Ushiya Grill

A bit more pricy all you can eat Japanese style BBQ that's a pretty solid quality. That's the gist of it, their meats are all decent, I'd say it's worth the price for how much better they are then similar all you can eat restaurants. I would recommend anyone who is interested.

Nathan was an outstanding server during my visit to Ushiya Japanese BBQ. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. He explained the menu clearly and gave great recommendations. Our drinks were always full, and he checked in at the right times without being intrusive. His excellent service really made our dining experience enjoyable.

If you’re craving premium beef without emptying your wallet, Ushiya Grill’s AYCE Japanese BBQ is a winner! Order via QR code with a generous 90-minute limit – more than enough time to feast. The wagyu sirloin steals the show: thinly sliced, perfectly marbled, and super juicy. Other cuts are solid too. Staff are quick and attentive, so dive in if meat’s calling your name! 🍖😂

A New Favorite! Ushiya Grill Made Our Holiday Special. Ushiya Grill truly made our July 4th special. We walked in without a reservation on a busy holiday, expecting a long wait, but were seated immediately by their friendly staff. It was such a great start to what turned out to be a fantastic meal. The quality of the meat on their Signature AYCE menu is just wonderful for the price point. We loved grilling the tender shoulder cuts and thick sirloin, and all the fresh accompaniments like sliced garlic and kimchi made it a really fun, interactive meal. The atmosphere was also perfect—lively but not too loud or smokey. But what really made us loyal customers was the service. They were so kind and let our daughter eat for free, even though she was right at the height limit for payment. It was such a generous and thoughtful gesture. Honestly, the only thing I'd even think to skip next time is the fries. Everything else was perfect. We're so happy to have a place like this to go to.

Ushiya was a great place to come for dinner, especially for groups. We chose to do the signature ayce menu which I thought was worth it for the price. The meat selection had a decent amount of variety and we especially loved all of the appetizers. The highlight was definitely the corn cheese and the eggplant. A little bit loud but the service was great.

Ushiya Japanese BBQ is hands down one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting with just the right mix of modern and traditional Japanese aesthetics. The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, explaining everything on the menu and making sure we were comfortable throughout the meal. Now let’s talk about the food—incredible. Every cut of meat was high-quality, perfectly marbled, and so flavorful. The wagyu literally melted in my mouth. The dipping sauces, fresh vegetables, and side dishes complemented everything beautifully. It’s clear that they put a lot of thought and care into their ingredients and presentation. Grilling at the table was not only fun, but also gave us a chance to slow down and really enjoy the meal. It was perfect for a date night, but I’d also come back with friends or family—it’s such a great shared experience. Highly recommend Ushiya if you’re looking for authentic Japanese BBQ with top-notch service and food that leaves a lasting impression. Will definitely be back!

Comming into ushiya was great! Had a wonderful experience especially with our server Fonda warm welcoming. She was able to explain how the ordering system works very clearly which we can really appreciate! If you ever want to have a good first experience I'd say try the premium set and you will leave impressed. You'll see exactly what i mean when through the pictures and let me tell you something.. the wagyu shortrib is my favorite throughout the whole experience, marbling was mesmerizing and while having the first try it's butter like texture while being juicy! Overall experience was a 10/10

I recently dined at Ushiya grill and went for the $55 per person option. Overall, the quality of the meat was excellent—fresh, well-marbled, and full of flavor. The marinated short ribs and beef brisket stood out the most, with the perfect balance of tenderness and seasoning. The pork belly was also great, with just the right amount of crispiness when grilled. One downside was the banchan selection. While what they provided was good, the variety was limited compared to other Korean BBQ spots. I was expecting more options, but the focus here seemed to be on the meats rather than the traditional side dishes. Service was attentive, and the staff made sure everything was cooked properly and refilled promptly. Despite the limited banchan, the quality of the meat made up for it. If you’re here for premium cuts and a great grilling experience, the $55 option is definitely worth it. Would I come back? Yes—for the meat. But if you’re looking for a place with a wide range of banchan, you might want to set your expectations accordingly.

Good quality AYCE, quick and friendly service and variety across the premium menu options.

Totally, enjoyed everything the Food, open ambiance, awesome servers like Donnie d best. Today we just celebrated our sister birthday and very accommodated to the big crowds. And very well recommended and well be back definitely very soon.

This place is so good!!! Fast service (we were there at opening so not much people yet). We came here on my brothers birthday and we were fully satisfied.the lady serving us was very nice and always smiling. The place is spaceous and the seating and the table is good. The food is awesome. We tried all the wagyu cuts and some of the meat from the standard menu. Their other dishes "takoyaki, squid tempura, chicken karaage etc are amazing and full of flavor. Definitely will come back to this place again.

