Backyards and patios
The grill needs a flat 10×10 ft spot. Lawns, patios and pool decks all work, and table and chair setup is available for $8 per guest.
San Diego, California
Hibachi at Home in San Diego
Hibachi at home in San Diego brings the teppanyaki show to your backyard, patio or beach-house deck. A WAVE private hibachi chef arrives with the portable grill and every ingredient, cooks each guest's two proteins with fried rice and vegetables, puts on the fire show and games, and cleans up afterwards. Packages start at $45 per adult, plus a flat $40 travel fee.
San Diego hibachi at home packages & prices
Regular
$55 / adult
2 standard proteins (chicken, steak, shrimp, salmon or tofu), classic show and games, about 90 minutes.
Kids 5–12: $27.50 · under 5 free
Premium
$70 / adult
2 premium proteins incl. filet mignon, lobster tail and scallops, enhanced fire show, lion dance and unlimited sake, about 120 minutes.
Kids 5–12: $35 · under 5 free
Large Gathering
$45 / adult
Chef-prepared buffet with a set menu of 3 proteins for 40+ guests.
Kids 5–12: $22.50 · under 5 free
$600 party minimum. Gratuity, add-ons and any travel fee are extra. See the full hibachi catering menu and prices.
What every San Diego hibachi party includes
- Private hibachi chef and portable propane grill
- Hibachi fried rice, grilled vegetables and a side salad
- Two proteins per guest, cooked to order
- Signature sauces and sake
- Fire tricks, the onion volcano and party games
- Setup and cleanup
One flat $40 travel fee for San Diego
San Diego is outside our 30-mile free-travel radius from Los Angeles, so every San Diego County address pays the same flat $40 travel fee — no mileage math. It's added to your estimate automatically and shown in your quote before you book.
Where we set up the grill in San Diego
Coastal decks and rentals
Vacation rentals and beach houses make great hibachi venues. Check that your rental allows a propane grill outdoors, and choose a spot sheltered from strong wind.
Big groups and team events
For 40 or more guests, Large Gathering Catering is a chef-prepared buffet with a set menu of three proteins at $45 per adult.
San Diego hibachi party questions
How much is hibachi at home in San Diego?
Regular $55 per adult, Premium $70 per adult and Large Gathering Catering $45 per adult (40+ guests); kids 5–12 are half price and children under 5 eat free, with a $600 party minimum. San Diego has a flat $40 travel fee, which is included in your estimate.
Why is there a travel fee for San Diego?
Travel is free within 30 miles of Los Angeles. San Diego is farther than that, so a flat $40 covers your chef's travel — no per-mile charges.
What's included in a San Diego hibachi party?
The chef, the portable propane grill, fried rice, fresh vegetables, salad, two proteins per guest, signature sauces, sake for guests 21+, the show and games, plus setup and cleanup.
When should I book?
2–3 weeks ahead is ideal for weekend dates. Weekday parties (Monday–Thursday) are currently 10% off.
Near San Diego
We cook across San Diego County — La Jolla, Del Mar, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Escondido, Chula Vista and El Cajon — and in Temecula on the way. The same flat $40 travel fee applies to all of them.
- Chula Vista
- La Jolla
- Carlsbad
- Oceanside
- Escondido
- Del Mar
- El Cajon
- Temecula
See all Southern California service areas, or hibachi at home in Los Angeles, or hibachi at home in Orange County, or hibachi at home in Palm Springs. Planning a birthday? Browse hibachi party ideas and the hibachi at home FAQ.
Book hibachi at home in San Diego
Tell us your date, guest count and address — we reply within a few hours with an exact quote. No payment needed to reserve.