Most people booking Asian food catering in DFW for the first time don't know what they don't know. They search “catering near me,” pick the cheapest option, and find out on event day that the sushi was made the night before, the rice is room-temperature, and the food doesn't taste like it came from a real restaurant.
At Jinbeh, we've been catering Japanese food across the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 1988 from our Frisco and Lewisville locations. This is a real-world guide for anyone planning an office lunch, wedding, birthday party, corporate dinner, or holiday event — what to order, what it costs, what to ask, and what most people get wrong.
“Drop-off catering done right means the food arrives hot, the sushi was cut today, the trays look great, and your guests don't spend the next morning wondering why their stomach is upset. That bar is lower than most caterers clear.”
— The Jinbeh FamilyHow Jinbeh catering works
All Jinbeh catering is drop-off. We cook hibachi proteins, fried rice, and vegetables at the restaurant. We cut sushi rolls and plate sashimi the day of delivery. Everything ships on presentation trays in insulated containers, ready to serve at your venue.
We do not currently send chefs to off-site events for live cooking or rolling. For the tableside hibachi experience — the chef, the onion volcano, the knife tricks, the fire show — you visit our restaurants in Frisco or Lewisville. Our private dining setup also handles birthday parties, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, and corporate dinners in-house.
What Jinbeh catering trays include
Hibachi protein trays
- Your choice of proteins — chicken, steak, shrimp, scallops, salmon, or combinations
- Hibachi fried rice or steamed rice
- Hibachi-style vegetables (zucchini, onion, mushrooms, bean sprouts)
- Yum yum and ginger sauces on the side
- Tamari for gluten-free guests on request
- Chopsticks, napkins, serving utensils
Sushi platters
- Classic rolls (California, Spicy Tuna, Dragon, Rainbow, Shrimp Tempura)
- Signature rolls (Sunrise, Lobster Volcano, Spider, Caterpillar, Ahi Tower)
- Vegetarian options (avocado-cucumber, asparagus, vegetable nigiri)
- Sashimi samplers (salmon, tuna, yellowtail, sometimes scallop and octopus)
- Soy sauce, tamari, pickled ginger, wasabi, chopsticks
Appetizers & sides
- Edamame, gyoza, tempura (shrimp and vegetable), miso soup, ginger salad
- Add-on appetizer trays sized to your headcount
Insider Tip
Most-ordered Jinbeh catering setups across DFW
Office lunches
Hibachi protein trays (chicken, steak, shrimp), steamed or fried rice, vegetables, plus a sushi sampler tray for variety. Most-requested by Legacy West, The Star, Frisco Square, and I-35E corridor offices.
Birthday parties & family gatherings
A sushi platter centerpiece with Dragon Roll, Rainbow Roll, California Roll, and 1-2 signatures, plus a hibachi protein tray for the entrée and appetizers (edamame, gyoza, tempura) on the side. Pairs well at private homes across Frisco, Lewisville, Flower Mound, and Highland Village.
Wedding buffets & rehearsal dinners
Drop-off Japanese spread for a wedding buffet works as one of several catering stations: a sushi platter at the appetizer course, hibachi protein trays at the entrée. For weddings hosted at private estates or venues without on-site kitchens, the drop-off format avoids logistics headaches.
Corporate events & holiday parties
Larger orders for offices, holiday parties, milestone team celebrations. We handle 50-200 person orders with appropriate lead time. For client-impressing dinners with the tableside hibachi show, we recommend hosting at our restaurant rather than catering off-site.
Lead time and budget reality
| Event Type | Lead Time | Typical Per-Person Range |
|---|---|---|
| Office drop-off lunch | 1 week | $20-$30 |
| Birthday party (drop-off) | 1-2 weeks | $25-$40 |
| Corporate dinner (drop-off) | 2-3 weeks | $30-$50 |
| Wedding buffet (drop-off) | 4-8 weeks | $35-$60 |
| Premium spread (filet, lobster, sashimi) | 2-4 weeks | $45-$75 |
Ranges are guidance, not quotes — final pricing depends on protein selection, sushi mix, delivery distance. Call us for an exact number.
