Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Santa Monica

Name: Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Santa Monica
Address: 231 Arizona Ave, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90401-1203
Telephone: (424) 744-8220
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

142 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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Spending time with Friends and Family is what Gyu-Kaku is all about. Gyu-Kaku offers the fun of "Shared Plates" through Japanese barbeque dining experience called Yakiniku. We want our food dining experience to inspire laughter, conversation, and amazing times! You can't help it - with a personal grill installed at every table, everyone instantly becomes an expert cook. Our friendly staff aspires to lead guests through the dining experience with helpful suggestions. The sounds around you are of parties and laughter - the PERFECT choice for first dates, families, and catching up with friends.

For more info, please check https://www.gyu-kaku.com/santamonica/ .

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 7, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

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(424) 744-8220

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Japanese
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:15 pm Happy Hour Mon 11:00 am–9:45 pm Tue–Sun 11:00 am–6:30 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 8:30 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 pm–10:15 pm
Phone number
(424) 744-8220
Website
https://www.gyu-kaku.com/santamonica/?fbclid=IwAR2hHy1xYqZxl2eZSQ04fO0HNaXcVu7JL0i7Y2FYmM7jaFuTMK0GuCQj5N4
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
231 Arizona Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401-1203
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Parking details
None
Additional
Takeout

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Experiences

Now through Father’s Day, Enjoy Premium BBQ...
$55.00 per person
May 28 - Jun 19, 2023
This limited time course for 2 or more includes appetizers, signature Gyu-Kaku BBQ items, your choice of BBQ Booster (dipping sauces), and the perfect dessert to enjoy with the whole party! (Bonus Points applicable for Gyu-Kaku App users) About Gyu-Kaku: Our authentic Japanese yakiniku (grilled barbecue) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming smokeless grill, while sipping on Japanese sake, shochu, and frosty cold beers. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends, family, and co-workers alike!
Exclusive Offer on these Premium Meats!
$45.00 per person
May 28 - Jun 19, 2023
(à la carte price estimate) For limited time enjoy premium meats such as this limited-time A5 Wagyu Chuck Set, Sukiyaki Bone-in Kalbi, and New York Steak with this exclusive Bonus Point offer! (Bonus Points applicable for Gyu-Kaku App users) About Gyu-Kaku: Our authentic Japanese yakiniku (grilled barbecue) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming smokeless grill, while sipping on Japanese sake, shochu, and frosty cold beers. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends, family, and co-workers alike!

Gyu-Sushi
With premium roast beef, Japanese shoyu BBQ sauce, and kuki-wasabi on the side
- 4 Pcs$12.45
- 2 Pcs$6.45
- Happy Hour - 4 Pcs$10.45
- Happy Hour - 2 Pcs$5.45
Spicy Tuna Volcano*$8.95
Spicy tuna on crispy fried rice, drizzled with Japanese shoyu BBQ sauce
- Happy Hour$7.95
Edamame$5.00
- Happy Hour$4.00
Garlic Edamame$6.00
Spicy Jalapeño Edamame$6.00
Napa Kimchi$6.00
- Happy Hour$5.00
Wakame Seaweed Salad$5.45
- Happy Hour$4.45
Spicy Cold Tofu$6.45
Soft tofu with crunchy chili garlic sauce and kimchi
- Happy Hour$4.95
Shio Negi Cold Tofu$5.95
Cold tofu topped with white soy sesame oil and green onions
- Happy Hour$4.95
Spicy Cabbage Salad$5.95
- Happy Hour$4.95
Garlic Shio Cabbage$3.95
Spicy Addicting Cucumber$5.95
Crunchy cucumbers in a slightly spicy crunchy chili garlic dressing
- Happy Hour$4.95
Fried Pork Gyoza Dumplings$7.45
Juicy fried pork dumplings Served with citrus ponzu
- Happy Hour$6.45
Steamed Chili Dumplings$8.00
Pork dumplings with crunchy chili garlic oil
Yuzu Shishito Peppers$7.95
Skillet fried peppers with Japanese yuzu citrus! Occasionally spicy!
- Happy Hour$6.95
Tuna Poké Nachos*$11.50
Fresh cubed tuna poké with diced avocado and seaweed salad. Served with sweet soy sauce, sesame oil, and crispy wonton chips
- Happy Hour$10.50
Chili Mayo Fried Shrimp$9.45
Deep-Fried tail-on shrimp tossed in our crunchy garlic aioli sauce with fresh chopped green onions
Chili & Yuzu Roast Beef$10.00
Gyu-Kaku signature roast beef topped with crunchy chili garlic yuzu oil
Fried Bacon Chips$7.95
Crunchy, deep-fried pork belly slices. Served with salt and lemon
- Happy Hour$6.45
Japanese Chicken Karaage$7.45
Juicy Japanese fried chicken served with chili mayo sauce
Takoyaki$7.95
6 fried octopus fritters drizzled with takoyaki sauce and Japanese mayo, topped with crushed bonito flakes and green onions
- Happy Hour$6.95
Vegetable Spring Rolls$7.95
Mixed vegetables rolled in a light wonton wrapper and fried. Served with sweet chili sauce and a shishito pepper
- Happy Hour$6.45
Cheese Corn Butter$6.45
Mix of melted butter, cheese, and corn served in a small cast iron skillet
- Happy Hour$4.95
Fried Calamari$7.50
Served with yuzu basil aioli
Fried Cheese Wontons$6.45
Cream cheese and green onions in crispy wontons. Served with sweet chili sauce
- Happy Hour$5.45
Miso Chili Wings$10.00
Chicken wings coated in our sweet and spicy miso chili sauce
Black Pepper Wings$9.45
Dangerously addicting! Fresh-fried wings tossed in a sweet soy and black pepper sauce
- Happy Hour$7.95

