It is a great place for a weekend family dinner.. special occasions! The environment is clean and today! Our host Gia was great and she is very help and also check on our BBQ plate and change often to keep us clean! read more

Wagyu Factory - Beef is good! - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Gia was great and helpful and the service was quick. Food came out great and the aesthetic looks pretty cool also

loved the wagyu factory! thank you so much to Talia for taking care of us during our visit! she deserves a 5 star for the experience and hospitality. Talia was attentive and offered to cook the first round. very well taken care of and will definitely be coming back! The food and service was amazing!! read more

My first impression was, "Great location without the crowds." We had a great time at Wagyu Factory Lake Forest, the food was great and our server Abraham was exceptional! He checked in on us often, was friendly, attentive and informative on all the menu items. The menu was expansive, the food quality was great, and we loved our server who made our family welcome at the table. Thank you for an awesome dining experience! Loved the easy ordering options on the tablet and the food service was quick. The menu was expansive from appetizers to meat options, cold dishes, desserts and more. Endless choices for everyone at the table. The lasting impression? "Great service, delicious food and menu options, great hospitality!" read more

Wagyu Factory - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Talia was amazing took great care of us and the food was phenomenal. Highly recommended will be coming back read more

Wagyu Factory is a high end AYCE wagyu BBQ spot and is part of the Chubby Cattle group of restaurants. This location is similar to how a Korean BBQ place operates. Ordering is done strictly through an IPad or communicated to one's server. One is allowed to order 6 items at a time, and then must wait 3 minutes before ordering any more. They have 2 menu options: Select ($50 - limited meat options and only available on weekday lunches) and Premium ($70). Premium Wagyu ($70) - This option included quite a few cuts of M9 beef (Australia's highest standard, and options included ribeye, short rib, wagyu steak, top blade). However the best beef options were the A5 wagyu brisket and A5 wagyu ootoro. Both were extremely thin and had so much flavor and I would recommend getting those exclusively! It only took 2 seconds for these cuts to cook on the grill on each side. There were veggie options to choose from including salads, edamame, kimchi, zucchini, potato, mushrooms, etc. Other items included: sashimi, suchi, handrolls, takoyaki, calamari, chicken kaarage, shrimp tempura, dumplings, and so much more. For dessert their matcha ice cream was excellent as well as their egg custard tarts. Overall service was outstanding here, and the quality of items and options were great! This is probably the best Chubby Cattle restaurant I have tried. Pricing is fair for the quality of meats and options that they offer. read more

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Gia was our server and she was so sweet!! Just an fyi because we were surprised but Wagyu Factory is related to Chubby Cattle so if you have the membership it applies here too. If not, you still get points through the chubby app so it's worth downloading. I don't love that they ran out of the select menu so you had to get the premium ~$60/person. The ambiance is dark, loud but surprisingly not filled with bbq smoke which I appreciated! Gia cooked our first round for us perfectly. I personally love ordering off an ipad but I know some people absolutely hate it like my parents! Try their fried tofu, chicken skin dumplings and do not sleep on the desserts! Their roll cakes, especially the earl Grey one, was delicious! Some of the things I don't like are the fatty meats... usually I like brisket but it was so fatty. Overall worth an experience!! read more

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Love loved this place! The meats all melted in my mouth and side dishes were super good. Got seated pretty quick and server was really nice . read more

Wagyu Factory - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

I like that all chubby group location each have a different unique feel to them. I like that this wagyu factory in lake forest has a grill compared to the tustin location which used hot pot shabu style. All the meats here are tender and delicious. Service is great and fast. You can reserve on yelp which helps a lot. Prices are $60 for members, that includes a variety of wagyu cuts. Overall solid place and would definitely come back read more

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While looking for a new Ayce bbq spot, we stumbled upon this place and decided to give it a try. The atmosphere of the place is really cool with tons of thematic decorations, and a wide variety of things you can order. The server, Talia, was also super kinda and accommodating throughout the experience. She was always on it with water refills and checked in when needed - grill changes and orders came fast as well. While the meat was good quality and delicious, with so much wagyu on the menu it can definitely get really heavy. Even when trying to pair it with other sides, it was hard to eat a lot. It's tasty but the end stretch becomes harder as you try to get your value out of the Ayce (especially cause it's pricy). They do have membership options to help reduce the price if that's something you're interested in! read more

