Backyards and patios
Most San Jose hibachi parties happen in the backyard. The chef needs a flat 10×10 ft space for the grill; lawn, patio or concrete all work, and table and chair setup is available on request.
San Jose, California
Hibachi at Home in San Jose
Book hibachi at home in San Jose and your backyard becomes the teppanyaki grill. A WAVE private hibachi chef brings the portable grill, fresh proteins, fried rice, vegetables, sauces and sake, cooks every plate in front of your guests with a live fire show, then cleans up. San Jose is inside our free-travel radius, so there is no travel fee — packages start at $45 per adult.
San Jose 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 Jose 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
No travel fee anywhere in San Jose
Travel is free within 30 miles of San Jose, so every San Jose address — from Willow Glen and Almaden to Evergreen, Berryessa and North San Jose — pays only for the food. Your quote shows the exact total before you book, with any group coupon already applied.
Where we set up the grill in San Jose
Garages with the door open
For a cool evening or a small yard, an open two-car garage works well as long as it's ventilated with a high ceiling. We don't cook under low ceilings indoors.
Office and team events
For team lunches and offsites, the Large Gathering buffet is a chef-prepared set menu with three proteins at $45 per adult for 40+ guests.
San Jose hibachi party questions
How much does hibachi at home cost in San Jose?
The same as everywhere we cook: Regular $55 per adult, Premium $70 per adult, Large Gathering $45 per adult (40+ guests), kids 5–12 half price and children under 5 free, with a $600 party minimum. San Jose has no travel fee.
How far ahead should I book a hibachi chef in San Jose?
2–3 weeks ahead is ideal, especially for Saturday parties in summer and graduation season. We can sometimes fit same-week dates — call us to check.
Can you do a hibachi birthday party for kids in San Jose?
Yes. The chef brings kids into the egg ping pong, cucumber toss and onion volcano, and kids 5–12 pay half price.
Do you bring tables and chairs?
Table and chair setup is available on request. Tell us your guest count when you book and we'll include it in your quote.
Near San Jose
We also cook across the South Bay. Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Mountain View, Fremont, Palo Alto and Morgan Hill are all in our free-travel area; Gilroy sits right at the 30-mile line, so your quote confirms it by address.
- Santa Clara
- Sunnyvale
- Cupertino
- Mountain View
- Fremont
- Palo Alto
- Morgan Hill
- Gilroy
See all Bay Area hibachi service locations, or hibachi at home in San Francisco. Planning a birthday? Browse hibachi party ideas and the hibachi at home FAQ.
Book hibachi at home in San Jose
Tell us your date, guest count and address — we reply within a few hours with an exact quote. No payment needed to reserve.