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Harvard Square - Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard Square

4.5
4.5
748 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
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!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 11:00 am–5:00 pm Mon–Thu 8:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (857) 259-6666
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Gyu-Kaku - Cambridge can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Parking details
    We provide parking validation, please ask host for details.
  • Public transit
    Red Line Harvard Square Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

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

    $70.00 - $220.00 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
  • (ONLINE ONLY) EARLY HOLIDAY PARTY DISCOUNT🥳

    $44.50 - $53.00 per person

    Dec 3, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
    Save 10% OFF holiday courses! Celebrate your next company party or early holiday gathering at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ! Seasonal holiday courses are available for a limited time, while supplies last. This is an ONLINE ONLY special offer, and must be selected when making a reservation. Discount will be applied at the restaurant. Valid 12/3/24-12/19/24 at all participating North America locations. Offer is redeemable for 10% off applicable holiday courses only, dine-in only, and cannot be combined with other discounts except for mobile app reward points. Rewards are subject to Gyu-Kaku App Terms & Conditions. Other rules and restrictions may apply. Visit our website for more details: www.GYU-KAKU.com
    (ONLINE ONLY) EARLY HOLIDAY PARTY DISCOUNT🥳 Photo
  • (ONLINE ONLY) HOLIDAY BIG PARTY DISCOUNT🌲

    $44.50 - $53.00 per person

    Nov 20, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
    BUY 8, GET 1 FREE! Celebrate your next company holiday party or large family gathering at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ! Seasonal holiday courses are available for a limited time, while supplies last. This is an ONLINE ONLY special offer, and must be selected when making a reservation. Discount will be applied at the restaurant. Valid 11/19/24-1/5/25 at all participating North America locations. Offer is redeemable for the lower single cover value when ordering holiday courses for parties of 8 or more, dine-in only, and cannot be combined with other discounts except for mobile app reward points. Rewards are subject to Gyu-Kaku App Terms & Conditions. Other rules and restrictions may apply. Visit our website for more details: www.GYU-KAKU.com
    (ONLINE ONLY) HOLIDAY BIG PARTY DISCOUNT🌲 Photo

What 748 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Japanese

  • Boston

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in Harvard Square offers a delightful dining experience with "very good and fast service" and "delicious" food. While some diners found the pricing high, many praised the generous portions and "wonderful" staff. Overall, it's a "great place" for an enjoyable BBQ meal, despite occasional service hiccups.

748 Reviews
  1. Wei

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Try their all you can eat special for 90 minutes but got our table all cleaned up before our time is up!

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  2. Kevin

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Bring an appetite. Fantastic meal and a MASSIVE menu.

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  3. Keith

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fun, interactive experience sitting around the grill with friends cooking delicious food, will return for more as always.

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  4. Maria

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was amazing! Great food! Great environment. Services was outstanding.

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  5. Sam

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great as it is every time we come always recommend this to friends/family

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  6. Freedom

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Took a family member for a birthday treat. Delicious Japanese BBQ. Highly recommend.

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  7. Adrien

    VIP

    Miami

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Amzing experience. One of the best restaurants in Harvard Square

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  8. Anna

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, solid pricing for a la carte, and while they were a bit understaffed everyone took incredible care and attention, were so quick and kind. Thank you for a wonderful dinner!

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  9. Iqbal

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and concept. Expensive but really fun evening. Highly recommend.

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  10. Jay

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just visiting the area to see a friend and picked the restaurant off of Open Table. What an enjoyable time!

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FAQs

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard Square offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard Square also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (857) 259-6666.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard Square is rated 4.5 stars by 748 OpenTable diners.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard Square 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard Square

16-18 Eliot St., Cambridge, MA 02138

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 11:00 am–5:00 pm Mon–Thu 8:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We provide parking validation, please ask host for details.
  • Public transit
    Red Line Harvard Square Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    You are the Chef!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (857) 259-6666
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Gyu-Kaku - Cambridge can accommodate all your special event needs.
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