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Gyu-kaku - Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Midtown, Houston, TX

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Midtown

4.4
4.4
421 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
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 11:00 am–10:15 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 pm–10:15 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:15 pm Happy Hour Daily 11:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 750-9520
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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Experiences

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

    US$31.00 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) EARLY HOLIDAY PARTY DISCOUNT🥳

    US$38.50 - US$46.00 per person

    Dec 3, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    Save 10% OFF holiday courses! Celebrate your next company party or early holiday 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 12/3/24-12/19/24 at all participating North America locations. Offer is redeemable for 10% off applicable holiday courses only, 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) EARLY HOLIDAY PARTY DISCOUNT🥳 photo
  • (ONLINE ONLY) HOLIDAY BIG PARTY DISCOUNT🌲

    US$38.50 - US$46.00 per person

    Nov 20, 2024 - Jan 5, 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

Offers

  • Expansive Happy Hour Options!!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.,Fri - Sat - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.
    Enjoy dozens of our popular dishes at discounted rates during select hours. Our selection includes popular small plates, BBQ meats, seafood, veggies, rice, noodles, and more! Drink specials also available at select locations on select days or hours where allowed by law. For more details on specific hours and offerings, please visit our website for more details. www.GYU-KAKU.com

    Expansive Happy Hour Options!! photo

What 421 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Houston

    Good for groups

  • Houston

    Child-friendly

  • Houston

    Good for groups

  • Houston

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Houston's Midtown delights with "great food, experience, atmosphere, and prices." Guests praise the attentive service, especially from staff like Jesus and Kiah, who enhance the dining experience. While some note the need for a facelift, the "great food and great service for a great price" remains a highlight.

421 Reviews
  1. Jamal

    Houston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I would frequent this location quite often. The food is good definitely no issue there. My gripe is the service consistency. No communication between staff relayed from me. I specifically told Joshua that the meat portion of the course not be brought out before my party and finished the appetizer portion. There is just not enough real estate on the table for everything at once and it gets messy and frustrating. I had to ask 3 times where our drinks were. The same server came by repeatedly asking if we wanted the dessert when we clearly haven’t finished our food and watching us eat still. If you go to this location don’t get him as your server. Ask for Kia, she’s the saving grace of the establishment. I’m going to the location off the i10 fwy next time

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  2. Mercedes

    Baton Rouge

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My whole family loves to come here. My daughters love the smores as a dessert as well.

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  3. Melissa

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Forgot to place our order twice. Blamed it on computer crashes … twice. But other folks had food?? Thankfully they did comp our meal, an hour and a half later when we left with to go boxes, ironically holding the wrong items.

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  4. Marc

    Houston

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This was one of my favorite restaurants. I haven’t been there in over a year. I came for my birthday. The service was horrible. We ordered the “Meats Lovers” and 30 mins later they came to ask for our order. They never placed the order. They must have been understaffed. The place looked a mess. Grease all over the table. No draft beer available. We left before placing the order again. Very disappointing.

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  5. Brandon

    Houston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall the dinner was great and the value for what we had was amazing also it was my birthday so the birthday discount was great. The evening was great.

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  6. Toni

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time celebrating my birthday. Kiah had excellent service. She was very tentative and helpful with understanding the menu. I had a peach lemon drop that was delicious as well as a healthy portion of meat options. I will definitely be back!

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  7. lorence

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Muy mala experiencia, no había cerveza ni chilli peppers, muy mal servicio, la parrilla no servía

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  8. Matthew

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Jesus took care of us he was quick and efficient. He got our order right and answered a few questions I had he was very attentive would recommend him and will definitely be back soon !

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  9. Matt

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and i love coming here, ther verity of food and the experience of preparing it in front of you makes for a pleasant experience. High quality food, great service. Sub par manager. Still recommend

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  10. Robert J.

    New Mexico

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent as well as abundant if you go with the full course menu. The beef selections were a little hard to chew in some respects but don’t let that stop you from ordering.

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FAQs

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Midtown offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Midtown also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 750-9520.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Midtown is rated 4.4 stars by 421 OpenTable diners.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Midtown 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 43 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Midtown

510 Gray St, Ste A, Houston, TX 77002

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:15 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 pm–10:15 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:15 pm Happy Hour Daily 11:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • 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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