Food is always amazing here! Service is great and fairly quick even on weekends…read more Donny is a very kind, sweet, attentive, and helpful server! He gave us great recommendations for broth and meat choices. Never had a bad experience here, will be back many more times!!

Our servers were Angelo and Mel. Service was excellent, always looking out if we need more…read morerefills. I asked about the Kombu broth and he explained it real well, I might just try it next time areound. Thank you so much for a job well done

My girlfriend and I visited DPOT in Buena Park and honestly had a really good experience. The hot…read morepot has such a cool variety of noodles to choose from, along with plenty of vegetables, fresh fruit, and fresh meat. There's a lot of variety, so it was fun being able to try different things and make our own combinations. One of the things that really stood out to us was the steamer option. The staff actually cooks the food for you in the steamer, which was something I hadn't really experienced before and made the meal even more interesting. The steamed meat was especially good, and they showed us how to eat it wrapped in lettuce or cabbage with the sauces. Our server was also a big part of what made the visit enjoyable. He was really helpful and went out of his way to make us a green onion and chili sauce mixture. He even showed us how he personally likes to eat the steamed meat. It was a small gesture, but it made the experience feel much more personal and welcoming. Overall, DPOT was a really fun experience. Between the huge variety of hot pot ingredients, the fresh food, the unique steamer option, and the friendly service, it's definitely a place I'd come back to with my girlfriend.

This place is honestly one of my favorite places to visit! I love all the fresh vegetables, and the…read moresauces are absolutely top-notch. They even have free soft drinks, and they seem to have every Korean ramen you can imagine, which is pretty crazy! I always get the chicken because it's really good. I recently brought my girlfriend, who is vegan, and a friend who is gluten-free, and I really appreciated how accommodating they were with all of our different options. The lunch special is amazing too -- only $26 for all-you-can-eat! Great food, and something for everyone. Definitely one of my favorite spots!

The food here is really good, I am not gonna lie, the food is 10/10 tasty delicious. My sister and…read moreI usual come here to eat. And also the service is awesome. Everyone should come to this place more, everything is perfect, I don't know why not so many people know this place, Give it a shot!

With the surprise closure of Red Flame, SO and I have been on the hunt for a new place for soup…read more As any fan of hot pot knows, there is a rare intersection of PRICE and QUALITY that makes a spot a repeat attraction. That makes it 'The' place to go, even if it's a little further out. I believe ZZ has the potential to be that place. When we stopped by it was empty. The menu was QR code only, I know this is a downside for some, not so much for me, but worth mentioning. There are 2 restrooms, single user, roomy and very ADA-accessible, the illuminated mirror is a very nice touch. And the food? First point is the price. You cannot beat this price, I believe. For two of us, our total was around $40-something. The food itself? Delightful. Attentive staff. The sauces available on the table were good. I did opt for mild heat level, since I like enjoying my food and not panting like I'm in Hell in this heatwave, and the broth was very good. A nitpick I often have with hot pot is that there is far too much cabbage, but in this case I felt like it was pretty balanced. All in all, I am excited to come by and give it another try. I have very high hopes for this spot.

Came for lunch special $20.98 you get a choice of flat iron, toro, or pork belly. soup is not…read moreincluded. I got my usual spicy pork bone that never fails me. I don't come to this location much because it's not as convenient for me, but I've noticed that it's not busy here at all. There was only one other table besides ours during peak lunch time 12:30 pm on a tuesday. That's the perk of it, but there are other small details I've noticed that are different from other locations, one of them being the thickness of the green onions. I usually love how thinly sliced they are at Mokkoji but this location has them very big, coarsely chopped. Also the toro we got today was very fatty, a plus for those who enjoy fatty meats. I prefer the flat iron more lately bc of how lean yet flavorful it is. I noticed there were multiple tv's on the wall so it's nice to have and watch any games going on if you happen to need to. anyways, ultimately, mokkoji is my fave shabu of all time and this location is closest to home (but still kinda far) when i'm at my bf's i go to the irvine location more ~ Wanted to give a shoutout to the friendly and helpful server Caitlyn who helped me refill my kale multiple times throughout the meal! loved her attitude :)

