Had a wonderful experience at Mokkoji! We ordered the meat platter with the pork bone broth set for two, and it was excellent. The meat portions were very generous, perfectly seasoned, and paired beautifully with the flavorful broth. The vegetables were incredibly fresh and added a nice balance to the meal. Our waitress Nhi was fantastic -- very attentive, friendly, and checked on us at just the right moments without being intrusive. Highly recommend Mokkoji for different types of groups, whether it's a casual meal with friends or family gathering. We'll definitely be coming back! read more

I can't say enough good things about this place. What started as a lunch with a big group of coworkers turned into one of the most memorable afternoons I've had in a long time. From the moment we walked in, the energy was warm and welcoming, perfect for a group but still intimate enough to feel special. The food was outstanding across the board. I had the fire crab and marinated meat, and both were incredible. The flavors were rich, perfectly balanced, and clearly prepared with care. Every dish that hit the table looked amazing. A special shoutout to our server, Nhi, who truly made the experience exceptional. She was attentive, kind, and brought such a great presence to the table. She made everything feel seamless and added to the fun of the afternoon. What really made it unforgettable was the experience. My coworkers surprised me with a birthday celebration, and the staff helped make it feel so thoughtful and special without being over the top. Between the incredible food, fun atmosphere, and amazing service, it was one of those experiences that reminds you how special dining out can be. I left feeling celebrated, full, and already planning my next visit. Highly recommend for group lunches, celebrations, or anytime you want a guaranteed great experience. read more

I took my parents here to celebrate Father's Day a day early and we all enjoyed the food! My parents are picky, so it was nice to see they enjoyed everything and talked amongst themselves about how they'd come back on their own or bring friends. Between the 3 of us, we ordered the Set for 2 and then added on a side of veggies, rice, and soup so that we'd all have basically the same thing. The beef sampler comes with 42 slices of meat!! That was more than enough for the three of us. We chose for them to be marinated because honestly, that's just the best way. With the set of 2, you get rice, veggies, the broth, meat, two drinks (we chose Sapporo), and even Samanco ice cream at the end. I think for the deal it's a great price considering everything you get. The space itself is big in my opinion. Parking is a little tight in the garage, but that's not the restaurant's problem lol. The tables are pretty big, the induction plates work well, and the music is enjoyable for my taste. Our server was Thien, and we loved him! He was able to speak a bit to my parents in their native language, and it made them feel more at ease. It was really heartwarming to see :) Honestly, all of the servers were working hard the entire time and alway attentive to guests. Thanks for making the experience for my parents memorable, Thien! 100% I'll be coming back ^_^ read more

Heard great things so I finally checked it out. My friend and I shared two large size plates of meat: toro cut & mokkoji flat iron. The meal also came with a veggie platter, but choosing broth is extra cost. The meat quality was very good! I loved that even the lean mokkoji flat iron cut was still tender, and the toro was obviously a richer melt-in-your-mouth cut. I enjoyed the ability to do half marinated and half non-marinated meats as well. As for the broth, I had the spicy pork and my friend got the original pork, which each costed $5. This was definitely one of the better shabu broths I've had, although leaning on the salty side. The garlic and pork flavor was really prominent which I enjoyed. We also tried three appetizers: gyoza, takoyaki, and the wings. All were tasty. All the ingredients and food here was overall very fresh! This place is definitely very pricy but don't underestimate how full you'll get. My friend and I ordered two large plates of meat and we only ate about half total. I think two regular cuts shared between two would suffice for the average person. I was able to make another meal out of this. The service was 10/10 very informative, helpful, and attentive. The place is on the smaller side but kept very clean. read more

