So sad to hear that this location will be closing soon (announced on their IG) because it's the only one in San Diego. Momo Paradise is one of my favorite places to go for AYCE shabu, so it will be missed! The food was always high-quality, especially the meats. I love the variety of choices at the veggie bar and all-you-can-drink add-on option. Service was always great here as well. Will definitely be coming in a few more times before their last day! read more

I really enjoyed our dinner at MoMo, and I'm sad to see them go. I was given a gift certificate for the Wagyu dinner for two with drinks, which was a wonderful experience. I love that they have the 2 Batch Soda special flavors, I had the peach and it was great. My friend tried the green tea milk tea, passion fruit tea, and Batch diet cola. I got a bunch of veggies, edamame, cold noodle salad, and the beef stew over rice. The kabocha squash was a little tricky to cook, the enoki mushrooms, cabbage, etc were much easier to deal with, lol. The real star was the wagyu beef. I loved all 3 cuts, and we ordered more of the chuck eye and some pork belly for our extra round. It has spoiled me for normal beef now. The ice cream was a nice extra, I had the black cherry and my friend had the chocolate malt crunch. We each enjoyed our flavors. I don't often spend $60+ on myself for dinner, so it was a nice treat. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We went about 5:15 on a Monday, so it wasn't quite as busy. When we left it was pretty packed, especially seeing as this is the last week fir the restaurant. read more

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MoMo Paradise will be permanently closing its doors in Mira Mesa. If you want to come show your support one last time, their last day of business will be Sunday, 28Sep2025. After that, the restaurant will be relocating to Irvine. My friend, her daughter, and my daughter had lunch there today. We enjoyed our visit and wish the owners all the best in their new home in Irvine. read more

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Came here with some friends and it was my first hot pot experience. We were seated fairly quickly with no reservation. They have 2 options, with the higher tier being wagyu. We went with the standard. They had beef and pork only, no shrimp which I'm told some places offer. There were 4 of is a d they gave us an option for 2 broths, and we did tonkontsu and another with tomato. It was supposed to have spicy miso but it didn't treat spicy, so we agreed some of the spicy green sauce from the self serve sauce bar. They had plenty of fresh vegetables in the salad bar area, along with some fish balls and tofu which I'm not a fan of in general. There were also little bowls of Ramen and Udon. They're was also some gravy type dish that was good with rice. I enjoyed all of the food, and once we doctored up the broth with sauces it was all very good. They brought out plenty of meat in the 90 minutes time frame and we left very full. They also have a drink bar that is self serve with flavored tea. read more

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This place has become my all time favorite AYCE hot pot in San Diego. I have came here multiple times and every time I left satisfied by the food and the service. MoMo Paradise is AYCE shabu shabu, which is basically Japanese hot pot. When I first came in, I was slightly disappointed by how little their meat selection is, but I soon know why. Even though their selections are few, but every single selection was quality. None of the meat I have received thus far is frozen and all were freshly served. The presentation is also very on point. All the plates, bowls, and even the dishes that carried the meat resemble that of a traditional Japanese kitchen set. Makes you feel like you are eating at Japan without actually being in Japan. I have tried both the normal menu and the wagyu menu. Normally, I don't go for the wagyu option for hot pot since you can't really appreciate the quality of the meat in hot pot as well as kbbq. However for some reason, I could actually taste the difference. The wagyu option is definitely tastier and slightly more fatty. However if you are not willing to pay the extra price, the regular option is just as good! Parking is very spacious. MoMo Paradise is conveniently located within a ginormous plaza. Even during peak dinner time, you should not have trouble finding parking. read more

MoMo Paradise - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

Man! What a slam dunk experience, full circle for my wife and I. We were one of the very first customers at this establishment roughly 3 years ago. It slays all the same. A sukiyaki broth that ends up more flavorful the later in the meal it gets (because the boil steams out the water, leaving behind the broth goodness). Sad to hear it's coming to a close, but I hope this review accomplishes a respectful send off. The meats are fresh, not sight of it ever being frozen, Dan the GM and Tiff the lead server, both gave us a family first experience and were always one step ahead of our wants and needs. The smell walking in, the lighting and the spacing between tables leave for a great date experience. You will be missed momos! read more

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My favorite AYCE hotpot spot in Mira Mesa! They're located in a plaza so there's plenty of parking. When ordering your soup base, you can split it and choose 2 broths. Their meat quality is always high quality and you can opt for their premium menu which includes wagyu. They also have curry and rice which is my favorite thing to eat while I wait for my broth to heat up. read more

