Zaid was great food is always good sometimes waiters don't wear gloves and that grosses me out but zaid was professional and very nice. Only thing is I wish they had better ventilation read more

Service: EXCELLENT Food: Melt in your mouth delicious Ambiance: Unique, fun, and original Aftermath: ... 3 Hours! I'd do it again though read more

Chubby Cattle - Grillmaster Jacob serving up sensations - Barbeque Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It was a tasty experience! Service was super quick. Our Server Suki was friendly, helpful and made the dining experience amazing! read more

Our friends invited us out on a Sunday night , we've never heard of this place before but decided to give it a try and glad we did! This place is located in Chinatown. Parking is usually difficult from my previous experiences as it's always very busy, but we got lucky on this day with close parking. There are multiple parking lots so I advise checking around and you should be good. But once we got in the vibe was very cool as it's dark but has these neon lights which give the place an awesome look. We were seated in the upstairs area which is nice as well, but getting drinks is actually downstairs anywhere they have all kinds of Milk Teas, Jasmine and a Samurai flavor. I thought both tasted very good, the Jasmine to me was more subtle and could drink a little more as milk tea isn't my favorite. I do recommend trying since you are paying a good amount on this experience, but they also have juice (lemonade and Orange Juice), as well as sodas. But we got seated quickly, and our server was really great and gave us a lot of insights on what to order since we were all new here. But we ended up picking the Gold Menu so we could try more of the menu. But I would say there is a big price difference I believe Silver is $55 and Gold is $75 per person. The difference being some wagyu items you get to try. But to me the big difference of this place compared to other Korean or Asian BBQ is the Sushi! We tried pretty much all the hand rolls and Nigiri. I liked the Yellowtail Jalapeño and the Unagi Avocado. A side I enjoyed a lot was the Rice Soup, as it kinda gave me a birria flavor with rice and meat and was perfect for this cold day. If you're still hungry they do have an ice cream section by the drinks. They have chocolate, vanilla or a swirl of both. All were tasty! Overall this place was so good! While it can be pricey I think it's well worth the price, and I don't think you can wrong with the silver package either. Great place to celebrate something, like an anniversary, a graduation, a date night, or just want some great food with friends. I would love to come back once I'm over this beef and sushi food coma lol read more

Chubby Cattle - Our table of 4 - Barbeque Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Such a yummy spot with a good selection of meats as well as nigiri and handrolls too! I've been here twice and both times were good experiences. You order on the iPad at your table and the food comes out pretty quick. There's also a self serve milk tea/drink/soft serve spot in the front which is nice! Honestly a solid spot to eat at while you're in Chinatown!! read more

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We loved the gold package but it was very expensive. The quality was very good though. The service was good and we had a lovely waitress during my boyfriend's birthday dinner. Favorite items were the lamp chop and steaks. All of the marbled beef was fantastic. We didn't enjoy the beef tongue and the worst part was our reservation was 8:30 but they weren't able to seat us until 9:15 because of people overstaying at the tables.. it wasn't fun. read more

lame ass restaurant have ambiguous description/ It charges 10 dollars more for each order of a certain kind of wagyu beef. Excuse me, this is an all you can eat restaurant. Waiter pretends like he doesn't know basic english and grammar. Tip -10. At least he was nice overall. beef quality ok, but not as good as its other stores in LA. Lack of non-beef selection, no eel! And they didn't have this 10 dollar beef dish in LA either. Scam greedy ass restaurant. read more

This was my first time trying Chubby Cattle, and my partner and I went all out with the Gold tier option. Since I don't live near a Chubby Cattle, I wanted to make the most of the experience. Our server, Ryan, was fantastic--super attentive and took the time to explain all the rules we needed to know. I really enjoyed the self-serve drink area, which had a great selection, including canned sodas and milk teas. While the Gold tier was a solid choice, there are some limitations, so it's worth reading the details carefully before deciding. Overall, the experience was great, though I do wish the Gold tier allowed for a bit more food! read more

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This place is one of my favorite if I am trying to spend a little more! The foods always fresh and you can tell the quality cuts of meat. I'll definitely come back for my birthday. The staff is always so attentive. Will be coming back for a special occasion! read more

