My 2nd time going to Wagyu Factory in Brea and my 2nd time writing a review here..and dare I say, this place never disappoints. The food is always amazing, and the service is just as great. Our server was Audrick (if I spelled his name right ), and he was super friendly, joyful, and attentive the whole time. The second time we came here, we got outside seating and the ambiance was literally perfect. We got to enjoy the pretty sunset, the cool breeze, and just such a nice relaxing vibe overall. Definitely one of my favorite spots and I'll for sure keep coming back Oh my gosh idk what happened but I thought I was writing my 2nd review here, turns out I was apparently just editing my 1st Yelp review the whole time But anyways, the first time I came here our server was Thomas, and he was also sooo attentive and friendly the entire time! maybe Yelp doesn't let me write multiple reviews for the same place after I already posted one Either way, this place has been consistently amazing every time I've come here! read more

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food was amazing and our server Roman gave excellent service. Will definitely come back

Meat quality was really high, service was great. Thomas is the goat, super friendly and attentive.

I fell in love with the food and the ambiance. Everything was amazing from service, to cleanliness, to service, etc. As someone who is a big eater and enjoys quality, wagyu factory was up to par. Audric was a charm! He was so sweet and truly attentive. I came with my mummy and he made her feel welcomed by showing off his Spanish skills. I would defintely come back for both amazing service and great food! read more

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Food is good I love the beef very tender Price is reasonable especially for AYCE The food is self service so that's good also No reservation so get there early otherwise it can be a long wait If you join the membership you get an instant $6 discount per person and many other perks it's worth to check out to see if you want to join read more

A great concept of buffet style and KBBQ - however, the execution of this concept did not hit the marks: the frozen meats didn't look like they were of great quality, the rice comes from a machine, and the hot curries didn't look good. Sushi bar looked okay at best, would rather go to an AYCE sushi for better (and less dry) looking fish. Our server was very insistent that we needed to download their app in order to eat there, mentioning our lack of download affects his performance with management/ownership, which was off-putting and confusing. Left an odd and uncomfortable taste before even getting water. We left without getting anything and went to Mr. BBQ down the road instead. read more

Thursday dinner was $50 per person. 90 minute limit. All self served AYCE stations available with meats and seafood, vegetables, sushi and rolls, fried food and soda machine. The restaurant was much smaller than I expected and the layout was a little weird. I didn't like how the doors were open for a while, which is right near the sushi station. Flies were seen landing..which made you second guess what to eat. The meat qualities were extremely low grade. Some meats were completely frozen, all stuck together, making it hard to grab with tongs. The tongs were placed everywhere, not truly designated for each individual item. Basically cross contamination galore, especially for people who are unable to eat certain items. The selections were constantly empty. They couldn't keep it replenished or stocked quickly enough compared to the crowds. I definitely don't think it was worth the price point. The restrooms were extremely dirty, too. Almost forgot, we were seated at a table that still had dirty, filled cups, and one grill was only partially operable. Unfortunately, this was a no for me. read more

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There was plenty of parking available in the structure across the street, which was convenient. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience was disappointing. We waited nearly an hour to be seated, and once inside, the restaurant felt quite cramped. The table we were given seemed better suited for 2 to 3 people rather than 4. The table was small, and it was positioned too close to the wall that getting in and out of our seats was difficult. Service was also lacking. Our server was not very attentive and we had to flag him down multiple times to have the dishes cleared from our table. The only times he proactively checked on us were when he brought the bill and when we paid. I also did not like being required to download the restaurant's app. On top of that, only about half of the grill surface actually cooked meat properly, which made the dining experience negative. As for the food, the meat quality was decent, but most of the other food items were below expectations. Although,, the Wagyu Burger was surprisingly good. Overall, we left disappointed and felt the experience did not live up to the hype. 2.5/5 read more

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​At $39.99 for all-you-can-eat Wagyu during happy hour, this place is an absolute steal! The food was great with a solid variety that easily fed the whole family, and price includes unlimited soft drink refills. While the service was just okay, the restaurant is nicely decorated and has a welcoming vibe. Parking is convenient too--just use the garage right across the street. read more

