After some of the negative reviews we had concerns but decided to try it anyways. I am so glad we did! The food was delicious and plentiful. The GF Ponzu was awesome and so welcome. Limiting gluten is important to me so that was a nice plus. The meat was delicious and thin and the vegetables were in great condition. The service was pleasant and I have no complaints. They were attentive and easy going. The rice was a standard spoonful that one would expect and the refill was more than enough. We will be back. read more

soo delicious!! came on the weekend and was worried it was going to be too busy. no one was here! i love restaurants like that. got the 6oz kobe beef. very delicious. i also got the salmon carpaccio. tasty but salmon slices are too thick and no truffle. got the baked muscles. the muscles were broken up which was strange also they were spicy. all in all this place is delicious i will def be back read more

Great soup! The service can be slow but we don't let that deter us from this clean soup adventure. I like the flexibility one has in the soup ingredient selection. Any time we feel cold we come here to get our rice and soup. The warm sake is good and it compliments the soups. After soup; we venture into the little shops at the kaleidoscope. read more

Food was delicious. I got the beef pot and it was flavorful, well-seasoned, and comforting. The portion size was great and everything tasted fresh. I'd definitely come back again and try other items on the menu. read more

It's not AYCE. But I really enjoyed the portion. I got the small plate and it was enough for me! They have sukiyaki, and other broths to choose from. Small area - bar service no booths. Join waitlist upon arrival. Service was good. Overall experience was good. I would go back again. Not bad. read more

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My wife ate with her friend at this establishment. She said it wasn't that great compared to most. Aside from that... there was a smell that seemed to have stuck on her clothing... a very rancid smell definitely from the restaurant. After removing the first layer of clothing... the smell seemed to have penatrated the 2nd layer as well. Remember to wear appropriate attire This establishment has very good branding. read more

Have walk past this restaurant for years and never tried it. Finally decided to give stop in with a friend and I'm so glad I did. The ingredients were all fresh and the soup tasted great and they offer free refills on veggies. Overall, it's a nice spot when the weather is cold outside. Our server was nice, but as the restaurant started to get busy. It took us several, tries to get his attention. Overall, I would recommend this Russia. read more

Slice Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

Came at noon on a Saturday and there was no wait. Service was impeccable. They refilled our waters, adjusted our stoves, and topped off our broths frequently. The quality is also great. I recommend the glass noodles even though they're extra, because they really soak up the soup flavors. The ramen is also handmade, not freeze dried, which is nice. I will say the miso broth has bonito flakes so the only true vegetarian / vegan broth is the kombu. read more

Slice Shabu - Vegetarian Gyoza with glass noodles and ramen - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

I decided to try Slice Shabu for lunch since I was in Fullerton for an event. I ordered a pint of Sapporo beer and 8 oz of Toro with brown rice and ramen noodles. The food was delicious. I especially loved the goma sauce. The sauce was made perfectly for meats. It came with a decent amount of veggies. I was definitely full and satisfied after I ate everything. The server was incredible. She was able to safe the whole restaurant on her own. And she was decently attentive and made sure each of the customers was taken care of. I was very impressed. I look forward to coming back and bringing some friends with me. I know they woukd really enjoy this place. And what's more, the prices are decent if not even more reasonable than most shabu places. read more

Slice Shabu - 1 pint of Sapporo - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

Came on a Sat night with no wait! I liked the presentation of the veggies, meat, and dipping sauce in the lil compartments. It made me feel so organized and neat while eating lol. I enjoyed the Toro meat (spelling). The 4oz was perfect for me but there are options for more oz for yall meat heads! Not ayce but will keep ya full and keep your cholesterol low LOL. Parking can be limited but there's structure parking on the weekends if you're lucky read more

Slice Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

I like how you can order 4, 6, 8 or 12oz of meat!! I chose 6oz, but probably could've had 8 I got double the udon as well! Btw, I had two drops of spice, and it was super spicy!! I'm glad I didn't add them to my broth too-so watch out, because I normally like spice, but this was a killer! read more

Slice Shabu - 6oz of meat! - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

If I can give this place five stars 10 times I would! I've tried several hot pot places, and can confirm that this is best all around.. read more

