Transform your gathering into an unforgettable culinary event with Chef John Paul’s mobile hibachi service! We bring the exciting, interactive flair of traditional teppanyaki grilling directly to your location. From the sizzle of the grill to the stunning food tricks, your guests will experience an engaging, one-of-a-kind dining experience.
Availability & Seasonal Info
We cook year-round, even during winter!
Summer weekends are booking fast! If you want a dinner party in the summertime book soon! Otherwise lots of availability throughout March and April. (updated 3/1/2026)
💰 Pricing & Booking Details
Per Person: $70
Travel Fee: $1 per mile one-way from Portage, MI
Minimum Booking: $500
Deposit: $250 (applied to total) via cash, check, Venmo, or Cash App
🍽️ What’s Included
Each guest enjoys:
- Choice of 2 proteins
- Choice of fried rice or noodles
- Grilled mixed vegetables
- Yum-Yum & Sriracha dipping sauces
Interactive Cooking Show Highlights:
- Onion volcano
- Egg tricks
- Food catching
- Sake shots (optional, you provide sake for our squeeze bottle or squirt gun)
- And more!
🥩 Protein Options (Pick 2)
Note: Parties of 20 people or less may order uniquely. Parties over 20 must order similarly with the exception of two unique orders.
- New York Strip
- Filet Mignon (+$5)
- Ribeye (+$5)
- Chicken Breast
- Chicken Thigh
- Salmon
- Shrimp
- Scallops (+$5)
- Lobster Tail (+$15)
- Tofu
➕ Add-Ons & Upgrades
Enhance your experience with these add-ons:
- Extra Garlic Butter: +$5 (Note: everything will be cooked with garlic butter without the upgrade)
- Fried Rice: +$5
- Noodles: +$5
- Extra Veggies: +$5
- Additional Proteins: +$10 each
- Chicken
- Salmon
- Shrimp
- Scallops
- Tofu
- Ribeye/Filet Mignon: +$15
- Lobster Tail: +$20
🧰 What We Provide
- All food ingredients
- Grills and cooking tools
- Grill mats
- Cleaning supplies
- Memorable hibachi dining experience
🪑 What You Provide
- Tables, chairs, plates, silverware, and beverages for you and your guests
- A clean kitchen with counter space, sink, stove, and electrical outlet for food prep
- Parking space for a truck and small trailer
Note:
- If the kitchen requires cleaning before starting, a $50 cleaning fee will apply.
- We are a Personal Chef service, not a catering business. This means we bring the raw ingredients to prepare on-site at your event. Don’t have a kitchen for us? No problem! Add $100 for a commercial kitchen rental.
🕒 Event Timeline: What to Expect
Arrival & Setup:
- We arrive 2 hours before the start time to set up and prepare.
Cooking Show:
- The cooking demonstration lasts approximately 1.5 hours, featuring cooking tricks and entertainment.
Cleanup:
- Cleanup takes up to 1 hour. We’ll leave the area as clean (or cleaner) than we found it.
Late Start Fee:
- If the event starts late, like if you want to wait for someone’s arrival (after a 15-minute grace period), a $50 fee will be charged for every 15 minutes.
📅 Booking & Inquiries
How to Book:
- Send an inquiry with your event date and location. We’ll confirm availability.
- We will send you the private chef contract and a venmo code to send the deposit. Once the deposit is sent, you will receive a confirmation from us.
- 7 days before your event, provide the following details:
- Event address
- Event start time (when everyone sits down to eat)
- Guest food orders – include names, allergy notes and special requests
- Signed private chef contract
The balance is to be paid right before the start time.
Late Booking Fee:
- Bookings less than 7 days in advance incur a $150 late booking fee.
To help us stay organized, please keep all event-related communication in one thread. Payments should come from a single transaction, not split among the group.
Contact Info:
- Call/Text: 616-328-1881
- Email: [email protected]
- Direct Message: Instagram/Facebook
⚠️ Important Notes
Gluten-free options available upon request.
Please inform us of any food allergies or intolerances in advance.
Raw or undercooked food may increase the risk of foodborne illness, particularly for individuals with certain medical conditions.
We cannot guarantee that any menu item is completely free of allergens due to shared preparation areas and equipment. (Although we have never had an issue!)