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Ira-shai-mase. Be your own chef. Cooking tasty morsels to your liking over a charcoal fire. There's a saying in Japan, "people who eat together from the same pot of rice develop and enjoy stronger, meaningful and long lasting relationships". At Gyu-Kaku you can share the warmth not only of our delicious food, but also the warmth of your family and friends. Enjoy.
5.0 of 5 stars.
This is where I ate my last New York meal, and boy was it a damn good meal. $9 for lunch?!? And you get two types of meat, miso soup, rice and salad! What a steal! I got the miso harami and kalbi...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here about a month ago and it was definitely an enjoyable experience. The only downside (3.5 stars perhaps?) are the portions of the meat. I know you can order more, blah blah blah, but seriously...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was once a really big fan of Gyu-kaku. Love the location, the service was always fast and polite, but this visit - how does an Asian restaurant run out of rice? For a good 20 minutes no less, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fun place to go with friends. Went early on a Sunday evening and was seated promptly and greeted by our friendly waiter. He thoroughly explained the "process" of eating at the restaurant. It is a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Two of my colleagues do their best to make me jealous mentioning Gyu-Kaku. I've yet to be lucky enough to join them on their excursions here, so I simply live vicariously through their Yelp reviews....
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
$9 lunch special=fantastic deal. You get the comfy seating without the wallet purge. Would return!THE FOOD:Lunch set of 2 grilling meats with seaweed soup and salad. Not wild about the sides here, but...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu Kaku embodies the reason of why I am not a vegetarian.I came here tonight with a few friends because I have heard only phenomenal rave reviews and I needed to see if it really lived up to the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"oh damn, wasn't the crepe at gyu kaku bomb?!" my friend angela says."i wasn't there, ange, i've never been." i reply. everyone turns around and looks at me "WE HAVEN'T TAKEN YOU TO GYU KAKU?!"i swear...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The restaurant was more trendy than anything. We had to wait 30 minutes even though we had made a reservation, and the service was just ok. Definitely overpriced, but it's fun to cook the food with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, the meat is high quality and the seasonings and sauces are just right. The waiters are very helpful with food suggestions and advising you on how long to cook the meat. In the bathroom, the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good, but overpriced. I had mixed feelings about having to grill my own meat and vegetables. It was kind of interesting because I've never grilled anything in my life, but at the same...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've never experienced Korean BBQ before so I was grateful to go with some people who have been many times. The atmosphere is really cool and our booth was big enough for our party.We had a lot of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've never had Korean BBQ before and I am told that this is a much more sophisticated experience compared to the usual K-BBQ.Overall, this place has a nice atmosphere and I really enjoyed the food....
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
$9 lunch deals includes 2 meats, salad, soup, and rice! plus, no line!!(the garlic seafood noodle is pretty good, and very fulfilling as well.)go! go now! (well, go during 11:30am to 2pm; arrive...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This location is much nicer than the other spot in midtown east, though it seems like that one tends to get booked up more frequently. Maybe there's enough Asian places to eat around this one and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was the first time I've been to an upscale, westernized, fusion K-BBQ restaurant run by a Japanese restaurateur. Apparently this does exist. I've spent the last few years being schooled in K-BBQ...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went just the other night. That means that a lot of the details are still fresh in my mind. But also, I haven't really had time to think my review through. Overall, I give Gyu-kaku 3.5 stars to be...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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I have been to the Gyu-Kaku at midtown several times with co-workers, family and friends. This past weekend I decided to try the Cooper Sq. location but surprisingly, the staff have a very different attitude....
citysearch.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Empty. Completely empty.What a strange place to open a restaurant. Wonderfully convenient for people at NYU J-school and a few Cooper stragglers but no one else.The food is alright, their portions...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! I'd say this place is as good as any Yakiniku place I ever ate at in Tokyo. We had the scallop-tuna tartare, kobe sampler, scallops, garlic potatoes, garlic spinach, and chocolate lava cake and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is really fun, I love the layout, and if you're in the mood to make your own dinner this is your kinda place. The cocktails are really strong and tasty, and priced right. The service is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
ignorant server: "are you Korean?"mzjoolz: "um, yeah. why do you ask?"ignorant server: "do you know what Korean BBQ is?"mzjoolz: "shut your face, please."at least... that's what i WANTED to say......
