You guys gotta try Shabuya ?Hands down.Service was great, atmosphere
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Shabu-Shabu, Miso Broth
Aracely Herrera
Loved this spot. I have previously been to one in LA, which is good too but can get crowded. Each person gets their own individual burner and bowl, so no one has to reach over each other. There was no wait time to be seated, and the food was delicious. The only negative thing I can say is it seemed there were only two servers and they seemed overwhelmed. Not cool. I'm not sure if it was just that day or if they are short staffed. So be aware. Other than that, it is a great place to grab lunch or meet with friends and family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Hot Pot
Ying Liang
Celebrated with a group of friends here and had a great time. We made reservations the morning of and were able to fit a party of 8. Very popular location and gets crowded at dinner. The staff was helpful and kind. Service is fantastic. The tables are clean, ingredients are well organized and fresh. Plenty of tasty options to choose from, especially different meats and seafood. You get your own individual pot so you can customize the soup/spice you want. Spicy seems decently spicy here. Prices are typical and expected for the quality. Definitely check it out if you’re nearby!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eun Oh
plenty of variety. overall good experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Jose Aguilar
They won't come to your table to ask what you need, but you can stop any worker walking by and ask for what you want. Food is fresh and slightly above average. Terra beer paired well with the food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Dipping Sauces, Sukiyaki Soup Base, Bak Choy
Jacqui Y.
This place is awesome!Service has always been great.Pricing for all you can eat is fair and you get to enjoy a buffet of not only vegetables but also seafood aside from the usual shabu shabu of meat selection.Beef belly, rib eye and specially lamb are always on our selection!You pick out a soup base and they have about 5-6 to choose from and select the meat options you want to start with then head over to the buffet for your array of veg and seafood to cook. I always make my own sauces and bring a helpful of ginger, garlic, chili crisp and sesame oil to the table to customize my broth more.There is also some hot dishes like teokbokki, chapchae, sesame balls and eggs rolls that you can indulge in.We have been here too many times and have brought people over with us and always, the experience is enjoyable.
Clinton C.
Tastes like other Shabuyas. Decent but not great. The meat quality at All that Shabu on Main Street is better and thinner. It's a little rough and thick here. The buffet bar is good with fresh veggies and seafood. You can waitlist on open table. Plenty of parking as it's part of a larger plaza. Would come if other places are busy
Jackie V.
There's a reason why this place ALWAYS has a long wait! Shabuya is a go-to place for hot pot. Broths are served individually and you get to choose from a big selection (you can even mix up two broths together!). You also let the waiter know what kind of meats you'd like and they bring that out to you. Then from there, you're able to help yourself buffet-style to veggies, seafoods, and building your own sauce.I highly recommend getting the sukiyaki broth, it's my go-to always. Although it can be argued that this spot is good for big groups, the seating can be a little frustrating. Since everyone has their own pots of hot pot, they give a lot of table space. Every time I've been, we would be a group of 6. The max to a table is 4 and then they would tag the other 2 people at the table next to it. So conversations between the two tables were distanced, which can be challenging. My biggest tip is to get there early and NOT when you're hangry! Wait times vary but from the past few times I've been, the wait was usually 45-60 minutes.Can't wait to get my hot-pot fix here the next time I'm in town!
Tammy T.
Shabuya is one of my "go-to" spots in Alhambra when I am craving some shabu. It's all you can eat for both hot pot + hot food options and there's always plenty of items to choose from. They close late and despite it being difficult to find parking and the long wait time during both lunch + dinner , everything including the service is excellent! Shabuya in Alhambra is highly recommended by me. :)
regis kwong
? As a foodie, I've always had my sights set on experiencing the pot of happiness at Shabuya Alhambra. So, on New Year's Day, we ventured in with our son, eager to indulge in their promise of premium all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu at an affordable price.? Claiming to be the abode of happiness in a pot, Shabuya delivers a gastronomic adventure with freshly cut meats, a cornucopia of vegetables, an array of seafood, oden, and noodles. The menu diversity definitely impresses.✨ Our dining experience was pleasant; the ambiance was clean, and the service was attentive, elevating our visit. The meats were undeniably fresh, giving off a premium vibe that matched their claim. The seafood and vegetable buffet counters were brimming with delightful choices, catering to various tastes.? However, one aspect fell a tad short of expectations—the cooked food dishes. With only four options available, it felt limited compared to the extensive raw selection.⏱️ It's important to note that dining here is time-bound, capped at a 90-minute limit. Despite this, we departed feeling completely satisfied and stuffed after our flavorful rendezvous with shabu-shabu delights.? Overall, Shabuya Alhambra lives up to its promise of offering quality ingredients and a memorable dining experience. For shabu-shabu enthusiasts seeking a diverse spread within a budget-friendly, time-constrained setting, this spot is worth a visit. Our journey here left us content, having savored the freshest of ingredients and enjoyed commendable service.
