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    Mo Mo Paradise

    4.5 (182 reviews)
    PriceyHot Pot, Japanese, Soup
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Ashley T.

    Mo Mo Paradise is our new favorite hot pot spot! We tried the Wagyu Experience, and the quality of the meat was incredible tender, flavorful, and beautifully marbled. The broths, fresh vegetables, and attentive service made the whole experience even better. If you're a wagyu or hot pot fan, this place is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back!

    Brigitte M.

    Good, but Wagyu tier is overpriced. I had been to the Rowland location, but not this one, so friends and I came by. Server was nice, and we got the Wagyu option, which was $54 for 3 options of unlimited Wagyu. Their veggie bar was missing some common veggies, like spinach, and options in general was more limited than I remember. Included curry is good, but it's hard to justify this price point when there are other places with similar quality for less $. Everything was good and fresh, and the place was clean, but again, hard to justify the price to options. Their complimentary ice cream is most likely thrifties, which we love.

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    Vince P.

    Mo Mo Paradise is now in Irvine and is a great option for a quality AYCE shabu meal. This spot is located in the same plaza as 99 Ranch where there is a solid amount of parking spots. Inside, they have a modern interior with a good amount of seating. Wifey and I stopped by for dinner with some homies and were seated shortly. We opted for the wagyu experience which was $55 per person. It was well worth it for us as we went rounds and rounds with the meat. Everything was very high quality and I enjoyed the all you drink station they have as well!

    Sara L.

    Made reservations for lunch but wasn't necessary. The restaurant is clean and quiet in a good way. No loud background music, just the noise of people enjoying their hot pot. Meat quality was great and the broth was not overly seasoned which is perfect for hot pot. The highlight of today's visit was the host/server, Brian! He was so welcoming and truly made the entire dining experience pleasant. Great service truly leaves a lasting impression. I highly recommend this place! The milk tea was bland but the curry was good!

    Great deal
    Tiffany C.

    First time to try this location. I saw the 20% walk in promo on instagram and decided to try it today for lunch on Friday. It's actually such an amazing deal because Friday lunch is $29.95 and after the discount it's less than $24 per person for AYCE meats, veggies, and more. We walked in around 11:45 and it was not too busy. It started filling up more throughout our meal. It seemed like they were understaffed with no hostess, so our server Anderson was also seating people. He was truly friendly and efficient given all the work he had to do. He took our orders, brought out everything we asked for, and checked on us many times to clear out empty plates and bring us refills of various items. The short plate was my son's favorite meat. While I liked the Chuck Eye roll because it was leaner. Both were very good in the two broths. We tried many different veggies, tofu, noodles, sauces, curry, etc from the farmers market. Everything looked clean and fresh. I think it's tough to get such a good AYCE deal in Irvine, hence the well deserved 5 star review.

    Chloe D.

    Decent shabu shabu, meat quality is amazing and delicious. Sukiyaki broth is very good.

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    Czarina D.

    Had a great and fun meal here!!!! Was craving hot pot and decided to try this place out. WE LOVED IT! We came on a Saturday around 1PM. We had a reservation but the restaurant had open tables at the time. We loved that it was a bit more empty. The parking lot, on the other hand, was WILD! We ended up parking behind the daycare center. We opted for the AYCE Wagyu experience which was pricey but oh so good. Everything in the restaurant seemed new and clean! The servers were friendly, helpful, and attentive. And I loooved all the fresh vegetables at the self-serve bar/farmers market. So many great choices! Overall, all the meats were delicious. Fatty, flavorful, and yummy. We ended up doing the Shabu Shabu broth and Sukiyaki broth. Both were great! I really LOVED the gomadare sauce (sesame seed sauce). And I was addicted to the Taberu Rayu chili oil at the self serve bar. SO GOOD. I ended up eating so much! But I didn't feel terrible as I had a bunch of veggies too. And at the end, we got free ice cream (mint chocolate chip and strawberry cheesecake)! I would've gotten a second scoop but I was soooo full. Had a great meal! Would totally come back.

