Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Hot Pot

Came for the lunch special and honestly, it's not that great of a deal. It's only ~$4 cheaper and comes with green tea (which I don't drink, so it was wasted on me). I will say that the service was truly exceptional - everyone was so nice,personable, attentive, and explained everything so clearly. The meat was also noticably high quality. Their portions are also generous. (With free rice/veggies refills.) Would recommend coming with a group so you can mix and match different meat options.

We had such an amazing experience at Mokkoji! The servers were extremely attentive (Our main server was Tri, and he was super nice) — they made ordering super easy, suggested the best way to get more bang for our buck, and went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. They even gave us a big table so we didn’t have to wait long, which we really appreciated. The food was absolutely delicious — the meat was high quality and so flavorful, and the unlimited veggies, rice, and condiments really tied everything together. Everything tasted fresh and perfectly prepared. Overall, incredible service and top-tier shabu! Definitely coming back soon.

Amazing dinner at Mokkoji Shabu Shabu Bar in Mira Mesa! For those of you who don’t know Shabu Shabu is Japanese hot pot. We ordered the surf & turf set sampler for two and chose the seafood platter with lobster, salmon, scallop, shrimp and ordered the New York cut for beef. It also comes with a garlic shrimp appetizer. Everything tasted incredible. Great vibe and atmosphere, all the staff were very friendly and accommodating with our questions, and the food comes quickly. Recommend!

Came here with some school classmates looking for good food to fuel our brains and brawn. Ran into Tri, our wonderful server who made sure that my Shabu Shabu experience was the best I’ve ever had. Quality meat, good company, and a popping atmosphere. Loved the visit, would definitely come again!

My experience at Mokkoji Shabu Shabu was incredibly satisfying. The ingredients were premium and fresh, and the portions were generous with free refills on select items, which made the meal feel like an amazing value. The customer service was just as impressive — my servers were attentive and checked in often to make sure I had everything I needed without ever feeling intrusive. This was my first time dining here, and it definitely won’t be my last. I’m already planning to come back more often and bring friends along to enjoy it too.

Mokkoji is an absolute gem! The hot pot broth is incredibly delicious rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The restaurant is spotless and has a modern, welcoming atmosphere. What really stood out was the high quality, premium Wagyu beef melt in your mouth perfection. Everything was fresh and top notch. I would definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a premium hot pot experience!

Everything was super fresh—from the beautifully marbled meats to the crisp veggies and flavorful broth. Loved the thoughtful presentation (even the tofu had their logo!) and the variety offered. Great service, clean setup, and overall a delicious, satisfying meal. Will definitely be back!

Finally got to try this Sukiyaki place, I saw so many people recommend it. My friend and I chose a weekday to have dinner here about 5:30pm, no need to wait, the space is open, clean and well-designed. I like the wide open style. The menu is kinda complicated, but the waiter explained pretty well, we ordered two different bases for the hotpot, one is sukiyaki, one is spicy chicken soup. Both of them are pretty flavorful, but of course, I think sukiyaki is more my preference, especially with a raw egg dipping sauce. Other than the raw egg, they also offer sesame and ponzu dipping which is similar with MOMO Paradise. We ordered 3 meat combo plus a Toro fatty belly beef plate, the 3 meat combo we chose one Kataroshin Wagyu beef, one pork belly and one lamb. They offer unlimited veggies for free. I think the best for both of us is the Toro fatty belly, which is even better than the Wagyu beef, then the pork belly is good. Lamb is somehow too lean. The experience is pretty nice and service is quick and friendly. It’s about $50 per person, probably I’ll come back again.

Meat and soup is super flavorful and delicious! The customer service is great with delicious ice cream.

Really good! I really like to get the egg on the side and dip the meat in it. Only $1 extra

If you're craving comfort in a bowl, this sukiyaki restaurant absolutely delivers. The broth is rich and perfectly balanced--sweet, savory, and just the right amount of indulgent. Every slice of beef melts in your mouth like it's been waiting its whole life for this moment. The veggies are fresh, the service is warm, and the whole experience feels like dining inside a hug. 10/10--would happily risk food coma again.

