Backyard hibachi in Nachusa, IL

Dinner at your place in Nachusa

Same flat-top, same onion volcano, same fried rice as the restaurant. The difference in Nachusa is that it's your yard and nobody has to drive home. Nachusa and next-door Franklin Grove and Eldena all fall inside the Illinois map.

61057 is the Nachusa ZIP, and it's on the map.

Hibachi prices for Nachusa hosts

22 adults plus 3 kids at the house in Nachusa is $1,300 on the two-protein dinner, roughly $52 a person, before travel.

Space and setup

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

Hosts in Nachusa ask

What if it storms in Nachusa?

An open garage or a tent with open sides keeps things going. Lightning means we wait, or we pick a new date with you.

Is there a travel fee to Nachusa?

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

When does the outdoor season run?

Usually April through October. Later than that, plan on a tent and dress warm.

How do I pay?

Zelle for the $50 deposit, due 72 hours before the party, and it comes off the bill. Cash or Zelle for the rest on the day. No cards.

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 block party in Nachusa?

Yes, if the block is cleared for it. Large parties get a second chef and grill so everybody eats around the same time.

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