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Gen Korean BBQ House

3.6 (2.4k reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
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Brittany E.

Our second time here. First time was terrible. Second time amazing Jaidan was our server! Super nice and educated us on how it worked. Was fast efficient, friendly!! Absolutely amazing!! We did several rounds of food. When I accident my ordered meat with no flavor he offered seasons for it. Made it tolerable lol. Ambiance tonight was chill not too busy, Jaidan replaced our grill several times!! And without asking. Honestly Jaidan made our experience 1,000x's better than the first time. Food was great!! But the service was *chef's kiss * absolutely love great service and it's hard to find now a days. Anyways great food great service. Even the front lady was super nice and friendly !!

Jessica L.

We went for our friends birthday at 11 AM on a Saturday. It was nice because there wasn't a wait! Our table had one grill but easily sat 6 people. They do a great job of changing out the grill pretty often, so your food doesn't get burnt. You are limited to 4 items per round, but unlimited rounds, in two hours. We were surprised about how much we were able to eat, but the meat is so high quality and not too fatty! We really appreciated how often the waiters would check on us. Overall great time!

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Robert C.

Stopped by after a nearby 9-holes at Buchanan. Korean bbq always hits the spot. We had an early dinner and were seated quickly. The place got crowded shortly thereafter. Our server, Michael, was friendly and efficient. We got the regular meat selection, and ordered the bulgogi fries, gyoza, and tofu stew- all were really good. Our standout meats were the bulgogi, spicy pork, and Hawaiian pork chop. Michael kept us busy with plates of meat to grill. The staff also changed out our grill 4 times, which was nice. We liked the rice paper and radish wraps too. They don't have lettuce wraps, which is unusual for a KBBQ spot. A little more banchan variety would be nice too. Food was good, as was the service- we'll be back!

Lincoln T.

We've been to this Gen Korean location several times, and it is always a great experience! With young kids, the prices are actually lower than our local AYCE spot, and Gen Korean even has a larger menu. On a Sunday at 12:30p, our party of 4 was seated immediately. We scanned the QR code menu, max of 4 meats could be ordered, and no doubling up. We started with the beef bulgogi, sweet garlic beef belly, honey soy beef belly, and pork belly marinated with rich garlic sauce...wanting to go with the thin, flavorful cuts. We went 4 rounds and had just as many grill changes! With all the other extras like japchae, calamari, mandu, and fresh salads, we were more than satisfied and felt like it was totally worthwhile!

All the yummy sides
Sakkara C.

As always, excellent service, food is fresh, delicious, ambiance, I was with my good friend, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. They offer new items ( boba milk teas, etc,) I love it so much!!!!!

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Winston L.

Our friends got us some gift cards from Costco for or a meal out at GEN. We were excited to visit today, but expectations were tempered based on other Yelp reviews. We went for a Sunday lunch. Got there at 11:30 and only a few other patrons were there. By the time we left at around 1, a little over half the restaurant was full. I wanted to address the service since there were so many Yelp complaints. Our server, Duane, was super nice, and really everyone we were interacting with were friendly. They do seem a bit understaffed though especially in the kitchen. The meats for cooking came out fairly quickly. The sides were extremely slow. We were half an hour into our meal and none of the sides had arrived. About an hour in we ran out of food at the table (a sign of everything being backed up). In terms of the food, I thought the meat quality was pretty good. We liked the Honey Soy Beef Belly and Galbi. If you're feeling adventurous, try the Daechang (ox intestine). We cooked it until it was 1/3 of its original size - super chewy and interesting. For the sides, everything was ok, but the standout side was the Hottoek. Flaky exterior and a soft and not too sweet filling. The menu is a bit intimidating and we actually glossed over an entire page of sides we could have gotten. From that page, I would have ordered salad, radish paper, and rice paper. Overall, a good experience if you don't mind waiting a little for ordering.

Selina L.