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Second time here, anh Tri was very friendly and nice to us 10/10. The food was so good, I like the lobster sandwich. read more

Came here for lunch with my husband and it was 39.99, not crowded at noon on a Thursday. Everything is self serve from fountain drinks, appetizers, salad bar, fried foods, rice, and meats. Our favorite meats were the Wagyu steak and Wagyu short plate. The Wagyu short plate had a lemony sauce on it which I was nervous about but I ended up loving it. The yakiniku sauce on the table was also pretty good but it wasn't really needed for the short plate. Overall, I did enjoy my meal. However, it felt like a limited selection of meats. I also felt like the grill was small even for two people so we'd kind of have to take turns with our meats. Our flame was also one sided so that could've played a part since we could only just use half of our grill. I'm glad the drinks were included but I would've enjoyed a hot tea to wash down my palette instead of relying on a sugary beverage. Not sure if we'd come back, maybe on a special occasion but it was definitely worth a try! read more

This place is going to replace all Kbbq places in the future. The only things I would add would be a larger dessert menu but this place was awesome!! You go up and grab what you want both hot and raw items. The cooler the meats are kept in are super chilled. Hot section: Big udon noodles, fried rice, tempura shrimp French fries There's a dim sum and dumpling section There's Japanese curry if you want curry There's a sushi and sashimi section There's a soda station There's a section that had wagyu burgers There's a sauce and condiments station The sauce for the bbq at the table is delicious!! Member pricing vs non member pricing - at this specific location if you're a member you can get non member discount pricing for up to 4 other people - so $34.99 after member discount for lunch pricing Definitely come hungry!! Our server was really nice, the location isn't that large so I assume it gets busy for dinner. When we went it wasn't too busy, more of a casual setting. And they sing for birthdays so it may get loud at times. Parking: There's a small lot directly behind the building and then a medium sized lot adjacent to the building and then there's a parking structure near by as well so plenty of parking options if one or both of the lots are full. read more

Wagyu Factory - Barbeque Near Me - Brea, California

I've tried majority of the Chubby Group restaurants and had tried the Wagyu Factory in Tustin for the hot pot, so I was really curious how the bbq version would be. I love Chubby Cattle but the price point is a bit steep so hearing that this was a more affordable option, I was ready to try it! What's great about this location is that everything is self serve. No waiting on your servers or flagging them down to bring your meats, it's all at the self serve stations! They have a variety of hot foods, fried foods, sushi, desserts, soft drinks and of course the meat station. The meat were lower quality than Chubby, but I already expected that, so it wasn't a surprise to me. We went on a Saturday night around 5pm and only had to wait for about 10 minutes. It was a good time because everything at the self serve stations were pretty well replenished at all times. We loved the vegetables, especially the zucchini and the mushrooms. Not sure how it's marinated but it tastes so delicious on the grill. Be careful to not burn them though! My friends loved the wagyu burger and I thought it was decent, a little dry for me though. I liked the lobster roll though, good amounts of lobster! Tri was our server, and he was absolutely fantastic! Not only did he give us the pro tip of using wasabi on the wagyu with the salt (try it, it's sooo good!!) but he was very efficient in cleaning up the empty plates and changing our grill! The only con was really the sushi bar which I was really looking forward to. The rice on the salmon nigiri was unfortunately not cooked all the way. Other than that, we had a great experience and luckily with the Chubby Plus discount, cost-wise, it wasn't too bad! Would come back again when I'm in the area! read more

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We came here for lunch. First off our host Cici was very kind and helpful. Stanley our server was also very friendly and quick too. We have been to multiple chubby group spots, most notably chubby cattle. Given the lunch discount and the format, we like this one the most. At 34.99 it was reasonable and we enjoyed being able to choose our meat selection and portion. Being that it's not that expensive we're not pressured to eat as much as we can either. Overall 5/5 and this is probably our favorite chubby club spot. *note that the lobster roll and galbi is not available during lunch. read more