Okay, if you're in the area or near a Mokkoji, this is a must try! First of all the seating, decor, and vibes are amazing. It's cozy and almost "elevated" in a way, a great spot I would say for couples, families, and solo date! Lots of seating, and a unique clean counter top seating with personal pots. The food is AMAZING - maybe it's because I'm a sucker for hotpot but this is my second favorite hotpot spot now. You can choose from a wide menu of meats and sides, as well as small preset portions. My bf and I did the special for 2 since we knew to this spot and it was so worth it and perfect. The base, the sides, the meats, and overall the presentation of each item was great! Also can't forget to mention the staff, they're kind and very attentive/friendly. Our waiter was very helpful with our first time here and gave us a great experience. We are definitely coming back! Thank you Mokkoji

Mokkoji always hits. I've been here so many times and it never disappoints. The brothers who run it are always hilarious and genuinely make you feel taken care of. I'm a sukiyaki girl, and theirs is top tier -- great meat quality, and the salmon? Shockingly good. All the sides (veggies, udon, rice, sesame sauce, ponzu) are delicious every single time. Reasonably priced, consistent, and just an easy yes whenever I'm craving shabu or hot pot. Make a Yelp reservation because it does get busy!

I've been here twice now, once for lunch and once for dinner. Both times, the food and service were excellent. My choice of broth was spicy miso both times. It was delicious! If you like a little kick, then I recommend it. They have a great lunch special that is $19.99 that includes veggies, rice, beef (marinated or plain) and refillable iced tea. I've had the beef both ways. Get the marinated one that is flavored with a soy sauce base, garlic, and scallions. It really enhances the flavor! The portion size is just right and you are sure to leave with a happy tummy! They have a full menu with beer, wine, and soju. The restaurant is really clean. Definitely recommend this restaurant!

The interior is spacious & there is a good amount of seating. I love how wide the tables are & that the stove top is not too close to the edge. You put your party down on the yelp waitlist & wait for your table to be ready. Order is quite easy, you pick your broth & cut of meat. The veggies are included, with unlimited refills on the leafy greens. It also comes with rice & sauce. This meal is definitely worth the try! Garlic Fried Tofu - 9.2/10 (the tofu was fried in perfect tiny pieces & came out piping hot. the dipping sauce was delicious & paired perfectly with it. i love the light crunch from the crispness of the tofu & the aroma from the garlic) Flat Iron "Mokkoji Cut" - 9.4/10 (as you can see, the color of the meat is very vibrant & the quality of it is delicious. the marbling is perfect & i love the sesame seeds to top it off. the ten pieces is perfect for a complete meal with all the fresh veggies. i love how the udon noodles & tofu is included as well. i tried the spicy miso broth which was light but not too spicy. i do wish there was a strong miso flavor however. nonetheless, i would definitely come back again to try other options!)

My friends and I came here for the $19.99 lunch special. I ordered the flat iron steak with the original broth. My friends ordered the same except they picked the spicy and spicy miso broth which was $1-2 extra. This also came with an array of veggies, udon and cute tofu embossed with mokkoji logo. This mela also included a green tea. We really enjoyed our meal. I felt it was a simple and healthy meal. My broth was somewhat bland so I added some of my friends' broth into mine which made it more flavorful. Next time I will order the spicy miso broth too. I thought it was cool that each seating had its own temperature controller for the hot pot. This is clean place with friendly service.

Our standard for shabu are pretty high and we've been looking for a good shabu place in SD for quite a while. After trying many different places, we took a shot at Mokkoji and think we found the best in this area. They have a good lunch special and decent quality meats. We like the meats without marinade to really get a cleaner experience. Their broths are also quite spicy - we usually will get a spicy miso or spicy tonkatsu and expect a little kick but these broths are only a few notches below a traditional Chinese spicy broth so be warned! Inside was clean and each table had their own pot, which was nice and the service was very fast on the two occasions we came (weekend dinner and weekday lunch!)

Solid Shabu place with flavorful broth, tasty dipping sauces, friendly service and good selection of meat, veggies and seafood. Price is pretty average for the area. Great place for one of those rare rainy days in San diego.

We've been to other Mokkoji locations (Arcadia, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Rowland heights) throughout the years, but first time at this location. Food is consistent and in controlled portions, which is what I prefer for shabu. Service is a bit lackluster at this location. One feedback would be to please provide skimmers for the broth. I asked for one and was asked if a ladle was ok, then nothing was brought out. Ended up having to use the soup spoon to scoop the fat out, which is not a very efficient way to do it without losing all the broth in the process. But not doing it would be gross, see photo for example.