Bad Customer Service, They don’t Know How to Host …. Very unprofessional….
Service: 1
It's one of the better Shabu places we have dine with, however, the buffet area is really messy and sauces were all over the table. It could be better monitored and maintained.
Harris P.
I had really good experience with Las Vegas Shabuya so decided to try this one.1) Vegas shabuya is cheaper and different menu 2) Vegas shabuya has sushi and Japanese food menu, also including in the all you can eat price3) LA shabuya has more options (including seafood) for the self service buffet counter and more sauces options 4) Alhambra shabuya is huge restaurant, however, during my visit, there's not enough staff 5) meat quality were goodI checked with the waiter and he told me every shabuya run differently depending on the owner and manager.
Jhenny R.
First cold day of the year 2024 tells us that Winter is here so SoCal. We craved and yelped for hotpot and Shabuya showed up around the area with good reviews so we went to see for ourselves. The place was very spacious and pretty clean for a busy cold night.The service, specifically our server, Abby was amazing, attentive, polite, and was really helpful. However, tho she asked other staff to bring us the set of tongs and ladle, it wasn't brought to our table and we had to follow up 2x. Just a small hiccup, but the rest of our experience was wonderful. Loved my Tom Yum broth, sukiyaki was a bit on the bland side, didn't the flavors until 50% of the water already evaporated. The meat, shellfish, and seafood were definitely good quality. Highly recommend! ig/tiktok: @jhennybellyventures
Nancy Q.
Good value for the price with large variety of food to choose from. I arrived with a party of 5 people on a Saturday night and was told the wait is 1.5 hours. There is a bar code at the restaurant to scan to be added to a open table waitlist. We were able to see the waitlist live in our phones, but it would be better if we could join the waitlist without physically going to the restaurant. During dinner we ordered food at the table as well as got food ourselves from the buffet. The buffet had a large variety of frozen seafood, sauces, vegetables, and meatballs. The variety was impressive, but things were not clean. The tongs were dirty and things were spilled. It would be very hard for someone who is a strict vegetarian or someone with allergies to eat here. There's so much different foods mixing and touching each other. The service was tough. Three times the wrong meat was brought to our table. The tea we ordered was not hot. Worst, the cleaning crew throw things into a cart without being careful. They threw food onto my party. It got on our clothes and purses. They proceeded to clean other tables that way and unfortunately all the throwing and splashing from the workers adds to the dirtiness of this restaurant
You guys gotta try Shabuya ?Hands down.Service was great, atmosphere
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Shabu-Shabu, Miso Broth
Loved this spot. I have previously been to one in LA, which is good too but can get crowded. Each person gets their own individual burner and bowl, so no one has to reach over each other. There was no wait time to be seated, and the food was delicious. The only negative thing I can say is it seemed there were only two servers and they seemed overwhelmed. Not cool. I'm not sure if it was just that day or if they are short staffed. So be aware. Other than that, it is a great place to grab lunch or meet with friends and family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Hot Pot
Celebrated with a group of friends here and had a great time. We made reservations the morning of and were able to fit a party of 8. Very popular location and gets crowded at dinner. The staff was helpful and kind. Service is fantastic. The tables are clean, ingredients are well organized and fresh. Plenty of tasty options to choose from, especially different meats and seafood. You get your own individual pot so you can customize the soup/spice you want. Spicy seems decently spicy here. Prices are typical and expected for the quality. Definitely check it out if you’re nearby!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
plenty of variety. overall good experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
They won't come to your table to ask what you need, but you can stop any worker walking by and ask for what you want. Food is fresh and slightly above average. Terra beer paired well with the food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Dipping Sauces, Sukiyaki Soup Base, Bak Choy
This place is awesome!Service has always been great.Pricing for all you can eat is fair and you get to enjoy a buffet of not only vegetables but also seafood aside from the usual shabu shabu of meat selection.Beef belly, rib eye and specially lamb are always on our selection!You pick out a soup base and they have about 5-6 to choose from and select the meat options you want to start with then head over to the buffet for your array of veg and seafood to cook. I always make my own sauces and bring a helpful of ginger, garlic, chili crisp and sesame oil to the table to customize my broth more.There is also some hot dishes like teokbokki, chapchae, sesame balls and eggs rolls that you can indulge in.We have been here too many times and have brought people over with us and always, the experience is enjoyable.