    Tiffany N.

    Tried the new shabu-shabu spot in Irvine tonight (in the plaza by 99 Ranch on Jeffrey & Walnut, in the newly renovated building). The restaurant is beautifully done--clean, simple décor, spacious seating, and a really nice atmosphere. Service was excellent and very attentive from start to finish. The meat quality was good, and the broths were flavorful, which made everything taste great. My only suggestion would be to offer more vegetable options. Compared to places like Shabu Shabu (or similar all-you-can-eat shabu spots), this one had a smaller selection of vegetables, seafood, and add-ons. Overall, we had a great experience. I'd highly recommend making a reservation--they said they get very busy.

    Keri N.

    Love mo mo paradise and have been to other locations. Made a reservation online in advance and service was fairly quick. Amount of vegetables were good and they refilled it pretty often. Overall good experience and would come back. The only bad thing is the limited parking in this plaza, had to park very far back near the tesla chargers. Keep in mind if coming for dinner hours or weekends.

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    Tiffany C.

    This hot pot spot replaced house of shabu shabu which was a UCI classic. Now, it's been remodeled since the fire and has a variety of small and larger tables for seating. There's also a large variety of vegetables which I really appreciated. For the menu, you can opt for the wagyu or Momo experience, one is more expensive than the other. You order the meats from your server but everything else is self serve. Our server was very attentive with the meat ordering which we appreciated. One note of feedback was that their tonkotsu broth and tomato broth could be more flavorful. The sukiyaki was definitely the star of the show for our meal

    One of each protein offered for dinner, tonkotsu broth and sukiyaki broth
    Winny K.

    Absolutely love Mo Mo Paradise! The service is awesome and Brian always takes super good care of us when we visit. Shabu ingredients are delicious, great quality and bang for buck since it's AYCE style capped at 90 minutes. Veggie options are fresh and plentiful and the beef and pork options range from lean to delightfully fatty. Also love adding on the unlimited drink bar because of their specialty teas and toppings. My favorites are the Yuzu Jasmine and Passion Fruit Oolong teas. Can't get enough! Ambiance is casual. We always leave feeling super satisfied. Thank you so much for the care the staff puts into prepping the ingredients and service.

    Nancy L.

    I'm so excited Momo Paradise opened in Irvine! It's a chain Shabu place from Japan and they have it all over the world. I've had it in Taiwan and Torrance so I'm very happy it's finally closer to me. I was able to book reservations online for our party of 7. Check in was easy and we were seated right away. Our server was very thorough in explaining how the process works. I got the Shabu Shabu broth while my kids got the tonkontsu broth. For a small additional price I upgraded to the all you can drink option which included an assortment of sodas and teas. The meat came out fast and they were good quality. I also love the farmer's market where you can grab your own veggies and other food items. I really liked the unlimited Wagyu beef curry rice. For dessert we can order ice cream through the server. Parking is a bit tough since this is a popular plaza with 99 Ranch and other restaurants so be sure to give yourself extra time to find parking.

    Rosie H.

    Parking can be annoying since there are so many great places to eat there and the grocery store is there too. But luckily, I was able to score a spot and meet up with friends. The place is AYCE and you have 90 minutes to eat everything at $54.95 per person. They had rice and curry where the veggies were located. We opted for the wagyu meats (American wagyu round, American wagyu cross rib, American wagyu chuck eye). We ordered meat after meat after meat. We also opted for the Sukiyaki and tomato soup base with eggs. Our server's name was Kenneth or Kenny. But he was very helpful and prompt with getting our orders in. The interior is minimal but comfortable. Everyone's pretty busy eating away and trying to get as much meat as possible during their stay.

