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Toronto - Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Toronto, ON | Downtown, Toronto, ON

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Toronto, ON | Downtown

4.7
4.7
718 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Japanese
81 Church St, Toronto, ON M5C 2G2

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
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
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–20:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–21:00 Happy Hour Mon 11:30–20:30 Tue–Sun 11:30–18:00 Lunch Daily 11:30–16:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Financial District
  • Cross Street
    Adelaide St W
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    King subway station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

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

    CA$43.00 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 718 people are saying

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Toronto, ON | Downtown 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Japanese

  • Old Toronto

    Best Value

  • Old Toronto

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Downtown Toronto offers a "great experience" with "excellent food" and "friendly service." Diners appreciate its "fun atmosphere" and "variety of sauces." The restaurant is especially praised for its "great value" during Happy Hour and "superb" service, though some note the need for better ventilation.
718 Reviews
  1. andrew VIP

    Toronto11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service especially during Happy Hour. Would recommend and return.

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  2. Krista

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went there for my birthday and it was absolutely amazing. Lauren wad my server and explained everything perfectly, went above and beyond for me and made my dinner a great experience!

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  3. Donna VIP

    Atlanta8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, had a great time. Service was great

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  4. Lestley

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So good oh my god ridiculous. Why is there a min character. Your face is minimum

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  5. Liz VIP

    Toronto18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I haven’t been to a Japanese barbeque before. I have experience with all you can eat Korean barbecue. In this situation, it is not all you can eat, but I challenge you to eat more than they serve you. The portions are very generation premium. Everything was explained to us and cooking times were provided for different cuts of meat and seafood. I particularly loved that they had a variety of sauces that you could add to enhance your meat flavours with real butter and garlic, etc… meals were rounded off with bowls of rice, miso soup, salad, which was far more ingredient, driven than your typical Japanese salad. My drinks was great and they kept the water flowing. It certainly is a great experience and fun for everyone involved. I will certainly return and try different parts of their menu. Oh, and the deep-fried Oreos were just delicious.!

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  6. Michael VIP

    San Antonio11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and excellent service. Being part Japanese, I feel like my mom was cooking for us.

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  7. Di-Anne

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Food, Great Value, but Needs Better Ventilation It was a great experience overall. The food was excellent—fresh, flavorful, and a great value for the price. The lunch specials, in particular, were well-portioned and reasonably priced, making it an ideal spot for a satisfying meal. Service was prompt, with the staff ensuring we had everything we needed without long waits. However, the only downside was the ventilation. With tabletop grilling, you'd expect some smoke, but without proper fans, it lingered more than it should have. A bit more airflow would make the experience even better. Overall, highly recommended for anyone craving Japanese BBQ—just be prepared to leave with a bit of that smoky aroma on your clothes.

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  8. Luis

    Morelos1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good amount of food for the money . Service was a bit slow at the beginning.

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  9. Jenny VIP

    Toronto11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the service was superb and the staff was very friendly. The food was great, and the atmosphere was wonderful. Would recommend a visit.

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  10. Amander

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service for a great price! Currently my favourite spot for lunch downtown.

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FAQs

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Toronto, ON | Downtown offers delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Toronto, ON | Downtown also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (647) 351-2378.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Toronto, ON | Downtown is rated 4.7 stars by 718 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. Toronto / Ontario
  4. Old Toronto
  5. Financial District

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Toronto, ON | Downtown

81 Church St, Toronto, ON M5C 2G2

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Adelaide St W
  • Area
    Financial District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–20:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–21:00 Happy Hour Mon 11:30–20:30 Tue–Sun 11:30–18:00 Lunch Daily 11:30–16:00
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    King subway station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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