Chubby Skewers｜Authentic Chinese BBQ

Service was fantastic, atmosphere curated to feel 💯 like you’re dining in Asia (although I don’t understand the kid sized tables and seating). Chubby empire is impressive and it’s always fun trying their new restaurants. Pro tip, avoid the short ribs… it’s impossible to cook! Shared a photo of the raw meat as a reference. The best skewer was the chicken cartilage, the dumpling soup and spicy cucumber are delicious too! 🥰 I wish Chubby had auto rotation for evenly cooked meat but still worth trying. Membership discount available. Table for four requires strategic placement of skewers but make it a date night for two and you’re good 👍🏻

We’ve already come through here a handful of times because its great food and fun at the same time. We can’t recommend this spot enough to our friends and they all seem to have a great time as well. For some reason it’s just enjoyable to grab your own food, season it the way you want, and cook it on your own. Theres a nice primal feeling to it all and while it was fun to try a bunch of different options, I always find myself enjoying their beef options a lot more than other similar spots. The beef here is really good. What’s fun is that their dessert is also meant to be cooked over the fire pit, which is nice to stick with the over all theme. The only thing that bummed us out is that the place is only open in the afternoon and is open until 3am, which is nifty, but some times we want to come by for lunch. That ain’t happening it looks like, but one can dream.

First time here and it did not disappoint!! Got here on a Saturday luckily at 5 PM and got seated right away!! Alex was our server and was so awesome from start to finish. It was nice of him to ask if we were first timers and explained everything. Meats were exquisite! There was a variety of quality seafood and vegetables as well. Additionally, you can order items such as garlic oysters and foil wrapped enoki mushrooms (highly recommend!!) Overall, another Chubby series down and very happy!

Had an amazing experience at Chubby Skewers, the waiters were very helpful in explaining everything. You scan the QR code to order sides and drinks. Skewers are self serve at $1 ea. Some food items have 2 skewers so that's $2. The beers selection was good. I tried most of them. The wagyu skewers were amazing. Even the fatty ones tasted excellent. I usually use the fat to season the grill. I tried duck tongue for the first time that was interesting. In total we ate 51 skewers. I was shooting for 100. The place closes at 3 am so its a perfect place to hang out with friends late night or even a date.

Chubby Skewers is a lively Chinese BBQ spot that delivers an authentic and communal dining experience, perfect for large parties who enjoy the fun of grilling at the table. The skewers here are flavorful, seasoned well, and remind me of street-style barbecue in Northern China. That said, while the food is solid, there are a few caveats diners should know before coming in. Ambiance: 5/5 This is a place designed for groups. The setup is casual, energetic, and tailored for sharing. The grill-in-the-center concept creates a festive environment, making it a great option for gatherings with friends or family who want to linger over drinks and skewers. Authenticity: 4.5/5 The skewers taste authentic and capture the essence of Chinese street BBQ—spiced, savory, and just the right amount of smoky. From lamb to chicken wings to veggie skewers, the flavor profiles feel genuine and satisfying. Flavor: 4/5 The seasonings stand out, especially the cumin and chili powder that coat the meats. However, since diners cook the skewers themselves, the flavor can vary depending on how evenly they’re grilled. When cooked just right, they’re delicious; but it does take effort to avoid undercooking or burning. Service: 4/5 Staff are attentive enough, ensuring grills stay hot and orders come out steadily. However, there isn’t much assistance with the actual cooking process, which could be a challenge for first-timers unfamiliar with table-top grilling. Cost: 4/5 Reasonably priced for group dining, with skewers adding up quickly depending on how much you order. Considering the quality of the meat and the fun factor, the value feels fair for what you get. Final verdict: Chubby Skewers is a solid spot for anyone craving authentic Chinese BBQ in a social, lively setting. Just know that part of the experience requires you to stay on top of the grill—constant flipping is necessary to ensure even cooking and avoid burning. If you’re okay with that, it’s a fun and tasty place well worth visiting.

The wait has calmed down a lot. Wagyu brisket is what I recommend here, it’s better than most of the other meats. I highly recommend sitting in Casper’s section. He is the best server I’ve ever had in the entire Chubby network!

