Very good food and excellent service. I really liked the chef's menu -- every dish was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. The flavors were well balanced, and the quality of the ingredients really stood out. I especially recommend the poke salad; it was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and a perfect start to the meal. read more

Wagyu Master - Japanese Near Me - San Jose, California

The food was great and service was excellent, highly recommend. Appreciated our server Weston! read more

Wagyu Master - Shabu shabu - Japanese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Great food and the server, Sean did a great job taking care of us. I recommend the lobster roll. read more

Wowow Chubby group never fails to impress! I honestly liked this place better than mikiya since the excellent meat quality remained the same but the broths and sauces had much better flavor. They also now offer AYCE shabu that also comes with AYCE hand rolls. We got the signature tier which was $88 per person. Genuinely not a single bad dish, from starters, sides, meats, broths, etc. Yes it is expensive but worthy of a very occasional splurge! Minh & Sean were our servers and they were super attentive, informative, and friendly. Very welcoming as well. They made our experience even better. read more

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Went here for the first time. Checked in with the host and we werw told about 25-30 minutes but we were actually seated in about 20 minutes. The restaurant has bar seating where the staff is making the hand rolls in front of you. It took a few minutes after being seated before we were helped to order. We were told to scan the QR code to look at drink options but there weren't any drink options on the menu or QR code. The staff member then took our order. The hand rolls didnt take too long to start coming out at first. The shabu shabu took longer to get started however, as the place got busier, we waited even longer for the hand rolls to be made (our dessert at the end of our meal was brought out before some of the food items that were ordered earlier). This restaurant is part of the chubby cattle group so prices vary depending if you have a membership or not. I would say without the membership the prices are reasonable unless you get the seasonal options, then it can get pretty pricey, upwards of over $100/ person. Overall i would come back. Nice staff. Nice environment. Food tastes good. read more

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We had an amazing dining experience! Anson and Andrew provided outstanding customer service, and most importantly, the quality of the meat was exceptional. Every staff member was attentive, friendly, and helpful. The wait time was about 30 minutes, which wasn't bad at all. We opted for the Signature A5 Wagyu AYCE, and every bite was worth it. From the perfectly marbled A5 Wagyu to the flavorful Spicy Miso Tonkotsu broth and the delicious hand rolls, everything was absolutely perfect. Bon appétit! read more

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Pro tip: Save room for the egg tarts! We came to Wagyu Master for my husband's birthday and decided to splurge on the AYCE hand rolls with the Premium A5 Wagyu add on option. Honestly, we probably would have been just as happy with the Signature Wagyu add-on since the meats were very similar, and we could've saved about $40 per person. No regrets though since we came for a special occasion! The service was excellent. Bhone was attentive, checked on us often, and kept the meat coming the entire meal. If I could change one thing, it would be the amount of rice in the hand rolls. There was a little too much, which threw off the meat-to-rice ratio. We asked if they could make them with light rice, but unfortunately that wasn't an option. And whatever you do, save room for dessert. The egg tarts were easily some of the best I've had in a long time. Overall, this was another awesome meal from the Chubby Group. They continue to impress, and we can't wait to check out more of their restaurants! read more

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Got Wagyu AYCE and it turned out to be such an immersive and premium Japanese tasting menu! I tried the Signature Sukiyaki Tasting Menu ($98/person), which includes multiple courses from appetizers and specialty dishes to dessert. One of the standout moments was watching the beautifully marbled A5 Wagyu Ribeye and Striploin prepared table-side, 10/10 vibes. Rich, buttery and incredibly tender, literally melts! Some of my favorite bites were: Wagyu uni handroll A5 Wagyu Nigiri A5 Wagyu Ribeye and Striploin If sukiyaki isn't your style, they also offer shabu shabu and all-you-can-eat options, so there's something for every kind of wagyu lover. If you're still craving more, you can even request for unlimited slices of Wagyu meats or upgrade your meal with quality add-ons. Thank you to the staff- Ted, Shawn, Josh, Andrew for the best service at Wagyu Master, we had such a great time. read more

