Here's the truth nobody in Brooklyn's restaurant scene wants you to know: you're paying premium prices for a compromised experience. Packed tables, rushed service, splitting checks across twelve people, that awkward walk to the parking garage three blocks away in February. Brooklyn deserves better than this worn-out dining script, and backyard hibachi is rewriting it completely.
I'm Rumla, founder of Love Hibachi, and after transforming hundreds of Brooklyn gatherings from ordinary to unforgettable, I'm done watching people settle for less. Let me show you what's possible when you bring the five-star experience home.
Strip away every assumption you have about "catering." Love Hibachi isn't dropping off aluminum trays and calling it service—we're bringing a complete teppanyaki theater to your Brooklyn space. Professional-grade flat-top grills, expert chefs with 15+ years of authentic Japanese steakhouse training, premium ingredients, and a performance that rivals anything on Court Street or in DUMBO.
The difference? You control everything. The guest list, the timing, the atmosphere, the playlist. Want to start at 7 PM sharp because half your guests are coming from Manhattan? Done. Need a quieter cooking style because your toddler's asleep upstairs? We adapt. Dietary restrictions across six different guests? Our chefs handle it seamlessly because they're cooking for YOUR group, not a rotating door of strangers.
Brooklyn's unique housing—those gorgeous brownstone backyards, Williamsburg rooftop spaces, Park Slope garden patios—these weren't designed for restaurant crowds. They were designed for exactly this kind of intimate, elevated experience. We're simply matching the service to the setting.
And let's address the elephant: "backyard" doesn't mean we only work outdoors. Brooklyn winters are real, and we've perfected indoor setups in everything from Clinton Hill parlor floors to Bed-Stuy loft apartments. Garage? We've done it. Spacious kitchen? Perfect. Covered patio? Ideal. The "backyard" is wherever you want the magic to happen.
Walk into any popular Japanese steakhouse in Brooklyn on a Friday night. Forty-five minute wait. Table for eight squeezed between two other parties. Chef splits attention across multiple grills. Someone's ordering well-done steak while you wanted rare. The check comes and nobody remembers who had the extra shrimp. Sound familiar?
Love Hibachi eliminates every single friction point—no reservations, no parking nightmares, no splitting checks, no hoping the chef puts on a good show tonight. Our chefs bring that same teppanyaki mastery directly to you, but with complete focus on your celebration. They're not rushing to the next table because there is no next table. It's your event, your timeline, your show.
The math is compelling too. Take eight people to a quality Japanese steakhouse in Brooklyn: $80-120 per person after drinks, tax, tip. You're looking at $800-1000 minimum, plus the hassle factor. Love Hibachi brings comparable quality—often better, because we source premium ingredients specifically for your event—at competitive pricing without any of the restaurant friction.
But here's what really separates us: after hundreds of events throughout Brooklyn, we've proven that at-home hibachi delivers better food, better service, and better memories than any restaurant alternative. Your guests aren't distracted by other tables, loud neighboring parties, or rushed service. They're completely immersed in YOUR celebration, watching a master chef create art specifically for them.
Brooklyn restaurants make you adapt to their schedule, their space, their limitations. We adapt to yours, bringing five-star quality to your perfect setting with complete customization.
There's a shift happening across Brooklyn's neighborhoods—from Cobble Hill to Greenpoint, from Prospect Heights to Red Hook—and it's all about experience elevation. People are done with generic. They want authentic, personalized, memorable.
That's exactly why backyard hibachi resonates here. Brooklyn's population skews educated, well-traveled, culturally sophisticated. These are people who've experienced real teppanyaki in Tokyo, Los Angeles, Miami. They recognize quality, and they're tired of Brooklyn's crowded restaurant compromises.
What they're discovering: you can have that same chef expertise, that same premium quality, that same entertainment value—in your own curated space, surrounded only by people you actually want to celebrate with. No strangers. No noise bleed from other tables. No compromise.
The feedback is consistent: "This exceeded every expectation." "Better than any restaurant experience we've had." "Our guests are still talking about it weeks later." That's not marketing—that's what happens when you remove all the friction and focus entirely on creating something extraordinary.
"Do I need a huge backyard?" This comes up constantly, especially from Brooklyn residents living in those charming but compact brownstone units or modern apartments. Here's the reality: we've successfully executed hibachi experiences in spaces as small as 12x12 feet.
Seriously. That Park Slope garden patio you think is "too small"? We've probably worked in smaller. Those Bushwick loft apartments with open floor plans? Ideal. The Williamsburg rooftop with limited square footage? We make it work beautifully.
Our setup is remarkably efficient—one professional flat-top grill, chef's workspace, seating arrangement for your guests. We've done indoor dining rooms, covered porches, basement spaces converted for the evening, even spacious Brooklyn kitchens where we become the entertainment centerpiece.
