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Gyu-kaku - Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Denver, CO | Union Station, Denver, CO

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Denver, CO | Union Station

4.8 (499)
$31 to $50
Japanese
1998 18th St, # B, Denver, CO 80202

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
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
    Daily 12:00–21:30 Happy Hour Daily 12:00–18:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Cross Street
    Chestnut Pl
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, 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
    Prix-Fixe BBQ Courses for Everyone: Starting at... photo

What 499 people are saying

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Denver, CO | Union Station reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Good for special occasions

  • Denver / Colorado

    Japanese

  • Denver

    Good for groups

  • Denver

    Good for special occasions

  • Denver

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Denver offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food and service." Diners rave about "exceptional beef quality" and a diverse menu. The restaurant is lauded for its "fun and interactive" atmosphere, ideal for celebrations. Standout servers like Seth and Himiko ensure "fantastic" customer care, enhancing the overall experience.
499 Reviews
  1. Gregory

    New Jersey7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    If you're in Denver and craving an interactive dining experience, **Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ near Union Station** is a must-visit. This vibrant spot offers a fun and flavorful way to enjoy Japanese yakiniku (grilled BBQ) right at your table. The **90-minute unlimited 45-piece meal** is a fantastic deal—perfect for sampling a wide variety of meats, veggies, and sides without holding back. Highlights include the **tender Harami skirt steak**, **savory Kalbi short ribs**, and especially the **garlic shrimp**, which is packed with flavor and grills up perfectly. The attentive service and upbeat atmosphere make it great for date nights or group outings. End it with the Green Tea Ice Cream and you can’t go wrong.

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  2. Benjamin

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I chose Gyu-Kaku primarily because it was within easy walking distance from my hotel, in an area near the train station that looked potentially sketchy at night. After making an online reservation, I was greeted courteously and seated promptly in a comfortable booth. Rather than cook meat myself on the grill at my table—the modus operandi of this restaurant, which apparently assumes its patrons are Benihana chefs in utero—I ordered the garlic noodles with shrimp. The noodles were tasty, albeit in a small portion. I also ordered a Kirin beer when I was told that the IPA I chose from the printed menu was not available. The beer was flat and tasted watered down like a cheap American beer. Evidently the boisterously noisy diners at the next table were drinking something with higher alcohol content. Overall, I had a reasonable dining experience but nothing to write home about. The service was fine, but the management could stand a few lessons in not cutting corners for the sake of cost savings. Three stars.

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  3. Sarah VIP

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seth is fantastic! Such a great spot to eat in Denver!

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  4. Gary VIP

    Sacramento3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very enjoyable experience. First time at this type of restaurant. Lots of delicious non meat options for those trying to limit the amount we eat

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  5. Joe

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s was really good. We loved our waiter. A really good lunch.

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  6. James

    Denver / Colorado9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place and great staff. Alex was a wonderful server and made us feel at home.

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  7. Jaymee

    Denver / Colorado19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to celebrate my friend's birthday and the staff were all great and they even sang to her! The food was fabulous and the waitress was super helpful in helping us figure out what to order. The menu is huge, but I dont think you can go wrong.

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  8. Jo

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience had the best server and everyone was very helpful. Food was BOMB and

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  9. Luka VIP

    Denver / Colorado3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Employees were very friendly and our server, Eric was very knowledgeable and excellent! We had a great dinner before heading to the theater. We will definitely come back for a dinner with friends.

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  10. Winelvr

    Denver / Colorado6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Such a fun experience and the quality of beef is exceptional.

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FAQs

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Denver, CO | Union Station offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Denver, CO | Union Station also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 726-4068.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Denver, CO | Union Station is rated 4.8 stars by 499 OpenTable diners.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Denver, CO | Union Station 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.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
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1998 18th St, # B, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Chestnut Pl
  • Area
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–21:30 Happy Hour Daily 12:00–18:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • 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, Takeaway, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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