Ambiance: Ambiance is standard, much like any other BBQ place, it can get a little bit loud sometimes. But the volume level overall is pretty low compared to other BBQ spots I have been to. Service: Service is speedy, diligent, and attentive. 10/10. Meats: A lot of the meats here are very high quality, especially when it comes to the wagyu meats on the premium menu. I honestly would recommend going premium. The cuts of meats like the Harami skirt, hanging tender, and Zabuton are some of the best meats I have had at an ACYE BBQ spot. They even have wagyu yukke that my girlfriend really enjoys. (It comes out a little icy sometimes, but if you let it dethaw, it is so soft and smooth). Appetizers: I will say that usually when I go to a BBQ spot, I don't care so much about the appetizers. But, the appetizers here are ACYE and they are actually pretty well rounded. Some of the portion sizes are smaller, but that is okay considering you can order however many you like. Drinks: Soft drinks are all you can drink here! Time: At the end of ACYE BBQ, I am stuffed. I was pretty full at the end of my time here as well. But, I do wish they would give a little bit more time than 90 minutes.

Ushiya is the newest go to spot for ayce bbq! There was barely a wait and my party got seated really quickly. Staff were super friendly and attentive. My favorite was the pork jowl! The pork jowl here is my favorite compared to other ayce bbq. It was not too chewy and was super tender and had the right amount of fat. On the other hand, the brisket was okay. I like my meats with a lot of fat, and the brisket here is super lean. 10/10 would recommend this place for ayce!

AMAZING KBBQ SPOT. I came here with my boyfriend to celebrate and we been dying to try this place. The wait was incredibly long and I suggest going on yelp to put your name down. They were extremely busy and they ran out of shot glasses and menus really fast but the server starts you off and then you order through your phone the rest of the 90 minutes. Even though it was busy, the service was great. The servers, hosts and runners were very accommodating. The tables were spaced out and food came out in a timely manner. Very cute place. We got the upgraded choice to get the wagyu cuts and so worth it. The meat is tender and soft. The sauces really complimented the meat. I LOVED the sides. Usually I won't get sides at kbbq because I just want the meats but so worth trying and next time, I'd probably get more. The takoyaki was so crispy and soft in the center. Most of the times I've had takoyaki its so mushy but this one was fantastic. I think this place is worth the wait and the hype. I'd def come here again!

One of my new favorite places for ayce bbq! I always get the premium menu and order the short rib, strip loin, and brisket. The meats are all tender and pair well with the sauces on the table (fruit soy & miso). I also like that soda is included in the meal, as well as karaage and fried squid. I do wish there were other refreshing side options other than kimchi and radish wrap. Service is quick and attentive since you order on your phone!

Food quality was actually one of the best in the bay for its price. Good variety of meats with quality cuts plus appetizers are surprising pretty good. No sauce bar but had really good brisket sauce and fruity soy sauce. I couldn't give it a 5 star cause of the overall cooking experience. We had a party of 6 and they put us in a booth. I felt so crammed that I had no room to move my arms so it was especially difficult to cook. They have a little extension on the table which is nice but the sitting area still wasent enough. Now the grill. It was difficult for our group to cook. With 6 people the grill is pretty small. We could hardly cook any food at a time plus there is also a time limit. We also had problems with our grill igniting. The heat kept on turning off and we had to call our server over multiple times. They finally decided to clean out the bottom of the grill but when they did that they lifted our grill up with the raw meat and was holding it over our table with raw meat juices dripping into the water cups + appetizer food

Noticed there is a new BBQ spot in North Milpitas and decided to give it a try. For those familiar with the area, Ushiya Grill is at the old TK Noodle location before it moved across the street. I put my name on the waitlist through Yelp, but when we arrived, the host let us know we also needed to check in at the front or we wouldn't be seated. It's something that's easy to miss and you could be waiting outside all night, so just a heads up. Once seated, we ordered through a QR code on our phones. The process was smooth and food started arriving quickly. Service was fast and attentive staff and did grill changes and refilled soda upon request. The meats and sides were high quality, and everything came out in good portions. In terms of value, I would place Ushiya between Gen and premium KBBQ spots. The quality of the meat is definitely better quality than Gen, but definitely not as pricey as the premium KBBQ spots. There was a surprisingly short wait, even on a weekend evening. The space is very clean and modern. The layout is still the same as TK Noodle with the booths, but they added ventilation and grills during the renovation. Overall a great new addition to the neighborhood. Solid food, fast service, and a good value.

I had a fantastic meal here last night at Ushiya with a friend. At the time of this review 07/16/25, there's some asphalt work being done to the parking area surrounding this restaurant so you gotta park a little far and walk a bit through the caution tape. On the plus side, didn't have to wait at all for a table during peak dinner time without a reservation. They make good use of the interior -- ample amount of booths, easy to see the restaurant at every angle to find the workers, no smoke being missed in suction. There were two menu options - the standard and premium. The later had Wagyu meat options and that's what we went with. Waiter took our initial order then used the QR code to order more via the Chowbus link. Proud to say we tried all 18 beef meats (and some doubles!) of the Wagyu menu along with a few sides. My favorite meats were the limited Wagyu short ribs, Wagyu finger ribs, and the zabuton. Great marbling on everything, fatty and tender, punchy beefy flavor throughout. Love that they give you a bowl of table kosher salt & pepper on the side. Meat was so good, I barely used my sauces. There wasn't a cut I didn't like. Some critiques: limited soda and beverage options, grill design makes it a tad difficult to cook the thinner slices of meats as it'll get stuck a bit in the nooks and crannies, fire is super close to the meat leading to easy flare ups. At roughly $70/pp after tax and tip, it's a good value for premium AYCE. Definitely would return again. Pro tip: lower the gas level a tad before cooking. This allows you to have 2-zone heating in a ring format. Inner ring would be cooking surface, meats can rest on the outer ring. I caught on and adjusted after cooking the brisket. After that, it was smooth sailing. Pro tip 2: the fire is super hot and again, super close to the cooking surface so you don't wanna get distracted. One person should man the grill and be on the lookout at all times. Easy to burn food.