The constraint isn't space—it's creativity. And after three years of Brooklyn events, we've seen (and solved) every space challenge imaginable.
Let me paint the complete picture of what you're getting with our mobile hibachi service. This isn't partial—it's comprehensive.
Complete Equipment: Professional teppanyaki-grade flat-top grill, all cooking tools, propane, serving implements. We bring the entire restaurant-quality setup to you.
Premium Ingredients: USDA Choice or higher steaks, fresh jumbo shrimp, quality chicken breast, seasonal vegetables, authentic fried rice ingredients, signature sauces made from scratch. No shortcuts, no substitutions unless you request them.
Expert Chef Performance: Not just cooking—entertainment. Onion volcanos, egg tosses, knife work that mesmerizes kids and adults alike. Our chefs average 15+ years of teppanyaki experience and bring genuine personality to every event.
Full Service: We arrive early, set up completely, cook your entire meal with full entertainment, serve everyone, and handle all cleanup. You literally don't touch anything except your fork.
Complete Customization: Discover our full menu at lovehibachi.com—then customize it. Vegetarian guests? Vegan options? Gluten-free requirements? Kids who only eat chicken? We adapt every detail.
The transformation is dramatic. While typical Brooklyn caterers provide food, Love Hibachi delivers a complete entertainment experience that guests talk about for months. You're not just feeding people—you're creating a core memory.
Some celebrations need more than a restaurant reservation. They need something people will actually remember.
Milestone Birthdays: That 40th, 50th, 60th deserves more than another crowded restaurant where half the table can't hear the toasts. Bring everyone to your space—backyard, rooftop, wherever—and create an experience that matches the significance.
Anniversary Celebrations: Whether it's your own or hosting for parents/grandparents, Love Hibachi transforms intimate gatherings into something genuinely special. The romance of a private chef experience without leaving your Brooklyn home.
Family Reunions: Brooklyn's diverse neighborhoods mean family flying in from everywhere. Give them a centralized, memorable experience where three generations can actually interact instead of shouting across a noisy restaurant.
Corporate Events: Brooklyn's booming business scene demands differentiation. Forget the same tired catering—give your team or clients something they've genuinely never experienced. We've done everything from small team celebrations to client appreciation events.
Graduation Parties: Brooklyn's competitive schools mean graduation matters. Celebrate properly with an experience that matches the achievement—and keeps high schoolers and adults equally entertained.
The common thread: these events matter too much for generic restaurant experiences.
Love Hibachi serves all of Brooklyn—yes, ALL of Brooklyn. From the brownstone elegance of Brooklyn Heights to the creative energy of Bushwick, from the family-friendly streets of Bay Ridge to the waterfront views of Williamsburg. We've cooked in every neighborhood, and we know how to navigate Brooklyn's unique logistics.
Visit Love Hibachi to see our complete service area —we also cover Queens, Manhattan, and surrounding areas. If you're in the greater NYC area and want this experience, we'll make it happen.
Parking? Not your problem—we handle it. Building access? We coordinate it. Timing around Brooklyn traffic? We plan for it. After hundreds of events across all five boroughs, we've mastered the logistics so you don't have to think about them.
Let's address what's actually on your mind. comes up first, always. Here's the straight answer: packages start around $60-75 per person depending on menu selections and guest count. Yes, that's competitive with quality Brooklyn restaurants—except you're getting private chef service, complete entertainment, zero cleanup, and the comfort of your own space. The value proposition is absurd when you actually break it down. Pricing
Space requirements —already covered this, but worth repeating: we've worked in spaces far smaller than you probably think necessary. If you can fit your guests comfortably for dinner, we can make hibachi work. Indoor, outdoor, covered, open—we adapt to your reality.
How far in advance to book : Brooklyn moves fast, especially for weekend dates. Popular times (Friday/Saturday evenings, holiday weekends) book 3-4 weeks out, sometimes more. Weeknight events or Sunday afternoons? Often available with a week's notice. But here's the truth—the moment you know you want to do this, reach out. We'll work with your timeline.
Weather concerns for outdoor setups: We monitor forecasts closely and communicate proactively. Light rain? We have coverage solutions. Serious weather? We'll either reschedule or pivot to an indoor setup if your space allows. Brooklyn's unpredictable weather is something we've navigated hundreds of times—you're in experienced hands.
Brooklyn's restaurant scene is incredible—I'm not knocking it. But for celebrations that actually matter, for events where you want complete control and zero friction, for experiences you want people to remember for years... restaurants just can't compete.
The choice is yours: squeeze into another crowded teppanyaki restaurant dealing with parking, waits, rushed service, and split checks, or bring that same quality—actually better—to your space where everything revolves around your celebration.
Book your Brooklyn backyard hibachi experience and discover what you've been missing. Let's create something extraordinary.