Went back for lunch. The place filled up fast. Service was a bit behind, but the food was as good as before.

First time ever at a hot pot. This place was hopping on a Saturday night. Ambiance and service are top notch. The staff were very patient with us and explained how to select our dish. Explained the differences of the broths and the meats. I ended up getting the original broth with two combo option: marinated brisket and pork belly. And hubby got the spicy chicken broth with the toro fatty belly. The veggie sides were very generous. And the peanut sauce and ponzu sauce enhanced the flavor. As an appetizer we ordered the pork belly skewer and beef tongue skewer. So flavorful and tender. Everything we had was amazingly delicious. We are definitely coming back!

Really great food and service! Came in for their $20 lunch special and was completely blown away by the quality. It was fairly open seating and everything was super clean. I'm a spice nut, so I tried out their ghost pepper extract and was not disappointed! Very smokey and spicy but was a great addition.

Did the 3 item combo with fire crab broth, toro, pork belly, beef, and Colorado lamb. Added spicy tincture to the peanut sauce that doesn't have peanut in it. My partner got sukiyaki and got egg to accompany it to dip with the meat. At the first dip, the spicy tincture hits hot but with more stirring gets mixed well. All the meats quality was good. Plenty of veggies on the side to go along with it. Enjoyed the food, especially the fire crab broth (oh yeah, it comes with a small half crab in it!). Drank the broth at the end after all ingredients soaked into the soup. I have a spicy and salty palette so mileage may vary.

Came here for the lunch special. Not a bad portion, it also comes with unlimited cabbage and kale. Flavor wise it was alright. Service was pretty good

Second time here @ Mokkoji! My first time was at the Irvine location. I like that I can easily get in line on Yelp as we're driving to the restaurant & have some time to chill in the car before getting seated :) It was quite spacious with some tables on the left side, middle, & seating for the bar as well. It was quite busy around 11am and waited around 30 mins. We got seated at the bar & I shared a pot with my friend since we both got the spicy miso! Honestly the miso flavor wasn't that prominent... it just tasted spicy I think next time I would ask them to put more miso paste. I loved the toro; it was so yummy and seasoned well. Definitely would stop by again next time if i'm back in the area :)

I've been here a few times now! My first time having it was in its LA location so I was pretty excited seeing this place come to SD! I like how the clean and modern the space is & I would say the quality of the ingredients is very good! However, it is extremely pricey.. I recommend only coming here for the weekday lunch deal or else your wallet is gonna hurt. My fave broths are sukiyaki and fire crab.

The best hot spot in San Diego! The broth option and top tier meat selection never disappoints. My favorite broth is the spicy sukiyaki and we always get the shared toro plate! A assorted pickled veggies is a must! They have unlimited veggies, the perfect portion of udon noodles. They also have the best in house goma sauce, I can literally drink it! I always ask for hot drops in my goma. Ponzu sauce also available and very delish. Other soup base we've tried are the pork, regular sukiyaki, and seafood. All very good and flavorful, depending what your taste buds are calling for. We've also had the brisket and waygu cuts and bomb! During dinner they have skewers available. We've been here numerous of times and with friends and family. The service is always on point, all the servers are friendly and attentive. Ashely has helped us most of our visit and she's the best! Highly recommend for lunch and dinner. An intimate but home-y meal type of restaurant.

My favorite shabu spot. The space is clean, well kept and open. The service is always on point with friendliness and attentiveness. And the main event - the food! I always get the spicy pork broth - rich with a depth of flavors, perfect level of spice. For meats, we love the Mokkoji cut and toro. There are different sizes of meat you can order - a regular for me is sufficient while my husband goes for a large. Nice thing is that you can take any leftovers to go! Don't sleep on the yakitori skewers!! These might actually be our favorite thing there. Parking is easy in a private lot.

The hot pot portions are personal-sized but totally customizable -- pile on more meat or veggies if you're hungry! My go-to? Sukiyaki broth + flat iron Mokkoji cut, always marinated, because that garlicky goodness is chef's kiss. The best part -- you can swap veggies! For example, when first ordering, you can ask your waiter or waitress to trade them carrots for more mushrooms. Some veggies are also free and unlimited like kale The broth is unlimited too! I felt that portions seemed a little smaller than Mokkoji in Orange County, but honestly, the flavors here are so rich and comforting that I leave happy every time.

