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If you want a hot pot experience that is truly worth the price, Yumiyaki is the spot. We opted for the Diamond Menu at $88 per person, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. Seeing our friends only a couple of times a year called for this kind of birthday celebration. The highlight of the meal is the sukiyaki option. Before they even pour the broth, the server grills the initial cuts of Japanese A5 Wagyu right in front of you to flavor the pot. It is a fantastic presentation, and the meat melts in your mouth! The brisket was my Hubby's favorite! It truly does melt in your mouth! For the all-you-can-eat rounds, the A5 chuck ribeye and brisket are incredible, offering a perfect level of richness. Beyond the hot pot, the Diamond tier gives you access to premium sushi and specialty items. The A5 nigiri with foie gras and the uni toro bowl were exceptional and tasted incredibly fresh! Those were my personal favorite! They also have a great self-serve bar stocked with high-quality sauces, hot pot sides, prawns, scallops, and wagyu curry. We finished our lunch with their ice cream dessert, but the green tea ice cream didn't taste anything like green tea so I may opt for another flavor next time. The customer service was attentive throughout the night, ensuring our meat plates were constantly replenished during our 90-minute limit. I was relieved we had a waitress that was knowledgeable and helped us a whole lot with the process and the menu. Reservations -Using the Yelp reservation helped secure our spot in the event there were a lot of people that day. However there wasn't a wait when we showed up on this particular Sun at 11:30 am.
Overall experience was great. Had reservations aat 830 but came at 755. Was told theyd text us if a spot opened up. Walked about 10 feet away and got a text and saw the host running to get us since someone cancelled. They have a sukiyaki only one that i sould get since they grill it then put the broth in which is interesting. I wanted to try both since it was the first time coming. The sukiyaki broth was rrally good. It wasnt overly sweet or salty like other places. The meat in sukiyaki and dipping it in the egg was amazingg. They have a self service area where you can get veggies, little sides like takowako, okra, tofu, etc. They also have hot tea, milk tea, yakult and soda that yoy can get. There also curry, sauces, and Ice cream. I enjoyed it here. I just wished they had deep fried buns with condensed milk. Parking is horrible tho
Yumiyaki is our go to special occasion spot. We've been here for birthdays, anniversaries, etc. and it never disappoints! The quality of the food is worth it for the price. Yes, it's a splurge (especially in this economy), but sometimes you gotta treat yoselfff LOL We got their Diamond tier on our visit today & our favorites were 1) the one-time A5 ribeye 2) the A5 wagyu nigiri with caviar and 3) the A5 chuck roll. Don't sleep on their carpaccios too! What compelled me to finally write a good review today was our server Elias. He gave great recommendations, helped us through the membership process, was quick & was overall just a cool dude to chat with. So shout out to Elias! In terms of wait, we went on a Monday at around 6PM & there was no wait. Though we've been on weekends and it certainly gets more crowded, so plan accordingly!
overall: very good experience. I'd come back. food: we got the Gold package and everything was so good. we tried some of the nigiri and it was very fresh. They have a self serve section with veggies and other stuff to put in the broth. they even have curry and rice but I didn't get to they offer both milk tea and calpico. service: the staff were super attentive and nice. they would come pretty quickly to clear the empty meat plate. ambiance: we came on a tuesday night and had a reservation. but it actually wasn't too busy so even without reservation there probably wouldn't have been a wait. parking: parking for me wasn't bad, there was a lot of parking available. there is a parking lot but depending on how busy the yes plaza is it can sometimes be hard to find parking. bathroom: they have two bathrooms and it was pretty clean.
Yumiyaki is absolutely worth the splurge. I loved it so much I decided to opt in for their membership. Their self service bar has vegetables, seafood, curry, soda, and milk tea! The sashimi and tartare is fresh and delicious! If you're a sukiyaki lover like me, theirs is simply delicious. Every cut of meat we tried was tender and top-notch. It's a treat-yourself kind of place, and it completely delivered.
From start to finish, we enjoyed our lunch here. Service was attentive and friendly, staff kept filling & refilling drinks and broth, clearing dishes and quickly wiping down tables/chairs for the next customers. We did the Diamond $88 AYCE sukiyaki with some of the freshest meats and sashimi. We picked Otoro and A5 Wagyu tartare with caviar and it was deeelicious! Between the A5 ribeye and triple orders of Wagyu nigiri with foie gras and caviar plus several bluefin nigiris, we were truly satisfied and couldn't even think of having another meal for a couple of days.... we were so happy to satisfy our sukiyaki craving. They also have a section for unlimited veggies, noodles, side dishes, MILK tea, rice, ground Wagyu curry, every sauce imaginable and of course ice cream! It was quite a treat. We reserved on Yelp. We highly recommend 100% percent for a nice soupy, meaty, nigiri kind of date!
This place is still bomb! I love the quality and freshness of their ingredients! My server this time is Kaylen, she's delightful and pleasant to work with. The self-serve area ran out of tea and matcha ice cream; we informed Kaylen and she was on top of it right away. I joined their annual membership; you get $38 off for birthday discount (you can use it one day before, on, or one day after your birthday). Needless to say, I'm definitely revisiting!