After reading all the mixed reviews I was a bit concerned. But we had some gift cards that we wanted to use it and so gave it a chance. They were definitely short staffed on Sunday at lunch time, but the food quality was really good for ~$30/pp. All the meat and seafood we received was good quality and fresh. It does take them a while to get us food each time we order. And they did forget some orders, which we eventually got after a few reminders. But be kind to your servers please, remember it's not their fault that they're under staffed, and just kindly remind them and they'll eventually bring out all your food. It doesn't hurt to be kind. Some of the family favorites were the beef short ribs, beef belly, pork belly, steak, and Korean dessert pancakes. Some people complained about the AC not working, but we felt fine even though it was a warm day, so AC must be working that day? Overall a good experience. We will be back!

Mary S.

Parking was plentiful for a weekday lunch hour. We were seated within minutes of arriving. The staff were great. Our server was patient and efficient. She explained how many items the table could order at once and checked on us before we were done with each set. Lunch was a great deal. $20.95 for all you can eat. We enjoyed the spicy pork bulgogi, beef bulgogi, fried shrimp and banchan. There were a couple of items that were meh, but the overall value and quality was still worth it.

Jessica E.

I received a gift card here, so my husband and I decided to try this place. We love Korean food. Every time we go to an Ayce restaurant, it's pricey, but food is usually good. Our favorite is the Galbi ribs. The sides are also good, just limited in the selection. The only drawback was the seating. Felt very cramped.

Premium rib eye steak, missing the garlic sauce
Alissa P.

My husband and I came here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. We got there around 12:15pm and it was surprisingly not very busy yet. We were seated promptly and scanned the menu to check the options. We chose to upgrade to their premium menu for an additional $20/person (on top of the ~$30/person dinner price). If I remember correctly, there were about 5 options included on the premium menu. We were able to place our order for meats quickly, but we didn't get our meat order for about 10 minutes. The two tables next to us were seated after us but both received their orders before we did. We only ordered off the premium menu this day. There was a long bone steak which was very good, but difficult to cook on the grill due to the length of the steak with bone in. We got a few premium rib the steaks which was probably my favorite. This comes with a garlic sauce, but I had to ask our server for it twice. We also got the marinated short rib from the premium menu. This was very good as well. My husband's favorite was definitely the Wagyu. It was easy to cook and good quality. Not sure if they have a time limit here but we stayed for probably 90 minutes or so. There was a lot of wait time in between getting our meat orders. The place was packed by the time we left. With so many other kbbq options available now, we probably wouldn't be going back to Gen for their premium menu. It was nice to try though.

Alan D.

Gen Korean BBQ House where my buddy and I clock in for our two-hour, all you can eat lunch shift like it's a second job. Loose fitting clothes are a must unless you enjoy the feeling of a human dumpling lol. First things first a large Sapporo for hydration (responsible adults here) and maybe some sakè if we're feeling bold. Nothing beats catching up over sizzling meats, talking about life, family, and work never a dull moment. I'm always the one stuck grilling, which basically makes me the unpaid chef. I keep telling my buddy that whoever does the grilling should eat for free he's yet to agree, but I'm working on it lol. The food? Always hits the spot. The service? A roll of the dice. Some servers are quick and friendly, others move like they've got nowhere to be. That's why we order BIG on the first round because waiting when you're starving is a personal attack. Some items might be MIA, but for the price, it still beats most KBBQ spots in Concord. I wish I could give this place 3.5 stars because 3 feels kinda mean, but 4 feels too generous like tipping 20% when the waiter forgot about you for half the meal. Oh, and don't wear your good clothes unless you want to smell like a smokehouse for the rest of the day. But hey, meat sweats and good times? Worth it. We'll be back like a perfectly marinated short rib hitting the grill Yadadaimean: )

Dianna H.

