Kanpai BBQ & Shabu offers the authentic flavors of Japanese BBQ and Shabu in the heart of San Diego’s Convoy District!
BBQ
SHABU
ALL YOU CAN EAT
JAPANESE BBQ AND SHABU
Lunch
$34.95
SAT - SUN: 11AM - 3PM
Dinner
$39.95
Meal includes AYCE meat, appetizers, soft drinks, and access to our self-serve vegetable, sauce, and seafood bar.
Kids under 40 inches - FREE | Kids 40-50 inches - 50% OFF
Joint BBQ and Shabu Option
Have both Shabu and BBQ at the same table!
Lunch $39.95 | Dinner $47.95
All members of the party must choose the joint option
Wait-times may be longer due to the limited number of tables that can operate both
Birthday promotion can apply
BBQ
PREMIUM MEATS
M-8 Wagyu Steak
M-8 Wagyu Cubes
M-6 Wagyu Rib Fingers
US Wagyu Brisket
US Wagyu Chuck Eye
Prime Cut Steak
Prime Short Rib
Beef Tongue
Chicken Wing
Chicken Cartilage
Chicken Gizzard
Pork Belly
Pork Jowl
Cajun Shrimp
Spicy Baby Octopu
Shabu
BROTH BASE (PICK 2)
Sukiyaki
Mala
Tom Yum
Tomato
Curry
Tonkatsu
Golden Chicken
Mushroom
PREMIUM MEATS
Prime Angus Chuck Eye
US Wagyu Cross Rib
US Wagyu Brisket
Australian Wagyu Brisket M-8
Australian Wagyu Brisket M-9
Lamb Shoulder
Pork Belly
Chicken Breast
Snakehead Fish Filet
Flavor that’s too good not to share
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What our customers say
“Something unique and different, but also serving up quality meats and ingredients.”
“For the price, wait time, service and meat quality during our first visit; Kanpai is our new spot for Japanese AYCE BBQ!”
FAQ
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Yes, please call us at (858) 737-4253 and let us know the day, time, amount of people in your party, and dine-in option (hot pot or BBQ). However, we do not accept same-day reservations after 3 PM.
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Yes! Starting Summer 2025, you can now have both BBQ and hot pot at the same time for $39.95 during lunch (11am - 3pm on Saturday - Sunday) and $47.95 during dinner.
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Kids between 40–50 inches tall receive 50% off, and kids under 40 inches dine for free.
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We offer a wide variety of fresh vegetables and seafood selections, but some of our offerings change from time to time to ensure the best quality and variety. Because of this, we don’t have a fixed list, but you can always check out the bar in person or call and ask to see what’s available on the day of your visit.
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Our restaurant specializes in BBQ and hot pot with a focus on meat selections. While we do have a variety of fresh vegetables available at our vegetable bar, we do not offer dedicated vegetarian options.