Came back to Yumiyaki Sukiyaki House in Rowland Heights for a second visit, this time to celebrate Mother's Day with my parents (we went on Monday during lunch since I had to work Sunday). The ambiance was just as nice as I remembered, clean, modern, and comfortable without feeling too crowded. It has a relaxed but slightly upscale vibe that makes it feel like a good spot for special occasions, but still casual enough for a weekday lunch. Since we went during lunch on a Monday, it was quieter, which made it even more enjoyable and easy to have conversations. This visit honestly stood out even more than the first. Our server Nate was amazing. It was my parents' first time here and he really took the time to explain the menu, answer their questions, and make sure they felt comfortable the whole time. He checked in often and made the whole experience feel smooth and welcoming. Definitely one of those servers you remember. For the broth, they now offer a split pot option, so we went with both sukiyaki and shabu shabu, which was nice since we got to enjoy both styles in one meal. For meats, my parents' favorites were the A5 Wagyu shoulder cuts and the Australian full blood M9 shoulder cuts, and I actually agree with them. Those had a great balance and weren't overwhelming. The A5 ribeye, A5 brisket, and A5 chuck roll (now listed as A5 chuck ribeye) were a bit too fatty for my taste this time around. The sashimi platter was solid, but I was surprised they ran out of ginger, which was a bit of a letdown. We went with the Diamond again and pricing was the same as my last visit, which I appreciated. That said, I think next time I'd go with the Gold tier instead. The ribeye isn't really my thing anymore, and the specialty items don't feel as novel once you've tried them already. We made reservations just in case, but for a weekday lunch you could probably get away without one. Parking was also much easier compared to what I imagine it's like during busy nights or weekends. Also, I don't remember they have scallops and tiger shrimp from my first visit but these were great additions. Overall, still a really solid experience. Great food, standout service, and I'd definitely be back.
Great service, always high quality meat and they have the jams per usual on the aux to help fulfill the vibe... Only thing I'd enjoy more is that if A5 sushi is labeled as foigras or with caviar, I'd hope that it here could be more added for the actual flavor to compliment and not be an after thought. Also if you get the side raw egg, use the broth at the end to have a little egg drop soup to finish the meal before the ice cream.
Came to Yumiyaki to eat for my birthday and was amazed at the quality of their meat and seafood. My friend and I ordered their diamond menu which is $88 per person or $78 if you are a member. Since it was my birthday I got an additional $38 off which is applicable on the day of or +/- a day. The only difference between the gold and diamond menu is that you get a speciality dish, 2 extra meats and some sushi options and the price difference is $10. Everything on my visit was delicious and fresh. We ordered the uni toro bowl and otoro bowl with caviar for our speciality item. Both of the dishes had a good amount of toro on top which was flavorful. The uni and caviar was more of a garnish in my opinion. The A5 ribeye was grilled at table side. Since we ordered sukiyaki for our broth they gave us egg to dip our meat. Our server grilled our meat and placed it in our egg. The meat was soft and literally melted in our mouths. I could eat 20 orders of that and be satisfied. Our server ordered 1 of each of the meats for us to start off. It went down the menu so make sure which one you like. My favorite was the A5 chuck ribeye and full blood M9 chuck roll. All these are unlimited so order as much as you want. Those two cuts were most tender and not too fatty. They have scallops at the self service bar which were gigantic. I basically ate the whole container there since they were that good. Make sure not to cook it for too long as it will get rubbery. About 1 min in the boiling water is good. The sashimi and nigiri were delicious as well. The fish was buttery and thick cut. It came with salmon, yellowtail and tuna. They have different carpaccios as well and hand rolls/nigiri. Their service was good. Our server came to check in on us frequently and the other servers as well. Parking is tough as they share the lot with multiple businesses.
Reservation was made through yelp and we were seated promptly. At the time I went, parking was okay but since it is shared with multiple businesses so it can possibly be packed. The restaurant was clean and decorated with a vibe. The restaurant offers AYCE shabu meats and sushi. You can choose from two different option tiers (fyi it is more on the pricier side). Their Wagyu was tender and very flavorful and you can choose from a wide selection of nigiri and sashimi. Furthermore, there is also a serve it yourself bar with veggie, side dishes, sauces, curry, and drinks. At the end there are a few ice cream selections you can choose from. I always definitely go for the matcha! Overall it was a nice experience. The staff members were friendly, very attentive, and made sure to check up on us to make sure if we needed anything.
Yumiyaki has been our go-to favorite restaurant ever since our first visit. Both the quality of the food and the service have not failed to impress even as the time passed. Both Elias and Jessica give us great service every time we come here, and are always friendly and attentive. Overall, every server is very kind and attentive, and the service here goes above and beyond. I, myself, mainly come here because their A5 Nigiri with Foie Gras is my favorite thing to eat, period. If you order sukiyaki, they cook the limited meat for you before starting the hotpot and it's delicious as well! I recommend getting the A5 Chuck Ribeye or brisket afterwards, the shoulder cuts are not my favorite. If you get the diamond menu, which I always recommend for the nigiris and A5 ribeye, you also get a specialty dish! Out of all of them, I'd have to say the uni toro bowl is the most enjoyable. The self serve bar is almost always full and you can select sauces, drinks, and hotpot sides there. They also have rice and wagyu curry, and if you want dessert, they have lots of ice cream flavors! I would definitely recommend here out of all the Chubby locations.
20 days ago
The service is very good, with delicious meat and a lot of sushi.,.The decoration design of the store is beautiful. read more
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Alex M.