My fiance and I came here around 7p on a Friday night. For a party of two, we didn't have to wait to be seated. The restaurant is very well ventilated and spaced out nicely. Each person gets to have their own pot. The broths were okay, there wasn't any WOW factor to it. The meat quality was really good. We got the share portion of the toro and it was more than enough for the two of us. The share portion comes with two broths, two sides of vegetables and two rices. The vegetables and rice are unlimited. We ordered the fish balls but was a little disappointed to receive only four for $7. Honestly, the fish balls were okay. The service is very good. Even though the restaurant got busy throughout the night, our server was still very attentive with us.

one of my favvvv places to eat!! i always get the toro, which is so fattyyy and yummyyy. i also ask for extra marinade on the side because they lowkey don't give enough. the extra marinade makes a difference and gives the meat more flavor!! i like the spicy sukiyaki for the soup, especially since it comes with an egg. really flavorful and i like miso as well. make sure to ask for some garlic the other sides to flavor ur broth. it's not toooo expensive, especially for shabu shabu, but it can add up. yummy rating: 9/10

This is hands-down my favorite hot pot spot! The quality of the ingredients is always top notch, the broths are rich and flavorful, and I love having my own personal stove to customize my meal exactly how I like it. Place is always clean and they always keep the place cold so you can even come here during summer time. A special shoutout to Michael he was an amazing server! Super attentive, friendly, and always made sure we had everything we needed without us even having to ask. Service like his really makes the experience even better. If you love hot pot, you need to try this place. I'll definitely keep coming back! My go to: Mokkoji fatty belly and sukiyaki broth with the egg dip!

Service 10/10 Food quality 100/10 Ambiance 10/10 My go to place for shabu in San Diego has to be Mokkoji Mira Mesa. This is the place I would bring my friends, co- workers, family whenever we're looking for a place to dine in with great ambiance and great foods, sharing some nice sake/ cocktails and intimate conversations with my girl friends after a long stressful week @Mokkoji is one of the best therapy. Staffs are always nice, friendly & courteous to add on the great experience here. It offers a different level of quality and experience, far beyond the usual AYCE comparison.

Nice open area with a good amount of seatings and bar space. Picked up my daughter from school and decided to stop in for lunch. We didn't have to wait too long for a table. We came in around 1:00 pm on Friday. Our server took our order shortly after. They currently have a $19.99 lunch special and that's what we got. Each individual pot comes with 2 different sauces, 1 plate of high quality meat, a side of veggies, udon, rice and iced unsweetened green tea. Perfect amount of food. Broth is clean. Tastes even better towards the end after the sweetness of the veggies and meat has been incorporated into it. Everything came out quick. The server told us to enjoy our food and walked away not realizing he had forgotten to give us napkins and chopsticks. No big deal. The moment I flagged someone down he quickly apologized and brought it to us. Overall good meal and experience. We will be back.

My girlfriend Catherine and I came to Mokkoji in Mira Mesa on a Sunday and had such a great experience! There was no wait at all, and we were seated right away a rare treat for a weekend! The service was fantastic super attentive and friendly. Our server recommended the chicken skin skewers, and OMG they were life-changing! So crispy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked I loved them so much I had to order two more rounds! We both ordered the beef broth, which was rich, savory, and comforting. And to top it off, they even gave us extra meat at no extra charge since they didn't have the specific one we wanted such a thoughtful gesture! Everything from the food to the service was spot-on. It's clear that Mokkoji really cares about their customers and the dining experience. Can't wait to come back for another round of those chicken skin skewers!

The food at Mokkoji is always really good and I can tell it's more quality than a lot of all you can eat shabu places. I love the individual hot pot style. I've been here a couple times and have had good experiences. The service is overall pretty good, but one time the burner wasn't working for my friend and after waiting for about 45 minutes they brought out a portable gas stove so she could eat and comped her meal. I appreciate the actions they took to help her out but I wish it could've happened a bit sooner since by the time she was eating, everyone else had already finished. I also like that you can make reservations and I think the largest party they can accommodate at one table is 8 people.