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
there's something about smoky places that i'm attracted to. no definitely not second hand smoke.. it's bbq smoke.been to the midtown one once and astor place's maybe 5 times(convenience reason). the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
in NY couple weeks ago on business trip and my wife told me this is the place to eat in NY. It's not bad, well with the price I paid this better be some damn good food. I wouldn't say it's special...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i like this place. The Asian Delight drink is my girlfriend's favorite. the amount of food they give you for the price isn't too good however. My first time there, i left feeling a little hungry =\...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
FOOD: I love it more than Korean bbq 'cause the meat is better quality than what you can get on 32nd st. and the marinades are just so awesome. My favorite cuts/marinade: Harami Miso (of course...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I'm in New York, I love to go eat out here. Love the decor and I can't say enough out the Bar-Be-Que! Hummm....I wanna book a flight right now. You won't find this kind of food anywhere but in...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was a friend's birthday and we were in a jam for a spot that took reservations for a party of 10-12. GK came through for us. I arrived early and after checking my coats (plus), I was impressed with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for dinner on Friday night and everything was fantastic. Everything is a la carte really. It gives you the opportunity to try different things. I highly recommend getting the lettuce wraps...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very nice place. It's a great date place also. My first time, I came here with a big crowd for a birthday. It didn't quite work due to the fact we were too big of a crowd and the portions were not...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place. I usually go to the one on 50th street and 3rd ave. That location is usually less crowded than the one downtown. The portions are not for sharing, but I always found it to be...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I give this place four stars for atmosphere and the enjoyment you can have (especially with a group) cooking up a nice Japanese barbecue.The prices are much better during the happy hour - half price...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
While I lived in Manhattan shortly for the summer, I could not find a better place for happy hour than this one. Thankfully my coworker found it and while my brother visited me, we went to this place....
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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Randomly went here with a bunch of friends and were pleasantly surprised. Food is very good and they have a wide selection of wines, cocktails, and beer. The meats are about 3-4 ounces per serving, so unlike...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-kaku is a great upscale yaki-niku restaurant. If you are looking for authenticity then go down to Koreatown and you can sit in a over-crowded joint with rude wait-staff (by the way - that can...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
While I haven't had a full meal here, I already know that this place is for me. It could also be for you if you enjoy meat, are proactive and enjoy cooking and need a wide variety of tastes to feel...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fun place. Came here with a bunch of people where we kept having to add more seats - waiter was pretty helpful enlarging the circle.We came mostly for the dessert so I can't say anything about the bbq...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku splits the difference between Japanese Hibachi and Korean barbeque. It's definitely fun for groups because of the communal grills--about one per four people. Gyu-Kaku offers an impressive...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i miss this place! nice ambiance & great bar.... i love the coco mo
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
DATE SPOT ALERT !! The portion here at Gyu-Kaku is so small that they get you craving for it again and again.... so I kept going back, till the 4th time. ..After the 4th time i realized it was jus not...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh man. How I love this place. What's not to like about meat you can grill yourself and nice cold beer?? If you go early (before 6:00 I think), there are great specials on meats and drinks. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Completely overpriced and their bathroom makes me want to hurl! (always flooded) I've eaten here 3 times only because it's close to my apartment and every time I've come out broke and hungry. Don't...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Happy hour here is excellent, offering some really good deals for food and drink. It ends at 6:30, so what my friends and I do is make sure we get there by 6:20, order everything we're going to eat...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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The beef is cut a little too thin but so soft and juicy. My favorite is Kalubi. (Dear owner, please add thicker kalubi on the menu.) They have great happy hour every day. I love the Monday Happy hour, Half...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Such a fun place to come with a big group or a date. Gives you something to do while eating delicious food.
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a double date with a couple who would not stop raving about this place. And they were right to rave! Gyu-Kaku is delicious good fun! The decor is elegant. The concept is a nice change of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend took me to Gyu Kaku as a surprise 'date' just last night. We had great seats right at the high-top counter on the left as you walk in. It was one of the greatest times I have had going...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here upon a recommendation from a friend, and I would recommend it to all my other friends, because it is just so much fun! The meats are flavorful and tender- there's only a few different...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you want to impress a date or a guest, in general, Gyu-Kaku is the perfect place to do that. The concept is Japanese BBQ sans the corny benihana chefs. The Kobe menu is a must, but pricey. Getting...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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I loved Gyu kaku food especially beef. I ordered some kind of beef and shrimp, it was really delicious but kalbi kuppa was not good. I think this restaurant is Japanese one but kuppa is korean food ,that's...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been to Gyu-Kaku with big groups, so I can't speak to its appeal for a date or a small get together. But for groups, it's awesome. It's such an experience! Everyone gets into the bbqing...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Do you look at a menu and say 'OK!'?" --Rodney Dangerfield, Back to SchoolHow often do you go out to eat, look at a menu, and seriously consider ordering one or two of everything listed? Me neither....
