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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Updated 2026-08-26 · 5,770 reviewed · 176 listed · Scored from 3,800 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(3800) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Location
Orlando
Price
moderate
Services
Traditional Smokehouse BBQ, Rib House / Ribs Specialist, Korean / Asian BBQ
Reviews
3800
Best for
Small groups trying tabletop BBQ for the first time on quieter weekdays.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-08-26).

What do customers say?

The tabletop grilling is engaging and the meat selection appealing, with top-tier servers like Jiraset and Young earning consistent praise. Peak-hour service falters noticeably: long stretches without food, rounds failing to arrive, tables cleared mid-meal, and the 90-minute AYCE timer creating frustration. Billing mishaps and premium portions undersized for the cost add friction.

Praised for
  • attentive service from named staff
  • variety of meat cuts to try
  • interactive cooking experience
  • high food quality
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Best for: Small groups trying tabletop BBQ for the first time on quieter weekdays.

What stands out?

  • tableside interactive cooking
  • wide meat variety and quality
  • exceptional servers when present
  • weekday seating available without reservation

Worth knowing

  • Servers Jiraset, Young, and Tae named for excellent service
  • AYCE rounds limited by 90-minute timer; service can abandon tables before timer expires
  • Children under 6 listed as complimentary for AYCE (per billing dispute)
  • Premium meat tier described as 5 small pieces for high cost
  • Weekday lunch available without reservation around 5pm

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.48 average across the 139 traditional smokehouse bbq businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 94% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

How We Score
Star rating 67
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
2846
4
502
3
144
2
73
1
235

Contact

Address
7858 Turkey Lake Rd #100, Orlando, FL 32819

Last verified 2026-08-26

Opening hours

Monday
11:30-22:00
Tuesday
11:30-22:00
Wednesday
11:30-22:00
Thursday
11:30-22:00
Friday
11:30-23:00
Saturday
11:30-23:00
Sunday
11:30-22:00

As listed on Google.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a table without a reservation?
Yes, during weekday lunch around 5pm before the dinner rush, parties have been seated promptly.
Are young children free on the all-you-can-eat?
Children under 6 are complimentary for AYCE, though accuracy with billing has been an issue.
How much meat comes per order?
Standard portions are 6-8 pieces; premium meats at $65 are described as smaller, approximately 5 pieces.

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Last updated 2026-08-26