Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Brea, CA | Brea Downtown

Name: Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Brea, CA | Brea Downtown
Address: 120 S. Brea Blvd Unit 1, Brea, CA, United States, 92821
Telephone: (714) 671-9378
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

127 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

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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.

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 11:00–21:00 Tue–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:30 Sun 11:00–20:30 Happy Hour Mon 11:00–21:00 Tue–Thu 16:00–18:00 Tue–Thu 20:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 20:30–22:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–18:00 Sun 11:00–18:00
Phone number
(714) 671-9378
Website
https://www.gyu-kaku.com/brea/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
You are the Chef!

Location
120 S. Brea Blvd Unit 1, Brea, CA 92821
Area
Brea / La Habra
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wine

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Experiences

Prix-Fixe BBQ Courses for Everyone: Starting at...
US$37.00 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
(ONLINE ONLY) EARLY HOLIDAY PARTY DISCOUNT🥳
US$44.50 - US$53.00 per person
3 Dec 2024 - 19 Dec 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) HOLIDAY BIG PARTY DISCOUNT🌲
US$44.50 - US$53.00 per person
20 Nov 2024 - 5 Jan 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

Gyu-Sushi
With premium roast beef, Japanese shoyu BBQ sauce, and kuki-wasabi on the side
- 4 PcsUS$10.45
- 2 PcsUS$5.45
- Happy Hour - 4 PcsUS$8.45
- Happy Hour - 2 PcsUS$4.45
Spicy Tuna Volcano*US$8.45
Spicy tuna on crispy fried rice, drizzled with Japanese shoyu BBQ sauce
- Happy HourUS$7.45
EdamameUS$4.50
- Happy HourUS$3.50
Garlic EdamameUS$5.50
Spicy Jalapeño EdamameUS$5.50
Napa KimchiUS$5.50
- Happy HourUS$4.00
Wakame Seaweed SaladUS$4.95
- Happy HourUS$4.45
Spicy Cold TofuUS$5.95
Soft tofu with crunchy chili garlic sauce and kimchi
- Happy HourUS$4.95
Shio Negi Cold TofuUS$5.95
Cold tofu topped with white soy sesame oil and green onions
- Happy HourUS$4.95
Spicy Cabbage SaladUS$5.95
- Happy HourUS$4.95
Garlic Shio CabbageUS$3.95
Spicy Addicting CucumberUS$5.95
Crunchy cucumbers in a slightly spicy crunchy chili garlic dressing
- Happy HourUS$4.95
Fried Pork Gyoza DumplingsUS$6.95
Juicy fried pork dumplings Served with citrus ponzu
- Happy HourUS$5.95
Steamed Chili DumplingsUS$7.50
Pork dumplings with crunchy chili garlic oil
Yuzu Shishito PeppersUS$7.45
Skillet fried peppers with Japanese yuzu citrus! Occasionally spicy!
- Happy HourUS$6.45
Tuna Poké Nachos*US$11.00
Fresh cubed tuna poké with diced avocado and seaweed salad. Served with sweet soy sauce, sesame oil, and crispy wonton chips
- Happy HourUS$10.00
Chili Mayo Fried ShrimpUS$9.45
Deep-Fried tail-on shrimp tossed in our crunchy garlic aioli sauce with fresh chopped green onions
Chili & Yuzu Roast BeefUS$10.00
Gyu-Kaku signature roast beef topped with crunchy chili garlic yuzu oil
Fried Bacon ChipsUS$7.95
Crunchy, deep-fried pork belly slices. Served with salt and lemon
- Happy HourUS$6.45
Japanese Chicken KaraageUS$6.95
Juicy Japanese fried chicken served with chili mayo sauce
TakoyakiUS$7.45
6 fried octopus fritters drizzled with takoyaki sauce and Japanese mayo, topped with crushed bonito flakes and green onions
- Happy HourUS$6.45
Vegetable Spring RollsUS$7.95
Mixed vegetables rolled in a light wonton wrapper and fried. Served with sweet chili sauce and a shishito pepper
- Happy HourUS$6.45
Cheese Corn ButterUS$6.45
Mix of melted butter, cheese, and corn served in a small cast iron skillet
- Happy HourUS$4.95
Fried CalamariUS$7.50
Served with yuzu basil aioli
Fried Cheese WontonsUS$6.45
Cream cheese and green onions in crispy wontons. Served with sweet chili sauce
- Happy HourUS$5.45
Miso Chili WingsUS$10.00
Chicken wings coated in our sweet and spicy miso chili sauce
Black Pepper WingsUS$9.45
Dangerously addicting! Fresh-fried wings tossed in a sweet soy and black pepper sauce
- Happy HourUS$7.95