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First time coming to Wagyu Factory. It was pretty empty during lunch, with only about three parties the entire time we were there. Our server Jaden was super nice, very attentive, and took the time to explain everything, which we really appreciated. The food was great overall. The only downside was that the meat cuts weren't very consistent. Some pieces were thick while others were thin, even though they were the same item and we ordered multiple portions. Aside from that, the service really stood out. Looking forward to coming back. read more

Wagyu Factory - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Best resto in Lake Forest? Had an amazing dinner here with some friends. This location is on the smaller side, but we still had no wait on a weeknight around 6. Huge shoutout to our server Talia who was the only front of house working that night but still did an awesome job keeping all the tables happy and everything running smoothly. Service never felt rushed or neglected. And of course the meat quality was exactly what I expect from Chubby Group -- same amazing grade and flavor. Highly recommend for a nice treat! read more

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We watched this place pop up on El Toro several months ago and knew we had to check it out. I'm so happy we finally have great Korean BBQ nearby and don't have to drive all the way (10-15 mins) to Irvine anymore! **Membership & Value** On our first visit, we signed up for the **Chubby Club membership**. It's a little confusing at first, but it's definitely worth it. It gives you a BOGO birthday meal and a per-person discount that eventually pays for itself. Plus, it's great that you can use it at multiple locations. **Food & Service** The food selection is good, though we've noticed they do run out of certain items occasionally. That said, we've been back a couple of times now and the experience has been very enjoyable. The service is consistently solid. **The Vibe** The ambiance is fantastic! There are definitely a lot of Instagram-worthy features throughout the restaurant that make for a fun dining atmosphere. Overall, it's a great addition to the area. We'll definitely be regulars! read more

Wagyu Factory - Family dinner! - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Shout out to Gia for a great BBQ experience with great cuts of Wagyu, pork belly and more, along with tasty side dishes, appetizers, sushi and dessert. Go premium for the best cuts! Much better than the Wagyu spot before so give it another try if you haven't been. read more

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The only standout item is the M9 Wagyu short rib -- that one is genuinely good. Unfortunately, every other meat we tried was mediocre at best and overly seasoned. We ordered brisket and toro and specifically requested no seasoning, but the cuts were strange: not Korean-style thin, not thick either -- just awkwardly cut, which affected both texture and grilling. Another big issue: the grill was extremely dirty. It looked like it hadn't been properly cleaned between tables, which is pretty unacceptable for a BBQ place. They seriously need to step up their table and grill sanitation. Service is where things really fall apart. They are severely understaffed, and even when the restaurant is nearly empty, it takes forever to get seated. First visit: waited 15 minutes after being told it would be 5 minutes, then left. Second visit: had a reservation and still didn't get seated until 10 minutes past the reservation time. Once seated, ordering and receiving food is painfully slow. The manager is a huge problem. He has a bad attitude and acts like customers are inconveniencing him just by asking for service. On my first visit, I asked for a menu and said we were ready to order. He responded with, "Oh, place order on iPad, ok..." -- except there was no iPad on the table. Don't assume every customer magically knows your system, and definitely don't give attitude about it. Honestly, if this place weren't part of the Chubby Cattle group, I would never come back. The membership/NFT pricing is the only reason it's even remotely worth considering. Without that value, this wouldn't be a repeat spot at all. read more

Wagyu Factory - Look at how gross this looks when you wipe the meat on the grill.... - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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This location only HAS BBQ NO HOTPOT fyi. Wagyu Factory offers a refined 90-minute dining experience where you can order new dishes every 3 minutes--perfect pacing without feeling rushed. Gia & Dancan delivered warm, thoughtful service that elevated the entire meal and made the experience feel personal and memorable. The A5 wagyu was outstanding, and the tom yum soup was perfectly balanced--not overpowering at all. The marinated meats were flavorful yet subtle, letting the quality of the meat shine. Ending with matcha ice cream was a lovely final touch. read more

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We visited Wagyu Factory today for our first visit and we will be back! Talia is a great server, super friendly, accommodating, and WF had really great quality meat. We are proud "Chubby Club" members and we will be back soon. Thanks for the good food and for taking care of us and our friends. read more

Very good for the price. Best cheaper alternative if you like Chubby Cattle and don't want the crazy wait. They were very busy and did their best. Our waitress Talia was awesome. She was high energy, friendly and accommodating even though she had to run around like a mad woman looking for her lost child at a supermarket. read more