What's the point of high quality meat at a bbq joint if the grill is not hot enough to cook it? From the moment we started cooking our meat, the flame alternated erratically between high and low, significantly slowing down the cooking process. We brought this to the attention of a busboy, who simply shrugged and wandered off. Our waiter's attempt to resolve the issue involved turning the unit off and on again. He then dismissively stated that the flame sometimes "flares up with fat" before walking away. Regrettably, the problem persisted throughout our entire meal, making it a frustrating and drawn-out experience. The unreliable flame meant our meat cooked incredibly slowly and unevenly. Despite the grilling woes, we did find the quality of the meat to be superior to what we've experienced at Gen Korean BBQ. It's hard to say if Japanese BBQ just gives better cuts, or if it simply reflects a higher-tier offering. The price point was comparable, perhaps a few bucks more, but the service was noticeably faster. We appreciated the phone based ordering system, which meant our meat arrived quickly, a welcome change from the long waits and need to flag down a waiter that often come with the slow paced service at places like Gen. If we go back here, we'll avoid table 24. And maybe we'll get the premium. For $20 more pp, hopefully the meat will be even more mind blowingly marbled and marinated. Now, if we can only get a working grill hot enough to cook it....

The wait for this restaurant on a Friday night was about an hour and a half. Luckily I was able to join the waitlist at a good time. We were sat as soon as the table was ready. The time limit for ayce is 90 minutes. As soon as we were seated, our timer started. Unfortunately 15 minutes passed before a server checked in on our party and opened the online ordering for our table. The sides and meat came pretty quickly. However our drinks were delayed by 15-20 additional minutes. We had to flag multiple staff members for our drinks. The dining area was pretty big and the space was very clean. Unfortunately I don't think their a/c was on this day so it was very warm inside. The quality of the premium selection meats were top notch. The meat was excellent. I would fully take advantage of ordering the seasonal wagyu selections. The grill and open flame provided nice sear for the meat. The sides were tasty and the brisket sauce was excellent. The service could have been a little better, but the quality of the food is well worth.

I'm not typically a fan of ayce places, but Ushiya Grill totally won me over -- everything was delicious, I couldn't stop eating lol. What makes it even better? You order everything right from your phone, so you can just focus on what you came for... to EAT. I'm keeping this review short and sweet: just GO. You won't regret it.

I had my birthday lunch here, and it was good! We chose to do the premium option, and we enjoyed a lot of the meat options you can pick from. The quality of the meat also was really good and fresh. I wouldn't recommend some of the sides, though, such as the takoyaki, just because it's only breading and no octopus inside, or at least in my order, it didn't have any. The service would be my only complaint, as we submitted orders multiple times and never got them. The servers also don't do a good job of actively checking on guests from what I saw. Overall, great meat quality and a good variety of options. I hope to come back, and hopefully, the service can improve so I can give them a 5-star rating when I return.

Ushiya grill is one of the newer Japanese bbq grills in the area. They have a signature menu that is $35 per person or a premium menu that is $55 per person (which includes 9 cuts of wagyu + additional limited edition cuts). We've been back to this location quite a few times and we have always opted for the premium menu. It's a good price for additional wagyu options and it comes with unlimited soft drinks! Not only that, but this place has a lot of appetizer options. I will say that I am disappointed that they no longer provide japchae (they originally provided it with the salads when it first opened). I will say service can be hit or miss depending on the time of day. However, you order everything on the phone (great if you're an introvert!), so you don't need to call the server. It would just be nice to be checked on once in awhile. Overall, for an ayce Japanese bbq the price is worth it for the quality! Food:

The price is right here for AYCE. We did the standard pricing since we had the kids with us. We placed our name on the yelp waitlist and it all worked out fine with timing. Our 6.5 year old was still short enough for half off, 3 year old still free. The meats were nice and thin, so cooked well and tasty. I had to figure out which sauces I wanted to use but mainly stuck with the samjjang or the soy sauce with pickles one. The kimchi and radish wrap is a must. The servers were pretty attentive and they are on it about the timing from when you sit and order to when your time is up. overall, for an inexpensive AYCE, we left satisfied. probably would have tasted better if we didn't have to handle our kids. LOL

