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East Village - Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY | East Village Manhattan, New York, NY

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY | East Village Manhattan

4.6 (1891)
$31 to $50
Japanese
34 Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003

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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY | East Village Manhattan

4.6
$31 to $50
Japanese
East Village

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2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for brunch
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!

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–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 11:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Private party facilities
    Gyu-Kaku East Village is the first and oldest Gyu-Kaku location on the East Coast, located in the historic Village Voice building. It offers a unique dining experience in one of the most iconic areas of New York City.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    East Village
  • Cross Street
    Cooper Sq. / 3rd Ave (between E.5th & E. 6th)
  • Parking Details
    Street parking available. Lot parking is available on 8th st and Cooper or E. 4th and Bowery.
  • Public transport
    6 train at Astor Place R,W train at 8th Street
  • Entertainment
    Playing Sports everynight on two 42" LCD
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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Experiences

  • Lunch Menu: Fast, Fresh, and Flawless Prices

    1 - 20 people

    Multiple dates available
    Take a break from the office or find your way into a cozy seat after a stroll in the neighborhood. Your favorite BBQ meats and delicious rice and noodle bowls paired with soup and/or salad. Available at participating locations on weekdays excluding holidays. Prices, hours, and availability vary. ALSO AVAILABLE in limited capacity for DELIVERY & TAKEOUT!! Restrictions may apply. See website for details. www.GYU-KAKU.com
    Lunch Menu: Fast, Fresh, and Flawless Prices photo
  • Happy Hour: That Magical Time of Day

    1 - 20 people

    Multiple dates available
    We're all about bringing the Magic to your pocket book! Train that money muscle and save BIG during the Happiest time of day on dozens of BBQ dishes, small plates, and other sharables. We also offer great deals on our drinks at select locations. Available at participating locations on select days and hours. Prices, hours, and availability vary. Restrictions may apply. See website for details. www.GYU-KAKU.com
    Happy Hour: That Magical Time of Day photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY | East Village Manhattan.

4.6

4.6
(1891)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in East Village offers a "unique dining experience" with "delicious food and drinks." Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive" service, and regulars highlight it as a "neighborhood gem." While some note noise levels and service delays, overall, it remains a "go-to place for Japanese BBQ."
1,891 Reviews
  1. Jennifer Gold

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    best service ever i love it 10/10 our server was great dom and tarn was very nice to us

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  2. Bekzot

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They increased prices significantly. Bills for same orders now roughly 40% more.

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  3. Max

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good, service was mid. people are nice but if you make a reservation after 11 you are basically being pushed out as soon as you walk in. Also they didn’t sing my girlfriend happy birthday, even though in the reservation i specifically put it was her birthday 😡

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  4. Veronica

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Big thank you to the hostess who found room for us even though I failed to actually make my reservation on OpenTable. We love gyu kaku and this location in particular, best servers and waiters, always friendly, food always good.

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  5. Shylissa

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything is amazing, I always get the harami steak and the ny strip steak, w the spicy bimbap rice

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  6. Hoy Gold

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 3 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly staff and professional service. Tasty food and is our go to place for Japanese BBQ.

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  7. Daniel

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good other than the table guest next to us were obnoxiously loud.

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  8. Poca

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 20 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time at this location everything was great 10/10

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  9. Leigh

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 7 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a good time and the food was fine, but it was so loud that we couldn’t hear each other or the servers very well. This was in part because we were in the back surrounded by big groups.

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  10. Ilia Gold

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing dining experience. Went on a date night and my husband and I enjoyed it so much.

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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–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 11:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Private party facilities
    Gyu-Kaku East Village is the first and oldest Gyu-Kaku location on the East Coast, located in the historic Village Voice building. It offers a unique dining experience in one of the most iconic areas of New York City.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    East Village
  • Cross Street
    Cooper Sq. / 3rd Ave (between E.5th & E. 6th)
  • Parking Details
    Street parking available. Lot parking is available on 8th st and Cooper or E. 4th and Bowery.
  • Public transport
    6 train at Astor Place R,W train at 8th Street
  • Entertainment
    Playing Sports everynight on two 42" LCD
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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FAQs

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY (East Village) is open Mon–Thu and Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm, and Fri–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm; Happy Hour is listed as Daily 11:00 am–6:00 pm.

Yes, Gyu-Kaku East Village's interactive tabletop yakiniku and several positive anniversary and Valentine's Day visits make it a fun, memorable choice for a date night.

For a calmer visit, pick a Sunday afternoon, guests say the dining room was “not loud at all.” For great value, happy hour runs daily from 11:00 am–6:00 pm and reviewers praise those deals.

Casual dress, the restaurant’s stated guideline is Casual Dress, so comfortable, relaxed clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is required.

Gyu-Kaku East Village is a casual, social Japanese BBQ where you cook at the table, reviewers call it fun, vibrant and well suited to groups, with a distinctly Japanese aesthetic in the dining room.

Yes, Gyu-Kaku is family-friendly: the owner description calls it a perfect spot for family time, and guests note kids enjoy the interactive cooking with patient, helpful staff.

Expect the busiest, most bustling visits during peak nights and busy weekends, guests report long waits, packed dining rooms and holiday rushes like Valentine’s Day, while Sunday afternoons have been noted as noticeably quieter.

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A photo of Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY | East Village Manhattan restaurant

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY | East Village Manhattan

4.6
$31 to $50
Japanese
East Village

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
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