First time trying AYCE Shabu shabu. Food was great. Tried the spicy miso broth and tonkotsu broth. Both were delicious. But best of all was all of the servers, especially Will. Did a great job explaining the menu choices and making sure we had plenty to eat.

Nestled in Westminster, Shinobu Shabu is the kind of spot you keep coming back to--not just for the food, but for the experience. It's nothing flashy, no gimmicks, just solid shabu-shabu done right. The kind of place where you settle in at the bar, order a cold bottle of sake, and let the night unfold at its own pace. Opting for the all-you-can-eat menu is not merely a choice but a commitment to indulgence. Thinly sliced meats, fresh veggies, and rich, flavorful broths come together in a simple but satisfying ritual. You cook at your own pace, dipping, swirling, letting the flavors build.The bar, my preferred vantage point, offers an intimate theater where the symphony of simmering pots and the murmur of contented patrons create a harmonious ambiance. The staff at Shinobu Shabu are the unsung maestros of this establishment. Their attentiveness and genuine warmth foster an atmosphere that feels less like a restaurant and more like a communal gathering.It's more than just a meal. It's a place that feels familiar, where good food and good company come naturally. No pretense, no rush, just a great spot to eat, drink, and enjoy the process.

There are two Shinobu restaurants a few doors away from each other. One is shabu shabu and the other is Japanese BBQ so make sure you go to the right one. They have a Yelp waitlist, but there was no wait when we went. There is seating at the bar, as well as tables along the other wall. If you walk to the back and go around the corner, I believe there are more tables over there on the other side. They have two tiers of AYCE, silver and gold. The gold tier includes everything in the silver tier and adds USDA prime short rib & ribeye as well as salmon. We opted for the silver tier which has a good variety of red meat as well as chicken breast and shrimp and is quite a bit less expensive. There are four broths to choose from and I always go with spicy miso. Hot drops are available upon request to kick up the heat. You can order as much meat as you like as well as appetizers, veggies, and noodles. We had several rounds of gyoza and panko fried shrimp which were excellent and each came with its own sauce. The meats all had great flavor and the shrimp are already peeled and deveined making them easy to cook and eat without making a mess. They give you two small bowls of sauce for dipping which includes a peanut sauce which I didn't really care for and a soy sauce. If you have more than a few people in your party, you may have to share half of a regular sized broth bowl. They have a good bar menu and we enjoyed a few bottles of Kikusui sake. The silver tier is a very good dinner value for $36.99 per person as of February 2025. Service was good and I would return again if in the area and have a taste for shabu shabu.

I really like how Shinobu has a Yelp waitlist, I joined before driving over and we were seated as soon as we got there. The meat quality surprised me and the vegetable options were pretty good as well. I did not love the peanut sauce that came with the meal, I prefer a sesame sauce and wish they offered that instead. The meal ends off with ice cream, that is so nice and who doesn't;t love a sweet treat. ig: @cravingswithcat

For $25, the AYCE lunch special is a steal! I went in on a rainy afternoon with a couple of friends, excited that menu includes wagyu. We were really impressed with the quality of the meat, veggies, and noodles. Our favorite meats were options 1 and 2. There's not as much meat variation but we were content mostly ordering those 2 options. The appetizers, such as the panko fried shrimp and edamame, were also good. We were also glad that the meal came with ice cream at the end. I'd definitely came back for this deal again with other people!

Shinobu Shabu is my go to place for hot pot whenever I'm in HB. I always get the AYCE menu since the quality of their meat is delicious. I love the fact they have spicy drops that you can add to your dips and pot. Typically, we don't really order much from the appetizers because we're there to make the most of our money by eating as much meat as we can. Service can get a bit slow depending on traffic of customers. However, they're typically really good about asking if you need more broth, meat, etc. for broth refills, they do bring the actual broth that you ordered initially for refill rather than just some type of stock like other places. I also like that they offer brown rice as well.

Shinobu Shabu in Huntington Beach is a great spot for a tasty, affordable meal. The place is clean, with plenty of parking and fast, friendly service. There's a nice bar area, handful of tables, plus room for larger groups. The appetizers are good, and the meat quality and broth flavors are excellent. It's been a local favorite for years, and the quality hasn't changed!

Boy oh boy where do I begin? First off - the quality of the meat we got was amazing !! We got pork belly and both prime and choice ribeye. Very delicious melt in yo mouth flavor!! I personally liked the sukiyaki broth for meat, and the spicy miso for veggies :) Service was excellent, and the overall ambiance was nice and clean. I wanted to make a HUGE point and shoutout to our server Andrew. He made great recommendations for the meat we chose, and was on point for service. If I could give him a million stars I would - because his attentiveness, warmth and great display of character showed how great of a place Shinobu Shabu is! Thank you for the amazing time Andrew !!!

This place is fire-- I came with a party of five and only had to wait a few minutes. I got the original because I usually utilize the dipping sauces that I add copious amounts of hot drops to and it was perfect. We tried every protein besides the chicken and they were all good and pretty good quality. Overall, I had an enjoyable experience, the place was clean, the service was instantaneous, and I left feeling satisfied. The staff is good vibes for sure!

This hidden Jem is just a free doors down from Shinobu Japanese BBQ. It gets a bit busy, but it's totally with the wait. The vibe is very chill and relaxing. It's been one of our favorite spots to go! My husband and I sat at the bar, we got the AYCE. Everyone was super friendly and they tag teamed on service which is fun! For the broth I got a mix of the Spicy Miso and Tonkotsu. It's great because it's a little creamy, has a touch of heat in it, perfect for some cold nights. My husband got just the Tonkatsu, which is full of flavor, minus the heat that I got. The meats are amazing, you can see the full quality of the marbling. They use Wagyu for the chuck eye and beef belly. Veggie plates are my JAM it comes with spinach, lettuce, bok choy, carrots, mushrooms, tofu, and fish cake. It's so tasty. If you only want a select few items, you can totally get just the veggies you want. This place is amazing, if you want a good comfort food, do this! Reasonably priced and the service is fantastic.