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Delicious for japanese hot pot! I go here once a week and enjoy the hotpot a lot! I love their pork belly as it's very thin and soft! They have a bar for getting noodles and vegetables. They also have curry and rice at the bar which is savory and sweet. They also have a drink bar which is additional charge. After dinner they have dessert which is included; ice cream of whatever flavors they have that day. read more

MoMo Paradise - Tonkotsu Set Sukiyaki Set - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

I love this place! It's all-you-can-eat Japanese hotpot, and the meat quality is surprisingly good--fresh, well-marbled, and not overly frozen like some other places. The side bar is a great bonus too, with lots of tasty options to add to your pot or snack on while you wait. And the best part? They give you ice cream at the end! Always a satisfying experience and a solid neighborhood gem. read more

MoMo Paradise - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

This is a great place for AYCE Japanese shabu shabu. The meat choice was relatively simple, but the meat quality was great for AYCE. And the underdog of this show was definitely the curry. For a shabu shabu place, I did not expect the Japanese curry to be SO good and I paired it with the red pickled radish. For a few more bucks, you can also get AYCE drinks, which included milk tea and tea with toppings. There was agar boba and coffee jelly, which was a great addition to the meal. I left this place super full and satisfied. i would definitely be back again with my family. read more

MoMo Paradise - ayce - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

I have had Mo-Mo-Paradise on my radar ever since it came to Mira Mesa and I finally just tried it for the first time yesterday. I'm happy to report that it exceeded my expectations in so many ways. First, the service. WOW. Tiffany was the best server I have had in YEARS. Possibly in all my time of dining at restaurants. From the moment she walked up to our table to us leaving, just her energy alone as a person radiates and shines through. In fact, every single employee in this establishment killed it. Josh, Dan, and Tobias were super friendly and personable. My friend and I opted for the basic non-wagyu menu and my favorite meat was the pork belly slices! The cuts of meat here are thick! Between the 2 of us we had a good 12 trays of meat before we called it in. In addition we helped ourselves to the self-serve veggie station. There were so many options including Japanese curry and rice. My favorite part is the all you can drink bar. It's about $3 a person but you get to drink unlimited boba and soft drinks! I really like the passionfruit tea and matcha latte. Overall, the value of this place is amazing. The overall vibe of this place is great. Usually at AYCE places the music is blaring loud and seems chaotic. However, Mo-mo is the complete opposite. It's calm and relaxing. I throughly enjoyed my experience here and cannot wait to come back! read more

MoMo Paradise made me a convert in the delectable supremacy of all you can eat shabu shabu hotpot. Sukiyaki broth with any cut of meat are flavorful, just sweet enough, and even somewhat hydrating. For AYCE meats, I'll take MoMo Paradise over any AYCE KBBQ in San Diego. And to top things off, AYCE ice cream to finish off your meal! Service over these past 4 years has been largely consistent, pleasant, and attentive. Ambiance reminds of me a modern take on a Japanese restaurant. Sadly, MoMo Paradise in Mira Mesa is closing down, last day is Sunday September 28th. They will be dearly, deliciously missed. read more

This is a delicious option for all you can eat hot pot in San Diego. There are a couple things to know to get the most out of your experience. First, if you are dining on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday night you need to make a reservation. Multiple walk in parties of 4 or less were turned away when I went on a Friday night. You can make a reservation on their website. You can also text Mo-mo-Paradise with specific requests. I couldn't find a 6:30 pm reservation for a Friday night online but was able to text and get one. Second, you have 1.5 hours total with last call occurring at 60 minutes so you need to keep this in mind and know what you want for each order. Pacing is very important and you will be asked to vacate your table promptly at 1.5 hours. This is understandable as they run an efficient ship to ensure your table is promptly ready at your reservation slot. Our server Gavin was fantastic. He was attentive and came by frequently to check on us. My favorite meats are the chuck eye beef and pork belly. These are their higher fat meats and taste delicious. The vegetable bar is serve yourself. I really enjoyed selecting high quality ingredients from the vegetable bar. Something I noticed about Mo-mo is that their vegetable bar has higher quality ingredients than other hot pot joints and the area is much cleaner and more well maintained. There are dedicated workers by the vegetable bar at all times ensuring the ingredients are well stocked and the area is clean. Some will say I'm not getting my moneys worth by doing this but I enjoy the curry rice and udon and ramen noodles that you can get by the vegetable bar. They provide a delicious complement to the meal. You can also order ice cream at the end of your meal! The flavors change each time and I usually try all of the daily flavors. I definitely recommend giving Mo-mo-Paradise a try! read more

