Private Hibachi · La Jolla, CA
Skip the restaurant reservation: our chefs cook live on La Jolla patios, decks, and driveways for birthdays, graduations, and reunions.
📞 Call Now: (919) 439-8909Why La Jolla Books HibachiNearby
Looking for something different in La Jolla? HibachiNearby turns your backyard into a private teppanyaki restaurant — a favorite for birthdays, graduations, and gatherings throughout San Diego, Del Mar, Encinitas.
Whether you found us looking for a La Jolla teppanyaki party, a mobile hibachi chef in CA, or hibachi catering near me, the experience is the same: we bring everything, cook live in front of your guests, and leave the space clean. Book online or call (919) 439-8909.
Service Area
HibachiNearby serves La Jolla and the surrounding San Diego County area — including San Diego County. Coverage extends across the wider San Diego County area — homes, estates, and vacation rentals alike.
Not sure your address is covered? Call or text (919) 439-8909 — we confirm coverage in minutes.
Best La Jolla Setups
Backyards across La Jolla were built for this — we just add the chef, the grill, and the fire.
Neighbors, one long table, and a chef flipping shrimp down the line.
Perfect for large homes with patios, lawns, or outdoor dining areas designed for hosting.
A relaxed but premium way to bring everyone together for food and entertainment.
Great for high-end private gatherings where guests expect something beyond traditional catering.
A roofed patio or open garage keeps the show on when the forecast turns.
A popular La Jolla setup combining outdoor dining, lighting, and a live chef experience.
Menu & Pricing
Transparent packages, no hidden fees · $500 event minimum · chef, grill & setup included.
$29.99/child · pick any 2 proteins, fried rice, vegetables + the full live show. Plus local sales tax.
$39.99/child · add a third protein + premium picks. The crowd favorite. Plus local sales tax.
Ask us for the best group discount — special pricing for events of 50+ guests.
Reviews
La Jolla FAQ
Just a safe open-air space — backyard, patio, poolside, terrace, or driveway. Our chef brings the hibachi grill, fresh ingredients, and the full fire-show experience.
We serve La Jolla plus the surrounding San Diego County area — including San Diego, Del Mar, Encinitas — and we travel well beyond it. If you're nearby but not listed, call (919) 439-8909; odds are we already cook there.
Packages start at $54.99 per adult and $29.99 per kid plus local sales tax, with a $500 event minimum. The chef, grill, setup, and fire show are all included. The 3-protein package is $64.99 per adult, and for parties of 50+ guests, ask us for the best group discount.
No. Our per-guest pricing is published on this site, and any travel cost to La Jolla is quoted upfront before you book. Call or text (919) 439-8909 for an exact number.
It's our most popular booking in La Jolla — dinner and the entertainment in one, with the guest of honor front row for the fire show and chef tricks.
Hibachi needs open-air space, but a covered patio, tent, or garage with the door open usually keeps the show on. Call (919) 439-8909 and we'll plan a weather backup with you.
HibachiNearby provides La Jolla outdoor hibachi catering for customers looking for a premium private chef experience at homes, estates, patios, backyards, terraces, and poolside spaces. If you are searching for hibachi catering near me in La Jolla, private hibachi chef La Jolla CA, luxury hibachi catering La Jolla California, or backyard hibachi party La Jolla, HibachiNearby brings live cooking, fresh proteins, fried rice, vegetables, premium upgrades, and a full hibachi experience directly to your event.
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Dates in La Jolla go fast on weekends. Send your details or call (919) 439-8909 and we’ll hold your spot.
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Great food and fresh. Very entertaining to both adults and kids, had a great time.
Our chef Frank was amazing! It was 104 degrees and he cooked like a trooper! He was wonderful with adults and the kids and made everyone feel included! The food was amazing and cooked to perfection! I highly recommend him for…
Chef Lion was fantastic. Very funny guy and great chef. I usually think I’m the best chef in the world but now I have changed my mind.
Private chef at your home — the same price everywhere we serve, no hidden fees.
| Package | Adult | Child (under 12) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 proteins | $54.99 | $29.99 |
| 3 proteins | $64.99 | $39.99 |
$500 party minimum · before tax and travel
| Group (adults) | 2 proteins | 3 proteins |
|---|---|---|
| 10 guests | $549.90 | $649.90 |
| 15 guests | $824.85 | $974.85 |
| 20 guests | $1,099.80 | $1,299.80 |
| 25 guests | $1,374.75 | $1,624.75 |
| 30 guests | $1,649.70 | $1,949.70 |
HibachiNearby hibachi at home in La Jolla is $54.99 per adult and $29.99 per child under 12 with two proteins, or $64.99 per adult and $39.99 per child with three proteins. The event minimum is $500 before tax and travel.
With the two-protein package, 15 adults come to about $824.85 and 20 adults about $1,099.80 for food, before tax, travel and tip. Kids under 12 are $29.99 each.
Yes — the party minimum is $500 in food before tax and travel. Smaller groups are welcome; the difference is shown as a minimum adjustment when you book.
A private hibachi chef, the grill, propane and the live cooking show, plus fried rice, hibachi vegetables and salad with your choice of proteins. The chef sets up, cooks in front of your guests and cleans the cooking area afterwards.
A flat outdoor spot about 10 by 10 feet (backyard, patio, deck or driveway), tables and chairs for your guests, and plates and utensils — or add tables, chairs and tableware when you book.
Yes, as long as there is a covered outdoor area such as a covered patio, porch or an open garage with good airflow. The grill is never used fully indoors.
As early as you can — weekends and holidays fill first. Pick your date and time online and you get an instant price before you confirm.
Travel depends on your distance and is calculated automatically from your address when you book, so the price you see is the price you pay.