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    Chubby Cattle BBQ

    4.9 (3.7k reviews)
    Ultra High-EndBarbeque, Sushi Bars, Japanese Curry
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Great service
    Jessica T.

    The one and only Johnny was a great server he made sure our meat was grilled to perfection! The meat was great quality not too fatty. The vines are so fun!!! And everything was fresh and clean definitely the place to go for meat and have a good time. Come hungry!

    Kim T.

    I've tried a few Chubby Cattle locations so far and this one is definitely at the top of the list in terms of quality of food and service. We started off with server, Kenny, who did an awesome job giving us a refresher on the menu. He was very helpful and knowledgable about the memberships and promos. He was relieved by Alex, who was also fantastic! He explained some of the dishes, what made the location special and pretty much cooked all of our food, which we thought was super efficient. They were both great conversationalists which added to the experience. Their A5 Wagyu was melt in your mouth deliciousness. I wished we had more. The scallops with the citrus marinade was insanely tasty and a must try! Only downside- their buffet area was a bit cramped, so getting items from that area was challenging. definitely rubbed some elbows with people in line for sauces and vegetables lol Will definitely be back! if you're thinking about visiting this location, I'd recommend going around 4pm-5pm. There wasn't much of a wait.

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    Alan N.

    2 stars because of the service. We started with Kenny, who was great, but his shift ended and we were switched to Alex (who looks like Keshi). After that, it felt like we were completely forgotten. He was constantly helping the tables around us, cooking their meat and checking on them, while we had to repeatedly flag down other employees to clear plates or change our grill. At one point, I just placed our own plates on the bussing cart since it was right next to us. Even the table next to us joked that we had been forgotten. The only time Alex came over on his own was to ask about our membership and when it was time to pay. Maybe it was because we were on the Silver tier, but that's still around $60 per person, so I'd expect the same level of service regardless. The food itself was great, which made the service even more disappointing. We came around 5 PM and there were plenty of tables, but by the time we left the restaurant was packed. I like that you get 1 hour and 10 minutes, can order everything from a tablet, and there's a self serve buffet with rice, curry, vegetables, slushies, and ice cream. The meat quality was excellent, and I'd come back for the food. I just hope the service is more consistent next time.

    Colette N.

    The ultimate buffet experience! I've only been to the Irvine location and look forward to trying the Rowland one since I hear it's much bigger! The service here is great nonetheless - the waiters are super friendly and attentive. Everything here is a must-try... like you have to try one of everything: the beef, the sushi, the soups, the desserts. I still have yet to try the whole menu since there are so many options! I love getting the beef brisket and sushi hand rolls. Even the drink and dessert choices are great!! Buffets that can do a good milk tea are pretty rare in the US, so thank you Chubby Cattle for feeding my milk tea craving.

    Gold Menu
    Larry Z.

    Visited this chubby location and tried out the Gold Menu. They have plenty of options for meat but we mostly stuck to the items on the A4 menu. The quality of the meat is great as always. In terms of the sushi, the premium otoro nigiri was delicous. The other nigiri options were okay and we probably would not order those again. Something that was underrated was the Sukiyaki broth, which I don't see many people get. In terms of the service, it was fantastic as our plates were being bussed constantly. What really stood out was the friendliness and attentiveness of our server Josh H who helped out with our meat selection. In terms of the space, the decor makes you feel like you're in Japan. I do wish there were more space between tables and more space at the self service bar because the restaurant does feel extremely compact at times. I would come again for special occasions but don't find myself coming here as a regular.

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    Karla B.

