Hibachi at home,
in Princeton.

Princeton-area private hibachi catering — Mercer County family gatherings, milestone birthdays, and university-town backyard dinners.

From around the University through West Windsor and Plainsboro — ideal for graduation parties, faculty dinners, and Mercer County family milestone celebrations.

Book Your Princeton Night Call (917) 756-8829

No deposit · Weekend spots are filling up fast

Serving Mercer County

Princeton West Windsor Plainsboro Lawrenceville Hopewell Pennington

Booking ZIPs: 08540 · 08542 · 08550

Part of the Philadelphia Metro service area (PA / NJ / DE).

Save On Your Night

Two ways to save
in Princeton.

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

The Princeton 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 child

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

Package 2 · ★ Most Booked

Group Style

$60 adult · $30 child

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

$500 party minimum · 20% suggested gratuity · Cash or card (5% card processing fee, paid 72 hours before event) · Travel beyond 50 miles: $50 + $2/mile · No deposit — pay after the show.

Real Princeton Nights

Twenty seconds of proof.

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

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

Indoor hibachi dinner with red paper lanterns

Chef cooking vegetables on the hibachi grill

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

Sashimi and nigiri arranged on a slate plate

Hibachi steak with fried rice and vegetables plated

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

Princeton · Verified Google Reviews

Real reviews.
Straight from Google.

Every star, every quote — verified on Google Maps by hosts we've cooked for in Princeton.

★★★★★

4.9

Based on 2,800+ Google reviews

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Sarah M. Local Guide · 24 reviews

★★★★★

Chef was hilarious, the fire show was amazing, and he had the whole party laughing the entire night. Worth every penny.

Birthday · Princeton

Jason T. 12 reviews

★★★★★

Booking was simple and they handled everything — setup, cooking, cleanup. Showed up on time with the grill ready to go.

Family Dinner · Princeton

Emily R. 8 reviews

★★★★★

Kids were mesmerized by the onion volcano and the flying eggs. Everyone left talking about it. Already rebooking for next year.

Kid's Birthday · Princeton

Perfect For

A hibachi night fits
every milestone.

From a Saturday backyard to a once-in-a-lifetime celebration — we've cooked them all in Princeton.

Graduation parties
Birthdays
Sweet sixteens
Quinceañeras
Engagements
Bachelorette nights
Bridal showers
Baby showers
Anniversaries
Family reunions
Holiday gatherings
Block parties
Pool parties
Team retreats
Client dinners
Retirement parties
Housewarmings
Just-because nights

Before Your Event

What to prepare
(and what we bring).

A quick checklist so your Princeton 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

$50 per chef for the first 1–50 miles, plus $2 per mile thereafter.

💳 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.

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Hibachi at home,
in Princeton.