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I had made an advanced reservation by phone for my group of 12 people to celebrate a birthday. It was for a Saturday at 6pm. Despite my group was 20 minutes late, the staffs were very accommodating. We were split between 2 tables close to each other. Each table had 1 grill. We opted for the $55/pp AYCE premium menu. The first order was taken by the staff. Each subsequent order was taken on our phones via QR code. It seemed we ordered much more than the 6 item limit allowed per round and it wasn't an issue. Items came out fast. Not only were the Wagyu items good, but so were most of the appetizers and side dishes including: Takoyaki, fried squid tentacles, agedashi tofu, karaage and miso eggplant. Some were just ok. I found the cheese corn to have too much mayo, the garlic fries were mid and the edamame had too much black pepper. If you are thinking of getting plain rice, get a donburi bowl because that way you have rice and meat too. When our 90 minutes up, we were never rushed to leave. We didn't even get a reminder that our time was running out. Each staff was friendly. We would definitely come back again.
Ushiya Grill is a great all you can eat Japanese yakiniku spot. The $55 premium Wagyu tier is worth it, and there's also a $35 option if you want something simpler. Nice bonus, my 3 year old met the height requirement and ate free. The ventilated grills really make a difference. You still get the full BBQ experience, but you don't walk out smelling smoky. You've got all the fixings like lettuce and radish wraps, kimchi, and steamed rice. Ordering is done through a QR code and service is quick. There's a 6 plate limit at a time, which helps pace everything. You are timed, but it never felt rushed. Ambiance is lively and a bit noisy, but it fits the vibe. Overall, good value, good food, and a fun experience.
Came in for a Saturday night and it honestly didn't take too long to get seated if you join the waitlist on your way over. We did the standard AYCE menu for $35 and it was surprisingly really cheap for all that it offered. The meats are flavorful, but I'd say service was average. Everything is ordered through the QR code and they definitely missed many items here and there. Then the other half of the time you think they missed it so you order it again and two show up. Do love that they offer a lot of appetizers and rice bowls though - a LOT more than your standard AYCE place. Also worth noting that ventilation around the grills work really well so you won't leave smelling like BBQ at all.
Came here to celebrate a friends birthday and we ordered the premium menu ($55/person) and I really enjoyed every meat that we ordered. The ordering system is via a website so you can keep ordering without waiting for a server to come to you. The food did come out pretty slow which may be because you are not assigned 1 specific server, but other than that it was a great meal! I definitely recommend upgrading for the wagyu meats. All of the appetizers and sides were great too. It's lively inside with plenty of seating. Def worth a try!
Weekday visit for lunch. First time here. We did the signature. Decent size restaurant with good amount of tables. Service was efficient. The person helping was also nice. Easy ordering thru your phone. We liked the Brisket. My husband loved the Intestine and Pork Shoulder. Get the Vegetables too! We will be back if in the area to try the other premium menu. Private lot in front
I go to Ushiya quite often because it's a short distance from me, and I always enjoy the variety on their menu. I especially like their sides, such as the soups and fried appetizers. They offer a wide selection, and the ability to order from your phone makes everything easy. However, the quality of the meat isn't the best. That said, given that the price is relatively affordable, I would still go back.
Was visiting the area and we found this place as a recommended spot. They have two options for AYCE, and we chose the cheaper option. There was thankfully no line when we came for dinner around 7:30PM on a Saturday and were seated immediately. Place was bustling and staff were quickly moving around delivering orders. There was music playing and it was a bit loud. Staff checked in with us around 2 or 3 times to verify last call for our 90 minute seat time. The grill was hot the entire time and the grill was changed once. Bussers were also going around quickly picking up empty plates. Tables had a foldable portion where all the delivered food could be placed while the majority of the table is used for cooking and eating. We had to flag down a waiter to refill our water, but they were quick to help. There was a variety of sauce options available (the house spicy sauce was pretty good) and salt/pepper was in a smaller dish. To order, there's a laminated menu, and a QR code menu you can use to directly order into the kitchen. It's 6 orders at a time, but there was no limit to how many 6 order submissions you can make in a certain time frame. My favorite items were: marinated pork shoulder, takoyaki, cheese corn, and lettuce. The lettuce was crisp and fresh, and paired well with the corn cheese, meat, onion, salt/pepper, and sauce, for a delicious bite. There is an additional charge for soda, but it was refillable. They also have an empty plate which can be used as the "cooked food" plate to avoid cross contamination. There were plenty of options, and would love to come back and one day try the more expensive option.