Checked out this popular Shabu hot pot chain that everyone raves about. The restaurant was clean and modern; a nice place to dine and catch up with friends. The food was good. Fresh ingredients, tasty broth (the [spicy] pork broth in particular), and I loved the unlimited veggies. That said, it's still pretty much what you'd expect from a Shabu spot. Solid, satisfying, but not life-changing. I do like the individual pot rather than a shared pot. If you're craving hot pot and want something dependable with a nice atmosphere, this place delivers. Just don't expect a mind blowing experience.

Date of Visit: 6.1.2025 Cuisine Type: Japanese Hot Pot / Shabu Shabu Vibe: N/A (Ordered via DoorDash) Cost: ~$30 per person What I Ordered & How It Was: Mokkoji Flat Iron Cut (Shabu Set) - 3/5 Meat came cleanly packaged and was decent quality nothing wild, but good enough. The veggies looked fresh (see pic) and the branded tofu is a nice touch for the 'Gram. You still have to cook everything yourself as the broth didn't come hot enough to get cooking right away, which kills the momentum when you're ready to eat. That first 10 minutes felt like waiting at a red light with a plate of raw food in your face. Sauces were flavorful though honestly, they saved the meal. Service & Atmosphere: N/A... ordered via DoorDash. No issues with packaging or delivery, but obviously, the sit-down vibe can't be judged. Overall Thoughts: Best thing I ate: The flat iron cut beef by default. Room for improvement: Start with a much hotter broth and something else that is savory besides just the meat. Would I come back? Probably not in person. There's better value elsewhere for the shabu craving.

Service was friendly and attentive. Loved the marinated meat options. We ordered their most popular broths- pork and spicy pork. DELICIOUS!!

I came with a group of friends today! The service was fast, and the server was incredibly helpful in explaining the menu and helping us select what we wanted to eat. I got the chicken broth, my boyfriend got the sukiyaki. My friends got the spicy miso and spicy chicken. The share pcs is enough for two.

I love Mokkoji for lunch, it definitely hits the spot I've invited friends to lunch two weeks in row and always order the $20 lunch special, perfect portion and pricing for lunch! For a boost a bottle of soju too I like my meat marinated, I always request extra veggies and condiments. Why not? Cause it's free!!!!! I'm a spicy eater and request 2 drops of ghost pepper in my brother and both dipping sauces. The servers are always around asking if anything is needed. Place is simple and clean, easy to find and lots of parking. At the end the brother is so flavorful. . Check out Mokkoji, it's good

Come back for anniversary dinner. There is a new promotion for 14 pieces wagyu beef brisket for $35 that we ordered with a special for 2 Toro. As expected, water, Sapporo beer, dipping sauces, sauces, veggies plates came out quickly. Very good service as they came back and check on us many times. Open kitchen, clean tables and chair and restroom. Ventilation is super good. Recommended to take time ask the server to repeat what you ordered and additional cost for sauce choice or anything included. The menu has been cleverly designed to mask these " nickel n dime" additions. Not a big deal but making the checking the bill and getting surprise a little unpleasant for otherwise a perfect dining experience.

This was our first time trying this place and I will say we will definitely be back. Service was great and fast, the quality of meat was good, and the portion was great. Definitely add this to your list of hot pot places when you're in Mira Mesa.

I wanted to try this location since they opened in San Diego! I got a share plate as well as a beef tongue skewer. I'd say the marinade on the New York slices are amazing and the beef tongue is ok. A little thicker than what I would've expected. Expect this place to be a little pricey though!

had such a wonderful dining experience here. The service was warm and attentive without ever feeling rushed, and every team member made sure we had everything we needed. The flavors were absolutely outstanding -- from the fresh, beautifully marbled meat to the rich, perfectly balanced broths and the variety of tasty dipping sauces. Everything was served with great attention to detail and at just the right pace. The atmosphere is bright and welcoming, making it easy to relax and truly enjoy the meal. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a delicious and memorable hot-pot experience!

