A private hibachi chef for your Oneida backyard

A hibachi chef who comes to Oneida

It's simple in Oneida. Send the date, the address and a headcount. Everybody picks two proteins, three if they skipped lunch, and the chef cooks the whole thing outside. Oneida, Wataga, Altona, Henderson: all on the list.

Mail for Oneida runs through 61467.

Hibachi prices for Oneida hosts

Real numbers for Oneida: 18 adults comes to $990 in food. Kids under 12 who show up are $30 each.

Space and setup

Farm properties and lake places near Oneida work well. Put the grill on the drive or a level spot by the shed, not inside it.

Questions from Oneida hosts

Is a city backyard big enough?

If a grill and a picnic table fit, it's big enough. Level ground or concrete about ten by ten is the whole requirement.

How long does the whole thing take?

Figure an hour and a half on the grill. Setup happens before you eat, and the chef wipes down the cooking spot before leaving.

Can you do a graduation party in Oneida?

Yes. Graduation weekends fill up early, so book as soon as you have the date.

What's the going rate in Oneida?

Two proteins: $55 a grown-up, $30 a kid under 12. Three proteins: $65 and $40. Food has to hit $500.

Is there a travel fee to Oneida?

$50 for the first 50 miles, then $1 a mile. The booking page shows the exact number for your Oneida address.

What can people order?

Pick from chicken, steak, shrimp, scallops, salmon or vegetable tofu. Want filet? Add $5. Lobster tail? Add $10.

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