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    Hako

    Hako

    4.5
    (2k reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    Delicious! Come during off times to avoid a wait, add Curry to whatever you get and be happy…read morebecause you get to eat the yumminess! Yes, you sit close to other parties, but you have enough room to get in between the tables so not too close. It is close enough to know all about the people's life next to you.... I really hope Tom calls you back btw. The katsu sauce is not a dark sauce that you might be used to, it tastes like a peanut sauce, I prefer the curry to eat with katsu. The chicken and pork are both good, the adjacent table to ours got the cheese katsu and that looked delicious as well. The sushi is skippable in my opinion, but don't let me stop you.

    We live in San Diego but this is our 4th time eating at Hako, as it has been our favorite tonkatsu…read morespot in SoCal since we tried it just over a year ago! There is always a waitlist (even on monday afternoon) but we have never waited longer than 15-30min. Service is efficient and friendly. The crowd generally seems to be young and vibrant and makes Hako a nice lively place to have a filling lunch. Cheese Katsu (with curry) (5/5): this is always a hit with us. The cheese pull goes crazy and it is a large reason we always return! We love the curry as well! Hire Katsu (2/5): sad to say this one was a bit of a disappointment. I wish we had taken a picture but the pork had been pounded extremely thin to the point where i only really tasted the panko. To my knowledge, this was supposed to be a more premium cut since it's more expensive than the other pork katsu. I never judge anything based off of value, but this was dry and burnt to a crisp ): From the side profile of the cut, it appeared that one layer of batter and panko was thicker than the meat itself. So far, we have had more good experiences than not at Hako, and prefer not to let this particular experience deter us from returning again. We hope future trips will prove to us otherwise, but until then, as for the quality of our meal, I hope this can be looked into.

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    IZAKAYA OSEN

    IZAKAYA OSEN

    4.3
    (2.2k reviews)
    4.6 mi
    $$$
    Outdoor seating
    Full bar

    The food was phenomenal! The staff were incredibly pleasant and helpful. Loved that atmosphere…read more Can't wait to come back.

    We had been searching for the perfect place to celebrate my daughter's birthday lunch, and since…read moreshe loves Japanese cuisine, we had our eyes set on Izakaya Osen for quite some time. We scheduled our lunch on the same day as the FIFA World Cup Bronze Medal match, making it an even more memorable afternoon. The restaurant has a modern Japanese atmosphere with several small private dining rooms, a large bar-style seating area, and an open sushi counter. Each private room is separated by traditional Japanese-style sliding panel walls, giving guests a comfortable sense of privacy. Upon arrival, we were greeted warmly and quickly escorted to one of the center private rooms, which overlooked a beautiful shared display of bonsai trees. In my opinion, we were seated in the best private room in the restaurant. The peaceful setting and elegant décor made it feel like the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. For our birthday lunch, we ordered the following dishes: Salmon Skin Salad - (Excellent) Crispy salmon skin served over a fresh salad with a light dressing. A refreshing way to start the meal with a nice contrast of textures. Tuna Pringles - (Great) Crispy potato chips topped with seasoned tuna. A fun and creative appetizer that combines crunchy and creamy in every bite. Seared Scallop - (Excellent) Beautifully seared scallops with a lightly caramelized exterior while remaining tender and buttery inside. Premium Chirashi - (Excellent) An assorted sashimi bowl featuring a generous selection of premium fresh seafood over sushi rice. Great variety and beautifully presented. A5 Wagyu Beef (GF) - (Excellent) Rich, buttery A5 Wagyu that literally melts in your mouth. A must-order for beef lovers. King Salmon Sushi (4 pcs) - (Excellent) Thick-cut king salmon with rich flavor and buttery texture. Fresh and satisfying. Hokkaido Scallop Sushi (4 pcs) - (Wonderful) Sweet, tender Hokkaido scallops with a delicate texture that practically melts in your mouth. Miso Soup (3 bowls) - (Excellent) Warm and comforting traditional miso soup served before the main courses. It wasn't an ordinary miso soup, I feel like the base of the soup has a strong seafood flavor which made it even more enjoyable. Hot Green Tea - (Good) A classic hot green tea that paired nicely with the sushi and sashimi throughout the meal. Amato Special Black Sesame Ice Cream (Black Sesame Ice Cream, Dry Persimmons with cream cheese, and Matcha cake- (Excellent) A rich and creamy black sesame ice cream with deep roasted sesame flavor perfect to finish off a sashimi meal. It also comes with Dry persimmons filled with cream cheese which is not too sweet and the two ingredients go so well together. I love the match mochi cake that can pair well with the black sesame ice cream. Birthday Matcha Cake - (Complimentary) A thoughtful birthday surprise from the restaurant that made the celebration even more memorable. It is topped with matcha ice cream with matcha mochi cake underneath. Overall, Izakaya Osen exceeded our expectations and delivered one of the best Japanese dining experiences we've had in Orange County. Every dish was beautifully presented and prepared with high-quality ingredients, from the incredibly fresh sashimi to the melt-in-your-mouth A5 Wagyu and Hokkaido Scallop Sushi. The unique appetizers, flavorful seafood-based miso soup, and outstanding desserts made the meal even more memorable. Combined with the elegant private dining room, peaceful atmosphere, and attentive service, it was the perfect place to celebrate my daughter's birthday. The complimentary birthday matcha cake was a thoughtful finishing touch that made the occasion feel even more special. We already have several more dishes on our list to try next time, and we'll definitely be returning. Izakaya Osen easily earns a well-deserved 5-star rating from us.

