Love this place. The booth tables are cute and the interior is already decorated with a Christmas theme. I was seated very quickly during a weekday lunch, hopped on the table and scanned the QR code to order. I got the spicy garlic beef. The food came in under five minutes. Simple and amazing, and it tastes great with the garlic shoyu and teriyaki sauce. The hot plate stays hot enough to give you crispy rice. When it was time to pay, I walked up to the register and waited. read more

Sizzling Lunch - Spicy Garlic Beef Pepper Rice - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

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Came in after a hike to nourish the body and soul, and found out this place really did the job to provide that along with a prompt service. Food was piping hot served on cast iron plate with fresh ingredients and tender meats. On point! Service was ok not excellent. They did the minimum. The server was weird. His communication skill was lacking. He also served me last. Confuciusnism ruined every Asian country. I had to deceive myself that was to "save the best for last." Haha. Place is clean and organized. It's a fast food Japanese concept in sizzling style. We enjoyed the meal. read more

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We went to Sizzling Lunch at ~7p on a Monday and it was pretty empty. They had no trouble seating the six of us. The menu was the QR code on the table and we pretty much ordered almost instantly. The food came out within 15 minutes and it was SIZZLING (as advertised). The udon beef stir fry was pretty solid. You pretty much don't have to add any toppings because the base dish contains all that you need unless you want extras of something. After we had finished our food, they cleared our table and we were expecting that they would come by with the check,,, but they didn't and there wasn't a person at the register to ring us up, so we kind of just sat there for a little while until we could find someone to help us. It was close to closing time so I totally understand if they were busy cleaning up, but it was quite awkward. Considering that each sizzling plate is upwards of $16 for a stirfry that should really only cost close to $10 for a single serving, it is kind of pricey in my opinion. If it were crowded, I think it wouldn't be worth the wait. read more

Sizzling Lunch - Beef udon sizzling plate - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

Very chill and laid back atmosphere. Just a minimum level of service is necessary as you order on the phone and the food is delivered when ready. Food is served in hot plates which cook the food as you mix it to your preference. Because of that, it ultimately depends on you how your food turns out. A good option for those that don't mind putting in a little bit of work for their food. read more

I tried Sizzling Lunch during weekend lunch hour awhile back, and it was pretty packed with a wait. The ordering process was straightforward and done by yourself at the table, and food arrived quickly. They specialize in lunches served on a grill platter, with an assortment of meat, rice, and toppings. You have to let the meats grill for a bit before mixing and eating. They have various sauces at the table to add to the platter so you can personalize, which I liked. They also served sugarcane juice (from Sugar Mama when I visited, not sure if that's changed), which helps make the meal lighter and more refreshing. read more

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A friend invited me out for lunch and we met here for my first try, honestly I didn't know it existed. We sat down and looked at the menu, looked simple enough. Ordered the onion pepper beef and a few moments later, this sizzling plate of deliciously arrived to the table. I quickly copied my friend and mashed everything down to get it all in contact with the hot plate. Once everything looked cooked I started mixing everything up and added in some of the 2 sauces on the table (garlic shoyu and teriyaki). As I began eating I found myself adding more sauces as there were so many flavors and textures to what seemed to be a simple dish when I started out. After eating about halfway through, I noticed that I really liked the caramelized bits of meat, rice, onions and kept scraping the hot plate for more! Before I knew it I finished the entire plate and was perfectly satisfied. I've been here several times more and have introduced this to quite a few more friends. Definitely a must try if you haven't. Don't be afraid of the sauces! Pro tip: spicy is actually spicy! You will smell like food after sitting here for a meal, think sort of like kbbq aftermath :) read more

Solid place for a late lunch. I liked the garlic butter and that you can add your own amount of garlic shoyu and teriyaki sauce as you mix it in. Rice gets crispy at the bottom which is great. Service was efficient and friendly read more

Sizzling Lunch - Curry Beef Udon - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