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Wagyu Master is located in the Paseo de Saratoga shopping center in San Jose. Part of the Chubby Group. No reservations but can join the waitlist on Yelp or upon arrival. We went on a Friday evening around 5ish and no wait. They have a 35 person seating capacity, dine-in only. As of June 27, they still don't have their liquor license. We were encouraged to download the "Chubby Club" which has member tiers. The standard membership is free and you can have 1 complimentary drink. They also have membership for a fee as follows: Chubby Club Plus for $88/year (now $58) and Chubby Club One for $28/year. On to their menu: They have 2 types of Tasting Menu 1. Sukiyaki Tasting Menu - $98 for non members and $85 for members. If you go for AYCE - + $20 for non members and $14 for members - this type of menu is more of the grilling side 2. Shabu Shabu tasting Menu - $88 for non members and $75 for members. If you go AYCE - +$25 for non members and $20 for members - this type is more of the soup base. They also have the Lunch tasting Menu and Sukiyaki Lite Menu from Monday - Thursday for much cheaper pricing. Complimentary drinks are Pepsi, Starry, Dr. Pepper and Hot green tea. We opted for the Sukiyaki Tasting menu, skipped the AYCE because the regular menu was too much for us. For our food: Chef's Daily Special * Assorted Japanese Pickles Zensai (choose 1) * Tempura Fried Assortment - good (2 servings of this * Poke Salad - husband loved it, never got the chance to try it though (they served 2, possibly by mistake but hey, I'm no complaining just confused) - son wanted the Chicken Karaage or A5 Wagyu Musubi but they were out of it Specialty Dish (choose 1) * A5 Wagyu Handroll w/ Foie Grass * Lobster Roll w/ Uni & Caviar - people were raving about it, that it's a must order but I was not a fan, it was too basic, didn't even finish mine. * A5 Teppanyaki Wagyu Steak - it was too hard Main Course: * A5 Wagyu Striploin w/ Snow Peas and Leeks * A5 Wagyu Ribeye w/ Shitake Mushrooms & Yaki Tofu *A5 Wagyu Ribeye w/ Snow Peas & Konjac Noodles Additional Selections: unlimited by request so we had 1 order each of the A5 wagyu Top Round, A5 Wagyu Shoulder, A4 Wagyu Brisket (we ordered 2 for this) & Vegetable Platter Dessert: * Matcha Mochi * Vanilla Ice Cream *Matcha Mille Crepe Overall, the meal was decent and pricey. There's no denying that service was great. Kudos to Shawn. Will I be back - NO. June 2026 read more

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My second time dining at Wagyu Master, and it's long overdue for me to leave a review. I celebrated my friend's birthday here with a group of 8, and the staff did an amazing job accommodating our party. From seating arrangements to service throughout the meal, everyone was attentive, friendly, and made the celebration feel special. Of course, the star of the show was the wagyu. It is prepared sukiyaki and hot pot style. The quality and flavor were exceptional, and every course felt thoughtfully prepared. It's the kind of meal that makes you slow down and savor each bite. Each guest receives a personal chef that prepares each course right in front of you, which makes the experience exceptional. Thank you Chef Scarlet for your amazing service. While our large group had a fantastic time, I think Wagyu Master truly shines with smaller parties. The setting and dining experience feel more personal and intimate, allowing you to fully appreciate the food and hospitality. Thank you to the team for helping make this experience memorable. I'll definitely be back again! read more

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Tried this new sukiyaki and shabu-shabu hot pot spot on a Friday around 1 PM and joined the Yelp waitlist. It was busy with about a one-hour wait, but it was totally worth it! The ambiance was modern, neat, and clean, with high countertop seating that gave it a stylish bar-like feel. The service was excellent--shoutout to our server, Michael, who was attentive and gave great recommendations. I had the Shabu Shabu tasting, while my husband ordered the Sukiyaki tasting. The A5 Seared wagyu nigiri literally melted in my mouth, and the Otoro uni caviar hand roll was amazing. All of the A5 wagyu was top quality, and we loved that they cooked the meat for us with the sukiyaki course. Highly recommend this place, and we'll definitely be back! read more

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The food here is really good, my boyfriend and I came in before the grand opening and right after their grand opening. I have the General Manager cook my food, as he was showing the new chefs on how to cook. I enjoy almost every chubby group food (the reason I said almost is because I haven't tried everything yet.) The wagyu was amazing and the sauce (sukiyaki was very good. Every guest would come and sit like you were sitting a bar, There is also outdoor sitting as well. and you can choose shabu style or yakitori like style. read more

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The services here were awesome. It feels like they are a well organize team and everyone helps everyone. We got the ayce rolls and Shabu combo and it was plenty of food. I was full by my time limit. My only con is that they didn't give us a "last call" 10 mins before our time ended. Also the Shabu was so shallow that it overheated and got salty fast. Other than that the meat, broth, and desserts were all amazing. I also like how it didn't smell or feel like a meat sauna there. The restaurant was well vented. read more

Wagyu Master - Inside - Japanese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Meat quality was good, but the service and the system were terrible. Our original server left and did not introduce us to the new server, so we sat there waiting. They also missed several of our orders, we were stuck on the cooldown on the system that even the servers had to override, and then we were rushed on our last call after only three orders because of the cooldowns. We paid $300 for a more intimate service but were less attended to than competitors like Mikiya that has many more tables. p.s. the music choice did not reflect the establishment's expected atmosphere read more