Food was alright, but small portions and each skewer was $1.10. Pricy for such small skewers and the grill was not big enough to accommodate big appetites. Tables too low. It's like you're squatting on the floor to eat, though I guess that's common in mainland communist China. You have to order other extra stuff from the QR code on the table and none available at the skewer bar. Freaking Indonesian insta noodle stir fry costs like twelve bucks and I can get a whole six pack for like five bucks. They charge extra for you to use their grill too.... Which you need to cook your food. I did like their different seasonings though and garlic. Food also gave me diarrhea and I cooked the stuff thoroughly as well. Would not recommend. Unless you have a guest that is paying for the meal. Seventy bucks for three people and we left feeling more hungry than when we came in. Oh yeah the sun was blaring in my eyes when I was facing the window at sunset. They need some blinds.

This place never disappoints! Delicious and cheap skewers! Great service especialy from the best server Tan! Well worth the membership! Definitely recommend to try this place at least once! And its open late, til 3am!

Love this place. Food quality is good! Kasper is a very good sever! We had a lot of fun

he food at Chubby Skewers was absolutely delicious! Every skewer was cooked perfectly with bold flavors and tender meat. Frank provided excellent service--fast, friendly, and very attentive--which made the whole experience even better. I also really enjoyed the fun, lively ambiance--it's a great spot to relax with friends and enjoy good food. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending this place to others!

Ellie has been phenomenal service with our table! I will absolutely be back and highly recommend Chubby Skewers and Ellie if you're lucky to get her as your server!

This place is SO good!! Everything came out hot and perfectly grilled -- super flavorful and not too greasy. The vibes are fun and chill, perfect for a late-night dinner with friends. Staff was really nice and the service was quick even though they were busy. You can tell they use fresh ingredients and actually care about the food quality. My go to for late night !!

Hit up Chubby Skewer recently to see why there's always such a long line, and honestly, it was kind of a letdown. I came on a Wed night around 10pm and only waited approx. 5 min to be seated. First off, the chairs and tables here are ridiculously short. I'm only 5'1 and felt like I was eating at a kid's table. If you're any taller or have any mobility issues, seriously just skip it. It's wildly uncomfortable. The service is mostly self serve, where you fill your own water, and grab your own skewers and they count the sticks later to total up. You can also scan a QR code to order kitchen items. The food was just okay. It's $1.10/skewer. The skewers were decent, I opted for mostly wagyu beef, and the "sauces" are actually dry seasonings like cumin and chili powder. I wish there were liquid sauces like brisket sauce or chili oil. That would've bumped up the yum factor and my rating to an extra star. Overall, I'm giving this specific location a 2/5 because of the rice delay and the low furniture. This spot seems best if you've already eaten dinner elsewhere and just want some late-night skewers and beer while chilling with friends and listening to loud music. I wouldn't come back here for a full meal. There are plenty of other Chubby franchises that are much better, so go to one of those instead.

Eating 肉串儿 (skewers) on the side of the street on a hot summer day was peak teenagehood for me. I love how I got to revisit this at Chubby Skewers! I enjoyed the opportunity to roast and cook our own skewers and add our own spices mix/seasoning, plus the self serve sectoon where you can get any skewer for $1.25 each. Because I love the cumin and chili flavors, lamb was my go to option. I liked how overall the lamb wasnt game, but I think their meat was hit or miss depending on the batch of skewers. Some more tender vs evenly distributed with fat/meat. The wagyu beef options were solid too. The eel was surprisingly tasty and also seasoned! It cooked faster than expected and was a nice break from the red meats. The mushrooms were actually really delicious and so was the Chinese cauliflower!! We also got the cucumbers 拍黄瓜 and eggplant 蒜蓉茄子 as sides, which were both well seasoned and perfect for garlic lovers like me. The low chairs/tables really emulated the experience but I think the chairs need to be lower to comfortably allow legs to fit under the table. Ventilation was pretty good! Staff were friendly with a great attitude. Everything was pretty clean and they provide gloves for the skewers. I look forward to coming back if I'm in the area again!