Had an amazing dinner recently at Gen with amazing service! I've been to many other Gen locations before across Norcal and Socal, but I have to say that I had the best service here at the Concord location. Thanks to our server Jusstin who made sure we got everything we ordered and was super on top of changing our grill plates every time without us asking! My party of 4 came for a recent Saturday dinner. We arrived a little after 6 pm and was quoted a 30 minute wait, which was pretty accurate. The smoke smell hits you as soon as you step in, so make sure you dress accordingly. I wish the ventilation here was better. I think Gen has the best value for AYCE kbbq in the bay. For weekday lunch (Mon-Thu), it costs $20.95 per person, and for weekends + dinner, it costs $30.95 per person. That's such a steal, especially compared to other AYCE places! There's also a premium tier which is +$20 per person, but we didn't get it as we thought the selection was excellent with the basic tier. We tried a bunch of items from the menu. Everything was solid, but some of our favorites were the beef belly (both flavors - honey soy and gochujang - were fantastic), spicy pork bulgogi, and the galbi. We liked the beef belly so much we got seconds of it! The one item I would skip is the japchae; it wasn't very good here.

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Susan T.

Came back the second time.. service was also okay.. it's more like they're low on staff.. the server is super stressed out and overwhelmed.. food was coming out late.. takes a really long time for a refill or ordering food. It's not as crowded inside as we thought. The meat is okay. Ambiance is fine.

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Love this place, very good food, lots of choices, great service, friendly and very clean...highly recommend

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Are the tip included?

No. Still a reasonable price.

What is the price for weekend lunch?

you'll be ordering off the dinner menu, so dinner price. we ate there for lunch on a friday this month, thinking it would be paying lunch price but nope!

Does anyone know what type of soju is used in the yogurt soju cocktail? It was soooo good! And wanted to know the brands that were used

Can i eat alone for ayce?

Yes you can why not

Are they requiring vaccination cards? Also, how much for weekends?

No and masks are no longer required either.

How much of the menu is gluten free? Is the soy sauce gluten free?

The soy sauce is not gluten free and cross contamination is high risk.

What are the current hours on Saturday?

How much is dinner / weekend lunch / weekend dinner price?

Now, $28.95

Do they have a kids price?

Yes. But I can't remember how much. It was cheaper then the adult price.

Anyone know if they are requiring vaccination cards?

No they are not

Are they serving lunch at the lunch price? Review from a month ago said they were charged regular price for weekday lunch.

Yes they are . Only on weekends is same pricing as dinner

What are the two sauces the give you in the little white plates?

One is sesame oil, the other is a soy based sauce (also called brisket sauce). The third option in the white plate is salt and pepper

Do they take reservations?

For parties bigger than 10, they do.

Are they still offering take out orders?

Yes they are

Many outdoor seating?

No outdoor seating :)

Why don't you guys carry beef tongue like other Gen?

Do you take reservations? If so, how do we make them. We have a group of 7.

Reservations are for parties bigger than 10 people

Do they charge kids and toddlers the same price as adults?

Different pric for children :) kids 12 & under $9.95 I recall while adults in Concord paid $19.95. Lunch prices. Great 👍 value family 👪 of four before 3 p.m.!

How long is the wait for food?

Once seated, about 10 minutes after order (I thought it should have been quicker!) They are short-staffed, unfortunately, like many other businesses *

Do they do reservations of a party of 6+?

Not currently.

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Barney's Hickory Pit

3.5(291 reviews)
2.1 mi
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Nice local Concord bbq spot that has been around for decades…read more Bbq was very good and they are very generous. Our waitress was very nice. So much food we had extra to take home

The service was friendly and pretty fast, but the food was very disappointing - especially for the…read moreprice. My 10oz top sirloin was listed in the menu as $24.95, but was $25.95 on my receipt. They also added a $4 "beef surcharge" on top of that. They do have a sign posted when you come in that there will be a surcharge, but they don't say how much on that sign or the menu. So, my mediocre steak was $30. I should've just gotten a 12oz steak from the grocery store that's $30/lb and gotten two extra ounces. Mozzarella sticks were just store-bought frozen ones - nothing to write home about. Mac N Cheese was bad, and was an up-charge side for my steak that comes with a side for another $3. Texas toast was just griddled burger bun. My salad came with beets tho, so that was nice, I guess? Ambiance was essentially a greasy spoon vibe with open kitchen, was likely an American diner before. One or two TVs with sports by the bar seating. I've been trying spots around here since moving to the area, and I'll mark this one off as a "no thank you." I wish I would've gotten the ribs to give them a try, but the special steak lured me in and was a swing and a miss. I can eat a lot better for $45 elsewhere.