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    Tomikawa Japanese Restaurant

    Tomikawa Japanese Restaurant

    3.9
    (3.1k reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$$
    Minority-owned & operated
    Takes reservations

    I've been going to this place for over a decade now (wild to think about!). Seen it go through…read moredifferent ownership and a renovation. It is definitely much busier now because of the AYCE menu. Definitely get on the waitlist when you arrive. Past few times we have been it gets busy during the lunch hours, and thus service is a bit slower. Nice seating inside with booths. Menu QR code will show you some pictures of what you want to order. We have been going down here for a while, so we have our favorites. The appetizers here are surprisingly very good! Garlic edamame and sesame chicken are our favs. I even have a soft spot for the house salad because the dressing is just yum. I rarely order salmon nigri, but for some reason this place is pretty good! The pieces I receive are always nicely portioned and soft. We never bother with the other rolls anymore because we know our favorite is the VEGAS ROLL! It's been my favorite roll since I started coming here. Literally no other sushi or Japanese restaurant has this combination of ingredients. Crunch from unagi, spicy tuna on a CA roll with eel sauce and spicy sauce. *chefs kiss* Lots of textures, flavors, sweet, salty, spicy. Just come in with a purpose. We noticed that other tables tend to a bit longer because they were never ready when the server came by.

    Solid AYCE sushi place in Irvine. Had a great time with my friends and we ordered a lot of nigiri…read moreand rolls for the table. The fish quality was good and there were a lot of options on the menu. My favorites were the salmon and yellowtail specifically. My biggest complaint is that they pack the rice so tightly that each nigiri feels like swallowing a large pill (and it definitely fills you up fast) The restaurant does get pretty crowded, especially on the weekends so be prepared to wait. We came on a Friday evening and waited about 1.5 hrs to be seated

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    Taiko

    Taiko

    3.8
    (2.5k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$
    Happy hour specials
    45 years in business

    Ambiance - family style izakaya…read more Service - very good. We were immediately seated. Service was fast and efficient. Food - we came here for lunch. I ordered a chicken teriyaki, California roll combo and my friend ordered the shrimp tempura lunch. The chicken teriyaki combo was around $18.50 and the tempura was $14.50, I think. The price is very reasonable for the amount of food you get. The chicken was tender and flavorful, the tempura was crispy but not greasy and the Cali roll was fresh and had depth of flavor. You can't go wrong here. The meals are always satisfying. Love this place.