If I want high quality Japanese style hot pot, this is my spot. There are places where you can get…read moreAYCE (Momo Paradise) and there are places that you can pay $$$$ for AYCE Wagyu (Mikiya, Wagyu House, X Pot), but I like that this place has quality meat options for $$$. My go to order is to get a "special for 2" of their "share beef set" to share with my wife. She likes the Spicy Pork Broth and I like the Spicy Sukiyaki. It's Japanese spicy, so it's more flavorful than spicy. If you want real spice, then you could ask the server for extra spice and they'll use a medicine dropper to add a few drops of serious heat into your sauces. In our shared meal, we prefer their marinated "toro fatty belly" and it comes with a huge order of meat, 2 pints of draft beer, an appetizer, and ice cream ($87 for two persons). If you choose a nice, fatty cut, then you will be pretty satisfied with the meat quality. My reasoning for this being 4 stars rather than 5 stars is that if you were to choose the wrong type of meat or if you don't order enough meat, then your experience will likely be suboptimal. Apparently, you can get refills on the veggies, so I'll try to ask for that next time! What I love about Mokkoji, however, is that the quality and value that I get with the special is ample for two and it's delicious!

I've had my fair share of shabu shabu in LA and Orange County, and Mikiya is by far my absolute…read morefavorite! The quality of meats is amazing, the sides are great, and the price is comparable to most shabu places I've been to. On top of the great food, service was exceptional. Christy was extremely kind and made the whole experience even better! We'll definitely be coming back!

We have always been big fans of this place but our meal today was even more spectacular than normal…read moreand it was because of the staff. Being new parents, eating out is always a struggle. Trying to eat while also trying to keep your toddler from getting into too much trouble. The mess left behind by a baby learning how to eat. It's always both a treat and a stress inducing experience eating out. John was so nice and brought my baby a balloon to help him calm down. It wasn't asked for and was a pleasant surprise. it was a thoughtful and helpful gesture and we truly appreciated it. christy with her enthusiasm and friendly smile was also a big part of why we enjoyed our meal so much. As always the food is amazing and we have been members for years so you know we recommend this place. Our go-to is the sukiyaki with the pasteurized egg for dipping. The rice with wagyu curry and minced wagyu are good too as well as the fried shrimp tempura and sweet potato fries. We pick and choose what veggies we want and they only bring us what we like. Ice cream is also there for dessert -- all included. Till next time, thanks!

We went with the premium AYCE menu and got our money's worth by piling plates up high with wagyu…read moreand ribeye! Note: There's a 90-minute time limit and no wait time between tablet orders. I love that everyone gets their own individual hot pot and choice of broth. Ordering meat through the tablet couldn't be easier. The buffet bar offers everything from seafood, vegetables, and mushrooms to sauces and even sushi. The staff kept everything running smoothly. They brought out our meat almost as soon as we ordered it, cleared away empty plates in no time, and stopped by often to top off our broths. The variety of food and speedy service make this a great spot for casual dates, hangouts, or family outings.

We came on a Friday night for a family dinner and were seated right away. We got a table next to…read morethe food buffet, which was convenient. They have a great selection of broths, noodles, and meats. They also have hot drops at the sauce station, which is a must for me when having hot pot! The meats came out quickly after we placed our orders on the tablet. Service was great. The staff stopped by many times to refill our broth and make sure we had everything we needed. They also offer a senior discount, which is great for my mom since she doesn't eat that much. Overall, we had a great experience. Good selection, fast service, and attentive staff. Would definitely come back!

Went to Mokkoji today for the first time, I tried their $20 lunch special which includes 10 pieces…read moreof the flat iron "Mokkoji" meat and the tea of the day (mango tea, was delicious) - and paid the additional $3 for the sukiyaki - it is definitely not too sweet or salty and still went well with all the sauces including the raw egg. I was satisfied with the plate of veggies and udon they provided, my only issue was the rice. I wish I took a picture but it had brown bits and was too mushy. I bought a second bowl of rice for my son to eat and he ended up spitting it out and I didn't eat mine. It was overall a good visit, service was nice and they were not busy around 1:15pm when we came for late Friday lunch. If they could fix the rice it would be better!