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Stopped by Mokkoji Shabu Shabu for a quick solo lunch in between errands on a weekday. There was a small line ahead of me but I was seated immediately since it was shared dining tables and I was just a party of 1. Ordered the lunch special flat iron ($25) with spicy miso broth (extra $2). Comes with iced tea, unlimited rice and veggie refills. The meat was really tender and tasty, paired well with the marinade they had. I also liked that the veggie options included bok choy and pumpkin. Service was nice and mostly attentive given how busy they were. Curious of their other broth options but don't love that it costs extra depending on what you order and can get pretty pricey for the portion size if it wasn't for the lunch special. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Flat iron lunch special - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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So happy Mokkoji is finally in the Bay! I no longer need to travel all the way to SoCal to get it. Anticipate a wait since the hype is real. Try and make a reservation if you can or get on the virtual waitlist before you come. I always get the Spicy Pork Bone broth with Beef Belly or Zabuton. Rice, cabbage, and kale are AYCE. Try and get a seat with Nhi if you can. She's the best! Always attentive and great at her job! Five stars all around! read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Beef combo - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Stopped by Mokkoji after a grueling leg day gym sesh. No wait bc we came at 430-5, before dinner rush, on a Wednesday. Thien was our server and he was super nice throughout our time there. We ordered the sampler beef combo for 2: which is 6 slices of all their beef cuts, 2 veggie plates, 2 rice, garlic shrimp app, and 2 drinks and dessert. Thien explained the process of choosing the broths and meat. He thoroughly answered any questions that I had, especially about the yuzu-nade and this unique broth, fire crab. He said fire crab was their original and sukiyaki flavor combined, and included a piece of crab. I had the option of making it spicier, it was like one pot shabu's spicy drops but theirs is ghost pepper. He also asked if we wanted our beef marinated or unmarinated. The marinade has soy, garlicky and green onions. We opted for the marinade. Each meal comes with two sauces -- citrusy ponzu and a sesame sauce, and garnish for them -- green onion, spicy radish and minced garlic I believe...? I think Thien went above and beyond bc there wasn't any signal at the restaurant (att kinda sucks in there), and he offered to hot spot his phone so we could get wifi. Like bruhhh, legit did not have to do that Anyways my fave cut of beef was the toro. That shit fatty and melt in your mouth hahaha. The garlic shrimp was pretty good too, but we didn't finish bc there was sooooo much food. The veggie platter comes with kale, bok choy, tofu, udon, Napa and enoki. I ate like a quarter of that and took the rest home + my broth. We finished all the meat since we didn't wanna leave it uncooked. I also got a raw egg on the side and that was also one of my fave dipping sauces, along with the sesame. Dessert was good but tbh I was sooooo fuckn full, I had to bring it home. I got the corn tamango (fish shaped cone with ice cream inside). Don't knock the flavor till ya try it One of the things I really like about mokkoji is that when they refill your broth, it's ACTUALLY more of their broth and not a basic broth (usually more water or a chicken/beef broth), like a lot of other shabu places have. So it's not watered down. Parking garage shared with the apartments + retail stores and lots of street spots across the street. Next door from the Trader Joe's and orangetheory! Also shout out to Huy for stepping in when Thien was busy read more

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I'm so glad that Mokkoji finally opened in the bay! It was my favorite shabu spot of all time back in socal. I really love the toro and ribeye with marinade, and the spicy pork broth is so good. I especially love the ball of thinly grated radish that you get. The two person deal is definitely worth it since you get a shrimp appetizer, drinks, and ice cream! My only complaint is that the broth quality can be a little inconsistent depending on who makes it, and it has made my stomach slightly upset recently. Other than that, everything else is great and the service here is amazing too. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - toro and ribeye - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Get the spicy crab broth! It's sooooo good! I'm drooling thinking about it already. Also never had spicy crab broth at a shabu place. Whoever you are, genius! I got brisket and my friend got toro. We both got large and it was very filling. I tried some of my friend's toro and it was really good and tender! Brisket was a little bit more on the chewy side but I still liked it! Flavor for both meat was also very yummy. Apparently smoked soy sauce garlic and something else, sesame? Definitely will come back for that spicy crab soup, I'm hooked. Update: Went again with my friend and we got the special for 2 deal, the beef sampler. We got to try all the meats! They were all so good but I think the ones that were marbled were the best. Wish they had little signs on them for which one they are. The set comes with sake and garlic shrimp appetizer. Appetizer and the sake was bomb, I usually don't like drinking but this sake was very light and tasty to me. It was the house sake, ozeki? I think I might like drinking sake now. We also got a sweet corn taiyaki ice cream. yum! Service was good, got seated quick on a Tuesday night. Update: Came on a Friday night, it was about an hour wait. I think they close the yelp waitlist when it's too packed, so plan ahead! Our waitress was Nhi, and so far the best! She was very descriptive and attentive to our mokkoji experience. There's a parking garage right next to it. No parking fee. There was a good amount of parking spots when I got in there. It's next to Trader Joe's parking garage. read more

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Mokkoji always hit the spot. On the pricer end but you're paying for the meat quality. Love their broth variety and servers have always been nice and welcoming. I do recommend going on the waitlist bc the wait can be long and it doesn't go by fast sometimes. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