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My kind of a place and I walked in ready to fall in love but the food fell a tad bit short of my expectations. We got chicken katsu curry and chicken udon with garlic butter on the side. **chicken udon 3/5 I don't know if it's because I requested for the garlic butter on the side but the dish just fell flat and was super dry. Looks like garlic butter was not just the star ingredient but also the main source of flavor. **chicken katsu curry 3/5 The rice got extremely dry due to the hot plate, the chicken had a very thick and crisp coating. Even with the curry sauce the dish felt dry and difficult to eat. For close to $20 a plate, the quantities are definitely less. read more

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I ordered the tonkatsu curry, it was good. The pork cutlet was crispy but inside was bit chewy . The curry sauce was rich, savory,. read more

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I had a chance to visit Sizzling Lunch and I had a great time here! If you are looking for simple meat/rice on a nice sizzling platter with lots of flavor this is a great spot. The meal is well priced and plenty of food and everyone in our party enjoyed. The ambiance here is casual and the service here is fast. For food we tried: *Garlic Beef Pepper Rice - this was delicious and flavorful, I especially loved it with the teriyaki sauce that was on the table * Chicken Pepper Rice - this was also very yummy and the chicken ended up cooking to perfection in the sizzling plate *Cheese Fries - this is a huge portion so its nice to share with the table, but think of cheesy fries - simple yet decadent! Overall, we really enjoyed ourselves here and would go back if we are looking for a simpler meal. read more

Came here for a date night with my partner, and it was sooo good! He had the chicken katsu with curry, while I had the beef udon. The curry that comes with the chicken katsu is pretty good, and the chicken is juicy. The beef udon (my all time favorite) is very flavorful. The tables also have a variety of condiments to enhance the flavor! The service is quite good. We were kindly greeted, and was seated quickly. The only downside was that you have to order on your phone by scanning a QR code, and my partner and I had to wait quite a bit due to the poor phone service in the area. Other than that, was a great time! read more

Sizzling Lunch - Chicken Katsu with Curry Sauce - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

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As a first-time visitor, I was already impressed. . The Curry Beef Udon scored a perfect perfectly cooked noodles and excellent curry flavor. The Angus Steak is very tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The Karaage is crispy, tasty, and a solid classic. The Creamy Corn was okay but not my favorite. However it is still good, but not as standout as the other dishes. Overall, it was a comforting and satisfying meal that brought back memories of Japan. I'm already planning my next meal here read more

Always a great place to eat with friends. The serving sizes are well worth the price and it's fun to have this sizzling plate experience. I actually come here pretty often because it's close to my church and has great food. The interior is big but sometimes there's a wait because it's popular, although it's never been a long wait. Can't wait to come back! read more

Sizzling Lunch - Tempura Shrimp with Curry Sauce - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

Sizzling lunch has addictive food, mostly because of the large amount of butter, garlic and salt. The food is fresh and flavorful and served very quickly. The service is fast and friendly. I usually get the garlic pepper rice or noodles. I often get the chicken karaage or the cold tofu. All of these are large portions and taste great. I did get the curry chicken karaage rice recently but I didn't think that was very good. Overall, the place is clean and comfortable. There's almost never a line to get in. Your clothes and hair will stink after going here but it's worth it. read more

Sizzling Lunch - Beef Pepper Rice - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

We dropped by on a Saturday around 6 PM, and the place was about 70% full. With just one server managing the floor, we were impressed by his patience and clear explanation of how sizzling plates work (great for first-timers!). Ordering via the QR code was smooth, though a gentle reminder to hit "submit" would've saved a moment of doubt. When the food arrived--still crackling on the plate--it definitely made a great first impression. That said, for nearly $20 a dish, the portions felt on the lighter side, and the flavor needed a bit of DIY seasoning. If you're into hot, sizzling dishes and a casual experience, this place delivers a solid evening out. read more

Sizzling Lunch - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

Yummy!! I enjoyed my lunch here very much. The staff was friendly as well and accommodating. read more

Sizzling Lunch - Beef Pepper Rice - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

