Been coming to San Mateo for a bit and never knew there was a shabu place until recently. Typically…read morefor hot pot, I'm used to SeaPot or Little Sheep/Happy Lamb, so was pleasantly surprised. $34.95 for AYCE regular or $38.95 for supreme AYCE which includes some more gourmet cuts of meat. Honestly, paying a little bit more is worth it since the quality of the American wagyu and the beef toro is so good compared to the Angus. You can only order two meat portions at a time but you can have up to four rounds, so not bad. Plus the portion is pretty good for one serving. I enjoyed the black garlic tonkotsu broth. They also have a great selection of veggies, meat and noodles. I recommend their ramen! Overall, definitely would come again.

First time here and we really liked it and the kids loved it! Food is very well proportioned…read moreThe broth was very good we had sesame hot oil and the black garlic broth. It got busy and they were understaffed but they pulled it together. The only thing is that kids age 4 and up pay $17 bucks I think that's a bit too much for little kids and the price for vegetarian or vegan is the same price as for the meat lovers!

AYCE hot pot for the win! Came to Taichi Pot Shabu Shabu after they were featured on Yelp's top 100…read moreplaces to eat in the Bay Area list. Even though they aren't too far from me I hadn't heard of them before. It's an unassuming spot tucked into a shopping center next to a bagel and water shop, but it gets crowded, and for good reason. This was only my second time ever having hot pot, the first time was not AYCE and was an individual pot, so it was fun to try the shared AYCE way. We picked two broths, the Shrimp and signature, and then went down the menu selecting proteins and other add-ons. We went with the Ultra over the supreme so we could get some of the nicer cuts of meats. They have happy hour pricing of a few dollars off earlier in the evening, which was going on when we were in. Non-meat dd-on favorites included the Napa cabbage, kabocha squash, ramen, bok choy, and shitake mushrooms. We got the Enoki mushrooms the first round, but switched to shitake for round two and they were the favorite. My boyfriend's favorite meat was the wagyu, and I was partial to the pork and angus beef, but everything was good.

Soups: . Black Garlic Tonkatsu…read more. Tom Yum Broth AYCE :) Picked the Ultra Option for more meat selection and Mini Gyudon Rice Bowl (had 4 bowls of it, it's so flavorful and delicious). Soups are flavorful, garlic actually comes through, meat is good quality that melts in your mouth, marbling looks good. I will say that the broth does end up becoming really salty near the end but you can ask the servers for more broth.

Traditional Tai Chi taught by the best Shi-Fu. The REAL deal. When done correctly, the impact on…read moreone's health is amazing. It takes at least a year of hard work and frequent practice before you start seeing changes. Now after almost 2 years my back is stronger, my posture much improved, I feel more energetic, and overall feel YEARS younger! The more you put into your practice the more you get out of it. They are very attentive to the students and always thrive to teach the correct form, breathing, posture and movements, no shortcuts. Shi-Fu Wong is truly dedicated to teaching his art and helping all his students improve. Highly recommended.

From the owner: The Tai Chi Mantis Institute provides traditional Chinese Martial Arts instruction for students of…read moreall ages: Tai Chi Chuan and Qi Gong (Internal) as well as Praying Mantis Kung Fu (External). Traditional training principles are employed to deliver a balanced program that includes excellent physical and technically accurate training in movement and technique, as well as training of character traits such as Integrity, Generosity, Self-discipline, Respect and Humility. Training is individualized according to each student's development, capability and level of effort and students are continually assessed to better direct their training program. The Tai Chi Mantis Institute was established in 1974 by Sifu Wong Lam Ling who continues a long lineage of Chinese Martial arts instruction. The School is also a founding member of the US Chuk-Kai Tai Chi Praying Mantis Federation.

Attended the Free Taichi and Qi Gong classes by Alex at the Civic Park in Walnut Creek two Sundays…read moreago. It was a very focused and peaceful session. Alex was very clear with his instructions. I felt that it really helped me in centering my mind and aligning my body. Thank you Alex for the session.

I've been attending this Yoga Tai Chi Qigong Class since March of this year and it's been extremely…read morebeneficial to my health,both emotionally and physically. It helps me my focus become clearer for the rest of the day & it helps reduce stress. Though I deal with chronic pain 24/7 it helps relax my muscles enough so that my body can tolerate dealing with the pain better. Alex gives really helpful instruction during the entire practice. I would highly recommend this class to anyone. Though it's quite early on a Sunday morning,it is SO worth going to! ***The title posted here of this class should be modified so that people are not confused,as it's not a Yoga class,it is a Tai Chi class.***

What a wonderful, peaceful, and friendly community…read more I came here to have a demonstration of tai chi and was kindly invited to try it with them. This is a volunteer based community of people with a common interest to be healthier mind, body and soul. Watching the group practice tai chi was so peaceful. What a beautiful harmonic movement. I highly recommend this community for those seeking to improve their physical health, balance, and to be a part of a community.

