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Gyu-Kaku Japanese Bbq
9844 Hibert St #1, San Diego, CA 92131, United States
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About Gyu-Kaku Japanese Bbq
Gyu-Kaku Japanese Bbq is one of those places in San Diego that instantly feels lively the moment you walk through the door. Located at 9844 Hibert St #1, San Diego, CA 92131, this Japanese restaurant brings a fun and interactive dining experience that works well for casual dinners, group hangouts, and even late-night cravings. What makes Gyu-Kaku Japanese Bbq stand out is the tabletop grilling setup, where guests can cook premium meats, vegetables, and small plates right at the table. The atmosphere feels energetic without being overwhelming, and the smell of sizzling barbecue drifting through the dining room only adds to the experience.
The menu has a little bit of everything, which makes it easy for different tastes to come together. Meat lovers usually gravitate toward the all-you-can-eat options and flavorful comfort food selections, while others enjoy lighter choices and healthy options mixed throughout the menu. There are also vegetarian-friendly dishes that keep the experience inclusive without feeling like an afterthought. Small plates make sharing simple, so the table naturally turns into a rotating spread of grilled bites, rice dishes, and appetizers.
Another thing people enjoy about Gyu-Kaku Japanese Bbq is the drink selection. From cocktails and beer to wine and hard liquor, the beverage menu pairs naturally with the smoky barbecue flavors. Happy hour drinks and happy hour food specials also give the restaurant a social vibe that feels perfect after work or during weekend evenings. The relaxed setup encourages people to stay awhile, grill at their own pace, and enjoy conversation between rounds of food.
Service options are flexible too, which makes the restaurant convenient for different situations. Guests can choose dine-in for the full Japanese BBQ experience, but takeout, delivery, and no-contact delivery are available for nights when staying home sounds better. Onsite services help keep the grilling process smooth, especially for first-time visitors who may not be familiar with Japanese barbecue dining. The mix of bold flavors, interactive cooking, and upbeat atmosphere gives Gyu-Kaku Japanese Bbq a style that feels both modern and welcoming.
Where this information comes from
Prices and dish names are transcribed from the restaurant's printed menu, photographed in August 2026 and reproduced on the menu page. Hours, address and service options come from the restaurant's public business profile. An editor confirmed the restaurant was trading on 4 September 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.
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Business info
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
Opening hours
- Monday 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
Location
9844 Hibert St #1, San Diego, CA 92131, United States
Diner notes
5 out of 5
We had always been having a good lunch special here almost every two to three weeks. They are recently have a great deal for Restaurant Wee. You got an appetizer + two meats+1 veg+ 1 dessert, with white nice, salad and miso soup for just $25. Waiting time is about 35 minutes. They have plenty of seatings when we entered. So we guess the waiting was because they were short of staffs. Overall food taste great as always.
5 out of 5
Got the lunch set, which was a very reasonable price. Grill the meat at your own pace so it's nice and hot when you add it to your rice bowl. Also came with miso soup and a generous amount of salad. Meat tastes great and the dipping sauces available are nice. The service was a little slow during Friday afternoon.
5 out of 5
Great food and great service. Located in a strip mall with lots of food options and they are one of the best. Food here is great. We tried the Ultimate option and every single food item was delicious. It is Japanese BBQ so the food are all delicately prepared. Loved the Toro beef. Highly recommended. Come early and come hungry. It gets busy during lunch and dinner time and especially on weekends.
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