Sad that the kalihi gyukaku closed, but happy to have this one centrally located and easy to get to with validated parking. Gyukaku, just like you would find in with Japan with a ton of options from ala cart, set menu, and a ton of happy hour specials. Extensive drink menu also. One of our go to dinner places.
Had w wonderful experience at Gyu-Kaku in July 2023. This was my first time ever trying a Japanese BBQ restaurant and I enjoyed the visit. Quick recommendation: cook a little then eat a little then repeat! 🎉 Service was fast and servers friendly.
Popped in for lunch. Service was fabulous. All the staff members were so friendly and attentive.
I ordered from the pick your 2 item menu, which came with miso soup, rice and salad. So good!!!! 👍
A pleasant surprise, based on a friend's recommendation. Delicious food, reasonable prices (for Hawaii) , would definitely visit again.
Always a great fun experience. Now they have an all you can eat packages.
We ordered a set for three people. It was amazing! We like every appetizer because they were so good. The meat quality is great and there are different types that we can choose from. The service was also really great. I would go there again for sure.
This is by far my girlfriend and I’s favorite location on island! The staff is always so friendly, attentive, and helpful no matter how busy or slow it is. The drinks are strong, the music is good (usually r&b, hip hop and pop - and tonight?? They are JAMMING), and the food is delicious. We usually come for happy hour and order the bibimbap rice dishes, 2-3 meats, a couple veggies and some drinks. All 10/10. I used to go to the locations in Houston and they’re all good. Quality and quantity match the dollar amount for sure.
Went there for my B-day. Food was amazing!
This institution is pulling for the title of opening of the year. The interior is very authentic. But the quality of food comes first for me! So far, these are the best sushi and sashimi in Honolulu. Will I recommend this place to visit? Definitely yes!
I'm usually here only for lunch. They used to have an all you can eat deal but I believe they've taken that away. Now they have 2 lunch specials which you choose between two or three meat choices. Special comes with salad soup. Portions are reasonable and I feel that it's a good deal.
I debated between 3 and 4 stars after talking with the people I went with. The food was great—We did all you can eat and it was worth it! Our big CON was that service was bad since they were understaffed. Our server had tons of tables and we hardly saw her so it was difficult to order more food. If they staff better, I’d come back
We stopped in to try this place out for dinner, we got the late night 4 person combo dinner, although it says for 4 people 🤔 two average people would be able to finish off most of it quite easily. The meat 🥩 was very small and thing pieces for quick grilling 👍 but the veggies where mostly just onions. A better variety would be a lot better.
If you want this kind if thing, its awesome. Food was delicious. Park on Pensecola or parking garage near by. Our server Dee was super on top of it. The only reason why I didn't give 5 stars was because the table was too small for a party of 7. Plus it only had 1 burner. For a large party, request for the tables with 2 burners.
It's ok. Manhattan Gyu-Kaku brand tastes better imo
The Honest Traveler Ed
+5
This is a famous chain Japanese BBQ place which only offers all you can eat option in Hawaii.
We have gotten the supreme AYCE for 45 per person at lunch and we could recommend this again.
You will want to first clear out all the limited options. Kaubi was by far the best with the secret pot came in second.
Make sure you ask for a hot cup of tea instead of iced water to help with digestion.
The overall quality of the dishes is very satisfying. The menu includes everything you would like for a BBQ lunch buffet but to be honest, people like us without good capacity becomes full after several items.
So if you want to try more options, ask for half serving. It is available.
You will be cooking on your own. We have found asking for advice and using a stop watch very helpful.
The cocktail and service were mediocre. Nothing worth mentioning.
Located on Kapiolani Street. Parking can be kinda tough. I usually park at Ala Moana and walk, but there is a lot in the back. If you come later on a weekend, street parking is available. I usually get their course menus and get a bunch of meats to share. The lunch sets are always worth. My favorites are the filet minion and the toro beef. Their meats are all good quality and I always love coming here.
Friendly staff. Good food. Love all meal choices and desserts. They were delicious
Food was good and the staff very friendly
This is the first time here
We choose all you can it *Ultimate set* $47 / per person
Many choices of the meat 🍖😆
Next time definitely bring more friends
One more tips about the parking
There are two entries on the parking. Better go to the G floor . Get the stamp from the staff 👍 Free parking 👍
Great taste and great price. Love the grilled meats and vegetables. Service was very curtious and attentive. Parking in parking garage, no charge with validated ticket.
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