Salad

Yuzu Dressing: This signature dressing is characterized by a refreshing spiciness infused with the aromatic Japanese citrus, Yuzu. It combines yuzu infused ponzu with an accent of spicy green jalapeños. Sesame Miso Dressing: Paired with sesame's strong aroma, vinegar and mustard make the taste refreshing. Please enjoy the hint of miso as the secret ingredient of this signature dressing. Enjoy at Home! Ask your server for more details

Yuzu Avocado Salad$9.95
Avocado, cucumber slices, tomatoes, and crunchy wonton croutons adorn a green leaf lettuce salad. Drizzled with our zesty and refreshing Yuzu Dressing
- W/ Roast Beef$11.95
- W/ Shrimp*$12.95
- W/ Salmon$13.95
Gyu-Kaku Salad
Mixed vegetables, daikon radish, hardboiled egg slices in our sesame house dressing
- Full$8.95
- Half$5.45
- Happy Hour - Full$7.95
- Happy Hour - Half$4.95
Karaage Avocado Salad$10.45
Juicy Japanese Chicken Karaage, avocado, variety of salad, vegetables, and sliced hardboiled egg. Mixed in house special white soy sauce dressing and drizzled with chili mayo sauce

Soup

Super Hot! Spicy Jalapeño Miso (20 cal) (Gluten Free, Vegetarian) Add for +$1

Seaweed Soup$3.95
Egg Soup$4.95
Silken egg in vegetable broth
Miso Soup$3.95
Traditional Japanese soup
Spicy Tofu Chigae Soup* **$9.95
Kimchi, ground chicken, tofu, sesame, egg, and green onions

Premium Beef

1/2 Lb of Special Skirt Steak!

Prime Kalbi Short Rib*$16.45
Juicy marbled USDA prime beef that melts in your mouth. Served with premium dipping sauce. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Salt & Pepper
Harami Skirt Steak*$13.45
Our best-selling 21-day aged skirt steak. Marinade choices: Miso / Shio
Kobe Style Kalbi Short Rib*$26.45
A must try for BBQ lovers! Intensely marbled beef short rib with a rich, mouthwatering texture. Served with premium dipping sauce. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Salt & Pepper
Harami in Secret Pot*$29.00
21 Day Aged. ½ lb of our best-selling meat in a special mild miso marinade! Great for sharing between 2 or more people. Special Mild Miso Marinade
Beef Tongue*$15.45
A classic cut for Japanese BBQ. Try it with a squeeze of lemon juice! Try with Lemon
- W/ Scallion Sauce$17.45