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Stopped by for a very late lunch on a weekday and it was so empty but soooooo good! This shabu spot is located in the heart of downtown fullerton and is on the smaller side. Our server was super cool and friendly! Lots of variety in meat choices and definitely one of the more customizable shabu spots I've been to. Prices are high but worth it. I ordered the 6 oz 1855 Black Angus Prime Ribeye per our server's recommendation and was not disappointed! Meat was sliced into large pieces and was tender. Ponzu and goma were both very good as well! We were concerned about the fact that you have to pay for extra sauce because we tend to use a lot and other shabu places we've been to don't do that and it looks like there isn't much sauce on the plate but the openings are actually pretty deep so it's definitely enough sauce! I do feel like the veggie portion was a bit on the smaller side but it was perfect for me. I also really liked the presentation of my food. It came in a bento box which was very convenient in saving space on the table because usually eating shabu involves a million dishes that crowd the table! The 6 oz of meat wasn't enough for me so I got a soup base at the end and ended up getting full! I def recommend using their spicy sesame oil to add some spice and flavor to your meat and soup! It was a 5/5 overall! My family and I were pleasantly surprised by this place, we didn't expect it to be as good as it was! On the pricier side but def worth it! Can't wait to come back! read more

Slice Shabu - 6 oz 1855 Black Angus Prime Ribeye - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

Glad to have a shabu spot right on downtown of Fullerton. Came in for lunch on a sat and the place was pretty dead inside but I got excellent service, the servers were attentive and nice. Meat was fresh, the goma and ponzu sauces were also delicious. Talking about pricing and portions I got the 4oz lamb for $24 with no unlimited veggies. With their price point offerings I'd way rather go to an ayce spot that offers unlimited food. Maybe they should consider doing ayce option to get more customers. read more

Slice Shabu - 4oz lamb - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

I love shabu but this location didn't give an enough! The portion is too small! They used to have unlimited veggies but not anymore, the rice bowl used to be filled up to the top and now it is 1/4 of that.. like a small scoop of rice! The meats were reduced to a small portion and don't forget the soup! They didn't even fill up half way of the pot! I was in shocked! The service was nice n ambience too. I won't come back anymore! read more

Slice Shabu - 6 pieces of meat lol - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

If you've done shabu, I'd say this is more for couples or lone diners. You get your own pot, but the seating is all like bar style, so if you have a group, you may not be talking to everyone. The service was great, she explained everything well and even offered to help my dad mix his sauces and spices. Loved the sukiyaki broth, sweet like I like. The meat was tender and tasty. My biggest complaint was that they didn't give too many noodles. Parking can be crazy, but if you're ok paying for parking it's pretty easy. read more

Slice Shabu - Combo A - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

I'm still in level beginner when it comes to Shabu Shabu but I'm not too far from intermediate level. Met with my friends here for the first time around 6:30 pm on a Monday, November 25th. My go-to/favorite Shabu Shabu place so far is Broth in Cerritos. Unfortunately it's not all you can eat, but it is filling and very good. They are located in Downtown Fullerton off Harbor Blvd. and if you can't find street parking there's a lot on the west side of Harbor Blvd. off Amerige and it's a tiny walk to the restaurant. Seating is counter seating and I would say it's a medium sized location. Your order comes out on a tray and the broth in a bowl and you basically dunk everything in the broth. Service was fast in the beginning and then the crowd started to build inside and it slowed down a little towards the end. By the time we left, it was completely full in there and when we arrived there was one other party there and completely empty. If you're in the mood for a nice place to have Shabu Shabu that's not a chain then Slice is the spot. I think it's great for dates or small gatherings of 3 or 4 friends. read more

Love this olace! The service is always friendly, and they keep things moving smoothly, even though it's first come, first served. The food is consistently great, fresh ingredients, tasty broths, and generous portions. You'll definitely leave full and satisfied. The vibe is casual, and the staff makes you feel welcome every time. Plus, you get a lot of food for the price, making it a great value. Definitely a go-to spot whenever you're in the mood for hot pot! read more

Slice Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Food was good. The atmosphere was a little off. The staff don't seem like they want to be there. Everyone was saying the automatic tip is bad but I did not believe until now. I think 20% tip for a party with 2 kids 8yo and 12yo and 1 elderly 80 yo barely eating much is bad. 20% tip for 5 regular adults is more reasonable. FYI, we had milk teas and snacks at Duoduo Snacks center in the morning so still full. We ordered 3 x 12oz portions and extra noodles for the kids and we cooked for them. The kids did not eat any veggies. The staff refused veggie refills for all of our 3 orders just because we shared a little rice and some meats with the kids. Fine, we ordered 2 extra veggies. Money is not a problem to us but their attitude and their acts are not very good for 20% tip!!! I guess I will go to the one in HB only now. And you should try the one in HB too. The vibe, the music, the atmosphere is very warm and more welcoming. And no 20% tip with kids or sharing with your kids in HB for sure. read more

