"Raw fish isn’t on the menu at this yakiniku (grilled meat) restaurant that specializes in DIY grilled marinated meats, seafood and veggies. Despite more than 700 locations worldwide, Gyu-Kaku doesn’t feel like a chain. Servers are close by as guests have fun DIY grilling over a built in charcoal grill at the table. Choose from marinated short ribs, steak, chicken, pork belly and sausages, which come with rice and veggies. Non-grill options like Japanese-style fried chicken and shiso ramen are equally appealing." - Beth D'Addono