Red and black logo for 'Kanpai' BBQ & SHABU with Japanese characters.

Kanpai BBQ & Shabu offers the authentic flavors of Japanese BBQ and Shabu in the heart of San Diego’s Convoy District!

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BBQ

Person cooking hotpot at a restaurant, with various ingredients such as sliced pork, vegetables, and seafood on the table.

SHABU

Logo for 'Kanpai BBQ & Shabu' with red text on black background, featuring Japanese characters.

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

Lunch $39.95 | Dinner $47.95

Have both Shabu and BBQ at the same table!

  • 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

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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!”

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Hours & Location

 

FAQ

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Kids between 40–50 inches tall receive 50% off, and kids under 40 inches dine for free.

  • 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.

  • 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.