Talia was awesome as a server and giving us a great first time experience at wagyu factory. She was great with suggestions and helped cooked some food on the grill There was an assortment of high quality means ranging from Australian to Japanese cuts. We did the premium all you can eat 18 different meats. You can order 6 items every 3 minutes. Loved all the sides and marinades. Will definitely come back read more

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$50 AYCE premium wagyu bbq spot that is def worth the money what we tried: * American wagyu * Australian wagyu * Japanese full blood wagyu * A5 Japanese wagyu * corn cheese + sides * wagyu bibimbap - my favorite !! * sashimi & sushi * egg tarts * matcha + strawberry ice cream Service is THE BEST, the staff here at this location are so kind and awesome read more

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SO WORTH IT! First time here and it was $70 a person for the premium package which is absolutely worth it over the below package. My family and I had the absolute best service with JADEN. He was extremely friendly, very knowledgeable on the different cuts and how the steps of the prep went. I cannot express how great of service we got which made our expierence even better. Great quality meat and they even offer a members program which offers great deals throughout the year membership. Highly recommend ! read more

Abe was amazing and super attentive! Helped grilled so we cpuld eat in between plates, and always made sure we were taken care of. Could not have had a better server. We went when it was not too busy so the restaurant had a good vibe. read more

Wagyu Factory - A5 Wagyu Ootoro - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Talia was dope. Very friendly and accommodating. This is not a bot. Talia was dope. Very friendly and accommodating. This is not a bot. read more

Tried Wagyu Factory recently and really enjoyed the experience. It's AYCE, with two tiers depending on how premium you want your wagyu. The weekend is only the higher tier. Of all the meats, the short rib and brisket were standouts--super tender, flavorful, and easy to keep reordering. Staff checked in often and tried to keep orders moving but at one point the kitchen was backed up and orders were coming out later than normal. It happens, but the staff were really good at changing the grill frequently, which I appreciated. Lastly, if you are a fan of the Chubby family, they also offer a membership with discounts for return visits, which is a nice bonus. Overall, a great spot for an indulgent but casual meal. read more

Thank you so much Talia for an amazing dinner. This was such a great meal for the boys. If you want a memorable meal of wagyu and amazing seafood this is where you go! For a birthday meal we really at an amazing amount of food. Seriously the Wagyu thick steak and the marinated pork was so great. The sashimi special is an order. Yellowtail hand roll OMG. Where else can you get these premium cuts and just keep on ordering. When they say AYCE it's the truth. The ordering system is so awesome. Very simple and great pictures make ordering a breeze. Don't forget to close it out with a green tea ice cream. read more

Wagyu Factory - Awesome photo of my cuz. - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

unfortunately our first time here was not a very good experience, to start off, my mom and I wentto have dinner she had ordered a Coke for her drink and did not receive it until we were almost done with our dinner. We had asked for her drink twice and no one brought it. Next, we had ordered our meats and took about 20 min or more for it to come out, we had to ask our server if she could check on them. Lastly, we had asked to get our grill changed and no one came to change it. This is the picture of our grill and we waited so long for someone to change it that we eventually just cooked everything on it instead of waiting longer. I was about to get the membership since I was so excited to try this restaurant and another chubby cattle spot but I think I will have to skip out on it. Service was poor and seems to me no one pays attention to customers needs, unlike a typical korean bbq. I was very disappointed. The side dishes were not worth it in my opinion also, for the price you pay, it is most definitely not worth the money. read more

Wagyu Factory - grill - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Food was amazing and our host Talia was so great! We got the premium selection and everything we tried was delicious. Would definitely recommend and come back read more

Talia was our server and always checked in on us. She was great! Food was fantastic as always.