Hi Jason, thank you for visiting Yumiyaki! We’re so glad you enjoyed…
Yumiyaki is located in Rowland Heights on the corner of Colima and Fullerton. This is very nice and quiet area and the plaza parking is big. The ambiance of this location is very chill and not too loud but that is also us coming at opening time. In terms of the customer service, we were mainly helped by our server Eduardo. He was very helpful and made sure thay we were helped out consistently. He made our lunch experience amazing. In terms of the food quality, we got the diamond tier by which included a plethora of items such as unlimited wagyu nigiri with caviar and foie gras. Their bluefin tuna nigiri was my favorite as well. The cuts of A5 wagyu meats were really good! Amazing food and amazing vibes! Overall, this was a 5 star review for me. Parking was great. Shoutout to Eduardo! And shoutout to amazing food. read more
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Alex M.
Hi Wilmer, thank you for spending lunch with us at Yumiyaki and…
14 days ago
This is my husband and I's favorite spot to celebrate a birthday or an anniversary. So this place always holds a special place for us. We just love sukiyaki. We are fine spending a little extra money for premium meats and quality sushi. Bonus points for their self serve area that has veggies, seafood and little side dishes. You also have the option to make your own sauces also. Everything here is a treat. The staff are very welcoming and very attentive. Dishes are picked up right away and they come often to check if we would like to order more food. The restaurant itself is nice and intimate. It is not a very large restaurant so I would recommend making a reservation. I'll never get tired of this place. Honestly thinking about paying to get a membership! read more
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Alex M.
Hi Veronica, thank you for choosing Yumiyaki for your special…
1 month ago
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Alex M.
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2 months ago
If you want a hot pot experience that is truly worth the price, Yumiyaki is the spot. We opted for the Diamond Menu at $88 per person, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. Seeing our friends only a couple of times a year called for this kind of birthday celebration. The highlight of the meal is the sukiyaki option. Before they even pour the broth, the server grills the initial cuts of Japanese A5 Wagyu right in front of you to flavor the pot. It is a fantastic presentation, and the meat melts in your mouth! The brisket was my Hubby's favorite! It truly does melt in your mouth! For the all-you-can-eat rounds, the A5 chuck ribeye and brisket are incredible, offering a perfect level of richness. Beyond the hot pot, the Diamond tier gives you access to premium sushi and specialty items. The A5 nigiri with foie gras and the uni toro bowl were exceptional and tasted incredibly fresh! Those were my personal favorite! They also have a great self-serve bar stocked with high-quality sauces, hot pot sides, prawns, scallops, and wagyu curry. We finished our lunch with their ice cream dessert, but the green tea ice cream didn't taste anything like green tea so I may opt for another flavor next time. The customer service was attentive throughout the night, ensuring our meat plates were constantly replenished during our 90-minute limit. I was relieved we had a waitress that was knowledgeable and helped us a whole lot with the process and the menu. Reservations -Using the Yelp reservation helped secure our spot in the event there were a lot of people that day. However there wasn't a wait when we showed up on this particular Sun at 11:30 am. read more
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Mikiya M.
Hi Kimberly, thank you for choosing Yumiyaki for such a special…
Overall experience was great. Had reservations aat 830 but came at 755. Was told theyd text us if a spot opened up. Walked about 10 feet away and got a text and saw the host running to get us since someone cancelled. They have a sukiyaki only one that i sould get since they grill it then put the broth in which is interesting. I wanted to try both since it was the first time coming. The sukiyaki broth was rrally good. It wasnt overly sweet or salty like other places. The meat in sukiyaki and dipping it in the egg was amazingg. They have a self service area where you can get veggies, little sides like takowako, okra, tofu, etc. They also have hot tea, milk tea, yakult and soda that yoy can get. There also curry, sauces, and Ice cream. I enjoyed it here. I just wished they had deep fried buns with condensed milk. Parking is horrible tho read more
7 days ago
Yumiyaki is our go to special occasion spot. We've been here for birthdays, anniversaries, etc. and it never disappoints! The quality of the food is worth it for the price. Yes, it's a splurge (especially in this economy), but sometimes you gotta treat yoselfff LOL We got their Diamond tier on our visit today & our favorites were 1) the one-time A5 ribeye 2) the A5 wagyu nigiri with caviar and 3) the A5 chuck roll. Don't sleep on their carpaccios too! What compelled me to finally write a good review today was our server Elias. He gave great recommendations, helped us through the membership process, was quick & was overall just a cool dude to chat with. So shout out to Elias! In terms of wait, we went on a Monday at around 6PM & there was no wait. Though we've been on weekends and it certainly gets more crowded, so plan accordingly! read more
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Alex M.
Hi Faith, thank you for making Yumiyaki your go-to destination for…
2 days ago
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Alex M.