Tastes like other Shabuyas. Decent but not great. The meat quality at All that Shabu on Main Street is better and thinner. It's a little rough and thick here. The buffet bar is good with fresh veggies and seafood. You can waitlist on open table. Plenty of parking as it's part of a larger plaza. Would come if other places are busy
There's a reason why this place ALWAYS has a long wait! Shabuya is a go-to place for hot pot. Broths are served individually and you get to choose from a big selection (you can even mix up two broths together!). You also let the waiter know what kind of meats you'd like and they bring that out to you. Then from there, you're able to help yourself buffet-style to veggies, seafoods, and building your own sauce.I highly recommend getting the sukiyaki broth, it's my go-to always. Although it can be argued that this spot is good for big groups, the seating can be a little frustrating. Since everyone has their own pots of hot pot, they give a lot of table space. Every time I've been, we would be a group of 6. The max to a table is 4 and then they would tag the other 2 people at the table next to it. So conversations between the two tables were distanced, which can be challenging. My biggest tip is to get there early and NOT when you're hangry! Wait times vary but from the past few times I've been, the wait was usually 45-60 minutes.Can't wait to get my hot-pot fix here the next time I'm in town!
Shabuya is one of my "go-to" spots in Alhambra when I am craving some shabu. It's all you can eat for both hot pot + hot food options and there's always plenty of items to choose from. They close late and despite it being difficult to find parking and the long wait time during both lunch + dinner , everything including the service is excellent! Shabuya in Alhambra is highly recommended by me. :)
? As a foodie, I've always had my sights set on experiencing the pot of happiness at Shabuya Alhambra. So, on New Year's Day, we ventured in with our son, eager to indulge in their promise of premium all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu at an affordable price.? Claiming to be the abode of happiness in a pot, Shabuya delivers a gastronomic adventure with freshly cut meats, a cornucopia of vegetables, an array of seafood, oden, and noodles. The menu diversity definitely impresses.✨ Our dining experience was pleasant; the ambiance was clean, and the service was attentive, elevating our visit. The meats were undeniably fresh, giving off a premium vibe that matched their claim. The seafood and vegetable buffet counters were brimming with delightful choices, catering to various tastes.? However, one aspect fell a tad short of expectations—the cooked food dishes. With only four options available, it felt limited compared to the extensive raw selection.⏱️ It's important to note that dining here is time-bound, capped at a 90-minute limit. Despite this, we departed feeling completely satisfied and stuffed after our flavorful rendezvous with shabu-shabu delights.? Overall, Shabuya Alhambra lives up to its promise of offering quality ingredients and a memorable dining experience. For shabu-shabu enthusiasts seeking a diverse spread within a budget-friendly, time-constrained setting, this spot is worth a visit. Our journey here left us content, having savored the freshest of ingredients and enjoyed commendable service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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Bad Customer Service, They don’t Know How to Host …. Very unprofessional….
Service: 1
It's one of the better Shabu places we have dine with, however, the buffet area is really messy and sauces were all over the table. It could be better monitored and maintained.
I had really good experience with Las Vegas Shabuya so decided to try this one.1) Vegas shabuya is cheaper and different menu 2) Vegas shabuya has sushi and Japanese food menu, also including in the all you can eat price3) LA shabuya has more options (including seafood) for the self service buffet counter and more sauces options 4) Alhambra shabuya is huge restaurant, however, during my visit, there's not enough staff 5) meat quality were goodI checked with the waiter and he told me every shabuya run differently depending on the owner and manager.
First cold day of the year 2024 tells us that Winter is here so SoCal. We craved and yelped for hotpot and Shabuya showed up around the area with good reviews so we went to see for ourselves. The place was very spacious and pretty clean for a busy cold night.The service, specifically our server, Abby was amazing, attentive, polite, and was really helpful. However, tho she asked other staff to bring us the set of tongs and ladle, it wasn't brought to our table and we had to follow up 2x. Just a small hiccup, but the rest of our experience was wonderful. Loved my Tom Yum broth, sukiyaki was a bit on the bland side, didn't the flavors until 50% of the water already evaporated. The meat, shellfish, and seafood were definitely good quality. Highly recommend! ig/tiktok: @jhennybellyventures
Good value for the price with large variety of food to choose from. I arrived with a party of 5 people on a Saturday night and was told the wait is 1.5 hours. There is a bar code at the restaurant to scan to be added to a open table waitlist. We were able to see the waitlist live in our phones, but it would be better if we could join the waitlist without physically going to the restaurant. During dinner we ordered food at the table as well as got food ourselves from the buffet. The buffet had a large variety of frozen seafood, sauces, vegetables, and meatballs. The variety was impressive, but things were not clean. The tongs were dirty and things were spilled. It would be very hard for someone who is a strict vegetarian or someone with allergies to eat here. There's so much different foods mixing and touching each other. The service was tough. Three times the wrong meat was brought to our table. The tea we ordered was not hot. Worst, the cleaning crew throw things into a cart without being careful. They threw food onto my party. It got on our clothes and purses. They proceeded to clean other tables that way and unfortunately all the throwing and splashing from the workers adds to the dirtiness of this restaurant