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Private Hibachi Catering in Essex County, NJ
Bring a Private Hibachi Chef Directly to Your Home
Turn your next celebration into a private hibachi experience without leaving home.
Umami Hibachi brings the chef, hibachi grill, fresh ingredients, cooking equipment, and interactive entertainment directly to homes and private events throughout Essex County, New Jersey.
From backyard birthdays in Montclair and family gatherings in Glen Ridge to celebrations in Short Hills, Livingston, Cedar Grove, West Orange, and Maplewood, your guests can enjoy fresh hibachi food and a live cooking show right at your party.
Starting at $50 per Adult
Two Proteins • Fried Rice • Vegetables • Salad • Live Hibachi Experience
🎂 Birthday Parties
🎓 Graduation Parties
🏡 Backyard Gatherings
👨👩👧👦 Family Celebrations
💍 Engagement & Anniversary Parties
🎉 Sweet 16 & Milestone Birthdays
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🔥 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Only $45 Per Person
Available for parties starting 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Minimum Order $500
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⚠️ Please mention "Early Bird" in your booking request to receive this special pricing.
Hibachi at Home in Essex County
Instead of taking a large group to a crowded restaurant, bring the hibachi experience directly to your own backyard, patio, driveway, poolside area, or private event space.
Our chef cooks directly in front of your guests while adding the fun and interaction that makes a hibachi party more than just dinner.
It works especially well for birthdays, graduations, family gatherings, neighborhood parties, anniversaries, and other celebrations where everyone wants to stay together and enjoy the experience.
Whether you are hosting ten guests or planning a much larger celebration, we help make private hibachi simple: you prepare the seating area, and we bring the hibachi experience to you.
Real Hibachi Parties We’ve Served in Essex County
Umami Hibachi doesn’t just list Essex County as a service area — our chefs have already traveled to local homes and events throughout the county.
Cedar Grove, NJ
We’ve served a large private hibachi celebration in Cedar Grove with adults and children gathering together for a full at-home hibachi experience.
Short Hills, NJ
Our team has also provided private hibachi catering for a family event in Short Hills, bringing the cooking experience directly to the customer’s home.
Glen Ridge, NJ
Glen Ridge is another Essex County community where customers have chosen Umami Hibachi for private at-home celebrations.
As we continue serving Essex County, we’ll be adding more real party stories, photos, and local event ideas from communities throughout the area.
Popular Essex County Hibachi Service Areas
Montclair, NJ
Private Hibachi Catering in Montclair
Planning a birthday, graduation, family dinner, or backyard celebration in Montclair? We bring the complete private hibachi experience directly to your home, patio, backyard, or private event space.
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Cedar Grove, NJ
Private Hibachi Chef in Cedar Grove
From birthdays to family celebrations, Umami Hibachi brings a fun and convenient private dining experience directly to homes throughout Cedar Grove.
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Livingston, NJ
Hibachi at Home in Livingston
Perfect for birthdays, graduation parties, backyard gatherings, family celebrations, and special occasions at homes throughout Livingston.
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Glen Ridge, NJ
Backyard Hibachi in Glen Ridge
Celebrate at home with fresh hibachi food, a private chef, and interactive cooking entertainment brought directly to your Glen Ridge backyard or private residence.
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Short Hills, NJ
Hibachi Catering in Short Hills
Host an unforgettable private dinner at home with a professional hibachi chef cooking fresh steak, chicken, shrimp, fried rice, vegetables, and more directly in front of your guests.
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West Orange, NJ
Private Hibachi Catering in West Orange
Bring the excitement of hibachi directly to your West Orange home, backyard, patio, or private celebration.
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Maplewood, NJ
Backyard Hibachi Parties in Maplewood
Enjoy restaurant-style hibachi food and live chef entertainment without leaving your Maplewood home.
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Serving Communities Throughout Essex County
Umami Hibachi provides private hibachi catering throughout Essex County, including:
Montclair • Glen Ridge • Cedar Grove • Short Hills • Millburn • Livingston • West Orange • Maplewood • South Orange • Bloomfield • Verona • Caldwell • West Caldwell • North Caldwell • Nutley • Roseland • Essex Fells • Fairfield • Belleville • Orange • East Orange • Newark
Don’t see your town listed? Contact us with your event address and we’ll confirm availability and any applicable travel fee.
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Why Essex County Families Choose Private Hibachi
A private hibachi party combines dinner and entertainment in one experience.
Your guests don’t need to drive to a restaurant, wait for multiple tables, or separate a larger group. Everyone can stay together while watching the chef prepare the meal directly in front of them.
Perfect for:
Backyard Birthday Parties
Turn your backyard into a private hibachi dining experience.
Graduation Parties
A great way to celebrate high school, college, and family milestones.
Anniversaries & Milestone Birthdays
Celebrate 30th, 40th, 50th, 60th, 70th birthdays and other special occasions at home.