Beef

Premium Sirloin*$10.45
Hearty and tender. Served with premium dipping sauce. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Salt & Pepper
- Happy Hour$9.45
Bistro Hanger Steak*$9.95
21 Day Aged. Tender and lean hanger beef. Marinade choices: Miso / Garlic
- Happy Hour$8.95
Kalbi Chuck Rib*$9.95
Delicious, light marbled flavor. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Garlic
- Happy Hour$8.95
New York Steak*$10.45
Lean and juicy. Marinade choices: Garlic / Miso
- Happy Hour$8.95
Filet Mignon*$10.95
Lean cuts of filet mignon. Salt & Pepper
- Happy Hour$9.95
Angus Beef Rib*$8.45
Cubed short rib meat. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Miso
- Happy Hour$7.45
Toro Beef*$8.45
Thin-sliced beef belly, just like bacon! Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Shio
- Happy Hour$6.95
Yaki-Shabu Beef*$8.45
Thinly sliced beef that grills quickly! Marinade choices: Miso / Sweet Soy Tare
- Happy Hour$6.95

Marinades

We serve our meat items with the best recommended marinades. Please let your servers know of your preference. We'll customize them for you!

Miso
Sweet, rich, flavorful, Gyu-Kaku original white miso marinade
Sweet Soy Tare
Soy sauce, pear juice, and ginger
Shio
Garlic, salt, soy sauce, and sesame oil
Basil
Italian pesto (contains pine nuts), and sesame oil
Garlic
Garlic paste with sesame oil, and shio marinade
Teriyaki
Rich soy sauce flavor and sweet glaze
Spicy Jalapeño Miso
Super spicy with a jalapeño kick and a miso twist

Poultry

Chicken Basil*$6.45
- Happy Hour$5.45
Chicken Teriyaki*$6.45
- Happy Hour$5.45
Garlic Shoyu Chicken Thigh*$7.45
Juicy chicken thigh pre-marinated with sweet garlic soy sauce
- Happy Hour$6.45
Duck Breast*$9.95
Marinade choices: Shio / Miso
- Happy Hour$8.95

Pork

Pork Belly*$7.45
Juicy pork belly slices. Marinade choices: Shio / Sweet Soy Tare
- Happy Hour$6.45
Spicy Pork*$6.95
Marinade: Spicy Jalapeño Miso
- Happy Hour$5.45
Japanese Pork Sausages*$6.95
Pork sausages with a hint of smoke
- Happy Hour$5.95

BBQ Booster

Enhance the flavors!

Scallion Sauce
Great with Beef Tongue*, Kobe Style Kalbi Short Rib*, & more!
- Add$2.00
Cheese Fondue
Great with Chicken*, Broccoli, & more!
- Add$3.45
Original Garlic Butter$2.95
Never too much garlic! Fan favorite for garlic lovers
Herb Garlic Butter$2.95
Combines the herbal aroma of parsley with umami packed garlic
Spicy Miso Garlic Butter$2.95
Our signature Miso marinade is even better with garlic
Kuki Wasabi$2.00
The king of Japanese condiments. This condiment goes well with simple flavors such as salt and pepper or ponzu sauce
Crunchy Chili Garlic Sauce$2.50
A Japanese magical topping that harmonize garlic and spiciness with miso. It pairs well with noodles and rice too!
Premium Dipping Sauce$0.00
This sauce is tailored to pair with high quality premium meats such as our Japanese Wagyu and Prime Kalbi to complement the rich umami flavor. This special recipe is a recreation of our original Gyu-Kaku dipping sauce in Japan. (cal per serving)
Ponzu$0.00
A traditional Japanese condiment that combines the fragrance of citrus fruits with soy sauce. It pairs well with meats and other items. This sauce makes everything refreshing. (cal per serving)
Sweet Soy$0.00
Gyu-Kaku original sweet soy sauce. A magical sauce that goes well with anything. (cal per serving)
Spicy$0.00
Gyu-Kaku original hot & spicy sauce. It carries a good amount of bold Umami flavor. (cal per serving)

Bbq Booster - Umakara Sauce

Umami (Savory) + Amami (Sweet) + Karami (Spicy)

Umakara Ribeye*$8.95
- Happy Hour$7.45
Umakara Yaki Beef*$8.45
- Happy Hour$6.95
Umakara Pork*$6.95
- Happy Hour$5.45