    Came here for dinner with my partner and had a great time. This is the third Chubby Cattle BBQ location we've visited, and this one is currently our second favorite. Nothing has topped the Rowland Heights location yet, that one is still our favorite!!! However this restaurant was also very nice but also small. One thing I noticed was that this location seemed to have more variety on the menu compared to the Rowland Heights and Crosby locations I've been to. I especially enjoyed the steamed egg. This time, my partner and I decided to try the Silver Pass instead of the Gold Pass. *** The only negative part of our experience was that there seemed to be a strong push from staff to choose a different tier. While waiting to be seated and discussing our order, we were repeatedly encouraged to upgrade. It felt a little odd because we specifically wanted the Silver Pass, and I noticed other guests asking for it as well. I stuck with my choice, and honestly, I'm glad I did. Because I have a membership, we received about $10 off per person, saving around $18-20 total. In my opinion, the Silver Pass was absolutely worth it and didn't feel like a rip-off at all. My one complaint about the restaurant itself is the self-serve area in the back where you get drinks, ice cream, soup, rice, curry, vegetables, corn cheese, egg tarts, and other sides. During dinner service, it gets extremely crowded and feels very cramped and claustrophobic. I think the layout could be improved because there simply isn't enough space for the number of people trying to access it at once. Other than that, the food was delicious, everything tasted great, and our server was very friendly. Overall, it was a nice experience and another great Chubby Cattle location to try. I would definitely come back again, but Rowland Heights still remains my favorite. That location is top-tier.

    Joy D.

    The food is outstanding! Choice beef and sushi. Also many other dishes. It's ALL you can eat. Please come hungry! Thank you Josh for helping us out since it was our first experience. He walked us through the menu and how to experience the restaurant. We even joined and are now Chubby Members:) This place has a great concept and great food. It's fun and enjoyable. Pricey but expected for the amount of food you will have. Also I appreciate Callie. We can eat 12 PM on a Saturday and we're seated pretty swiftly.

    Nelson L.

    To say this was an exquisite experience would be an understatement! The service was excellent. The quality of food was phenomenal. The side dishes were stupendous. The curry was pretty good, tho the burger/slider could've been better. But the meat? Oh my... this may be the best quality meat I've had at a ayce. The Wagyu was simply on point. The brisket and lamb were my favorite. However do not sleep on the sushi! Plenty of seating. Plenty of parking but if you know diamond jamboree it can be hit or miss.

    Valentina L.

    We got here on a Wednesday around 5pm and only had to wait 20 mins to be seated. We got the diamond set menu. I introduced my coworkers to this and let's just say they fell in love and went crazy from this experience. Even one of my coworkers who's extremely picky with food and rarely eats the same things as us also enjoyed the food. I had chubby cattle for many years now so it was nice to share what I love with people I work closely with. Service was amazing. The server kept checking on us every 15-20 mins. All the meats came in quick. They are all good quality and amazingly delicious! The à la carte menu that items like sukiyaki, carpaccio and Wagyu nigiri was soooo good. So many options!! Definitely recommend getting the garlic butter on the side to dip your meat. Get the membership it's worth the price and investment!

    Jamal A.

    Been a member since this place opened and the food and service is still EXCELLENT. I brought a group with me this time in which 4 out of 6 people were new to the experience and they had a great time. The quality of the meats is still the star of the show as I let the. Try all the meats the silver tier had to offer along with some sushi and carpaccio options. Jason was very attentive and prompt. His friendly personable attitude was a big part of the reason 2 of my friends decided to become a chubby member just like me by the time we left! Great spot and looking forward to the next visit!

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    Nicole L.

    One of the best AYCE spots for both BBQ and sushi! The meat quality was impressive, and the seafood tasted incredibly fresh. Staff was friendly and tentative. They cleared plates quickly and made sure the self-serve station stayed clean, organized, and fully stocked! Interior was modern with dim lighting, creating a cozy atmosphere! Tip- Parking is limited in the Diamond Jamboree plaza. There's a parking structure located in the back!

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    21 days ago

    Josh was a wonderful cook! Helped us grilling and his service was amazing! Def will come back :)

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    first time at the Irvine locatio! thank you Josh and Jonny for helping us! Food & service was great! thank you so much! :D

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    Ask the Community - Chubby Cattle BBQ

    What's the wait time right now?

    Depending on the time and day you go. They said the wait can be up to 2 hours

    How can I join the wait list?

    How to join the wait list

    How do I get a table at opening hour? Is there a waiting list?

