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Ganblaze

4.5 (99 reviews)
Thu 12:00 pm - 3:00 am (Next day)
Fri 12:00 pm - 3:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Tiffany T.

Love the environment. Everyone was so nice. Selection was great! Workers were able to speak in English and Chinese Everyone was patient and accommodating. Meats were fresh

Rosalie D.

Food: 4/5 - pretty solid skewers at a reasonable price! Lots to choose from too! Service: 5/5 - really kind and interactive staff. They have moments they walk to each table to play simple games like rock paper scissors to earn credit for your next visit if you win. For every 10 skewers you get, you have the potential to win a prize, fun concept! We were on the live wait list on Google so the wait wasn't bad at all for a weekday Atmosphere: 5/5 - had live music when we went and space is nicely decorated

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Susan C.

A good late night place to go. They close at 3 AM. The servers were friendly and walked us through the process. The food took a little bit to grill so definitely not a place to go if you're starving or looking for a quick bite.

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Hui L.

It was a fun concept and I've been wanting to try a skewer spot with the rotating grill ever since the other one in Flushing closed a couple of years ago. We arrived right around when they opened for lunch and had to wait a bit for a table. No one told us what to do but I knew that we had to bring the bracelet with us while picking out skewers. They had a wide selection of ingredients available (vegetables, beef, pork, lamb, chicken etc) and I picked out some lamb, cumin lamb and beef tongue skewers. I don't know how the staff could tell the difference as the skewers all looked similar but they scanned the bracelet and I brought the skewers back to my table. They also had a fridge full of cold foods and oysters. At first the skewers on our grill weren't moving at all and it wasn't hot at all. After looking at the other tables, it turned out that our grill and smoke exhaust weren't even on so we had to flag down someone to help us. The chopstick/wet wipe kit on each seat was pretty useful. Tissues were hung above the grill. The skewers took a while to cook as our grill wasn't heated up yet. The cumin lamb skewer tasted the best to me. I think it would be helpful if they had a guide for how long to cook each type of skewer at the table. The smoke exhaust was right above the grill and blocking the light so the table also had a little lamp on the side to shine onto the meats to see if they were cooked or not. Check was paid at the table. There looked like to be an outdoor smoking area so if you're dining in, I'd recommend asking for a table away from the patio. Overall it was a fun concept to try but I won't be going back as you can get a lot more food from other skewer spots in flushing for the same amount of money. It's probably a more fun spot at night time then during lunch hours.

Anny S.

This was something fun to do as we arrive to flushing. I think the experience would have been better if the waiter allowed us to go to the bar and pick out our skewers instead of looking at the menu. The visual of the skewers would have allowed me to try more options inside of picking things I read on the menu. Place is clean and wasn't busy when we went. I would try another skewer bbq place so I can compare.

Jenny L.

Tried this place out!! Not worth it!! Everything will add up & prices are pretty hefty for single dishes!! You basically cook your own skewers & with every metal stick in the end, you put them in a slot machine & with every 10 sticks you could win a prize! Service was pretty bad, had someone take us to the table, sit us down, asked if it was our first time, left & never saw him again!! Had to chase down a waiter for the bill & to pay him!! SMH!! Ambiance was cute! Grill gets super hot in front of you as well!!

Amy C.

A new Chinese skewer spot just opened up in Tangram Mall, and it's already drawing big crowds so expect a wait. I waited almost an hour for a table of two, but once seated, the experience was fun and lively. They offer a skewer buffet where you can choose from a wide variety of options, from different meats and seafood to veggies, plus several appetizers to start. There's also a full bar, which is a nice touch if you're waiting or enjoying the meal. The different kinds of skewers are very flavorful and fresh! One of the fun highlights is at the end of your meal you put all your used skewers into a machine to redeem a prize, which adds a playful element to the experience. My only complaint is the environment inside. There are no windows, and with the grills constantly on, it gets very hot and humid, which can be uncomfortable while dining. Overall, it's a great spot for skewer lovers and worth checking out if you don't mind the wait and the heat.

Bibimbap
Lily L.

What an interesting concept to have in Tangram. I have been meaning to try this place for a while and it did not disappoint! They staff started off with taking out order nd then after, we were given a bracelet. We were able to go up and pick up extra skewers as well as sizes and just tap the bracelet to add these items to our bill! The only thing is some food items such as the Fried Noodles, Naengmeyon and the Bibimbap have to be ordered with a server. Starting off, the Bibimbap was very basic, I do not think I will be ordering it again. However, the Naengmeyon and the Fried Noodles were absolutely delicious! We ordered another bowl of each to the table once we started getting in the groove of eating. The skewers were also great and the server notified us on how long it takes to cook them in the beginning of the meal so you have to pay attention! Definitely had a great time with my friends and it was nice that they had dishes other than the skewers so that we were able to start eating while they were cooking. My only complaint was that we were seated near the front and they had this changing screen that made a very loud and not enjoyable sound.

