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Gyu-Kaku - Manhattan - Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY

Gyu-Kaku - Manhattan - Amsterdam Ave.

4.6
4.6
288 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
We are open for limited dine-in service.

We have updated our operations in accordance with all government guidelines to put your health and safety first.

To maintain a safe environment for you and Gyu-Kaku staff, we ask that all guests understand and adhere to the following:

- Outdoor seating are Non-Reservable and we are not currently offering any outdoor grilling tables.

- Reservations are mandatory. We hope that you will come to dine-in with us when you are ready. Please make a reservation via telephone or our website so that we can prepare for your visit.

- Please bring a mask and use it at all times when you are not eating or drinking.

- We will measure your temperature upon entering the restaurant.

- To comply with spatial distancing rules we have spaced our tables out and limited seating capacity.

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2 people

11:30 p.m.


Booked 78 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Japanese

  • 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–5:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (646) 850-2989

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

Offers

  • Free Kid's Meal on Easter Day!

    Apr 9, 2023 only
    Sun - 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.,Mon - Thu - 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    "Your kids are the chef when they come to Gyu-Kaku! Kid's options include choice of Ready to Grill or Ready to Eat Kid's Combo. All combos come with edamame, veggies, rice, and meat. One free kid's meal for each guest ages 12 and under. Each free kid's meal requires a minimum purchase of $30/adult of food and drink before taxes. About Gyu-Kaku: Our authentic Japanese yakiniku (grilled barbecue) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming smokeless grill, while sipping on Japanese sake, shochu, and frosty cold beers. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends, family, and co-workers alike!"

What 288 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service1ambience5
    The waiter we had wasn’t attentive to us at all he came twice and that was it I felt like a ghost in the restaurant and it was also hard to hear when they were explaining what the meat was and what the proper time was to cook it
  2. FaroukC

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff is very friendly and the food is delicious as well as the atmosphere. Greatly recommended.
  3. MarieYves

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time experiencing a hotpot type experience and I am glad this location is where I went as a first timer. It was a small wait for my reservation, but once I got there. It was amazing! Going again with friends, soon! Not even a month after I took my mom there I’m going back!!! 😂 see you soon Gyu-Kaku!
  4. Lili

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First time having KBBQ, absolutely loved it.
  5. Emilyc

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience2
    We ordered the food 4:30, instead of happy hour price they charged original price, the chicken wings we ordered came in so late and one of the piece was cold , are they recycled from leftovers ? Very disappointed.
  6. CorbuFan

    New England

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    We got one of the combos for two, and they were out of one of the more expensive cuts of meat, and instead of asking us what we would like to double up on for the others, they gave us the cheapest cut of meat as the one to double up on. The food quality was passable, but not exceptional. The service was almost nonexistent. This place has such a great reputation, but it must be from out of towners or someone who hasn’t traveled much.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience , food magnificent. Great pricing,
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Miami - Dade

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Server was excellent! Food was wonderful! Plenty leftover between by date and I. Definitely made for a special Valentine’s Day. Thank you. Jack
  9. ZhaniaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my second time coming here and like the first it was good. Great and friendly service as well as amazing food. Waiters are always checking on you and even the bathroom was very nice and clean. 10/10 would recommend
  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Arrived 15 minutes early and the host forgot about us and ended up waiting for 45 minutes after a few times of asking if we’ll be seated. Other than that the food and the wait staff service was amazing!
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    All good but slow service due to how popular and crowded it was
  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I lov the food
  13. EnmanuelE

    Miami - Dade

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience4
    Los tragos no estaban bien preparados, la comida tardó más de lo que esperaba.
  14. Claudiaf

    Las Vegas

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service!!
  15. ScottS

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Family in from out of town Everybody Loved it! Great mix of food and the service was excellent!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience3
    The food is always delicious! The waiters/waitresses could get better at customer service. You often have to hunt them down to try to ask for something. Otherwise I recommend
  17. kamals

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fast service and friendly staff took us right away
  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super fun family dinner!
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The new hostess needs to be friendlier other then that everyone else is great.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    De loin le meilleur repas!!! Super service!!! Qualité de la nourriture exceptionnel!!
  21. Yvan

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Prices are super reasonable. And food is great.
  22. PilarH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall4food5service1ambience3
    La comida excelente pero el personal deja mucho que desear, mala actitud de las meseras
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    I gifted my son tickets to the BASQUIAT exhibit and the WWE Holiday Tour! I know he enjoys cooking and I knew this experience would be awesome. He had the very best time. Has been talking about how he grilled his own food and that it was amazing. We came early after a mix up and the hostess was super accommodating and seated us early - we are grateful. It was a bit busy and so the service was a little slow but we really didn’t mind. My family got to enjoy each others company and enjoy the moment!
  24. RSRS

    New York Area

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A fun family or group experience trying different kinds of meats and cooking them to your liking.
  25. AutumnR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. It was my Christmas present to my kids since we moved back to NYC. My only issues was the placement we were seated, granted I didn’t say anything but we were seated by the door and it was freezing outside and everything someone came in, the cold air blow directly on us. Other than that, everything was fantastic. I wish that had more seafood options and vegetable options on their menu.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and Service.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Restaurant très agréable en famille. On peut faire griller soi-même les morceaux de viande. Budget correct pour une famille de 5.
  28. SexyLittleMinx

    New York Area

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a fun place to go for a casual meal !
  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday celebration was great!
  30. GlendaM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place my family loves it hope it continues to keep doing wel.
  31. SachinR

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great the sever Anthony was awesome great food and drinks one of our favorite spots
  32. RomaineK

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great go-to. Great good and service.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    High quality experience
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience3
    Would have been better if not for the little kids running around the aisles.
  35. avae

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to Gyu Kaku for my son’s 14th birthday. The food was great and it was so much fun! Service was excellent. It was the perfect place for this occasion.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    Extremely poor customer service at the front and not accommodating family with young kids.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    One of the cuts of meat was very tough and not enjoyable. I told one of the servers and she didn’t say or do anything. Not even a suggestion. Like she shrugged it off. I’ve been her many times over the last few years, I was disappointed.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    This was my first time dining in at Gyu Kaku. The door staff was receptive and welcoming. I loved the ambiance of the restaurant and we were the only table in our section. Our server, Arturo seemed like he was on the back end of a long day at the restaurant and I get it! He went on to explain the menu and how the food is coursed. Straight to the point no frills type of service. If I was a tourist, I probably would of felt a little rushed to close out the night. Stella Artois are $7/bottle. Arturo also swapped our grill top for a cleaner, less burnt one. The apps were phenomenal. Soups, salads etc. Proteins were seasoned well. The idea of cooking dinner table side is engaging and fun. I will be back to try the meat lovers option.
  39. LianaN

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    It was a very good experience and good food.
  40. UWSdad

    New York Area

    187 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    187 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    It was our first time there, so the menu was a bit overwhelming. We ordered the 'feast' for 4 which was good but probably too much food for us. Everything was very tasty, though it sometimes felt like the food was coming out too quickly (particularly given the large quantity of it). The staff was very friendly and the booths were cozy. It was definitely fun to do the grilling and the s'mores were a great way to end the meal!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Gyu-Kaku - Manhattan - Amsterdam Ave. does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

Gyu-Kaku - Manhattan - Amsterdam Ave. is rated 4.6 stars by 288 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 p.m.


Booked 78 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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Google Map for Gyu-Kaku - Manhattan - Amsterdam Ave.

620 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood

    Upper West Side

  • 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–5:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Japanese

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

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