Hibachi Catering Phoenix Metro | Private Hibachi Chef

Arizona Service Areas

Where we cook in the Valley.

Scottsdale, Phoenix, and the East and West Valley — every corner of the Valley of the Sun.

Main areas we're booking. Somewhere else in Arizona? We'll confirm when you book. Travel is quoted by ZIP.

Scottsdale & Paradise Valley

480

Old Town Scottsdale · North Scottsdale · DC Ranch · Troon · McCormick Ranch · Paradise Valley · Fountain Hills · Cave Creek · Carefree

Pool homes and vacation rentals with Camelback and McDowell views. Bachelorette weekends in Old Town, golf-trip dinners up north, and desert-sunset parties in Cave Creek and Carefree.

ZIPs include 85251 · 85255 · 85258 · 85260 · 85262 · 85253 · 85268

Phoenix

602

Arcadia · Biltmore · North Central · Desert Ridge · Moon Valley · Ahwatukee · Downtown Phoenix

Arcadia citrus-tree backyards, Biltmore patios and Ahwatukee family homes. In the 602, a backyard pool party that ends at the grill is just a Saturday.

ZIPs include 85018 · 85016 · 85020 · 85050 · 85054 · 85044 · 85048

East Valley

480

Tempe · Mesa · Chandler · Gilbert · Queen Creek · San Tan Valley

Gilbert and Chandler family backyards, Mesa snowbird gatherings and Tempe game days. Lots of HOA communities out here — send the gate code with your booking.

ZIPs include 85281 · 85284 · 85203 · 85215 · 85226 · 85248 · 85234 · 85298 · 85142

West Valley

623

Glendale · Peoria · Surprise · Goodyear · Buckeye · Litchfield Park · Sun City

Spring training in Peoria, Surprise and Goodyear, game days in Glendale, and big family parties in the newer neighborhoods out toward Buckeye.

ZIPs include 85308 · 85383 · 85374 · 85395 · 85340 · 85396 · 85351

Also booking across Arizona

Tucson & Southern Arizona Sedona, Flagstaff & Prescott Lake Havasu, Bullhead City & Yuma

Save On Your Night

Two ways to save
across the Phoenix Metro.

Book mid-week or stack a birthday — and stretch every dollar further.

The Phoenix Metro Menu

Two packages.
One unforgettable night.

Pick the package that fits your group, then your chef brings everything live to the grill.

Package 1

Classic

$50 /adult

$25 per child (12 & under)

Each guest picks 2 proteins from the full lineup. Best for parties where everyone has different taste.

★ Most Booked Package 2

Group Style

$60 /adult

$30 per child (12 & under)

Everyone gets Chicken + Steak + Shrimp. No ordering — perfect for 15+ guests.

Every package includes

Fresh hand-cut salad with ginger dressing
Hibachi vegetables (zucchini, onion, carrot, broccoli)
Garlic butter fried rice
~1.5 hours of live chef performance
Grill, propane, ingredients & tools

Real Koto Hibachi Nights

Twenty seconds of proof.

Backyard tents, full tables, real flames — every photo below is a real Koto Hibachi event in someone's backyard, patio, or driveway.

Koto-branded hibachi grill at a backyard night party

Hibachi chef pouring sake liquor over flames

Backyard hibachi party with full red-themed table

Two Koto chefs working the grill at a backyard event

Koto Hibachi customers cheering with chef under a tent

Customers laughing around a Koto Hibachi backyard table

Large backyard hibachi party with many guests

Guests relaxed and dining at a hibachi party

Outdoor red-themed hibachi party at dusk

Hibachi birthday table setup with red lanterns

Koto Hibachi group photo at a backyard party

Chef cooking with onlookers watching the show

Hibachi steak with fried rice and vegetables plated

Book Your Phoenix Metro Night No deposit. Weekend spots fill 2–4 weeks ahead — lock yours in before they're gone.

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Arizona-Style Parties

How the Valley throws a hibachi night.

