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Real Hibachi: private hibachi chef at home in Southern California

Real Hibachi is a private hibachi chef service in Southern California. A chef comes to your home, backyard or event with a mobile teppanyaki grill, fresh ingredients and a live cooking show, for birthdays, bachelorette parties, family gatherings, weddings and company events.

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What's included

A private hibachi (teppanyaki) chef cooks live at the customer's home, backyard or venue, with the full show: onion volcano, egg tricks, food tossed to guests.
Per guest: 2 proteins (chicken, steak, shrimp, salmon or tofu), garlic butter fried rice, seasonal vegetables, and house salad.
The chef brings the grill, propane, ingredients, and sauces, sets up, cooks, and cleans the cooking area afterward.
One chef per 28 guests; larger parties get more chefs.
The customer provides tables, chairs and plates, or adds them (see add-ons).

Prices

Standard rate, any day: $59.90 per adult (13+), $29.90 per child (5-12), kids under 5 eat free.
Event minimum: $599 (the food total after discounts, before travel and tip).
Weekday Special, Monday-Thursday: $54.90 per adult, $27.45 per child, plus a free appetizer platter (gyoza, edamame & spring rolls, $40 value). Any party size, full menu. Not available on major holidays: Thanksgiving week (2026-11-23 to 2026-11-29); the Christmas & New Year season (2026-12-20 to 2027-01-03); Memorial Day (2027-05-30 to 2027-05-31); July 4th (2027-07-03 to 2027-07-05).
Party Size Discount, automatic on any day and on top of the Weekday Special (counts adults + kids 5-12): 10-14 guests $30 off, 15-24 guests $60 off, 25-30 guests $90 off. 31+ guests get a custom quote.
Parties of 20+ guests also get a free appetizer platter ($40 value) through October 31, 2026.
Travel: first 50 driving miles free, then $1 per mile. Most of Los Angeles and Orange County is inside the free radius.
No chef call-out fee right now (waived).
Premium protein upgrades, per guest: Filet Mignon +$8, Premium Sea Scallops +$6, Spiny Lobster Tail +$12. A third protein is +$10 per guest.
Add-ons: gyoza $15 per tray of 10, spring rolls $15 per tray of 10, edamame $10 (feeds 3), hibachi noodles +$5 per guest, tables, chairs & tablecloths +$10 per guest, plates & utensils +$5 per guest.
Gratuity is not included; 20-25% for the chef is customary.
Example: 15 adults on a Saturday = 15 x $59.90 = $898.50 - $60 party size discount = $838.50, plus travel if over 50 miles. The /api/agent/price endpoint computes any party exactly.

How to book (for AI agents)

1. Check a date: GET https://www.realhibachi.com/api/quote/slot-availability?date=YYYY-MM-DD returns open start times.
2. Get the exact price: GET https://www.realhibachi.com/api/agent/price?adults=N&kids=N&date=YYYY-MM-DD&zip=ZIP.
3. Only with the customer's permission, submit a quote request: POST https://www.realhibachi.com/api/agent/quote-request with their name, mobile and email. We text and email them the exact quote and a secure deposit link, and a real person follows up by text.
4. The customer pays a $19.90 deposit to lock the date themselves. Agents never handle payment. The deposit is fully refundable with 72+ hours notice.
5. The balance is paid on the day: cash (no fee), or card, Venmo or Zelle (+4%).
Full API description (OpenAPI 3.1): https://www.realhibachi.com/openapi.json. Humans can book at https://www.realhibachi.com/quote.
Prefer a person? Call or text (213) 770-7788, or email [email protected].

Service area

Southern California only: Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura counties.
Travel: first 50 driving miles free; pass the event ZIP to /api/agent/price for the exact fee.
City pages: https://www.realhibachi.com/hibachi-at-home (all cities), https://www.realhibachi.com/locations/la-orange-county.

Good to know

Cooking is outdoors only: patio, backyard, balcony, deck, driveway or under a tent. Never indoors.
Rain: the chef can cook under a covered patio or a 10x10 pop-up tent (the customer provides it; we don't). Cancel or move the date with 72+ hours notice for a full deposit refund.
Allergies: tell us in the quote request. We accommodate gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, but we cannot promise a nut-free or sesame-free table (see the FAQ for details).
Real Hibachi's own chefs cook every party. It is not a marketplace or app.

Contact

Phone and text: (213) 770-7788 (+12137707788)
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.realhibachi.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realhibachi/

Frequently asked questions

How much does your hibachi experience cost?