Seafood

Shrimp Garlic*$8.45
- Happy Hour$7.45
Spicy Shrimp*$8.45
Marinade: Spicy Jalapeño Miso
- Happy Hour$7.45
Miso Butter Salmon*$9.50
Salmon filets served in a foil packet
BBQ Calamari Miso*$6.95
- Happy Hour$5.95
Shrimp & Mushroom Ahijo*$9.45
4 pieces of shrimp with mushrooms in olive oil, garlic, and basil
- Happy Hour$8.45

Vegetables

To Grill

Assorted Vegetables$8.95
- Happy Hour$7.95
Zucchini$4.95
Drizzled with Shio
- Happy Hour$3.95
Shishito Peppers$5.45
Drizzled with soy sauce and sprinkled with sesame
- Happy Hour$4.45

To Steam

All foiled vegetables for steaming contain butter sauce

Spinach Garlic$5.45
- Happy Hour$4.45
Garlic Mushroom$5.50
- Happy Hour$4.50
Asparagus$5.95
- Happy Hour$4.95
Broccoli$4.95
- Happy Hour$3.95
Mushroom Medley$6.95
Assorted seasonal mushrooms
- Happy Hour$6.45

Rice

Upgrade Any Bibimbap to Brown Rice Add for +$1 (Gluten Free, Vegetarian). Super Hot! Spicy Jalapeño Miso (20 cal) Add For +$1 (Gluten Free, Vegetarian)

Beef Sukiyaki Bibimbap
Sukiyaki-marinated beef, rice topped with white onions, green onions, and sesame. Served in a sizzling hot stone bowl
- W/ Beef$10.45
- W/ Double Beef$12.45
- Happy Hour - W/ Beef$9.45
- Happy Hour - W/ Double Beef$11.45
Beyond Bibimbap$12.45
100% plant-based Beyond Beef marinated in our secret Sukiyaki sauce, stir fried mushrooms, red bell peppers, and white onions. Flavored in butter and sesame oil, with green onions and sesame seeds served over rice
- W/ Double Beyond Beef$15.45
- Happy Hour$11.45
- Happy Hour - W/ Double Beyond Beef$14.45
Vegetable Sukiyaki Bibimbap$10.45
Rice, button mushrooms, broccoli, asparagus, green and white onions, red bell peppers, butter, sesame, and shoyu BBQ sauce
Garlic Fried Rice*$8.45
Garlic rice with green onions, white onions, egg yolk, sesame, and garlic chips
Spicy Beef Bibimbap$11.95
Beef rib meat and rice doused in our signature Umakara Sauce and garnished with an assortment of bell pepper, shishito pepper, corn, sesame, green onions, and chili flakes
White Rice
- Regular$4.00
- Large$5.50
Organic Brown Rice$4.50

Noodle

Experience Spicy with Umami Flavor! Spicy Umami Chili (17 cal) Add For +$1

Garlic Noodles
Thick, chewy garlic noodles served in a sizzling stone bowl with choice of:
- W/ Chicken$10.95
- Happy Hour - W/ Chicken$9.45
- W/ Vegetables (Vegetarian)$11.95
- W/ Shrimp$13.45
Spicy Beef Ramen**$10.95
Kalbi soup broth, thin-sliced beef, egg, green onions, vegetables, sesame, and sesame oil
Spicy Chigae Ramen* **$11.45
Rich and spicy soup, topped with kimchi, ground chicken, tofu, green onions, and sesame seeds. Finished with a poached egg dropped in the center
Goma Negi Shio Ramen**$10.95
Oxtail based house broth, kakuni chashu, egg, green onions, sesame, and sesame oil
Tonkotsu Ramen**$10.95
Rich pork bone broth, topped with kakuni chashu, boiled egg, chopped green onions and red bell peppers, and a dash of sesame seeds

What 142 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
3.8Service
3.9Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Westside
Good for groups