Not a bad choice for Ayce. Food assortment is alright. We did enjoy most of the first rounds of meat, but once we got to the second round of the same meats, two of the meats were super tough to chew for some reason and it wasn't appetizing anymore. Inconsistent cuts methinks. The ones I'd get again would be short rib, finger rib, brisket. The raw yukke was like freshly frozen cut of meat. I wasn't super mad at it but if it could've been just a little less frozen (but it's not my first time I've had it prepared this cold). The sauce choices however were pretty good. We also didn't smell too terrible after our meal. We did notice that some people were dining on the other side with dogs leashed to a pole, and that was kind of a turn off. Service - 3 / Ambiance - 3 / Food - 3 / Price - 3
High quality cuts of meat for less $60 per person is a great deal. Great food and great service. Came here after a quick mission peak hike ( wasn't a quick hike) and got here an hour before they closed. They allowed us to stay after the doors were closed which I felt bad but they were very kind. We came with empty stomachs and left really full. Will definitely be back again with more family and friends. If you're in Milpitas it's a must try.
If you're expecting good quality Japanese wagyu, don't come - the quality of meats is far from it. Starting off, there was one server that explains the menu and take your order for the first round, but afterwards, you can order from the QR code. Very efficient and the meats came out fast. From the premium section, we tried their Harami, brisket, ribeye, beef tongue and zabuton. Honestly, I can barely taste the difference from one another. Maybe since it was labeled as wagyu, I was expecting tenderness and juiciness. Instead, the meats were very lean and chewy. They also didn't have any beef toro which was disappointing. Tables were very close together as well. But they did have a lot of tables/seating.
Finally made time to eat here. The place is huge and my party walked in on a weekend evening without reservations. We were seated within minutes. Menu is all you can eat for 90 mins. There's the regular price of $35 per person or the upgrade price of $55 per person. The upgraded side includes premium cuts of meat like Wagyu. The tables are different than Korean bbq. The vents are built around the grill instead of a huge vent overhead. Ordering is done by QR code and a max of 6 plates can be ordered at a time. This is time consuming since every single plate counts toward that 6 such as a side of mushrooms or a cup of lettuce. So get all your meat orders in before ordering sides and sauces. The meat comes out in small trays which after a while they start to take up valuable table space. The meat selection on the printed menu and the QR menu doesn't really line up but we found what we wanted eventually. Grills are changed upon request and service was quick. I think this is great for two people or a small group. But not for a big family.
Came with a couple of our friends to get lunch. Ushiya is in a cursed location- over the years, many places have inhabited this spot, like malu bian bian and tk noodle, with tk noodle living the longest in my memory. We had to wait a decent amount on a saturday, something like 40 minutes. The expectations were high because of the hype behind this place. The interior doesn't change too much over the years. The previous restauraunts all had similar interiors and this looks more or less like a regular kbbq store. Their grills are kinda neat though! But because of the lack of holes, oil sloshes around. We personally felt it was pretty good but the meat quality was not leaps and bounds above solid kbbq. With the other options available This didn't stand out too much to us but it was solid for sure. I'd try it again. Maybe the batches we had were less marbled. We had a good experience as a group. Overall nothing wrong with it and solid meat and service.
This is one of the better AYCE Japanese BBQ in the South Bay that my husband and I have had. We went here for a date night on a weekday and were seated fairly quickly. It's a very spacious spot. I love that it isn't smoky like KBBQ and you leave without stinking like food smoke. There are 2 different tiers of meat options, Signature $35/person and Premium $55/person with the time limit of 2hrs. Premium tier also includes everything off the Signature tier. We chose the Premium option. Appetizers and sides are all included in the price. Each order of meat/sides came out within just a few minutes after ordering, we barely waited for anything to come out. Not all meats are good until we found the better ones and that made the experience SO MUCH better! Some of the initial meats we ordered were so tough and chewy they were bad. If you know what's good and order that right off the bat, the experience will probably be 10/10. Sauces are all at your table so no need to get up and down to get your sauce. Bottom line: Good value, good quality. Already thinking of when we'll come back!