Shout out to my sister and cousin for taking me out to dinner and ensuring this mama got a little bit of "me" time away from my little monster. The girl's had gone to Ushiya Grill just the week prior and couldn't help but rave & rave about this place. With me being an obvious fan of AYCE & KBBQ, they were adamant about me giving JBBQ a try! Let me start off by emphasizing how quickly this place fills up for dinner. Plan accordingly and place yourself on the waitlist as early as possible or else be prepared to be patient. Our party of 3 lucked out and was seated within 5 minutes or so. Here's where our luck began to take a slump- our server [younger gentleman] wasn't very welcome, helpful, or useful from start to finish. He kept directing us to the QR code for viewing of items and placing orders via phone. When asked if we could place our initial order with him, he kept going around in circles and insisted on us self ordering. No, it wasn't a big deal to place orders ourselves but the initial visit my girls' had just did things a lot different. The rest of the meal kind of went in that same kind of manner & lacking in service from his part. When we needed napkins or wanted to make any kind of request, he was no where to be found. On a number of occasions, we had to inconvenience a bus boy who had issues navigating English- shout out to him for being so kind and helpful. Aside from seeing his face pass through the restaurant from time to time, he only really came to us when he handed over the tab. Food: The offerings are broken down into 2 options. You can go with the SIGNATURE AYCE menu for $35/person or go with the PREMIUM AYCE menu for $55/person. The premium list is all Wagyu and with this option, you are also allowed to order from the signature dishes as well. Meats were good. Food was plentiful and I was highly impressed by how fast our orders of meat were coming out. Ushiya Grill definitely doesn't leave you hanging when it comes to its protein. This place easily deserves a solid 4/4.5 star rating if we were just considering the food & cost. My biggest disappointment when it came to our meal was the super salty agedashi tofu and the server who must have been part magician because he sure was good as disappearing. 3 star rating for my first experience here.

Great quality meats for a value AYCE meal! (We did signature $35) and it was very easy to place our orders. Each time you can order 6 items every 6 minutes through a QR code. The meats came out quickly and everything we ordered was fresh! It can get a little noisy inside and most tables are structured for 4 people or less but there are a few for larger parties. It's a great location and we'll definitely be back!

So worth the 55$... the service was fantastic. You order from your phone and they bring everything out almost immediately and you can get to cooking. You can order 6 kinds of meats every 6 minutes. Unlimited sides like kimchi, fries, gyoza, edamame, etc. They even have unlimited soda. It's a really seamless process but if I could say one thing is that it seemed like the grills weren't super high heat so it felt longer than usual to cook. Either way 10/10 loved it!

new ayce bbq meat place in milpitas lion square plaza, replaced the restaurant in the middle where the hotpot place was. Two options available for ayce tiers of 35 for angus prime or 55 for wagyu ayce. The open flame grill was nice and the meat quality was there with marbled meat and different variations of wagyu. So many options of meat!! Ordering was super convenient thru qr ordering system after the first round that you can order w server directly. The miso eggplant was a bit too burnt and mushy for me not what I expected so didn't like it and wouldn't order again due to texture. I liked the variety of sauce options they had and how some of the sauces were on the table side. Wish they had more venting though, inside was quite smoky and went home smelling like bbq meat. Overall I would come here again as the meat was good and liked it!! Felt like it was worth it for the quality of meat and options!

So I went here two times already, first time i tried their standard price items and the second time i tried premium. I have to say the premium is definitely worth the price. I would come back here again. I really like their appetizers. You can start your order with 6 items and then afterward continue to add more items to your table. You will have an 1.5 hours as soon as you sit down- so entire party has to be there to be seated. The place is a bit loud because everyone is talking to each other and having a great time. It was overall a good experience.

Came here at lunch time on a Friday and the place is not busy. The real entrance is actually in the back which is kinda weird because all the handicap parking spots are in front. The interior is kinda basic and dark. Some spots of the floor were greasy, so please be careful. The three of us went with the signature menu. We tried a variety of meats: Thin Cut Beef Brisket, Spicy Miso Beef Shoulder Cut, Garlic Beef Belly, Ushiya Signature Sauced Top Blade, Salt and Pepper Finger Rib, Pork Jowl, Garlic Pork Belly, and Salt and Pepper Shrimp. We also got their Clam Miso Soup, Lettuce Wrap, and Agedashi Tofu. Food was ordered using a QR code and came out rather quickly. As other yelpers have pointed out, they do not label their meats and do not at least tell you what they are when they deliver your order. I took pictures and asked the waitress. Service was okay, it wasn't hard to flag our waitress down since it wasn't busy. The Spicy Miso Beef was tasty but not spicy at all. I liked the Garlic Beef Belly, the Pork Jowl, the Salt and Pepper Finger Rib, and the Salt and Pepper Shrimp. The Agedashi Tofu was also very good. Overall meat quality was average. Being from Las Vegas where there are several very decent AYCE BBQ restaurants, this is not quite at the same level.

