Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

My parents and I visited this location on 11/26, and we shared the meat variety platter. Everything was delicious and well-marinated. The Harami hotpot and the yaki-shabu were our favorites! We’ve been coming here for 15 years, and this visit reminded us why we keep coming back. Big thanks to the whole Gyu-Kaku crew! Special thanks to our server, Henry—he made sure my parents and I felt very taken care of, and we really appreciated his recommendations and helping us get the best value for our needs. Only one small suggestion (not a big deal): our rice was brought toward the end of the meal, after we had already finished our meats. It would have been nice to have it served at the beginning but we understand the restaurant was busy.

Located on Kapoolani Blvd, this spot offers a warm, family-friendly vibe 🌺, complete with a welcoming staff. I savored the 🦐 shrimps, 🧄 garlic noodles, and 🔥 spicy tofu Chigae Soup – all at prices that won't break the bank, given Hawaii's expensive lifestyle.

We went to this restaurant for lunch AYCE. Service was great from Jordan. The meats were just ok though and limited meat options. They were not top quality and too chewy. Maybe dinner would be better with the more expensive options. Would not go back for lunch.

We ate here on Christmas Eve, and it was hands down one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a long time. The restaurant was busy (as expected on a holiday), but everything ran smoothly, the food came out fast, and the quality was absolutely on point. Every cut of meat was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly—exactly what you want from a Japanese BBQ spot. What really made the night stand out was the manager, Dylan. He was attentive, professional, and genuinely cared about making sure everyone was having a great experience. He checked in without hovering, handled the holiday rush effortlessly, and made us feel truly taken care of. You can tell he runs a tight ship and leads by example. Between the amazing food, the festive atmosphere, and Dylan’s top-tier management, Christmas E

Came for a birthday dinner while on vacation. We went during happy hour so some appetizers and dishes were discounted. Food was yummy and served quickly! Dan our server was friendly and extremely accommodating! He honestly made our night! He was suggesting a bunch of places to check out in the area and made sure we have everything we needed at the table. I had to take out a star since I found the place filthy in some areas especially the restroom, hopefully they take immediate action to this problem.