Private Hibachi Chef At Home
Live teppanyaki catering for parties, weddings & events — anywhere in the U.S.
We bring the grill, the chef, and the fire show. You just show up.
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No hidden fees. Chef, grill & all ingredients included.
*gratuity not included
- ✓Chef + grill + all ingredients included
- ✓2 proteins per adult, cooked to order
- ✓Chicken, Steak, Shrimp, Salmon, Scallops, Tofu
- ✓Hibachi fried rice & vegetables
- ✓Garden salad, yum yum & teriyaki sauces
- ✓Live fire show & teppanyaki performance
- ✓Premium upgrades: Filet Mignon (+$5), Lobster (+$10)
- ✓Extras: Gyoza $8 · Edamame $5 · Noodles $5
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Chicken, Steak, Shrimp, Vegetables & Fried Rice — all included.
What is Private Hibachi Catering?
HibachiLover is a traveling hibachi chef service — essentially hibachi to go — that brings the full at home hibachi experience directly to your backyard, patio, or event venue. Our professional home hibachi chefs arrive with everything — the grill, fresh proteins, sauces, and ingredients — and cook live in front of your guests while performing knife tricks, fire shows, and onion volcanoes.
It's dinner and entertainment in one. No reservations, no cold buffet trays — just your private mobile hibachi chef cooking fresh hibachi at your house while your guests watch the show. We serve birthday parties, wedding receptions, corporate events, graduation parties, holiday parties, family reunions, and more across 30 states.
How to Book a Private Hibachi Chef
Booking a traveling hibachi chef or backyard hibachi near you is simple. We handle everything from setup to serving.
Book Online or Call Us
Fill out our booking form or give us a call. Share your date, location, and estimated guest count. We'll confirm availability and pricing.
Chef Arrives With Everything
Our hibachi chef arrives ~15 minutes before your event to set up the grill, prep ingredients, and get ready. You don't need to provide anything except seating and plates.
Enjoy the Show & Feast
Your chef performs fire tricks, knife skills, and onion volcanoes while cooking fresh hibachi for every guest. Sit back, eat well, and enjoy the show.
Hibachi Catering for Every Occasion
From intimate backyard birthday parties to large wedding receptions and corporate team events — our private hibachi chefs make every occasion memorable.
Birthday Parties
Kids, teens, adults & milestone birthdays
Wedding Catering
Receptions, rehearsal dinners & engagement parties
Corporate Events
Team building, client dinners & office parties
Graduation Parties
High school, college & professional milestones
Holiday Parties
Christmas, New Year's, Thanksgiving & more
Family Reunions
Any size group — we bring enough chefs to cover it
Dinner Parties
Private hibachi dinner at home for any occasion
Private Hibachi Chef
Hire a personal chef to come to your home
Private Hibachi Catering Near You — 30 States
Our mobile hibachi chefs travel to your location across the East Coast, South, Midwest, and West Coast.
Why Choose HibachiLover for Your Event?
We're a full-service mobile hibachi chef service — hibachi on wheels — that comes directly to your home or venue.
Professional Hibachi Chefs
Our trained traveling hibachi chefs bring the full hibachi at home experience — fire tricks, knife work, and onion volcanoes — right to your backyard, patio, or venue.
We Handle Everything
We bring the grill, ingredients, sauces, and equipment. We set up before your guests arrive. Zero stress for you.
Indoor & Outdoor
Backyard, patio, garage, banquet hall — we work with your space. Any well-ventilated area works. No need to rent a venue or leave your home.
Fresh Proteins, Cooked to Order
Every plate is cooked fresh in front of your guests. Chicken, steak, shrimp, salmon, scallops, tofu — each person picks their own combination.
Any Party Size
Small gathering of 10 or a large reunion of 100+. We scale our team to match your headcount so everyone gets hot food at the same time.
Easy Booking
Book online or call us. Tell us your date, location, and guest count. We'll confirm everything and handle the rest from there.
What Our Customers Say
Rated 5.0 ★★★★★ by our customers on Google.
"The hibachi chef was incredible! My daughter's birthday party guests are still talking about the fire show weeks later. Easiest party I've ever thrown — they handled everything."
— Sarah M.
Long Island, NY
"We did hibachi for our wedding rehearsal dinner in our backyard. Best decision we made. The chef kept 45 guests entertained for two hours. Every single person loved it."
— Jennifer & David
Miami, FL
"Hired HibachiLover for our company team lunch. Way better than the usual catered food. People who barely talk at the office were bonding and laughing around the grill."
— Michael R.
Atlanta, GA
Hibachi Catering Tips & Guides
Everything you need to plan the perfect private hibachi party — pricing, planning, city guides, and more.
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Read more →Frequently Asked Questions About Hibachi Catering
How much does private hibachi catering cost?▼
Hibachi catering is $55 per adult and $30 per child (12 and under), with a $550 minimum order. Travel fees and gratuity are not included. California pricing is $60 per adult. Use our online estimate calculator for an instant quote.
What is included in hibachi catering?▼
Each adult gets 2 proteins of their choice from: chicken, steak, shrimp, salmon, scallops, or tofu. Included with every meal: hibachi fried rice, hibachi vegetables, garden salad, and signature sauces. The hibachi chef, grill, and all ingredients are all included.
Can you do hibachi catering indoors?▼
Yes! We can set up in any well-ventilated indoor space — a garage with the door open, covered patio, sunroom, event venue, or banquet hall. Outdoor backyard setups are our most popular option, but indoor works great too.
How far in advance should I book a hibachi chef?▼
We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance for most events. For weddings, graduation parties, and holiday parties — book 4–8 weeks ahead. May, June, and December weekends fill up fastest.
Do you bring all the cooking equipment?▼
Yes. We bring the hibachi grill, fuel, all cooking equipment, fresh ingredients, proteins, sauces, and seasonings. We set up and are ready before your guests arrive. You provide seating and plates for your guests.
What states do you serve?▼
We serve 30 states: New York, New Jersey, Florida, Georgia, Texas, California, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Washington, Colorado, Tennessee, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, Arizona, South Carolina, Louisiana, Alabama, Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Iowa, and Washington DC.
Is hibachi catering good for large groups?▼
Absolutely. We serve parties from 10 guests up to 200+. We send enough chefs to cover your full group — everyone gets hot, freshly cooked food without a long wait. Just share your headcount when you book.
Do you offer vegetarian options?▼
Yes. Tofu is one of our standard protein choices. We can also prepare fully vegetarian plates with tofu, fried rice, and hibachi vegetables. Let us know about any dietary restrictions when you book.
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5-Star Rated
Top-rated hibachi catering
Licensed & Insured
Fully covered for your event
30 States Served
Nationwide coverage
All Equipment Included
Grill, food & chef provided
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Tell us your date, location, and guest count. We'll confirm availability and handle everything else. Serving 29 states nationwide.