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Koreatown - Shabuya restaurant
7.1

Shabuya

  • Koreatown
  • $$$
  • Seafood
  • Upscale
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Culinary rollercoaster ride

Shabuya serves up an indulgent supply of Shabu Shabu, Wagyu Chuck Tender, and Pork Belly, that are as diverse as they are flavorful. The restaurant provides a large dose of freshness, wallet-friendly prices and an alluring variety of dishes. Though some might argue the creativity to be average, the taste and portions still manage to strike a pleasant, satisfying chord.

  • Great Variety

    Many customers appreciate the diverse and extensive selection offered.

  • Okay Taste

    Some reviews describe food as okay or decent, suggesting average satisfaction.

  • Not Creative

    Food was average, nothing unique or special about it.

Top 3 dishes at Shabuya

  1. 1

    Shabu Shabu 🏆

    Offers delicious variety and ayce option, perfect for all preferences.

    Shabu Shabu dish
  2. 2

    Wagyu Chuck Tender

    Juicy, tender, delicious; melts in your mouth and leaves guests wanting more.

    Wagyu Chuck Tender dish
  3. 3

    Pork Belly

    Juicy, flavorful addition to various meats in customer's meals.

    Pork Belly dish

Vibe: Exquisite ambience, misguided music

The kitschy decor and courteous staff of Shabuya create an appealing backdrop for your culinary adventure. With an expansive drinks menu, and picture perfect environment, it sure is a buzz creator. However, the music is unnecessarily discordant and the views, ironically, lackluster, making it a dubious choice for a date.

  • Great Buzz

    Beautiful garden entrance is perfect for photogenic, Instagram-worthy moments.

  • Bad To Entertain

    Music too loud at times, overshadowing the dining conversation experience.

Perks: Convenience overshadowed by noise

Shabuya offers numerous perks. Valet parking, easy reservations, an accommodating and inclusive menu, along with spacious outdoor seating, make it convenient for just about anyone foolhardy enough to venture inside. However, the noisy setting coupled with a less than stellar staff and an unwelcoming attitude towards service animals, leaves a bit of a sour aftertaste.

  • Great For Groups

    Efficiently caters to large parties with spacious seating and good service.

  • Hard To Hear

    Overly loud music, disruptive noise levels, not suitable for conversations.