Questions most people forget to ask
- When was the fish bought, and when were the rolls cut? For sushi, the right answer is “today” or “within 48 hours” for the fish; same-day for the rolls. Anything older has lost texture
- Will the food be reheated on site? Hibachi proteins don't reheat well. Ask how the caterer keeps food at temperature without ruining texture
- What's your dietary restriction protocol? Vague answers are a red flag. Real Japanese caterers have a clear gluten-free, vegan, and allergen process
- What's the minimum for delivery? Don't assume; minimums vary by distance and time of day
- What ships with the trays? Pickled ginger, wasabi, soy sauce, tamari, chopsticks, serving utensils — should all come standard
Service areas across DFW
Jinbeh catering serves the full DFW area from two locations:
- From Frisco (2693 Preston Rd): Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, The Colony, Little Elm, Aubrey, Frisco Square, Stonebriar, Legacy West, The Star, PGA HQ area
- From Lewisville (2440 S Stemmons Fwy): Flower Mound, Highland Village, The Colony, Carrollton, Coppell, Grapevine, Denton, Lake Dallas, Las Colinas, Irving (with notice)
For events beyond these zones, call us. We've catered Las Colinas corporate events and McKinney weddings the same week.
Frequently asked questions
Does Jinbeh do Asian food catering in DFW?
Jinbeh caters Japanese food across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex from our Frisco and Lewisville locations. Our catering is drop-off: we cook and plate at our restaurants and deliver to your office, home, or venue on presentation trays ready to serve. Sushi platters, hibachi protein trays, sashimi spreads, appetizer trays, and full Japanese-cuisine spreads. We do not currently send a chef on-site for off-site events.
How much does Jinbeh catering cost per person in DFW?
Jinbeh drop-off catering typically runs $20-$40 per person depending on what you order. Sushi-forward platters land at the lower end; hibachi protein trays with steak, shrimp, scallops, and combinations sit in the middle; premium spreads with filet mignon, lobster tail, and sashimi land at the higher end. Call (214) 619-1200 (Frisco) or (214) 488-2224 (Lewisville) for a quote on your event.
How much advance notice does Jinbeh need for catering orders?
Standard catering orders need at least one week of lead time. Larger orders (50+ guests), premium spreads, and wedding catering need 2-4 weeks. We can sometimes accommodate rush orders for repeat clients or smaller drop-off trays with less notice, but planning ahead means better quality, more options, and a smoother day-of.
What's the format for Jinbeh's Asian food catering?
All Jinbeh catering is drop-off. We cook hibachi proteins, fried rice, and vegetables at the restaurant; we cut sushi rolls and plate sashimi the day of delivery. Everything ships on presentation trays in insulated containers, ready to serve. We do not currently send chefs to off-site events for live cooking or rolling — for the tableside hibachi experience, you visit our Frisco or Lewisville dining room.
Can Jinbeh accommodate dietary restrictions for catering?
Yes. Jinbeh catering accommodates vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, peanut, tree nut, shellfish, and soy restrictions. We've catered events with multiple dietary boxes checked at the same table. Tell us the headcount per restriction when you book and we'll build the menu around it. For gluten-free or celiac guests, we use tamari instead of soy sauce and keep separate prep surfaces.
What areas of DFW does Jinbeh cater?
From Frisco we cover the northern DFW corridor — Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, The Colony, Little Elm, Stonebriar, Legacy West, The Star, and the offices around them. From Lewisville we cover Flower Mound, Highland Village, The Colony, Carrollton, Coppell, Grapevine, Denton, and the I-35E corridor. For events outside our usual radius, call us — we've delivered to weddings in McKinney and corporate events in Las Colinas.
What's the most-ordered Jinbeh catering setup?
Most DFW orders combine one hibachi protein tray (steak, chicken, shrimp, or combo) plus a sushi platter (5-roll classics with a small sashimi sampler) plus edamame and gyoza appetizers. The combination feeds a wide range of guest preferences and runs roughly $25-$35 per person depending on protein and sushi mix.
Does Jinbeh deliver, or do I pick up?
Both. We deliver across DFW for orders that meet our minimum (varies by distance and order size). For smaller orders close to either restaurant, pickup is the faster and lower-cost option. Delivery costs are quoted transparently up front based on distance from the kitchen.
Start your catering quote
Tell us the date, headcount, and event type. We'll send a custom menu and price the same day.