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
To start off I might be a little biased with my review for two reasons. 1. I came here on a really bad first date and 2. And I'm sorry I really don't see the appeal in going for an expensive meal...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I confess... I enjoy grilling my own food while under the influence. And if you are like me and the influence involves a great selection of sake, then Gyu-Kaku is for you. I can't say that the meal...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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What's better than eating steak? Eating steak the way you like it. This place is one BBQ experience that you don't have to clean up afterwards. It was a great ice breaker when I brought my blind date here over...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's only worth it to make your way down to Gyu-Kaku during the weekday half off specials after 9pm. The Thursday Harami Miso BBQ is my favorite by far. It must be the tenderness of the meat that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of those restaurants which miraculously works for what can be three challenging scenarios for one place: a date, a family dinner and a fun night with friends. Unless of course your family and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The meat is great but definitely overpriced.They have a wonderful half-off all meat after 9 pm deal though.It is Japanese BBQ (very similar to Korean bbq) where everyone sits around a table and gets a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku is a Japanese BBQ restaurant. Every table is outfitted with a small circular grill in the center of the table. It's very interactive and fun as you get to cook your own meal. The staff is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love their rice (it was a little spicy) and grill meats. I order the set dinners which includes a lot of things including desserts. the portions are small for me because im a big eater :)
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to branches of Gyu Kaku in Japan a couple of times so was very happy to find they have branches over here. It was just as great as I remembered it.The place is really nicely decorated in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went on a Friday night for dinner with my boyfriend about 2 months ago. The place has a really good vibe, very cool decor and the dim lighting certainly helps the mood. The place was almost packed...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku is one of my favorite restaurants because I absolutely LOVE meat and fresh, hot food!Cooking Tips:Turn up the flame so that you char up the meat on the outside, yet still keep the meat tender...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay my review is not going to be as awesome as peter but I share his views. I got the meal for 2 on the back of the menu. Everything from the meat to the fish and the pancakes with the red bean....
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with a group of friends last week and couldn't be more pleased. The food was absolutely delicious, the service was friendly, and the atmosphere is fun! Who doesn't enjoy grilling in the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's labeled as japanese, but the food is geared more towards korean food.There was a barbecue grill in the center of the table and they also serve bibimbop. Come on...this is a korean joint. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku is a chain in Japan. This is the first one I've been to in the US. It almost makes you feel like you're in back in Japan...There was another Yaki Niku place in Manhattan that I liked...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh. Dear. God. Another entry for the "You are why I'm fat" list.My friend, Rachel H., gave me a gift certificate for this place. The hubby and I came in early Wednesday to take advantage of happy...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going here regularly for the past 3 years and it's still a personal favorite. My favorite cuts of meat include the Harami (deeply marinated, soft), the Premium Kalbi, and the US Kobe Kalbi...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku is pretty awesome. I like the Japanese/Korean barbecue places where they give you raw meat and you cook it yourself. This location is always busy, requiring reservations. If you have a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome restaurant/bar near J-town and NYU. Came here for the late night happy hour with co-workers. The place is very clean and beautiful for an Asian bbq place. Each day they have a 50% off on one...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As if the other 100 reviews didn't give it justice... if you are two, go for the Samurai Course prix fix!
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here on a random Friday night with a few friends. We were seated pretty quickly even though the place was full. The service was alright, the waiter that we had was a bit corny and all over...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very fun place. I went here with my wife one friday night randomly, no reservations, but apparently none needed if you arent picky on your seat. We were seated at the "bar" which was just as nice if...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a couple of times, and both times were a good experience. I can't say that this is the cheapest place to dine out, but it's a great place for a fun date or a special occasion.Great sake...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I loved this place. It has great early and late night specials as well. Be sure to check those out. It was really neat to cook my own dinner. I felt the Kobe Filet was a little overseasoned (salty)...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome place for a date or a group. Nice decor and atmosphere. Service was good as well as the food. Yes, it's a lot of work to eat here, but if you're spending time with people you like it's fun...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was really good, the service was friendly and attentive, and the ambiance is pretty darn koo/romantic/swanky.But for me to get full, I would have had to eat a LOT. And that means spend a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lots of fun if somebody else is paying! The service is really fantastic, the food is tasty, and the atmosphere is fun. But the portions are so small that it ends up being quite an expensive meal by...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The table was awkwardly wide (between people facing each other) to keep up a conversation with a group of friends, but I thought the DYI theme of this restaurant was fun, the food was really tasty,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was soo much fun! Prices are pretty reasonable and the food is great! CAme here with my bf and his sister. We tried a variety of different meats and rice/noodles. the Tongue was pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku is a TERRIBLE place to take a date, if said date hates delicious food/drinks and fun. If this date is a reasonably sane person, however, you're most likely going to be doing the hibbedy...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
good service, good atmosphere but be warned the food won't blow you away except the dessert... get ready to smell a little (fine, alot!) after the meal though, cause you're going to be cooking your...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
variety or bargain, what would you choose?I went here last year, spent like $50 or $60 a person for a friend's b-day. The food was great. The Kobe beef was the best, so delicious, but the portions are...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i've been here twice. i had my 27th birthday here with about 8 people, and then again on a date.the birthday party was a lot of fun - we got one of the booths in the back, which was a nice and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went with one other friend. Though I'd been to a yakinikuya before, it was my friend's first time at a Japanese BBQ so the first waiter who served us (I forgot his name) took time to explain every...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, that was fun. My nine-year old niece was in this week, visiting from MN with my parents. She was dying to do teppanyaki, but I refused to bow to her request for Benihana. Tried to find...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You would think that if you took the concept of Korean bbq... grilling meats and veggies at your own table... and put a Japanese spin to it, added more interesting varieties on the menu in smaller...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Have you ever talked to an attractive, put-together person that - for whatever reason - has this alien quality about them? Maybe it's a slight vacancy in the eyes, a smile that's a little creepy or...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, service was impeccable - aside from when arriving we had to wait 20mins for a 10:30 rsv for a table for 7. While waiting at the bar, I helped my dad order a bottle of sake, a made-up sour...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Five solid stars for that wonderful sweet, smoky smell that's left on my cashmere sweater and jacket for days afterwards.Great ambiance for pleasure or business.
