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Heat Shabu - Downtown in Sacramento

Heat Shabu - Downtown in Sacramento

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4.6 (406)

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Heat Shabu - Downtown, Sacramento's premier Shabu-shabu restaurant, offers an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of the city. Our Asian fusion restaurant combines traditional Japanese flavors with modern twists, serving up a unique culinary adventure. Indulge in our signature Hot pot restaurant experience, where you can savor a variety of tender meats and fresh vegetables in our savory broths. From rich tonkotsu to spicy miso, our broths are carefully crafted to delight your taste buds. As a Japanese restaurant, we take pride in our commitment to quality and authenticity. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible, to create dishes that are both nourishing and delicious. Located at 2416 18th St, Sacramento, CA 95818, Heat Shabu - Downtown is the perfect spot for a night out with friends, a romantic evening, or a family gathering. Come and experience the art of Shabu-shabu with us!

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Joseph Deutsch -Google user

7 months ago

They accommodated us very well. Needed to push back my reservation, and it was no problem. We had to sit outside and we had no problems with service. All the meat was of good quality. The spicy broth was not that spicy... But other wise...Read More

Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5Hot Pot, A5 Wagyu, AYCE ShabuFree street parking

Ernest Lopez -Google user

a year ago

This place is an absolute GEM, the ALL YOU CAN EAT IS MARVELOUS. You can even include beer with this option…..the food comes out very fast. It all appears to be super fresh. The service is incredible. This was our first time coming here. We...Read More

Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Hot Pot, Green Tea Ice Cream, Noodles, Tonkotsu & BBH BrothDifficult to find parkingFree parking lotParking seems a bit tight but most places near downtown are like this.Kids are able to be here as long as they are hungry;)

Ryan Zhang -Google user

10 months ago

In my opinion the best Hot Pot option in the Sacramento area. The All You Can Eat is for sure worth it for $40, as it includes American Kobe Beef which is great! There is also a Wagyu included option for around $90 I believe...Read More

Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Hot Pot, A5 Wagyu, Tonkotsu & BBH Broth, AYCE Shabu, BBH with American Kobe Beef

Sheila Loza -Google user

2 years ago

I cannot believe this, but I think I like hotpot more than kbbq? The flavor and cuts of meat here were next level, I could not stop getting more. The price was very reasonable, about $35-40 per person, just make sure you chow down to...Read More

Dine inLunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5Hot Pot, Noodles, Tonkotsu & BBH Broth

aprylkristine -Google user

Edited 3 years ago

Heat Shabu IS my favorite Shabu restaurant in Sacramento to the point where I go there at least once or twice a month with my husband or friends. Even during the summer I'll go here. One of the servers knows me and almost has our...Read More

Samantha wu -Google user

Edited 2 years ago

Still the best hot pot in sacramento. The food is good. The service is very nice too.

Dine inDinner$50–100Hot Pot, Tom Yum

Christy Taylor -Google user

7 years ago

Delicious & filling - each pot comes with 2 soups, veggies, noodles, rice, & green tea ice cream. Wonderful service by Trevor! Group of 9 of us split 3 pots. Ordered a couple of meats, couple of appetizers, extra veggies & noodles. Came away very...Read More

K Do -Google user

a year ago

The meat quality is so good here. Hope you guys keep it up!

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Xiwen Lai -Google user

5 months ago

Fantastic Japanese hotpot. Everything was fresh and flavorful—especially the beef, which was incredibly tender and delicious. Our server, Mike, was super friendly and attentive, making sure we were well taken care of the entire time. Great food, great service. Highly recommend!

$50–100Atmosphere: 5No wait

Paul Hickey-Ramsey -Google user

7 months ago

First time going here to try out. Recommend the A-5 Japanese Wagyu. Absolutely incredible. Also, it was all you can eat for 90 minutes. Just dip the Wagyu in the pot of broth for 6-8 seconds and it just melts in your mouth. Recommend you...Read More

Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talk1 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 peopleNo waitSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree parking lot, Free street parkingWe went on Valentines day. So perfect for occasions.Yes

kiss kiss -Google user

2 years ago

My friends ordered for me and the spicy broth was really good and had a good level of spice. Wasn’t enough to make you have to pause for a minute because its too spicy, so I enjoyed it! I wish it came with a wider...Read More

Dine inDinner$30–50

Elaine chiu -Google user

a year ago

Really tasty. Reasonable price. We had miso/hot miso. Next visit miso - mildly spicy and tonkotsu American Kobe. Angus Prime the second time. I liked the Kobe better. Tasty dipping sauce. Was plenty for 2 people

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Hot Pot

Melinda Ng -Google user

2 years ago

Best after a cold day! The wait staff were super accommodating, clearing out a table for us quite quickly as we arrived later in the evening. They were very friendly during our entire stay making sure we were well taken care of. Sounds like it’s...Read More

Levi Reyenga -Google user

2 years ago

Such a positive experience. Delicious lamb and angus for their all you can eat hotpot. Decently priced. Clean facility and THE VIBE IS RIGHTTTT. Hope I get to enjoy more restaurants like this one.