Salad

Yuzu Dressing: This signature dressing is characterized by a refreshing spiciness infused with the aromatic Japanese citrus, Yuzu. It combines yuzu infused ponzu with an accent of spicy green jalapeños. Sesame Miso Dressing: Paired with sesame's strong aroma, vinegar and mustard make the taste refreshing. Please enjoy the hint of miso as the secret ingredient of this signature dressing. Enjoy at Home! Ask your server for more details

Yuzu Avocado SaladUS$9.45
Avocado, cucumber slices, tomatoes, and crunchy wonton croutons adorn a green leaf lettuce salad. Drizzled with our zesty and refreshing Yuzu Dressing
- W/ Roast BeefUS$11.45
- W/ Shrimp*US$12.45
- W/ SalmonUS$13.45
Gyu-Kaku Salad
Mixed vegetables, daikon radish, hardboiled egg slices in our sesame house dressing
- FullUS$8.45
- HalfUS$4.95
- Happy Hour - FullUS$7.45
- Happy Hour - HalfUS$4.45
Karaage Avocado SaladUS$9.95
Juicy Japanese Chicken Karaage, avocado, variety of salad, vegetables, and sliced hardboiled egg. Mixed in house special white soy sauce dressing and drizzled with chili mayo sauce

Soup

Super Hot! Spicy Jalapeño Miso (20 cal) (Gluten Free, Vegetarian) Add for +$1

Seaweed SoupUS$3.95
Egg SoupUS$4.95
Silken egg in vegetable broth
Miso SoupUS$3.95
Traditional Japanese soup
Spicy Tofu Chigae Soup* **US$9.45
Kimchi, ground chicken, tofu, sesame, egg, and green onions

Premium Beef

1/2 Lb of Special Skirt Steak!

Prime Kalbi Short Rib*US$15.45
Juicy marbled USDA prime beef that melts in your mouth. Served with premium dipping sauce. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Salt & Pepper
Harami Skirt Steak*US$12.45
Our best-selling 21-day aged skirt steak. Marinade choices: Miso / Shio
Kobe Style Kalbi Short Rib*US$25.45
A must try for BBQ lovers! Intensely marbled beef short rib with a rich, mouthwatering texture. Served with premium dipping sauce. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Salt & Pepper
Harami in Secret Pot*US$28.00
21 Day Aged. ½ lb of our best-selling meat in a special mild miso marinade! Great for sharing between 2 or more people. Special Mild Miso Marinade
Beef Tongue*US$14.45
A classic cut for Japanese BBQ. Try it with a squeeze of lemon juice! Try with Lemon
- W/ Scallion SauceUS$15.95

Beef

Premium Sirloin*US$9.95
Hearty and tender. Served with premium dipping sauce. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Salt & Pepper
- Happy HourUS$8.95
Bistro Hanger Steak*US$9.45
21 Day Aged. Tender and lean hanger beef. Marinade choices: Miso / Garlic
- Happy HourUS$8.95
Kalbi Chuck Rib*US$9.45
Delicious, light marbled flavor. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Garlic
- Happy HourUS$7.95
New York Steak*US$9.95
Lean and juicy. Marinade choices: Garlic / Miso
- Happy HourUS$8.95
Filet Mignon*US$9.95
Lean cuts of filet mignon. Salt & Pepper
- Happy HourUS$9.45
Angus Beef Rib*US$7.95
Cubed short rib meat. Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Miso
- Happy HourUS$6.45
Toro Beef*US$7.45
Thin-sliced beef belly, just like bacon! Marinade choices: Sweet Soy Tare / Shio
- Happy HourUS$5.95
Yaki-Shabu Beef*US$7.45
Thinly sliced beef that grills quickly! Marinade choices: Miso / Sweet Soy Tare
- Happy HourUS$5.95

Marinades

We serve our meat items with the best recommended marinades. Please let your servers know of your preference. We'll customize them for you!