Hi Stephanie, thank you for making Yumiyaki one of your go-to spots…
overall: very good experience. I'd come back. food: we got the Gold package and everything was so good. we tried some of the nigiri and it was very fresh. They have a self serve section with veggies and other stuff to put in the broth. they even have curry and rice but I didn't get to they offer both milk tea and calpico. service: the staff were super attentive and nice. they would come pretty quickly to clear the empty meat plate. ambiance: we came on a tuesday night and had a reservation. but it actually wasn't too busy so even without reservation there probably wouldn't have been a wait. parking: parking for me wasn't bad, there was a lot of parking available. there is a parking lot but depending on how busy the yes plaza is it can sometimes be hard to find parking. bathroom: they have two bathrooms and it was pretty clean. read more
Yumiyaki is absolutely worth the splurge. I loved it so much I decided to opt in for their membership. Their self service bar has vegetables, seafood, curry, soda, and milk tea! The sashimi and tartare is fresh and delicious! If you're a sukiyaki lover like me, theirs is simply delicious. Every cut of meat we tried was tender and top-notch. It's a treat-yourself kind of place, and it completely delivered. read more
From start to finish, we enjoyed our lunch here. Service was attentive and friendly, staff kept filling & refilling drinks and broth, clearing dishes and quickly wiping down tables/chairs for the next customers. We did the Diamond $88 AYCE sukiyaki with some of the freshest meats and sashimi. We picked Otoro and A5 Wagyu tartare with caviar and it was deeelicious! Between the A5 ribeye and triple orders of Wagyu nigiri with foie gras and caviar plus several bluefin nigiris, we were truly satisfied and couldn't even think of having another meal for a couple of days.... we were so happy to satisfy our sukiyaki craving. They also have a section for unlimited veggies, noodles, side dishes, MILK tea, rice, ground Wagyu curry, every sauce imaginable and of course ice cream! It was quite a treat. We reserved on Yelp. We highly recommend 100% percent for a nice soupy, meaty, nigiri kind of date! read more
This place is still bomb! I love the quality and freshness of their ingredients! My server this time is Kaylen, she's delightful and pleasant to work with. The self-serve area ran out of tea and matcha ice cream; we informed Kaylen and she was on top of it right away. I joined their annual membership; you get $38 off for birthday discount (you can use it one day before, on, or one day after your birthday). Needless to say, I'm definitely revisiting! read more
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Mikiya M.
Hi Ariel, welcome back, and thank you for continuing to choose…
Came back to Yumiyaki Sukiyaki House in Rowland Heights for a second visit, this time to celebrate Mother's Day with my parents (we went on Monday during lunch since I had to work Sunday). The ambiance was just as nice as I remembered, clean, modern, and comfortable without feeling too crowded. It has a relaxed but slightly upscale vibe that makes it feel like a good spot for special occasions, but still casual enough for a weekday lunch. Since we went during lunch on a Monday, it was quieter, which made it even more enjoyable and easy to have conversations. This visit honestly stood out even more than the first. Our server Nate was amazing. It was my parents' first time here and he really took the time to explain the menu, answer their questions, and make sure they felt comfortable the whole time. He checked in often and made the whole experience feel smooth and welcoming. Definitely one of those servers you remember. For the broth, they now offer a split pot option, so we went with both sukiyaki and shabu shabu, which was nice since we got to enjoy both styles in one meal. For meats, my parents' favorites were the A5 Wagyu shoulder cuts and the Australian full blood M9 shoulder cuts, and I actually agree with them. Those had a great balance and weren't overwhelming. The A5 ribeye, A5 brisket, and A5 chuck roll (now listed as A5 chuck ribeye) were a bit too fatty for my taste this time around. The sashimi platter was solid, but I was surprised they ran out of ginger, which was a bit of a letdown. We went with the Diamond again and pricing was the same as my last visit, which I appreciated. That said, I think next time I'd go with the Gold tier instead. The ribeye isn't really my thing anymore, and the specialty items don't feel as novel once you've tried them already. We made reservations just in case, but for a weekday lunch you could probably get away without one. Parking was also much easier compared to what I imagine it's like during busy nights or weekends. Also, I don't remember they have scallops and tiger shrimp from my first visit but these were great additions. Overall, still a really solid experience. Great food, standout service, and I'd definitely be back. read more
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Jasmine L.
Hi Jimmy, thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review! We’re…
Great service, always high quality meat and they have the jams per usual on the aux to help fulfill the vibe... Only thing I'd enjoy more is that if A5 sushi is labeled as foigras or with caviar, I'd hope that it here could be more added for the actual flavor to compliment and not be an after thought. Also if you get the side raw egg, use the broth at the end to have a little egg drop soup to finish the meal before the ice cream. read more
16 days ago
The best place high quality Wagyu Service friendly and care the customer high recommend For yumiyaki definitely come back again read more
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Alex M.
