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About This Place

Welcome to Mokkoji Shabu Shabu - Hot Pot, a delightful shabu-shabu restaurant located at 8981 Mira Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92126. This gem of a dining spot is dedicated to bringing the authentic hot pot experience to life, where every ingredient is handpicked for quality and freshness.

At Mokkoji, the culinary journey begins with a rich and flavorful broth, a canvas upon which the star ingredients dance. Guests rave about the beautifully marbled meats—ranging from tender Wagyu beef to the subtle flavors of New York cut and hearty brisket. Each dish is thoughtfully presented, as even the tofu bears the restaurant's logo, showcasing a commitment to detail that is reflected throughout the dining experience.

The carefully curated menu caters to varying tastes, with all-you-can-eat options available that include not just meats, but also fresh veggies and seafood. Customers have praised the accompanying sauces, which offer a spectrum of flavors that elevate the meal into an unforgettable culinary event. The attentive staff is always ready to guide diners through the different choices, ensuring that every visit is not just a meal but a gastronomic adventure.

Don't overlook the array of delectable desserts, such as Mint Chocolate Chip and Ube Coconut ice cream, perfectly capping off your meal with a sweet finale. For those looking to indulge further, the selection of macarons—including Cookies N Cream and Passion Fruit Mango—is definitely worth exploring.

Overall, Mokkoji Shabu Shabu is not just about food; it's about an experience. With its spotless environment and welcoming atmosphere, diners can relax and savor every moment. As one satisfied customer beautifully put it, the entire setup feels clean, modern, and perfectly suited for a memorable outing. Whether you are a seasoned hot pot enthusiast or a first-timer, Mokkoji Shabu Shabu promises an experience filled with flavors, quality, and warmth that you won’t forget. Dive into this delightful world of shabu-shabu, and prepare to come back for more—because this place certainly leaves you longing for a return trip!

Service options

From the business

  • Identifies as Asian-owned

Service options

  • Kerbside pickup
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Locations

Guest Reviews (267)

Everything was super fresh—from the beautifully marbled meats to the crisp veggies and flavorful broth. Loved the thoughtful presentation (even the tofu had their logo!) and the variety offered. Great service, clean setup, and overall a delicious, satisfying meal. Will definitely be back!

First time here and everything about the experience was good. We were sat down immediately and given an explanation of the menu. The food came out quickly and in a nice presentation. Definitely will be recommending and coming back.

The hot pot broth was rich and flavorful, and the quality of the meat and vegetables was top-notch. We opted for the premium all-you-can-eat course, which included a wide variety of options like wagyu beef, pork, and fresh seafood. The service was attentive and friendly, with staff happy to guide us through the different dipping sauces and ingredients Overall, I'd highly recommend this place for anyone looking to try authentic shabu shabu in a welcoming atmosphere. Can't wait to go back and try more of their delicious offerings!"

Meat quality is top tier. The marbling is great. Also didn’t realize they had ice cream- Thai tea was great! Service is always nice, and you pretty much get two meals as we always have leftovers

Mokkoji is an absolute gem! The hot pot broth is incredibly delicious rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The restaurant is spotless and has a modern, welcoming atmosphere. What really stood out was the high quality, premium Wagyu beef melt in your mouth perfection. Everything was fresh and top notch. I would definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a premium hot pot experience!

Finally got to try this Sukiyaki place, I saw so many people recommend it. My friend and I chose a weekday to have dinner here about 5:30pm, no need to wait, the space is open, clean and well-designed. I like the wide open style. The menu is kinda complicated, but the waiter explained pretty well, we ordered two different bases for the hotpot, one is sukiyaki, one is spicy chicken soup. Both of them are pretty flavorful, but of course, I think sukiyaki is more my preference, especially with a raw egg dipping sauce. Other than the raw egg, they also offer sesame and ponzu dipping which is similar with MOMO Paradise. We ordered 3 meat combo plus a Toro fatty belly beef plate, the 3 meat combo we chose one Kataroshin Wagyu beef, one pork belly and one lamb. They offer unlimited veggies for free. I think the best for both of us is the Toro fatty belly, which is even better than the Wagyu beef, then the pork belly is good. Lamb is somehow too lean. The experience is pretty nice and service is quick and friendly. It’s about $50 per person, probably I’ll come back again.

Amazing dinner at Mokkoji Shabu Shabu Bar in Mira Mesa! For those of you who don’t know Shabu Shabu is Japanese hot pot. We ordered the surf & turf set sampler for two and chose the seafood platter with lobster, salmon, scallop, shrimp and ordered the New York cut for beef. It also comes with a garlic shrimp appetizer. Everything tasted incredible. Great vibe and atmosphere, all the staff were very friendly and accommodating with our questions, and the food comes quickly. Recommend!

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