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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ is an authentic Japanese restaurant located on Arizona Avenue. They offer a yakiniku dining experience where customers cook premium meats over a flaming charcoal grill. While Gyu-Kaku participates in seasonal events, they also have a year-round menu with standout dishes such as Matcha Pancakes and give diners a chance to win dining credits by posting about their meals on social media.

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06/22/2026

Meat Lover's Course 🥩

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06/20/2026

Don't sleep on our take-out! Made with love.

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Cheers to Dads!Show your love for dad and cook for them.We'll do all the prep work and the cleanup.$17.50 Kirin Pitchers...
06/19/2026

Cheers to Dads!
Show your love for dad and cook for them.
We'll do all the prep work and the cleanup.

$17.50 Kirin Pitchers or $30 (or less) Kirin Tower
At about $3.50 a mug - perfect for parties of 2 or more

Featured courses that offer savings of up to 20% a la carte prices!

Special Gift Offer to Mobile App Members
Dine with us and get $10 off a future visit

Available until June 29, while supplies last at participating locations.

06/18/2026

Lunch Date? 🥰

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06/16/2026

Cheers!

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06/14/2026

Time to FLIP!

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🔥 Father’s Day is better around the grill.Celebrate Dad at Gyu-Kaku with group-friendly BBQ courses that can save up to ...
06/12/2026

🔥 Father’s Day is better around the grill.

Celebrate Dad at Gyu-Kaku with group-friendly BBQ courses that can save up to 20% compared to ordering à la carte. Pair your feast with $17.50 Kirin Pitchers or Kirin Beer Towers for $30 or less at participating locations. 🍻

Plus, Mobile App members will receive a $10 OFF $40 reward for a future visit (valid 6/29/26–9/4/26).

Bring the whole family and make Father’s Day a delicious one.

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06/12/2026

Beautifully Marbled 😍

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06/10/2026

Amazing lunch choice!

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Fried Cheese Wontons! YUM!pc:
06/08/2026

Fried Cheese Wontons! YUM!

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It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that our Gyu-Kaku Santa Monica location is officially closing with our f...
12/22/2025

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that our Gyu-Kaku Santa Monica location is officially closing with our final date of operation on Friday, December 26, 2025.

We want to sincerely thank our incredible guests and our amazing team for the years of support, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Serving the Santa Monica community has been an honor, and we are deeply grateful to everyone who dined with us, celebrated with us, and made this location so special.

We apologize for any inconvenience this closure may cause and warmly invite you to continue enjoying Gyu-Kaku at our other Southern California locations, or at any of our restaurants across North America and around the world.

From all of us, thank you for being part of our journey.

Much love,
The Gyu-Kaku Santa Monica Team

Pssst... You still have time to join us for Dine LA before it ends Aug 8th! Step out and savor our delicious prix-fixe...
08/01/2025

Pssst... You still have time to join us for Dine LA before it ends Aug 8th! Step out and savor our delicious prix-fixe menu today.

Dine LA is HERE! We’re serving the best bites this summer! From Jul 25th–Aug 8th, grab yourseat for . Tables are going ...
07/25/2025

Dine LA is HERE! We’re serving the best bites this summer! From Jul 25th–Aug 8th, grab your
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Participating Locations: Beverly Hills, Burbank, Downtown LA, West LA, Pasadena, Sherman Oaks, Santa Monica, & Torrance.

Mark your calendars and grab your friends! is back Jul 25th –Aug 8th!Join us as we turn up the heat on our grills and ...
07/18/2025

Mark your calendars and grab your friends! is back Jul 25th –Aug 8th!
Join us as we turn up the heat on our grills and indulge in summer flavors with
our prix-fixe menu!



Participating Locations: Beverly Hills, Burbank, Downtown LA, Pasadena, West LA, Sherman Oaks, Santa Monica, & Torrance.

LAST CHANCE!! Dine LA Restaurant Week ends on 2/7! Don't miss out on an unforgettable meal you won't regret! Participati...
02/05/2025

LAST CHANCE!! Dine LA Restaurant Week ends on 2/7! Don't miss out on an unforgettable meal you won't regret!

Participating Locations: Beverly Hills, Burbank, Downtown Los Angeles, West Los Angeles, Pasadena, Sherman Oaks, Santa Monica, Torrance, Valencia, & Cerritos.



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Dine LA is Officially starts TOMORROW 1/24!! Make sure you visit our participating locations before it ends 2/7 so you d...
01/23/2025

Dine LA is Officially starts TOMORROW 1/24!! Make sure you visit our participating locations before it ends 2/7 so you don't miss out on our delicious foods!

Participating Locations include: Beverly Hills, Burbank, Downtown Los Angeles, West Los Angeles, Pasadena, Sherman Oaks, Santa Monica, Torrance, Valencia, & Cerritos.



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Mark your calendars! Dine LA Restaurant Week starts 1/24-2/7! You won't want to miss out on our tasty menu options! pc:...
01/16/2025

Mark your calendars! Dine LA Restaurant Week starts 1/24-2/7! You won't want to miss out on our tasty menu options!



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Mark your calendars for Dine LA which starts next Friday 1/24 - 2/7! You don't wanna miss out on our delicious menus. p...
01/15/2025

Mark your calendars for Dine LA which starts next Friday 1/24 - 2/7! You don't wanna miss out on our delicious menus.



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Psssst... you still have time to join us before DineLA ends on July 26th! Stop by our Beverly Hills, Burbank, DTLA, West...
07/20/2024

Psssst... you still have time to join us before DineLA ends on July 26th! Stop by our Beverly Hills, Burbank, DTLA, West Los Angeles, Pasadena, Sherman Oaks, Santa Monica, or Torrance locations. Make sure you make a reservation before seats run out!

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Address

231 Arizona Avenue
Santa Monica, CA
90404

To get to the Japanese restaurant on Arizona Avenue in Santa Monica, you can take Public Transit by getting off at the Downtown Santa Monica Metro station and walking to the location. You can also drive and park in a nearby parking garage, which is located on 4th St between Broadway and Arizona Ave.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9:45pm
Tuesday 11am - 9:45pm
Wednesday 11am - 9:45pm
Thursday 11am - 9:45pm
Friday 11am - 10:15pm
Saturday 11am - 10:15pm
Sunday 11am - 9:45pm

Telephone

+1 424-744-8220

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What people say

Japanese restaurants are known for their delicious and unique cuisine, and Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ on Arizona Avenue in Santa Monica is no exception. This restaurant offers an authentic yakiniku experience, allowing customers to grill their own meat at the table.

One of the standout dishes at Gyu-Kaku is the Garlic Edamame appetizer. It's a customer favorite for good reason - the edamame is topped with a generous sprinkle of savory garlic seasoning, making it a flavorful and nutritious way to start your meal. The Gyu-Sushi appetizer is also highly recommended.

But the real star of the show at Gyu-Kaku is the meat. From tender A5 Wagyu Chuck to sweet and savory Sukiyaki Bone-in Kalbi, there's something for every meat lover here. And don't forget about the BBQ Booster dips - they add an extra layer of flavor to your meal.

Overall, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ provides a fun and delicious dining experience that's perfect for groups or families. So if you're looking for a unique Japanese restaurant in Santa Monica, be sure to make a reservation at Gyu-Kaku!

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