Yakiniku is a lot more rare than its Korean counterpart, so I was excited about finding an AYCE Japanese BBQ (with minor KBBQ influence) to go to after a morning of fishing. Ushiya Grill is relatively new, so I think they've tweaked a few things since my visit. Currently, their basic menu is $35/pp and the premium menu with wagyu is $55/pp. I opted for the basic menu like I usually do on my first visit to an AYCE because meat is meat. Good * Meat quality is solid and marinades are good (spicy here means drizzled with gochujang). * Food comes out fast, and service is solid. * The fruit soy and miso sauces on the table are tasty. * Soy marinaded meats are flavored well; sweet soy finger rib was our favorite cut. * Very popular and busy, but seems to have a shorter wait time than other AYCE places in the bay, and usage of Yelp waitlist and reservations. * Reasonable price for AYCE yakiniku. Bad * They may forget an order submission, or forget to tell you it's out of stock. * Paper menu differs from what they actually offer on the QR code you use to order from phone, so it's hard to plan for what to eat, and several items listed on the paper menu were not available. * Water is room temperature and basically tap water flavored with a lemon slice. * Rice is questionably dirty, hard, dry, and clumped up. * Appetizers are budget versions. * The thinner cuts have a tendency to stick to the grill. The complaints are only minor, and I'd enjoy coming here again. It's located in the center of a spacious plaza with a lot of parking and other Asian restaurants and tea. read more
First time at Ushiya and wow--what a feast! Their all-you-can-eat Japanese BBQ lets you grill your own meats, and it's as fun with friends as it is flavorful. From marbled cuts to savory marinades, every bite was sizzling perfection. The vibe? Energetic and welcoming, with staff who keep the plates coming and the grill hot and clean. Great for groups, date nights, or anyone craving hands-on dining with bold flavors. Can't wait to go back and try even more! read more
8 months ago
We found out about this place when they were literally starting to accept customers. It was not cheap but also they advertised ayce wagyu for $55. We came in without expectations but pleasantly surprised! The servers were prompt at getting the meats out as they have a time limit like most:Their grill gets pretty hot therefore we are able to just have the fatty cuts only kiss the grill a little bit. Unlike other places where it doesnt get hot enough and the fat does not get rendered! Wish they have the names of the cuts when they take the meat out. Often times were googling and guessing. i have had better quality wagyu but still also better than most! for the prize id definitely go back. read more
9 months ago
This was a 10/10 experience for me. We dined around noon on a weekday and were greeted and seated right away as there was no line/wait. They do have a waitlist tablet by the door so that is an option for busier hours and larger parties. I liked how we were able to place our orders through a QR link so we didn't have to wait or flag our servers at any point during our meal. The service was very quick and efficient once we placed our orders. They also took away empty plates right away to clear our table. Our server attended to our table and was able to change our grill 4 times when she noticed it was time for a grill change. She was very kind and checked up on our table asking if we needed any more utensils or drinks. The meat we ate was amazing. I loved the premium selection on the menu. Each bite was so tender and flavorful. The dipping sauces were a great addition to the grilled meat. I love this restaurant and would recommend anyone in the Bay Area to stop by for a good selection of AYCE meat! I left full and satisfied with everything here :) Our bill came to be around $144 with 20% tip! Overall, we knew we got our moneys worth here. Come with an empty stomach so you can take advantage of the menu! This place is worth it. read more
2 months ago
9 months ago
This restaurant is kind of new, but I have already been here like two times because it's just that good and especially for the price that you're paying for all you can eat Wagyu. I like to call ahead to make reservation for the weekend just to avoid the wait. It can get really busy on the weekends. The food here is really good and I really enjoy all the type of meats they have. My family really likes this place a lot too, which is very surprising to me because they rarely eat out. The restaurant is a little bit on the smaller side so it can get quite loud but service is really quick because you order everything with a QR code on your phone! read more
So delicious! Friendly, fast service paired with excellent quality meat. We opted for the premium menu, which is definitely pricier but I think worth it for the wagyu quality. I only tried meats from the premium menu (except for brisket which was pretty good), so I can't really speak to the signature menu's quality. Every piece we ordered was very tender, but my favorites were definitely the premium tongue center and the wagyu short rib. Their tongue cuts are a little bit on the thicker end than I'm used to, which I actually kinda like because it was still quite tender. You order on your phone which makes it super easy, and the service is quick at bringing out the dishes. I also appreciated that the portion sizes for each meat order were on the smaller side, allowing us to try more variety without over-ordering. Since I went as a party of two, this was especially great. For appetizers and sides, the miso eggplant was fantastic. I didn't expect a whole eggplant, and I loved the smoky char from the grill. The takoyaki was crispy and while it could have used a little bit more octopus, I honestly did not mind considering how much meat we already had. The kimchi was crunchy and fresh as well. I would love if they offered rice paper or a small dessert like ice cream, but at least I saved on carbs! Made a reservation for weekend lunch and it was easy to get seated (although quite packed). I think dinner time is even busier but they do have yelp waitlist which is a plus. read more