    1. Show up early and wait in line. There's a chance you'll get one of the first seating but depends how many people ahead of you and how large your party. Go earlier on peak days/hours.… Read more

    I don't understand the whole ordering process and couldn't find any explanations. Do you pick some items from the lists? Or are you served all of them? Could someone explain it to me, please? Also, do you have to cook everything yourself? Thank you.

    you order through tablet and specialty meats depend on your tier. Speciality meats are cooked by servers but the ones that are AYCE is self cook.

    Is this place Japanese or Korean BBQ?

    Japanese, its considered yakiniku.

    Is there a different pricing for kids?

    It goes by height, 100cm and under is free, 101cm-130cm is 50%, 131cm+ is full price.

    Is there a way to join the waitlist online ahead of arrival?

    Irvine location and Cerritos location don't take reservations. No yelp waitlist either. First comes first serves.

    Important deciding factor for me, does this location put hot mustard on their sushi? I know Cerritos does 🤢 instead of typical spicy mayo that all there other locations do.

    no hot mustard on sushi

    Hi Team, what is the maximum number of guests you can accommodate at your largest table?

    In regular dining you can probably fit 8, the VIP room can fit up to 12 (tight squeeze). There are tables that fit 8, and can accommodate up to 14 (with the end having a gap but next to a booth seating 6).

    Does this location have plans to open for weekday lunch soon? As someone who works in the area and goes out to lunch every day, I can say that this place will have a healthy customer base that will keep it busy during the lunch hours.

    Most CC locations open for lunch shortly after completing their soft opening.

    Do they take reservations?

    Walk in only. If you have a Chubby Club NFT or app status of Silver+ you can make priority waitlist requests (24+hours) on Discord once they become available (usually a few weeks after soft opening).

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    Curry House Coco Ichibanya

    3.9
    (3.3k reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Nothing like a hot curry on a hot day!…read more Japanese curry is my favorite type of curry, and Coco does it great! Served piping hot, I had it with crispy fried chicken and a heaping portion of rice. Service was quick, from your table, you can both order and pay. Inside was crowded as with all spots at Diamond Jamboree. Parking is also horrible as always, park in the structure at the back!

    This occured on Wednesday, June 17 at 8pm…read more This review is in regard to the service received. The food is good as usual. Its mostly the customer service that is the biggest turn off. We ordered through the QR code that was made available on the table. I did notice that other tables had servers come in to take order but no one ever came to our table. So we opted to ordering via the QR code. Everything is paid once the order has been made. Our total came up to around $113. We were about half way through our meal when the sever with pink highlights in her hair came up to us to verify our order. She repeated an order that sounded ALMOST identical to ours however, the price was set at $89 which really confused us since we already paid $113 for our entire order. Then this server got impatient and told us "It's a YES or NO question... Is this your order or not? Do you not know?" Again, we were mostly confused as to why she presented us with a tab of $89 when we already paid $113. And not just that, we were still mid-way through our meal. Her rudeness really ruined our appetite. We weren't rude to her. Why did she have to speak to us like that?

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    Tokyo Katsu Curry

    4.2
    (298 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    Curry is so yums! It definitely on the sweeter side but I think it balanced well with the spice and…read more"curry essence" powder they provide you. The price for the portion was really good and the chicken/pork was crispy and juicy. I didn't have any complaints! The restaurant was pretty empty when we went in on a Friday night so it was a good place to yap haha. I would definitely come again to satisfy my curry cravings :p Ratings Pork katsu curry: 4.8/5 Chicken katsu curry: 5/5

    Absolutely terrible, and it is all due to service! My boyfriend and I saw this little cute curry…read moreplace and thought let's grab takeout so it'll be quick and we will give this small little hole in the wall spot a chance... Saturday night, 7pm... About 3 tables filled. What's the harm right? Well.... 45 minutes later we are sitting there waiting on our order. It was just 2 chicken curries. Nothing special, nothing out of the ordinary... We ask the employee if it's coming out soon... He said 15 minutes, they are a bit backed up. After already invested so much time and paid we said ok, fine. 20 minutes later we ask and he says they are working on it now. Excuse my language but WTF!! First off, if in the beginning he knew they were backed up, he should have told us..just a heads up there is a bit of a wait. Then I would've respected this place a lot more! Overall waited an hour+ for some curry... Absolutely not worth the time. Sorry and I will not return

