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    4.2 (26 reviews)
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    glazed bbq chicken with tumeric rice, garlic noodles, and pickled veggies
    Vincent P.

    Gim Belly is a food stand that can be found at many events and festivals throughout the Bay Area. When I saw that they were going to be at this one event I was attending, I was excited to give them a try! I ordered the glazed bbq chicken plate and it was so delicious and full of flavor! I loved everything in the plate and you bet I made sure to finish every last bite. If you see them at an event you're attending, definitely make sure to give them a try!

    Kenneth K.

    This Bay Area business was at the right place at the right time! We were here early for the Elk Grove Asian Pacific Culturefest & my wife had been having strong galbi cravings lately. There was another Korean foodie tent but this particular one was one we have had several times before in Sacramento bc my wife had followed them on IG. So instead of going to a brick & mortar Korean restaurant in Sacramento we took advantage! She ordered the Kalbi shortrib plate with cucumber salad no rice as they didn't have that ready but my wife no longer eats rice anyway. They had that order ready in five minutes to go! Yes nicely wrapped and ready to eat! My wife was in Galbi Heaven especially since the entree was still warm when we got home! Woohoo was she happy & satisfied! She even contemplated going back but she said she better not! She kept wavering back & forth in her mind as they were in town for 6 hours but they are known to sell out! Healthwise it was a one shot deal if you know what I mean! LOLOLOL this business' ambiance is clean and organized! Get in my belly foodie food is always satisfying! YES!!!! Yummy goodness...

    Kalbi with Shrimp and Java Rice
    Eva L.

    More like 3.5 Stars. Ordered 2 Combo plates. First combo had St Louis BBQ ribs and Grilled Pork Belly. Second combo was with Garlic Shrimp and Kalb8 Short ribs. Side dishes were garlic noodles and Java rice. Also came with cucumber salad. All of the meats were nicely marinated. The Pork Belly had more of a savory taste with milder flavor. Hint of sweetness and salty but mild enough that the pork taste was still prominent. Layer of fat and leaner meat were in good proportion. Came with a side of dipping sauce. Tasty. The St Louis Ribs also had the same profile of flavor, sweet salty but with hint of vinegar like flavor from the sauce. More sweet than salty. Stronger flavor than the pork belly. Meat was tender. Did not need to use a knife to cut through it. Came with 2 pieces of ribs. Also good. The Kalbi short ribs was sweet salty but with soy sauce flavor. Meat was not as tender as the first two. It had more of a chew to it. Good but not as good as the first two meats. The Garlic Shrimp was just ok. Wish it had a stronger garlic taste. Glad that it's already peeled. The cucumber salad was really good. It's more like pickled cucumber. Perfect side to balance all the meat flavor. The Java Rice was undercooked. Hard and dry. The grains looked like they need more water and cooking time. Garlic noodles was also ok. Needs more garlic but noodles were al dente. On the pricey side especially for the size of serving portions. Took about 20 min to get the food after ordering. Nice friendly staff.

    Cathrin P C.

    I loved the pork belly and garlic shrimp! The garlic noodles were lacking in garlic flavor but everyone was stopping me to ask where I got my plate from. The entire 2 item plate was $28 so quite pricey

    Grilled pork belly plate
    Annabelle R.

    Get In My Belly had a food stand at the North Beach Festival in SF this past weekend, and watching them grill the meats out front, I couldn't resist. Got the grilled pork belly dish with java rice, the portions were perfectly filling, and the bite-sized pork belly pieces were delicious, a bit of fat to add to the taste, juicy, tender, made just right. Service was efficient, hardly any waits, and I appreciated the easy-to-read menu with pictures... not much more I could ask for.

    LOVE LOVE LOVE working with GIM Belly!!! Firstly, they are kind, warm, caring people. They bring the smiles non-stop and if they are ever feeling the pressure of running a great meal service, you'd NEVER know. Oh and their galbi ribs - simply the best: flavor, tender and juicy texture, fat/lean balance...none better. The grilled garlic prawns - garlic noodles are the stuff of dreams. First tried them at a food festival and my hubby and I were so impressed, we asked them to cater my non-profit's largest annual gala. Stakes were high as it was our biggest event where for the first time, we were hosting an incredible array of VIPs. GIM Belly knocked it out of the park bases loaded: professionalism, communication, meal service, thoughtfulness and kindness. Firstly they came super early to set up. And the setup - so professional and beautiful. I enclosed a short vid of of part of the food station below. We did not ask for the gorgeous vases of flowers, or the hand rolled (compostable!) utensils or heat lamps to serve meals and keep them warm while Customers waited. They thoughtfully did this themselves. We were wowed before the meal service even started. The food was incredible and you can see all the other photos from other posters on how amazing it is. What I want to share is that consistency is key - every meal is delicious and they exceeded expectations. Additionally they brought the same energy through their staff - equally professional, helpful and kind. Singing GIM Belly's praises is wonderful and working with them is the blessing you need. THANK YOU GIM BELLY TEAM !!! We can't wait to work with you again!

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    Jennifer T.

    I smelled the food at the Sunset Night Market and knew I need to try this. My friend and I shared the combo plate. We ordered the garlic noodles with garlic shrimp and ribs. They gave us 3 pieces of ribs and 3 pieces of shrimp for $27. Everything was really yummy and it felt so good to eat freshly grilled bbq. The smoke smelled so good and the food was hot (in temperature) instead of the ready made food. Definitely would recommend! I'm so happy I got to try this. Other reviews said they need to buy a ticket at Foodieland to try this!

    Nirsh A.

