and helpful as well. Shabu is always a go to, but you have to try the crispy pork banh mi. read more

I'm sooo glad mokkoji's was temporily closed because it pushed me to taking a different route and trying this little gem. Good shabu in San Bernardino??? YES ITS A THING. The broth is sooooooo good. I got the tonkotsu and I will say it's probably the best I've ever had. The only thing I don't like is the fact that they fill it up about halfway, like cmon at least 3/4 of the way! Also, the server didn't properly tell us which knob was for which side and my broth evaporated super quickly. Other than that, i love the portions of the meat and my pre schooler approves! I would actually definitely come out this way and have it again. :) read more

Had lunch here today with my daughter, who has been here before and highly recommended it. The restaurant is clean, simply decorated; with table and counter high seating. For my meal, I chose the sukiyaki broth with medium spice level and as the protein opted for the beef belly ($25 for small/10 pieces). It came with a bowl filled with a variety of vegetables (including spinach, bok choy, mushrooms, Napa cabbage & more!), tofu, and noodles. Their house garlic sauce is delicious (and I am not really a garlic fan). Employee was warm, helpful and friendly. He was attentive and checked up on us often. read more

Meokja Shabu Shabu - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Bernardino, California

Food is amazing but Steven 1 and 2 are the best servers. They are amazing with customer services and very attentive. Love me some Steven's and hot pot! read more

This place was amazing! It's not AYCE so if you're hungry be prepared to order a large order of meat. They have good quality options at various prices. They NEED to see their homemade garlic sauce. It's DIVINE - please try it on and in EVERYTHING! I've been twice despite being super far away and in the middle of nowhere. It's worth a trip if you're anywhere close by. You will not be disappointed (please try garlic sauce). Service is slow but friendly. read more

First time trying this and it was pretty good. The ambiance- upon arrival it was so hard to see where the place was at first because there was no sign light up or anything like that so it was pretty dark to really notice where the place was, you would basically have to really look for the name and hope it was that. When you walk inside thought it's bright and small with the bar in the middle and tables to your left. The place was pretty welcoming but I wish that they really thought of the seating arrangement. They have on table that's pretty weird in the front of the pace where it fits 4 people but with only two burners in across one person and there was not burner for the person that was sitting away from everyone . We had to switch tablets to be closer to my party which it was very generous of them to allow us to do so. Service- the service was subpar. They were really nice and helpful since it was our first time trying this location out. We made sure to order what we wanted but there was a moment where they brought out everything we ordered except our drinks . It wasn't busy enough for them to forget something like that from the order. But either then that they were pretty good at making sure we have a good experience . Now time to discuss about the Food!. Now the food was ok , it wasn't the best but it was good for what it's worth. I had something similar to this place called makoji. The meat was some good cuts which we were hoping they have an option to marinate the meat to add extra flavor to the soup. Now the soup two people in my party had the medium miso soup and both said it was not even spicy enough for them. The broth tasted pretty bland for our taste but the thought that you would have to add spicy drops to the soup to make the "Medium" spicy miso to taste spicy is interesting no to me. The lemonade was very refreshing and delicious! Either than that it the food was ok . Thanks for the meal though . We will try it again soon to see if we'll have a better experience . read more

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On walking into the restaurant, you're immediately blasted in the face by the cold air conditioning. Make sure to bring a jacket with you because it's quite chilly. The restaurant was pretty empty for a Thursday evening during dinner (5pm). Our server was prompt and eager to get us started on the menu. Saw they offered a seafood platter which includes lobster tail, but I wasn't too keen on it. There was a slightly off, old seafood smell that was lingering in the dining area. We ordered the regular meat platter, mushroom platter, and got the split hot pot so we could try the sukiyaki broth and the miso broth. Presentation of the food was nice, but I got the sense they are trying to go for a premium experience with cheaper ingredients. Standard cook your own food in the broth. Both were not overly salted and mild flavored. I had a few mushrooms that tasted super bitter which was unfortunate. I've had nicer mushroom platters that were full of delicious variety at Little Sheep or Hai Di Lao. Sadly, the meat is sliced paper thin, making it hard to pick up. Often threw ripped bits and bobs of it into the broth, which after being cooked would be better served in a stir fry. Overall, your this is standard a la cart shabu spot. For $160 plus tax and tip, we left full but unsatisfied by the quality and cost. Pros: They are generous with their veggies and rice. Both are refillable upon request. Cons: Thin meat slices. As my husband's broth got low, they didn't come to refill his side. We did request but they forgot. By the time they remembered we were done with our meal. I hope they can improve the off-seafood smell that lingers in the dining area. read more

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The staff was so helpful, being first time here. They were very helpful and friendly explaining the menu. The food was great and very flavorful, I ordered the tomyum with spice and it was delicious. Great service and music as well. read more

Bad service even though it was dead. The broth was a bit chalky as well. Was also trying to buy more broth to go with my leftovers and they wouldn't accommodate. Edit: The owner responded to me. She must think I am another customer. Her response is "ridiculous" and unprofessional. read more

Thank you for accomodating us for our birthday party! The food and service here is awesome!! I drove 1 hour from Monterey park to eat here and I will make that drive again! Thank you meokja and Cindy for making this night delicious and memorable for our friend's surprise birthday party! read more

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Our group tried this place for the first time and had the best experience after! They were accommodating to our large group and had very efficient service. The have karaoke and brought our cake for our friend's anniversary! Our server was steven and he was the best! read more