I went to Mokkoji after hearing great things about it. The meat here is really good, and honestly, that's the best part of the restaurant. But, sadly, that's where the good stuff ends. The sauces, veggies, and broth weren't quite up to par, in my opinion. The veggie portion was small, and they only offer free refills on certain veggies, not the whole veggie plate. The sauce wasn't as flavorful as I'd hoped, and it was a bit too sweet for my taste. The broth wasn't special either; I got the pork broth and thought it was very basic. I also didn't like the setup; the tables are very tall, and the utensils and fishware set-up was disappointing. Overall, the setup made the experience uncomfortable. I also wanted to mention that I called the restaurant to try and make a reservation for Friday, but they said they don't do reservations and suggested joining the waitlist on Yelp instead. When I tried to join the waitlist, it was closed, and when I walked into the restaurant, they said they keep the waitlist closed on Friday through Sunday. It wasn't a big deal, but it was a little frustrating because I was told something incorrect by someone working there. I also felt it was counterintuitive to keep the waitlist closed on the busiest days. Overall, this is a one-and-done for me, and I probably won't be back. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Menu - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Came here during weekend lunch and was surprised that there was no wait. There were a lot of broths, meats, and items to choose from so we were glad our server Hilton was able to provide us with great service and help! I ended up getting the spicy pork broth which was excellent and we got the shareable size of the toro and flat iron. The meats were excellent and just enough for 5 people. Will definitely be back to try their other meats! read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

We've hit a few Mokkoji locations by now--including the one in Irvine. The food always delivers. The broth was spot on, ingredients were fresh, and the entire setup was perfectly dialed. What really elevated the experience was our server, Hilton. Sharp, attentive, and ahead of the game the entire night. Outstanding service anchors a great meal. We'll definitely be back. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Ate everything. - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

We have been to Mokkoji many times, but just now decided that it's time to give an outstanding review for our favorite hotpot place! On a Monday afternoon at around 2, there was no wait for a table of 4. We ordered four lunch specials (super well priced for what it offers) which comes out an order of flat iron, green tea or black tea, vegetable tray, and rice. The flat iron is best marinated! It has sesame oil, minced garlic, and green onions which adds an amazing flavor on top of the good quality meat. My favorite tea is their strawberry green tea, but on some days its wintermelon or watermelon green tea which is just as good! Their rice, bokchoy, cabbage, and kale from the veggie tray are all refillable. What a steal! My personal favorite soup is the fire crab because of its savory spicy flavor. It even comes with a crab leg! Their sukiyaki is also super good and flavorful, it tastes just like a traditional Sukiyaki. Since we have come to Mokkoji several times, we have been served by many amazing servers, but a great one to mention is Thien! He is super attentive and always checking in on us to see if we want refills of our vegetables or rice. Thien always makes sure our orders are perfect, as well as ensuring our experience is good enough to make us want to come back (which it always is)! read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Large toro + lunch deal flat iron (both marinated)! - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

One thing that sets Mokkoji Shabu apart from other Japanese shabu place is they have the crab broth and they put a whole baby crab in your pot. Individual hotpot seems to be trending these days so you can cook and have many things according to what you prefer. I actually love individual hotpot compared to the share hotpot due to hygiene reason. I love their sukiyaki broth, although some people say their sukiyaki broth is not that flavorful. But to me it was perfectly fine. Meat quality was supreme, vegetables that being served was also fresh. The same with udon noodles. They are not being served frozen for sure. Parking is in the structure but it can be crowded as well since it's shared parking with TJs. read more

Check the restaurant for accurate wait times. I checked Yelp while I was outside the door; it said there was an 80 minute wait. I was seated within 10 minutes of putting my name down for a table of 2. This location is a little different than others. My small table for 2 had two spots for pots whereas the locations I've been to in SoCal shared a pot for the table. The table is a bit big so it might not be the best option for soft spoken people. The food is just as good as the SoCal locations. I got the sampler with fire crab as the soup base. We chose marinated meat. I ended up being so full that I couldn't finish the crab in my soup. I always like to try the meat as is to taste the flavor. I liked the marinated flavor and fire crab flavor so much that I didn't need the dipping sauces. read more

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WHY WE WENT HERE: - dinner THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located on the corner of McCandless Dr and Market St - free parking garage shared with Trader Joe's, etc. THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - clean, industrial, floor to ceiling windows for lots of natural sunlight - single person restroom - hot pot warmer plate per person on the tables THE MENU: - just like the server told us, it IS confusing to read; best to decipher with the server explaining it to you - appetizer - choose your broth - shabu selection - special for 2 - add ons - beverages WHAT WE ORDERED: - Special for 2 - miso broth, flat iron "mokkoji cut", veggies, rice, dipping sauces THE TASTE: - the Special for 2 was actually a solid deal; got an appetizer, unlimited rice and veggies, the broth and the meat were very tasty, and we got a drink (sake) CUSTOMER SERVICE: - at the time we arrived, we were the only patrons in the restaurant - even as our dinner was progressing and ended it filled up and there were quite a few people waiting outside to be seated - overall, very prompt, knowledgeable, warm, and welcoming read more