Came here to try some sizzling rice and was pleasantly surprised. The dining room was clean and no waiting for a table. There were plenty of parking spaces outside. The staff was very friendly. I ordered the garlic beef rice and the beef udon sizzling plate. Both are very good. The beef was soft and tender and the garlic butter adds to the intense flavor. However, I highly recommend adding the teriyaki and shoyu sauce. The hot sizzling plate infuses all the flavors together and forms a crust on the rice. Both dishes were very tasty. However, the portions were kinda small for what they charge. More meat would be nice. Also, the dining room is very cold. Every customer was wearing their coats while dining. read more

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The food was good, the place was clean, and the staff was extremely helpful. I was told i cook out my food at the table. The protein came out half-cooked; i finished the process with the sizzling plate. I ordered the chicken teriyaki and absolutely loved it. The burnt rice added an extra layer of flavor. I'll definitely be back to try other menu items. read more

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Always happy going to sizzling lunch as I ove their sizzling plates, but the corn cheese was just ok. It could have used more mayo and seasoning. The service was quick and friendly. Lots of seating and the booths are comfy. read more

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This place was a good outing. First, this location has a way better layout than their other location. The meal I got was great, on point . I really enjoyed the cooking process , I went heavy on the sauce. I will say though moving forward I will add the sausage but not the egg because I couldn't even taste the egg I added on read more

Sizzling Lunch - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

Sizzling Lunch is a different environment compared to all of the noodle houses in this area of Cupertino, which is good when you need a bit of a change. I came here with a friend on a weekday for lunch, and we got the garlic beef pepper rice and the beef udon to share after the waiter's recommendation. You sit at booths and order directly on an iPad, so you're able to really grasp the whole process of what you're getting. The food comes out super quickly, which is a plus! There's also condiments directly at the table so you flavor your food however you'd like it. The udon got soggy and sticky on the plate but the rice was nice and crunchy. The rice was the kind of dish where the longer it sits the better it tastes. Highly recommend the rice, but I would probably pass on the udon. I'd also recommend trying out the sauces because otherwise the flavor is pretty simple. read more

Sizzling Lunch - Garlic Beef Pepper Rice - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

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I ordered the spicy beef pepper rice and the flavor was a good-okay. I think they might be better enjoyed in person like I had the first time because the rice had no sear or crisp on it like it did before. The spice level I'd consider a medium, I liked it. My biggest issue and the reason for my rating was the beef...it was inedible. I sat and picked through all of it trying to find a piece that was chewable and it all wasn't. I eventually noticed it had also been cut with the grain, which definitely contributed to the negatives. It was a grainy like texture almost but then had these like...unchewable strings going through them. Idk what they are called but I gagged and just gave up trying to eat it. It's a bummer because they actually give a really good portion size of the beef. After reading other reviews on DoorDash I guess it's hit or miss when ordering from this place. If in person were an option for me I'd go but I can't. The gyoza was good, they steam a little in the box but that's expected, the edges stayed crispy. read more

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First time at this location and it was busy on a Saturday during lunch time. The food was delicious and came out in a timely manner. The kimchi pepper rice never disappoints, and everyone else enjoyed their dishes too. The restaurant is very well lit and clean, a pleasant experience. If you want the rice dishes to be gluten free, ask for no garlic butter. Great place! read more

Sizzling Lunch - Chicken Katsu with Curry Sauce - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

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"We should try this place." My standard line every time we leave Target, and I see the sign for this restaurant. It got so bad my husband started to make fun of me. Well, we finally made it to SZ for lunch on a Sunday, and I'm kicking myself for not coming here sooner. We walked in as they had just opened up; the hostess, who also pulled double duty as the sole waitress, welcomed us immediately, seated us, and explained how things work. Ordering is super easy via tablet. Pick your food, submit it to the kitchen, and add more things, if you like, later. We got: -Strawberry Sugarcane juice (4.5/5): not too sour, not too sweet -Cucumber salad (5/5): I could have slurped that marinade. The cucumber was fresh, and the portion was generous -Garlic beef pepper rice with added cheese (5/5): OMG, I did not see that coming. The way the rice got all crispy, the yummy flavors from the garlic butter and the teriyaki+shoyu sauces, and the generous portion had me smiling. And it was not greasy at all. -Black sesame cheesecake (4/5): this was on the smaller size, but was still tasty. Overall, it's a winner. My hubby enjoyed it so much that he was already talking about returning as we walked out. Yes, this will be a regular spot for us, for sure! read more