SATIATED! 4.5 This was our first visit to Wagyu Master though we're already familiar with the Chubby Group through multiple visits to our local Mikiya Wagyu House and Niku X in Los Angeles. While all three concepts specialize in premium A5 Wagyu, each delivers a distinctly different dining experience. We arrived right at opening and there were a few seats already taken at the long, U-shaped bar. This restaurant offers only bar seating and has capacity for 30 guests at a time. There are purse hooks tucked beneath the counter, though a few more would definitely be appreciated. At first glance, the double-sided menu may feel a little overwhelming, but our server did a great job of simplifying everything. The primary experience really comes down to two key decisions: 1. Sukiyaki or Hot Pot, and 2 . Whether or not to add the AYCE (all you can eat) option. Along the way, there are a couple "choose one" selections and toward the end of the meal you're offered unlimited servings from three different Wagyu options, one A5 and two A4 meats. Our server cooked our meats in the style of "shabu shabu" where he gently swished the meat back and forth through the sauce. The Sukiyaki sauce is very rich and flavorful and can get a little salty if left in the pan for too long. Toward the end, we got the opportunity to shabu shabu our own meats. Initially, the pace was quite quick as we were enjoying our first selection, then the second dish was placed atop the cooking area in front of us. I'm used to a slower pace; however, I understand the nature of AYCE establishments. Once we were able to cook our own meats, we were able to slow the pace a bit. One especially helpful tip from our server was to wait until later in the meal before deciding on the AYCE upgrade, since it also unlocks additional sushi options. By the end of dinner, we were completely full and decided not to add it. For dessert, we chose the matcha ice cream and the matcha mochi. The mochi's texture was much softer and less chewy than the traditional style I'm accustomed to, so I swapped it out for the Matcha Mille Crepe cake in its place. We have the Chubby Club Plus membership and will definitely return to try the Hot Pot menu next time! read more

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We visited on a weekday and opted for the sukiyaki tasting menu. The Highlights: The appetizer course was excellent, especially the uni and ikura chawanmushi and the otoro, uni, and caviar handroll. The A5 teppanyaki steak was also a standout. I would skip the poke salad, however. The Sukiyaki Experience: The main event was a letdown. While the A5 wagyu was high quality, the preparation did not reflect the promised Kansai-style experience. The meat was drenched in an overly salty, concentrated broth right from the start, more akin to a standard Kanto style. True Kansai-style requires precise grilling, caramelization, and a light drizzle of sauce, all of which were missing. Additional notes: AYCE portion: The AYCE meat was a significant drop in quality compared to the initial cuts. Dessert: Both the matcha mille crepe and matcha mochi were underwhelming. Drinks: Unlimited drinks via Chubby Club membership are a plus (excluding the ume soda that limits one per person). Final Thoughts: The meal started strong but faltered on the main course due to a lack of technical execution. I hope to see better staff training to ensure a more authentic experience in the future. read more

Wagyu Master - A5 wagyu ribeye - Japanese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Let's start with the good - the meat is great! The servers are all kind and nice. Plenty of parking. There were open seats at 8pm on a wednesday. Then let's get into expectation setting: I think it's important to go into this understanding what you want. Do you want this to mostly be just a one time experience to try new fancy dishes? or are you trying to optimize AYCE? If you want to go for the experience, then you'll have a great time, and should be closer to a 4-5 star experience. If you're part of the chubby club and trying to see if Wagyu Master can replace Mikiya, or you're trying to optimize AYCE, then you reallllly have to make an effort to optimize your time here. First, they have 2 options, a Sukiyaki tasting menu, and a Shabu Shabu tasting menu. Both some with starters, which somewhat slows your meal down. The appetizers are fancy, but I would say, skip the king crab legs. They came out a bit tough and rubbery. The sashimi was good, and the tartare was also tasty, but these fill you up. The sukiyaki is Kansai style (Osaka), in which the first portion of your meal is dry-cooked (by the employees) to render the fat from the meat into the pot before adding broth (much later). They do a good job with this, but the pacing is slow though. Sukiyaki broth is also sweet. I was told that choosing this experience you could not switch out the broth, but the 4 other people in my party did this experience and all picked various broths from the Shabu side. I opted to to the shabu shabu experience since I didn't want a sweet base, also I wanted to optimize AYCE. However, once the rest of my party started on their experience, I was kind of forgotten about until I asked when I would be selecting a soup base (there are 4 to choose from including tomato, sukiyaki, miso tonkatsu, and bonito dashi). I selected the miso, but would try the dashi next time. Also, because the employee was busy with cooking meats for my friends, I would often have to wait to ask for additional meat or other things like water. There are 3 dipping sauces, the seafood spicy, a sweet soy, and sesame. I stuck with the seafood spicy because they have thai chilis cut up into it, but towards the end of the course, I avoided the sauce because the sweetness was becoming prominent. Other than veggies, which they bring a plate of, for the other items, you will have to ask for, which you also may have to flag someone down to assist. I got the A5 gyudon which was tasty but much too big of a bowl for 1 person. Overall the meats are good, the veggie selection is kept simple. If you're trying to optimize AYCE, stick with the Shabu Shabu and be proactive on asking for things. The cons are really just all the waiting which fills you up significantly faster, no alcohol selection, and a lot of things being a bit on the sweet side. I think the first time is a learning curve for me. I think my experience will get better in time, and perhaps next time, I'll ask to skip all the appetizers and go straight to hot pot and meat. read more

