Cal Shabu - Fountain Valley

Introducing Cal Shabu - Fountain Valley, a Japanese restaurant that combines the flavors of a beer bar with the interactive dining experience of hot pot. Located at 18908 Brookhurst St in Fountain Valley, CA, this establishment offers a range of utilities including takeout, reservations, delivery, and even accepts cryptocurrency.

Customers rave about the top-quality meats and customizable options at Cal Shabu. From the beautifully marbled Choice Beef Ribeye to the fresh and crispy veggies, each dish is prepared with care and attention to detail. The Ponzu sauce, known for being the best around, adds a savory kick to every bite.

  • Choice Beef Ribeye: 5/5 - beautifully marbled, super soft, and delicious in the soup
  • Veggies: 5/5 - fresh and customizable, with options like spinach and mushrooms
  • Ponzu Sauce: 5/5 - a great savory dip for the meat and a flavorful addition to the soup

The friendly and attentive staff at Cal Shabu ensure that every dining experience is a memorable one. Whether you're a longtime customer or visiting for the first time, you can expect exceptional service and quality ingredients.

With a modern and inviting ambiance, Cal Shabu is the perfect spot for a casual lunch or dinner. The menu boasts a variety of broths, meats, and accompanying sauces, providing a truly customizable dining experience.

If you're a fan of shabu-shabu or looking to try something new, Cal Shabu - Fountain Valley is a must-visit destination. Indulge in the flavors of Japan and enjoy a meal that is as satisfying as it is delicious.

Cal Shabu - Fountain Valley Menu

Location

Address: 18908 Brookhurst St Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Phone: (714) 963-8844

🕓 Work Hours
MON 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
TUE 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
WED 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THU 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
FRI 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SAT 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SUN 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Business info

  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Reservations
    No
  • Delivery
    No
  • Limited Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Private Lot Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Best nights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Offers Catering
    No
  • Not Good For Dancing
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Smoking
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Jaeden Y.

    25 July 2024

    This (as well as the Costa Mesa one) is my favorite shabu! My first time having shabu was at the Costa Mesa one when I was little and it developed my love for shabu. This location is just as good! Very clean interior with bar style seating both with tall and regular chairs. Servers are always so friendly and give off good vibes here as well as the Costa Mesa one! A great selection of meat cuts and you can customize your veggie plate as well! Just let your server know! What I ordered: -Choice Beef Ribeye: This is my go to order! I get the large if I'm hungry and the Jack if I'm HUNGRY. But both are very filling if you get the soup base after! Meat was beautifully marbled and super soft. I never encounter hard, chewy meat here! Super delish in the soup after! 5/5 -Veggies: I replaced the cabbage with spinach and added mushrooms! Veggies were fresh. Mushrooms were so good as well! 5/5 -Ponzu: This place has the best ponzu imo. It's such a great savory sauce to dip the meat in as well as to add to your soup after. 5/5 -Goma: I really like their goma but I will admit that I like other shabus' better. It's on the more nutty, almost bitter side but it's still a solid goma. 4/5 -Soup: The soup base with my left over veggies, meat, and noodles were amazing! The soup base is a bit sweet but is a good difference in flavor from the goma and ponzu. I also added the spicy sesame oil which gave it even more of a different taste that I really enjoyed. 5/5 Overall, this place has such top quality everything, from the meats down to the sauces. You really can't go wrong with coming here for lunch or dinner! It's on the pricier side but that's because of the quality of meats they serve so it's definitely worth it! I've been a long time customer and always will be! If you love shabu, you've got to try this place.

  • Author: Josh D.

    24 July 2024

    Amazing as always. The food and the service is always great here. My wife and I have been coming here for years and now our kids like to celebrate birthdays here!

  • Author: Austin Y.

    19 June 2024

    Cal shabu isn't as fancy ambiance wise, but the tasty broths and high quality of meats makes this place stand out. I ordered the regular choice with spicy miso for lunch. And with the side of veggies and noodles, it was the perfect amount for lunch. Wasn't too full or left hungry. The broth was flavored well and did not taste as watery as other broths from other shabu restaurants. And I was definitely surprised at the meat quality of the choice beef. They also had garlic, radish, and green onions if you wanted to season your sauces to your liking. Service was on point as well, asking if we needed extra broth, rice, sauce, etc. Great place for a quick lunch. Overall: 9/10

  • Author: Jbird M.

    31 May 2024

    This is our go to restaurant! Best shabu you can find. Amazing staff! Friendliest staff!! Heidi is the absolute best! She always greets us with a smile and she knows what you need before you even do! Cannot recommend Cal Shabu enough! I would be here every Friday if I could!

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