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    Katsu Bar

    Katsu Bar

    4.3
    (200 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    I recently checked out Katsu Bar in Irvine with my husband for dinner, and we loved it so much!…read more We were craving something comforting, and this place totally hit the spot. The katsu was super crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside perfectly cooked and not greasy at all. Everything tasted really fresh and high quality. We ordered the Cauliflower Tempura, Katsu Plate, Yubu Pockets, and Original Katsu Sandwich, and everything was absolutely delicious. Each dish had its own unique flavor, but all of them were super satisfying. The portions were generous and such great value for the price, so we left completely full and happy They also have a really nice patio seating area, which made the whole vibe even better. It felt relaxed and perfect for a casual dinner night. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the place overall felt clean and cozy. Definitely one of those spots we'd come back to when we want something hearty and delicious. Also, I love that you can choose your protein for the katsu chicken, beef, or fish which makes it even more customizable depending on your preference. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

    i've eaten at katsu bar in the past and really enjoyed their portions, so i was excited to order…read morefrom them on doordash tonight when the craving hit. i've been to the restaurant a handful of times before and it's always been quick, clean, and easy to order with their electronic kiosk. unfortunately, this order didn't quite match those past experiences. i ended up ordering a bit of everything to mix and match. i got the shrimp sando with fries, macaroni, three yubu pockets, and the shrimp sticks, thinking i'd be able to save some for later. starting with the shrimp sando, i've loved it in the past, but tonight it was honestly almost inedible. i ended up picking off the shrimp because the coleslaw sauce was so watery and overused that it completely soaked the bread. it was just too much and kind of nauseating, which is a shame because their bread is usually so soft and complements the sandwich really well. it honestly felt like a completely different sandwich from what i remembered (and i know this wasn't on the delivery driver since my order got to me quickly after pickup). that same issue seemed to carry over to the macaroni salad, where the sauce was again a bit too much and leaned too sweet for my taste. on the brighter side, the shrimp sticks and waffle fries were definitely the highlight. they were nice and crispy, and the seasoning was really good. as for the yubu pockets, they were alright. they definitely stuff them generously, which is great if that's what you're going for, but three ended up being a bit overkill if you're just looking for a side. overall, i know they're capable of better based on my past visits, but i can't say it was a satisfactory dinner for me tonight.

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    Curry Do

    Curry Do

    4.6
    (185 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    I recently came back with my family and we loved everything about our experience. The service was…read moreattentive and the food amazing as usual. Highly recommend this place to anyone that loves japanese curry. They have a great lunch special too! One thing i absolute love about this place is they do not nickel and dime you. They are generous with their pickles and spiciness. The little things make a customer happy

    Wanting something relatively quick, Curry Do showed up during our dinner search. It wasn't very…read morebusy on a Saturday evening when we arrived. We were given the QR code to scan to view the menu. We ordered: * Tonkatsu Curry ($14.50) small - I really liked that there were two options as I wasn't super hungry and the size was perfect. I had just enough for myself and enough to give a few pieces away too. The curry was tasty as well. * Child Set with Chicken Katsu, Potato & Carrots with Curry ($9.95) - The child set portion was also a nice option and also gave a little variety because it included 2 pieces of gyoza as well. * Tonkatsu Curry Udon ($17.50) regular - This was a good size, and it was obviously good as the Little Guy left the bowl empty. * Ishiyaki Curry with Tonkatsu ($18.50) - This was the most standout dish as it was different since it was served in a hot stone bowl. The crispy rice bits at the end were his favorite part. Service was good and attentive. Overall, the food was decent and satisfied us. We would probably return if we were in the area and wanted some Japanese curry.