Been here a few times and tonight's dining experience warrants a Yelp review. Not sure if the earlier times we went they were still training staff but tonight was perfect. We always come for an early dinner around 5:30PM to beat the dinner rush. Right about when we end our meal, there are parties waiting outside. On the weekends, it is PREMIUM pricing only ($69.99), no other options. During the weekday, there are cheaper tiers. Yes the price is steep but the quality of meat and fish you get here is unlike anywhere else in the area. You order from an iPad. Up to 6 items can be sent to the kitchen every 3 minutes. Dining limit of 90 mins. The menu is huge. I highly recommend trying all the wagyu meats - our favorite is the short rib cubes. They also have seafood, sushi, sashimi, soups, cooked food (chicken karaage, fries, dumplings, calamari, and a new option - a wagyu burger, size of a slider), and desserts. Drinks are also included (canned soda). Staff here is attentive and efficient with the grill change, you don't even have to ask. If you think you'll be eating here at least 4 more times this coming year, the Chubby Club membership might be a good fit for perks and discounts. Ask your server about this. Clean establishment. Great service. Pricey but worth the food you get. Thanks to our sever, Duncan, who made sure to give us a great dining experience here. And now because we're members, well be back. Lol. read more

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Want to start off by saying that Duncan gave our table amazing service despite how busy it was and the fact that it was Thanksgiving!! I was really between 3 and 4 stars for this restaurant because the only thing that was a 10/10 was the meat itself BUT, you have to specifically ask for no marinade because no one at my table liked it and we had to eat multiple plates of marinated meat that tasted a little funky until we figured out to put a note in each order for no marinade. It tasted a little too smoky and ham-like. Another reason for the 3 stars is that the other side items you can order really made us regret getting it. The sushi was okay not bad not amazing, but that wagyu bibimbap was seriously INSANELY SWEET like sweeter than I order my boba drinks it was so dessert-like and it kind of tasted like in n out (idk it just did) so it was such a strange bite. However, despite the little flops that our meal had, I'll give credit where it's due. The unmarinated meat is spectacular and so perfectly fatty and delicious!!!! I would come back and only order this and it would be a great meal. I should do this soon!!! read more

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Saw the signage saying "bbq and hot pot" and parked up, went in and asked about the hot pot. They said they don't have hot pot and to go to the other location. Why not change your name for this location if it is not offered? False advertisement. Looks like this is a recurring issue since other reviewers had the same impression that they have hot pot- since the signage mentions hot pot. Bummer was down to spend $ here. read more

We came here on a Thursday night and it was relatively busy. The service was overall mediocre but it was not our server Gina's fault. The place seemed extremely understaffed for that evening. I really wanted to like this place, and I would say our server Gina made the experience as pleasant as possible, she was super friendly and made sure to check in on us. When we did get our food, it was pretty good as well, I would say the meats somewhat tasted the same for the most part, but was still very high quality. In one order, we would send a few plates of meat and then also a couple orders of sashimis, multiple times, the meat would come out but the sashimi and sushi was no where in sight. We had to ask multiple times to get it served to us, but at that point we had eaten everything else. Overall the quality of the food was pretty enjoyable and I would likely come back in hopes for a better experience! read more

Wagyu Factory - sashimi - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Good to try once in a while but it is expensive for the quality of meat you actually get. We were displeased by some of the chewy meat despite paying for the most expensive eating experience. My husband and I recently ate at Kalbi Social Club at the Spectrum and were amazed at the difference. The costs were similar (except Kalbi is not all you can eat) but the quality of meat and the sides were significantly better at Kalbi. If all you want is to stuff your face with as much meat as you can, then this works... but if you want real quality, skip this and go to Kalbi Social Club. read more

Talia is so cute - and then she starts talking and gets even more adorable! I would come back just to spend time with her. The food is incredible. The service is excellent. The atmosphere is great. We will tell everyone! read more

First time at this small and cozy location and it did not disappoint. Abe, our server was on it, delivering great consistent service. We came on the weekend at dinner time on a Sunday and the wait time wasn't too bad. Premium weekend pricing and the food was exactly what we expected. No lines to grab anything. Everything is brought to our table. read more

Another great visit felt super welcome Talia was super attentive and friendly. All of our dishes were out quick and accurate the sampler was one we didnt try last time but we were super happy to try it this time it was a good way to get an over view of a lot of the different meat choices in one go. Lighting was good not too dim and the grills did a great job evacuating smoke so we weren't squinting or fighting to breathe. I hope this place is here to stay its so convenient for date night and every visit has been perfect! read more

So glad a chubby franchise came to lake Forest. Our server Talia was great! Very attentive and helpful in every way

Abraham did a fantastic job serving us. Attentive and on top of everything. Thank you!

Gia was amazing! Her positive energy and helpfulness truly stood out and made our visit even better. The food was delicious and exceeded expectations. Highly recommend! read more

Wagyu Factory - Barbeque Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Wow Talia was the best. Great place to take the family. And the food was the best. It was a great experience read more