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First time trying the shabu shabu at Mokkoji, and we were surprised to learn this is their newest location -- they even have one in Indonesia. We ordered the all‑beef platter combo for two and added a marinated flat iron beef plate for our group of three. The combo comes with veggies, rice, six garlic shrimp as appetizer , two drinks or beers, and two ice creams. Just note that the price does not include broth. We tried the spicy pork, spicy miso, and fire crab broths. They also offer ponzu and sesame dipping sauces. Presentation was solid and the beef quality was definitely nice. Prices are on the higher side, especially considering it's not all‑you‑can‑eat, but overall it was a good experience for a first visit. Service was ok, need to keep asking for plate and bowl when they get the broth first without utensils. I also hope that they will offer refill for drinks and have options for more than 2 combo in the future. read more

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Pros: fire crab is bomb and the share platter is a great deal! The marinade here is super yummy. Napa, bok choy and kale are unlimited. They do refill the sauce and soup. Servers are nice. Cons: I wish enoki and carrots were unlimited too! It is a tad salty for me. The lot is kind of crazy for parking since it's the Trader Joe's lot. Kind of a small space. The Yelp waitlist isn't always on. read more

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Mokkoji joins the Milpitas community located across the street from Great Mall situated behind Trader Joes. The parking garage is quite tight and can fill up on weekends. We came on the day before grand opening and we were pleasantly surprised by the quality. Immediately as you walk in, you'll notice the restaurant is on the smaller side compared to other shabu shabu restaurants. The tables are long and it seems like a lot of reviewers mention you may be seated right next to a stranger without a divider, which could be awkward or hard to enjoy your meal without listening to another party's conversation. The menu features a few set options as well as a la carte. I would say the set is only worth it if you drink or want the dessert. If you came strictly for hotpot, I would stick to a la carte section. * spicy pork broth - upcharge but made the beef and veggies extra flavorful. Its worth the splurge. * flat iron mokkoji cut - highly recommend this cut! Both the marinated and non marinated options are great as we did half and half. The marinade kind of just dissolves into your soup but both tasted delicious. Mokkoji checks all the boxes. Premade thoughtfully crafted sauces, high quality meat cuts, and fabulous service. If you are someone who prioritizes high quality food (and willing to spend a bit more) rather than quantity, you will enjoy Mokkoji. read more

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I was excited to try Mokkoji's new Bay Area location since my partner and I have enjoyed eating at their Southern California locations many times before. Unfortunately, our experience here did not live up to the quality we've come to expect from the brand. The service was fine, likely because we visited during an off-peak time and the restaurant was mostly empty. However, the food was disappointing. The meat we ordered looked very basic--similar to something you could purchase at a grocery store--and did not feel worth the price. The marinades were minimal, with only a light sprinkle on top rather than being properly seasoned. One of our meat orders was even served without any marinade at all. After we pointed it out, the plate was taken back and returned with only a small amount of oil and green onions added. The biggest concern was what happened after our meal. Both my partner and I became sick afterward and experienced symptoms consistent with food poisoning. We're not certain whether it was the meat, soup, sauces, or another ingredient, but we both felt unwell shortly after dining there. I really wanted to support this new location and was looking forward to having a Mokkoji closer to home, but unfortunately the food quality and overall experience were not comparable to the Southern California locations we've previously enjoyed. read more

*Visited around 4:30pm on a Wednesday with a party of 2 I finally got a chance to try Mokkoji and I was pretty impressed with the staff and food here. The restaurant itself is a little on the smaller side, but you are able to join their Yelp Waitlist before arriving to restaurant. Keep in mind that there's a parking garage right next to the restaurant- it's a very quick walk :) The staff here are incredibly kind and was able to explain the menu very well. OKAY THE FOOD: * Sukiyaki broth: I am an avid sukiyaki shabu pot person, and had to try their sukiyaki. I didn't realize the broth came with mushrooms and had planned to take them out, but our waitress noticed and was quick to get a new pot for me- I have a mushroom allergy but it's not super intense, and I didn't tell our waitress but she was SO sweet and made sure I didn't have a pot with any mushroom. * Marinated Prime Rib: my GOODNESS was this cut delicious. I think I like a tad bit more than their marinated brisket. I definitely want to come back and try their other meats and their combo sets. read more