Miso
Sweet, rich, flavorful, Gyu-Kaku original white miso marinade
Sweet Soy Tare
Soy sauce, pear juice, and ginger
Shio
Garlic, salt, soy sauce, and sesame oil
Basil
Italian pesto (contains pine nuts), and sesame oil
Garlic
Garlic paste with sesame oil, and shio marinade
Teriyaki
Rich soy sauce flavor and sweet glaze
Spicy Jalapeño Miso
Super spicy with a jalapeño kick and a miso twist

Poultry

Chicken Basil*US$6.45
- Happy HourUS$5.45
Chicken Teriyaki*US$6.45
- Happy HourUS$5.45
Garlic Shoyu Chicken Thigh*US$6.95
Juicy chicken thigh pre-marinated with sweet garlic soy sauce
- Happy HourUS$5.95
Duck Breast*US$9.95
Marinade choices: Shio / Miso
- Happy HourUS$8.95

Pork

Pork Belly*US$7.45
Juicy pork belly slices. Marinade choices: Shio / Sweet Soy Tare
- Happy HourUS$6.45
Spicy Pork*US$6.45
Marinade: Spicy Jalapeño Miso
- Happy HourUS$4.95
Japanese Pork Sausages*US$6.45
Pork sausages with a hint of smoke
- Happy HourUS$5.45

BBQ Booster

Enhance the flavors!

Scallion Sauce
Great with Beef Tongue*, Kobe Style Kalbi Short Rib*, & more!
- AddUS$1.50
Cheese Fondue
Great with Chicken*, Broccoli, & more!
- AddUS$2.95
Original Garlic ButterUS$2.45
Never too much garlic! Fan favorite for garlic lovers
Herb Garlic ButterUS$2.45
Combines the herbal aroma of parsley with umami packed garlic
Spicy Miso Garlic ButterUS$2.45
Our signature Miso marinade is even better with garlic
Kuki WasabiUS$1.50
The king of Japanese condiments. This condiment goes well with simple flavors such as salt and pepper or ponzu sauce
Crunchy Chili Garlic SauceUS$2.00
A Japanese magical topping that harmonize garlic and spiciness with miso. It pairs well with noodles and rice too!
Premium Dipping SauceUS$0.00
This sauce is tailored to pair with high quality premium meats such as our Japanese Wagyu and Prime Kalbi to complement the rich umami flavor. This special recipe is a recreation of our original Gyu-Kaku dipping sauce in Japan. (cal per serving)
PonzuUS$0.00
A traditional Japanese condiment that combines the fragrance of citrus fruits with soy sauce. It pairs well with meats and other items. This sauce makes everything refreshing. (cal per serving)
Sweet SoyUS$0.00
Gyu-Kaku original sweet soy sauce. A magical sauce that goes well with anything. (cal per serving)
SpicyUS$0.00
Gyu-Kaku original hot & spicy sauce. It carries a good amount of bold Umami flavor. (cal per serving)

BBQ Booster - Umakara Sauce

Umami (Savory) + Amami (Sweet) + Karami (Spicy)

Umakara Ribeye*US$7.95
- Happy HourUS$6.95
Umakara Yaki Beef*US$7.45
- Happy HourUS$6.45
Umakara Pork*US$6.45
- Happy HourUS$4.95

Seafood

Shrimp Garlic*US$8.45
- Happy HourUS$7.45
Spicy Shrimp*US$8.45
Marinade: Spicy Jalapeño Miso
- Happy HourUS$7.45
Miso Butter Salmon*US$9.50
Salmon filets served in a foil packet
BBQ Calamari Miso*US$6.95
- Happy HourUS$5.95
Shrimp & Mushroom Ahijo*US$8.95
4 pieces of shrimp with mushrooms in olive oil, garlic, and basil
- Happy HourUS$8.45

Vegetables

To Grill

Assorted VegetablesUS$8.95
- Happy HourUS$7.95
ZucchiniUS$4.95
Drizzled with Shio
- Happy HourUS$3.95
Shishito PeppersUS$4.95
Drizzled with soy sauce and sprinkled with sesame
- Happy HourUS$3.95

To Steam

All foiled vegetables for steaming contain butter sauce

Spinach GarlicUS$5.45
- Happy HourUS$4.45
Garlic MushroomUS$5.50
- Happy HourUS$4.50
AsparagusUS$5.95
- Happy HourUS$4.95
BroccoliUS$4.95
- Happy HourUS$3.95
Mushroom MedleyUS$6.45
Assorted seasonal mushrooms
- Happy HourUS$5.45

Rice

Upgrade Any Bibimbap to Brown Rice Add for +$1 (Gluten Free, Vegetarian). Super Hot! Spicy Jalapeño Miso (20 cal) Add For +$1 (Gluten Free, Vegetarian)