Pool homes, desert patios, lake weekends and red-rock rentals — a hibachi night fits right in.

Pool-party Saturdays

Phoenix · Scottsdale · Chandler · Gilbert

Backyard pools are standard issue in the Valley. Swim until sunset, then everyone gathers around the grill.

Scottsdale bachelorette weekends

Old Town · North Scottsdale · Paradise Valley

Dinner and a show at the rental before a night in Old Town. The chef handles the grill — you handle the matching cowboy hats.

Spring training weekends

Scottsdale · Mesa · Peoria · Surprise · Goodyear

All 15 Cactus League teams train at ten ballparks around the Valley every February and March. Day game, pool, hibachi.

Golf-trip dinners

Scottsdale · Fountain Hills · Cave Creek · Tucson

After 36 holes in the desert, nobody wants to drive to dinner. Filet mignon and lobster tail upgrades by the pool.

Phoenix Open week

Scottsdale · North Phoenix

The Greatest Show on Grass is back at TPC Scottsdale Feb 8–14, 2027. Bring the crew back to the house after a day at the 16th hole.

Snowbird season

Mesa · Sun City · Surprise · Green Valley · Yuma

October through April, the winter visitors are back. Get the whole family together on the patio while the weather's perfect.

Quinces & Sweet 16s

Phoenix · Glendale · Tucson · Yuma

A backyard quinceañera or Sweet 16 with fire, flips and a show for the damas and chambelanes. Pick a grill spot away from the dance floor and décor.

Game days

Tempe · Tucson · Glendale

Sun Devils or Wildcats, Territorial Cup weekend, or a Fiesta Bowl crowd in town — a hibachi show beats another tray of wings.

Lake & river weekends

Lake Havasu · Bullhead City · Lake Pleasant · Saguaro Lake

Back from the lake, sunburned and starving. The chef sets up on the driveway while the boat dries off.

Red-rock & cabin getaways

Sedona · Flagstaff · Prescott · Payson

Red-rock rentals and pine-country cabins. Cooler nights up north make summer the season — just check fire restrictions first.

Desert-sunset dinners

North Scottsdale · Cave Creek · Tucson Foothills

Mountain views, fire on the grill and the sky going orange. Book the start time around sunset.

Holidays on the patio

Valley-wide

Thanksgiving on the patio, Christmas lights on the palm trees, New Year's Eve under the stars — winter is Arizona's outdoor season.

Before Your Event

What to prepare
(and what we bring).

A quick checklist so your Phoenix Metro night goes off without a hitch.

We provide

A trained catering chef
Grill, propane & cooking tools
All food & ingredients

You provide

Tables & chairs for your guests
An outdoor cooking spot for the chef
Plates, utensils & salad bowls
Drinks for your party

Cancellation

48 hours notice is required for all cancellations and rescheduled parties — otherwise a $200 fee applies.

Weather

If it rains, please provide a covering (tent or patio) so the chef can cook and stay dry. Weather-related cancellations are the customer's responsibility within 48 hours of the party.

Travel Fee

Based on your Arizona ZIP code — we confirm the exact travel fee with you before your event.

Payment

Have cash ready on event day. If paying by credit card, you'll be charged a few days before the event.

Food order and headcount can be confirmed the week of your event via text.

You'll receive our phone number in your email confirmation.

Heads-up — please secure any pets (especially dogs) before the chef arrives.

The Arizona Calendar

When to book in the Valley.

Arizona runs on its own seasons. Here's how they shape a hibachi night.

Oct–Apr Patio season

The Valley's best weather. Winter visitors, holidays and weekend parties — Saturdays go first, so book early.

Jan–Mar Event season

Barrett-Jackson in January, the Tucson gem shows and the WM Phoenix Open (Feb 8–14, 2027) in February, then Cactus League spring training through March.

Mar–Apr Spring break

Old Town Scottsdale, Lake Havasu and pool-home rentals fill up. Lock in your date early.