Hi Thaweep, thank you for recommending Yumiyaki! We’re delighted the…
Came to Yumiyaki to eat for my birthday and was amazed at the quality of their meat and seafood. My friend and I ordered their diamond menu which is $88 per person or $78 if you are a member. Since it was my birthday I got an additional $38 off which is applicable on the day of or +/- a day. The only difference between the gold and diamond menu is that you get a speciality dish, 2 extra meats and some sushi options and the price difference is $10. Everything on my visit was delicious and fresh. We ordered the uni toro bowl and otoro bowl with caviar for our speciality item. Both of the dishes had a good amount of toro on top which was flavorful. The uni and caviar was more of a garnish in my opinion. The A5 ribeye was grilled at table side. Since we ordered sukiyaki for our broth they gave us egg to dip our meat. Our server grilled our meat and placed it in our egg. The meat was soft and literally melted in our mouths. I could eat 20 orders of that and be satisfied. Our server ordered 1 of each of the meats for us to start off. It went down the menu so make sure which one you like. My favorite was the A5 chuck ribeye and full blood M9 chuck roll. All these are unlimited so order as much as you want. Those two cuts were most tender and not too fatty. They have scallops at the self service bar which were gigantic. I basically ate the whole container there since they were that good. Make sure not to cook it for too long as it will get rubbery. About 1 min in the boiling water is good. The sashimi and nigiri were delicious as well. The fish was buttery and thick cut. It came with salmon, yellowtail and tuna. They have different carpaccios as well and hand rolls/nigiri. Their service was good. Our server came to check in on us frequently and the other servers as well. Parking is tough as they share the lot with multiple businesses. read more
Reservation was made through yelp and we were seated promptly. At the time I went, parking was okay but since it is shared with multiple businesses so it can possibly be packed. The restaurant was clean and decorated with a vibe. The restaurant offers AYCE shabu meats and sushi. You can choose from two different option tiers (fyi it is more on the pricier side). Their Wagyu was tender and very flavorful and you can choose from a wide selection of nigiri and sashimi. Furthermore, there is also a serve it yourself bar with veggie, side dishes, sauces, curry, and drinks. At the end there are a few ice cream selections you can choose from. I always definitely go for the matcha! Overall it was a nice experience. The staff members were friendly, very attentive, and made sure to check up on us to make sure if we needed anything. read more
6 months ago
Yumiyaki has been our go-to favorite restaurant ever since our first visit. Both the quality of the food and the service have not failed to impress even as the time passed. Both Elias and Jessica give us great service every time we come here, and are always friendly and attentive. Overall, every server is very kind and attentive, and the service here goes above and beyond. I, myself, mainly come here because their A5 Nigiri with Foie Gras is my favorite thing to eat, period. If you order sukiyaki, they cook the limited meat for you before starting the hotpot and it's delicious as well! I recommend getting the A5 Chuck Ribeye or brisket afterwards, the shoulder cuts are not my favorite. If you get the diamond menu, which I always recommend for the nigiris and A5 ribeye, you also get a specialty dish! Out of all of them, I'd have to say the uni toro bowl is the most enjoyable. The self serve bar is almost always full and you can select sauces, drinks, and hotpot sides there. They also have rice and wagyu curry, and if you want dessert, they have lots of ice cream flavors! I would definitely recommend here out of all the Chubby locations. read more
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Jasmine L.
Hi Isabelle, thank you for your kind review. We are so happy to hear…
Food was exceptionally great, the texture and flavor from the meat especially the A5 Wagyu was amazing and the sukiyaki broth was excellent, not too strong or overpowering it was just right. Sashimi and nigiri were very fresh and the customer service experience was very good. Absolutely would come back again on special occasions as it is a bit high on the price but it is well justified given what you're getting on the menu. Also the self-service station had high quality prawns and scallops that were also delicious and the ice cream dessert at the end was the cherry on top. If you're into Japanese hotpot, this might be the spot for you. read more
A hotpot adventure indeed... Came on a Tuesday night around 8. Made reservations for 3 in advance. The plaza is not too big, parking is a hit and miss. When we entered, the workers greeted us right away. It was busy for Tuesday. Did a quick look around, the joint had a cool vibe. Family, friends or a date type of thing. Didn't wait long at all, we walked to our table within minutes. I looked at our options and theres 2 choices on the menu, gold or diamond. I said gold but after my friends glanced at the menu, we decided to go with Diamond. Our waiter was a gentleman, my friend had questions and he answered all of them. I told her to order and surprise me. Food came out fast, our waiter had to cook something first to start off. Before we know it, 4 rounds of meat and sushi haha. All in all everyone enjoyed it, will be back in the future. read more
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Mikiya M.
Hi Larry, Thank you for making us a part of your Tuesday night…
This is my new favorite hot pot place. The service is amazing, the cuts of meat is the best. I would say skip the sushi and focus on the hotpot. I love the bar they have for veggies and sauce. I love how they flavor your pot prior to pouring in your broth choice. Overall 10/10. Make reservations if you're an NFT member or join the waitlist and wait a while. read more
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Mikiya M.
Hi Donna, thank you for making Yumiyaki Rowland Heights your new…
Made reservation thru Yelp and was seated at an early arrival Service was excellent and very attentive, kitchen staff was a couple of times but still no complaints Food was quality quantity and quality Meat selection were only a few but remember this is a shabu shabu that served A5. My friend never eats raw sushi but ordered the bluefin nigiri multiple times and is now a convert. My 3 Chubby group try and so far so excellent read more
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Mikiya M.
We are honored to have converted your friend into a Bluefin Nigiri…
2 months ago
Over all it was a good experience, servers were nice and food was phenomenal. It's like a dark, elevated, intimate setting. The tuna, salmon, and yellowtail carpaccio were my favorite, such great quality! At the end our server told us last call and we were like ok got it. When we were ordering our last call she kept asking "are you sure you can finish it? Are you sure? We charge you if you don't finish it. Are you sure you can finish it?'. We were all taken aback bc we kept saying yes we're sure. It made all of us uncomfortable. My in laws and my partner have been multiple times and they said the servers are never this adamant about being able to finish the meal. Also towards the end they kept saying "we ran out of this, we ran out of that". Everyone eats a lot, specially my BIL so we were confident everything was going to be finished, and it WAS. Everything here was delicious and good quality so that gets a 5 star, read more
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Alex M.