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We decided to check out Wagyu Master because it was part of the Chubby Cattle chain. We made reservations for Saturday night at 7pm and surprisingly when we got there there was no wait. I couldn't decide between the menu options so we went with the sukiyaki tasting since that was the more popular one. The experience comes with some appetizers to pick from (ex: the lobster roll and poke salad), chef's choice for sashimi, the tasting, udon/rice with eggs, ayce for the meat, and dessert. The experience was fun, but the sukiyaki was too sweet. Overall, I think this place was over priced for what it is especially if you aren't a member and have any discounts. read more

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We came as a group of 6 and since they don't take reservations, we showed up 10 minutes before opening to find a line already forming. Once they opened the doors though we were seated immediately, so the wait was short. One thing worth knowing before you go is the seating setup. It's all bar style with the staff working in the middle, which means if you come with a big group you'll likely be spread out and only able to talk to whoever is right next to you. For that reason I'd say this spot is better suited for groups of 2 or 3 max. I was at the end of the bar and barely got to talk to half the people I came with, which was a little unfortunate. Now the food. Really good. You get to choose between the sukiyaki route or the hotpot route, and here's a tip I wish someone had told me beforehand. If you go the sukiyaki route, you get way more dishes AND you can still do hotpot at the end. I went hotpot only and had a great time, but knowing I could have had both would have changed my order instantly. The one thing I'd skip is the lobster roll with uni and caviar. It sounds impressive but the roll is tiny, the inside is lobster paste rather than actual chunks of lobster, and the flavor was just okay for the price. Everything else was solid and the service was great. Would definitely come back, ideally with just one other person so I can actually have a conversation the whole time! read more

Wagyu Master - Japanese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Overall, we did enjoy our sukiyaki experience at Wagyu master given that the restaurant was only half empty on a Wednesday night. The staff were very friendly. My favorite part of the meal was the beginning. Chubby plus members get free drinks so that was a nice perk. I liked the Ume soda. The pastel de nata was not bad, but it definitely helped fill me up. I should've saved it for after the meal. The chef special was pretty good as well. I got the hand roll w/ foie gras in there - I enjoyed it. I love chawanmushi so I'm already biased there. What I didn't love was the seasoning for the sukiyaki. It was too salty for my preference. The meat was still good quality though. The donburi was pretty good, but again, too salty because they use the sukiyaki sauce. I do very appreciate the chef checking about rice portion size before giving it to us. As for the desserts - I agree with other reviews. It was a bit disappointing. The Mille cake was not fully defrosted and the mochi has a weird consistency that is not mochi-like at all. For the price, I do expect everything to be good quality, hence why I dropped it to 3 stars. (Side note: I really don't know how I got so bloated even though I don't think I ate as much as I would at an ayce???? We didn't even order extra rounds of meat because we were so full.) read more

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Another Chubby restaurant opened, so I knew I had to try it. There's not a lot of places in the country that specializes in sukiyaki, so I definitely had to try this place. I got the tasting menu and I did not know it turns to an ayce after the tasting is set. Poke Salad (5/5): Got this for the appetizer and it was amazing. Super fresh and flavorful. Chef appetizer (5/5); This was an absolute treat. It comes with slices of sashimi, Wagyu tartare, and chawamushi with ikiura. It tasted very luxurious and even though this place does specialize in sushi, it was amazing. Otoro handroll (5/5); comes with Uni and shiso leaf. Another luxurious dish to eat! A5 meats (5/5): Super fatty and sweet with sukiyaki. Runny egg don (5/5): I loved how runny it was and comforting with the rice In order to make my moneys worth I had to get full with ayce. I really enjoyed my experience here and I want to give a shout-out to my server Michael! He did a great job at explaining and cooking the dishes. I also loved his recommendations read more

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"Had a fantastic meal at Wagyu Master! The selection of cuts was impressive, and the quality of the wagyu really came through -- everything was cooked and presented beautifully. Our server Wesley made the whole experience even better. He clearly knew the menu inside and out and steered us toward all the top hits and standout plates, which made it easy to try a great variety without any guesswork. His recommendations were spot on. read more

What an experience! Such good quality meats and dishes. The cuts were super marbled and the hand rolls tasted amazing. Definitely recommend the sukiyaki soup as they help cook the first round of A5 Wagyu Ribeye! The servers Sean and Minh were super nice and made sure we were good the entire meal. Must try 10/10! read more