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All you can eat heaven! Variety of wagyu meats, pork belly, seafood, sushi, hot pot, and hot food selections. Everything was so good! We enjoyed so much meat, I was happy to see how much different selections they offer. They also offer unique items such as wagyu burgers, lobster rolls, and corned cheese to grill. Not to mention a selection of fried foods, noodles, curry, and dumplings! The place gets busy! We came at 6 on a Saturday night, and there was already a lengthy waitlist. It went by quicker than expected. They have a 90 minute policy, so the wait goes pretty quick. We came to celebrate a friend's birthday and they really delivered on serenading her! We will never forget the great experience here. I wish we caught our server's name, but he is the one leading the song on the video. Thank you for a memorable celebration! read more

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Had an awesome experience at Wagyu Factory today during late lunch. The wait was super reasonable, about 15 minutes as a walk up, and I liked how easy it was to check in on Yelp ahead of time. The food selection is really solid across the board. From veggies and meats to snacks and soups and stews, everything was fresh and hit the spot. If you're looking for something similar to Chubby Cattle but without the chaos and at a great price for Wagyu, this is definitely the move. I also want to give a huge shoutout to our server Tri. Even though it's a self serve style restaurant, he stayed on top of everything, constantly changing out our grill and making sure we were good the entire time. He even made a custom spicy sauce for me that took everything to the next level. It's his own secret recipe, so I guess we've got a great reason to come back. I'd also recommend joining their club membership too. After just a couple visits, the amount we've saved already paid for it. Definitely coming back. read more

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This place is such a 10/10, meat fresh, veggie fresh. And to make the experience even better it gotta be Marcus! He was our server, super patient once he knew it was our first time here, recommended what to get what to try. He's funny and presents whenever we need anything, walking around and checking on us throughout the experience. The only slightly problem was I think it would be better if we can have a grill change one or two times, and they ran out of Dr. pepper. But it's still a 10/10 place for us! read more

Came here for an early dinner with our group of 5, luckily there was no wait. Which was quite surprising for a sunday afternoon. I didn't realize how small this place is though! Corners are a little tight and the walk way towards the food can get quite crowded. I love that everything is self-serve. You really only have contact with your server when you truly need something or grill change. great meats, great hot foods, fun experience. read more

Excellent restaurant, our server was fantastic and took such great care of us. We told him how we liked our proteins cooked and tasted and he told us everything to get and not get, but I'm very sorry I can't remember your name!! It can get insanely busy so be prepared to wait, I suggest signing on the wait list and walking around the area, maybe hit one of the local bars! read more

My bf and I saw the sign that they were going to open something that looked like kbbq and have been anxiously waiting for it to open since we miss Gyu kaku being here. They have a very modern and unique ambiance which is family friendly but also like a bar vibe. It is loud and it can be crowded as most kbbqs. For the food, let me start by saying that it is not the best meat quality, for sure not Wagyu. Some meats were gamey specially the Australian lean meat there meats were on the tougher side. We definitely didn't like the soup dumplings. I only ate one. They were just not what i expected and the flavour not my type. On the flip side, the hot bar was really good! Takoyaki, lobster dumpling, fried rice, the sushi was good with seared salmon, and the veggie shumai were some of our favorites. For the meats they did have some that were ok, but wouldn't come back just for the meats. I think this is a fun place that has a wide variety of food options. For the price, it is ok but if you want better kbbq you can find in that same price range. read more

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Had dinner with my girlfriend at the newly opened wagyu factory in downtown brea. Wagyu factory is part of the chubby group of restaurants which have various menu options at different locations. Walk in only for the time being. The wait was expected to be 44 to 59 minutes when we arrived just before 6 on a Friday evening. We were seated in under half an hour. Elvis was our server, he was terrific, guiding us through the experience and even cooked the first round for us. Elvis was attentive without being intrusive. He took excellent care of us throughout dinner. Encouraged my girlfriend to download the chubby app to start earning points on tonight's dinner. Lots of wagyu meat offerings, sushi rolls and nigiri. shrimp, chicken, pork, and veggies as well. It's AYCE so go back as many times as you want within the 90 minutes. We'll definitely return, good food fantastic service from Elvis, and reasonable prices. read more