Praneet Raj -Google user

5 years ago

My favorite AYCE hot pot place in Sacramento. I live in Bay Area but I come to Sac quite a bit for this spot. Meat is awesome and great quality. Parking situation is not the best around, there are 8 spot in the back alley...Read More

Russel Miller -Google user

4 years ago

This place is fantastic, the broth we had was flavorful, their quail eggs are amazing and meatballs are fresh, plenty of vegetables, and their meat is thin and quickly cooked Our waitress was awesome too Wished they would add lotus root to their menu, and they...Read More

Brian Gee -Google user

5 years ago

Great Shabu Shabu place and definitely my favorite hotpot in Sacramento. Recommend the American Kobe beef, with tonkotsu and miso broth.

Joel Collazo -Google user

8 years ago

Great great place kinda in a funky spot but for japanese shabu shabu ita great really loved my time here i had the Waygu beef and was amazing i really recommend it but they also have more options and even all you can eat so...Read More

Ryan McClain -Google user

6 years ago

I love love love this place! The food and atmosphere are fantastic! The employees are friendly and attentive! Mary and Terrance McClain

Freshasmoney -Google user

7 months ago

The food was so good and they are very helpful if it was your first time they do give tips on how to cook it and let you try the all the broth I enjoyed the all you can eat with the drinks included it...Read More

$100+Atmosphere: 5Reservations not requiredIndoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terraceNot sureSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree street parkingWell i was eating they definitely had family's but no issuesThey do have a ramp if needed

Malcolm March -Google user

10 months ago

We came without a reservation and they were able to squeeze us in. This was our first experience of food in Sacramento and it was excellent. Great environment, great food!

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5

Olivia Ponedel -Google user

3 years ago

We came by Saturday night at around 6pm and found out there was a 3-hrs wait time. So we made a reservation on Sunday night. There was all you can eat option but we were full so ordered a course. Service is excellent and food...Read More

Brianna Tanaka -Google user

6 years ago

Great food! Love this place! Sadly, it is hard to get parking, especially during busy times. I'm not a fan of the area but it can't be helped. Take cash because I believe that they can only take up to 3 forms of card payment,...Read More

Kahui Lim -Google user

4 years ago

The servers here are friendly and reliable. The service was quick. I arrived on a busy night without a reservation and was lucky enough to get a seat. I recommend having a reservation in advance next time. I had the all you can eat (AYCE)...Read More

Sharon May -Google user

6 months ago

Had my daughter's birthday dinner there, and we were seated quickly. The service was great, and the food was awesome. I recommend that you give it a try. Also, my daughter got a saki bomb on the house!

Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5

x420NinjaBearx -Google user

11 months ago

This place is great for when you just want to eat a bunch of meat and/or soup. Especially on Tuesdays when apps are included in ayce. Variety would be the only part of the experience that isn't great but, reduced variety helps keep the cost...Read More

Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Hot Pot, Green Tea Ice Cream, Tom Yum, Fish Balls, AYCE ShabuSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree street parkingThere is a wheelchair ramp into the restaurant.

Stephanie Matsuda -Google user

9 months ago

Awesome hot pot restaurant. Incredibly fresh vegetables and very flavorful meats! Service was topnotch! Do make a reservation as the dining area is small and fills up fast! If you enjoy Japanese hotpot, this is the place to try!

Atmosphere: 4

Courtney Russell -Google user

9 months ago

Love this place. Great for family, friends, couples and solo dinner dates! Service is always fast and friendly, and they have a casual vibe with awesome music. The food is fresh and their raspberry ice tea is the best I've ever had.

TreV4Ev -Google user

a year ago

Amazing place. They sat me at the bar due to not having a reservation. They treated us great, I got the all you can eat waygu with my gf and honestly...one of the best meals ive ever had. Let them pick for you,...Read More

Max Popov -Google user

2 years ago

My favourite restaurant in Sacramento - their hot pot is to die for, I come back almost weekly for it! All the ingredients are super high quality and fresh, and the soup bases are all delicious. The service is always great, I like the music...Read More

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