My come away from visiting Ushiya was that I need to visit again, but also need to try the wagyu tier. First impressions were that it's was a bit more greasy and unclean than I had anticipated. I know it's AYCE BBQ, but it's also Japanese and it was more unclean than most of any other AY E BBQ places. The service, good--standard. They do stations, so my beer (which came in a plastic cup :( ) took a while longer while the meats were quick. The food was good. I enjoy the smaller portions. Be quick with cooking because it burns fast. Overall, experience was fine, but I did feel like the little things could have made the experience that much better, like actual glass cups for beer and maybe wipe the tables down a bit better so it's not as greasy? read more
5 months ago
Great place to grab all you can eat bbq. They have a nice selection of meats ranging from American/Australian Wagyu to Chicken to Seafood. Service is also laid back placing your meat rounds via qr code. They use a mesh style grill instead of the flat one. read more
9 months ago
Came here on a Saturday afternoon and was pleasantly surprised with only about a 5-minute wait. Once seated, we ordered through the QR code, and the food came out almost instantly. We went with the signature menu, which offered a solid variety of meats and some seafood. Everything was seasoned well and full of flavor. I especially appreciated the wide range of sides and appetizers included with the menu! The restaurant was clean and staff were friendly and attentive. Overall, it was a great experience. I highly recommend if you're in the area and craving some quality BBQ! read more
Recently went to this place with some frenz for the first time. My gf made reservations so we didn't wait long for our table. You order from your mobile and they bring the items to you. There were 4 of us and we were capped at 6 items per round for the entire party whereas other places it's per person. Been to many similar restaurants and we thought it fell short when it came to varieties and options. The meat selection was decent but not a lot of side dishes and there were no desserts, hot saki or hot tea. That was a disappointment. I didn't want soda nor did I want to drink just water and it was a cold night so I preferred something warm. The service was fast and friendly, casual environment with good ventilation. read more
We went in on a Thursday morning for lunch, and we were sat right away. Joann was very attentive, and the food came out pretty quickly. My personal favorite was the wagyu short rib--super tender. I ate probably 3 portions of kimchi (pretty good kimchi) with the meats. The spicy beef bone broth was quite underwhelming so I wouldn't get that. I'd love to try udon & cold noodles when they become available. read more
10 months ago
Tried Ushiya for the first time and wow... it was so good! We got there right before they opened, so we were lucky to snag seats before the dinner rush hit. We went for the premium tier ($55 per person) since it included a lot more wagyu cuts. The brisket? Absolute favorite -- it literally melted in our mouths. They also serve plenty of appetizers like chicken karaage, fries, gyoza, and more. Plus, all the non-alcoholic drinks are included in the price, which was such a nice bonus. You also get to order on your phone, so no need to wait on your server! I'd definitely recommend checking this place out! The pricing feels pretty affordable if you're looking to splurge a little, and honestly, it's worth every bite. read more
10 months ago
Ambiance: Ambiance is standard, much like any other BBQ place, it can get a little bit loud sometimes. But the volume level overall is pretty low compared to other BBQ spots I have been to. Service: Service is speedy, diligent, and attentive. 10/10. Meats: A lot of the meats here are very high quality, especially when it comes to the wagyu meats on the premium menu. I honestly would recommend going premium. The cuts of meats like the Harami skirt, hanging tender, and Zabuton are some of the best meats I have had at an ACYE BBQ spot. They even have wagyu yukke that my girlfriend really enjoys. (It comes out a little icy sometimes, but if you let it dethaw, it is so soft and smooth). Appetizers: I will say that usually when I go to a BBQ spot, I don't care so much about the appetizers. But, the appetizers here are ACYE and they are actually pretty well rounded. Some of the portion sizes are smaller, but that is okay considering you can order however many you like. Drinks: Soft drinks are all you can drink here! Time: At the end of ACYE BBQ, I was pretty full at the end of my time here as well, but I do wish they would give a little bit more time than 90 minutes. read more
3 months ago
Just tried Ushiya and I'm impressed! The meat was super tender, juicy, and full of flavor. You can really taste the quality. Everything came out fresh and the staff were friendly too. For the price, it's honestly such a great value especially here in the Bay Area. Yummy AND affordable? Yes please! read more