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This is one of my favorite hot pot places in San Diego! Though what they lack in the number of side dishes they offer (fish balls, vegetables, etc) they make up in their higher quality meat. You get to choose 2 different broths and there are 5 different cuts of meat between pork and beef. I appreciated that they had curry as one of their side dishes. Be warned that the drinks are not free, it comes with a ~$3 AYCE drink charge. I also enjoyed what seems to be a house made sesame sauce. The service was fast and we got seated right away but that was on a Friday at 6 pm. And I do love how this parking lot has a lot of spaces available. The place was clean and I liked how they organized the places. One thing I noted was that we got told it was last call about an hour after eating. There is a 90 minute time limit here. I've never been to an AYCE place that had actually enforced the time limit on my table before. I was suprised because it wasn't super busy, but thought it was maybe because they start closing their kitchen early... despite that, Momo paradise doesn't disappoint and I'll always come back here every now and then! read more

MoMo Paradise - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

I was surprised to see the poor reviews for service. Although we went on a Friday afternoon, the service was attentive and welcoming. We had no issues. We didn't sukiyaki and tonkostu broth. Both were delicious and balanced each other out. All the dipping, sides, and curry were addicting. I loved our experience and will be back to share with friends! read more

Though I enjoyed my initial visit at Mo-Mo, it did not meet my expectations as my first visit. The food is great, and I like the variety. They have so much different meats, sides, and curry/rice. But the service was not what I expected. The server seemed aloof and was more willing to serve other customers, checking up on them and ignoring us when he passed. In addition, he didn't bother to explain the menu, which is really confusing now compared to before. Solid place but I prefer consistency. read more

MoMo Paradise - Tomato/tonkotsu with meats and sides - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

First time here in Mira Mesa location and first and foremost...Yes! The service was Fantastic!! Skyler our server was just an angel!!! She was so helpful and friendly, making sure to refill our broths. For this place, I love the fact they give Senior Citizens a 20% off discount (60 and over)!!!!Seriously love it. It's nice and big here. Lots of parking. Food was delish as always. They have the Drink Garden also. It's a good vibe here. read more

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I always hear about Mo-Mo Paradise and finally got the chance to try it out recently! We came early on a weekday so it wasn't too busy, but the place started to fill up over the course of our meal. They did end up enforcing the time limit for us. They have a few different meat options, but we tried a few and ended up just ordering a million beef short plates since it was the best one in our opinion. Their all you can drink special is pretty worth it if you enjoy having a variety of sweet drinks with your meal, but for me personally I'd rather save space in my stomach for more meat. They have a decent selection of veggies, carbs, and other add-ins at their self-service salad bar. Make sure to try their curry! Service was quick and our waitress was super friendly and helpful! They used to automatically include 18% service charge, but it was recently removed with their menu update. Overall, good food although the price is a bit steep since it's AYCE. I'd say if you have a big appetite or are feeling extra hungry, you could make it worth your money, otherwise you'd probably be better off going to another hot pot place and ordering a la carte. read more

MoMo Paradise - Menu June 2024 - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Experience getting seated was a 2/5, but once seated food and service was a 5/5!!! The night started off rough - made a reservation at 7pm but waited about half an hour after the reservation time to get seated. They also told us when we arrived 5 minutes early for our reservation that we would be seated in 10 minutes which was a gross underestimation. The place is definitely understaffed, and the person staffing the front entrance was doubling as a waitress, so when we walked in we had to wait about 10 minutes to even check in and speak to someone. Once we were finally seated though, we were reminded why we love this place so much. There are 3 beefs and 2 porks that you can order for the regular momo experience and each one was delicious! There is also a self serve bar where you can choose your own vegetables and sauces. All the spices and sauces were on point. We got the shabu broth and the sukiyaki broth; the shabu was a bit bland but the sukiyaki, delicious. We had a member with our party with a serious nut allergy. While they do warn of possible cross contamination, we personally did not have any issues and felt relatively safe - the waitress told us that the goma sauce served separately is the only thing that had nuts. Their homemade goma at the sauce bar, curry along with everything in the vegetables/self serve bar appeared to be nut free which made us feel better about the possibility of cross contamination. Ambiance is casual and lively, and this place is situated in a very active plaza with plenty of other stores and ample parking. read more