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MarcusK
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2023
overall3food5service2ambience4
My girlfriend and I went on Sunday (May 30th). We had made a reservation for 5:30. When we got to the restaurant there were only about five tables seated. We were told we had to wait. After about ten minutes I asked the hostess why we weren’t being seated considering the place was pretty empty and she seemed irritated but seated us. We wanted to get the “All you can eat” barbecue and we’re told it was stopped for the weekend so we ordered regular meals. We asked for sodas and waters. The sodas arrived (but no waters) and they were in plastic cups with lids. It turns out the dishwasher wasn’t working that day. The server did not come back to the table very often so we had to get up and go request salt, soda refills and water (which still never came). They are supposed to oil the grill you cook on, but the waiter didn’t do it so I had to ask him to come back. Overall, the food is good but the experience was not a very pleasant one. If the service is improved the restaurant will be awesome.
DM
DavidM
Pittsburgh
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Had to move tables twice due to problems with the grills in the table. The staff was nice but seemed like only half interested in being there. No discounts or add ons from having to deal with all the hassle. Was a bad experience but hopefully not a common one.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience2
Go to gyu-kaku in Beverly Hills or another location if you can. The service was terrible and the staff was very unprofessional. Our server took our drink order and then never came back. After waiting 30 minutes for our drinks, we had to walk up to the front desk to ask for our server to come back. He had a horrible attitude on top of being absent. They couldn’t keep track of the food we ordered so we had to keep asking for our missing plates. Things were slapped together haphazardly when we asked for it. They dropped our check before we got all our food, assuming our meal was over. It just made the night feel tense. The people bussing tables were so kind and helpful, however our server and the staff handling seating was unprofessional. It changed the whole experience of our night. I love gyu-kaku and have been going for years to BH. I wanted to try a different location. Never again.
TA
TATA
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time here. So impressed with the food, ambience and price. Thank you for participating in Dine LA, otherwise we wouldn't have found you!
SB
SepiB
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience2
Service here is beyond terrible. Food was okay we got charged extra for having a lite bit Kimchi left over...we all had the ultimate all you can eat and barely got any food really so it was a little crazy to be charged for left over kimchi. Wouldn't come back again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall2food4service1ambience2
This restaurant should not be featured on Dine LA. The service was very slow it took 20 minutes for the waiter to come to us. Once the food came we realized we were missing 1/4 of our order. We had to convince him that we didn’t receive the items and it took another 15 minutes for our food to come. Half of their items were not available and we had to ask for our appetizers 3 times. Food was delicious but service was very lacking.
S
Sandyjk
Los Angeles
328 reviews
vip
4.0
328 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience5
DineLA lunch was good! More than enough food and it was "fun" cooking on our in table hibachi. Definitely would go back!
LA
LAvisitor
Los Angeles
29 reviews
vip
2.0
29 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience1
Rude hostess made us wait ten minutes before seating our party of four. There was an empty restaurant with over half of the tables empty. Very unfriendly staff. We waited patiently for our table. The food was very average and it has definitely declined in freshness.
R
Rebecca
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2023
overall1food4service2ambience2
Poor service but decent food. My daughter loves it which is why we go…
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This food was delicious and they were very accommodating with my gluten allergy! Really cool experience
JL
JessicaL
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience4
The food and pricing are always great when I eat here, but I consistently encounter extremely rude service. I always give places multiple chances but at this point, I think the rudeness from service overshadows the food and overall experience. There’s too many barbecue places in Los Angeles for restaurants to mistreat customers. When there is competition, there are options.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience3
Was there for a birthday and it was amazing They came and sung happy birthday lol it was hilarious
VA
ValerieA
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
we had a great time. everybody was lovely. thank you, gyu!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was so amazing!!! They had a really good special on the price for the Lunar New year. Filet mignon was my favorite meat and the garlic fried rice is an absolute must !!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience2
We came early and the place was empty but they still made us wait until the reservation time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
Alot of the meats were very average. Don’t think it was a great night for them.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food and overall experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food is always good and the service is pretty consistent as well. I like this location because it’s pretty comfortable as far as space, I think it’s a bit bigger than the other locations.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience3
Small dinner with long time friends, even with a reservation it took a while for them to seat us and take our drink orders. And when it came time to order it seemed like the weight staff was annoyed and unwilling to help especially with dietary restrictions (vegan). It took a while for our food to come out (even though we were the ones cooking the food at the table) and once it did certain items were missing until you’d request for them. Luckily the manager did have a very friendly and helpful attitude which saved the day.
AS
AldoS
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience3
