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Waikiki - Gyu-Kaku - Honolulu, HI | Waikiki, Honolulu, HI

Gyu-Kaku - Honolulu, HI | Waikiki

4.7
4.7
814 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–10:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 11:30 am–6:30 pm Daily 9:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 926-2989
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    YOU!!
  • Neighborhood
    Waikiki
  • Cross street
    Kalakaua
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Looking for tasting menu with new experience?

    $50.00 per person

    Oct 14 - Dec 31, 2023
    Everyone's favorites all in one with DIY BBQ!! It’s a great experience of Yakiniku like in Japan, the BBQ at your table experience through our Chef's Choice Course is available in increments of 2 at $100 ($50 per guest). Gyu-Sushi Napa Kimchee Gyu-Kaku Salad Miso Soup Prime Kalbi Short Rib Harami Skirt Steak Filet Mignon Umakara Ribeye Pork Belly Shrimp Broccoli Beef Sukiyaki Bibimbap
    Looking for tasting menu with new experience? Photo
  • Must take advantage of Happy Hour!!

    $42.50 per person

    Oct 14 - Dec 31, 2023
    Everyday our Happy Hour times are 11:30am-6:30pm & 9:30pm to closed!! Come enjoy your choices of omakase style, Custom Course at $85 ($42.50 per guest) that is available during Happy Hour with $5 off, where you will be cooking on your personal BBQ grill at your table. Appetizer x2 Salad Miso Soup x2 White Rice x2 BBQ Meat x5 And BBQ Vegetables
    Must take advantage of Happy Hour!! Photo
  • Want to impress on date night?

    $75.00 per person

    Oct 14 - Dec 31, 2023
    Must try the authentic A5 Wagyu cuts! We import the highest grade of Wagyu, A5, straight from Japan and serve it with the utmost care. This Wagyu course is available in increments of 2 at $150 ($75.00 per guest) and includes appetizers, signature Gyu-Kaku BBQ items and our Japanese A5 Wagyu great for a date night!! Gyu-Kaku Salad Miso Soup Edamame Gyu-Sushi Japanese Chicken Karaage A5 Wagyu Sampler Harami Skirt Steak Filet Mignon Chicken Breast Pork Belly Shrimp Beef Sukiyaki Bibimbap Matcha Tiramisu
    Want to impress on date night? Photo

Offers

  • Personal BBQ grill at your table with Happy Hour!

    Oct 14 - Dec 31, 2023
    Sun - Sat - 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:15 PM
    Everyday are Happy Hour, Tue-Sun 11:30am-6:30pm & 9:30-closed and ALL DAY on Monday!! *Please view the complete menu or visit our website for more details. MENU - https://www.gyu-kaku.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/mh_grandmenu2210.pdf?_ga=2.112260484.1619163987.1697220542-2077012935.1660494574 Website - www.gyu-kaku.com

    Personal BBQ grill at your table with Happy Hour! Photo

What 814 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Kid-friendly

  • Hawaii

    Good for groups

  • Hawaii

    Lively

  • Hawaii

    Japanese

  • Oahu

    Kid-friendly

  • Oahu

    Good for groups

  • Oahu

    Lively

  • Oahu

    Japanese

814 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    Service was good. The first fire pot wasn't working so they had to move us. Nobody knows where this beef comes from, or what part of "cow" it's from.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food3service4ambience2
    It was okay. Not the best. The A5 wagyu was the worst I’ve ever head, not tender whatsoever. Waiter we had was awesome though.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    We really enjoyed this casual and fun location. Definitely not fancy, but just what we were looking for. Excellent service

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  4. JKLM

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was so attentive and kind. So we’re the rest of the staff. The establishment was clean, and the staff moved in an orderly and complementary way. The food was SO good! We came for my child’s birthday and it was a successful celebration. We have been to other sites, but we prefer this one. We live very far, but will make the drive again because this location is consistent in everything. Mahalo!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fast service, good food. The meat section is perfect and love how fast they arrive and getting refills was fast as well

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  6. NathanD

    Boise

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience, high quality and quantity food for the price. Lots of gluten free options. Restaurant was energetic/busy, but staff were very attentive. Definitely recommend making reservations.

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  7. BensonY

    Sacramento

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time trying out this Japanese BBQ and we were pleasantly impressed. We made reservations ahead of time so seating was not an issue and reservations are recommended. Being used to Korean BBQ this was very similar in the fact that you cook your own food on a tableside grill. Most of the meats are not marinated but 3 different dipping sauces are provided on the table for your liking. The portion sizes were pretty good and the side dishes were great. Our server's name I believe was "Pono" and he was exceptional! We brought with us a fresh uncut pineapple and he asked the kitchen if they could slice it up for us(something they don't normally do). They obliged and we ended up grilling pineapple on our grill as well which was phenomenal! Very happy with the food, ambience, service and hospitality from Pono. We will be returning in the future :)

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent service and great quality meat. Fun for family or date night. Great value, especially here in Hawaii.

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  9. lexy

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    waitress was AMAZING. she was so attentive and kind

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service and quality of food! Thank you

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  11. CMAWaikiki

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Walking distance in Waikiki for BBQ. Food quality is nice and we will visit again.

