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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Charlotte, NC | Second Ward, Charlotte, NC

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Charlotte, NC | Second Ward

4.6
4.6
594 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
  • Charming
  • Innovative
  • 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–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (980) 585-3012
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Neighbourhood
    Charlotte
  • Parking details
    Parking Garage in the building is validated for 2 hours. Code required. Please ask Host.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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What 594 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Charlotte offers a "unique ambience" and "exceptional dining experience." Guests rave about the "interactive cooking" and "superb, flavorful food." The restaurant is praised for its "friendly staff," although some mention service delays. Perfect for "special occasions," this spot provides "great value" and memorable gatherings.

594 Reviews
  1. Joey

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my third time here. I absolutely loooove this place! Trevor has always been my waiter (I try to go when he’s there). He’s been amazing since the first time, always very informative, charming and attentive. I 300% recommend this place and Trevor!

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  2. David VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gyu is always a go too when in Charlotte, the best bang for your buck if you want to eat like a king!

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  3. Pamela

    Charlotte30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food to be had here. Service is good too. The food is a little pricey for what you get.

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  4. Jonathan

    Charlotte3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the first time my wife and I were here and hands down an awesome experience we are planning another visit soon with some friends.

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  5. Roy

    Charlotte1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Me and my partner had a wonderful experience here, our server was really helpful on explaining how the menu works and how to order. Food was great very simple sauces and marinades but over all meat quality was amazing.

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  6. Latoia

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I enjoyed my experience for the first time. The waiter was fantastic. I will be back again!!

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  7. Victor

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very well organized and on point. The servers are wonderful and very helpful. Grace was our server and she did a phenomenal job taking care of us on valentines! Everything is clean and maintained. It was fun grilling your own food. The food was top notch and worth more than we paid in my opinion. I’ve paid more for terrible food. But in this case I paid less for amazing food. Will definitely be returning and bringing more friends with me to experience this amazing place!!

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  8. Cassandra

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience as always and the food is amazing!

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  9. Sean

    Charlotte1 review

    1.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Made reservations, days ahead, for 8:30pm. Arrived and got seated without asking if reservations were made. Sit down and told by the server we needed to order quickly because the kitchen closed in 15 mins. What’s the point in making a reservation that wasn’t observed and not notifying customer that the kitchen closed before we could sip our water??? They’re already overpriced, compared to other Asian “BBQ” places. But, the service leaves even more to be desired to expect someone to pay $100 for 15 minutes.

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  10. Stephanie

    Charlotte5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were short on time to make a show tonight. Service was fast and impeccable. The food was amazing. It's always a treat to have dinner at Gyu-Kaku!

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FAQs

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Charlotte, NC | Second Ward offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Charlotte, NC | Second Ward also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (980) 585-3012.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Charlotte, NC | Second Ward is rated 4.6 stars by 594 OpenTable diners.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Charlotte, NC | Second Ward 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 p.m.
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Charlotte, NC | Second Ward

650 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Charlotte, NC 28202-2608

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Charlotte
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 11:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking Garage in the building is validated for 2 hours. Code required. Please ask Host.
  • 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, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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