Kochi Korean Bbq Shabu Shabu

Each time I return to this restaurant, I notice that prices have gone up. The portion sizes are also getting smaller.

The customer service here is excellent, and the food is tasty. It might be a little on the pricey side, but that's typical for the central coast. I definitely recommend it!

The experience wasn't outstanding, but it wasn't terrible either. We tried the Korean BBQ where you grill the meat yourself. Unfortunately, it wasn’t an all-you-can-eat format, which was a letdown since we’ve had that option at other places. Additionally, there weren’t many pickled or kimchi side dishes compared to other restaurants we've visited, so we felt there wasn't enough food. It's unlikely we'll return, as the whole place could use a refresh—many of the leather seats were worn and taped up. On a positive note, the service was excellent; our server was very friendly and knowledgeable. They could also benefit from offering non-alcoholic beer on their menu.

We arrived at Kochi hoping for Korean flavors and expecting a typical Korean BBQ experience. True enough the kitchen was run by Korean men but the wait staff were not Asian and were poorly trained. The menu was 90% sushi/shashimi, and it took awhile before we found the small blocks of Korean food. After ordering, our waiter brought the tray of meat and vegetables, lit the hot plate full force, and cut the vegetable with scissors scattering them around the hot plate. She then lifted the entire beef steak onto the hot plate without cutting it then disappeared. Thereafter managing the hot plate and cutting the meat became our responsibility. Later, before we cooked the last of the meat, another waiter came by to turn down the hot plate expressing some shock that it was burning. This is not the way to prepare and serve Korean BBQ. You expect the waiter to manage the cooking, cutting and serving during the entire meal.

Love this place absolutely rhe nicest staff and tastiest sushi in central coast .... they do so gorgeous plateing designs sadly we were so hungry we didn't get a shot definitely recommended coming here