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    Kagura

    Kagura

    4.2
    (457 reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    Kagura is a fantastic option if you're feeling some katsu…read more Starting with the Karaage, they came out looking potentially a little too fried but I couldn't have been more wrong. The coating was tasty, the chicken was juicy, and the sauce with a little bit of lemon was exquisite. For the main dish, I went a little bold and tried their Chicken Katsu with Umeboshi Sauce and Shiso inside the katsu. May sound kind of odd, but the combination of flavors was both fresh and bold. Service at the restaurant was solid and I don't think there was a moment where my water wasn't full. The restaurant itself was quite big and I was surprised by how many tables/people could be seated. 100% would come back to try some of the other katsu options.

    How have I not known about this place?…read more In the area and found this gem in a strip mall on Yelp! Thankfully no wait! Felt like we morphed to Japan. Service was great. Food amazing. I loved the sides and miso soup with the meal. Rice was perfect. Katsu sauce and soy on table. We shared between my husband and 11 yo -an order of the chicken chili cheese katsu set and the pork (no fat) katsu set. I asked for extra salad sauce which was .50. The marinated egg side was delish. Ordered another pork katsu set for my older son to go. He enjoyed it. So so so good! What a gem!!!! Beautiful woodsy ambiance. Staff were Japanese. An authentic experience. Will definitely be back.

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    Curry Do

    Curry Do

    4.5
    (448 reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    Curry Do..you have stolen my heart (and tummy). HANDS DOWN, my new fav Japanese curry house!!!…read more What started as a new food find w/ the hubs, one afternoon has now turned into an obsession and I can't get enough! Lol Located in Tustin, in the Strata Tustin Center ~ near THH sandwiches & Leaf N Cream tea house, Curry Do is a cute, modern, family-friendly Japanese-style curry house. The staff is super sweet, friendly & efficient. The establishment is casual w/ chill vibes, perfect for a lunch date or dinner w/ fam. I personally LOVE the awesome lunch special (offered M-F 11:30 am- 3 pm) ~ for only $13.50, you get one small appetizer and one small curry rice (with your choice of protein). My go-to has been the fried gyoza (3 pc) app & pork belly curry. The pork belly has the perfect meat to fat ratio. It's sooo yums! The hubs opt'd for the healthier option and went w/ the chicken katsu. We both get the medium spice level and it's perfect. Just the lil kick a curry should have. IMO, their curry is the true definition of what I envision for a Japanese curry. It's not overly spiced (like Indian curry), it's not overly sweet (or salty), but it's surely savory & memorable. I always do the add-on of the potatoes & carrots and fried egg. One time I even got the cheese and it just worked. Very deelish! You get a generous portion. I always can never finish it in one sitting and the leftovers taste even better. DEFFFFF ask for addt'l red pickle radish cuz it's chef's kiss. I was also enticed to stop by cuz I heard Curry Do sold Dough & Arrow cookies (also another fav place of mine..to which I was super sad it's flagship store in Costa Mesa closed), but have been bummed that I keep missing them. Boo! Will have to catch it someday.. A total RxFoodie recommend and I will be back to try the other yummy menu items!

    Curry Do is a small restaurant located in the same center as THH Sandwiches and Sake 2 Me Sushi on…read moreNewport. Parking is a little crowded during the lunch hour. I'm glad we got to try something new for lunch. We placed the order online directly on their website. It was simple but a little wonky. I had to go in and out a couple times to compete the order. There was a promotion of 25% off orders of $35 or more. (I think, but I might be forgetting the exact amount). But that was pretty cool! As we arrived to pick up our order, I missed a call from the restaurant. We spoke to the employee when we got there. She explained that the website needed to be updated because it doesn't prompt you to select mild, medium, or spicy. She was very nice about this and said she was just about to package our food. It was ready but she needed to customize our spice level preference. I got the pork cutlet and medium curry. Medium was the perfect level for me. A couple of the curry bites seemed extra spicy, but overall it was just right and I'm glad I went with the medium versus mild. The lunch entrees included a side of pickled radish and red spice powder. Everyone enjoyed their selections and I'd be glad to return and try to dine in next time.

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