Hi Jaqueline, thank you for updating your review of Yumiyaki! We’re…
4 months ago
Yumiyaki has quickly become one of our favorite spots for both shabu shabu and sushi! The quality of the food is outstanding--the meat is fresh, tender, well marbled, and delicious, and the sushi is always incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. What really sets this restaurant apart is the service. Every server is genuinely friendly, welcoming, and attentive. A special shoutout to Nate, Kaylen, and Yang, who consistently go above and beyond to make every visit enjoyable. The restaurant is always spotless, and I love the self-serve drink fountain, well-stocked sauce bar, and fresh vegetable bar. Everything is organized, clean, and easy to use, making the dining experience even better. If you plan on coming more than once, the membership is absolutely worth it. It usually pays for itself by the second visit, making it an easy decision for anyone who enjoys great food at a great value. Excellent food, exceptional service, and a clean, comfortable atmosphere--I highly recommend Yumiyaki! read more
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Mikiya M.
Hi Esther, thank you for making Yumiyaki Rowland Heights one of your…
3 months ago
Our family tried the Diamond tier split pot and overall it was a really good experience! Shoutout to our server Nicole Chan for amazing customer service! Food: The sukiyaki and shabu Shabu broths were both delicious. The Sukiyaki was a bit sweet for me so I'm glad we had both options the meat quality was also really good, and my favorite were the Ribeye and Chuck roll. The beef nigiri and the toro uni bowl were also really good. As for the sashimi/sushi stuff, it was OK to me so I'd recommend getting more of the meat for this place. They also have a self serve bar area where you can pick out your own veggies/sides/teas/sodas/ice cream/dipping sauce so that was a nice option. Vibes: we came on July 4th lunch time and actually it was very empty and chill, which we appreciated since we had a 1 yr old in our party. They played some lit music like Taylor swift and EDM lol so I enjoyed that. Also most of the tables were configured for 4 or 2 people so tbh not ideal for super big groups. Parking: we came here on Saturday afternoon and there was plenty of parking Service: 10/10 quick and awesome service. However I do want to note that the restaurant was quite empty so I'm not sure how service would be if the place was packed. read more
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Mikiya M.
Hi Leng, thank you for sharing your family’s Diamond tier experience…
Yumiyaki was such a great experience. The broth was incredibly flavorful, and we loved the split soup that our awesome server Lisa recommended. She was super attentive and very helpful the whole time. The sushi was so yummy, the fresh meat selections were awesome, and the all‑you‑can‑eat option makes it even better ,definitely come hungry. We'll definitely be back. read more
10 months ago
We called to make a reservation and we were running very late due to the rain and traffic! ____ answered the phone when we called and was able to move our reservation around to make it work! I'm very thankful he was able to move it around because the experience was amazing! Eduardo was our server and he was awesome! He kept checking in with us to make sure we had everything we needed! Him and the rest of the staff were always on it making sure there were no empty plates left on our table. We did the diamond menu and it was AMAZING! The whole experience from starters, the self serve bar, the sushi, and every wagyu was amazing! My favorite was the shoulder! The restaurant was small and cute with that coolest self serve bar I've ever seen! Amazing experience and cannot wait to come back! read more
10 months ago
Second time here and the food does not disappoint! The meat and tartare is so good that it all just melts in your mouth. The diamond set has more options compared to the Gold set. The self service has some seafood and veggies as well as milk tea, hot tea, ice cream, and Calpico! Our waiter is friendly and accommodating. The food items we ordered were also brought out quickly. Intimate and moody vibe , perfect with date night and catching up with friends. Although it can be a little tight if you over order/have more than four people at a booth/table. read more
1 month ago
OMG, the food was amazing! The meats were all very fresh and the broth of the sukiyaki was very fragrant! Service was impeccable and the black interiors were very calming. Place felt nice! Not too hot in front of pot. read more
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Alex M.
Hi Sabrina, thank you for sharing such a wonderful Yumiyaki…
1 month ago
The chuck roll and the nigiri is so yummy! I'd definitely come back with friends! Note: not associated with chubby anymore read more
11 months ago
Celebrated bday dinner here and it was a great experience! I liked how they offer both sukiyaki and shabu shabu here, but of course they seem more well known for their sukiyaki style. Menu may need a bit of explanation, but it's pretty simple once the server went over it with us! We went for the diamond tier sukiyaki since it seemed like most items recommended were from that menu set. We ordered the Wagyu Tartare w Cavier & the Uni Toro Bowl first as well as the Wagyu nigiris. Of these three, I enjoyed the Wagyu Tartare w Cavier the most! It was so refreshing with the avocado. The Uni Toro bowl was pretty good too, but a bit too fishy for me. Wagyu nigris were solids and melts in your mouth. Onto the meats, we didn't realize that the server actually just helped us get a round of each meat at first. Honestly they all just tasted like meat LOL but the one that stood out to us the most was the Chuck Roll. That one really goes well with sukiyaki and the egg together. All the meats were still all pretty good though! There is a veggie bar on the side where you can grab more ingredients for your pot. You know there's technically not a whole lot of veggies, it was mainly cabbage and this one other choy, but I wish they had a bigger variety. I enjoyed that they offered hot tea here, and their homemade milk tea. Although, their homemade milk tea was realllyyyyy milky. It tasted like there was a whole lot of condensed milk?? Not enough tea. I like how they also had the little side dishes to offer as well, the wasabi octopus was pretty good! Sauces offered on the side as well, and there's wagyu rice to make your own. We were extremely full after 2 rounds of the 4 meats. I got ice cream afterwards, but it just tasted store bought, nothing really special. Just get the meats here haha. Overall, very nice experience! I actually had sukiyaki in Japan last week, and I actually liked my experience better here. The restaurant isn't too big either so it's recommended to book a reservation here. It looks like it could get filled up during prime time. Decor is kinda bland here compared to all the chubby group locations. Also think they should invest in a real speaker or sound system for their music because it sounds like someone is just playing from out of their phone lol. read more
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Jasmine L.