In all fairness it was Christmas. The food was good. The services was slow , confused and some staff was rude. It took 4 times of asking to get napkins and water. The staff was slow to clean tables which made the environment less appealing. The staff felt distracted and overwhelmed. I will go back and give it another shot gonna chaulk it up to Christmas night and who wants to work on Christmas.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great and so was the price! Our server was attentive! Pleasant dining experience on Christmas Day!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience4
The restaurant had no bartender so we couldn’t order alcohol beverages, also when we walked in, we got asked by three different people did we have reservations and then we were told a shipment didn’t arrive and they were out of 50% of their meat.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall1food4service1ambience1
Service is terrible at this location, I’ve been to several Gyu Kaku locations and this one is by far the worst. Avoid if possible.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Very tasty! Their food has always been consistent and comes out reasonably quick. Highly recommend the Yaki Shabu beef and toro. The spicy tuna volcano is really good too.
LK
LarryK
Los Angeles
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Dinner was fabulous and so fun. Ivan was an excellent guide to our eating extravaganza. Grilling our own food was a trip and made for a very hilarious evening. We will be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
West Palm Beach
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food was great and it was fun cooking our food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday experience was great! The food was amazing, will recommend
MM
MiekoM
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Server was talking other server and no pay attention for customer. This place Rice was horrible. Other locations was ok.. Kitchen need training how to make it. Also, usually servers change new grill cover change many time but this place not. And my order missing. Guy-kaku chain restaurant came from Japan. I know that happened from Covid no people . But I never go back this place.
GG
GladstonesGladGuests
Los Angeles
14 reviews
2.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience3
This was my first visit and likely my last. The service was terrible. They claimed that the kitchen was backed up so our food took over an hour to come out. Meanwhile, everyone around us had plenty of food. Our server didn't check on us and at one point asked us if we were ready for the check and we barely had appetizers. We had to complain to the manager just to get what we asked for.
JE
JameyE
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food and great service. Fun place to take the kids as well!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2022
overall3food3service1ambience3
Took 15 minutes to get waters and drink order
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JonD
Los Angeles
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2022
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Service was extremely slow. portions were small but their delivery took a while so you will have to wait for them constantly.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
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Customer service is very baddd
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2022
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Nice food and funny experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2022
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My boyfriend loves Japanese & Korean BBQ but I have a TON of allergies along with celiacs so I never thought I’d find a place where’d I’d feel comfortable. But after looking at the menu online, decided to give it a shot and couldn’t be happier! Our waiter walked us through how to order and was very good about my allergies as well! Plus, Happy Hour pricing made this an unbelievable deal. We both left stoked that we’ve found a new favorite so close to home and will definitely be coming back often :)
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miarock
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2022
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I used to go to West LA location & Santa Monica was much bigger & nice ambience & service was great , it was weekday lunch hours so it was not many people & enjoy the food however the rice was a little mushy & the server was nice to gave us a new rice which was great 👍
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2022
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Service was slow, rude staff who kept forgetting what we had asked for multiple times. Condescending manager. This location makes all the gyu Kakus look bad, stick to Sherman oaks or Beverly Hills locations.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2022
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This was a terrible experience. I would give no stars if I could because we didn’t even end up eating anything. After being seated my family and i waited for over 20 minutes without anyone coming to us after watching the waiter(s) helping out those seated around us who were predominately white. I finally went up to the host desk and asked if we had a waiter assigned to us. He said “be right back” and then didn’t return. I turned around and saw the waiter had finally come over. Per my wife, the waiter just asked “what can I get you” without any apology for the delay in service. We proceeded to order and then was informed that the restaurant only had one type of obscure marinade left for all of its meat options. Upon hearing this we decided to just leave, the waiter responding with a flippant “alright then”, shrugged and left. Clearly this gyu-kaku has no regard for ensuring a competent dining experience, we will not be returning.
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Aaronbo
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2022
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We were 4 persons and ordered the 4 person meal. Easily could have been for six people. For Santa Monica it is reasonable prices for both quality and quantity and fun
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AngelicaH
New York Area
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2022
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Dropping my daughter to college

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Santa Monica does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Santa Monica also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (424) 744-8220.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Santa Monica is rated 4.3 stars by 142 OpenTable diners.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Santa Monica does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.