Jessica L.

Tried @gainblaze for the first time - our initial attempt was nearly 4 hours! Pro tip: Add your name to the waitlist, and they'll text you when your table's ready. You can even track how many parties are ahead, but you've got about 10 minutes to check in or lose your spot. We went on a Tuesday evening, and the place was surprisingly chill at first (almost empty!), though it filled up later--makes sense since it's a late-night vibe with alcohol on the menu. The concept is super fun and interactive: You get a bracelet with a QR code. Head to the skewer station and grab as many (or as few) as you want--one to sample, or load up! The best part? Try a single skewer to test flavors before committing to more. (Just remember which is which--it's on you! ) At the end of the line, the cashier scans your bracelet and inputs each item. The tablet's mostly in Chinese, and prices vary by skewer, so they double-check closely (we saw them squinting to distinguish beef from lamb ). . Then, grill everything right at your table! Timing can be tricky--we're not taking chances with raw chicken. Staff are helpful and will flag if something's done, but when it's busy, burnt skewers are on you. Seasoning packets on the table add great flavor, though the "melted cheese" side came as one big glob that didn't quite melt. Every 10 skewers earns a prize spin. We racked up 20... and won absolutely nothing. 0/2 . Live music was playing, which elevated the whole vibe--always a win! Overall, we loved the experience! The food was tasty, the self-paced portion control is perfect, and it's a fun, unique spot in Flushing's food scene.

Skewers
Lisa C.

Come with a group of people so you can try a bit of everything. Roughly $2-$4 per skewer. Note: Each table accommodates 4 max, so if you have a large group, they can put you at two tables right next to each other. How it works: - You are given a wristband (1 wristband per table) with a QR code. Bring this with you when you get the skewers. They will scan the QR code and charge everything to your table. All skewers are labeled and are neatly displayed at the front. - The seasoned meats were pretty good. Definitely give the quail eggs and chicken skin a try! The only issue we had was that we never received one order that we placed at the table. There was a QR code sticker next to the grill and we were told that we could also order via phone by scanning the QR code. In the end, we never got the dish despite asking 3 different staff members about it multiple times. I also had to ask for it to be taken off our bill twice. Not sure if this was a communication issue, but we felt like they just brushed us off whenever we asked about the dish. Additionally, we were not able to get our skewers counted at the table. You are supposed to be able to toss the metal skewers down into the hole at your table and have the computer count out your skewers (10 skewers = 1 chance to win a prize). However, the machine wasn't working & seems to have not been working for a while (staff indicated that it most likely does not work prior to testing it out for us). We had to bring all the skewers to the prize counter in the back. We had over 70 skewers and did not win anything. There were other guests at the prize counter as well so it looks like a lot of the table counters aren't working, which is surprising given that this is a relatively new establishment. Btw, they did not explain how to order, the QR wristband, prizes, unlimited cheese, etc. to our friend that arrived prior to the rest of the group. I only know about how it all works from reading the reviews and from going to similar restaurants. No explanation was given regarding the grills and only when they saw me fiddling with the power button did they come over to turn on the grill. Overall, 3.5. Food was decent & prices are okay. Service could be a little better.

raw skewers
Joanna C.

The skewers weren't bad, but they also weren't anything mind-blowing, especially for the price and portion size. The bigger issue for me was the service. It was really hot inside, we weren't offered ice head patches, and we had to wave down staff multiple times to refill out water. It honestly felt like our table was invisible at one point. Seating was also a bit cramped by where we sat. There was also a lottery game where you trade in 10 skewer sticks for a chance to win a prize, which lowkey felt like a scam. We submitted around 40-50 sticks and each time got "谢谢惠顾 / Thanks" .__. which isn't a prize. I'm glad I gave this restaurant a try, the concept is fun, but I wouldn't not come back. There are tastier more affordable skewer spots in NYC with better service.

Carmen Z.