It's a fun and welcoming place. I love the tai chi exercise, and it's helping to ease my arthritis…read morehip pain. And there are many flexible weekly classes available that you can attend as often as you like with a reasonable monthly donation.

I always get the General Tso's chicken. One of the best in the city. I always get my food to take…read moreout. The restaurant ambience is below average.

Order: Sesame…read morechicken: tender boneless pieces of chicken in a mixture tangy and spicy sauce. lettuce on the bottom for the base. Employees in front are friendly and provide fortune cookies. There are tables for dine in, and place is clean. chicken is tender. food gets expensive each year, but the taste is the same

Tai Chi Gong classes are realxed, but powerful. It is one of the only. Programs teaching the…read moretraditional Yang style 108 in this area. I also attended an excellent sushi cooking class at Sugi Health.

From the owner: At Sugi Health we specialize in working with clients who want to improve their health through…read moremodalities that incorporate all aspects of wellness. * SugiTouch - a neuro-muscular movement therapy, is very effective with children with disabilities, parkinson's, scoliosis, and other neurological or structural issues * Acupressure (needle-less acupuncture) - uses gentle finger pressure to remove neck, back and headache pains; improve issues of digestion or PMS. * Reiki - an energy balancing practice applied through the laying on of hands for pain relief, inflammation, detoxification, anxiety, headaches, all around wellness * Flower Essence therapy - heals mind and emotions, relief from anxiety and grief. We offer weekly classes in Tai Chi Gong, monthly meetings in A Course in Miracles and one year programs working with the Elements and Seasons.

Grandmaster Marilyn Cooper is an true gem in the world of Tai chi. She has 40+ years of experience…read moreand she's well versed in the system of Tai chi. The peace games that she has created is a great way to give young and old people an introduction into Tai chi beyond just mimicking forms. It's a great partner exercise that can be used to create better spacial awareness for the people who practice it. I highly recommend that you stop by and take a lesson from her!

From the owner: Beginner to Intermediate Kung Fu, Tai Chi & Qigong Lessons Available for Children, Youth, Adults &…read moreElders!

I had come across Tai Chi and its benefits many times. In my mindfulness class meditation we…read morepracticed Qigong. I had kept Tai Chi in the back of my head for many months. Eventually, I decided to take classes to learn the art and form of Tai Chi and achieve some of its benefits. I started taking classes at Tai Chi Chuan in Berkeley with Andreas Asmus over four months ago. I fell in love with Tai Chi almost immediately. It was like meditation in motion. The graceful and effortless movements (not mine, but Andreas') opened up a new challenge for me. After taking Andreas' class for over four months, I can feel and see the benefits in my life: - My awareness has improved - Anxiety is "relaxing" - My body is getting stronger - Tai Chi has complemented and enhanced my mindfulness meditation - I feel sharper and smarter - After practicing Tai Chi, I get a "Runner's high". I am an ex-marathon runner, and I feel that sudden euphoric feeling that I experienced during my long runs. Tai Chi makes me happy. Andreas is an exceptional teacher. His dedication to his students and humble demeanor makes you feel very comfortable, even when you turn right instead of left or you move your right hand instead of your left foot. He does not rush through his class and spends the time to teach each student in a very personal and professional way. I highly recommend Andreas. I actually, I urge every reader to give Tai Chi and Andreas a chance. For those that are looking to shed stress and acquire awareness, peace and happiness, Tai Chi is the way to go.

I wanted to share my experience taking classes with Andreas, who is the instructor for Yang Style…read moreTai Chi Chuan in Berkeley. I've been taking classes with him for a little over a year now and plan to continue doing so. My original intent was to find a martial art which aligned both the 'inner' and 'outer,' so to speak. I had some previous experience with other martial arts, but this time I was seeking an art form that didn't just focus on self-defense or simply repeating move sets to achieve the next colored belt. I was looking for a genuine form which had a meditative aspect while simultaneously teaching the martial art. My experience in taking Tai Chi with Andreas has been exactly that. Andreas is a kind and patient man who displays a deep understanding of the art form. He does not rush on getting through the movements quickly, but rather repeats them as necessary until all of the intricacies of each form are learned. Students are encouraged to turn the mind 'off' and to 'listen' as each movement is carried out, returning awareness to the present. I know the classes are working for me because of how I feel after each class; centered, clear and calm. Classes are an hour long, and offered on a couple evenings during the week. The studio he teaches at is in Berkeley near San Pablo and Dwight. The class sizes are small, which is great because it gives everyone a chance to have the individual attention necessary for improving their form. I would recommend this class to anyone who is looking for an 'internal' art form, which has been proven to provide health benefits both physically and mentally.

