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

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This place is okk, the fist round of meat was pretty solid (u could tell it was frozen) but ok marbling. IN MY DEFENCE BEFORE I GET ATTACKED, i have been blessed to be able to try a variety of kbbq places so for 35 dollars it does the job well and thats why it has this review. The meat quality dropped after the first round and it stayed there. My friends enjoyed the appetizers a little more than the meat too, so that should say something. Overall, this is a cool place, not somewhere i would actively go out to but could understand if someone else wanted to read more

Ushiya Grill - Brisket - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Meat Lovers Heaven - AYCE! They have two menus: the Signature at $35/person and the Premium at $55/person. We went with the Premium since it includes everything from the Signature plus a bunch of Wagyu beef cuts. Meat quality was on point, service was quick, and we ordered multiple rounds to try as much as we could. Left very full and very happy. read more

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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

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Any restaurant charging $55 for kids under 13 is clearly not trying to be kid-friendly or welcoming to families. If the food were truly spectacular, maybe the price would be easier to justify, even though most kids could realistically eat maybe $25 worth of food at best. Unfortunately, the food fell extremely short of what I would expect at that price point. I wouldn't recommend this place for families with young kids. If you're an adults-only group, it's probably worth trying once just to say you've been there, but most likely, you won't be coming back. read more

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

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Great experience at Ushiya Grill! Ordering was super easy and straightforward, and everything came out quickly once we placed it. The service was fast and attentive without feeling rushed--they were always on top of refills and grill changes. The ventilation is also really good, which made the whole meal much more comfortable (no smoky smell lingering on clothes after). Quality of the meats was solid and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. Overall, smooth, efficient, and really enjoyable Japanese BBQ. Would definitely come back! read more

Ushiya Grill - Sauces at the table - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Very cheap. I had never had a tonkatsu that the meat is thinner than a paper. It is total over cooked in the first time so I can't even find the meat. The second time is not over cooked, but the fatty pork has melted and there is no meat in there. I gave them a chance to make it better, but it is sucks. Only the server is polite but it totally ruined my day. I should asked them for the refunds. read more

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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

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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

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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

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

This place is a favorite for when it comes to JBBQ. At a recent visit, we found out they now have mini donburi bowls! These are perfect if you need some rice to go along with the grilled meats. The Donburi Bowls are included with both grill menu options (Signature and Premium) and they even have a Lunch Special for a Mini Donburi Set! My favorite one was the Yakiniku Donburi (it had so much flavor) and then Curry Tonkatsu Donburi falling close behind as my second fav. Lunch Special Mini Donburi Sets - all under $20! (all sets come with 2 pc Chicken Karaage, 2 pc Gyoza, Kimchi, Ponzu Cabbage Salad, and choice of Beef Bone or Spicy Beef Bone Soup) * Curry Tonkatsu Donburi Set * Yakiniku Donburi Set (my favorite!) * Spicy Pork Donburi Set * Oyako Donburi Set Mini Donburi w/ JBBQ: * Wagyu Beef Don * Spicy Miso Beef Don * Garlic Pork Belly Don * Miso Pork Belly Don (coming soon!) * Spicy Pork Belly Don (coming soon!) * Hamburger Steak Don (curry sauce/original) (coming soon!) We never had issues with service here and the meats come out quickly. read more

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The food was very delicious. We ordered the standard course and the price was fair. The beef was fresh, tender, and the quality was great. The side dishes like grilled eggplant and takoyaki were made with care. Even the dipping the sauces are good. Service was quick and helpful. The servers explained the menus well. The restaurant was overall clean and good, would definitely come back. read more

First time here today and honestly they have the best Wagyu cuts, the Meats were all perfectly marbled and juicy. The kimchi tastes so fresh! I love that they add condensed milk to the corn cheese. All the staff were very attentive and friendly. Must try if you're in the area!! read more

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An AYCE Japanese BBQ spot that's decently priced! Plenty of parking since it's in a pretty big Asian plaza, and this place has a good number of tables. We had gone here on Valentine's Day so service was expected to be slow, but honestly it wasn't that bad since we had went a few hours before dinner. Will def be coming back! read more

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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

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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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

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I love it here. It's such a good deal! We got the $35 option and it came with a lot of appetizers but they also have a $55 option that comes with American and Australian Wagyu and unlimited soda. Service is good and prompt and there's a lot of sauces for you to dip your meat in all the food is really good. You can order up to six items at a time but didn't give you a rate in between each order. Surprisingly, I really loved their takoyaki. The ambience is nice and welcoming as well. read more

Ushiya Grill - $35 pp! - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Came here again on a Tuesday and was easily able to get seated. Enjoyed that they had a join the waitlist on Yelp to make getting sat a breeze. The food was easy to order and had great quality read more

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Great experience overall! The meat was fresh and flavorful, especially the wagyu. Service was friendly, and the restaurant was clean and comfortable. Would come back again. read more

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

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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

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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

Ushiya Grill - Undercooked meat on a cold grill. Flames kept flickering out - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Wide selection of meat. Fast service, high-quality, and a great vibe! They offer a great selection of dipping sauces too. read more

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Really impressed with the quality here. The marbling on the beef was great, and it sizzled perfectly on the grill. It's always a plus when a place offers corn cheese as a side--it adds that perfect creamy contrast to the smoky, grilled meat. A great spot for anyone who appreciates a good BBQ session. read more

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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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

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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

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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

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Tried this place out for the first time. Quality of meat 10/10. Would definitely go again. Service was also good. Very attentive and respectful. 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

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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

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You get your money's worth. Server was very attentive. Leave them a review and you get a special treat from the staff! The cuts were divine! The marbling of the wagyu was delicious! I went for the premium since it's my first time. Hubs said the regular is good, but I wanted to go all out! Will not disappoint. read more

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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

Ushiya Grill - Mesh grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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

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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

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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

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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

Ushiya Grill - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

The ambiance here is amazing. My girlfriend and I come here whenever we get the chance. Service is always on time and the food never disappoints. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for something new to try for bbq. read more

Ushiya Grill - Variety of meats and some cheese corn - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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

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