I've been wanting to come here for months after seeing a reel about it and finally got the chance to go Saturday with my partner, but unfortunately was disappointed all around. We joined the wait-list at about midnight and got seated 30 minutes later, no notes there, however it only sloped down after that. I know they're going for a street food vibe with the seating, but the chairs and tables are just too low. I'm 5'2 and it was already unpleasant, plus there's a gas line and the bottom of the cooking table in the way. Ambiance is loud which expected for a late night spot. Skewers are self served which is convenient but the variety was underwhelming. I know it's only $1.10 a skewer, but it already looks small raw and is even tinier after it was cooked. You also have to rotate them yourself on the grill unlike some other places, although it's not really an issue since cooking skewers is easy enough in theory. However, the heat of the grill was uneven and it was difficult to get a good cook without some char. The meats were unimpressive but we did like the chicken skin skewer. My partner and I shared a rice and 17 skewers between us before we kind of gave each other that dissatisfied look and agreed to get the bill. It was one of those meals where you go get fast food after to feel satisfied. Other notes: There was a $2 sauce fee, despite there being no sauce. I also wish they had metal chopsticks instead of disposables, given that the plates, tables, and cups are all metal. But really the biggest reason is that one of our paper wrappers gusted into the grill and promptly burnt up at the table. I am a big fan of their JBBQ location, Chubby Cattle, but was very disappointed with Chubby Skewer. I will not be coming back and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a late night dinner. Although it might be good if you're looking for a place to drink and snack that isn't a bar.

I came back to Chubby Skewer, this time to try some of their made to order dishes. It was a Sunday and the wait time can get long, so I recommend coming early. The ambiance is very vibrant. It reminds me of eating at late night restaurants in Asia, opening at 5pm and closing at 3am. The service was top notch! Kasper attended to our every need, kept clearing out empty dishes, and was very friendly from the meal to checkout. The professionalism is commendable. I tried the shrimp tempura, lotus root, and pickled fish skin. It came out fresh and fast. The taste was good, portion was fit for a small party, and the price was affordable. This time I also kept track of the skewer types I preferred. I personally enjoyed the A5 Lean Wagyu and A5 Wagyu Brisket the most for the tenderness, texture, and taste. The A5 Wagyu tongue was good but tougher to chew when over cooked.

Underwhelming to say the least. Wait went from estimated 1 hour to 2 hours. When we got in, we understood why. We had a party of 4 and we had a small area to cook the meats. They advertise the skewers as $1.10 each, but its because they're extremely small. For 4 person with drinks it came out to $255 after taxes and tips. So pretty much $55 a person, id much rather go to an ayce kbbq at this point. Would not return unless im super hungry at 1am with no where to go

9/5/25 Sunday Chubby Skewers is a modern DIY Chinese style charcoal grill skewer place where you pay by the stick. It's part of the larger Chubby series (yes, they're related to Chubby Cattle). Feels kind of intimate the way the seats are low and close to the grill. Arrived around 6 PM and only waited briefly to be seated. The server was generous enough to offer our group of 6 two grills instead of one. We accepted. However, one of the grills cooked veeery slowly so it was like we only had one grill. The vent for that same grill kept slowly sinking down too. They have a good variety of skewers, with each silver skewer counting as $1.10 so be aware that some items have two skewers stuck on them. They are a bit slow to restock which I'm a little disappointed about since they know it's peak time. Some meats were browning because they restock onto the top. Some meats like crawfish and abalone already seasoned and a bit spicy so be aware. I would recommend them to label it. I still give it a 4/5 because the taste was pretty good across most of the skewers and I liked the seasoning that we sprinkle on our skewers. I also enjoyed the free unlimited garlic and liked how they gave us gloves to handle the raw meat. Plenty of parking outside.

Just wanted to start off my saying I've been several times but only after 11pm. It's a pretty solid skewer place to get food from; surprisingly not as expensive as I thought it'd be (it was $1.1.0 per skewer stick) You go up to a bar where there are ready to cook skewers and you cook it at your (short) table. It's a good amount of meat per skewer and I was about to be satisfied with about 10? The quality of meat is fine and I like how the spices are at the table so I can season each skewer to my liking.

This is my favorite skewer spot in LA. Every time I come to visit friends or family, I think of this place. The inside is very large, and you definitely need to join the waitlist to get in on busy nights. The food is delicious. You cook your own skewers. The meat is marinated very well. This spot is very close to a nightclub, and it's very rowdy inside, but perfect for a late night eat. Hin served us and was very courteous and accommodating. Will definitely be back.

