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Shabuway

Japanese Restaurant$$$$

Downtown San Mateo, San Mateo

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Shabuway

6.9^/10

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"Best shabu shabu in the area."(6 Tips)
"Deliscious Kobe beef"(2 Tips)
"Try the Lamb - Delicious special this month!"(3 Tips)
"We love the spicy broth too!"(2 Tips)

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Jetset ExtraNovember 8, 2012
The meats at Shabuway are all purchased in pallets from top producers like Niman Ranch & are aged, trimmed, and frozen at extremely low temperatures. Read more
Upvoted Feb 29
LukaFebruary 6, 2015
It is what it is — pots full of spicy broth and stuff you want them to put there. Japanese style! Try their Lamb ($11.75), it's delicious Read more
Eltøn ChéñAugust 8, 2013
Dinner is about $$-$$$ for a hot pot experience. Portion was on the small side. I would definitely get the vegetable upgrade next time: the menu picture isn't as impressive as the real plate.
Ian CheeJanuary 23, 2021
Best to come as a pair at the bar. Come hungry for AYCE!
Weisi DaiNovember 13, 2018
Dishonest "Gratuity Guidelines": based on Post-Tax amount. Here $6.32 is 20% of $31.60 (post-tax amount), but it should be 20% of $28.99 (pre-tax amount).
JonesDecember 2, 2018
Lamb and Kobe are good. Don't get the Angus. Seafood and miso broth good
Maggie FokDecember 27, 2012
Come in small groups of 2 and 3, they only have 3 tables so its hard to seat everyone around it.
Angela ShenSeptember 21, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The vegetarian Shabu Shabu is a plateful of delicious items!
Alex JacoboJanuary 5, 2013
Try the Shabu Shabu with Seaweed Broth - #daaaaayum
Grub CrawlFebruary 28, 2011
The Kobe Beef here is so fresh! We love the spicy broth too! www.grubcrawl.com
Jon NarongAugust 14, 2014
Service is way too rushed. Started taking away things and sending you the check halfway through your meal. Not appreciated.
JoseMay 17, 2013
Try the Ramune Drink. A simple soda in a quircky bottle.
Andrew RegalAugust 28, 2012
I prefer this place to Little Sheep if with a group of < 4.
Akram BenmbarekOctober 10, 2012
It requires some work but the meat is delish
MiaJanuary 27, 2011
Worth the waiting time! Kobe style beef is the best!
Michael NeuendorffSeptember 23, 2010
Sit at a table and get the half and half broth. It's more fun.
Michelle JAugust 4, 2011
Best shabu shabu in the area.
pɹoɟuɐs@May 28, 2010
Order the lean beef and spicy water. Amazing!
SassycassyAugust 9, 2012
Look at that sizzling pot
Cody TolmasoffJune 4, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Try the Lamb - Delicious special this month!
Larry ChenApril 24, 2010
Love their shabu shabu! Always feels so healthy and fresh!
Herman ChanJanuary 30, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Best shabu in the bay.
SassycassyAugust 9, 2012
Veggie shabu
MISSsunshineFebruary 8, 2010
Been here 100+ times
Deliscious Kobe beef

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