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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA, Los Angeles, CA

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA

4.7
4.7
145 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am Happy Hour Mon 11:30 am–11:00 pm Tue–Sun 11:30 am–6:30 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 9:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (213) 988-7178
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Area
    Little Tokyo
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine
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Experiences

  • Prix-Fixe BBQ Courses for Everyone: Starting at...

    USD 40.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our delicious prix-fixe Japanese BBQ courses for any occasion and for parties of all sizes! Our courses are designed on a reasonable budget and for beginners and fans alike. Try a variety of popular small plates, signature BBQ dishes with our unique marinades, and more. Selection and pricing varies between courses, and may not match the starting price listed. Visit our website for more details. www.GYU-KAKU.com
    Prix-Fixe BBQ Courses for Everyone: Starting at... photo
  • (ONLINE ONLY) HOLIDAY BIG PARTY DISCOUNT🌲

    USD 47.50 - USD 56.00 per person

    20 Nov 2024 - 5 Jan 2025
    BUY 8, GET 1 FREE! Celebrate your next company holiday party or large family gathering at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ! Seasonal holiday courses are available for a limited time, while supplies last. This is an ONLINE ONLY special offer, and must be selected when making a reservation. Discount will be applied at the restaurant. Valid 11/19/24-1/5/25 at all participating North America locations. Offer is redeemable for the lower single cover value when ordering holiday courses for parties of 8 or more, dine-in only, and cannot be combined with other discounts except for mobile app reward points. Rewards are subject to Gyu-Kaku App Terms & Conditions. Other rules and restrictions may apply. Visit our website for more details: www.GYU-KAKU.com
    (ONLINE ONLY) HOLIDAY BIG PARTY DISCOUNT🌲 photo

What 145 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Downtown

    Best Overall

  • Downtown

    Best Food

  • Downtown

    Best Service

  • Downtown

    Best Value

  • Downtown

    Great for brunch

  • Downtown

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Downtown LA offers a "fantastic" dining experience with "amazing" service. Guests rave about the "bold and mouthwatering" flavors of perfectly seasoned meats and delightful side dishes. The lively atmosphere and interactive grilling make it perfect for any celebration, ensuring you'll "definitely be back."

145 Reviews
  1. Keren

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and nice waiters. Loved the seating a lot!

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  2. Ciennese

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great fod as usual, never disappoints. Service was also great

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  3. Paul

    Orange County

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It had been over 10 years since my last visit to a Gyu-Kaku location, and from my recollection, they’ve really upgraded! The food was fantastic—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The service was excellent; the staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. The ambiance was also top-notch, creating a lively yet comfortable dining atmosphere. I brought my son and his friends here, and they all had a wonderful time. It was the perfect spot for a fun, interactive meal. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great dining experience in Downtown LA.

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  4. Di

    VIP

    Central Coast

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great experience! I recommend you uber there, very nice area

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  5. Eduardo

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just the food over all and how fast the service was, it was just entirely amazing.

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  6. Antonella

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great it was my birthday and it was a great way to spend time with friends. They also allow reservations for larger parties which is great and a DIY BBQ is always fun. The service was okay but the servers were kind and accommodating it was just small things like they might forget a water or something (nothing too serious). I would definitely recommend eating at Gyu-Kaku J-BBQ.

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  7. afina

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you. D meat were fresh & d sauce was tasty. It was a great experience

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  8. Nicholas

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved the restaurant. My wife had a wonderful birthday!

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  9. DeeL

    Central Coast

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have the 6-people bbq and it was a lot!! Servers were nice and friendly too!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 July 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Can’t go wrong with Gyu Kaku. Biggest issue was the burner cooked some of my beef too fast. But otherwise everything tasted good service was OK.

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FAQs

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 988-7178.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA is rated 4.7 stars by 145 OpenTable diners.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA 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 booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA

514 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014-2502

Additional information

  • Area
    Little Tokyo
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am Happy Hour Mon 11:30 am–11:00 pm Tue–Sun 11:30 am–6:30 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 9:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine
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