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Came to Wagyu Factory to try the Chubby Groups more affordable restaurant. For lunch it is $40 but $35 if you are a member. Everything here is self service so once you sit down you can go check out their hot bar, meats, sushi, dessert and drink selections. They had about 10 options for the hot bar, 20 yakiniku options and 10 options for their sushi. I mainly tried their different cuts of beef. I did prefer their thinner cuts such as the beef tongue and short ribs. They were tender if you don't grill them for too long. The thicker and bigger pieces of meat were on the chewier side. But this isn't Chubby Cattle and you get what you paid for. It is still good but I also can't compare it to their big brother. The sushi here was good. They were constantly making new rolls and nigiri because people kept on getting plates of sushi. The salmon was fresh and buttery. The tofu pocket sushi had lots of tuna on top and was my favorite out of everything. The wagyu burger was another on my favorite. The patty was juicy and the spread inside was oozing out. They had the same burger at Wagyu Master that I enjoyed last time as well. Our server came around every so often to change the wired grill and pull the plates. They have a 100 minute dining experience so it was just the right amount of time. They are located in downtown Brea so if you cross the street there is a nice area to walk around after your meal. read more

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I am happy that there is a chubby cattle co establishment near me now! If I had to describe it, Wagyu factory is kind of the faster, more casual and less fancy version of chubby cattle restaurants. The wait wasn't too bad at 5:30 on a weekend (less than an hour) for our group of 5. We were immediately greeted by a friendly server. I forgot his name but he was very cheerful and explained the process well. Throughout our meal he was very attentive and was proactive about picking up the plates. I like that the place is no fuss and you basically grab whatever meats you'd like and as much as you like without waiting for it to arrive. I kind of prefer this option because you get to eat right away instead of waiting for them to bring the meats to you. It was protein heaven! They had a variety of side dishes and even curry, tacos, sushi, etc. There was a lot of options for kids as well. The space itself is a bit tight and claustrophobic so keep that in mind if you have a larger party. There is limited parking in the back. Best advice is to park across the street at the structure. read more

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I truly enjoyed celebrating my early birthday dinner with my boyfriend at the Wagyu Factory! It was a fun dining experience - all thanks to our server, Tri. The cuts of wagyu were so rich and tender, we loved dipping it in the fresh wasabi (new food hack unlocked!) At the Wagyu Factory, it's mainly self-serve. You can grab all the meat you like from one side of the restaurant. I enjoyed the variety of appetizers and side dishes that were available, I especially loved the sushi! I always love ending my meal with some soft serve ice cream, we were able to make ourselves some floats from their soda machine. The egg tarts were also super crispy and buttery! My experience here did not disappoint, and I would love to continue trying other chain restaurants under the Chubby Cattle group! read more

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Went for early dinner tonight (Thursday) around 545 and luckily there wasn't a big wait. Wish I could've written a better review for this place as social media had boasted about it but it didn't quite live up to standards. Although our server Thomas was super friendly, attentive and informative the food was not so "Wagyu" level. For $49.50 pp, I was expecting the meat quality to live up to its name. I'd say it was a little overpriced for what was offered. Most of the meats were kind of tough. Of all the beef we got, there was only about 2 of them that were tender, which was more of a brisket type of cut. The thicker meats were not so much. The veggie bar was good, a variety of veggies you can dip in the sauces. The hot foods I didn't bother to get but I'm sure it's great for little kids. Other than that, hope they do well as it looks as though they're getting busier each time I drive by. read more

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honestly overhyped. meat was good but the grill wasn't working properly, so it killed the vibe of dinner and honestly feels a little too weird and unsanitary being a buffet style ayce kbbq spot with raw meats. the tongs felt gross after a while. there was sushi, fried items, soup, desserts, bbq and a soda fountain. plenty of variety for food! server was okay... he seemed slightly unfriendly. read more