Slice Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

The last time I went to Slice Shabu was about 2 years ago. My partner and I weren't too sure if we wanted to have hot pot here as it has been a while since I came here. This place is a bit small. However, it was very comfortable. Service was a bit slow but I think it's just because there were not too many people working the day we went. None the less, the food delivered and the meat was nice and tender. read more

First time here and definitely will not be my last. Was very impressed with the food and the service. I was take care of by Karen at the bar - who helped me understand the concept of how to cook my meat. Kelly also was helping her out by refilling my beverage. Both were very attentive. I had the edamame to start - then had my USDA Ribeye & Kobe Chuck Eye steak. A little pricey but worth every penny. The setup of the restaurant is a unique one. Not a very large space but the presentation is done well and kept clean. Keep up the great work! read more

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We came to Slice specifically because it listed gluten free options on the menu. We were a party of four but it was a little trick y seating-wise as there is only a high or low bar option for seating. I should have checked that before going- I just assumed there were actual tables. Or service was absolutely wonderful! Our server was very attentive and offered more broth and vegetables often. The three stars are for the gluten free options only. There is one gluten free broth option- kombu. A quick Google search revealed this is made by boiling dried kelp. However, the broth tasted like hot tap water- no flavor save the slightly chemical flavor of the tap water. There was a tasty gluten free ponzu sauce that I dipped my food into directly to in order to give the food some flavor. I even tried putting a copious amount in my broth to up the flavor, but it got watered down quickly. The gluten feee option for noodles, glass (rice) noodles cooked up nicely and were an additional cost. The meat and veggies were of good quality. Our server was a bit apologetic regarding the lack of options for gluten-free folks like myself, and even said she would check in about getting more options in the future. If they did so, I would give it another try, but until then I'm afraid to say that we won't be back. read more

The spicy edamame was a delicious surprise! It had some sweetness to it & I AM HERE FOR IT! I had to ask the waiter what that sweetness was omg I got the combo pork belly & short rib with ramen, white rice, goma sauce, and one of the spicy sauces. The presentation was so cute; it all came in a large bento box. I have been here a few times now & the overall experience each time has been consistent with good service, food, cleanliness, no wait time, etc. read more

Slice Shabu - Spicy edemamme - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

As far of shabu shabu places, this was pretty mid if I'm being completely honest. Came here with some friends for my friend's bday, and honestly, it was a bit of an awkward and mid experience. If you're with a group, it's very likely you'll be sat around a bar making it difficult to talk with people. I ordered the sukiyaki broth with toro and pork belly. You get vegetables and vermicelli noodles and can pick 2 sauces. I felt that the broth was pretty bland and the meats while good, I couldn't really distinguish from other hot pot places I've been to. While the vibes and service were great, I think this was a pretty standard hot pot place. read more

Slice Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

Best shabu around, IMO! I've been going to Slice Shabu for years -- back when they were still called Sakura -- but felt compelled to leave a review today after having a disappointing experience elsewhere on Sunday. Thank you, Slice! :) read more

The ambiance was great in this restaurant as it gave off a late night bar feel and service was pretty good. The workers were very helpful with the menu and selections. It's much more Americanized than most shabu restaurants. The vegetable selections included uncommon veggies for shabu such as onions, broccoli, and carrots - which I did not care for as opposed to mushrooms and more cabbage or pumpkin at other places. It also came with a small amount of udon and rice (you can get a refill on veggies and rice). For meat, I chose the smallest meat portion of 4oz of beef belly. It's enough if you want a lighter meal. The sauces and broth (miso) were good, but my biggest complaint is that it's so awkward to reach far across the bar for yourself to grab items from your soup. Also you cannot control the heat on your broth yourself because the controls are on the other side of the bar where only the servers and see and reach. Overall, not a bad option if you're really craving shabu and are in the area for convenience, but there are much better options! read more

Slice Shabu - Beef belly - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

The ponzu sauce is an amazing dip! As well as the garlic (extra charge but worth it). Sharon was awesome and epitome of a perfect server! Remember to ask for hot drops for a kick! I loved my Tom yum, and the other soup bases were nice too. You can combine 2 for no addt charge. Unlimited veggies!!! Plethora of meats, and veggies. Parking in garage across street, it was free for us on a Saturday afternoon. I'll definitely come back! read more

Solid spot for shabu. Combo A is the perfect portion size. I recommend the Sukiyaki broth. Overall ambiance and service are great. Location being in the heart of Fullerton makes it easy to walk around and explore afterwards, which is a big plus. Will be coming back! read more

Slice Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

The Wagyu short rib was amazing. The employees were great. We will definitely be coming back.