I'm absolutely in love with this place! Hands down the best shabu shabu I've had all year. The quality, the flavor everything is spot on. Highly recommend! The Sukiyaki set is absolutely amazing! Big thank you you Lia and Tiff for your assistance and kindness. read more

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Yum!! Love me some good shabu shabu. And they use quality meats too! Thinly sliced, so the meats cook quickly. Perfect meal for a chilly day. It's a bit pricey (as one would expect for AYCE). But thought it was worth, and would definitely come back! :) read more

MoMo Paradise - Shabu shabu meats - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

Based upon a recent visit, Mo Mo paradise has my heart again! I visited here a couple of months ago and had a not so great experience but since then I returned and had a complete 180 visit! Staff was attentive and helpful and the food was excellent as usual. I hope they continue to keep up the changes for all guests with children! read more

MoMo Paradise - Im a messy eater, but this is so good - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

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It's always easy to book a table here. Their online system is pretty accurate and they'll never overbook. There's ample space and you get a few different broths to choose from. Since they're known for their wagyu (just American grade but it's fatty enough), I always opt for the sukiyaki. It complements all of their fatty meats very well, especially kurobuta pork. Veggie bar is self serve and you'll find a whole array of things such as fish balls, tofu, enoki mushroom, etc. If you have any vegetarian or vegan friends that tag along, this is probably the only thing they can eat from. I've been here on a number of occasions with friends, family and my team/staff and it never ceases to satisfy the belly and palate. If anyone is of senior citizen age in your party, they get 20% off their part of the bill. Come with an appetite, lay off the carbs (it takes up too much real estate space) and enjoy some meat sweats. read more

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Momo paradise is easily my favorite hot pot spot. What made this experience different and better was my server Lia. Despite the dinner rush, she was attentive in ensuring my party and I always had enough broth and meat on our table. We were a part of 6 and constantly cared for. My party and I were very pleased with our dinner the night we came. The meat and the veggies were constantly stocked and fresh. I love the fact that there's a boba bar and curry bar. The sauce they offer also pairs really well with the meat. read more

Date of visit: December 15, 2023 My friend Wendy and I came to Mo-Mo Paradise a couple of weeks ago to exchange Christmas presents and catch up. The concept behind this shabu-shabu place is as follows: choose your broth and your meats, then make your way to the veggie, protein, and noodle bar to choose what you want, and enjoy your meal within 90 minutes. Ooh, everything was goooooood... while it took a while for our broths (I chose shabu-shabu; Wendy chose tonkatsu) to start boiling, once they did, our meats cooked rather quickly. We went with a mix of beef and pork, and I also followed a few other Yelpers' advice about cooking the noodles later in the broth as so the flavors would soak in. One caveat - arrive hungry! As you only have 90 minutes at your table (which our servers reminded us of as there were other parties waiting), you won't be able to finish everything... and there's no takeout option. I felt bad about leaving uneaten food at our booth; then again, I did load up a bit on the curry and rice... The restaurant itself has a trendy and chic appearance, matched by the professionalism of the servers. Definitely want to come back to Mo-Mo Paradise again, but with an emptier stomach! read more

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This is totally different Mo-Mo paradise that I expected compared to the ones in Taiwan. The meat quality and selections is just ok for the price. read more

Mo-Mo-Paradise excelled in delivering an outstanding customer service experience and an even better dining experience. The Food - Wow! The meat selections were all high quality, and the servers consistently refilled our plates throughout the meal. The vegetable bar was always stocked with fresh items, and there were also fish balls, pork meatballs, tofu, ramen noodles, and udon noodles. Additionally, a rice and beef curry station added a delicious option. We chose the suki-yaki and tonkotsu broths, though I recommend going straight for the suki-yaki or tomato. For dessert, there were even great ice cream options (salted caramel and blueberry cheesecake). The food was perfect--I enjoyed every bite. Their drink options were stacked! I got a 16oz Sapporo during happy hour for $3! The Ambiance - Chill, clean, quaint, and relaxing. This is a refreshing contrast to most AYCE places. The vibes were cozy and comforting, making the hot meal in front of us even better. We enjoyed every moment here. Despite being busy, the restaurant didn't feel crowded; they did an excellent job of seating tables appropriately to avoid congestion. We waited only five to ten minutes for a table without a reservation (we came on a Wednesday night). The Service - Beyond anything I could have expected! I haven't experienced this level of customer service in a long time. Our servers, Josh and Tiffany, were personable, attentive, funny, and completely on top of their game. Even Tobias, our food runner, was kind and a pleasure to interact with. Workers like these are rare; they turn new customers into returning ones. I can't express how incredible their service was. They truly put the finishing touch on an already excellent dining experience, raising it beyond a 5-star Yelp rating. The Price - The cost is absolutely worth what you're served. Next time, I'm more than happy to try out their Wagyu selection. Bottom Line - Times like these make me wish we could give more than five stars. Mo-Mo-Paradise officially joins my list of Mira Mesa must-go's and is honestly one of my favorite Japanese hot-pot/shabu-style spots, hands down. read more