I say it all the time and I'll say it again- Mokkoji is my absolute favorite place for shabu shabu!…read more Everything from the fresh quality of meat and veggies, broth flavor, attentive service, to the overall ambiance of the place has always made me want to continue coming back. This garden grove location in particular is not as crowded as its other locations in OC but it's great since I don't usually have to wait in line :) I always get the Spicy Pork broth which is $5 extra but is well worth the price if you want a more rich and flavorful broth. The veggie bowls come with each order of meat and they're my second favorite part of the meal. My favorite part would be the meats themselves. They're so fresh and well-marinated and I love dipping them into the sauces they provide on the side. I would recommend my personal faves, the flat iron and toro. Additionally, the 2 times I've been here I've been given complimentary sake on the house. Though I'm not the biggest fan of sake, I appreciate a restaurant giving out complimentary drinks. It adds to a customer's overall experience :)

We love this place so much and we never have a problem waiting because it's so worth it! We always…read moremeet great employees that always take care of us. This time we met Reese who was so great. He made sure we didn't wait too long for anything. Making sure we had plenty of sauce and broth. He was fantastic:) thank you Reese we will be back soon!!

We've been to House of Shabu 2 a couple of times now, and this review is definitely overdue! My…read moreboyfriend and I absolutely love this place. We've tried all three of their packages, and honestly, they all offer something great. The food is delicious, the portions are satisfying, and we always leave feeling happy and full after having such a great time. The waiters are usually very busy, but they always do their best to get to you in a timely manner for refills or any other requests. I also really like their ordering system, you order everything through the QR code at your table, including meats, sides, appetizers, and more, and they bring everything out to you once it's ready. It makes the whole experience really convenient. And I have to mention the complimentary ice cream at the end! The matcha flavor is definitely our favorite. It's such a nice little way to finish the meal. Overall, we always have a great time at House of Shabu .Great food, good service, and a fun experience every time. We'll definitely keep coming back, and we highly recommend giving them a try!

The space is chilling and spacious that we don't feel crowded or squeezed at all!!!…read more So many broth options to choose from, and the angus beef quality is sooo good! They also have a big variety of meats! Lamb, chicken, pork, beef! There is something for everyone! The veggie, seafood, and hot food are self serve!

Came in here with my wife's family over the weekend and had a great experience! We came in around…read more4pm for our early dinner, hostess on Sunday by the way, super attentive and great service! Veggie and seafood bar was super fresh. Everything was stocked up, plenty of options. Not that I care for the seafood options but there are lots of options to choose from. Side options of chicken karage, fried dumplings, and rice cake. Let's talk about the main option! The beef! Your choice of beef belly, top blade, chuck eye, rib eye, and brisket. 5 different options for AYCE. Very generous in the portion size and you can also order half order. Meat is quality here and you could see the perfect marbling! Two options for your soup base as well. A good variety to choose from as well. Not a bad spot! Happy to revisit the next time we are in the area.

First time trying Malatang and my friend raved about this spot!! I love that it's self serve and…read morethere was plenty of options!!!! I filled my bowl up and got the beef soup base. They weighed our bowls and seated us. Food came out shortly after! There is also a sauce bar with yummy options! I love that there are intestines, crown daisy, tendon, and lots of options of mushrooms! Definitely need to come back to try the dry malatang! I wish they made us pay when we weighed our bowls tho!! We pay after eating which gets a little chaotic if you're paying separately from a bowl. They also have a loyalty card! Will def be back

I love YGF! I…read morenormally go to the Irvine location but I actually like this location better, although they do not open as late as Irvine- i found the quality to be a bit better. In terms of the ingredients and flavor of the broth. We waited maybe 20 minutes for dinner, but I love how they assign a table to make it more organized. They constantly restock their toppings on a busy Saturday night. Large variety of items to choose from. The sliced beef was pretty frozen and required us to chip away to grab some. The service is pretty friendly and quick!