Food was decent but the service was disappointing for a first time visit. Came with a group of people and the lady didn't explain that if I declined a refill, the rest of the group would not be able to get. Absolutely ridiculous. How was I supposed to know? Also tricked us in to paying tip twice even though we all paid separately. They also made a couple that was already there sitting to move just so they could fit us. Never seen that happen before. They should change the seating to fit more people. Maybe like short square tables. It wasn't comfortable eating that kind of food in tall chairs in a circle facing other customers. Very awkward! read more

The portion size for a Combo A was perfect! It wasn't too filling but it was still satisfying. I got the tom yum broth which tasted great with the vegetables! read more

Slice Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Modernized trendy shabu spot in downtown Fullerton! The seating and vibe is like Kazunori, but for shabu shabu~ kinda mind-your-own-business vibe lol. Flavors are also a little more Americanized than Asian but still yummy. If you're used to the traditional shabu style, like Shabuya or Haidilao, you might expect a communal hot pot, but here it's individualized which makes it more sanitary, esp if you're not coming with family. You're also not facing each other, so might be good for first dates, coworkers lunch, or just me-time. We ordered: Spicy garlic edamame (4/5) Chicken Karaage (2/5) Two shabus (5/5) I got the combo where I choose 2 different kinds of beef - short rib and prime ribeye And then mochi ice cream for dessert! (5/5) Must get the green tea & mango mochi ice cream! While I enjoyed my overall experience here today, I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. read more

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We got the tonkotsu and spicy miso broths. Both were good, but tonkotsu was better. The meats was really good! The sauces weren't my favorite though, not super flavorful. Restaurant is cute, but feels a little like a fishbowl with the windows and its location at an intersection. Service was fine. read more

Slice Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

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My little family loves this place. Their employees are very welcoming. They treat you like family. The food is amazing & we continue to eat here because of their amazing customer service. read more

Found this place online and made a reservation through their website reservation page. When we showed up on time, they said they don't take reservations. The waitress said they didn't update their website, also said this kind of situation happened before, but they still chose to do nothing about their website and refused to honor our reservation. Even though the waitress said she would see what she could do, she simply went inside and came out to send us away. Later on, we found out, there was no party ahead of us when we decided to leave unhappily. Poor management and staffs are not willing to work. read more

Terrible service. My family has been coming here for years and we just couldn't believe the decline in customer service. The amount of money charged for a meal justifies at minimum the expectation of respectful customer service. I think it's time for a new spot. Any recommendations? read more

Unfortunately, no customer service it sucks. They don't acknowledge you when you walk in. My husband and I had to ask other customers if we need to sign in or they take our names. Also, only two people running this restaurant, food was delayed. Please don't come here if you want great service. read more

Slice is just one of those places that's an amazing experience, fun place to go with friends, especially when it's cold outside. The place is very clean and they offer high-quality products and the experience of cooking them yourself is all part of the fun. The service is OK but they don't have to do a whole lot after setting you up. Which is fine because it's not expected and they are available if you need them. We will continue coming here because it's always great go to on a cold night. read more

Slice Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

Been coming to this place for over 15 years, through all of the name and ownership changes. It used to be great food and service. This last time I went with my family (June 2025), the 2 waitresses were incredibly rude and gave us so much attitude simply for asking for garnishes, dishes, a straw....really anything. The waitresses were audibly complaining to each other simply because we asked for garnishments. After the garnishments were finally brought to us, they were snatched away and brought to another table. The restaurant offers one free refill on rice, sauce, and a small portion of vegetable....however, they refused to give anyone in our entire party any refills of anything except water because my daughter ate a couple of noodles from my wife's plate. On top of this awful customer service, their prices have literally more than doubled over the years...If prices are going to be doubled, I don't expect the attitude to be doubled as well. If you're looking for an enjoyable experience, I suggest you go somewhere else. read more

This location of Slice is perfect if you prefer a quieter spot. It's never too busy, which I really appreciate since I can get a bit claustrophobic in crowded places. The ambiance is cozy, and the staff is always super friendly, making the experience even better. Whether you're grabbing a quick slice or sitting down for a relaxed meal, it's a comfortable spot that keeps me coming back. read more