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Hibachi at Home & Catering in Santa Cruz

Evening hibachi party in Santa Cruz

Surf, redwoods and a Boardwalk that never gets old — Santa Cruz is California's beach town, and its backyards are just as fun. Dream Hibachi brings a private hibachi chef to your Santa Cruz home, patio or venue — with the flames, the tricks and the fresh-cooked food that turn a coastal evening into an unforgettable night.

From Downtown Santa Cruz to Seabright, Live Oak and the Westside, Santa Cruz gatherings mix beach-town ease with family warmth. Our mobile grill sets up on patios, decks and backyards across the city, whether it is a birthday after a day on the Boardwalk, a family reunion after a drive down West Cliff, or a summer evening that ends with everyone around the grill instead of the campfire. Cool coastal evenings just mean guests gather closer — and the grill keeps everyone warm.

Adults are $60 per guest, kids ages 5–12 are $30, and little ones ages 1–4 join free. Every party has a $600 minimum, and your date is held once the $100 deposit is paid within 24 hours. Premium upgrades like Filet Mignon and Lobster, plus add-ons like Noodles, Gyoza and Edamame, can make the night even more special. See your full estimate before you reserve — no surprises.

Areas We Serve Around Santa Cruz

We bring our hibachi catering across the Santa Cruz area, including Capitola, Aptos, Soquel, Scotts Valley, Felton, Watsonville, Monterey and Salinas. Enter your ZIP code to check availability →

Why Santa Cruz Loves Private Hibachi

  • Your table, your show — one chef dedicated to your party, no shared grills.
  • Dinner and entertainment in one — perfect for birthdays and milestone celebrations.
  • Sets up anywhere — backyards, patios, decks, driveways and venues.
  • Simple pricing — Adults $60 · Kids $30 · Private parties from $600.

Planning a special night? See our birthday hibachi parties and bachelorette hibachi parties, or learn more about hibachi at home.

Ready for Your Santa Cruz Hibachi Night?

Weekend dates fill quickly. Check availability or call (626) 766-7627 — 5.0 ★★★★★ from 73 Google reviews.

Santa Cruz FAQs

Do you cook in Seabright and Live Oak? +

Yes. We cook across Santa Cruz, including Seabright, Live Oak, the Westside and the Downtown area. Tell us your address when you book and we will confirm setup details.

Can you cook for a beach-weekend gathering in Santa Cruz? +

Yes. Beach weekends are a Santa Cruz favorite — after a day on the Boardwalk or West Cliff, dinner around the grill is the perfect ending. Book early for summer weekends.

Do you cook on cool coastal evenings in Santa Cruz? +

Yes. Coastal evenings are part of Santa Cruz charm — guests gather around the grill and the show keeps everyone warm. We confirm setup details when you book.

Get a Fast Quote

Tell us your party date and headcount — we’ll text you back with a price, usually within the hour.

No spam, no obligation. Prefer to talk? Call (626) 766-7627

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