My co-worker, who frequented the OC Mokkoji had recommended this place. Apparently it is very popular in the OC. It's pretty much like most shabu places. You have a choice of your broth. Then you can chose the cut of meat you want. They also have an optional marinate you can add on top of the meat. Honestly, once you cook it, it all goes into the soup. It didn't really change the taste of the meat. The portion of the meat was generous, albeit a little bit pricy. The vegetables were fresh and refillable. Overall, I was not disappointed with the experience but with so many shabu places in the area, I don't feel it stands out. Pro: - restaurant was clean - food portion was generous - vegetables were fresh and refillable - plenty of parking Con - pricey. you gotta pay for the soup base and then the meat. - the fried tofu was overfried - menu was confusing

I've found my favorite hot pot place in San Diego!! It is on the pricier side because you have to pay for additional add ons, but I'd say the meat and broth quality is worth the price. They only give you a small set of veggies and noodles (very little) for free. So if you want meatballs, fishballs, eggs or other noodles, it's extra charge. I really liked the fire crab broth - it's a bit spicy but great flavor. I also got the flat iron and toro meats. Both are great; the toro was fattier (duh) and the flat iron was more lean but still really tender (can you call thin slices of meat tender lol). I prefer the flat iron over the toro! The service needs some improvement. I felt like some of the servers were not friendly. For example, my friend specifically told the server not to put sesame seeds on the meat because she has an allergy. When the food came out, it had sesame seeds. We asked for a new plate of meat, and the waitress gave us bad attitude. Overall, I would recommend!

Pros: - great service & attentive servers - easy parking in a big lot - no wait when we came around 5 pm on a weekday (it was pretty empty) - aesthetically pleasing presentation - complimentary refill of veggies - fried tofu appetizer was pretty good (crispy and subtly sweet) Cons: - broth was a bit bland (got both the pork and sukiyaki) - the "refill" of broth was just water, so it made it even more bland. Most shabu places provide actual broth refills so that was disappointing esp since you have to pay extra just to choose a broth to start with - way too expensive for the quality. Paid $50+/person for average meat/broth. Could have gotten premium ayce (with comparable meats) for less elsewhere - the cabbage wasn't washed well. There were bugs and dirt on both my dishes - doesn't do anything extra for birthdays/celebrations: I added a note in our reservation that the dinner was for a birthday, nothing was done for it or even mentioned (at tabu shabu, they went above and beyond making us feel special when they overheard my friend's big news, those types of actions make a place memorable).

5/5 stars for mokkoji!! It's not my first time at a Mokkoji but it was my first time at this location. Great service, high quality meat, and delicious meat. I got the beef sampler with a +1. It comes with 6pc of every meat, two bowls of rice, and 2 drinks, veggies and sauce. The meats actually just melt in your mouth and the broth is delicious. The sauce adds so much flavor and when you ask for their extra spice drop, you might as well be in heaven :D I am a hotpot enjoyer and when I say this place is soooo worth, trust!! I am usually a bit on the cheaper side, but even though you pay a bit extra, you feel so full. Service was also great! We came in a bit later than we should've, and although they slipped the bill at our table without trying to be too obvious, they let us know to take our time (oops haha). I also left my card on accident and they called me 2 minutes after I left to give it back. Lastly, the server (Candace? her name was on my receipt) was really nice in giving us suggestions when I was being really indecisive. The other guy who greeted us and checked in on us multiple times (but not too many where it was annoying) was really kind also!! I wish they had a mokkoji in norcal :( Also their tofu is has their brand/logo on it, isn't that just so cute?

Went here for our first time a couple months ago and it was a great experience! Thankfully, we went before the dinner rush, so staff were able to walk us through the process. It was pretty quiet since we went during a slow time, but the restaurant is nice! It goes back pretty deep and there are plenty of tables on the main floor and at the bar. The food was delicious and it was fun trying out a new shabu place!

Wow! This place is pretty damn good!!! Easy spot to find in a Mira Mesa strip mall. There was plenty of parking and the space inside was nice and simple! We made a reservation for 6 and got seated right away. We had a good size party but we all ordered and got our food right away, which is always amazing when you got 7 hungry ladies! Pretty easy and straight forward... pick your apps, your soup base... meat and add ins... and within minutes you have the shabu shabu of your dreams! Everyone gets what they want and everyone is happy! I got a combo where I could pick two meats and it was perfect! Veggies were plentiful... sauces were good too! Tip: get two orders of quail eggs ... you won't be sorry

Didn't realize this place just opened up in Mira Mesa, but dang is it the food good! They have a wonderful and affordable lunch special during the week. The quality of the meat was really good and the broth was flavorful. Service was quick and attentive! I forget what this place used to be but the whole interior of the restaurant had been remodeled and it's super clean and well kept!