Ushiya is the newest go to spot for ayce bbq! There was barely a wait and my party got seated really quickly. Staff were super friendly and attentive. My favorite was the pork jowl! The pork jowl here is my favorite compared to other ayce bbq. It was not too chewy and was super tender and had the right amount of fat. On the other hand, the brisket was okay. I like my meats with a lot of fat, and the brisket here is super lean. 10/10 would recommend this place for ayce! read more
10 months ago
AMAZING KBBQ SPOT. I came here with my boyfriend to celebrate and we been dying to try this place. The wait was incredibly long and I suggest going on yelp to put your name down. They were extremely busy and they ran out of shot glasses and menus really fast but the server starts you off and then you order through your phone the rest of the 90 minutes. Even though it was busy, the service was great. The servers, hosts and runners were very accommodating. The tables were spaced out and food came out in a timely manner. Very cute place. We got the upgraded choice to get the wagyu cuts and so worth it. The meat is tender and soft. The sauces really complimented the meat. I LOVED the sides. Usually I won't get sides at kbbq because I just want the meats but so worth trying and next time, I'd probably get more. The takoyaki was so crispy and soft in the center. Most of the times I've had takoyaki its so mushy but this one was fantastic. I think this place is worth the wait and the hype. I'd def come here again! read more
10 months ago
One of my new favorite places for ayce bbq! I always get the premium menu and order the short rib, strip loin, and brisket. The meats are all tender and pair well with the sauces on the table (fruit soy & miso). I also like that soda is included in the meal, as well as karaage and fried squid. I do wish there were other refreshing side options other than kimchi and radish wrap. Service is quick and attentive since you order on your phone! read more
11 months ago
What's the point of high quality meat at a bbq joint if the grill is not hot enough to cook it? From the moment we started cooking our meat, the flame alternated erratically between high and low, significantly slowing down the cooking process. We brought this to the attention of a busboy, who simply shrugged and wandered off. Our waiter's attempt to resolve the issue involved turning the unit off and on again. He then dismissively stated that the flame sometimes "flares up with fat" before walking away. Regrettably, the problem persisted throughout our entire meal, making it a frustrating and drawn-out experience. The unreliable flame meant our meat cooked incredibly slowly and unevenly. Despite the grilling woes, we did find the quality of the meat to be superior to what we've experienced at Gen Korean BBQ. It's hard to say if Japanese BBQ just gives better cuts, or if it simply reflects a higher-tier offering. The price point was comparable, perhaps a few bucks more, but the service was noticeably faster. We appreciated the phone based ordering system, which meant our meat arrived quickly, a welcome change from the long waits and need to flag down a waiter that often come with the slow paced service at places like Gen. If we go back here, we'll avoid table 24. And maybe we'll get the premium. For $20 more pp, hopefully the meat will be even more mind blowingly marbled and marinated. Now, if we can only get a working grill hot enough to cook it.... read more
2 months ago
Noticed there is a new BBQ spot in North Milpitas and decided to give it a try. For those familiar with the area, Ushiya Grill is at the old TK Noodle location before it moved across the street. I put my name on the waitlist through Yelp, but when we arrived, the host let us know we also needed to check in at the front or we wouldn't be seated. It's something that's easy to miss and you could be waiting outside all night, so just a heads up. Once seated, we ordered through a QR code on our phones. The process was smooth and food started arriving quickly. Service was fast and attentive staff and did grill changes and refilled soda upon request. The meats and sides were high quality, and everything came out in good portions. In terms of value, I would place Ushiya between Gen and premium KBBQ spots. The quality of the meat is definitely better quality than Gen, but definitely not as pricey as the premium KBBQ spots. There was a surprisingly short wait, even on a weekend evening. The space is very clean and modern. The layout is still the same as TK Noodle with the booths, but they added ventilation and grills during the renovation. Overall a great new addition to the neighborhood. Solid food, fast service, and a good value. read more
2 months ago