Sweet 16 & Teen Birthdays
Interactive cooking and entertainment make hibachi especially fun for group celebrations.
Family Gatherings
Bring different generations together around one interactive meal.
Neighborhood & Friends Gatherings
Perfect for relaxed backyard evenings without needing a traditional catered buffet.
How Your Essex County Hibachi Party Works
1. Choose Your Date & Location
Send us your preferred date, time, guest count, and Essex County event address.
2. Confirm Your Reservation
We confirm chef availability and any applicable travel fee for your location.
3. Send Your Menu
Each guest chooses their proteins. Send us the final food order before the event so your chef can prepare everything.
5. We Bring the Hibachi
Hosts normally provide tables, chairs, plates, forks, drinks, and the guest seating area.
4. Prepare Your Party Area
Your chef arrives before the scheduled start time with the grill, ingredients, sauces, and cooking equipment.
6. Enjoy the Show
Sit back with your guests and enjoy approximately 1–1½ hours of hibachi cooking, food, and entertainment.
What’s Included With Your Private Hibachi Experience?
✓ Professional Private Hibachi Chef
✓ Portable Hibachi Grill
✓ Two Protein Choices Per Adult
✓ Fried Rice
✓ Fresh Vegetables
✓ Salad
✓ Signature Sauces
✓ Cooking Equipment
✓ Interactive Hibachi Entertainment
✓ Cooking-Area Cleanup
Popular Protein Choices
Chicken • Steak • Shrimp • Salmon • Tofu
Premium options may include:
Filet Mignon • Scallops • Lobster
A Hibachi Party for Your Next Celebration
Family GatheringsSpend time catching up while your chef handles the cooking. Everyone can enjoy dinner together without the host spending the evening in the kitchen.
Birthday PartiesFrom a 22nd birthday to a milestone celebration, bring guests together around a freshly cooked meal and an interactive chef experience.
Backyard Dinners with FriendsYou don’t need a big occasion to plan something fun. Turn a weekend get-together into a private hibachi dinner in your own backyard.
Essex County Hibachi Catering FAQ
How much does private hibachi catering cost in Essex County, NJ?
Our standard adult hibachi package starts at $50 per adult, with two protein selections, fried rice, vegetables, salad, and the hibachi cooking experience. Children’s pricing and premium protein upgrades are also available. A $500 minimum applies, and travel fees may vary depending on the event address.
Do you provide hibachi catering in Montclair, NJ?
Yes. Umami Hibachi provides private hibachi catering in Montclair and throughout surrounding Essex County communities, including Glen Ridge, Cedar Grove, Livingston, West Orange, Maplewood, and Short Hills.
Do you provide hibachi catering in Glen Ridge?
Yes. We provide at-home hibachi service for private parties and celebrations in Glen Ridge and nearby Essex County communities.
Do you travel to Short Hills and Livingston?
Yes. We serve Short Hills, Millburn, Livingston, and other communities throughout Essex County.
What do I need to provide for a backyard hibachi party?
Hosts normally provide tables, chairs, plates, forks, drinks, and the guest seating area. Our chef brings the hibachi grill, food, sauces, cooking equipment, and cooking supplies.
Can you cook in a driveway, patio, or backyard?
Yes. Backyards, patios, driveways, and other suitable outdoor areas are commonly used for our mobile hibachi setup.
What happens if it rains?
A suitable covered outdoor area, open garage, or another safe and properly ventilated backup space may work depending on the location and setup.
Can you accommodate allergies or vegetarian guests?
We can accommodate many vegetarian and dietary requests. Please tell us about allergies before the event so the chef can prepare appropriately. Because cooking may occur in a shared environment, complete allergen separation cannot always be guaranteed.
How long does a hibachi party last?
The main cooking and entertainment experience is normally approximately 1 to 1½ hours, depending on the number of guests and event setup.
How do I book an Essex County hibachi party?
Send us your date, preferred start time, number of guests, and complete event address. We’ll confirm availability and provide the travel fee before you reserve.
Have another question about your Essex County hibachi party? Call or text Umami Hibachi at (929) 377-4645 for availability, travel fees, and booking details.
Real Essex County Parties + Local Guides
Glen Ridge Backyard Hibachi Party →Coming Soon
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Short Hills Hibachi at Home →Coming Soon
Montclair Birthday Party Ideas →Coming Soon
Ready to Book Your Essex County Hibachi Party?
Bring your next birthday, graduation, family gathering, anniversary, or backyard celebration to life with a private hibachi chef.
Umami Hibachi serves Montclair, Glen Ridge, Cedar Grove, Short Hills, Livingston, West Orange, Maplewood, and communities throughout Essex County, NJ.
Enjoy fresh food, live cooking, and interactive hibachi entertainment — all without leaving your party location.
Call/Text: (929) 377-4645
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