Ambiance: feels like a hong kong 大排檔，but indoors, with good ventilation and cool enough for a hot day with the mini-split ac system they have. Unlike places like t-kebob or gui, they do not have self-rotating skewer grills and it is not cooked over coal. Service: The hostess was considerate of our party of 6 to get us a table with two grills. Unfortunately, only one of the grills really worked (one grill cooked the skewers at the speed of 2 to 3 minutes and the other one took 20 to 30 minutes). Water and skewers are self-service, there is a buffet area that provides gloves for you to grab the raw skewers. We also ordered a cucumber salad off the QR code ordering system at the table and it came relatively quickly. Servers would come by every so often to clean your used skewer bucket and count the amount of skewers. I like that they do alert you after passing 100 skewers. Food: Quality and quantity was not always consistent per skewer. I do see they put in effort to put more of something on a skewer if it was smaller but this was not always the case (example: okra). This means people will for sure pick and choose skewers having picked it up and back down like it was the grocery store (despite there being a sign warning not to do so). Meat quality was decent for the most part, I do believe it is fairly priced for $1.10 per skewer. Spice rubs were charged $1 per person in your party unless someone downloads the app. The spice rubs were not as memorable as other skewer places in my opinion. Overall, I think this is a good average introduction to skewers. But if you want really good skewers, there are better options in the area.

First time coming here. The restaurant isn't the cleanest place. It reminds me of eating at a street food stall in Asia with the low seating. The skewer portions are quite small. I couldn't tell if the meat was wagyu either, so minus points on quality. The service was fast though and the servers were informative on how to get your food and how to cook it. Would I come back? Probably not. For a chubby restaurant chain, this was probably my least favorite experience - especially food taste/quality wise.

good service, nice selection of skewers and drinks. Will be back again. Love our server Becky !

All skewers are $1.10. Each adult will Also be charged $2 sauce fee (not actual sauce, it's the seasonings placed on the table). Service was friendly and informative. The ambiance is nice however we came when it was not busy, I can see this place being too small if it were actually full. Every skewer is very tiny. There is only a few vegetable options. I would say this this a fun place to try if you never had Chinese skewers before.

Not even a week went by and I'm back; this is definitely my go-to spot now! We had the pleasure of working with Hin tonight, and he was awesome! The skewer bar was clean and well-stocked. The food tasted fresh, so not too much seasoning needed in my opinion. The atmosphere of the restaurant is always lit, everyone is happily munching away.

It's my first time trying out a Chubby restaurant, and still want to try the Chubby Cattle BBQ locations, but I would definitely come back to Chubby Skewers because it's super casual, fast attentive service, and quality meats. A QR code is used to order other items, like their spicy noodles and rice, and you walk up to grab the actual different skewers located also where you grab free infused water. Hin was our server and he was helpful and funny with his stories about interesting customers who come late at night. They have last call at 1:30AM and although parking can be tight, arrive early and you get seated before the crowd. The tables and seats are cramped and low to the ground so dress comfortably! And definitely sign up for free for the app to receive special perks and a discount off the bill.

Food smacked me in the face with a good time! Our server Becky was great. And the vibes were immaculate. A+++ shout out to the enoki mushrooms with the noodles and the cucumber salad. They both hit every time.:)

Food/drinks: yum! There's a skewer bar with lots of options & sesame cucumber + peanuts were delicious Atmosphere: SO GOOD! It's like a street market vibe with everyone hanging out and being loud with friends/family except you are indoors & opens very late Service: friendly service! They explained the menu and were attentive throughout Price: affordable! It's around $1 per skewer!

Chubby skewers has been my favorite Chinese barbecue spot in LA for months. They offer a unique barbecue environment that looks like the street scenes of China, where you sit low and roast your own food. The meat is beautifully flavored, and the prices are very reasonable. Our server Hin was very attentive and helpful. Highly recommend!