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OKAYYY 5 STARS for our boy MARCUS - but 3 stars for the food... idk nothing ab the meat was giving wagyu imo but marcus is so goated and has such a full head of hair !!!!!!! servers were all super attentive and friendly #lovethat !!!!! but vibes of the place are like... yk idk?? typical chubby restaurant vibe i guess? had some trouble with getting the fire on so our meat was lowkey jus sitting on a cold grill for a bit but that's nobody's fault yk.. same with the soda dispenser LOL i was getting orange soda and the machine malfunctioned or whtv and poured all over my hands and wrist (idrc though) #shithappens the stir fried udon or whtv was so bland RAH but the little sliders were SOO good mmm yummy in my tummy i'll give those 5 stars too!!! will i be back? no :-( do i recommend? ummm i suppose! doesn't hurt to try! maybe i just went on an off kinda day... :^) read more

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I've been to almost all the chubby franchise location including the Wagyu factory in Rancho and sad to say this one in particular was a bit disappointing. We came for the lunch special w/ membership but note, your chubby membership does NOT apply unless you have a specific kind. There's a difference between chubby one and chubby plus and you'd have to pay extra for the other tier membership for the discount to apply which is a bit confusing because I had no problems using my membership at the rancho location. Just something for note. Usually I love a buffet style lunch but i think it would make sense to keep it to just the sides because grabbing your own meat was a bit of a challenge. Meat comes out inconsistently and the station becomes overcrowded fast. The establishment is a bit too small for everyone to all stand up and grab their own meats. Had to awkwardly stand in weird sides and wait to grab the slice that I want and only ifff it was there. All the supporting side dishes was ok to me. Udon lacked flavor so I added curry to it but realized soon that the curry was very runny in texture. No corn cheese, lobster rolls, etc in the lunch menu btw. A bit of a false advertisement in social media from influencers but just fyi. Only in dinner menu. Sushi was good :) probably the redeeming quality of this place but my sister who did mainly eat that ended up with stomach problems almost immediately after we left the place so could only assume it was one of the fish. Hate to say so much unfavorable things about this location but I understand it's a soft opening so they working through some stuff. I think I'd stick to one of the other chubby location though :) service however was A+++, the team was very attentive and Jaswu did a great job taking care of us! read more

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Honestly, this exceeded my expectations in so many ways. I've been to all the chubby groups location and haven't been a fan because the price tag was never worth what they had My server Thomas was super helpful and enthusiastic, which helped with the dining experience. This concept is probably the best bang for your buck. It's $50 ayce waygu, not the best cuts not for $50 it's worth it- considering many kbbq ayce is around that price point It's pretty small inside and with people getting their own meats it gets crowded to walk, this is the only downside. Also, seafood was not fresh- i tried the lobster roll and it tasted fishy. All of the seafood at all the chubby groups location isn't fresh. I'd recommend stop serving seafood and replace it with either more cuts of wagyu or other dishes. Definitely will be back. read more

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Visited Wagyu Factory on a weekend night and waited about an hour to be seated, which we expected given how busy it was. The staff did a great job managing the crowd, and both the host and our waiter were very friendly and attentive throughout the night. Service was definitely one of the highlights of the experience. That said, I felt a bit underwhelmed by the overall food selection, especially considering the price point for dinner. Unfortunately, one of the pieces of fried chicken we received was completely raw on the inside, which was disappointing and took away from the meal. I appreciate the good service and the concept, but for the dinner price it didn't quite meet expectations. I might consider coming back to check out their lunch offerings, but I probably wouldn't return for dinner. read more

Wagyu Factory - Barbeque Near Me - Brea, California

The wait on a Friday night was about 1hr for two people. Plenty of options to choose from with sushi, Wagyu meats, fried foods, soft drinks, soft serve ice cream, and dim sum! The restaurant's interior is small and has narrow walkways near the food. read more

Wagyu Factory - Barbeque Near Me - Brea, California

I love the selection of food here. Loads of meat selection, sushi, and our server Marcus was super friendly, welcoming and helpful. The place is really clean and the ambiance is inviting. Would eat here again. read more

