I can't find another hot pot place with as good of a value as this! Even after their price increases over the years, this is still my go-to AYCE hot pot place. - They now have 6 options of broths. My go-to is Shabu Spicy - Full bar with noodles, seafood, veggies. They have shrimp, prawns, scallops, etc - Lots of meat options. All great quality! 10 different types total, for lunch you get to pick among 5 - Dinner is $27/pp & weekends are dinner price. Lunch is week days only at less than $20/pp. - Parking is easy and plentiful. It's right next to an Aldi and across the street from a bank - Dessert is unlimited fresh fruit & different ice cream flavors - Service is either hit or miss depending on who you get - Ambiance is family friendly! I come here at least 2x a month with family!
Where can I even start this place is the best hotpot I have ever been to its so nice I can't wait to come back if you visit this area you got to visit this go shabu with lost of seafood and meats to pick from you'll never run out of options! They have the best broth selections also. And assortment of veggies and sauce bar that is just the best not to mention the dessert bar lots of ice cream green tea is amazing !
Japanese food has expanded over the last decade in Houston's Bay Area, but hot pot in particular has not yet followed suit. Less than a handful of hot pot places reside within a 15-mile radius of Go Shabu and none of them serve Japanese style cuisine as far as I can tell. That reason by itself was enough for my friend and I to drive up from Galveston on a whim. I've only visited this place for lunch so I can't speak on their dinner menu. What I can speak on, however, is the high value that their lunch prices literally bring to the table. $19+tax grants you all-you-can-eat for decent cuts of pork and beef as well as a wide variety of noodles (e.g. pho, instant, egg), seafood, (e.g. fish balls, octopus, squid), and vegetables (e.g. bok choy, watercress, mushrooms). I always opt for the Go Shabu Spicy broth but their Tonkotsu broth works well for all my spice-intolerant friends. I enjoyed pretty much everything but my favorites were the mushrooms, fish balls, and ribeye. Their strawberry, red bean, and green tea ice creams all taste fabulous and can function as both a dessert and intermission; my friends and I like to cool off with one round before digging back in to the main entrees. Out of all the hot pot places I've been to, this one offers some of the best services and cleanliness of the bunch. Our server revolved frequently enough that we never ran out of water or needed to flag someone down for a broth refill. I'm not sure if that level of service can be sustained during peak lunch hours, but I very much appreciated her efforts when we dropped by at 2:15pm. Additionally, the bathrooms have remained well-kept each time I've visited. I genuinely wonder how this restaurant makes money off of people like me. I eat enough in one sitting to not require dinner afterwards. If that doesn't attest to Go Shabu's value as a lunch option, I don't know what will.
Whenever you are feeling down on a cold day, you should definitely gather the homies and head to Go Shabu Spicy hot pot to warm up. The selection of broths, meats, seafood, veggies, sauces, etc. are far and beyond the best you could get for $19 (plus tax). The flavors of the broth were brought out perfectly through the meat and the veggies. I would recommend trying a bit of each meat on the menu. And it's all-you-can-eat, so just order your favorites after that! My personal strategy, is to have a few bowls of each meat, then take an intermission with some ice cream, and then move back to a few bowls of my favorite meats to finish the meal. The strawberry ice cream is so creamy and rich, it's to die for. I CREAMED FOR THIS ICE! I'm also a big fan of the octopus and squid as well as the shellfish, even though they're a bit hard to peel after being boiled. Friendliness is a staple at this institution. My server was attentive throughout my hour and a half meal. Consistently checking up and seeing if we needed more meats or more drinks. She was very bubbly and kind. It really added to the unique ambience of the restaurant, which was bright colored and traditional. Overall, I give Go Shabu Spicy 17/17.5 Freys (that's my new rating system for Yelp now btw). It's perfect for a chilly winter day in the Webster area! FREY OUT!
I took my youngest son with me to this restaurant. We both thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The options are numerous. The self service food bar offers a wide variety of vegetables, seafood, spices and sauces. The service is friendly and efficient. We will definitely come again.
Food has always been amazing. Service is impeccable and never once had a terrible experience. We keep coming back! Really nice to have AYCE hotpot on this side of town. Come show your support if you're in the Bay Area!
The two soup bases I've tried were yummy. The others look good, too. At Go Shabu you get to choose what goes in your soup. The were fresh frozen and cooked quickly. The veggies and starches are fresh and plentiful. Cooking your own soup is fun. The service staff help orient you so that you feel confident. The soup cooks QUICKLY! The restaurant is clean and conducive to family sized parties. It's a great place where your food is the entertainment. :)
Food was on point. Service was good. Ambiance was stellar. They have a badass selection of fresh meats, seafood and produce. My sister & I picked the Japanese curry bone broth. It had a slight kickancoconut after taste. Delicious. Service was very nice. Our server was very kind, professional and patient. My sister asked a lot io questions. Lol he answered all of them flawlessly, so extra points for being knowledgeable about menu and recommendations. I love how clean it was in there! They always had someone checking, refreshing and cleaning everywhere. Clean restrooms and parking lot. My sister said strawberry ice cream was good, but green tea was lacking? Idk. I couldn't taste, burned my mouth on my second boil. Smelt good though! Lol
An amazing Ayce hot pot place!! First time visiting and loved the experience in every way! Service was amazing; our waiter explained eveyerthing in detail and was very patient. We came for dinner and opted for the ayce option! They had so many different vegetables to choose from, as well as sauces and proteins! The meat tastes so fresh, as did the vegetables! Workers consistently came to our table to clear out any empty dishes. Really loved the ice cream for dessert- tried every flavor and my favorites were oreo and green tea! The restaurant itself is very intimate and relaxing. It's great for groups of all sizes, as well as dates. Parking is really easy with a lot right outside. 11/10 recommend, especially on a cold day
Buffet style, all you can eat - variety of broths for each customer, and waitress will bring your choice of proteins 'till your stuffed. Well stocked buffet, ingredients are absolutely fresh, with a wide variety for any palate. Loads of noodles, veggies, and seafood. They even have a box of gloves so you can prep your food (if needed) without getting it all over your hands. Very friendly service, waitress explained how everything worked, and was on the spot with drink and protein refills. Menu also had all the info you needed, including suggested cooking times for the various items. Good spot for a leisurely meal with friends, family!