I made reservation more than a week ago for my husband's bday. We arrived 5 mins late for our Thursday 5:30pm reservation. I received a text about saying that they are only holding the table for 5 mins so I called them to tell them we were going to be 5 mins late. They said no problem. It wasn't busy at all when we arrived. It was maybe half full atound 6-7pm. This is a AYCE Japanese restaurant and there's only 2 menus. We chose to go with the $35 signature menu. Theres also a wagyu menu $55. The signature menu already had some pretty fatty meats. Don't think we needed to go with the Wagyu menu. You order the first round with the waiter and then you use a QR code to order more foods. You get to order 6 items at a time. Food came out really quick for the majority of the time. A couple of dishes came out slower. We liked the meats without sauces on them. The beef large and small intestines, and finger rib were too chewy to eat. There was no takowasa, beef abomasum, miso soup, and yukkejang. I was surprised that our waiter didn't know what items were unavailable. We liked the beef brisket, beef yakishabu, beef belly, pork belly, squid, and pork jowl. For appetizers , we tried the kimchi namul, beef bone soup, grilled miso eggplant, ponzu cabbage salad, squid karaage, gyoza, takoyaki, horse mackerel, agedashi tofu, corn cheese. Everything was good. Overall, very good price and decent quality. Service was good and easy to flag someone down. Surprisingly, I didn't smell like bbq afterwards. read more
Shout out to my sister and cousin for taking me out to dinner and ensuring this mama got a little bit of "me" time away from my little monster. The girl's had gone to Ushiya Grill just the week prior and couldn't help but rave & rave about this place. With me being an obvious fan of AYCE & KBBQ, they were adamant about me giving JBBQ a try! Let me start off by emphasizing how quickly this place fills up for dinner. Plan accordingly and place yourself on the waitlist as early as possible or else be prepared to be patient. Our party of 3 lucked out and was seated within 5 minutes or so. Here's where our luck began to take a slump- our server [younger gentleman] wasn't very welcome, helpful, or useful from start to finish. He kept directing us to the QR code for viewing of items and placing orders via phone. When asked if we could place our initial order with him, he kept going around in circles and insisted on us self ordering. No, it wasn't a big deal to place orders ourselves but the initial visit my girls' had just did things a lot different. The rest of the meal kind of went in that same kind of manner & lacking in service from his part. When we needed napkins or wanted to make any kind of request, he was no where to be found. On a number of occasions, we had to inconvenience a bus boy who had issues navigating English- shout out to him for being so kind and helpful. Aside from seeing his face pass through the restaurant from time to time, he only really came to us when he handed over the tab. Food: The offerings are broken down into 2 options. You can go with the SIGNATURE AYCE menu for $35/person or go with the PREMIUM AYCE menu for $55/person. The premium list is all Wagyu and with this option, you are also allowed to order from the signature dishes as well. Meats were good. Food was plentiful and I was highly impressed by how fast our orders of meat were coming out. Ushiya Grill definitely doesn't leave you hanging when it comes to its protein. This place easily deserves a solid 4/4.5 star rating if we were just considering the food & cost. My biggest disappointment when it came to our meal was the super salty agedashi tofu and the server who must have been part magician because he sure was good as disappearing. 3 star rating for my first experience here. read more
I had a fantastic meal here last night at Ushiya with a friend. At the time of this review 07/16/25, there's some asphalt work being done to the parking area surrounding this restaurant so you gotta park a little far and walk a bit through the caution tape. On the plus side, didn't have to wait at all for a table during peak dinner time without a reservation. They make good use of the interior -- ample amount of booths, easy to see the restaurant at every angle to find the workers, no smoke being missed in suction. There were two menu options - the standard and premium. The later had Wagyu meat options and that's what we went with. Waiter took our initial order then used the QR code to order more via the Chowbus link. Proud to say we tried all 18 beef meats (and some doubles!) of the Wagyu menu along with a few sides. My favorite meats were the limited Wagyu short ribs, Wagyu finger ribs, and the zabuton. Great marbling on everything, fatty and tender, punchy beefy flavor throughout. Love that they give you a bowl of table kosher salt & pepper on the side. Meat was so good, I barely used my sauces. There wasn't a cut I didn't like. Some critiques: limited soda and beverage options, grill design makes it a tad difficult to cook the thinner slices of meats as it'll get stuck a bit in the nooks and crannies, fire is super close to the meat leading to easy flare ups. At roughly $70/pp after tax and tip, it's a good value for premium AYCE. Definitely would return again. Pro tip: lower the gas level a tad before cooking. This allows you to have 2-zone heating in a ring format. Inner ring would be cooking surface, meats can rest on the outer ring. I caught on and adjusted after cooking the brisket. After that, it was smooth sailing. Pro tip 2: the fire is super hot and again, super close to the cooking surface so you don't wanna get distracted. One person should man the grill and be on the lookout at all times. Easy to burn food. read more