(Continue) BOIL, DIP, EAT... REPEAT - FOOD: qualify - PRICE: expensive but fair because of quality - SERVICE: always exceptional - AMBIANCE: specious and clean shabu joint For a better deal and for a new-comber, went for the "SPECIALS FOR 2". There were a few sets to choose from but the one that allowed both of us to sample all their meats was the BEEF SAMPLER, it was the way to go. And I do believe is the best deal of all the sets. BEEF SAMPLER ($111) - choice of drink - 2 Sapporo beers, hot/cold sake, or soft drinks (went for soft drinks) + 6 slices of every cut in lowest to highest price order: Flat Iron, Brisket, Toto, New York, Prime Rib, Kataroshin (Wagyu), and Zabuton (Wagyu) + 6 fried garlic fried shrimps + 2 desserts. Everything else comes standard - each select your choice of broth, get a bowl of brown rice, and a bowl of vegetable for the broth. Past experience one type of meat is always orders and although I do switch up my meets here and there I never got to really sit there and compare in details. Doing the beef sampler gave me that opportunity. HIGY RECOMMEND Favorite to least favorite - Zabuton (wagyu) and Karaoshin (Wagyu): equally loved and liked the most. Wagyu is the choice of meat for top shabu protein quality. Both flavorful and so tender. - Prime Rib: savory and tender - New York: savory and tender but not as tender as the Prime Rib - Flat Iron: this would be your average meat for shabu. Its texture would be in the middle not the most tenderest and not the most chewiest - Toro: fattiest of the meats and it didn't leave a lasting impression except for it being average in memory. - Brisket: usually the favorite for kbbq but I've come to learn for shabu it is much chewier than the rest of the meats 6 FRIED GARLIC SHRIMPS - the beef sampler included this dish. I never think to stray away from anything besides Shabu meats at a Shabu restaurant but this was served with our Set. It was treated like an appetizer as our broths boiled up. If you Asian, your peeling finger skills will be needed. Although very seasoned the flavor is on the shell. The shrimp meat was good but less flavored. It came with a slice of lemon and a black squid ink dipping sauce which was light but good. HIGHLY RECOMMEND YAKITORI MENU - this is new. Although the food above was plentiful, I went with one of the Yakitori to try and went for the Chicken Skins. Hmm thought it was okay. texture was suppose to be a little more crispy but it was chewy with a little fruity edges. I questioned if I was eating skin or intestine (blah). The Swiss flavor was sweeter than I liked. Will pass on this next time. DESSERTS - the beef sampler included 2 desserts which was a choice of macarons or taiyaki. Both selected Taiyaki. They were ok, bug in size and ice cream filling portion is light. Perfect to end the meal. Been to Mokkoji many times in OC, but this is my 3rd time at the San Diego location and will most certainly NOT be my last. Until the next review...

Service is nice. We were quickly seated at the bar during dinner time. Food is delicious. Vegetables are very fresh and some were unlimited. Portion is nice. I like their potato chip lights lol Good place for dinner. Will come back again. Free dessert with review. Andrew our server was very nice and efficient!

Food: 5/5 Service: 4.7/5 Ambiance: 5/5 It was soo worth coming here. Food was so good, and it fills you up more than you would think! Will be sure to come back :)

We came for two birthdays and they were kind enough to send us a flat iron add-on on the house!! Service was super friendly. Things that were lacking were the broths. We ordered spicy pork ($5), original ($0), and sukiyaki ($3). Spicy pork was by far the best but tasted like MSG. The sukiyaki was probably the worst. Each meat platter comes with a set of bok choy, napa cabbage, enoki, tofu, kale, udon, and rice. It's nice they give you refills of veggies but only of the cabbage, bok choy, kale, and rice. It'd prefer to get refills of udon and enoki since it didn't come with much of either. Meat quality is great! Loved the beef belly and flat iron.

Our new go to place for hot pot! We've become regulars here lol. We usually get the sukiyaki, spicy sukiyaki, marinated "Mokkoji Cut", marinated pork belly, meat balls, and kimchi. All delicious. Service is always friendly, quick and attentive.