Private hibachi catering at home in Rochester
Backyard, rooftop, restaurant patio — wherever your Rochester event happens, our chef brings the grill, food, and the live show. New York State coverage — a chef travels to Rochester for your event.
Hibachi catering for Rochester events
When Rochester families throw a hibachi party at home, the chef does the cooking and the entertaining. Rochester & Monroe County, Rochester, Rochester — wherever the event lands, we bring the grill, the proteins, the sauces, and the whole live teppanyaki performance to your table.
New York State coverage — a chef travels to Rochester for your event. That covers 1 neighborhoods in and around Rochester — Rochester & Monroe County, Rochester and everything between — so the chef usually knows the parking, the access, and where the grill can safely go before arriving.
This is a local chef, not a road trip. We staff New York with hibachi chefs who already work the Rochester & Monroe County market, so Rochester dates are served from inside the state. Travel runs $50 flat for the first 50 miles, tolls included, then $1 per mile.
Where the chef sets up in Rochester
Parks and beaches near Rochester are possible on a permit, and we know which ones issue them. Backyard hibachi is still the standard Rochester booking. Roughly 8 by 8 feet of clear area is enough, on grass, patio, deck or driveway. Rooftops and terraces are workable with open air over the grill. Propane and a fire-safe base come with the chef.
Rochester hibachi catering — common questions
Do you bring the hibachi grill to my home in Rochester?
Yes. All Rochester bookings are in-home hibachi. The chef arrives carrying a commercial mobile hibachi grill, propane, the food, the sauces and the serving gear. The space and the tables are yours. Anything that cooks arrives on our truck. The chef needs about an 8 by 8 foot clear area, and Rochester & Monroe County backyards, driveways, patios, and decks all work.
How much does hibachi catering cost in Rochester?
Our hibachi chef service is $54.99 per adult and $29.99 per child, with a $500 minimum per event. Travel to Rochester is a flat $50 for the first 50 miles with tolls included, then $1 per mile beyond that. Those figures are before tax — sales tax is calculated on the event address, so your quote will show it separately.
Which Rochester neighborhoods do you cover?
We cover roughly 1 neighborhoods in and around Rochester, including Rochester & Monroe County. An unlisted town is normally still served. Ask first and the travel charge is quoted before booking.
Can I book a hibachi birthday party in Rochester on a weekend?
Yes. Weekends account for most of our calendar. Seven days a week. Saturday is the heaviest hibachi party slot in Rochester. Summer and holiday weekends close first; a fixed date wants two to three weeks of notice.
Is this hibachi or teppanyaki, and what does the chef actually cook?
Japanese teppanyaki on a flat-top hibachi grill, the same discipline as the hibachi restaurant, performed in your own space. Fried rice, vegetables and the selected proteins are cooked to order, with the knife work, the onion volcano and the toss-and-catch performed through the service. Gluten-friendly, halal and vegetarian versions exist for all of it.
What Rochester guests ask for when they search hibachi catering
Most people find us searching hibachi catering near me from a Rochester address, and the answer is yes -- the chef drives to you. Hibachi at home is the entire service: the kitchen goes unused and the cooking happens among the guests. A single private hibachi chef covers the menu, the cooking, the show and the grill cleanup before departing.
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- ✓ $54.99/adult, $29.99/child
- ✓ No travel fee within 50 miles of base
- ✓ Hibachi grill, chef, food, setup, cleanup — all included
- ✓ Gluten-friendly, halal, vegetarian menus available
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Rochester neighborhoods we serve
Nearly all of Rochester sits inside the distance our chefs drive routinely.
Rochester & Monroe County
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Nearby cities
Event is not in Rochester? The coverage usually reaches further than the list suggests.
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Very good service And food are also good The guy working at front he is also good
Excellent service, great atmosphere, and delicious food—this is the only place our family will gather for future get-togethers.
It’s the best WNY outdoor hibachi. We booked for 12 outdoor party. Have a lot of fun! Will be back.
Hibachi catering prices in Rochester
Private chef at your home — the same price everywhere we serve, no hidden fees.
| Package | Adult | Child (under 12) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 proteins | $54.99 | $29.99 |
| 3 proteins | $64.99 | $39.99 |
$500 party minimum · before tax and travel
| Group (adults) | 2 proteins | 3 proteins |
|---|---|---|
| 10 guests | $549.90 | $649.90 |
| 15 guests | $824.85 | $974.85 |
| 20 guests | $1,099.80 | $1,299.80 |
| 25 guests | $1,374.75 | $1,624.75 |
| 30 guests | $1,649.70 | $1,949.70 |
Hibachi at home in Rochester — questions
How much does hibachi catering cost in Rochester?
OSAKA Premium Mobile Hibachi hibachi at home in Rochester is $54.99 per adult and $29.99 per child under 12 with two proteins, or $64.99 per adult and $39.99 per child with three proteins. The event minimum is $500 before tax and travel.
How much is a hibachi party for 15 or 20 people in Rochester?
Food on the two-protein menu runs roughly $824.85 for 15 adults and $1,099.80 for 20. Tax, travel and tip are counted separately. Kids under 12 are $29.99 each.
Is there a minimum for a private hibachi chef in Rochester?
Yes — the party minimum is $500 in food before tax and travel. Small parties still book. A minimum adjustment line appears at checkout to make up the shortfall.
What is included with hibachi at home in Rochester?
Included: a private hibachi chef, the grill, the propane, the live cooking show, and a plate of salad, fried rice and hibachi vegetables alongside the proteins each guest selects. Setup, cooking in front of the guests, and cleaning the cooking area afterward are all the chef's.
What do I need to provide for a backyard hibachi party in Rochester?
What is needed outdoors: a flat 10-by-10-foot area, backyard or patio or deck or driveway, with seating and plates for the guests. Tables, chairs and tableware can be added at checkout if you do not have them.
Can the hibachi chef cook if it rains in Rochester?
Yes, provided there is covered outdoor space with airflow: a roofed patio, a porch, or a garage with the door open. The grill does not run in a sealed room.
How far ahead should I book a hibachi chef in Rochester?
As far ahead as possible. Weekends and holidays close out first. Enter a date and time on the site; the number appears straight away, before anything is confirmed.
Is there a travel fee for hibachi in Rochester?
Fifty miles are covered by a flat $50. Beyond that, $1 per mile, measured off your address at checkout.
Do I need a deposit to book hibachi in Rochester?
A $50 deposit three days out reserves the chef. The balance is handled on party day.