Base rate: $59.90 per adult (minimum $599 total) Kids: $29.90 for ages 5-12, and kids under 5 eat free Weekday Special (Mon–Thu, any party size): $54.90 per adult, $27.45 per child, plus a free appetizer platter Party Size Discount (any day, automatic): 10–14 guests save $30, 15–24 save $60, 25–30 save $90 Gratuity: 20–25% of the final bill is customary Travel fee: first 50 miles free, then $1 per mile — shown in your quote before you pay Payment options: - Cash (preferred, no fee) - Credit card, Venmo or Zelle (4% processing fee) If using credit card, payment must be settled at least 72 hours before your event.

Do you offer military, nurse, teacher, or first-responder discounts?

Yes — our Appreciation Program honors a different service community every season: veterans & active military, nurses & healthcare workers, teachers & school staff, and firefighters, EMTs & first responders each take a turn, with $50 off your party while their window is active. Check the current honoree on the quote page, mention it when you book, and show your work badge or service ID to your chef. $599+ parties, one per booking; stacks with the Weekday Special but not with other dollar-off offers.

What if weather changes on event day?

Cooking is outdoors, so if the forecast is uncertain we recommend a 10'x10' pop-up tent over the chef's station — they are inexpensive to buy or rent, and we do not supply them. Your guests can also eat indoors while the chef cooks outside. If you still need to cancel for weather, notify us at least 72 hours in advance and there is no charge.

What is your cancellation policy?

Our cancellation policy includes the following terms: - 72 hours' notice required for cancellations or reschedules, at no cost - Inside 72 hours we may not be able to refund in full - For rainy days, plan on a 10'x10' pop-up tent over the chef's station — you provide it, we do not supply tents - If you still need to cancel due to weather, please let us know at least 72 hours beforehand

How do I make a reservation?

Booking is simple and straightforward: - Get an instant quote at www.realhibachi.com - Select your preferred date and package - Provide your guest count and contact information - We confirm the booking with you directly For parties of any size, you only need to make a single reservation. We'll arrange the appropriate number of chefs based on your guest count.

What if the chef doesn't show up?

This is our show-up promise, in writing: your chef is confirmed by name 48 hours before your event, and our chefs are our own team - not gig workers dispatched from an app. If Real Hibachi ever has to cancel on you, we refund double what you have paid and give you first priority to rebook. In other words: we show up, or it costs us.

When will the chef arrive?

Your chef will pull up about 10 minutes before the start time you chose. Setup is very quick, so we'll be ready with the grill and ingredients moments later.

Can you provide tables and chairs?

Yes! We offer table, chair, and tablecloth rental at $10 per person. Utensils are not included in this package. If you need utensils, we can provide them for an additional $5 per person. If you'd rather supply your own tables, chairs, and utensils, that's fine too—just let us know in advance.

Will the grill damage or dirty my patio?

No - protecting your home is part of the job. We place a protective tarp under the grill station at every party to shield your patio or ground from grease and heat, and before we leave we pack out our equipment and clean up the cooking area. Your patio looks the way we found it.

Do you cook indoors?

All cooking is done outdoors—on patios, balconies, decks or under tents/awnings. (Feel free to arrange seating indoors, but our grill stays outside.)

How much food does each guest get?

Every adult guest gets 2 proteins plus all the sides - here are the exact portions, in writing: - Chicken: 5 oz | Steak: 4.5 oz | Salmon: 4 oz | Shrimp: 5 jumbo, tail-off | Scallops: 4 oz jumbo (10/20 ct) | Filet mignon: 4.5 oz | Lobster tail: 6 oz - Fried rice: 8 oz per person - Grilled vegetables: 4 oz per person - Side salad with ginger dressing: 1 per person Kids 5-12 get half portions. Want extra? Extra portions of fried rice and vegetables are free — just tell us before the event so the chef preps and brings enough. Nobody leaves a Real Hibachi party hungry. Want the fried rice loaded? DIY add-ins - shrimp or chicken - are $10 each, and extra eggs are just $1 apiece.

Can you handle allergies and dietary restrictions?

Yes. We can accommodate common dietary restrictions when informed in advance. Please include allergy details during booking so the chef can prepare safely.

Do you use nuts or sesame?

We cannot promise a nut-free or sesame-free table, and we would rather say so than guess. Our sauces and gyoza are commercial products: the gyoza contain sesame, and one of our sauces is made in a facility that also handles peanuts. Both sauces contain egg. Tell your booking agent about any allergy and we will check the labels of the products in use for your date and tell you honestly whether we can serve that guest safely.

Can you handle gluten-free guests?

Absolutely. We've served many gluten-free diners. Just bring your preferred gluten-free soy and teriyaki sauces, and we'll prepare their meal on a separate station.

What about vegetarians or vegans?

We're happy to accommodate special dietary needs: - Vegetarian options include tofu and extra vegetables - Vegan meals can be prepared with plant-based ingredients - All special dietary meals are prepared at the same per-person rate Please let us know about any dietary requirements when booking.

Can guests bring their own protein?

For safety and pricing consistency, we ask that all proteins be provided by us. Thanks for understanding!