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I love this place. But I got borderline scammed by them with Inkind. They promoted Inkind on their website. It's basically a way to pay your bill. Kind of like buying food on uber eats and then picking it up. But it works for sit down restaurants too I called them to make sure they accepted it. They said yes. So I bought a $100inkind gift card from Costco for $70. Cool. 30% off for a place you were going to eat at anyway So I ate there. Paid for it. It worked. Then Inkind had a deal where if you deposit $240 cash, you get $320 or something like that. Cool. Almost 40% off for a place you were going to eat at anyway Then I go last Saturday expecting to use it. I find out they don't accept it anymore. I check their Instagram. Posted 2 hours ago that they don't accept it. This really sucks. Momo only agreed to be on Inkind for a few months. Then after I deposited money, they don't accept it anymore. I really only did Inkind specifically for momo. So now I'm stuck with over $300 of credits that I won't even know what to do with. There aren't any restaurants around here that accept Inkind. So I feel like I wasted a bunch of money. Sigh. Why accept it and then very quickly stop accepting it? read more

I love coming to Mo-Mo Paradise on a rainy day in San Diego. It's casual yet comforting. My favorite soup base is the sukiyaki and the tonkatsu. They are both so flavorful and the meat and veggies soak up the flavor nicely. I love that they have a variety of vegetables to choose from! They also have different kinds of tofu and fish balls as well. Their meat is so high quality and perfectly cut to soak up all the flavors of the broth. Another fun thing about this place is that you can have the all you can drink, which has different tea and soda flavors. So refreshing to have paired with the savory food. Service is very quick, they're always checking on you to see what meat you need next! read more

I grew up in Mira Mesa and was fortunate enough to travel to Japan in 2024. We stumbled upon MoMo Paradise in Japan, eventually trying both locations. To hear a MoMo's was going to open so close in Mira Mesa. I couldn't believe it. The food was delicious. We had both types of broth. When we were served both the Pork and Beef options. Honestly, how could I choose just one, Yum. The atmosphere is fast paced and the servers were highly attentive. I will be bringing my friends in soon. read more

All you can eat 3 meats either too dry or too fatty Soup 3 nothing unique Ambiance 3 Service 3 read more

So bummed to hear this place is closing. Best shabu in SD in my opinion. My friends who just came back from Japan even said this was on par to what they had in Tokyo. Can't beat the quality of the meat, quality of the egg they give you for sukiyaki (fresh with dark orange yolk), cleanliness, and great service. Our family will miss this place! read more

This was a nice little Shabu spot! Momo Paradise is located in Mira Mesa as an all you can eat restaurant. They serve a total of 6 meats, (2 of which are only available during the weekend or dinner time) and are all long pieces. The menu is a bit limited but the choices are enough to fill you up and are varied. You have a section where you can fill up on boba, soda, as well as veggie and other small items that you serve yourself that's a little walk from your seat, similar to a buffet style. The price is a bit high for dinner time, as for two people it comes out to $34 each. The meats were all decent with the pork shoulder being our favorite from the selection. Service was quick and attentive when we went around midday, although I don't think I saw more than 2-3 people working the floor so they did a good job spacing out and covering all of the tables. Definitely will keep this one on my radar in the future for another hot pot visit! read more

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Ayce shabu shabu in Mira Mesa! Love this spot and have been here a handful of times now. MAKE SURE YOU MAKE A RESERVATION. Wait times for dinner can be hours long without one so make sure to prepare. Food: You pick 1 or 2 soup bases. Shabu shabu, tomato, and sukiyaki are usually my go-tos and will pick based on what the group is in the mood for. Then you order your meats from the menu and they'll bring it out to you. They recommend to order one plate of each meat to start which is great if your not sure what you want. Then you go to the self-serve bar to get your noodles, veggies, etc. to throw in. Next to the bar they have ayce beef curry thats really good but beware as it can fill you up quick. My first time I had like 4 servings of it lol. They also have self-serve milk tea/fruit tea/boba drinks for an extra charge but it's worth it. Enjoy! Service: Staff has always been super nice and attentive each time I've been from start to finish! It can be hard to flag one down at times so I wish they had a better way to get a server's attention especially if you're seated in the back area. Ambiance: Pretty spacious inside and great for groups. Can get smoky plus the self-serve bar area can get backed up but all is worth it for the great ayce experience. Water: Pretty standard tasting water but the boba bar makes up for me. read more