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Came here on a Monday night. It was pretty quiet cause it was probably a week night. This AYCE place was not that good. The service was great, but the quality of meats were not. Like, some of the marinated stuff had no taste. The meats were not the best. I know there were sauces to dip your meats, but even at that it didn't help. We tried the salt w/sesame oil, didn't do it. We didn't overcook our meats either. We cooked it to 70-80% like recommended, but still it didn't help. The miso soup was super salty. I had to add water to dilute it. The sushi offered, we're all California (crab/avocado) based with different sub-par slivers of fish on top. 2 different nigiri options which weren't the greatest either. They do offer a "dessert", which is like a Swiss roll cake. Almost like a sponge cake rolled with cream. It was ok. Overall, for the price, we are just one and done with this place. Maybe it was because it was a weeknight, I don't know. But we wouldn't return. read more

So yummy!! if you get a chance to sit in Tri's area you will be happily pleased with the service and attentiveness he showed. Super energetic and super nice. Thank you Tri for making this experience fun The meat selection was good. get the beef tongue cuz they goes fast!! lol read more

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Wagyu Factory - Good food, friendly staff, and our server Tri was amazing. - Barbeque Near Me - Brea, California

We heard a lot of good things about this place, so we are curious to try out. Parking lot is small, but there is a parking structure across the street that has plenty of parking spaces. We came here when they just opened, so there was no line. They have very cool decorations. It is all-you-can-eat self-serve style. There were lots of variety kinds of food: sushi, seaweed salad, Kim chi, cheese corn, variety kinds of meat, vegetable, cheese tarts, egg tarts, taco, curry wagyu , miso soup, french fries, fried rice etc. Fountain drinks and soft served ice-cream were offered. Wagyu beef is my favorite; however, there was a weird after taste when I had the meat. Our grill is a bit slow, which took a long time to cook the meat, and the sad part was we only have 90 minutes to eat here. One star is taken away for this reason. Our server was friendly and attentive. It was pretty pricy, and we were unsure if we will come by again. read more

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My family and friends had a nice experience at this restaurant, largely thanks to our server Thomas. From the moment we sat down, he was warm, attentive, and friendly -- checking in at just the right moments without ever feeling intrusive. He gave helpful tips to achieve certain tastes in foods. The ambiance was a highlight in itself. The décor was tasteful and immersive, creating an inviting atmosphere that really set the mood for the meal. Definitely made my daughter intrigued to come here in the first place. As for the food, it was quite decent -- most of the meats were enjoyable like the beef cubes except the gamey tasting ones like the top blade cut. Nothing that blew us away, but solid and enjoyable overall. Just wished most of the food were all prepared when we sat down and the timer started. Some items we still had to wait for like the rice, dumplings, and the beef cubes took awhile to replenish. The beef stew and egg tarts were good though. Curry was okay. Cheese corn was okay as well, on the sweet side but not bad. They had kid friendly items such as fries, shrimp tempura, fried rice and udon noodles. However, I wish they had better drink options, like milk tea or other tea/fruity drinks. All in all, a good dining experience. Thomas truly elevated the visit with his hospitality, and we'd happily return. read more

Wagyu Factory - Awesome server! Friendly, helpful and attentive! - Barbeque Near Me - Brea, California

Korean/Japanese bbq buffet style. Fresh meat selection and lots of cooked meals too. Sushi options as well. One or two dessert choices. Overall food was great. Servers were nice and attentive. read more

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I truly don't understand the hype of this restaurant. PROS: + Friendly staff CONS: - The restaurant itself felt dirty. - Food in the self-serve area did not look fresh. For example- the lobster roll and dim sum looked super dry like it had been sitting out for a long time. - The meats were not refilled right away. Lots of times, the meat section was empty. And the labels for the meat were hard to identify. - There is not a lot of seating for larger groups. It is super small inside, and anytime you walk around to grab something, you bump into another person. - Pricey - I'd rather just eat at the original Chubby Cattle read more

We're back, as always food was delicious and Marcus and Roman were excellent. They're very attentive and always there when you need them. read more

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