So happy I found Meokja! When Mikoji in Riverside closed with no updates, we were seriously bummed, but honestly, this spot is just as good, if not better. The Korean fried chicken appetizers are AMAZING, perfectly crispy, full of flavor, and paired with dipping sauces that are all delicious. I also really appreciate the variety on the menu, which makes it easy when you're dining with picky kids. Safe to say... we can forget about Mikoji now Meokja has officially become our new go-to! read more

Brand new shabu spot in the san bernardino area. really great service and fair pricing. they were able to accommodate our party of 20 very easily. i got a medium wagyu brisket and they do all you can eat rice and veggies. it was one of our party's wedding anniversary and they went out of their way to give us cake to celebrate. would definitely come back when im in the area. read more

Amazing Hot Pot! Had the Veggie Bowl with Tom Yum Broth. Unlimited Veggies and great service! Peter and Nathan are good guys and know how to take care of their customers. Will definitely return. read more

Pros: - 10/10 - Very friendly service! - Good flavor - Vegetarian options - Plenty of seating - Easy parking Tip: The restaurant can be pretty cold bc of the venting situation, so bring a jacket. But you're there to eat soup, so it all works out ;) read more

Great Shabu Shabu spot, especially for being in San Bernardino! The owner is super nice and took the time to explain the menu to my friends since it was their first time trying hotpot. The broth options were fantastic--ranging from miso to mala, tom yum, tonkatsu, and more. The meat quality was solid, portion sizes were good, and the unlimited veggies made it an even better deal. There are both Bar top and table seating! The house garlic sauce was super tasty! If you're in the area and craving hotpot, definitely check this place out! read more

Absolutely love this place! Super clean, high quality food, owner is so sweet and very accommodating! Service is great, we come here all the time... 10/10 read more

Drove 20mins to this spot on Saturday night around 7:30pm excited to try it out, only to be told they were "fully booked out." No waitlist offered, no estimate. If you're going to turn people away, at least communicate it clearly on your website or phone line. read more

Jonathan is the man, had the tonkatsu and the Tom Yum. Very good first experience with Shabu Shabu

Amazing food and service! We stopped by with a big group and they were able to accommodate for us with all of the counter top seating. The meats were high quality and loved the fact that it was unlimited vegetables. Would definitely recommend read more

We had a great meal here. The veggies and meat were of high quality. We got a medium and a small order of beef and it was enough for the two of us. The tonkotsu broth had a nice taste and you could tell everything was prepared fresh. It isn't AYCE but we found that we had enough to eat with all the veggies, we also ordered an appetizer of dumplings too. The waiter came around frequently to check on us and we were given a pitcher of ice water to refill our glasses frequently. We showed up on a Saturday and were seated and served quickly. The restaurant is very clean. An enjoyable experience overall. read more

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Delicious !!! I can't wait to go back. So glad there are more shabu places coming to San Bernardino! They have about 4 kinds of soup bases and about 3 or 4 kinds of sizes for meat. Different meat choices as well and cuts of beef. They have their own vegetables that are complementary. They also have rice complementary which I LOVE! Rice Is life for me so to have that option is great. Small place similar to other shabu places ive been too. great service!! read more

I the premium beef belly and sukiyaki ! The food tasted yummy and the service was great. Our food came out fast and they were very attentive to our group. We will be coming back when we're in Riverside! read more

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I'm so happy that the Inland Empire has quality shabu shabu! The staff here are super friendly and you can really Cindy (the owner) really put her heart into creating an awesome food experience. The food is fresh, the vibes are great, and it's clear they care about their customers. If it's your first time here, I highly recommend getting the Meat Lovers Platter because you cannot go wrong, all their cuts are great with excellent flavor. If you're a veggie fan, like me, they give you refills on the entire veggie bowl, which includes tofu and kabocha squash (my faves)... unheard of. I love bringing my friends and family here because they all have loved it, and we leave with full bellies and happy hearts. This better-than-OC shabu shabu spot is worth it. read more

Meokja Shabu Shabu - Sake flight - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Bernardino, California

Great hot pot location soo close by! Food: cool selection of meats and a good selection of soup bases to choose from. I really liked the spicy miso with 2 drops of spice. The sauces were both in point with the options to put in additional garlic, daikon and green onions. They also had a good selection of drinks including a sake flight. It will be cool once they put it on their official menu too! Service: went at around 1pm on a Thursday so not crowded with great service Overall: great local spot to hit that craving for hot pot. Will def go back now that the weather is getting colder! read more

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This place is great! We went during their soft opening so they did not have enough staff, but they were more than kind to us, still! The staff is wonderful at explaining how the menu works and what items are free to refill. I especially enjoyed my tonkatsu broth especially when I was given such amazing sauces to dip my meat in! read more

Meokja Shabu Shabu - Delicious tonkatsu broth! The far left is mild and the far right is medium. The mild is a perfect spice! - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Bernardino, California

LOOOOOVE the vibes of the staff!! You guys are amazing Thank you for being so accommodating and welcoming for us for New Year's Eve !! read more

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The food was amazing and the service was exceptional. Ordered the meat lovers platter and it was perfect. So good. read more

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Absolutely wonderful Shabu and in the IE!!! If you've been looking for your "fix" and "go to" Shabu, don't look any further. I've been out here from OC for 4 years and this is only the second place I've found worth trying......and it WINS!! If you're within an hour of here and miss your OC Shabu restaurants PLEASE give this a shot. Food, service, options (ahhhh, the Garlic sauce......get me a straw and I'd eat it straight!). And wonderful staff. I felt like I was hanging out with a friend. Please get here!!!! read more

Meokja Shabu Shabu - Fully loaded!!!! - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Bernardino, California

Fantastic food and service! The meats were top-notch, and I really appreciated the unlimited vegetables. I would absolutely recommend this spot. read more