The wait for this restaurant on a Friday night was about an hour and a half. Luckily I was able to join the waitlist at a good time. We were sat as soon as the table was ready. The time limit for ayce is 90 minutes. As soon as we were seated, our timer started. Unfortunately 15 minutes passed before a server checked in on our party and opened the online ordering for our table. The sides and meat came pretty quickly. However our drinks were delayed by 15-20 additional minutes. We had to flag multiple staff members for our drinks. The dining area was pretty big and the space was very clean. Unfortunately I don't think their a/c was on this day so it was very warm inside. The quality of the premium selection meats were top notch. The meat was excellent. I would fully take advantage of ordering the seasonal wagyu selections. The grill and open flame provided nice sear for the meat. The sides were tasty and the brisket sauce was excellent. The service could have been a little better, but the quality of the food is well worth. read more
4 months ago
An outstanding Japanese Wagyu BBQ experience. The quality of the beef is exceptional--beautifully marbled, incredibly tender, and rich without being overwhelming. Grilling fresh Wagyu at the table is such a satisfying experience, and every cut melts in your mouth. Great selection, excellent freshness, and a very authentic Japanese BBQ atmosphere. Definitely worth it for Wagyu lovers. read more
2 months ago
Good value AYCE Japanese bbq spot!! The meat quality is actually pretty good and it is only $35 for AYCE per person on the signature menu (standard) and $55 for premium AYCE (wagyu). The wagyu has nice marbling and the signature meats are good too! I really like the salt they give you to dip the meat in. The servers can get pretty busy but are super nice if you ask them for anything you need. I love that they don't turn off your flame after the time limit is up - you can keep eating ! read more
3 months ago
I have a very good experience here, friendly staff, good food! I'll come back next time, everything is great read more
11 months ago
I'm not typically a fan of ayce places, but Ushiya Grill totally won me over -- everything was delicious, I couldn't stop eating lol. What makes it even better? You order everything right from your phone, so you can just focus on what you came for... to EAT. I'm keeping this review short and sweet: just GO. You won't regret it. read more
With the Chubby Cattle empire taking over SoCal, I'm surprised that NorCal doesn't have an equivalent of one yet (though I do know that a Mikiya exists), but if you want your wagyu ayce BBQ needs settled, this is the place the to go! The plaza is disgustingly busy, since there's so many eateries there, so depending on the night, you may have to circle a couple times. My boyfriend put our party of 3 on a waitlist and we had to wait around 8:15 PM to be seated but in the mean time we were doing something else, which was perfect. I know there was a slew of chairs in the lobby waiting area for people to wait at. Compared to other wagyu AYCE places that I've seen (Chubby Cattle, Hibiki in SoCal, it's not very decorated), outside from the waiting area wall behind the cashier, some of the door walkways, and what's hanging from the ceilings. Though, I guess that makes sense since they're trying to pack as many people in. Everything is ordered via a QR code at the table and you keep adding it to your check out cart. It's limited 6 items per round, but they come out pretty quickly. We were also able to flag down servers for when we needed more water or sauces. Our grill plate was also changed throughout the night, however, it was swapped to a disposable one. Makes sense since it probably takes an eternity to wash the original ones. All of us did the Signature Menu, which was $35.99. Not bad for AYCE, especially if it's wagyu, AND in the Bay Area. We ordered almost 1 of everything except for the chicken and thicker cuts as we were close to the last call for orders and closing. Big fan of the differently flavored beef shoulder cuts and the intestines aren't bad (bf is a big fan). The other cuts weren't bad either, ranging from tender shoulder, pork collar steak, and the thin pork belly. Brisket is brisket no matter where you get it, but I did notice that the second order had way more slices than the first, but overall, no big deal since it shrunk very, very small. Before coming here we were gazing through the menu and we were planning on ordering the wasabi mayo cabbage salad, the sesonal veggie namul, and some other dishes, but they weren't available on the app, so I guess those will come later. As for appetizers we did get, the takoyaki came out room temperature (meh...), chicken karaage was decent, and you can never go wrong with corn cheese or their veggie pancake. I think my only other issue was how oily and slippery random parts of the restaurant were, like where I was sitting even before I got there. Could easily get game ended. In a world of the Chubby Cattle Empire, this isn't a bad stop, especially at the price point. read more
Great quality meats for a value AYCE meal! (We did signature $35) and it was very easy to place our orders. Each time you can order 6 items every 6 minutes through a QR code. The meats came out quickly and everything we ordered was fresh! It can get a little noisy inside and most tables are structured for 4 people or less but there are a few for larger parties. It's a great location and we'll definitely be back! read more
2 months ago
I saw this on tiktok and decided to check this place out. We got the premium menu with included the waygu and the rest of the other items. Food service was excellent and our server is really nice and attentive. Definitely coming back here again! read more