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The grub is so good, I don't mind the self cooking! I am sorely ruined. There is nothing close to the set-up and quality that Gyu-kaku has in SF. The atmosphere is chill and conducive to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Melt in your mouth marbled beef comes at a price. Self cook at your table aka Yakiniku. Portions are meager but good (e.g. 6pcs of skirt steak aka harami miso for $10). Tasty food and you leave happy...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i really wanna give this place 3 stars because even though the quality of the food is good and fresh... the quantity and price of it is just way overpriced... i only come here for happy hour... today...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes, I amaze myself by not having tried excellent places sooner than I have. Gyu Kaku is one such place. It's been so close for so long, but prior to tonight, I've frequented the most retarded...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend took me here for my birthday and I expected a place with beautiful ambiance but so-so food...but to my surprise I was wrong!BOTH the ambiance and food was absolutely wonderful. I don't eat...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For the skinney read my review on the midtown location. I love the cooper square location as well. Better for a young, vibrant beat that Friday or Saturday night before going out. The dark ambience...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
- Good happy hour (early in the evening and then after 9:30) specials- Attentative service- Make sure you make a reservation (via Opentable) especially on the weekends and Thurs/Fri nights...could get...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
- intimate setting- great for dates and groups- recommend samuri
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A yummicilous place. Even on a Saturday night at 10pm. We called to make reservations seeing this is a hip place when all the NYUers go for dinner & drinks it seems. We hung around the bar to have...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
so good. has definitely become one of my favorite restaurants now. what sets this place apart from all the other table bbq restaurants i've been to isDESSERT!!!!! i am such a sucker for sweets. and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wonder who invented the idea of having restaurant patrons cook their own food. I can just imagine the chef of a five-star restaurant yelling at his sous-chef, "I'M TIRED OF GUESTS COMPLAINING THAT...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I am a total nerd I loved the Gyu Kaku in LA and had to findout if the one in NYC would be as good -- and it was even better!!The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is becausethe place is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Always love those DIY BBQ restaurants. Went for a friend's going away dinner and the place was packed. However, we had reservations so we were good to go once everyone was there.Our server (Sandra I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm usually not into chain restaurants, but this place is definitely worth it. And they haven't over diluted themselves. Except for maybe in southern Cali, but what place isn't diluted there.The whole...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food is fantastic. Barbeques are nicely marinated. Wide (within the Asian cuisine) selection on the menu. But....fairly pricey, so only giving it four stars. Otherwise, it would've been a five.
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went on a Friday night with no reservation. No tables available, but there were seats at this huge bbq bar that looked like a table to me. No qualms about sitting there. This place made me feel like...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here last night for my boyfriend's birthday (and I found this place on yelp) because he wanted Japanese food..I neglected to tell him that it was Japanese BBQ. He flipped out with happiness (it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They say atmosphere matters a lot, and believe me, it does. I've been to places where you cook your own food exactly like this in Asia, and its just not the same. Gyu-kaku describes itself as a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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It was my first time for Japanese BBQ and I was satisfied with the dinner. The meat was fresh and well marinated (i.e. tasty...). Portions were a little small but thats ok...just double up on the dishes....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to go with a group of friends or people from out of town. Chill atmosphere with large tables which can seat 8 people which was great for our group and we were seated right away at our...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here last night with a group of friend's at the recommendation of one of the girl's who had gone here previously. It's a spacious restaurant decorated very nicely in a Asian Zen sort of way....
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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Once my party was finally seated and served (this took a loooong time), I began to enjoy the food and service. At one point I noticed that some of the meat had a tart taste, like it was a bit off. This was a...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The place is very good the server is very nice.u can grill ur own meats. It fun I really like the place I been there so many time.Kobe beef is the best..It 's nice place to bring your girlfriend toeat...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friends took me here for my birthday last year and the atmosphere was top notch. Each table has a giant gas grill in the center to cook your own food. As much as I like cooking, I'd prefer not to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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They served us moldy food, literally (I took a picture). That's bad enough, but in addition, the draught beer was flat, and 50% frozen. The manager behaved like a moron to boot. We got up and left. Unless you...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what it is, but I absolutely love getting hands on with my food. I guess that's why I love Shabu-Shabu and Yakiniku so much! Something about being able to see my food cook, being in a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing in it for vegetarians. What you can eat in here would not be worth the trouble waiting to get a table and getting it cooked. It's a meat lover's heaven. Those of you who loves their own bbq,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I have gone here 3 or 4 times already. I am a rabid carnivore so I absolutely love all of their meat selections. We try to go during happy hour, when they have lower priced meat and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Gyu-kaku three or four times so far, and have really enjoyed the experience each time. The atmosphere is very sleek and modern, with big comfortable booths to sit in, and the waiters are...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I hate to give such a mediocre review but I came with a large group and one of our grills didn't work correctly. The meat on my side of the table didn't ever get the desired charring on the outside....
