Backyards, decks and rooftops
San Francisco yards are small, and that's fine — the grill needs a flat 10×10 ft spot. Open-air decks and rooftops work well as long as the building allows a propane grill.
San Francisco, California
Hibachi at Home in San Francisco
Hibachi at home in San Francisco brings the teppanyaki show to your backyard, deck, rooftop or garage. 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.
San Francisco 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 Francisco 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
San Francisco travel fee, quoted up front
Travel is free within 30 miles of San Jose. San Francisco is farther than that, so a small mileage fee applies — it's always shown in your quote before you book, and new bookings can currently save up to $300 on travel fees.
Where we set up the grill in San Francisco
Garages and ventilated spaces
A garage with the door open is a classic San Francisco setup, especially on foggy evenings. Open flames aren't allowed under low ceilings or indoors without ventilation, so tell us about your space when you book.
Small groups are welcome
Every party has a $600 minimum. For a smaller San Francisco dinner, you can reach it with extra proteins or sides like hibachi noodles, edamame and gyoza.
San Francisco hibachi party questions
How much is hibachi at home in San Francisco?
Regular is $55 per adult, Premium $70 per adult and Large Gathering $45 per adult for 40+ guests; kids 5–12 are half price and children under 5 eat free. There's a $600 minimum, plus a small travel fee for San Francisco (it's more than 30 miles from San Jose) that we include in your quote.
Can a hibachi chef cook in a San Francisco apartment?
Only in a ventilated, open-air or high-ceiling space such as a rooftop, deck, backyard or garage with the door open. We can't cook indoors under a low ceiling.
What's included in a San Francisco hibachi party?
The chef, the portable propane grill, fried rice, grilled vegetables, a side salad, two proteins per guest, signature sauces, sake, the fire 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 Francisco
We also cook on the Peninsula and across the bay — Daly City, San Mateo, Redwood City and Half Moon Bay to the south, and Oakland and Berkeley to the east. Every quote includes the travel fee for your ZIP code, if any.
- Daly City
- San Mateo
- Redwood City
- Half Moon Bay
- Oakland
- Berkeley
- San Rafael
See all Bay Area hibachi service locations, or hibachi at home in San Jose. Planning a birthday? Browse hibachi party ideas and the hibachi at home FAQ.
Book hibachi at home in San Francisco
Tell us your date, guest count and address — we reply within a few hours with an exact quote. No payment needed to reserve.