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Sizzling Lunch is a must whenever I am in the Bay Area !! I usually eat pepper lunch since I'm a SoCal girl and that's what we have at home... but i did notice that sizzling lunch portion size is so much bigger + they are not stingy with the meat :D The cheese fries are the star of the show here !!! SO good I wish they had that at pepper lunch. I also tried the beef udon here and was praying that pepper lunch added that to their menu & they did (finally!). I also lov that you can order at the table -- basically a self kiosk. read more

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I came here for the first time with my sister on a busy Memorial Day weekend! We got quickly seated, ordered on the iPad, and kid you not the food came out in 2 minutes! Not only is service amazing but it's fast too! Perfect place for friends and family! My sister got the garlic beef rice and I got the curry cheese beef rice. It's so delicious and they pack it with meat! read more

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I really like this location a lot!! I've been to the one next to paris baguette in south sj but this one is a lot nicer and bigger. There was no wait time to get in and the server greeted and seated us. I tried their pork belly rice this time but it was a bit on the greasier side. The onion beef rice is a hit though. I also got their strawberry calamansi and it was soo good. The server colin was actually very friendly towards us and had a convo with me and my brother. Overall I would def come back to their cupertino location again read more

Sizzling Lunch - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

This location has quickly become my favorite go-to spot. The spacious layout with booth seating is what I love besides the food. You can order straight from the Ipad at your table and it makes everything so convenient. Every time I come here, I always order the same two dishes --the beef udon and takoyaki--and I never get tired of them. The beef is incredibly tender and melts in your mouth, while the takoyaki, though not the most flavorful compared to other places, still hits the spot with its crispy shell and soft inside. It's my comfort food fix whenever I visit. Make sure you add enough teriyaki and garlic shoyu sauce tho or else it will be bland. I prob should try other dishes but these two are so good to not order!! read more

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Had a great experience dining here~ This location was very nice and had nice interior. There's a tablet at the table where you can order yourself. The dishes came out super fast and hot. I enjoyed it a lot and would definitely come back. read more

Sizzling Lunch - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

So excited that this location finally reopened after dealing with structural issues for the longest time! The table arrangement is a little different now, but overall still the same vibes. Upon being seated, you place your order on a tablet located at each table. When you pay at the end of your meal, you now have to go up to the counter at the front. You can tell they got new sizzling plates because they're still shiny and smooth! They seem to retain the heat extremely well, as my food was still super hot even by the last few bites of my meal. For the most part, the food still tastes the same. I usually get the Curry Beef Udon or Curry Beef Rice. The Curry Beef Rice now has cheese on top. Note: They have a check-in offer on their Yelp page, but when I tried to redeem it, they denied me and said that it hasn't been available for months...seems like something they should work on having removed on their page. They also offer Sugar Mama sugarcane drinks now. I got the Dragon Fruit sugar cane drink, but honestly, I wasn't really impressed with it. Next time, I'd skip it but will come back for the food! read more

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This location was super easy to get to and had a great time with family eating lunch here . Plates came out sizzling hot, and food was super flavorful. Wanted to sit at a more optimal booth location but the digital screen was broken at that specific booth. Otherwise, overall a good first time experience! read more

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Great for a quick and casual meal. Everything comes on a sizzling hot iron cast plate and you cook the protein yourself. My recommendations are the garlic beef pepper rice and Kimchi beef pepper rice. I usually add soy miso, shichimi togarashi, and black pepper for more flavor. Careful not to add too much at once and mix well. Enjoy! read more