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
When going with anyone you want to have a conversation with, bear in mind that you will likely burn whatever it is you're cooking if you take your eyes away from the grill for too long. When going on...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
nice ambiance...great food.... love the japanese shabu-shabu the portions are a bit small, but filling...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-kaku is like the perfect blend of Benihana and Korean BBQ. I'm not actually a huge fan of Benihana, but everyone always seems to love going there for celebration occasions. Gyu-kaku is like that,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love gyu-kaku! What could be better than cooking your own deliciously marinated meat?!? I love this place. Its fun, good happy hour, The Harami Miso is excellent (thank you brian) also a big fan of...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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Went here for my birthday party with about 7 friends. This place is truly a diamond for NYC and great for groups of friends. In a city where there are all kinds of high end restaurants with top-notch chefs,...
menupages.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Arranged a friend's birthday at their Village location. We had an amazing time with a party of 11. Seating behind these modern screen for privacy, we were working off two grills. The booths were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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what a place to be at... went in there on a saturday night and ask for a table for three. the hostess said perhaps 30 minutes... we have a few tables finishing up and getting ready to pay the checks. it won't...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great Decor, but I think Gyu-Kaku is over price. I had the same sake that I brought back from Japan from my business trip and that how I found out. Anyway, let talk about the Gyuu. It was OK, but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously whats not to like about this place? It's one of my favorite restaurants in all the world. The first time I ever ate there I had never felt such satisfaction after a meal. I mean when they...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Who knew cooking your own food could be so wonderful?! I came here for a friend's birthday, and I was impressed w/ Gyu-Kaku from the moment I walked through the door. I enjoyed pretty much everything about...
menupages.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Instead of picking and choosing, we chose to get the set meal and were stuffed by the end. It started off w/ a salad and some edamame which were both very good. Then comes the bibimbap, the 3...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
it's a beautiful place, but do NOT come here if you're expecting to eat more than a few nibbles. sure, the prices are great.. but that's until you see you ordered toddler size portions (if even...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with some friends and I absolutely love this place. Yes they don't really honor reservations since we still had to wait 45 minutes for our reserved table. But nevertheless, I will come...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. Yelp is my new wingman. I "recommended" this place to my friends, we all went, and as usual, I looked like the friggin hero. Everything about this place was awesome. My only complaint is that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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This place is really romantic and everything was great... A little pricey though. But the beef was really good and the service was great even the dessert was great... I will def go back.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i've probably been here more often than any other restaurant in the past three months. was here this past tuesday and am going again tonight. best time to go though is during happy hour when there are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Damn the Kalbi here is good. Best time to go is their Happy Hour where the beer and one type of meat is 1/2 off. Without happy hour, the bill tends to add up quick, as you order quite a lot of dishes....
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Who loves this place? I DO I DO!!! If you haven't been you have to go. Japanese BBQ at it's best. Kalbi beef, assortment of seafood and chicken and veggies and just about everything you could...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just love this place. While very modern decor it still has a very cozy feeling. The food is always good and the BBQ is just fun. Having a bar grill area in the front allows you to come without a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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After reading all of the rave reviews here, I decided I go try out Gyu-Kaku for a rather special occasion tonight. The service is top-notch, and everyone - from the ladies at the check-in desk to the servers...
menupages.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome, awesome, awesome. After the Gramercy Pk Hotel bar wouldn't let our friends in, we were unceremoniously dislodged from that locale. What to do, where to go...6 people, 8pm, Manhattan. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first time having yakiniku (Japanese-style Korean BBQ). We had the duck miso, kalbi, and bibimba (bibimbap).My food was cooked perfectly (I didn't do the cooking) and I loved the flavor...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
love this place, a nice place for two and even a group! i have cravings for this place...the food is simple but delicious. something about bbq-ing your own food makes it just so much more fun to eat...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bring on the raw meat!!!! Yeah. this places brings out the manly bbqer in me. yum. yum. yum. bring me all the meats you have. the sauces and marinades are amazing. just a quick sear and SLURP. Jodi K...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I used to have Japanese BBQ in Japan and Taiwan. When I was forced to go to this place by my friends (sometimes I like to stay at home when feeling upset), this place amazed me. After having that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first experience with Japanese BBQ was here and I'm soo glad I tried it! The overall food experience was good, but the prices are steep for the amount they give. Japanese BBQ has thinner slices...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think I came here almost every month when I first moved to New York... see we never had these things in other US cities (except LA and others I may not know of)...Things I love here:Kalbi, gyu...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
While at first this place does not look that expensive, the prices pile on as you order more and more food. This is mainly because of the portions. Wow 8 dollars for a plate of beef! What a deal...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You pay for the novelty of this restaurant like Rainforest Cafe and labor (for yourself). The miso-based sauce if pretty tastey once the meat is cooked, but it is kind of pricey for a regular night...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2007
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First off, if you don't like tabletop grillling, skip this place altogether, you'll have sparse options. That being said, everything else is fantastic. The bibimbap is excellent when paired with the meats. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We walked in and I felt like I was one of those cool trendy New Yorkers (you know the ones wearing the latest fashions that cost more than what most people make a week, have great hair and wear those...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku is a nice little diversion really. You get your food raw and cook it. Like the Melting Pot, but without the vat of boiling oil. I liked coming here, but by the end of the meal, I wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A friend of mine had her Bday here this past weekend. We got there at around 9pm on a Sat. The place was packed. We were seated way in the back. The first thing I noticed was the smell, there was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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i salivate every time i think about the kobi beef there. oh great, now i've made a pool of drool on my desk.