    I got to try this place this weekend at the North Beach festival. I was craving something saucy, and this definitely hit the spot. I got the barbecue chicken with garlic noodles and rice. The garlic noodles were so good and flavorful however, I feel like the rice was lacking in flavor so I didn't eat all of it. They give you a pretty hefty portion as the price is $20, definitely worth trying!

    Isaac K.

    I was able to finally try this food truck at the water lantern festival in San Jose. I got the BBQ chicken with Garlic Noodles and it was really good! The food came out quick, the bowl had an impressive portion, and the person that took my order was super friendly! Would definitely try this food truck again.

    Perla F.

    Food is 10/10!!!! This is a must try!!!!! Ribs were rich and super flavorful!!!! First time trying garlic noodles and they were delicious! Service was amazing, super sweet ladies!

    Bbq ribs and garlic shrimp combo
    Helen W.

    I came across gim belly bbq at the 626 night market near the great mall. Tried a variety of stuff at the market and gim was the major stand out. This place needs a restaurant!! Because if they had one, i would be back for round 2 the next day ;). Bbq ribs 5/5: not covered in sauce like most bbq ribs but perfectly so. The taste was lighter than most ribs but still more flavorful somehow. Meat was super tender. Garlic shrimp 5/5: shrimp tasted amazing too! Garlic noodles 5/5: dont know how they make these so good but best garlic noodles ive had and im craving for more already. Rice: 4/5 still good, light taste, but mayb not as addicting as everything else.

    Those ribs!
    Cheryl M.

    Found out about GIM "Get In My" Belly BBQ from the NorCal Kababayan Community food pop up at Capitol Corridor Amtrak station in Hayward. Various Filipino Food vendors but this one stood out as I love barbecue! Nice, sweet Asian-style glazed ribs that were super tender and flavorful. Next time I'll opt to get the sauce on the side as I'm not one to use a lot of sweet sauces. Will definitely try their other dishes like the Hawaiian garlic shrimp or honey-glazed salmon but for this first try was a solid 4 stars. Food delicious and reasonably priced at $13. Will have to check FB or IG for their next event as they were part of the Fil-Am Bay Area Backyard Movement (fka Fil-Am Bay Area Popup) over the weekend but missed. Definitely a yummy food vendor worth following

    a lot of meat cooking on a grill
    Dominic B.

    Had the opportunity to try GIM Belly at Foodieland in Berkely and it was great! - Jumbo Pork Bun - Garlic Shrimp w/ Garlic Noodles If you love pork buns, you're in for something serious here! The jumbo pork bun is HUGE and fully loaded with savory and moist pork. Every bite is packed with flavor but inside is a real treat as you eat your way to an oozy, perfectly soft-boiled ramen egg that saturates the pork and adds a new depth of flavor. I also love shrimp and their garlic shrimp was on point. Each piece of shrimp was beautifully crusted with so much garlic and the flavor was awesome! The garlic noodles were a bit milder but that was totally okay with the flavor bomb from the shrimp. Liza and Jojo were very hospitable and kind. Thank you so much for the experience!

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    Yummy Church Fundraiser!!Enjoyed juicy Bbq chicken and short rib combo with coleslaw and jasmine rice

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    The garlic noodles were dry and the rice was not it but I liked the short ribs. The customer service was alright.

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    The food was lukewarm and it seems it may have been sitting out for a while before they served it. Also it was very pricey for what it was.

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    $30.62 with tax: two-meat plate with an upcharge for the ribs and brisket…read more First, please don't take the 3 stars as a bad review. It's not. There was nothing wrong with the BBQ, and I'd absolutely eat here again. For me, the rating came down more to value, portion size, and personal preference than anything being poorly executed. When the plate landed, my first thought was that there could have been a little more protein. I mean, I had just paid about $30 and was also charged an upcharge for the ribs and brisket. The sides were generous, though, so it wasn't like I left hungry. Brisket: The chunks were sweet and moist. The slices were just okay on their own, but the sauce helped. In hindsight, I probably would have asked for cuts from the round rather than the flat. But I wasn't asked, and I didn't think to ask. Ribs: Also fine. Nothing wrong with them, but they didn't make me stop and think, that I'd be licking my fingers. The thing about BBQ for me is it's easy to eat and make, but you can't exactly decide at 5 p.m. that you're craving BBQ for dinner. But I appreciate what goes into it and what they are doing here. The sides were generous. The slaw was fresh and crisp, and I really liked how it cut through the richness and boldness of the meats. The mac & cheese wasn't quite my style. I like mine extra cheesy, gooey, and sticky. This one seemed to lean more toward a roux-based cheese sauce. Which makes sense because roux-based sauces tend to hold a smoother texture and separate less when they're stored and reheated. It just wasn't my jam. I ate it, though, but I'd choose something different next time. This was a very easy lunch visit. I ordered my meal, and it arrived shortly after my first trip to the pickle station. Service was fast. There was no real line to speak of, and I arrived after the typical lunch rush, but all the tables were clean. The parking lot is the way to go. There are about 20 spaces and there isn't really street parking, so plan accordingly. But the thing that really stood out to me had nothing to do with my plate. Someone arrived with their well behaved dog, and one of the restaurant employees offered the dog a bowl of water and a piece of brisket. That kind of hospitality gets noticed. It's a small gesture, but those are the details that make a restaurant memorable. It felt genuinely kind and welcoming, and honestly, that's something I'll remember longer than whether I preferred the mac & cheese. Bottom line is it's a solid BBQ spot, generous sides, fast service, and some genuinely nice hospitality.

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