Heard of this place from a homie that has gone 3 times in one week, claiming that it has great value and it's open late. So I was intrigued. Came here on a Friday night for a date w my girlfriend. It was packed, the wait ended up being an hour and 15 minutes. I wasn't mad at it because it was a Friday and at the most peak time. Parking could get a little crazy, you can park out front or they have "overflow" parking towards the back. If you park back there, you can walk through the market to access the entrance easier. When we were seated it felt like I was at a day care but I am specifically talking about the chairs, not your typical chairs and they are lower to the ground. Didn't mind it until you had to reload on the skewers. This is a self serve restaurant where all of the skewers and drinks are at a designated spot. It was fairly easy to distinguish which meats were which and the staff had it fully stocked everytime I went to get more. I had the lean and fatty wagyu, pork belly, chicken skin, fish tofu, squid, and beef brisket skewer. My favorite has to be the pork belly and brisket skewer. The meat was juicy, spice levels were great, and the quality tasted great. Each skewer is $1.10 and they give you a bowl to place each skewer when you are finished eating to bill you the right amount. Ordered a sapporo to have w my meal because it's a must, everything was great. Overall 8.7/10, food tasted great, quality was on point, and vibes were solid. A spot where you can eat to your content and they are also open pretty late. I would come back again when I'm in the area and craving skewers!

Back again to Chubby Skewers and it hasn't even been 3 weeks since my first visit. That should tell you how good this place is. This time I brought another friend to try it out, and it didn't disappoint. The chicken skin is absolutely to die for--crispy, flavorful, and addicting. The chicken cartilage, lamb, and tongue are also top favorites, cooked just right and packed with flavor. Everything comes out fresh, hot, and perfect with a nice char.(im a good cook lol) Safe to say, Chubby Skewers is quickly becoming one of my go-to spots.

So, I have been a long time fan of the Chubby brand from their days in Vegas to their location in MPK. First time trying out Chubby Skewers and although I love the concept, I must say that I am a bit disappointed overall. If you are on the older side, pregnant, have difficulties getting up and down, I would say avoid Chubby Skewers. The tables and chairs are quite low and I know that my mom would not stand a chance here one bit. Not much table space for much and because the chairs are low you can't really hang your purse on it either. So, it'll have to be on your lap for those females that has a big purse. You pretty much grab all the skewers you wanna eat at the skewer area. Each one is $1.10 and if you have membership then its $1. I have to say its a bit pricey for example 2 quail eggs on a skewer stick and that in itself is $1.10. You grill everything on your own. You will have to scan the QR code on the table to order drinks and hot menu items i.e. oysters, scallops, etc. The skewer area is a bit sticky, everything is a bit sticky to be honest. They do have gloves that you can use at the skewer area but thats about it. There's 4 different seasoning at the table you can use to season your skewers. Dipping trays, extra paper plates, napkins, water dispenser, infused water dispenser, salt, sugar, and utensils are by the skewer area. Some of the meats tasted just ok to me. Nothing truly stood out. For skewers personally I think Gui & T Kebob still takes the win. Would I personally come back, not really. I am glad I got to stop by and try it but I definitely do not feel like I am missing out on anything. They open at 5pm so my recommendation is stop by at 5pm so you do not have to wait in a long line. Tips: *Indoor seating only. *Restroom available for customers. *Credit card accepted *Parking lot shared with other businesses. *Serves alcohol. *There is a Yelp waitlist when you arrive.

Service was good for a half self-served place. The staff was attentive in clearing up the trays for more space since the table is a bit small. I'm not a tall person and with two sitting at a four seat table, it was fine. Three would be kind of tight. The food quality and selection are ok. Other places have better meats. Atmosphere is definitely good for late night small eats and drinks. The cooking of the skewers could be more automated so we don't have keep watch to avoid burning the food.

Amazing food and great service by HIN Would definitely come back such a unique and interesting experience!

BIG thanks to Miki(?) for confirming my reservation before the discord reservation concierge. Although I did place the reservation 24 hrs before the deadline (always love my gold nft benefits), they didn't get back to me right away so I called late at night the day before and Miki luckily pulled through for booking our reservation of 15+ people (and it's a good thing I did call bc the discord concierge didn't get back to me until a few hours before the reservation time). We had pretty much the whole back room to ourselves which was nice since the tables were close enough where we were all able to talk to each other even if it was separate tables. Staff is super nice and friendly. Very accommodating and they checked up on us pretty frequently. They have a lot of variety of skewers and we are able to just grab it ourselves so that was convenient. You can also order dishes separately like spicy cucumbers, vegetables, etc. They also have a couple of hot dishes with soups as well. Love the chill, casual vibe and a good place to eat and enjoy with friends. I just wish they can up the AC bc it gets pretty hot and sweaty lol. Thanks Chubby Skewers!