May–Sep Summer heat

It's a dry heat — until it's 110°. Book a start time after sunset and set out water and shade for your guests.

Jun 15–Sep 30 Monsoon season

Evening storms and dust storms can roll in fast. Keep a covered backup spot; reschedule free with 48+ hours notice.

Summer up north Pine-country season

Flagstaff, Prescott and Payson stay cooler, so summer is cabin season. Check forest fire restrictions before you book.

Hosting in Arizona

The Arizona checklist.

Pool decks, gated communities, summer heat, monsoon storms — a Valley hibachi night has a few local details worth planning for.

Patio, pool deck or driveway

The chef needs about 8×8 ft of level, hard ground — pavers, concrete or the driveway. Keep clear of artificial turf (it can melt), umbrellas and pool floats.

Condos, townhomes & apartments

Most Arizona cities follow the International Fire Code, which limits open-flame grills on balconies and near multifamily buildings. Plan a ground-level spot your building approves.

Gated communities & HOAs

Gates are everywhere from North Scottsdale to Gilbert. Add the chef to your guest list or send the gate code with your booking.

Vacation rentals

Check the rental's rules for outdoor propane grills and events before you book — many Scottsdale rentals have noise and event rules.

Summer heat

Evenings in the Valley can stay in the 90s. Start after sunset, set out plenty of water, and give guests shade or patio misters.

Monsoon & dust storms

From June 15 to September 30, storms can roll in fast. A covered backup spot or an open garage keeps the chef cooking; reschedule free with 48+ hours notice.

Fire restrictions up north

Cabins near the national forests around Flagstaff, Prescott and Payson can fall under seasonal fire restrictions. Check current rules before you book.

No daylight saving time

Arizona stays on Mountain Standard Time all year (the Navajo Nation is the exception). Double-check your start time — especially if guests are flying in.

Arizona FAQ

Arizona questions.

Yes — Arizona bookings are open. Pick a date in the booking calendar on this page, or call or text (917) 756-8829.

The whole Valley — Scottsdale & Paradise Valley, Phoenix, the East Valley (Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek) and the West Valley (Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Goodyear, Buckeye) — plus Tucson & Oro Valley, Sedona, Flagstaff & Prescott, and Lake Havasu City, Bullhead City & Yuma. Somewhere else in Arizona? Enter your address when you book and we'll confirm.

Yes, as long as the property allows an outdoor propane grill. The chef sets up on a patio, pool deck or driveway with about 8×8 ft of level, hard ground. Check your rental's rules before you book.

No — grill heat can melt artificial turf. Pavers, concrete or the driveway work best.

No. Most Arizona cities follow the International Fire Code, which limits open-flame grills on balconies and near multifamily buildings. A ground-level spot your building approves works instead.

Summer evenings in the Valley can stay in the 90s. Book a start time after sunset and set out water and shade for guests — the chef handles the rest. Up north in Flagstaff and Prescott, summer nights are cooler.

Monsoon season runs June 15 to September 30. If a storm or dust storm is in the forecast, a covered backup spot or an open garage lets the chef keep cooking. Rescheduling is free with 48+ hours notice; inside 48 hours the standard $200 late-change fee applies.

Travel is based on your ZIP code. We confirm the exact amount with you before your event — no deposit, and you pay after the show.

Arizona time. The state stays on Mountain Standard Time all year (except the Navajo Nation), so double-check your start time when you book — especially if guests are flying in.

Yes. Pricing stays the same — $50 per adult, $25 per child, $500 minimum. For big groups, text (917) 756-8829 with your headcount and we'll plan the setup and timing with you.

Not yet — the sushi tray add-on is offered for Philadelphia-area events only. Arizona events include the full hibachi menu, appetizers and upgrades.

★ Book Your Phoenix Metro Night

Lock in your date.

No deposit. Phoenix Metro weekend spots are filling up fast — pick your time below. Arizona travel is based on your ZIP code — we confirm the exact fee with you before your event.

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