menupages.com - user review - 05/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku is all about fun and food. You are your own chef, cooking tasty morsels perfectly to your liking, right there at your table. It is an ideal way to share a meal with family and friends....
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2007
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This is a great restaurant. The food is really good, and has a great atmosphere and decor one of the best, in the east village. You will not be disappointed
menupages.com - user review - 04/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great decor.. . cool idea. I WISH we had one in SF and I'm bitter that LA has these and we don't. The drinks were good - especially the Ronin - but pricey and the food was very good. The marinades...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great japanese bbq place...kinda of like a mix b/t japanese and korean...we usually go there for 1/2 off meat nights...they have 2 happy hours between 5-630 and 930-closing, very on the dot about what...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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The food here is fresh and delicious! I was stuffed like silly! It was my second time there, coz I have a friend loves this place to death. We got the salad (yummy), and the meats, and eel and rice...
menupages.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just discovered this place with a little help from my friends a couple months ago. I've been back twice since. =)The portions are pretty small, so you can either double up or try more different...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku has been one of the most famous Japanese BBQ (Yakiniku) restaurants in NYC for a while now and across the world (popular Japanese chain), with the food deceptively looking like Korean BBQ...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE Japanese BBQ. But here's my beef (bad joke) with Gyu-Kaku. Four or more people can have a hoot of a time here, but everytime I've gone with 4 people I run into the same problem - too many...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu-Kaku serves japanese yakiniku. Yakiniku is very similar to korean bbq except they use thinner cuts of meat and use less seasoning than korean bulgogi and kalbi. The cuts of the meat here are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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My Bf and I had a reservation there for 9:15, and we didn't get sat until 10:30!! This is the 3rd time this has happened to us, but we love the food so much we keep going back. This was at the east village...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've done Korean BBQ before. I've done Yakatori before. Now I've done Japanese BBQ.This place has a nice decor and is a great place to go with a group or a few friends. That way, you can try a few...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum... yum... yum. I had dinner here with my sister here last night... and it made me so HAPPY. We ordered two different beef dishes... garlic shrimp... the salad... the garlic potatoes... the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for lunch with two of my close female colleagues in the hedge fund industry for the first time - they just recently opened their mid-town location! So happy they did. The lunch special...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is fun - it's HUGE, so waits are usually minimal, and cooking meet on a gas flame brings out the grillmaster in all of us. The portions aren't huge, but you can still eat well for about...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2006
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Food was amazing, one of my favorite places in Manhattan. Service was fine, no complaints, but nothing special. Value, don't think this place merrits only $$ but is reasonable for how good it is. Atmosphere is...
menupages.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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I went their last night with my boyfriend and had the most amazing time. We usually have trouble compromising with restaurants but we both loved it. The service was great, the prices were reasonable, the decor...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Been here a couple of times. Not thrilled either time. It's a novelty thing which is fun and different from the usual appetizer dinner dessert structure. You get to try lots of things, though...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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I have literally been to gyu kaku over 20 times in the past almost 2 years that I've lived in NY and I love this place. I happened to stumple upon it on accident. I needed to use the bathroom one day and was...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/01/2006
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Excellent from top to bottom, food was great, service was very pleasing, the only thing is cooking your own food is a little overwhelming at first, but I'm sure it will grow on me and you. FUN TIMES.
menupages.com - user review - 10/25/2006
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it's basically expensive korean bbq in a hip atmosphere, so for special occasions i can see why you'd go there (i'm from San Francisco, $15 would feed at least 2 and you'd get 12 free side dishes). Lychee...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely delicious! This is somewhat of a mix between Japanese and Korean BBQ. You grill your own kalbi at the table, etc.The wait staff is very friendly as well as attentive. They're always...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I knew about this place before spending a fortune at Woo Lae Oak, which is about a five minute walk from here. Gyu-Kaku is fantastic. The service borders on TOO attentive, if you can imagine....