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  12. Joet

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience3
    Food was great, you need to be careful not to order too much, but many of the set menus offer good portions. It's a little hot, but hard to work that around open flame in the middle of the table. Happy Hour pricing is a good deal

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All you can eat happy hour was crazy good. Food was so fire

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  14. LaurieB

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great experience…it was crowded but they did a great job

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time doing Japanese BBQ, food was great, drinks were great, service was also great they were super nice and helpful.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    we live in Chicago and never miss this place when in town. we took our kids for the first time and they loved it!

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  17. DazzO

    Victoria

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Food was pretty good, though the avocado was left out of our avocado salad. 😩 Friendly staff, good service, just felt like the whole place needed a good clean. Not that it was dirty, just it felt like it needed brightening up, as it has a dark colour scheme. Please get thicker serviettes and maybe some absorbent drink coasters. Every time picked up a drink, condensation would drip everywhere.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A unique cook it yourself Japanese BBq restaurant. Listen to the waiters as they will help you order the right amount of food. The menu is a little confusing but once we nailed down our order we were in for a treat. It’s worth the extra money for the better cuts of meat. It’s a busy restaurant so reservations are a must. It’s not a fancy place so take a chance on a cool casual experience with the family. kids loved being able to cook their own foods!

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  19. AmberL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    If you like me want meat & veggies for dinner instead of more noodles this is it! Fun too, the kids loved cooking their own food and it was all super tasty! 🤌🏼🩵

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  20. Samurai6

    San Francisco

    586 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    586 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dined solo early Friday evening before the crush rush. Hilton took my order but his shift ended and Sheron completed the mission with flying colors!! Pretty much everything was Happy Hour including my pitcher of Kirin for $12!!!! Can only say that all the cuts of meat from back da house are quality #1 and the entire joint managed by Lilly is running on all cylinders, all hands on deck, teamwork is job #1. Plus local folks can get the Kamaina 15% discount……..Gyu-Kaku Waikiki is definitely a worthwhile destination for friends and family, visitors and residents alike!!

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  21. SeafoodLover

    Miami

    51 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    This was my first Gyu-Kaku visit but I went with someone familiar with the process so that helped. It’s a fun experience that allows groups to cool and enjoy a meal together without the clean up. We thoroughly enjoyed!

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  22. Torchure

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent quality of meats at reasonable prices. Loved being able to cook at my own pace with a personal grill at each table. New grill tops were used with new diners and appreciated that the grills cooked gently and evenly. Plus the ventilation was excellent so you didn’t have BBQ smell in your clothes after the meal. Highly recommend!!

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  23. Dinnertime

    Jacksonville

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service, we had a lot of fun and will definitely return.

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  24. Revan

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All the workers were friendly and we got seated quickly thanks to our reservation. Our server was very friendly, attentive and quick with getting us our food and drinks. The food was fresh and tasty.

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  25. MelissaB

    Edmonton

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious and a fair price, would highly recommend!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a good experience. Great food and service. Highly recommended

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  27. LynelleN

    Las Vegas

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were pleasantly surprised! Good was great and the service was exceptional! An enjoyable meal!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    On our last night here in Honolulu, we had a great Japanese bbq. I would go back there again next time when I visit here again.

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  29. RobertL

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience2
    I enjoy this yakiniku style of dining. My only issue is that the lighting was too dim. It was hard to tell if the meats were done on the grill. Better lighting would have helped a lot.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    One of the best meals we had on our trip. Service was top notch. Will definitely return.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great, everyone were very polite and the food was excellent.

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  32. BellaReese

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great service! The food was fresh and tasty as well. Would be great if everyone didn’t have to do all you can eat if only one person wants it. The noise level was a bit loud, but it was probably because of the restaurant set-up. Overall, enjoyable!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The food was great and service as well. However, the place deserves a renewal (or at least a 5S organization method)

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Baxter was awesome . All the wait staff seem to help each other and they all deliver a smile and are very helpful and friendly. We had the chefs meal and I highly recommend it . We will definitely be back .

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  35. alohahealthcoach

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food is great and it’s a fun experience. I come several times a year and am never disappointed.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic - had the seasonal chefs meal and Braxton was phenomenal . We already made reservations to come back Sunday

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  37. ErikR

    Central Coast

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Lots of fun and quality food. Perfect for a group of friends or family

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  38. LynnW

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great spot for interactive family dinner! Quality ingredients, good service, and lots of food.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Manitoba

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fun experience as a first time doing a Japanese BBQ. Love that the majority of the food is celiac friendly. Service was great!

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  40. Samurai6

    San Francisco

    586 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    586 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice solo experience, early Sunday dinner, best time to enjoy!!! The Prime Kalbi is the bomb but $12 Kirin pitcher is hard to deny……My local dude bra with the not so local name of Ian was truly great, utmost professional!!!

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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 - Honolulu, HI | Waikiki does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Gyu-Kaku - Honolulu, HI | Waikiki also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 926-2989.

Gyu-Kaku - Honolulu, HI | Waikiki is rated 4.7 stars by 814 OpenTable diners.

Gyu-Kaku - Honolulu, HI | Waikiki 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gyu-Kaku - Honolulu, HI | Waikiki

307 Lewer St, Honolulu, HI 96815

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kalakaua
  • Neighborhood
    Waikiki
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–10:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 11:30 am–6:30 pm Daily 9:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    YOU!!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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