I want to say something about my teacher, whose name I know in English as Patty Li. I've been…read moretaking the Friday taiji class at the Berkeley YMCA for about a month and a half My name is Rick, and I have neuropathy in my hands and feet, but Patty who I met at the Y suggested that I come to the Friday Taiji class. I use a walker for balance, and sometimes need to lean against the wall so I don't just tumble over But Patty invited me and I came. Since I started the class I have noticed a marked improvement in my balance, my strength and my ability to focus my breath and my attention in my body Patty is an incredible teacher, a master of her arts, who has been doing martial arts, since she was a child in Beijing. I didn't know any of this when she invited me to class. Most people when they see me and my walker write me off as being unable to do things, but Patty didn't see any of that, she just saw another human being with a willingness to learn, I think she's incredibly perceptive person. So I started coming to the class and have only missed once in about two months I've been going to the Y every other day for swimming and some weight training, but Friday has become my favorite day I do the taiji class at 10 AM, and then I follow it up with a swim It was very clear to me from the beginning that Patty is an incredibly disciplined person, but what I really love about her, is her grace, and the humor with which she teaches... in other words she makes it really fun. Regardless of different peoples capability in class, she works with each of us so that we can become stronger, more balanced, and more able to practice this beautiful moving meditative art form She is a treasure, and I am blessed to have her as my teacher, and the YMCA is blessed to have her as part of this community 老师，谢谢 Thank you teacher

Are you a parent looking to encourage your kids (especially Chinese-American kids) to start martial…read morearts? Have cash to spare? Great! Are you an adult who learned some wushu as a child, fell out of practice through your teens, and want to pick it back up as an adult? Try a drop-in class for $35, and then see if you want to continue here. In my case, after two classes, I found another school to practice with. I hesitated leaving a poor review because why bother with all these 5 star reviews stacked against me? But I remember why I use Yelp: to consult legit reviews before I spend money on any establishment. Hence, I feel the need to pen this review, especially if there are fellow adults considering wushu here. That one review that says Wushu West takes adults seriously and caters to them too? Maybe that used to be the case, but from my experience, not anymore. Flashback time! My brother and I were wee elementary students enrolled in Wushu West. I remember enjoying the class. For unknown reasons, my parents stopped enrolling us. However, that experience (along with kung fu class in Chinese school) built the foundations of kung fu stances, kicks, and flexibility that I have carried on to this day. My biggest regret was that I never advanced far enough to work with weapons. Fast-forward to present day. I am a young professional who can do pullups & deadlifts. For several years, I kept eyeing Wushu West through the internet, promising myself I'd go back. Stars aligned, and I made my first visit back with a drop-in class. The class was filled with kids younger than me. Where were the adult students that were said to be attending this class too? For a good half hour, Shifu Patti (mind you, I'm only calling her Shifu out of respect) lead the class through warmups, which frankly feel like a huge waste of time, something that should be done before class starts. It's just jogging, jumping jacks, some kicks, and LOTS of stretching and counting in Chinese. I'm here to learn, not to do warmups that I can do by myself. Even when you're doing wushu exercises (various kicks, spins, stances, etc), Shifu doesn't lead them. It's her kid students leading the exercises. They go so fast, I can't keep up with forms and sequences I'm supposed to maintain and follow, so I flounder along while watching with a mix of admiration for the kids, and frustration that I can't keep up nor am I taught properly on how to keep up. Yes, the cool student leader will stop and walk through it with you a few times at most, but then it's on to the next cool move...that I can't keep up with. Meanwhile, Shifu sits on the sidelines. I came back one more time to see if it was an improvement from the first class. The oldest student I saw here was a man, but everyone else was a kid, with the eldest one maybe in high school. My gripes: 1) Shifu does NOT take into consideration my experience and skill level. I am either doing kiddie exercises or floundering with being unable to keep up with advanced moves. 2) My second visit here, I was assisting moving furniture, when my shin slammed into a wooden part of a furniture. It hurt like a MF-er, to the point that I felt the impact down to my shin bone. I had a deep cut on my shin. Although it clotted quickly, it swelled up to a huge bump. Shifu kept repeating, "It's just skin, you'll be fine," when I told her that I could feel the pain in my bone too. Way to be sensitive. 3. Shifu had me sign a release form after I was hurt. Whenever I sign anything, I take a photo of it on my phone so that I can have the form for my records. Shifu Patti gave me attitude and said, "We don't do that here, you don't need this record." I explained I do this whenever I sign a form. She said, "Why do you need a copy of this record? It's no one's business." Excuse me, this is MY BUSINESS. As a customer, it's my absolute right to take a photo of anything I sign for my records. She gave me major attitude. I really could not believe I had to argue for a copy of my records. 4. When I said bye to her (after she had a conversation with a kid's parents and nicely said bye to them), she wouldn't look at me and then barked that I can't pay drop-in prices anymore, I have to commit to a monthly plan if I wanted to continue here. I simply asked her to remind me of pricing, and she just waved me off, snapping, "You already took a photo, isn't that what you took that for?" Bless San T for his Yelp review from 2013, when he said, and I quote: "when it comes to business and money, she is downright horrible. and cheap...the way you run your business is part of the practice.  And you can't ignore a shady businessperson no matter how great of a teacher they are." I wonder how many other people have left with a bad experience, and just don't want to write Yelp reviews. Maybe my parents took me and my brother out of this class because of their experience with Shifu Patti. I'll never know.