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Love love love! Went here with some friends to try it out. I've had Mokkoji before in SoCal a few times, but this was both of my friends' first time. Mokkoji is in a little plaza with a Trader Joe's and Starbucks nearby. Theres a parking garage connected to the Trader Joe's, where there's retail parking spaces (both on first and second floor) available. Since we went on a Thursday evening, parking was very easy. Mokkoji itself is a small restaurant, but there were a good amount of tables available. Since it was a weekday, there was no wait at all. Our server was also very sweet, and helped explained the menu to us since we wanted to try the bigger meat bundles. She also suggested popular broths and marinated meats! Overall, she took care of us very well. The meal itself was absolutely delicious. I had the spicy sukiyaki broth and it was spicy and sweet but savory all at the same time. You also get a cup of rice, udon noodles, an assortment of veggies, and tofu in addition to your meats. Everything tasted so good and fresh. You also get sauces on the side, and the sukiyaki also gets an egg sauce. The sauces definitely elevated the eating experience. Overall, it was super tasty and service was awesome. Will definitely come here again! :) read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Beef sampler. Pork broth, spicy pork, and spicy sukiyaki. Delicious!! - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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My friend and I have been regular customers of Mokkoji when it was in Socal, so we were beyond excited to see it come to the Bay. Unfortunately, our experience was quite disappointing. My friend's spicy miso tasted like instant ramen soup base, and towards the end of her meal, the waiter offered to add more miso to the broth. The soup finally tasted like miso, but we were basically finished with the meal. Ultimately, the meal came out to $50 per person, after tax, tip, and the additional card charge they apply, which could've easily been the price at an AYCE buffet elsewhere. I would highly recommend getting your shabu shabu fix somewhere else, where you would get more bang for your buck. read more

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First off, I want to share that I love going to the Mokkoji branches in OC/SoCal and I try to go there whenever I am in the area. Once I found out that they would be opening one in the Bay Area, I had to go and try it for myself. Unfortunately, the quality of their food wasn't as good as the ones in SoCal and the menu costed more. I came with a group of friends during lunch time on a Friday. There was no wait and we got seated almost immediately. The server was very attentive and explained the menu quite well. I decided to get the Mokkoji cut with the marinate on it. I asked for the marinate on the side and they said they can't do that (in the SoCal branches this wasn't an issue). When the food came, the meet was super thinly sliced... like crazy thin and I was very surprised since I know the branches in SoCal were very generous with the cuts. I am just upset that I have to pay more and get smaller cuts. I will still be going to Mokkoji but not this branch unless they fix their serving size issues. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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I love mokkoji in socal so I was super excited to see one open in Milpitas!! The food is good and I love the sesame sauce! All the ingredients were fresh and its one of my favorite shabu spots of all time. Service was super good but the wait time was sooo long :( we were first on the waitlist for 20-30 minutes and it was also raining, not the restaurants fault but theres not much awning to hide under to avoid the rain. I liked how clean and spaced out the tables were though! Everything felt very clean and it wasnt too cramped. But mokkoji up here is definitely more expensive and the prices were hard to justify for the food read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Bottom is shared size and top is a large - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Recommend 1069%. I don't eat red meat, but the chicken and veggie options are superb. Greta portions and quality of the same. Service was amazing; everyone checks in to make you have everything you need or if you need a refill...without asking too much to be annoying. Servers were also very pleasant. Plenty of parking near by. Great cost as well. Very competitive to other Bay Area staples. Highly recommend trying. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Says "I care, but also enjoy it" - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

The service is really good, they were nice and quick once we were inside. They did check up on us here and there how we liked the food. The meat was arguably the best thing here. Extremely solid. And the sauces were pretty good. The place was cozy with modern asian decor. The thing I couldn't get behind was the broth, the original had a shroom taste and the miso had no miso flavoring. The side of greens with a bit of noodles was lack luster. It felt like a little this and that. I think it woulda been nicer if it came with more of one green. Or the choice between no rice for more noodle. The pricing for sure was not worth it in my opinion. A plate of 3 meats with broth was around $60 a person. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Taro, Lamb, Pork - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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The popular Mokkoji, a casual Shabu Shabu spot, finally opened up their Bay Area location. I've been staring at this spot every time I'm at Trader Joe's and am so glad they're open! I had a large flat iron Mokkoji cut and New York for the meats. Both meats were really good, although I prefer the flat iron cut, it was flavorful and well marinated with garlic. They also have a $24.99 lunch which includes a regular size brisket (originally $29.98) and tea. Also they have unlimited rice and veggies (only for the bok choy, lettuce and kale) so be sure to ask for extra veggies! The fire crab broth was sooo seafoody/ crabby, it was not bad but also not that good. I also tried my friend's pork and spicy pork broth, and the spicy pork broth was the best of the 3 broths we had. Dinner time on a weekday had no wait. Although the place was full when I left at 6.30pm. read more

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Been wanting to try this place for a while and really enjoyed it! Nhi made our experience amazing -- she was so attentive and friendly, the food was great and I particularly liked that there were unique broths like Fire Crab, and we will be back! read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