Thank you, Shirley, for such a detailed and thoughtful review. We’re…
Wow, finally a place where I can get my fill of A5. This AYCE A5 hot pot doesn't disappoint. It's Shabu Shabu style, but there are restrictions within each tier. The sashimi and carpaccio are also AYCE. They also let you order torched A5 topped with caviar or fois gras. It's a nice place inside, but not huge. It's best to make reservations. read more
11 months ago
I came here to celebrate my birthday, and overall it was a great experience. The service was quick, friendly, and attentive, and you can really taste the quality in both the meats and the sushi--everything felt fresh and well-prepared. I especially enjoyed the wagyu selections and the variety of sushi options. The only downside is that it is on the pricier side, and I do think there are other AYCE spots that offer similar quality for slightly less. That said, the self-serve bar for veggies, drinks, and desserts was a nice touch and added to the overall experience. A solid choice for a special occasion, especially if you appreciate higher-quality cuts and fast, considerate service. read more
Yumiyaki is AYCE (all-you-can-eat) wagyu-focus shabu shabu restaurant in Rowland Heights and is a part of Chubby Group franchise (sister restaurants include Chubby Cattle and Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House). Just like all restaurants under Chubby Group, the restaurant offers a $28 annual membership per person. Members receive exclusive pricing and $38 off on their birthday, the day before, or the day after. However, this offer only applies on a birthday visit following the membership purchase. [Parking]: The restaurant is located in the Yes Plaza and plenty of free parking spots on a rainy Saturday at noon. [Menu]: Two options - Gold ($78 per person or $68 for member price) or Diamond ($88 per person or $78 for member price). The differences are (1) no A5 Wagyu Nigiri w/ Caviar + A5 Wagyu Nigiri w/ Foie Gras for Gold and (2) no speciality dishes + Full Blood M9+ Should Cut for Gold. [Speciality dishes - Diamond only]: Limit to 1 per person - A5 Wagyu Tartare w/ Caviar, Uni Toro Bowl, Otoro Bowl with Caviar, or Otoro Tartare. *** Diamond $88 per person *** [IMPORTANT FOR DIAMOND MENU]: The staff will cook A5 Ribeye for customers first and ask each customer whether to place the meat on raw egg bowl or empty plate. Afterward the staff will pour broth into the pot, so just sit tight and don't pour the broth on your own first. [Broth]: Each table can choose either sukiyaki or shabu shabu broth. Apparently customers can ask the staff to swap to a different broth by replacing with a new bowl, but our table regretted swapping sukiyaki broth to shabu shabu broth. [Speciality dish - uni toro bowl]: A little over-the-top with caviar, but it tasted pretty good. [Speciality dish - A5 Wagyu Tartare w/ Caviar]: I sampled my friend's speciality dish and honestly I liked this dish better than uni toro bowl as the tartare actually had some avocado. [A5 Wagyu Nigiri with caviar + A5 Wagyu Nigiri with foie gras]: This is not exactly a sushi specialty restaurant, but the meat is undeniably good. [Self-serve station]: 4 different flavors of ice creams, sauce station, minced Wagyu, curry, milk tea machine, seafood, vegetables, and various side dishes. *** Overall meat quality certainly tasted as good as I expected (soft and tender). With that being said, I don't really know if I would pay slightly over $100 again for another round of AYCE shabu shabu experience at this restaurant. Personally I like their sister restaurant Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House a lot better due to (1) I can split two different broths using a same pot, (2) more broth options, and (3) more appetizer dishes. read more
2 months ago
Food was pretty good! We got their gold package priced around $80/person. For the price, the food is definitely worth it. Their beef slices were fresh and the meat to fat ratio was perfect on every slice. They also have a great selection of AYCE nigiri and sashimi. Their restaurant is nicely dimly lit, providing a warm and more intimate atmosphere. Their service was welcoming and the servers were happy to help and answer any questions. I would love to go again when I'm back in the area. read more
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Mikiya M.