Finally tried Ushiya Grill and it didn't disappoint! I've heard great things and it was definitely up to our expectations. I joined the Yelp waitlist on a Saturday night for 6:30 PM, and was surprised to see that the wait was only 10-15 mins. Once we got there, we were seated right away in a booth. One of the first things I noticed was the floor was a bit slippery (I assume from the grease/cooking). Once seated, a waiter greeted us and took our orders for the first round, and then after that we ordered from our phones with the QR code. The physical menu is different from the QR code menu, but I noticed that the QR code menu had a lot more options. The premium meat options were 100% worth the $55, and a soda is included with the premium option. The meat quality is better than any other kbbq spots I've tried in the Bay Area, and there are tons of options! We enjoyed everything from the premium menu. You can order up to 6 items every 6 minutes. What's special about Ushiya grill is their sauces, it really enhanced our meal! I liked the vegetable platter a the grilled eggplant was a hit! We wanted to try the donburi don but they only had the katsu option, looks like we need to come back :) read more
Came here at lunch time on a Friday and the place is not busy. The real entrance is actually in the back which is kinda weird because all the handicap parking spots are in front. The interior is kinda basic and dark. Some spots of the floor were greasy, so please be careful. The three of us went with the signature menu. We tried a variety of meats: Thin Cut Beef Brisket, Spicy Miso Beef Shoulder Cut, Garlic Beef Belly, Ushiya Signature Sauced Top Blade, Salt and Pepper Finger Rib, Pork Jowl, Garlic Pork Belly, and Salt and Pepper Shrimp. We also got their Clam Miso Soup, Lettuce Wrap, and Agedashi Tofu. Food was ordered using a QR code and came out rather quickly. As other yelpers have pointed out, they do not label their meats and do not at least tell you what they are when they deliver your order. I took pictures and asked the waitress. Service was okay, it wasn't hard to flag our waitress down since it wasn't busy. The Spicy Miso Beef was tasty but not spicy at all. I liked the Garlic Beef Belly, the Pork Jowl, the Salt and Pepper Finger Rib, and the Salt and Pepper Shrimp. The Agedashi Tofu was also very good. Overall meat quality was average. Being from Las Vegas where there are several very decent AYCE BBQ restaurants, this is not quite at the same level. read more
11 months ago
From the moment we sat down, the service was attentive and quick. The real star, though? The premium set ($55 per person). The premium set had lots of wagyu cuts. I usually love brisket, but when it comes to wagyu, the ultimate choice had to be the Wagyu short rib due to its tenderness, packed with flavor. You can taste the quality in every bite. The other meats were okay, I didn't feel like Ushiya lived up to the hype. They offer a great variety beyond just wagyu too--appetizers like karage chicken and takoyakj as well as vegetables to grill like zucchini and mushroom. These complement the meal well, but was mediocre. The takoyaki was mushy and lacked octopus. The chicken karage was slightly dry. One of the things I would hope to see is more variety of sauces and veggies. Nonetheless, I thought this place was a good choice for my family and I to try, but I don't think it'll be our first choice for wagyu. read more
Came here twice in one week because it was SOOO GOOD I had to come back for more. Got the premium both times so I can't speak for the signature menu but the wagyu harami skirt steak and wagyu zabuton were some of my faves aside from brisket, tongue and beef intestine. The zabuton was a thick cut of beef that was so tender like filet mignon, wish I discovered it before the tail-end of the meal lol so soooo good. Some AYCE bbq places have low quality appetizers but not here, the appetizers were actually tasty and worth getting. The appetizers I'd recommend as a must-order would be the squid kaarage and tako wasabi. The chicken kaarage, takoyaki and gyoza were good as well. Miso clam soup was alright, came out lukewarm and had one clam in it. Definitely get the sauce combo (jalapeño, garlic and ssamjang). Make reservations ahead of time if possible. If not, join the Yelp waitlist, which is very helpful so you can follow your spot on the list. On Father's Day, I joined the waitlist around 4 pm and was seated at 6 pm lol. Don't make the mistake of coming without checking the Yelp waitlist. The only negative about this place is you can feel a bit rushed. 1.5 hour sitting time seems a bit lame and short, and they'll make sure to do last call and bring out the bill right when your time is up lol. Thankfully they brought out the meat really quickly, much faster than the appetizers during my experience. Good service and music. Great ventilation system, my dad was very impressed that it wasn't smoky lol. 10/10 recommend, this will be my new spot when I want to indulge!!! read more
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Their feature says dogs allowed, really?
They do not allow dogs. There’s no outdoor seating. In California dogs can not be inside restaurants.
Is beer & wine available?
The drinks they have is Japanese and Korean Beer, Sake and Soju.
How much for the ayce for a 8 years old?
Last time I was there, I read on the menu. Children under 47" receives 50% off Children under 39" eat free.… Read more
Do they accept single customer? Just one person?
No, minimum is a two person party for AYCE
Do you take reservations? Is there an online wait-list?
They take reservations Monday through Thursday!
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