The hype is real yall! It's pretty darn good! My friends and I were a table of 4 and came around 7:30pm on a Sunday and waited for about an hour and 15 minutes until we got seated. They cut off the online waitlist sometime past noon I think so you can only waitlist in person. We each decided to do the "SPECIAL FOR 2" with the beef sampler set since you can get a variety of different meats. It's $119 for the beef sampler set which is around 60 per person if you're sharing for 2. It's definitely well worth the price for how much you're getting! The special for 2 also comes with two sets of refillable rice, house made sauce and veggies. It doesn't say on the menu or I'm just blind but it comes with garlic shrimp as an appetizer. For the veggies only the bokchoy and and the kale are refillable. You also get a choice of drinks that come with either 2 pints of Sapporo beer, 2 hot/cold sake or 2 soft drinks. And then for dessert you get 2 choices of taiyaki ice cream with your flavor of choosing. I love that some veggies are refillable but I will say they skimp out on the enoki mushroom. I wish there was more enoki but it was literally a few strands. However, I do love that it comes with a tofu with the mokkoji branded on there. As for the sauce this place does not have a sauce bar. They gave you 2 bowls of sesame sauce and some other yummy sauce that I'm guessing is similar to ponzu with soy sauce or something. We also for their pickled cucumber with chili oil as an appetizer and it's marinated and pickled nicely with yummy tangy flavor! They have a good variety of broth flavors and I chose spicy sukiyaki! It was really yummy and you can ask them to make it more spicy. But beware because the spice they use it actually pretty spicy and I'm a spicy lover! The meats were pretty good quality and you can choose to have them come marinated or not. We asked our server what he recommends and he said we won't be disappointed with marinated so we tried that. The marinated meat is good but it changed the flavor of my broth overtime as I put in more meat. Persoanlly I prefer it non marinated for next time as I like to taste my broth at its original state. Because at the end my broth was just really salty from all the marinated meat that was cooking inside. The garlic shrimp were really good and I really like the outside coating. It was flavorful and I liked the sauce they paired with the shrimp. I got the yuzu nade as my choice of soft drink and it's really good! My friend got their iced matcha green tea and it's really watered down. I could barely taste the matcha and it just tasted like mainly of water with added sugar LOL. LOVE that taiyaki icecream comes with the special two set! They had either vanilla or chocolate to choose from and I got vanilla! The inside of this place is quite small though and that definitely why the line takes so long! I hope they can expand this restaurant here because it's good and popular! I highly recommend trying this place out and getting the special for 2 beef sampler set. After taxes and stuff but before tip it was around 73 for each person which is so good for how much you're getting. I was so extremely full by the end of this but satisfied. read more

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Service was quick and food was so good. We got seated right away and didn't have to wait long. I really like mixing my broth and highly recommend the spicy sukiyaki and spicy chicken. You can also add hot drops/ chili oil to customize your spice level into your broth and your sauces. If you like yuzu like I do then definitely order the yuzunade. We got the set for 2 and it was more than enough meat and food for us because it also came with drinks, grilled garlic shrimp and ice cream! It was really so much food I can't wait to come here again! read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Brisket and pork belly - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Finally tried Mokkoji and it's easily my new favorite hot pot spot! It's located right below the luxury apartments across from Great Mall and parking is pretty ample with a retail parking structure plus additional spots outside. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and I loved the variety of meat cuts and options to choose from. One standout for me was the ghost pepper spicy drops -- such a game changer. You can add them to your broth or sauce depending on how much heat you want and they bring a really nice kick. Each order comes with veggies and you can get unlimited refill on certain veggies (bok choy, kale, and cabbage). A couple of small downsides: I do wish they offered single-eater beef combos so you could try a wider range of beef cuts without committing to full portions. Also, the menu can feel a bit overwhelming on your first visit since there are so many options and it's pretty busy visually. Overall though, definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to! read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Mokkoji is located under an apartment complex, Graham at The Fields. Not sure if they have their own parking area but we just found 2 hour street parking at the Gideon Apartments complex right across the street. We arrived about 10 minutes early before opening on a Friday and there were two groups already waiting. We got seated right away once they opened. I was really surprised at how small the restaurant was.. not many tables since it's a small space. It was clean with high ceilings though. We ordered... FRIED FISH CAKE BALLS $11 -fried fish ball with fish roe. Came with a side mayo-chili powder sauce. Good, nothing too special. I enjoyed how creamy it was. 4/5* FLAT IRON "MOKKOJI CUT" (R10pieces) $28.98 + FIRE CRAB BROTH +$5 -served with set of rice, house-made sauces & veggies. Came with half a raw crab in the broth. Broth was sweeter than expected.. with a hint of seafood. The flat iron was very soft and tender when cooked. 4/5* TORO "FATTY BELLY" (R10pieces) $30.98 + SPICY PORK BROTH +$5 -served with set of rice, house-made sauces & veggies. More of a savory broth. The meat had a good amount of fat to meat ratio. 4/5* ADD ON-GLASS NOODLES $5 -loved how chewy they were after we cooked them! Pricey though since the portion was small. 4.5/5* ADD ON-MEATBALLS (5) $10 -pretty good and fresh. Made in-house so they were super soft. They were on the sweeter side which was kinda odd..and definitely not worth $10. 3/5* Our server was friendly but definitely a newbie. He had to go back to the kitchen to get some answers for our questions. They kept bringing us other peoples orders which I thought was kinda funny...happened about 3 times. We also had to ask for rice but it wasn't ready at the time. The rice was grain rice? It was super mushy the first round, and a bit dryer the second round. Their rice and veggies are unlimited though! You get a side of ponzu and sesame sauce. If you like "spicy," you can ask for their spicy drops which they will squeeze into your sauce. The server said it was ghost pepper. I asked for 5 drops and there definitely was a kick! Overall we would come back if we were craving. Their meats are definitely better than most and their broth tasted unique. Service was friendly with some kinks. I wouldn't wait too long for a table though..would definitely come on a weekday. read more

