Gyu-kaku

missfoodie2006 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

Fun & Good Food – I got addicted to GK after being a regular at the W LA location. I must admit I liked the small atmosphere of the WLA restaurant, but the La Cienega one grew on me. If you're looking for authentic KBBQ, you will be disappointed, but if you keep an open-mind, you'll appreciate the Japanese (and I think very American) twist on the KBBQ theme. I've tried just about everything here over the years - The Harami Miso is so flavorful and succulent, it's my favorite! The Japanese sweet potato and Unagi Bibimba (the ... read more

tony_starks 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

My Favorite Place for a Dinner Date – This is one of my favorite restaurants here in LA. The food it very tasty (a mix of japanese/korean) and their service has always been excellent - probably because at the end of each meal the servers give the customers a survey/rating card. The food can get a bit pricey but it really is worth it. (I usually end up spending $50-70 for a dinner date). There is limited street parking, but they share valet with the adjacent restaurant (Fond du Chao?) for about $3. 

nweiss 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

User review by nweiss – I'll admit it's not the most authentic, however it is a chain AND trendy, so what do you expect? Also, it's a Japanese BBQ place, not Korean so of course they're not going to have authentic Korean food! The food was tasty, the service awesome and the vibe fun. I'd come back. 

leprive 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

fake $ Korean food--no thanx – Take it from a Korean and a friend who works there--Gyu-Kaku is not authentic Korean food. Involuntary visits find the menu annoying, the bibimbap and kimchi are tasteless and the meats are not marinated well. The menu screams poseur Korean food and the galbi came out as 3 little pieces and the bill was ridiculous. Avoid this place at all costs and to Koreatown Los Angeles--the epicenter of real authentic Korean food! 

Contributor 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

Do-it-yourself Japanese barbecue gets a hip makeover at this jaunty Japanese import. – The Scene Traditional (tatami booths) meets modern (exposed overhead piping) in this narrow dining room that buzzes with excitement, perhaps from the anticipation of playing with an open grill. Gregarious servers hustle to a looping soundtrack of hip-hop and electronica. The crowd runs the gamut from hipsters sporting vintage Levi's to families enjoying quality time. The Food With outposts on nearly every corner in Japan, Gyu-Kaku is the S... read more

margie2265 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

korean BBQ, american-style – we decided to try this place out recently, since we kept passing it. i ordered the garlic shrimp and scallops, my husband ordered two different types of beef; according to what the waiter recommended. it took a while for our grill to get hot, but once it did, the food cooked relatively fast. the portions are pretty small, so you have to order a few dishes per person. my food was ok, nothing special. my husband's beef was marinated well, but the cuts of the beef were really bad. it felt like cheap... read more

vincent3232 

on Citysearch

19 years ago

The Review – Good service, Good atmoshphere, and wonderful food. My wife is Korean and loved the food. The sign of a good Korean resturant is the approval of one. Service was attentive and could be on par with a 4-seasons or Ritz Carlton. The energy of the restaurant and staff was good. I hope your experience was as good as ours. 

fiestascramble 

on Citysearch

20 years ago

Cook-your-own Japanese BBQ – Perfect for groups or couples, Gyu-Kaku ensures a fun, tasty evening. Try the prix-fixe meals, such as America's Choice, which comes with miso soup, salad, edamame, veggies, shrimp, chicken, short rib, skirt steak, bibimba and ice cream. Still hungry? Finish the meal with s'mores, which you can cook over the grill at your table. The service is amazing--very attentive, fast and helpful. They also have an extensive list of shochu (like a rice vodka) cocktails and sake. 

zildjian11 

on Citysearch

20 years ago

Fun dining at a reasonable price – Crowded and noisy, but that's part of the fun of this do-it-yourself cooking experience. Order from a large variety of meats and veggies slathered in your choice of flavorful sauces and marinades. Great specials during the week for happy hour (including 99 cent drafts). Make reservations (especially for dinner). Been there a few times and the service varies, but generally it's fast and friendly.