We had a wonderful dining experience at this location. My wife had been craving Chinese skewers for quite some time, so we chose this spot to conclude our trip--and it did not disappoint. This was our first time visiting a restaurant where guests cook their own skewers, which made the evening both interactive and memorable. It was genuinely enjoyable to have control over the doneness of each item, adding a fun and personalized element to the meal. The only thing I did not really enjoy was the music, but I am sure it is great for some people. Our server, Becky, was exceptional. She was attentive, informative, and walked us through the entire process--from selecting and ordering food to explaining the benefits of membership, including available discounts. Her thoughtful service contributed significantly to our positive experience. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would gladly return. Here's how we'd rate our experience: Food Selection: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: 4/5

$1.10 per skewers! $1 each with membership. Great quality meat. Decorations and style of restaurant fit the vibes of late night skewers place! Pick your own meats at the self serve counter and grill them over fire on small stools and table. They have Wagyu meat along with the various options. Tender meat and comes with Chinese spices to dip. Fried instant noodle was the perfect carbs that goes with the skewers. The garlic oysters with garlic sauce has tons of garlic! Pricy for oysters but worth a try. Busy plaza parking maybe hard on peak time. Usually a waitlist at night especially on weekends. Would come here to drink and hangout with friends late night!

The food is really good. You can season and cook your skewers exactly how you like it. Price is $1.10 per skewer which is pretty good. The service is great too! Mainly self serve for water and napkins but the workers would come by to count the number of skewers we ordered. Ambiance is great too for friends and family! I would definitely come back again

I got food poisoning after eating here. Please be careful if your stomach is sensitive.

The wagyu skewers here are absolutely amazing -- tender, juicy, and full of flavor! Our server Frank was fantastic -- friendly, attentive, and made great recommendations. We had a wonderful dining experience and will definitely come back!

Our party of 6 arrived around 630pm on a Friday and we got seated right away in a packed house. Our server explained how dining in works and informed us we could register with them to get sauce fees waived. Tables and chairs are little low so it feels like you're sitting in outdoor food stalls. Our party was given two grills, one was broken and the server tried to fix it but we were stuck with a warming grill while we used the other cook. Compared to other skewer places in the area, the beef here is average and on the smaller side. The parking lot can get busy, as it's shared with other popular stores.

Chubby group....I had high expectations. Having eaten Yumiyaki and Chubby Cattle, chubby skewers was the non ayce option. The meat was yummy but easy to overcook, which was an error on my end unfortunately. The meat quality was good and was up to par to its ayce counterparts. I loved that there were seafood/vegetable options as well, and as much as I don't eat veggie skewers, the choice of possibly getting one was a nice touch. My biggest gripe would probably be the lack of sauce. Their "sauce" is the seasonings for the meat, which I totally understand, but if I was able to dip the meat into some brisket sauce or some chili....I would have spent hundreds! The servers were always attentive and brought out ordered food quickly. They even helped me with adding the receipt to the chubby club app! TLDR: The prices for these skewers are well-worth the price. The quality of meat was great and the servers were impeccable! I would love to have had sauce, but the seasonings already make the meat tasty.

Was super stoked when I finally had the opportunity to come to chubby skewers after work. We got there around 6:30ish and we waited approximately 30-45 minutes for a table. The table sat somewhat low and there were not a lot of space on the grill for your skewers so if you're with a big group, you may be there for a while. Besides the skewers, which you grab at the buffet area yourself, drinks and side dishes are ordered through the QR code. Love the variety of skewer options and would love to come back.