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The broths and sauces are decent but doesn't stand out to me compared to other good hot pot/shabu shabu places. The gomadare was a little salty and not nutty enough for me. Ponzu was decent, but not zingy enough for me. They give smaller portions of rice and veggies, which I'm fine with, but the rice and certain veggies are refillable. Good tactic for them to reduce waste and be more price efficient. I tried their flat iron, brisket, toro, and New York. Flat iron was the most tender and was my favorite followed by toro. You have a choice of marinated versus non-marinated meats, but toro by default is marinated. I think the marinade is like a garlic oil/paste. The pricing here really bothers me. The price per cut of meat increases for each portion size instead of being a flat price across the board. For example, for their popular flat iron meat, 10 pieces is $28.98, 14 pieces is $33.98, 20 pieces is $43.98, and 32 pieces is $64.98. Each tier increases in price by multiples of 5, but the size doesn't increase proportionally. It's crazy to me that between 10 to 14 pieces, I'm paying $5 more for 4 pieces and between 14 to 20 pieces, I'm paying $10 more for 6 pieces. I think Mokkoji is average shabu shabu, but it is very pricey for what it offers, and I do not think the long waits are worth it (our wait was 1.5 hours on this visit). It feels like they're charging premium prices for a not very premium experience. Comparatively, for around $36-$46, I can get good authentic AYCE shabu shabu at Kiwami for dinner, and it's even cheaper during lunch. Mokkoji's most expensive meat tier is about $115 for 32 pieces, but for around $90-$100 at Mikiya (their top tier), I get AYCE Japanese wagyu. I will not be returning Mokkoji. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

As most places reviews I go a couple times and average out the experiences. Overall had to give it a 4/5 your experience will depend on a bunch of different factors Adding broth flavor is extra but very worth it Spicy Crab (+$5) - 8.75/10 Spicy Pork (+$5) - 8.5/10 Mix Miso/Spicy Pork (+$5) - 9.5/10 The mixed broth of miso and spicy pork was significantly better than just the pure spicy pork in my opinion. Spicy Crab was also very delicious as well but the flavor profile of the mix miso / spicy pork was far superior than the others I've tried Favorite two meats I get max size for shareable are listed below. Important to keep in mind vegetables are unlimited refills but only cabbage, bok choy, and kale. So you don't get the carrot, Mokkoji tofu, Enoki mush, udon , or the lemon. Quality of the vegetables are average, fresh but portion sizing is minimal. The rice is also unlimited too but also average quality Mokkoji Cut - 8/10 Toro Cut - 8.5 / 10 Service was great every time I went, they do a great job as expected since their initial opening it has generating a large amount of traffic, and everytime I have went I have encountered at least two people I know at this location. Estimate wait time always 1 hour minimum if you go after 5pm. There's no parking in the front, your best bet is to park in the Trader Joe's parking lot to the right of Mokkoji This location has 4 tables x 4 stovepots , 2 tables x 2 stove pots, and 2x common tables with 8 stove pots. Total seating amount is 36 individual pots but can accomdate for more if you want to split pot. The staff does a good job about gauging their audience, they cater the music for more family style when families arrive and then if it is more of the younger crowd they play music that generation likes on the Aux When I recently I went they kept having their lights go out due to some electrical issues which is the only thing it lost points for JD Big Back Tip - Get an order of marinade on the side, they use this to top their meat but when you order the large shareable only the top couple pieces get it , so ordering it on the side allows you that flexibility to control how much flavor read more