Loveeeeeeeeeeee this place. The only sad thing is the waitlist. We happened to only be free 2 hours later, which the waitlist took 2 hours so it panned out perfectly. Wow where do I start with this place. You step into live music (yes someone is singing upstairs), large open space and you hear ding ding ding followed by a stuff animal traveling across the restaurant to its winning table, to their door sign/logo changing ever so often with all of it tabs flipping- so there was so much noise, like a casino, but amazed- not overwhelmed. We were also wowed by the large bowls of drinks at certain tables but let's take a step back. At your table there is some items already like utensils, napkins, and seasonings. Upon arrival you receive a QR code bracelet. You can walk up to the skewer bar, choose any skewers you want and let them scan it for payment to be made later, then you cook it at your table. The table has automatic rotation for the skewers. We also got a free cheese under the heated lamp for us to dip the skewers in. After eating, the table got 2 small holes, one on each side. That is actually where you throw in the finished skewer sticks. For every ten sticks, you'll see the raffle go off on the iPad. You can also order drinks at the iPad. There was a great selection, which we ended up with the beer tower. They also provide you with signs- to indicate if you want to drink on your own, or if you want workers to drink with you (good option if you cannot finish). One hiccup we encountered was that our table stopped counting the skewers mid way. We asked a worker and he tested it out with extra skewer sticks. Confirmed table was broken, apologized, and said he would get another table for us once it opens up. But maybe 20-30 min later we hear the table started counting again, counting for the previous sticks we entered too. This was not a big hiccup, and employee was really nice about it too. Sadly, we are 50 skewers but did not win anything. Suspect need to go over the 50 amount to get something unless is really actually random lol. Btw, they also have small table games to play at your table if you ask for them. Overall, food was great, ambiance was amazing and we were very entertained with their gimmicks. We all had a really great time here. Also, have to love that all that was around $50-$60/pp. Again, the only sad part is the wait. Tried a few times to go again but hard to get the queue to wait for who knows1.5-3 hours to then rush back before they skip you.

Vy T.

We have China at home! I went to a skewer place in China with a similar concept and was very excited to see this shows up in flushing! The best bites for me were the beef ribs. The cumin lamb ribs were also tasty and wasn't that gamey (coming from someone who's very sensitive to the gaminess of lamb). They give you unlimited melted cheese, which carried the whole meal in my opinion. It's quite salty. The sauce packets weren't as good as the ones in China. I felt it tasted like cardboard for some parts? It was quite expensive for what it was and for being in flushing. I left not that full and after tip and tax it was $30/person.

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Friendship Bbq

Friendship Bbq

(393 reviews)

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Downtown Flushing, Flushing

I came here for dinner recently and had a great time with friends! We ordered plenty of drinks to…read moreenjoy with our food and the service was quick. Super great vibe for hanging out with friends! We got a variety of the skewers here and I thought that all of the seasoning was great and that the portions were good; the pieces were big so the meat wasn't dry at all. I appreciated how you could customize your spice level for each and even whether you wanted it grilled or fried (for some). We also got a variety of their dishes and I enjoyed each. Amazing food to enjoy with drinks haha.

Ordered pick up from this place the other day due to an ice rice cravings (my go to place is closed…read moreon Thursdays). So, my boyfriend and I decided to check out the ice rice from this place as well as a couple of other items. Firstly, I got deep fried rice cake skewers. They were just okay because I was expecting some kind of crunch after seeing deep fried. However, there was no crunch at all and it was a little lacking in flavor. I did enjoy it though because it still had a very chewy texture which was what I was looking for. The chicken skewers I liked a lot better. The chicken was tender and although also more lightly seasoned than places, I really enjoyed it! My boyfriend wanted to try the Udon Noodles from the menu as well which I was pleasantly surprised with. The udon noodles were perfectly bouncy and did not feel too oily. And for the star of the show, we got the Milk Tea Chilled Ice. It came with a lot of toppings on the rice varying from taro mochi to herbal jelly and watermelons which were all delicious. The milk tea base is a light Earl Grey Milk Tea and being someone who struggles with black tea sometimes, this black tea was really good! It was nicely floral from the earl grey but not bitter at all! I will definitely be back again to try out a couple more items since they do close pretty late as well. They have a huge fine in area so I will probably try dining in.

Golden Pig

Golden Pig

(30 reviews)

Murray Hill, Flushing

Relatively new KBBQ replacing Jeong Yook, but the service here is UNMATCHED. The host & staff were…read moreall incredibly kind and attentive, and service was really well paced unlike most other KBBQ spots. We never felt rushed even though they were busy. It was a bit drafty at the table closest to the doors, but the host was super accommodating and willing to switch our table. He also provided us with some hot tea while we waited - so considerate! We decided on the Mixed Combo B for 2, which comes with pork belly, pork shoulder, brisket, and marinated short ribs. All of the meats are really good. I'm not the biggest fan of pork shoulder, but this was good here! Kimchi stew always hits different at BBQ spots, and Golden Pig's is delicious. We ordered an extra to go! They don't have a takeout menu yet, but the staff was kind enough to pack us some kimchi and rice anyway. Banchan here is simple but done really well. All orders are put in on the tablet at each table. While the layout of the restaurant is still very much similar to Jeong Yook and Baekjeong previously, it's definitely an upgrade. Ventilatation is pretty good but be prepared to still smell a bit after. Prices are super reasonable. Parking is doable but not always the easiest. Looking forward to coming back soon!