With the Chubby Cattle empire taking over SoCal, I'm surprised that NorCal doesn't have an equivalent of one yet (though I do know that a Mikiya exists), but if you want your wagyu ayce BBQ needs settled, this is the place the to go! The plaza is disgustingly busy, since there's so many eateries there, so depending on the night, you may have to circle a couple times. My boyfriend put our party of 3 on a waitlist and we had to wait around 8:15 PM to be seated but in the mean time we were doing something else, which was perfect. I know there was a slew of chairs in the lobby waiting area for people to wait at. Compared to other wagyu AYCE places that I've seen (Chubby Cattle, Hibiki in SoCal, it's not very decorated), outside from the waiting area wall behind the cashier, some of the door walkways, and what's hanging from the ceilings. Though, I guess that makes sense since they're trying to pack as many people in. Everything is ordered via a QR code at the table and you keep adding it to your check out cart. It's limited 6 items per round, but they come out pretty quickly. We were also able to flag down servers for when we needed more water or sauces. Our grill plate was also changed throughout the night, however, it was swapped to a disposable one. Makes sense since it probably takes an eternity to wash the original ones. All of us did the Signature Menu, which was $35.99. Not bad for AYCE, especially if it's wagyu, AND in the Bay Area. We ordered almost 1 of everything except for the chicken and thicker cuts as we were close to the last call for orders and closing. Big fan of the differently flavored beef shoulder cuts and the intestines aren't bad (bf is a big fan). The other cuts weren't bad either, ranging from tender shoulder, pork collar steak, and the thin pork belly. Brisket is brisket no matter where you get it, but I did notice that the second order had way more slices than the first, but overall, no big deal since it shrunk very, very small. Before coming here we were gazing through the menu and we were planning on ordering the wasabi mayo cabbage salad, the sesonal veggie namul, and some other dishes, but they weren't available on the app, so I guess those will come later. As for appetizers we did get, the takoyaki came out room temperature (meh...), chicken karaage was decent, and you can never go wrong with corn cheese or their veggie pancake. I think my only other issue was how oily and slippery random parts of the restaurant were, like where I was sitting even before I got there. Could easily get game ended. In a world of the Chubby Cattle Empire, this isn't a bad stop, especially at the price point.

From the moment we sat down, the service was attentive and quick. The real star, though? The premium set ($55 per person). The premium set had lots of wagyu cuts. I usually love brisket, but when it comes to wagyu, the ultimate choice had to be the Wagyu short rib due to its tenderness, packed with flavor. You can taste the quality in every bite. The other meats were okay, I didn't feel like Ushiya lived up to the hype. They offer a great variety beyond just wagyu too--appetizers like karage chicken and takoyakj as well as vegetables to grill like zucchini and mushroom. These complement the meal well, but was mediocre. The takoyaki was mushy and lacked octopus. The chicken karage was slightly dry. One of the things I would hope to see is more variety of sauces and veggies. Nonetheless, I thought this place was a good choice for my family and I to try, but I don't think it'll be our first choice for wagyu.

Came here twice in one week because it was SOOO GOOD I had to come back for more. Got the premium both times so I can't speak for the signature menu but the wagyu harami skirt steak and wagyu zabuton were some of my faves aside from brisket, tongue and beef intestine. The zabuton was a thick cut of beef that was so tender like filet mignon, wish I discovered it before the tail-end of the meal lol so soooo good. Some AYCE bbq places have low quality appetizers but not here, the appetizers were actually tasty and worth getting. The appetizers I'd recommend as a must-order would be the squid kaarage and tako wasabi. The chicken kaarage, takoyaki and gyoza were good as well. Miso clam soup was alright, came out lukewarm and had one clam in it. Definitely get the sauce combo (jalapeño, garlic and ssamjang). Make reservations ahead of time if possible. If not, join the Yelp waitlist, which is very helpful so you can follow your spot on the list. On Father's Day, I joined the waitlist around 4 pm and was seated at 6 pm lol. Don't make the mistake of coming without checking the Yelp waitlist. The only negative about this place is you can feel a bit rushed. 1.5 hour sitting time seems a bit lame and short, and they'll make sure to do last call and bring out the bill right when your time is up lol. Thankfully they brought out the meat really quickly, much faster than the appetizers during my experience. Good service and music. Great ventilation system, my dad was very impressed that it wasn't smoky lol. 10/10 recommend, this will be my new spot when I want to indulge!!!

Went to Ushiya Grill with a group of four and had a great time. We ordered the Premium set ($55 per person) and for what you get, it's honestly a solid deal. The standouts were the wagyu brisket, pork belly, and short ribs--all super tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. We also split a pitcher of beer, which was a great add-on and paired really well with the meats. The beef tongue wasn't really for me--not bad, just not something I'd order again. The spot is pretty small, but the dark, clean ambiance makes it feel cozy. It's definitely a nice place to eat in a group setting--plenty of laughs, good food, and a relaxed vibe. We came during the last hour before closing and the staff was super friendly and didn't rush us at all.

This rating would be a 3.5. I love that JBBQ is getting its recognition now. Loved the Japanese sounds that were blasting at this place, they were certified anime bangers. IMO I think getting the regular menu is more than enough. I do appreciate how this restaurant still offers some Korean cuts as well such as pork jowl. I thought that their jowl was cut alittle too thin and short though when it's a fatty and meaty piece at the same time. Some cuts had really good marbling while some cuts were tough/chewy. I liked that they offered intestines because I don't know a lot of AYCE places that offer it besides yakiniku. Service was good, the waitress we had took good care of us. I would honestly say that their side dishes are really good. Loved getting the tofu and fried croquette. I wish they offered udon so you can make your own tempura udon!