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The Yelp iPad wasn't working for check in and we were waiting for about 5 minutes without any eye contact from the staff while we were waiting to be seated. A different staff member walked in from the front door to clock in at the computer by the iPad but didn't make eye contact with us either or talk to us that someone will be with us shortly, so that was a bit distasteful to have not been acknowledged or greeted. It almost made us leave without dining but someone eventually came out afterwards. This was particularly disappointing due to the reviews of friendly staff so we thought during an hour before dinner rush at 6 would be ideal but I guess not? Once we were seated, we were assisted fairly quickly so I don't know what had happened. Everything was fine after that. We ordered the shishitto peppers as an appetizer and waited until the middle of our meal for it to come out. Thinking it was forgotten and we were prepared to cancel, we had flagged down a server to ask about it and we were told there weren't anymore and it'll be removed from our order. About 10 minutes after that, the server that took our order said there was no more and it'll be removed from our tab. While the reassurance was nice, I think there could have been better communication among staff. Food wise, the meat was wonderful. We got it marinated and everything was so tender and the presentation was great. The portion was small (for the udon and veggies), although the veggies has unlimited refill. The portion of the 2nd one is not as big as the first, but still enough for you. The broth options were wonderful! I actually enjoyed the original broth a lot :) it was flavorful and light! I'd like to be back but hoping that service would be more consistent next time. read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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One of the best shabu shabu hot pot places I've had in the bay area. Came in for their lunch special, which was a regular size of the flat iron mokkoji cut (5/5, delicious and amazing) and unlimited grean or black tea ($25), which came with rice, udon, and veggies. A good deal! I got the marinated meat on my friend's recommendation, and it was truly so delicious. It's marinated with some sesame oil, sesame seeds, green onions, and it really made the meat taste so delicious. In terms of quality, the meat was so soft and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.  I got the miso broth, which tasted yummy but more on the plain side. My friend's spicy pork broth was delicious, not too spicy for those like me who are sensitive to spice. I'll probably be getting this one next time.  This place is definitely more on the pricey side, since it is not AYCE but you can really taste the quality of meat. I loved dipping my meat in the ponzu sauce, and my veggies in the sesame. Service was also excellent. I accidently made my broth too spicy by adding spice drops (VERY spicy, do not try unless you are serious about spice!!!), and I asked for more broth to dilute it. Our server just offered to remake the broth, and I was able to enjoy my food a lot more. Super considerate! Waitlist is through an ipad yelp, but they were not busy during a weekday lunch. Parking is around the new apartment complexes, street parking, and great mall right across the street. I'll definitely be back, some time in the near future :) read more

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First Mokkoji to open up in NorCal and it definitely did not disappoint! Came during lunch and there was no wait at all, which was a huge plus. The lunch special is such a great deal for the quality and portion you get. I went with the spicy miso broth and it was so good--rich, flavorful, and super satisfying. Pro tip: if you like it extra spicy, make sure to ask for their special drop to kick it up a notch! Everything tasted super fresh, from the meats to the veggies, and overall the quality really stood out. Had a great experience and will definitely be coming back! The staff is super attentive, quick and nice! read more

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Mokkoji was my go to in Irvine so I'm so happy the finally decided to bring it to NorCal! I love how there is a parking structure conveniently next door. It is shared with Trader Joe's but there are plenty of spots with the shared first floor and the floor above for retail parking. With the opening being so highly anticipated, we decided to visit a few weeks after, in hopes the wait wouldn't be too bad. As a group of 3, we were seated within 30 mins on a Saturday at noon. Thought that was pretty good considering it was the weekend. I'm not sure if there was Yelp waitlist at the time we visited but with being such a popular spot, it's great that Mokkoji decided to implement the online waitlist. The restaurant itself is very clean and spacious with plenty of seating. There is a small bar area as well with additional seating. Our go to broth is always the spicy pork broth with the marinated toro belly. We wanted to try something different so we also ordered the zabuton wagyu to share. The quality of the meat is melt in your mouth good! I also appreciate how generous they are with hot drops for the sauces and the broth because I love my food spicy. Besides the top tier hot pot, you have to try the fried fish balls. They are so good! I could eat the whole plate by myself. The garlic shrimp is also really tasty. There aren't many shabu places that have good hot pot AND apps too. Throughout our entire meal, we were very well catered to. Joanna, Jenny, and Dylan always came by to check up on us and made sure we had everything we needed. All I can say is I'm excited for my next meal at Mokkoji!! read more

Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - toro x spicy pork - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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