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2006
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Two words, kobe. beef. Chriiist is it good!
menupages.com - user review - 09/19/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good food and great service. The beef is quite tasty. The atmosphere is great, and the wait staff is very attentive - our grill was changed 4 times during our meal (which is key so that your desert...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Gyu Kaku is pretty good. Just so everyone knows, it's a Korean/Japanese fusion restaurant. All the meats and vegetables they give you are really fresh. I only wish they gave you bigger portions for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2006
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This is definitely the best restaurant i have ever been to. The food is absolutely amazing as well as the service. One of the best date places, if not the best, in the east village. You will not be...
menupages.com - user review - 09/09/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have a secret. They have ponzu. But you have to ask for it. I have another secret. It's best to go during happy hour. Half off kalbi? What a steal. and the draft beer is cheap too. woo. (ew I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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I came here with a friend the other day for the happy hour. Not only was the food delicious, but our waitress was courteous, helpful, and absolutely adorable. The management at Gyukaku really deserve some sort...
menupages.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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My goodness this place is spendy. The portions aren't even that big, but the quality of the meat for this Yakiniku fest is decent, just not filling. The service tries hard to accommodate big groups, but often...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/01/2006
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This is a fun place to take large group of people (which also helps to cut down on the price) but I could see how it might not be the spot for an intimate dinner for two. Much of your time you are cooking and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2006
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My boyfriend took me here for Valentine's Day and we've been hooked ever since! I think it's safe to say we go at least once/twice every two weeks, and we take all of our friends! Now everyone's addicted! The...
menupages.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you love Japanese BBQ, then this is the place to go. Nice decor, good service, but above all else, great food!For a table of four, we went with the set menu, which was nice as we got to try a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hmm beef. As a Midwesterner, I grew up loving a good slab of beef. I have to say that this place makes my heart melt. Between the Kobe beef and the other stuff, can I just say, "thank you God, for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2006
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Awesome service, great food, and fun idea. Great place for a date, to entertain out of town guests, or for a girl's night out. Our server was genuinely nice, courteous, and the timing of the dishes was...
menupages.com - user review - 07/11/2006
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I went here with 3 other people and everything we ordered was fantastic. Highly recommend the tofu salad. I know it doesn't sound like much but it's really good. And definitely get the 'smore' for dessert.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I reserved this place for a surprise birthday dinner and was overwhelmed with how much it exceeded my expectations. This place is Japanese BBQ at its best (but I'm still exploring).. they have a huge...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Japanese BBQ.I just came back from here tonight, after hearing everyone rave about this place. I have to say this is a very good BBQ place. Nice decor. It isn't 100% Japanese really, there are some...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2006
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This restaurant may be a little pricy for BBQ. But it is worth the price. The taste is slightly different for that of Korean BBQ. The decor is very stylish. I definitely recommend this place.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2006
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i went during their 50% off sale and i thought the food tasted great, but way overpriced for small portion. i ordered quite a lot to sample different things and combinations of sauces, but was hardly full. i...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down the best Japanese BBQ restaurant in NYC! The modern decor, friendly service, excellent beef, trendy location and relaxing atmosphere makes this restaurant perfect for social events....
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2006
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My cousin took me here and the food was so delicious! I enjoyed the beef dishes and the zucchini. Also, had my first smore and that was yummy too! We ordered 3 meat dishes, 2 veggies, 1 smore and 2 soda's. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I took a friend to try this place out after reading its review from other Yelpers, especially the ones who named Gyu-Kaku the best new restaurants of last year. Got there and found out that it's...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2006
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Our server was awesome and the food was perfect! My new favorite place in lower Manhattan! The salad dressing on their house salad was sooooo good! I love this place and I can't wait to go back!
menupages.com - user review - 05/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for a friends law school graduation party and had such a wonderful meal. The waitress was fast, efficient, and extremely friendly. And the food was amazingly fresh. I had the happy hour...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2006
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Look, I hesitate to review on this site becasue it seems as though the people that do must be from the mid west or are college students who just arrived and are shocked by common NY dining experiences that are...
menupages.com - user review - 05/05/2006
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Loved it. Loved the tastes. Loved the waitress. Loved the drinks. The mouthwash in the bathroom is a good suggestion for all restaurants!Would go back any day.We had teh Samurai dinner, with a bit of...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/02/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Super-affordable and hands down has THE nicest server I've ever encountered. Everyone there was super-nice, but our waiter...wow...he was more than spectacular. Knowledgeable, informative, helpful,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2006
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Please, don't go here. I am begging you. My dream is to eat yakiniku every day for the rest of my life, and if everyone knows about this place then I won't be able to. Those thin slices of kalbi... which sauce...
menupages.com - user review - 03/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite restaurant in all of NYC. The food is awesome and it's super fun. Basically you order what you want and they bring it to you raw and you cook it at a little grill in the center...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2006
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I say reluctantly because the more people know about this place, the more crowded it will be. The food is just friggin fresh and good. A clear indicator of a good asian restaurant is if you see a lot of asian...
menupages.com - user review - 01/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There is nothing like cooking up batch of raw meat with a group of friends. Gyu-Kaku's decor sports a tasteful, lively vibe ... great for "the ice breaking first date" or small groups. Aside from the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been here a few times already and love this place. Good fresh meats, good salads, Great decour and staff, Great daily specials.