Excellent service ... excellent food.. clean and Very good ambiance... I highly recommend

I've been seeing this place all over social media so I was excited to finally try it. We made a reservation for four on a Sunday at 4:30 PM in order to beat the dinner crowd. *Note* the next available time wasn't until 8 PM. So yeah, it's definitely popular. We got seated right away. Everything is ordered through a QR code so there's no dedicated server. A staff member came by fairly quickly once we were seated to explain how it all works. We went with the $55 per person AYCE option, which includes American and Aussie Wagyu, plus everything from the $35 Angus Prime/Choice menu. If you're into delicious meat, it's worth it! The meat quality was better than expected, but portions were pretty small so we found ourselves ordering constantly. Since grilling takes a bit of time and there's a 90-minute limit, you really have to stay on top of it if you want to make the most of it. Rough estimate - it took about 5-10 minutes to receive an order once placed. The trays come out in bulk. Even without a dedicated server, service was super efficient. Raise your hand and someone shows up pretty quickly. Food and drinks came out relatively fast. In fact, so fast that we weren't even sure if we were missing anything because the trays just kept coming. The staff knows their stuff when it comes to the cuts and they're happy to explain IF you ask. That said, I wish they'd label the trays somehow (like 10 Butchers!). We ended up with about 10 different plates of meat stacked in front of us at any given time with no clue what was what. Something simple like a name tag or printed card would help a lot. Maybe even a visual guide. As our 90 minutes were wrapping up, one of the staff gave us a heads-up that last call was coming soon and later came back with the check. No pressure. Simply a polite reminder which was nice (as compared to Mikiya). The total came out to $253.77 for the four of us, including the AYCE and one bottle of soju. Would I come back? Probably. But just for a special night out. It's a fun experience and the meat quality is great, but the hype made me expect a little more for the price. TLDR: * Super fast and responsive service *Food and drinks come out quick * Great quality meat and solid selection * Small portions = more time grilling, less time eating * Would be helpful if meat trays were labeled I couldn't upload and label every single cut for obvious reasons, but hopefully this gives you a good idea of the portion sizes and helps set expectations

Food was so good, I forgot to take a photo while I was eating! I was so focused on the rounds of meat that it took all my attention. Definitely recommend this spot if you're in the area and need a good night out for food. I suggest Premium Menu, just go for it!

New establishment, clean, neat, Fast service with great energy and positive attitude. Lots of quality of meat selection, love the open fire grill yields extra fav. Enough food and side dishes for all. Table is wide enough for our non stop constant orders. Will definitely go back and refer to friends. QR code order with phone was easy but best to have pictures like in Japan for people like me who can't tell between shoulder vs belly vs blade vs sirloin.

*LOCATION* This is a new ACYE Japanese bbq restaurant, conveniently located in a decent-sized plaza with free parking. There's several other restaurants and shops that share the same lot. *WAIT TIME* Hubs and I actually visited a few weeks ago when it first opened! We had heard that the line can be super crazy during peak times so we decided to visit for a randomly early dinner on a Saturday ~4pm. It was still pretty packed inside but the wait was only ~10 minutes for the two of us. *FOOD* We opted to try the premium wagyu menu that's $55/person. This was our first time here so we had expected the waiter to go through the menu with us but he just told us to look at the tablet. We looked through the tablet at the various menu items and saw that non-alcoholic beverages were included! We placed our first order for a few meats, 2 sodas and 2 beers. -Meats: some of the meats were chunky and unevenly cut, wagyu should always be in slices that show off the marbling! -Appetizers: raw meat was half frozen, cheese corn was just ok, eggplant was not bad but way too big, agedashi tofu was good until it got too soggy -Non-alcoholic beverages: decent selection -Beers: cheap and refreshing :) *SERVICE* The experience would have been nicer if the waiter explained the menu (and that drinks are included) and told us which meats they were bringing out each time (we literally had to guess what was what). The meats all came out quickly but a lot of them were cut into weird chunks (instead of slices), making it difficult to cook evenly. In addition, there didn't seem to be a streamlined process of who brought out what and we had to ask two different waiters for our drinks. The waiters also asked us if we had placed the drink orders on the tablet, which we had already done in the beginning! *AMBIENCE* Overall, we were lowkey disappointed with this meal. For a premium wagyu experience, I would expect better service and quality of meats. For the time limit, I think the menu said 90-minute but the tablet showed 75-minutes(?), which I definitely don't think is enough time. We got lucky though because we weren't rushed at all. Our waiter actually seemed to have forgotten about us toward the end of the meal so we stayed for almost 120-minutes without anyone checking in on us. Maybe our waiter went on break because we couldn't find him at all when we were trying to get the bill. Not the best impression of this place but they're probably still trying to work things out!

very good service!! And the meat is delicious! Very recommend, everything is sooo good and people are so nice! I will come here again

I've gotta say - I'm a sucker for grilled meat, miso soup, and kimchi! This place offers that, and more! The premium menu was exceptional, and I love that a (soft, refillable) drink was included. The wagyu was so soft and of great quality, which made it enjoyable with the kimchi. I also enjoyed the sauce that was provided and couldn't get enough of it. It added great flavor to the meat - but it was already great on its own! The kimchi had a nice crunch, was a tad sweet and vinegary - as how (I think) it should be! I think our server didn't check in on much compared to the runners, which got everything out so fast and were quick to follow up on missing items and drink refills. And when they weren't sure, they had asked someone and followed up. The takoyaki was a nice treat, and I think that was probably my favorite appetizer. I also love the flexibility to order on a device after scanning the QR code for the menu. We didn't overdo it, and they were very strict on the 90 minute, which I thought was fair because that was plenty of time for us to get our fill in and not feel rushed. Seating was spacious and definitely didn't look like the previous restaurants that were there. It's a great place for a hang out with friends or a family dinner but not so much an intimate date because it does get loud during dinner time. Definitely on one of my rotation for Japanese bbq!