Wagyu Master - Wagyu - Japanese Near Me - San Jose, California

The Bay Area finally gets its own Wagyu Monster, and judging by the reservation book, people have been waiting for it. Tables are tough to score, and because the San Jose location is smaller than Pasadena, expect a queue even with a reservation. Fortunately, the space is beautifully designed--modern, polished, and a noticeable step up aesthetically. The concept remains the same: an AYCE menu that leans into abundance rather than restraint. The Diamond tier gives you access to an impressive range of wagyu cuts, seafood, sushi, hot pot, and enough side dishes to derail even the most disciplined ordering strategy. The wagyu nigiri is still one of the more unique offerings. Instead of the typical thin slice, they drape an entire shabu-cut sheet of beef over the rice and finish it with a tableside torch. It's undeniably theatrical. Personally, I still prefer a thinner slice with a higher rice-to-beef ratio, but others at our table loved the richer bite and interactive presentation. The wagyu itself was a pleasant surprise. Despite the beautifully marbled ribeye, I found myself preferring one of the leaner cuts, which delivered a cleaner texture and more pronounced beef flavor. One notable upgrade over Pasadena is the king crab, which immediately became one of my favorite items. It was excellent in the Hunan broth. The caviar lobster rolls were another repeat order--rich without feeling excessive--and the egg tarts remain one of the best desserts on the menu. The biggest differentiator, though, is the sukiyaki experience, which isn't available at the Pasadena location. Having premium wagyu simmered tableside in the sweet-savory broth made the meal feel less like an AYCE marathon and more like a proper Japanese hot pot course. I'd come back for that alone. This still isn't where I'd send someone seeking the Bay Area's best sushi or highest-grade wagyu. It's where I'd send friends who enjoy exploring a huge menu, comparing cuts side by side, and leaving with a list of favorites for next time. In that category, Wagyu Monster is a lot of fun--and San Jose may be the stronger of the two locations. read more

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Decided to stop by today. Definitely did not disappoint. We tried the Wagyu bone broth and Sukiyaki, a bit of salty and sweet. In the end, we preferred the Wagyu bone broth for the meat over the sukiyaki. Both were still delicious. Super approve of the egg tarts. Had an amazing server, Scarlett (with 2 Ts). Very nice, professional and funny. Majority of the staff seemed attentive to clear out dishes asap, which is always a plus. Music playing is not overwhelming, can still have a conversation without talking loud and servers can hear you order. Will definitely return. read more

What an experience! From the second we walked in to the second we walked out, the WM team was on top of their game. The space is on the smaller side with dark walls, accented lights, bar style seating and a window display of raw meat cuts. All of this combined gives you an intimate dining experience. While we were waiting for our table, Ted took the initiative to breakdown the menu for us and how to order. We recommend going with the Sukiyaki tasting menu. Everything we ate was delicious, but the star of our night was the ribeye. It was perfect in every way and we savored every bite! Having a personal chef to cook for you was nice. During the first course, I had a medical emergency if you will that required me to step outside for a good amount of time. I was worried that my boyfriend and I wouldn't be be able to finish our dinner within the 90 minute time frame, but because it was a slower night, the staff was so kind and gracious to let us have the full experience. Once I was good to go, we were locked in and enjoyed every bite. A huge thank you to Josh, Logan, and Kyle for their superb service, thoughtfulness and compassion. They occasionally checked in with us to make sure I was ok and that our experience was going well. We highly recommend Wagyu Master! read more

Scarlett is awesome! Attentive, very knowledgeable, and funny. We were so full that we almost decided to skip the dessert, but she convinced us to give it a try, and the egg tart is so crispy and delicious! I am so glad she convinced us. The menu is different from the last time we were here. Essentially simpler with just three tiers of shabu shabu with hand rolls. I liked the grilled version from before so I ordered the sukiyaki soup based to still have a little grilled portion. read more

Had a great experience at Wagyu Master in Saratoga. The quality of the food was excellent, with fresh ingredients and well-prepared cuts that made the meal worth the visit. What really stood out, though, was the service. Our servers, Phone and Wesley, were both outstanding throughout the entire meal. They were attentive without being intrusive, checked in on us regularly, made sure our table always had what we needed, and were happy to answer questions and offer recommendations. Their professionalism and friendly attitude made the dining experience feel welcoming from start to finish. Great food is important, but exceptional service is what keeps people coming back. Huge thanks to Phone and Wesley for making our dinner such an enjoyable one. We'll definitely be back! read more