Came here late night around 11pm as a group of 8. They had plenty of seating around this time and…read morewe got seated immediately. Tables were clean and I loved how the chairs can open up and you can put your things inside. We ordered seafood pancake, japchae, combo C Wagyu beef, pork jowl meat, army stew, and fried mushroom with sweet and sour sauce. The combo came with steamed egg and your choice of Kimchi stew/soybean paste stew. I have to say everything was delicious, quality was amazing you can see the nice marbling on their meats! Sometimes when I go to a kbbq, some meats are just meh and tough to eat. But everything was so good. My favorite meat was the marinated short rib. The servers cooked for us and asked us how done we liked our meat and they constantly refilled our kimchi and side salads as well. They provided hot tea and cold water for us too which were stored in really nice carafes. Little small details in this place just elevated the experience for me. I would definitely come back! I think price was very reasonable for a kbbq place as well!

Chill Tavern BBQ

Chill Tavern BBQ

(1 review)

Downtown Flushing, Flushing

For Chinese BBQ skewers they offer a very nice selection of perfectly cooked and seasoned skewers…read more Instead of cart standing cart style the inside is like a chill spot with a table for all your skewers. I called and spoke with owner. BEEF and LAMB is also HALAL!

From the owner: Welcome to Chill Tavern BBQ Original Barbecue, where traditional Chinese barbecue meets the bold…read moreand spicy essence of Sichuan cuisine. Our restaurant is dedicated to bringing you an unforgettable dining experience filled with rich aromas, authentic flavors, and the warmth of handcrafted dishes. Signature Barbecue we use only fresh ingredients and our own secret marinades to create mouthwatering skewers grilled over real charcoal. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of smoky flavor and tender texture — from juicy lamb skewers and spicy chicken wings to perfectly seasoned vegetables. Our barbecue reflects the original taste of the street-style grilling culture, with an emphasis on freshness, aroma, and authentic craftsmanship. Authentic Sichuan Dishes Our menu celebrates the vibrant and fiery spirit of Sichuan cuisine. With signature dishes like Mapo Tofu, Spicy Boiled Fish, and Kung Pao Chicken, we bring out the deep flavors of Sichuan peppercorns and chili. Every dish is crafted to highlight the balance of spice, aroma, and numbing sensation that defines this beloved regional cuisine. Traditional Clay Pot Dishes For those seeking comfort and warmth, our clay pot dishes offer a rich, home-style experience. Slow-cooked to perfection, the clay pots lock in flavor and tenderness — whether it’s braised beef with potatoes, seafood tofu clay pot, or mushroom chicken stew. Each pot delivers deep, satisfying flavor in every spoonful.

Meat Me BBQ - Brisket

Meat Me BBQ

(433 reviews)

$$$

Downtown Flushing, Flushing

Overall: Would recommend depending on the time of day. They serve you, so I would recommend coming…read moreat a time with less people since there are mixed reviews about service during peak hours, but this time their service was AWESOME (best service I've ever had at a restaurant). Everything 5/5, I would come back. Came here with my partner around 1PM on a Saturday for AYCE KBBQ at $43 per adult. Unlike other KBBQ joints, the servers cook for you here. Sorry, not as many pictures as I had hoped for because I got lost in the eating... lol. Ambience: On the outside, store was inconspicuous but on the inside there was quiet K-pop music, lighting was warm/soft, and there were not many people. Food: Sides and appetizers were unlimited. The julienne pickled radish and carrots were amazing. The GF loves cheese steamed egg but I don't eat dairy. I recommend the addicting fried rice cake. There were some dull lettuce leaves but most were vibrant appearing, everything was clean. For meats, we tried to go down the list for beef cuts but got too before we could try everything. We ordered - Thin cut brisket: My favorite cut especially to start with. Thin so it cooks fast, tender, not too fatty. Not marinated so goes well with salt and pepper. - Hanger steak: Not marinated but simple, classic, and great with salt and pepper. Some pieces were tougher than others. - Finger meat: Not a fan, maybe the tendons in the meat made it tough to chew and hard to eat with the lettuce wrap. - Soy marinated short rib: Good. Light sweet marinade that wasn't overpowering and retained the meaty flavor. - Soy marinated beef bulgogi: Decent. Would say the bulgogi definitely absorbed too much sauce and a little on the saltier side which kind of overpowered the natural flavor of the meat. Service: AMAZING, best service I've ever received at a restaurant. The server clearly took pride in his work. Recommended to us where to sit to not get splashed by oils from the grill. He anticipated all of our needs. He saw I was getting garlic out of my GF's plate and brought me a separate massive plate of garlic (I am a glutton). Gave us refills of appetizers and lettuce before we even ran out. Cooked everything for us and was attentive throughout the whole experience.

AYCE - the quality of the meat was surprise great. Esp loved the hanger steak…read more The kimchijigae was actually really good, I ordered twice. So much better than the soybean soup. Not a lot of sides (non-bbq dishes). But the service was great as they cook for you. Matthew was great!

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