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2006
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First of all, when you call to book a reservation, you get the friendliest voice on the other end. First plus. My date and I arrived 30 mins. late for our reservation and still got a fantastic leather booth in...
menupages.com - user review - 01/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Gyu Kaku about three weeks ago. The gyu kaku salad was amazing, along with the premuim kalbi. You must get the bibimba it was the best, if you get a good server they will come back and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great for parties and dates... very hands on approach, cooking and chatting. Kobe, Harami, kabi,,,, all the meats are great! ask for the recommended sauce and don't be afraid of trying...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2006
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I've been a long-time patron of the Gyu-Kaku chain since living in Los Angeles. I was estatic when I found out that they opened a new one in NYC. First of, the foods are amazingly fresh, with superb quality,...
menupages.com - user review - 12/27/2005
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Its very nice, great food and great service. I highly recommend it.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/12/2005
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This place is great! Went last night with two friends and had a blast. The server could not have been more attentive, the food was great (we ordered a bunch of items and all shared) and was reasonably priced....
menupages.com - user review - 12/01/2005
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I dined here Saturday night with a group of my girlfriends. From the moment we entered the door we were all impressed. We were immediately seated, and unlike a lot of restaurants in Manhattan, we didn't have...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2005
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The atmosphere, food & service are excellent here. Of the 15 times i have eaten here since their soft opening have been awesome. this is better than their chain in Hawaii. Comes out to be $40 a head, which in...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Why go camping when you can gather around a fire in the comfort and beauty of this luxurious restaurant? That's right- at Gyu-Kaku there is a built-in BBQ at your own table where you can watch your...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2005
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Decor is extremely trendy and spacious. Waiters are well trained and friendly. I HIGHLY recommend kobe toro steak and the cold noodle. Do not over cook the kobe steak though. Medium cooked steak will leave the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/22/2005
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This place only opened up three months ago but will be here to stay. Sexy crowd and really fun atmosphere. Great for a group of six or a date. We were three and got the best seats in the house which are the...
menupages.com - user review - 07/22/2005
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I just got back from this place, and it is AWESOME! I've been to other do it yourself barbecue, but this one rules! Food is great (try the Harami miso), servers are hot, and its not expensive! All Japanese in...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/03/2005
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Since I moved from Japan to NY, I missed good Yakiniku (BBQ). Korea town is ok, but I missed Japanese style so much! This reminds me of when I used to go drinking with my friends to relax. Food is great! Meat...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/01/2005
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I went to Gyu Kaku about three weeks ago, it was the best experience I have had in a new york restaurant. The gyu kaku salad was amazing, along with the premuim kalbi. You must get the bibimba it was the best,...
menupages.com - user review - 05/31/2005
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I love this rest...the decor very beautiful, nice n elegant... The food was also good.. I like the tofu soup.. kind of spicy but not burning.. n seaweed with cream cheese hmm.. yummy... I had the kobe beef and...
menupages.com - user review - 05/30/2005
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I just got home from there and I am very happy. We left very full . We had 2 pitchers of beer and plenty of food. All for $40 each for a party of 4 including tax and tip. We had a few types of beef , shrimp ,...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/21/2005
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Korean: big proportions, big tastes, big (and often FREE) side dishes, free rice (and sometimes soup or neng myun), small priceGyuKaku: deceptively priced to seem reasonable-- until you get your 5-midget-piece...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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I don't understand all the comments about the menu being overpriced. If you want good food, atmosphere, and service, you have to pay for it. Dinner and wine for 2 cost about $100 and we both left happily full,...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/14/2005
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Had an absolute blast eating here the other night - the service is friendly and upbeat, the food is AMAZING - nothing tastes better than hot off the grill in front of you!The back room is very nice, and quiet...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2005
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Gyukaku...for most of us natives, its the ultimate "Yakiniku (BBQ)" joint to enjoy a feast of meat for a reasonable price but with great service. Gyukaku succeeds in delivering one, which for "budget ballers"...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/03/2005
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The premium kalbi tare was very tasty, the kobe was good, too. I liked the bibimbap hotstone rice -it was very good-better than the time I had it at a Japanese restaurant in Vancouver that supposedly was very...
menupages.com - user review - 05/03/2005
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The place is really nice w/ Asian flair. Service was excellent, although the place was really crowded. Downside is, that although the food tastes the same, or similar to the bbq (yakiniku) restaurants in...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/02/2005
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I went to the opening for this place and the food was awesome. We ate all the beef dishes which were all excellent. I liked the tofu salad and tofu soup. Definitely have dessert - the mochi ice cream is so...
menupages.com - user review - 04/16/2005
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Gyu-Kaku East Village is all about fun and food. You are your own chef, cooking tasty morsels perfectly to your liking, right there at your table. It is an ideal way to share a meal with family and friends....
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