Wagyu Master - Japanese Near Me - San Jose, California

We were so excited to try them out when they first opened. Service was great, though sometimes it's the food that becomes the let down. The appetizers and the first course that comes with the setup was DELICIOUS.. you an see our expectations were set HIGH after this. When the main course came.. we were let down. Dessert was also terrible, we had the crepe cake that was half frozen, ended up going to Lady M to end our meal. My friends came on a different day and THEY were disappointed as well. I suggest to proceed at risk, maybe they have improved? read more

Shabu is my absolute favorite food and my friend and I frequent Mikiya ever since it opened. Wanted to love Wagyu Master, but the lack of service made us realize we would not come back. Before 6 PM on a Thursday, it was already pretty full but there were still plenty of seats available for those that were waiting inside. After waiting 15-20 minutes, we were first taken to the handicap table which we wouldn't have minded, but it was next to all the dirty rags and that's all you could smell so we asked to move. They don't provide you with the general AYCE menu and seem to push the tasting menu, but we knew we wanted to do AYCE shabu and eat at our heart's content. We placed the order of appetizers, meats, and rice. We wanted to order some soda, but there's no way to order off the tablet. I ordered through a server, but after 10 minutes and him just standing around, I ordered through someone else. The nigiri, rolls, and handroll were very top notch! This was definitely a nice to have. However we came to eat meat and not just sushi. The lobster roll wasn't very good and the bread was overly toasted. The crab croquette was just a creamy mess inside and didn't like it. My friend and I both got the miso tonkotsu broth, but it was so salty! We had to keep asking for water to be poured into our broth. The veggie plate has good veggies, but quite small in portion but you can order more if you want. We ordered the ribeye and shoulder. Both were very good, the shoulder was surprisingly better, nice marbling. The ribeye was a bit too fatty for our taste. After our first round of meats...we waited at least 15 minutes for our next round. We finally asked one of the servers and another 5 minutes, half of our meat order came out. The second half never arrived, nor did our bowls of rice. Everyone was catering just to the tasting menu diners. Everything was taking so long and we couldn't enjoy as much meat as we'd like, especially as they gave us the 90 minute time limit. I thought that was unacceptable given we were just sitting with no food coming out. The matcha mille cake was icy and gross. For $108 the meal didn't fit our standards as we didn't get to eat as much meat as we'd like. Will be sticking to Mikiya for AYCE shabu going forward. read more

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Mikiya who? After they left the Chubby Group I've been hoping that WM would replace that space and for a while I was kind of disappointed with what WM was and how expensive the menu was for the lackluster experience that you get but now its different. They've revamped their whole menu to no longer be constrained by a limited menu and instead of trying to focus too much on presentation the new menu actually focuses more on quality while being affordable. The most basic price point is practically equivalent to Mikiya while getting better quality meats as well as the AYCE hand rolls, appetizers, and even the desert. Not in the mood for too much shabu? Go splurge on the handrolls! Don't want that? Get some of the new tallow fried chicken wings! Just want some dessert? You better make sure to leave some room for the egg tarts, probably the most unexpected item in the menu with how hot as they serve it to you. The new experience also now presents you with a tablet to order from which is allocated per 2 people. Service quality may vary depending how busy the place is so I would suggest ordering a new batch of meat as soon as you get them. read more

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YOU GUYS!!! You really should starve yourself all day before coming here. The appetizers that come with the meal is already plentiful but then there's the meal itself plus theres an AYCE option. At first glance the menu is overwhelming. A server came and explained it to my party. I went with the BBQ and my friend went with the hot pot. The BBQ option is considered the show because they prepare all the meats and then serve it up. You really just sit back and enjoy. The hot pot is self serve so feels a little more relaxing. The slower pace would have been nice considering tons of appetizers came out in quick succession. Lots of seafood appetizers like tempura (the lobster tempura had a very wet and soft consistency), sashimi, egg tart thing with caviar I think. Then there is a waygu hand roll. These were my picks. There was also poke salad or lobster roll to choose from. The Waygu were pretty large pieces. Cooked down was still a few bites. The striploin was just okay. Ribeye was way better. Much more tender and flavorful. For the final dish I picked the Udon. It was cooked in all that Waygu juice left behind. So good! The dessert option was matcha mochi or matcha crepe cake. The cake was bitter. The server mentioned many people complained about the cake. I'm glad I was too full to try more than a bite. Highly ùnrecommended. My next visit I would go with the hotpot with ribeye. That just seemed to be the hit. It's pricey but worth it if you're into all the seafood. read more

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Really surprised by the highly rated reviews here. My experience was pretty mediocre. We were first in line and got seated immediately when they opened. The waiters were very helpful in getting us situated and explaining the menu. However, we did have to ask for the Sukiyaki Lite menu (only available Monday - Thursday). Everything on that menu is the same except the meat is A4 instead of A5. After we placed our order, the appetizers come out pretty fast. The sashimi was fresh, but the king Alaskan crab was dry. Then it felt like we waited 30 mins for the meat to come out. For sukiyaki, the waiters cook the first round for you. For shabu, you just cook it yourself. I didn't think either the A4 or A5 was that delicious. For the price point, I feel like I should have had my socks knocked off. Overall a solid amount of food but Mikiya is way better, quality and quantity wise. I probably will not be back. read more