Beef Sukiyaki Bibimbap
Sukiyaki-marinated beef, rice topped with white onions, green onions, and sesame. Served in a sizzling hot stone bowl
- W/ BeefUS$9.45
- W/ Double BeefUS$11.45
- Happy Hour - W/ BeefUS$8.45
- Happy Hour - W/ Double BeefUS$10.45
Beyond BibimbapUS$11.45
100% plant-based Beyond Beef marinated in our secret Sukiyaki sauce, stir fried mushrooms, red bell peppers, and white onions. Flavored in butter and sesame oil, with green onions and sesame seeds served over rice
- W/ Double Beyond BeefUS$14.45
- Happy HourUS$10.45
- Happy Hour - W/ Double Beyond BeefUS$13.45
Vegetable Sukiyaki BibimbapUS$9.45
Rice, button mushrooms, broccoli, asparagus, green and white onions, red bell peppers, butter, sesame, and shoyu BBQ sauce
Garlic Fried Rice*US$7.95
Garlic rice with green onions, white onions, egg yolk, sesame, and garlic chips
Spicy Beef BibimbapUS$10.95
Beef rib meat and rice dowsed in our signature Umakara Sauce and garnished with an assortment of bell pepper, shishito pepper, corn, sesame, green onions, and chili flakes
White Rice
- RegularUS$3.50
- LargeUS$5.00
Organic Brown RiceUS$4.50

Noodle

Experience Spicy with Umami Flavor! Spicy Umami Chili (17 cal) Add For +$1

Garlic Noodles
Thick, chewy garlic noodles served in a sizzling stone bowl with choice of:
- W/ ChickenUS$10.45
- Happy Hour - W/ ChickenUS$9.45
- W/ Vegetables (Vegetarian)US$11.45
- W/ ShrimpUS$12.95
Spicy Beef Ramen**US$10.45
Kalbi soup broth, thin-sliced beef, egg, green onions, vegetables, sesame, and sesame oil
Spicy Chigae Ramen* **US$10.95
Rich and spicy soup, topped with kimchi, ground chicken, tofu, green onions, and sesame seeds. Finished with a poached egg dropped in the center
Goma Negi Shio Ramen**US$10.45
Oxtail based house broth, kakuni chashu, egg, green onions, sesame, and sesame oil
Tonkotsu Ramen**US$10.45
Rich pork bone broth, topped with kakuni chashu, boiled egg, chopped green onions and red bell peppers, and a dash of sesame seeds

What 127 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Brea is a standout for its "top tier" service and delicious food, perfect for a date night. Guests rave about the attentive staff and the unique cooking experience. With "excellent" food, especially the broccoli fondue and garlic noodles, it's a highly recommended spot.

127 Reviews

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Ken
Las Vegas
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Worst quality meat and food we ever had. I felt so bad that I took my wife there for dinner!
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Caleigh
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server today was amazing! The staff is so attentive and we are regulars at this point.
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Jasmine
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Isaiah was the best server! Excellent customer service!
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Excellent food and service. Restaurant unfortunately has a bit of a strange sewer smell upon entry which takes away from the ambiance quite a bit.
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Denise
Orange County
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and food were great! Perry, our server was on point!
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Martin
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service ! Thank you for the fast and great service
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Daniel
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here. Great experience great service. Good food, fresh. Definitely will go back.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 15 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My family and I had a fantastic experience at Gyu Kaku in Brea last Saturday! The service was exceptional - the staff were friendly, attentive, and explained the cooking process clearly. We appreciated how the waiter would let us know how much time we should cook each raw meat, and the order of cooking the meat. The food was fresh and the dessert was excellent! The restaurant was very clean. We couldnt see any fly inside the restaurant. We were impressed by how quickly our food arrived. The owner, and a few other waiters were bilingual, and could speak Cantonese. Everytime when we visit, we feel very welcomed and we appreciate the hospitality. We have visited a few other Gyu Kaku branches and this one is definitely our favorite. We will continue to be loyal customers at the Brea branch and will come back soon! Highly recommend to anyone who love Japanese BBQ!
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susan
Orange County
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on 8 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food was excellent and service was great. We went at happy hour so pricing was also really good. Love the broccoli fondue and garlic noodles.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was DELICIOUS. The servers were also very attentive and kind. Can’t wait to come back here!
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Brea, CA | Brea Downtown is rated 4.6 stars by 127 OpenTable diners.