Hi Jia, thank you for choosing Yumiyaki and sharing such a thoughtful…
11 months ago
Yumiyaki is one of the most worthwhile AYCE restaurants I've had the pleasure of enjoying in a long while! Genuinely worth it! My two fav foods are hot pot and sushi, and Yumiyaki gives you a little bit of both. The menu is small and straightforward. A list of high quality beef for sukiyaki and a handful and sashimi and nigiri options. It may be limited, but always fresh and of course unlimited. My husband is more of the meat eater, and goes ham on their sukiyaki and wagyu nigiri. Their cuts of Wagyu are fresh, perfectly marbled, and melt-in-your mouth delicious. His favorite is the chuck roll, but loves them all. I am more of a seafood & veggie eater so I love getting their fresh scallops from the bar, along with all my favorite veggies like mushrooms, watercress and kabocha. I also order their entire raw fish menu lol. Otoro tartar, sashimi platter, bluefin tuna nigiri, carpaccio, hand rolls--everything!!!! If I don't leave with mercury poisoning, I'm not doing it right! I appreciate all the extras and appetizers included in the AYCE available at the bar as well. Their milk tea is not bad, and they also have curry, cold dishes, a full soda fountain and ice cream for dessert. I can't wait to come back, I'm bringing all my friends here next time! read more
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Jasmine L.
Thank you so much for the incredible review and for sharing your…
Definitely one of the top ayce sukiyaki spots I've ever had. Around $100 per person if you order a bottle of sake. They have plenty good decent saki bottles to order from. The nigiri and sushi rice were solid. The meat quality, perfectly marbled, perfectly fatty. We tried every cut of the meat but our favorite has got to be the ribeye. Great selection of veggies and soft drinks in the huddle room. Would recommend to a friend and would definitely consider coming back. Our friend made reservations the day before, it's a pretty small restaurant so having reservations just gives you a piece of mind. read more
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Jasmine L.
Thank you so much for the amazing review and for sharing your great…
20 days ago
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Alex M.
Hi Brian, thank you for giving Yumiyaki a try! We’re delighted the…
5 months ago
We need more Davids in this world. We didn't even have a reservation....just a spontaneous date night and zero plan other than "we want really good beef." My husband and I had already put our names down at another restaurant in the plaza, but I'm so glad I decided to take a quick walk instead. Because the second you open the door here... WOW. The smell alone is insane. Like actually hypnotizing. We literally drifted in just from how good it smelled. And by pure luck, David had a spot for us. Not only did he squeeze us in, but he made the whole experience feel next level. He walked us through the menu, explained everything so clearly, and when I just said "give us your best...something that'll make us come back," he did NOT miss. I've been thinking about that wagyu ever since He was so knowledgeable too...knew exactly where each cut came from and could explain every dish like a true meat connoisseur. David made a random date night turn into something we're definitely going to be talking about for a while. See you soon, David! read more
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Do they have rice or radish paper?
Yes, they have rice. Don’t recall they had radish paper.
If I have a chubby cattle membership is it also accepted in yumiyaki as well?
It depends on which membership you have. The Chubby Club One membership ($28 per month) is only good for one restaurant. The Chubby Club Plus membership ($58 per year) will work at all locations, Chubby Cattle and Yumiyaki included.
If I don't like the Sukiyaki, can I change back to Shabu Shabu?
Im sure you cannot do that ..
Is there no reservations between 5pm and 9pm??? I don't see any time offered during that period?
They only offer walk in during peak dining hours, unless you own their NFT.
Does the chubby cattle membership work here? I have the membership for the chubby cattle in Rowland heights
I've been to Yumiyaki about 4 times and my Gold NFT perks was honored every time. But if you had a local membership at a different Chubby Cattle location, then no, you don't have those discount benefits there. So the question is, what kind of Chubby…
Is this what place AYCE only or can you order a la carte?
It's AYCE only. Two different price tiers (Gold and Diamond) and you choose the broth (house/shabu or sukiyaki)
It looks like they take reservations ? Can anyone confirm?
Yes, you can make a reservation on yelp or through google.
Does a membership apply to the whole party when check out?
Local Membership applies to the member + 1 guest. However, multiple members can be part of the party. For example, if you and your friend both have a local membership, then you can get the local membership pricing for up to 4 people total.
How's the wait time in Saturday around 5pm?
Honestly weekday and weekend nights gets very busy, so try to come early or better yet get into their NFT program that helps put you on their priority waitlist.
Best time to join the wait list on a Saturday? Can I join the wait list if I am 20 minutes from my house? Please answer with weekends wait list , not week days wait-list.
No, you can only join within 5 miles
What is base for the broth (ie suitable for a vegetarian?
The broth for the sukiyaki is made of soy sauce, sugar, mirin, and sake. For the Shabu Shabu, it is made of kombucha dashi, both soup base are suitable for vegetarian but they cook the meat in both sukiyaki and Shabu Shabu, so overall saying, this…
How long is the typical wait time on a weekend afternoon. Around 3~4pm?
I went on a weekend (Sunday) afternoon around 4:30pm and waited 3 hours.
Is there a kid's price?
It's by height, under 100cm is free, 100-130cm is half price, 131cm+ is full price
If I buy your membership on my birthday, could I apply the $38 discount on the same day that I join? And the member price for Gold level is $68 off $38?
No, you have to purchase the membership on a previous day before redeeming your birthday perks. It cannot be the same day. And yes it would be discounted off the member price of whichever tier menu you choose.
How many people for the largest table?
Largest table fits 4. If you have a group of 6 you can get two tables next to each other if they are available, but there is a gap to get in and out between the tables (4 top + 2 top).
What time does the waitlist close? the restaurant seems to turn it off and on randomly and this makes it difficult to plan for the day?
When you saw the waitlist close, means there is a long line and the waitlist already over booking.
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