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The Chubby Group keeps you in shape...ROUND but still a shape nonetheless. In this economy, AYCE just makes sense and Chubby Group is giving what the people want with their AYCE BBQ and Shabu restos. They've been rapidly expanding with over 25+ concepts (i.e. The X Pot, Niku X, Chubby Cattle, Mikiya, etc.) and aim to have over 1000 locations in the United States in the next 5 years. Waygu Master is their newest, upscale concept offering A5 Wagyu Sukiyaki and/or Shabu. A5 is Toriyama Umami Wagyu from Gunma Prefecture, Japan. M E N U For a first timer, the menu is confusing AF. It would benefit from either being simplified or more clearly explained. There's two tasting menus: (1) Sukiyaki, chef cooks for you ($98 pp/$85 pp member) (2) Shabu, DIY ($88 pp/$75 pp member) For a surcharge, you can get AYCE A5, sushi, and everything listed in the menu. NOTE: A4 WAGYU IS AYCE WITH NOOOO SURCHARGE. No alkie. No kid's discounted pricing. M E M B E R S H I P Chubby PLUS Membership is currently $58 for one year and works for ALL Chubby Cattle concepts: - Up to $26 off your first meal, and subsequent meals - Free tea every month - Earn points for special dishes - $55 off your birthday meal Existing local members, can upgrade for $28.88. For NFT lifetime membership, you receive 30% off every meal for all concepts, free food/drinks, access to rezzies + exclusive soft openings, and more. Price depends on crypto market. On the Saturday night we visited, I called ahead and was told no wait for their patio. Arrived in 15 minutes. However, after checking in, they decided to not open up the patio so we were seated inside. Weekend waits can be 2+ hours; we got lucky and waited 20-25 minutes. S H A B U T A S T I N G ($75 PP MEMBER) COURSE#1: TEMPURA - Shrimp, Snow Crab Croquette, and Sweet Potato Freshly fried, the shrimp tempura was hot and crunchy. The crab croquette was disappointing, more like runny mashed potatoes with no real crab flavor or noticeable pieces of crab. COURSE #2: ZENSAI - Chef's Daily Special * Sashimi - Hamachi, sake, and chutoro Fresh, smooth, and buttery! * A5 Wagyu Tartare BYO handroll, the crispy nori was a nice contrast to soft, richly marbled A5. A raw quail egg would have elevated it. * Chawanmushi w/ uni + ikura Surprisingly solid - the savory custard was silky smooth and jiggly with a savory sweet umami. COURSE #3: CHOICE OF APP - A5 Handrolls w/ luxe additions, O-toro Nigiri, Lobster Roll, King Crab Legs, A5 Teppanyaki, and more * A5 Wagyu Handroll w/ uni Rich, slightly smoky flavor of the torched A5 was delicious with the sweet briny uni. * A5 Wagyu Nigiri w/ foie gras Meltingly soft and buttery with a deep umami. I wanted more! COURSE #4: SHABU * Broths (individual pots): - Miso Tonkotsu: Too salty. - Sukiyaki: Fav of the two, imparting a savory sweetness but also too salty. Broths are not on par with Mikiya. Next time, I would get the sukiyaki and request to dilute it with dashi/hot water. * Meats - A5 Chuck Roll, Brisket, Shoulder Maybe we hit them on a good night - I found the A5 quality at Wagyu Master superior to Mikiya. The cuts were fresh, richly marbled, and not as thin (didn't tear easily). - A4: Three different cuts of Australian Wagyu Light marbling, quite lean but still tender. We were dying after one plate of the A4 so the AYCE A5 would be overkill. * Veggie Platter: Maitake mushrooms, carrots, corn, tofu, napa cabbage, and bean thread (?) noodles. Fresh, no complaints. * Dipping sauces: HK-style Seafood (XO vibes), Ponzu, and House Sesame All three were hella salty. Instead, I asked for a raw egg for dipping. Disappointing that the raw egg dip was diluted with water. * Carbs: Wagyu Curry Rice, A5 Gyudon, White Rice, and/or Udon N/A- Skipped. COURSE #5: DESSERT- Choice of Matcha Mochi or Matcha Mille Crêpe Cake (they need a non-matcha option) We shared a Matcha Mille Crêpe Cake - strong matcha flavor, slightly bitter and grassy. Felt like an afterthought tho so don't expect Lady M or Antoine Pâtisserie quality. S E R V I C E The host and our server, Kevin was awesome, friendly, and accommodating but spread too thin. Food came out quickly which I appreciated. A M B I A N C E Trendy club vibes with counter seating for about 30 people inside and about 5-6 four-tops tables in the shaded patio. Since you're facing the center with staff rushing around, inside felt chaotic. My biggest pet peeves: 1) When you're dropping $100 pp for a "high-end experience", rezzies should be available. 2) Since opening in late February 2026, I've been calling periodically to inquire when the patio will open. Each attempt required 8-10+ back-to-back calls like a stage 10 clinger...just to reach a human. Overall, we really enjoyed the shabu tasting menu - the quality felt a step above Mikaya and well worth the $75 pp (pre-tip). That said, insufficient staffing, indoor dining set-up, and the lack of rezzies took away from the experience. read more