I feel like this was all about the instagram influencer hype. Came here with a group of friends wanting to try the latest hyped wagyu bbq spot and left a bit disappointed. The good: - They take reservations - It's a big space - AYCE The bad: - Pricier than some of the other wagyu bbq spots - Not very many sides that you can enjoy - Meat quality didn't look like all wagyu - If you have a party of 6, you are sharing one grill The waitstaff was nice and the meats came out at a decent pace, but the meats didn't come out all looking like they were great cuts of wagyu. I'd have to wait for the hype to die down again to try, but I'd probably opt for a different wagyu experience elsewhere.

Came here for an early Mother's Day celebration to beat the Sunday rush--and we're so glad we did! I was really excited to try this place. One great feature: you can add yourself to the waitlist through Yelp and see your spot in real time. Super convenient. We didn't have to wait long, but had just enough time to browse the nearby shops while we waited for our table. We opted for the Premium Menu since we wanted to enjoy all the Wagyu options--and it was definitely worth it. There were several sauces on the table; I personally liked the fruity one, which was packed with flavor. My daughter preferred the miso sauce, though it wasn't my favorite. The meats were excellent--tender, flavorful, and high quality. Some standout dishes included: * Takoyaki and squid tempura - a table favorite! Crispy, well-seasoned, and very tasty. * Corn cheese - not bad, though we didn't eat too much of it so we could save room for the meats. * Kimchi - I thought it was good, but my family found it a little too spicy. * Agedashi tofu - just okay. * Clam miso soup - very good; full of flavor and comforting. As for the meats, our favorites were: * Premium tongue - tender and delicious. * Wagyu tri-tip and wagyu hanging tender - both rich, melts in your mouth A nice bonus: fountain sodas are included in the price, which was a great touch. The only thing missing? Dessert. It would've been the perfect way to end the meal. All in all, we had a great experience and would definitely come back--especially for a special occasion.

My friends and I had a great time at Ushiya! We went for the higher tier AYCE and the meat quality was pretty good! I also LOVED the beef tartare. The options are quite vast, and the sides are plenty. I do wish that they had more sauce options, and the grill also made the meat stuck. Perhaps some extra beef fat or butter would have been useful. Service was great from start to finish! Very informative, attentive, and kind. The place itself was super spacious and when we went, the floors were not slippery + it was well ventilated. Would come back again for a little splurge!

My party of 4 joined the Yelp waitlist on a Friday evening at 6:45pm and we were #45 in line. We were seated around 8:35pm, so definitely be prepared to join the Yelp waitlist ahead of time and expect a wait during busy hours. We went for the premium menu which was $55/person. We tried just about everything on the menu. My favorites were the Wagyu brisket and the Wagyu short rib. A few of them were skippable, like the beef tongue which was too chewy and the raw wagyu yukke. We also enjoyed the takoyaki and other sides that were included with the ayce. I was hoping they'd have the wagyu beef don but all of the don options were "coming soon". Ushiya was good to try once for the experience, but overall I wasn't super mindblown given the hype around this spot.

I saw this place go viral on socials and wanted to try, but I was pretty disappointed. We went on the waitlist and when they texted us to check in at the front, they made us wait another 30-40 minutes to get seated. This is probably the worst pork belly I've ever had in an AYCE barbecue. The quality of their meat were very low quality. The rice was also very bad - almost inedible. Too much water and lowkey undercooked.

Food: My ranking is Wagyu brisket, 10/10. Wagyu finger rib 9.5/10 Wagyu short rib: 9.3/10 Wagyu Harami steak 9/10 All other Wagyu averagely 8-9 Appetizers, I only like the salad and grilled eggplant. Drinks: most of the drinks are free. Service: pretty fast delivery on each round. Problem of losing 1 star, very inaccurate on estimating waiting time . You need to put your name almost 2.5 -3 hrs in advance for a table. Hard to plan or schedule anything. If you want to eat here, forget your other plan that night. We put our name before 5 PM and eventually sit down around 8 PM on Saturday night.

The girls and I were looking for a new spot to enjoy a meal and we all unanimously voted for this spot. We arrived and parking was an absolute disaster. After several circles I opted for street parking but found the parking lot behind the building and parked there. I walked up to the restaurant which used to be a tk noodle or at least the signage says. The girls had already been waiting 15 minutes and we waited another 10 minutes when I got there. Once our table was ready we got seated. Someone came over to explain how to order and take our drink order. We decided for the premium meats. Everything came out quickly and smoothly. The meats were delicious. The sides were fresh. The service was efficient. Water refills would of been great but I did have my soda and it was included unlike other places. I absolutely enjoyed everything and would come back again. Parking is chaotic so prepare accordingly. Bathroom is just one stall and clean and tidy in there. Space is clean and spacious. Perfect for 4 people. We did see a space that might hold larger groups but didn't look like a booth setting. All in all a great meal.

