Romuel Dave C.
Yelp
Came here on a Monday with a reservation via NFT, however it wasn't needed. Your mileage may vary depending on peak times, but I would imagine, like all Chubby Group locations, and South St. Cerritos, this place will get packed at night and on the weekends.
Ambiance has the same decor as other Chubby Group spots...dark, modern, clean, with wood/bamboo accents. Can't go wrong with that.
Service was superb. Owner/Management don't miss with their picks; and the people who worked Monday were quick, responsive, polite, and had excellent rapport with us and the tables around us.
The Bone Marrow special item was delicious, however the foie gras was a little meh for me. I tasted more Blueberry than actual foie gras.
Side Items: Shrimp Tempura surprisingly really good. My Godson loved the Gyoza, he at the whole plate himself (He's 2!!). He also really enjoyed the minced beef over rice they always have.
Meat and vegetables were great, and the sukiyaki and house broths were very flavorful. Although I love Shabu, and the end result broth/soup was one of the best I've had post-shabu meal, I don't think this is the best way to enjoy A5. If you over cook it, the meat basically becomes regular quality with all the fat rendered, and there is a fine line between perfect and over cooked. That may be a personal thing, so you may feel different. I also had to cook my meat a little longer due to my Godson.
Overall, I would come back, however I'm more excited that the one in Irvine is opening soon, and you can bet I'll be there.