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Sunday lunch review. 1st timer rookie. I had no idea how it worked. I just wanted to eat and ayce. The whole thing is pretty confusing. The food is delicious but the ordering and being able to try different cuts of meat is complicated. My orders were served to my friends and they had no intention to replace it. Seemed very under staffed. None of us had no idea what is going on. $160 a person for AYCE? We had no idea if we even got AYCE like service. Would not go back but it was a delicious experience. read more

Wagyu Master - The first servings.... - Japanese Near Me - San Jose, California

Wow wow wow! We brought a big party here for lunch and we all had an amazing experience as most of us were 1st timer here. I had sukiyaki (best show ever!) and my partner had shabu so we get to try best of both worlds. High quality amazing A5 wagyu meat and unlimited A4 wagyu meat. The servers are all great chefs cooking the meat in front of you and help guide us through such a great culinary journey. We will definitely be back here again. read more

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Denny was great! Came here with a long time friend to try the place out and was not disappointed. One of the better quality Wagyu I've had in the Bay Area, and the uniqueness of a 3-course sukiyaki meal during soft opening was well worth it. They have AYCE upgrade to the menu and let you choose to have more or less carbs, so you don't waste your own money thinking you can eat a lot from the beginning. Just the regular meal was plenty for us! Appetizers were amazing, and their specialty dishes like the Wagyu steak or Hand roll with Foie Gras were definitely highlights. Service was attentive as well! Came around 4:30 pm on a Friday and there was no wait, but there was already a line out the door when we finished so be prepared to wait. Would return! read more

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Intimate sukiyaki/shabu restaurant. Bar type seating. Recently opened part of chubby group. Still working on their liquor license but variety of drinks to choose from. Minh was our server and explained the menu carefully. We went for the sukiyaki tasting menu and came with a limited ACYE option at the end for A4 meats. Cooked and plated the main courses well and to our liking. Sukiyaki a bit different here. In the stone pot, used splashes of sukiyaki and coated the meats for a slightly sweet and tender bite. The main dishes of meat were tender and delicious. Adding the vegetables was a nice touch and went well with the sukiyaki. Minh was great at pacing our dishes and letting me get shots of the food. Started with Portuguese egg tart and tempura. Buttery and flaky egg tart. Snow crab tempura was creamy. The zensai came with 3 big fat slabs of fish which was decent quality. Uni steamed egg and the raw beef was tasty. The A5 wagyu hand roll with foie gras and A5 teppanyaki wagyu was buttery. At the end of the main dishes they give you an option for udon or silken egg donburi on the pot. The udon would pass next time as it was a bit doughy in the middle. Silken egg was soft and soaked all the sukiyaki. Ended up doing some AYCE shabu with the A4 meats which is part of the tasting menu. Tomato soup was good and think the meat quality here is better than Mikiya. Desserts I would pass next time. They were both hard. Mochi was doughy and filling didn't taste good. The Mille crepe was frozen like a rock when I got it. Service can be better for greeting and seating. Walked in initially and didn't get seen or greeted till we had to grab their attention. There was only one other party eating at the moment. There were multiple employees and one of them door had their back towards the door on their phone. Service for the server was phenomenal. Small parking lot here. read more

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Wagyu master was great to try at least once but we prefer chubby cattle. Our favorite was the lobster rolls but some of the fixed menu included fish bento which we don't eat. The menu and membership was also slightly confusing. Ambiance was a little too casual for the price point. Service was also slow at times and the wait was super long with no reservation option. read more

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The food was great quality, though the menu was a lot to follow. Thankfully our waitress was helpful in breaking it down. It had an all you can eat menu but the food set itself was A LOT and no one ended up ordering from the AYCE menu. It was a full house and every seat was taken up when we arrived, but we received our food relatively quick. Service was decent given the newness of the restaurant and how busy it was. If you order from the Sukiyaki menu, the employees help you cook your meats which was nice. The only thing that disappointed was the matcha dessert cake and mochi which we did not find tasty or flavorful (kinda bitter). The seating layout seen in the picture is better suited for smaller groups, since it's one big rectangle. read more

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