Let's face it. $1 for food is a sure fire way to grab your attention at any given time. A lot of great things are a buck. Tacos on Tuesdays for example or $1 junky greasy tacos from Jack in the Box. Well, I can't think of anything else actually, BUT I can add Chubby Skewers to that small list. I finally got around to trying out Chubby Skewers this past weekend with a close friend of mine and I can vouch that the skewers are indeed $1 (or $1 and change?). However, some items are $2 like the shrimp since there's 2 skewers in them. However, the skewers really don't have much on them. On one hand, this is awful value since there's hardly anything on them, but on the other hand it's nice to be able to grab a variety of different skewers as well. Be warned though, it can add up VERY quickly. Speaking of hands, don't be me and raw dog the skewers otherwise you'll end up touching all sorts of raw meat. Instead, grab some gloves they have by the stations and you'll be all set. I am a big fan of interactive dining experiences and being able to sit and grill at the table while sharing conversations and hanging out was the best part. Hearing the sizzle of the fat dripping onto the flavorizers, the smell of grilling meat, and eating it straight off the grill is as good as it gets. They also have seasonings at the table so you can either sprinkle it on as the food is grilling or you can just dip them. Also, I did not like the fact that they didn't disclose the "sauce" fee. It's like a couple dollars and basically it's for the dry seasoning shakers at the table. Dry seasonings like cumin and red pepper flakes are sold in bulk and for dirt cheap, bro. This is the cost of doing business. Imagine a burger joint charging you for condiments on your burger. Super lame. The concept is fun. They're attempting to recreate street food with the low chairs and tables. Just try not to wear shorts that'll go up your legs when you sit, otherwise you may end up giving the restaurant a dinner AND a show. I was not ready to show off that much leg in public. Anyway, my friend enjoyed it much more than I did, though the alcohol probably made her experience more enjoyable lol. Personally I thought it was just okay. With that being said, I would definitely give it another go, just not any time soon.

Long line and wait on weekend evening. Be sure to get there early. You get to pick your own skewers , about $1 per stick. Online order for additional sides. Overall the food quality is decent. There were several wagyu options. Service was standard Ambience was conducive to beer and hang out , izakaya like type of environment. Wish they had more choices of sauce , rather you were give 4 powders/spices for flavoring I think it's worth the visit if you like skewering

Parking: Easy, open free lot. When it gets busy, parking is a little more scarce. I came here on a Monday night around 9PM and it was still very busy. We were seated at our low to the floor table and stools. That's part of the experience. We picked out our skewers and got to cooking. Parts of our grill was unevenly hot so some skewers were ready faster than others. You are definitely managing the cooking and heat yourself. Unfortunately, they do not have the grills that automatically rotate for you. On the table, there are four different seasoning and in the self serve area, they have sugar, salt, RAW GARLIC (my fave), cups, plates, and spoons. I went around the bars and collected my skewers. You get the most bang for your buck with the wagyu. To be fair, I lost track of what I was really cooking but i love the seasoning they had available. I was cooking my beef, dipping it into their cumin mix... Delicious. Would I say this is any better or more special than another skewer place? No, I felt like it was equivalent to anywhere else. However, the experience was fun. This is a great place to go with friends and just chill. All in all, I would come back but I wouldn't want to wait cause you never know how long people will take.

Hin helped us and was amazing! We had a great time here, the vibe is good. Even on a Thursday night it was packed! I've never been to a skewer place where you can cook your own skewers + season it yourself... LOVE THIS PLACE! Will be back!

Came here on a Thursday night for dinner & we got seated right away. Our server Shanghao was super nice and attentive. The skewers were supper yummy and the cold cucumber appetizer is 10/10! Would definitely come back, must try if you're ever in Rowland!

Good food and service. Great choice for late night food. ............................................ ............................................

BOMB.COM Vibes are so cool here and the meat is so scrumptious. Hin, our server, was so friendly and helpful!!!! We love Hin

Wait wasn't too bad and decent selection of skewers. Can't really complain when each skewer is a little over $1. Some of the items would have two skewers in it which meant it would be closer to $2.50. They do have a QR code for certain menu items that can be ordered. We didn't end up getting any of those items. I seldom come to these places but the experience was fun, the grill could have probably been a little bigger and they could have definitely had better ventilation. If you come with a party of two the grill will be enough but with a party of four, it takes quite some time to make sure everyone gets a turn at cooking there item. Hard to cook when the grill is so close to your face. The whole party left with their eyes feeling sore from the Heat and smoke. I would suggest anyone with knee problems NOT to come here. They have their seats extra low and based off of my visits throughout asia, I think it was to have more of a legit experience like you may sit when you are out there. Lower to the floor. No average adult would be able to fit their knees under the table so you kind of have to sit with your legs wide open. Expect to spend roughly $30 a person without drinks