    The staff here are the sweetest, most caring Japanese ladies and they will not rush you and they…read morewill make you feel so taken care of. Immediate comfort. The space is a little dated but in the best way, feels like a rustic little spot in Japan and honestly that's the whole charm. Went for lunch and did the build your own teishoku. Got tempura and sushi, my coworker went sesame chicken, sushi, and veggie tempura. The portion size is MASSIVE and suddenly very clear why it's $20-25. I had leftovers and I was not expecting that. The food genuinely reminded me of home cooking. Warm, comforting, made with care. Vast menu so there's truly something for everyone. One tiny thing: canned green beans with mayo came with the meal. Very Japanese, very classic, very much not for me personally. But that's between me and the green beans. A hidden gem. Go for lunch, clear your afternoon, and let the auntie energy wash over you.

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    ROL Hand Roll Bar - Irvine

    ROL Hand Roll Bar - Irvine

    4.8
    (1.6k reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$$

    Here's a version that feels similar to your Sushi Hassun review--specific, practical, and with a…read morelittle personality: Great spot for a late lunch, especially since their lunch special runs until 4 p.m. The deal is honestly hard to beat: four hand rolls, miso soup, and edamame for $17. The seaweed is served perfectly crisp and is on par with KazuNori, which is exactly what you want in a hand roll. They also have a fun cocktail and drink menu if you want to make it more of an afternoon outing. One tip: if the line looks long before you leave home, you can join the Yelp waitlist as long as you're within a 3-mile radius. The line usually moves pretty quickly, so don't let it scare you off. Another thing I appreciated is that they'll make your hand rolls with ultra-light rice if you're trying to cut back on carbs without giving up sushi. It's a small touch, but one I wish more sushi spots offered. Everything is bar seating, which gives the restaurant a cozy, lively feel and lets you watch the rolls being made right in front of you. Definitely one of my favorite casual sushi lunches in Irvine.

    5 = food 5 = service…read more Enjoyed their $17 lunch special (salmon, spicy tuna, scallop and blue crab rolls). This special is a set menu. Food comes out fresh and you get to watch them make it in front of you because it's bar seating. Plenty of parking in the Heritage Plaza. It's in the same area as the Mitsuwa marketplace. I'm coming back again.

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    Izakaya Habuya Okinawan Dining

    Izakaya Habuya Okinawan Dining

    4.4
    (1.1k reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Loved this place. The staff is so nice…read more The food was delicious can't wait to come back. The shell crab was so sooo good and tasty. The corn fritters also delicious, with the white truffle salt. Ao unique. Also had the margarita, that was a fun experience shaking the lime into the glass, Pork belly ramen! OMG- melted in Your mouth. Overall 100/10. Get there early, long waitlist, but well worth the wait. Thank you for a great dining experience.

    Habuya Okinawan Dining is one of those rare places that isn't just about the food--it's about…read moreexperiencing Okinawan culture. Mama (Mayumi) has poured so much of herself into this restaurant, from the artwork on the walls to the warm hospitality that makes it feel like you're being welcomed into someone's home. (Oishii Desu "It's Delicious"⁠) If it's your first visit, don't skip the Okinawan specialties. The mountain yam dishes, rafute (braised pork belly), Okinawan soba, and an ice-cold Orion beer served in a frosted glass are all part of what makes Habuya so memorable. It's a place to slow down, share plates, and enjoy the experience. I'm genuinely happy to see Habuya getting so much attention on social media because it's well deserved. My only hope is that as more people discover it, they also help preserve what makes it special. This is a small, family-run restaurant, so please be patient during check-in, be kind to the staff, and remember that many guests have been waiting for the opportunity to enjoy the experience as well. Come to appreciate the food, drinks, and Okinawan culture--not just to snap a few photos and leave. One thing to keep in mind is that if you don't drink alcohol or follow a vegan diet, the menu may feel a bit more limited. But if you're open to experiencing authentic Okinawan cuisine, Habuya is truly one of Orange County's hidden gems.

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