DELICIOUS !! This place was super nice inside and had a lot of seats for people waiting. We opted for the signature menu and it was a good starter menu. It had all the necessities, but I will definitely come back to try their premium menu to try their wagyu next time. Waiter was super friendly and attentive. We ordered on our phones thru the QR code, and the dishes came out super fast.

I highly recommend making a reservation before coming in, otherwise be prepared to wait about an hour. It gets packed, and parking can be a bit of a hassle. We went with the premium option at $55 per person, and it was absolutely worth it! We only ordered the Wagyu cuts, and every piece was incredibly tender with beautiful marbling. The side dishes were tiny!!! Like, you could literally count how many pieces of radish were on the plate. Maybe the idea is to let you try it first and then order more? But still, the servings were REALLY small. LMAO The soda machine was out of order that day, but they let us bring in outside drinks, which was super considerate. We grabbed some Coke from the Walgreens next door, and they even gave us glasses with ice. Honestly, I found it kind of funny but appreciated the flexibility Service was fast, you order from your phone via QR code provided at the table, and everything comes out within three minutes. Super efficient. The space itself is pretty small, especially considering all the hype they've been getting on social media. Hopefully, they're thinking of expanding. It wasn't squeaky clean, but it was decent. The beef tartare was *chef's kiss!* That one stood out the most. But honestly, all the Wagyu cuts were phenomenal. I'm definitely coming back. :)

The restaurant is pretty small inside, and it's located in a plaza with a lot of boba spots and a lion market, so parking can get pretty tough during prime time dinner on the weekends. We came here once on a weeknight and it was fine. I highly suggest making reservations. Everyone must be present to be seated. You can also put your name down on the waitlist, so check the times. The first time I was here, the wait list was over 2 hours long. But they take their time limit seriously which helps people move along and open tables up. I've been here twice now, both times with different groups of people and ordered different things. I have to say, it is worth the extra money to do all you can eat wagyu cuts. After all, that's what they're famous for. The regular menu items are pretty meh with tiny portions and thin cuts that stick to the grill. Trust me on this and just opt for premium AYCE wagyu. The Wagyu cuts were a little thicker and packed with flavor. I love their marinated short ribs. Their beef tartar is really delicious. Surprisingly, I really liked their agedashi tofu since it's fried. Nice and crispy, and my basic ass also liked their garlic fries because of how extra crispy our fries came out. Not sure if it was on purpose though considering how busy they were. You can never go wrong with brisket, even if you're a little on the full side. I do think a lot of their meats are cut on the thinner side, so a lot of things just stick to the grill and eventually gets burnt. But some of the wagyu cuts are the perfect thickness and juiciness. The portions are small, which is good to try all the different meats, but once you figure out ones you like more, get ready to order a lot of plates for it. You really can't go wrong or say anything bad about Wagyu meats, especially if it's all you can eat.

Tried out this place for an occasion and was quite satisfied with the whole experience! My party got their premium menu of AYCE, where you order everything from sides to meats to drinks via iPad. Usually your order items come quickly, though it may take a while if really busy. It is self-grill, but staff will frequently change out your grill for you. The meats and food overall are high quality and would definitely recommend trying this place out. Make sure to get in queue via Yelp beforehand! I queued on Yelp with a 20-30 minutes wait and then left for the restaurant, by the time I looked at the queue upon arriving it was 60-80 minutes wait! Majority of people are doing this versus queueing upon arrival.

I came here with my bf after a long day. there was no wait when we came and we were seated quickly. sadly that day their soda machine was broken. meat is very high quality, it's just kinda hard figuring out what meats were what. we ordered a couple things and one time we asked what if was since it was so good. we were told the wrong item and we never got to try the meat again. there were alot of servers but for some reason my server never checked in on us, we were missing tongs to cook with when all our meats came out. . we had to flag them down multiple times before they came over. they just opened so i understand if they are still trying to get the hang of things.

I went here around 4pm on Sunday and was seated quick. The place gets pretty full around 5 but there's a bunch of seating so I'd assume the wait isn't that long. It was pretty hot out so I assumed there would be some AC inside but i was like sweating inside and didn't really feel it. The meat was pretty good! I liked the brisket and pork cheek the most. I never had the intestines full and thick like that so that was interesting to cut it up and it was mostly fat. It was $40 after tax tip for AYCE for lunch. I would come back again since it's close to me but wouldn't go out of the way for it.

This AYCE bbq spot has been all over my feed and I heard that their weekend wait times get crazy - and now I understood why! There are two available tiers - signature menu for $35 and premium menu with wagyu for $55. And there are 11 wagyu cuts to choose from and the meat quality is premium. Plus, their fruity soy sauce is very addicting. My favorite meat cut was the wagyu short rib, and that alone, is worth the trip! Totally recommend coming earlier, and opt for the premium menu! Ushiya took over what once used to be a hotpot restaurant. The restaurant is quite big with modern interior. Service was also ok. It's in a plaza with parking spaces!

I just ate here today and everything was so good. The meat quality is honestly one of the best I've had at an AYCE place. Super fresh and tender, especially the wagyu. Everything came out really fast too, we didn't have to wait long for anything. The corn cheese was amazing, really flavorful and creamy. I also liked how the whole place felt cozy but still fun. Staff was friendly and the service was quick and smooth. Definitely worth the price. I'll for sure come back again.