Chubby Skewers is a local Chinese skewer spot in Rowland Heights. This spot is part of the very popular Chubby Group that has a collection of restaurants throughout SoCal. Before you even go, the parking situation in the plaza is quite terrible, so I recommend parking in the back area. This place is also super busy, so anticipate roughly an hour wait! However, once you do go in, the place is very well maintained, and the ambiance is very nice as everyone is having conversations as they grill their skewers. I loved hanging out and eating skewers while catching up with friends. My favorite skewers were the lamb, chicken skin, mixed beef, and mushrooms. Overall, Chubby Skewers is a great place to hang out and have fun with your friends!

This restaurant is part of the chubby chain in CA. It is located in Galleria plaza. Parking here is alright, it does get busy here sometimes so depends on the time. This place is inside the strip mall next to bunsik 88. Once you open the glass door, the front counter is right in front of you with a machine where you can put down the size of your party. This place opens up at 5pm and it gradually gets busier. I came once around 7 and the wait is an hour. There was another time I came around 715 and the wait was around 45 minutes. Last time I came at 6, wait was around 20 minutes. It gets pretty busy in there and a little crowded. Seats are low and the table is not that big. The price of the skewers depends on the number of skewers you get and i around $1-150 each with wagyu beef ones cost more. There is a food bar where you go grab the rawr food skewers you want. They have gloves so it doesn't get your hands dirty. The food is great because they already got seasoning on it and you will have to cook it yourself. Stove is hot. The bill Of the dinner with 2 ppl, my friend and I which was a female costed around $100 without tips. Expect some wait to long wait depends on how late you come but highly recommended!

I was recommended Chubby Skewers by my friend. She warned me that it gets crazy packed, but when we went...we came at a good time. No waiting and craziness. The aroma of the place was filled with BBQ which made my mouth salivate. The tables and chairs were shorter than your average, but I'm here for the culture lol There is a "grill" where we cook our food, and you physically go up to the refrigerators and choose your skewers. My favorite was the pork belly and veggies. Our servers Ellie and Kasper were so attentive and made sure our table was not overcrowded. I had a Kirin beer, and my friend ordered their noodles (you'll need to order those through your phone via QR code). There is a claw machine where we played and scored a cute polar bear doll. Overall, I had a great first experience and Chubby Skewers and I'll be back for sure :)

Food was amazing! Service was incredible. Shoutout to our server Shanghao who helped us with our orders. He was very attentive and friendly. We will definitely be back!

Okay, so... the plaza itself? Not going to win any beauty contests--it's a little run-down on the outside. But the upside? Lots of parking. Once you step inside, it's a different story--cozy vibes, chairs a little low to match the ambiance, and an open grill (sadly no charcoal this time--fingers crossed they bring it back soon!). It's self-serve here, which means you get to choose your skewers, and honestly, who can say no to $1 skewers? (Non-members pay $1.10, but still... that's a steal.) I'm not even sure what was on some of them, but damn--everything was packed with flavor, and we didn't even need their seasoning powders. Shoutout to David (I think that was his name!) for walking us through the app and membership perks. Super friendly and made the whole process easy. Overall, such a great experience--we're already planning to make this a once-a-month tradition. Honestly, for the price of a $25 KBBQ meal, we can each get $25 worth of skewers here... and that's a win in my book.

It was my first time trying this restaurant last night and I did like how a lot of the food tasted. It had good flavor and spice. However, Im pretty sure I got food poisoning after eating here. Felt sick about an hour after dining and am still nauseous this morning. If you want to dine here, I would recommend just cooking everything super well done to be on the safe side. I suspect it was some beef I had left more on the med-rare side of done. Other things to note: there was quite a bit of a wait. My friends and I checked in at 6:15 PM and waited for more than an hour (def plan ahead). The tables are oddly squat and short to the ground. I have some back and hip issues which made it kind of uncomfortable. The grilling area is also on the small side so groups that have a larger party might take some time to cook everyone's skewers.