Mr. Shabu

Mr. Shabu is an Asian restaurant at 159 S Rio Grande St in Salt Lake City, Utah, offering diners a choice of sushi and hot pot. Customer reviews describe flavorful food, a selection of broths, and sushi rolls, making it a place to consider when your group wants a shared meal or when you are in the mood for Japanese-inspired favorites. The restaurant has a 4.5-star rating from 1,494 reviews, providing a helpful snapshot of many customer experiences while still leaving room for visits to vary.

Hot pot is a particular draw for some guests. Reviewers praise the broth selection and describe staff helping with the meal and keeping drinks filled. Hot pot can make dining feel interactive and unhurried, so it may suit friends or families who enjoy choosing a broth and sharing food at the table. One customer who was not usually a hot pot fan said Mr. Shabu changed their mind, crediting the soup and broth options. That experience suggests the range of broths is worth exploring, though individual preferences will differ.

Sushi is another reason customers visit. Reviews mention enjoying sushi alongside hot pot, and one returning guest recommended trying the shrimp tempura roll. Some customers describe the restaurant as having appealing all-you-can-eat sushi, but a review notes that this option was available at dinner and not during that guest’s lunch visit, when rolls were ordered individually. Because menus and service arrangements can change, check directly with Mr. Shabu before visiting if all-you-can-eat sushi, a particular roll, or lunch ordering details matter to your plans.

The atmosphere and service feedback are mixed. Several reviewers describe helpful, accommodating staff, including guests who arrived close to closing and still felt welcomed. Other reviews report slow food delivery at lunch or service that felt dismissive, while one customer described receiving a discount after a delay. These differing accounts offer a realistic picture: service may depend on the visit, and allowing extra time can be sensible, especially when ordering rolls. The restaurant may work well for diners who value a variety of food choices and are comfortable with a leisurely shared meal.

The listed hours are Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Since customer comments refer to dinner service and current offerings may differ from the listed schedule, confirm hours and availability with the restaurant before making evening plans. For lunch in downtown Salt Lake City, Mr. Shabu offers sushi and hot pot at its Rio Grande Street address, with customer feedback pointing to flavorful broths, enjoyable rolls, and service that can vary from visit to visit.