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*they updated their menu* We frequent this nice hot pot spot and the staff are always attentive. It's helpful to have a reservation so you can get seated more quickly. The quality of the meat is consistent as well as their buffet of hot pot items. Their bottles of sake are also a decent price for quality brands. They have a 90-minute seating limit and do a last call on meats around the hour mark so don't daddle too long. Grab a plate and start cooking! They have beef curry and radishes next to the steamed rice. So you can nibble while you wait for the broths to boil. I believe they changed their beverage center and no longer do an automatic tip. We actually like seeing this to ensure customers tip a decent amount. We usually tip more anyway but just a heads up in case you didn't like that before. We love coming back! read more

Came here with my sister on a Sunday for lunch. Was pleasantly surprised. Nice little Shabu Shabu place. Did the AYCE for Lunch. Meat was good. Sliced neatly with good presentation. You have the option of two different soup bases. We choose traditional and sukiyaki. Both broths had lots of flavor. I like a spicy broth so I got some of the Spicy Soy dipping sauce to kick things up a bit. Meats had good flavor. And the servers we very attentive about getting additional meat. Overall a good experience. Will definitely be back. One note is that they charge an 18% service charge up front, but they make sure to let you know once you sit down. read more

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Broth is bland. Veggie options are so limited and boring. Meat quality is good but that's not enough to make my family come back. And service charge included for every table, does not matter if you come by yourself or 10 people. Mandated tips included. Ridiculous. read more

Not much of a hot pot fan but of the few that we've tried, this is by far one of our favorites. The service here is great- our waiter seated us quickly and got us started on which broths to get and got us squared away on the meat options. Its all you can eat so be sure to try a bit of everything- we prefered the lean meats which was very good! We went with the waiter's recommendation of tonkatsu and sukiyaki. Both were verybtasty but in order to make it spicy you have to have the waiter add some drops of hot oil which is pretty spicy. They recommended one to two drops but we ended having to do 4 to 5. We can eat pretty spicy so start low and add more if needed. In addition to the hot pot, they have a curry and rice that is included as well. The curry is super good- careful not too est too much or you'll be too full to enjoy the all you can eat hot pot! Also, the drinks are pretty tasty too! They have craft soda and even milk tea and boba for a small additional cost. And lastly, dessert is even included- you get a choice of ice cream. We got the cherry ice cream which was a perfect way to end the meal! Be sure to get here early or call to make reservations cause they get really busy! read more

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We love coming to mo-mo's, especially on cold cloudy days when soup is calling our name! They have multiple options for broth. You can choose one or two. We ordered the tonkatsu and sukiyaki (our favorite, rich flavorful umami taste). For meats, we ordered beef short plate and beef chuck eye (our favorite meat choice). What I love about this shabu-shabu restaurant is the self-serve bar. They have dry seasonings, several boba and drink options, as well as fresh veggies, Japanese curry, rice and noodles. They offer egg and udon noodles. There's plenty of parking available. I highly recommend making a reservation on the "open table" app. They also offer free ice cream with all-you-can-eat, but we've never tried it because we're so full by the end of our meal. read more

MoMo Paradise - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

While the menu is somewhat limited (4 soup and 6 meat choices, two of which are only available at dinner), Mo-Mo-Paradise offers great all-you-can-eat value. Table service is prompt, which is super important when you only have 90 minutes to do your thing! This place gets busy, and a bit messy at the self-serve stations - more staff may be needed to keep those areas tidy. Our party of four ordered the shabu-shabu (traditional dashi made in-house with kombu and bonito) and tonkatsu (rich and creamy pork broth), and went to town at the Farmers Market and Drink Garden. In retrospect, filling up on drinks may not have been the best AYCE decision (duly noted for next time ;). For proteins, I preferred the beef options (chuck eye, short plate, and eye of round) over the pork (belly and Kurobuta shoulder) and chicken (thigh), but you may as well try everything since it's all included... Don't forget ice cream at the end - the flavor changes each night! read more

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