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Kinder's Meats Deli BBQ

4.0(1.1k reviews)
2.3 mi
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I ordered a prime rib roast from Kinder's for Christmas, and the entire experience was outstanding…read morefrom start to finish. The team was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and accommodating--especially when I needed to change my pickup date. They made everything easy and stress-free. When I came in to pick up the order, everything was perfectly prepared and seasoned. My son-in-law handled the baking, and the result was absolutely delicious--tender, flavorful, and a true showstopper for our holiday meal. I was order number 66 and genuinely appreciated everyone who worked on it. You could really tell the care that went into the preparation. I would highly recommend Kinder's if you're looking for high-quality, premium meat and exceptional customer service. Thank you so much to the whole team!

I'm a little sad. I've been a long term Kinder's supporter. But today things are going to change…read more See the foods always been good but when I gave them my Kinder's Frequent Buyers Card, the little kid behind the counter sharply said we don't accept those anymore. A lady who possibly could've been the manager said they transferred everything over to a phone number, but they're not willing to transfer any of my prior purchases and my card is almost full. So with that said I won't return and I won't need to mention how filthy the place was because the photos speak for themselves

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Kinder's Meats Deli BBQ - Very disappointed. Subway makes a better sandwich. Where can we finnaly find a good pastrami sandwich in the Bay Area?

Very disappointed. Subway makes a better sandwich. Where can we finnaly find a good pastrami sandwich in the Bay Area?

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Sauced BBQ & Spirits

Sauced BBQ & Spirits

3.7(1.5k reviews)
4.9 mi
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I've tried the best BBQ that Austin, Nashville, Memphis and Atlanta have to offer…read more I've watched "Chef's Table: BBQ" series on Netflix a number of times. I think that Sauced BBQ is as good as any BBQ I've tried throughout the US. This past weekend I traveled across the bay and ordered the Third Rack of Spare Ribs with a side of Potato Salad and Mac n Cheese. The Spare Ribs - were fall of the bone tender. And the meat was so rich and flavorful. The Mac n Cheese is some of the best I've had. And the Potato Salad while it was super good but had way too much mayonnaise. But I'd probably order both again as sides! Now for the not so good. Sauce was out of Burnt Ends. Ugghhhhh! Every time I visit, I've counted on Burnt Ends being available. I understand they are a scarce commodity, but it was disappointing they were not on the menu. That's how good they are! One comment. I don't know who's decision it was to add a video arcade to the restaurant, but I sincerely felt I was in Vegas at a cheap restaurant on the strip. The place is already pretty loud but to add screaming kids and video games seems a bit odd to me. Just seems completely out of place and doesn't add to the strengths of the restaurant - creating the best environment to serve some of the best BBQ in the Bay Area. Matt says check out Sauced after you finish shopping at Nordstrom or Macy's. You'll love the BBQ. Just make sure you are seated opposite from the video arcade.

Went in last night to try out some bbq I recently heard about over at Sauced in WC! We got in about…read morean hour before closing. It was plenty of seating, we actually got to pick where we wanted since it was not busy. Of course since the Warriors were playing we chose right next to a huge screen. So for the food, I'd say they had a pretty good menu. I love sausage links and was a bit disappointed that they don't serve them. So we both went with the 2 meat combo; ribs and brisket & tri tip, not too bad but I've had better. The portion size was good, it was tasty but not hittin like I was anticipating! Then for sides the Mac was pretty good not hot and the beans were yummy. Ummm the cornbread was a bit dry so I think I'll pass on that next time. They have an area with video games which is great for kids to stay occupied too. Also, the restrooms were clean also which is a plus.

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Rednexican Nachos with Pork, Yum.

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