Momo Z.
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This place is truly unique — it’s a Korean + Japanese fusion–style shabu shabu, and quite different from typical Japanese shabu shabu or hot pot. They offer a soy-marinated crab (ganjang gejang)–inspired broth, which already sets them apart, and it comes with a bowl of their signature rice. The plating and tableware feel very Korean, so the moment you sit down, it really feels like you’re having a Korean-style hot pot. At the same time, the ingredients and overall balance lean more Japanese, and the fusion feels very natural rather than forced.
This is an à la carte restaurant, not all-you-can-eat. Three of us spent about $170 total (around $56 per person), and we were extremely full by the end. 🥩 The meat selection is extensive and high quality. We ordered a small plate of wagyu, a large 32-piece beef platter, and lamb — all were fresh and well-cut. Vegetables are included, which is a nice bonus. We also ordered Japanese skewers, including beef tongue, chicken heart, and pork belly. Everything was cooked perfectly with great seasoning, especially the beef tongue and pork belly — definitely not an afterthought.
🍤 For the appetizer, we chose the garlic shrimp, which was incredibly fragrant. The shrimp were large, juicy, and loaded with garlic flavor, especially good when dipped in sauce.
Each person gets two dipping sauces: a sesame sauce and a soy-based sauce. I personally preferred the sesame one — slightly sweet, very smooth, and perfect with the meat. Service also deserves a shout-out: the staff constantly checked in to see if we needed anything, whether we wanted more broth, and how the food was. Since it was a holiday, they even complimented us with an extra bowl of meatballs, and to finish, they thoughtfully served ice cream for dessert. Overall, the dining experience was excellent 👍