Sizzling Lunch - Salmon rice - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

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Just opened ordered Udon noodle with beef Had side salad and appetizer chicken wings and seaweed salad plus a curry chicken rice plate! The server was a 12**. The dishes were piping hot though you better stir your meat around to Just gcook fairly fast before the platters cool down. Maybe the only glitch! The side fried egg for $1.00 is a great treat as well. The side salad was $2 and well worth it! The place is cozy has a nice table and chair set up and I truly hope they make it but I'm not sure they will have much customers come after 6pm as all the companies in the immediate area will be done for the day! The seafood salad well worth the $4.50 as is the spicy wings as well as the dinner salad. Like I said the service was a 12 and worth a 25% tip! We also received a 15% " soft opening" discount which I gave to the young Japanese Waiter! . Go folks! This was my original review!!! read more

A nice stone plate restaurant on Stevens Creek. You order the food at your table on an iPad and send the order to the kitchen. My goto order is always the Garlic Beef Pepper Rice. The food arrives on a sizzling hot stone plate. Make sure you start mixing it right away so that the meat cooks well. The table also provides sauces you'd definitely want to add so that the food doesn't burn. I love adding the teriyaki, garlic shoyu, and spicy miso sauce. read more

Sizzling Lunch - Garlic Beef Pepper Rice - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

I enjoy going to this location there's never a long wait. The food comes out pretty fast. My kids actually eats the whole meal and service is great Only thing I didn't really like is the apps. Their kind of bland and meh Gyoza 3/5 nothing special, crispy and normal frozen kind u can buy. The soyu dipping sauce is not flavorable 3/5 salmon with veggies, bland with the soyu sauce and honestly too cooked when I left too long on the plate 5/5 garlic beef rice is best here, flatten your rice and don't disturb to get a crispy rice. Overall a good weeknight dinner or lunch read more

Sizzling Lunch - Garlic beef and rice best combo - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

This place is great! You order on the tablet and can call for service through it if you need anything like more water, a takeout box, etc. The place has plenty of seating and have nice booths or regular tables. One thing I always get from this place is the cheese fries!! Upon serving, the cheese would be melting on top and you have to mix the fries quickly to make sure the cheese spreads evenly. The only thing is the fries at the bottom always end up getting a little burnt because the plate stays hot for so long, but it's so good I don't even mind lol. It's see My bf got the chicken katsu curry and tbh he wasn't a fan. The curry didn't have much flavor, but the chicken was good! He said he prefers to get the pepper rice instead. He thought the new spicy miso (not actually spicy) added a lot to his dish tho so def try the sauce! I got the spicy garlic beef pepper rice and I thought it was really good after adding more salt and teriyaki sauce. I wouldn't consider this dish spicy at all, but I'm still a fan of this and would get it again. Overall for the cheese fries alone I'd go back to this place again :) read more

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garlic beef rice 5/5: large portions so delicious, best teppanyaki place i've been to self service kiosk and lots of seating read more

Sizzling Lunch - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

The service and food here are great. We came during dinner time so there was a small 15 minute wait. The food is ordered through a tablet and did not take long at all to come out. I ordered the garlic beef pepper rice and thoroughly enjoyed it. read more

Its a fun restaurant where you get to "cook" your own food! The ambiance is really modern and provides a nice vibe. I got their classic Garlic Beef Pepper Rice, and just from the title, you know you can't go wrong. It's literally rice, garlic, pepper, butter, corn, with some slices of high quality beef. The fun part is that the meal is served to you raw on a "Sizzling" plate and you can use your fork/spoon to mix it up and cook. It ends up tasting like fried rice, but the flavors are really yummy due to the combination of garlic, butter, pepper and sauces. The food is pretty expensive for basically fried rice, but it's a great place to eat with friends and vibe! read more

Sizzling Lunch - Garlic Beef Pepper Rice - Steakhouses Near Me - Cupertino, California

The food tasted good overall, but the portions were disappointingly small for the price paid.