Like some of the reviews I can completely agree the quality of meats, fish, and side dishes were great. Definitely enjoyed the salmon sashimi the night that we came. I completely understand it was the dinner, but the level of service that we received as just a party of 2 was okay. When we were seated we waited a solid 15min before someone came up to us and greeted us and explained everything that needed to be explained. Took a long time for the meats to come out once order was placed on the tablet. Like some people said some side dishes were missing so we had to order it multiple times just to get it. I wouldn't say ignored us, but we never got checked up on by the waited to see if we were doing okay at least once, but again i understand the dinner rush. With that, checking out was kind of a pain since we were ready to leave and our waiter no where to be found for some time. Also only 2 canned soda options at the time. I think coming to chubby cattle during a non-rush time would be great, would recommend read more

The food was amazing! The thinly sliced, soft meats was a hit among the elderly in our group that don't have strong teeth to chew. The marinated meats were flavorful. The sushi were well presented and had substantial pieces of fish. I was impressed by the "AYCE system". We select the tier (available set choices) for the table. Everyone at the table has to select the same tier. Although we opted for the silver tier (lowest tier), we were happy with the selection of meats/sushi/sides. We sent orders to the kitchen using the provided ipad. Once you send the first order, the timer starts for your 90 min limit. You are allowed to send about 10 items at a time at ~7 min intervals. I was happily surprised the servers were friendly, attentive and prompt despite how busy the restaurant was. Absolutely make a reservation. The place was bustling! When we arrived the wait for walk-ins was 90 mins. The tables were tightly fitted into each dining area. Our table was along the back wall on the second floor. It definitely felt cramped, especially since the bench along the wall had armrests so it was very difficult to get in and out of the seat. At the end of our dining, I really liked the "To-Go" station where you could take a milk tea, drink and/or snack on the way out. The milk tea was very sweet, but had a delightful floral taste. Pretty sure we left Chubby Cattle a little chubbier, but it was worth it! read more

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was able to get a reservation for 2 on saturday for a birthday dinner and we tried the gold tier option for $75pp. the options that came with the gold tier i think were worth it to try because they were so good and definitely one of the highlights of the meal. there was a large range of variety to the rest of the menu which were good like the sushi while some cuts of meat we did find to be really chewy. we really like the ipad system, but at the beginning many of the things we ordered never came. unfortunately, they are relatively strict on their 70 min order and 90 min dining time. they gave soft reminders towards the end and even helping us cook our food faster when we overstayed. however, the service is here is pretty nice and everyone is pleasant. we had ryan as our server and he was great. really enjoyed the included drinks and tasty soft serve at the end! read more

Great friendly service. Drink bar and desserts are free. Eat at your own risk because Wagyu is fatty and there's only so much of it your stomach can take haha. Not the best quality beef but a good value for what you get. Conveniently located in Chinatown. They run a membership program if you come more than once it is worth getting. read more

I treated my friend to lunch. We had a party of three. Service could be better. As first timers we didn't get a good explanation of the drinks, desserts etc. also the servers didn't know what meat cuts they were delivering to our table so we didn't know what we were eating and if we liked it or not. Food quality was good. We overordered though and were very stuffed trying to finish everything and luckily we did! Haha Overall worth going again but I wish it wasn't as expensive. We got the gold menu but might try the silver next time. read more

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Service was great and fast despite the restaurant being busy and our server explained everything thoroughly/was attentive. Place can feel a bit chaotic and crowded though. We opted for the gold tier to get the special meats and I'd say those specifically are worth it. The sauces/salt they provide complement the meat very well. The meat is also pretty good just on its own. However, the rest of the menu items/side dishes were so so. In fact, I'd skip the sushi entirely. read more

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I freaking love chubby cattle. I was so excited when I found out the chubby group was opening restaurants in Chicago. I was following them when they started Niku X and X Pot in California, and was super stoked to have one close by. Their meat quality is amazing. Can't go wrong with wagyu. I also don't feel nasty or bad after eating all that meat, so I know the quality is great! They also have an all you can drink milk tea bar! The service is okay. It can get super busy and sometimes the wrong order goes on our tables, but mistakes happen! Also it's worth it to be a Chubby Member! I can't wait for their chubby skewers location. read more

We tried gold tier and were not disappointed. A5 Miyazaki Wagyu Ootoro, Short Ribs & Chuck Ribeye Wagyu Uni Caviar Nigiri Australian Wagyu M8-9 with Egg Iberico Pork & Pork Belly Wagyu Brisket, Ribeye Steak & Short Rib Nigiri, Handrolls & Carpaccio Milk Tea stations Etc etc All the beef and pork from the limited tier to the ayce options were delicious. Staff cooked the A5 wagyu to perfection. We loved the Wagyu uni caviar nigiri. Sushi was solid. Nigiri was a step above ayce quality and I appreciate they didn't drown the handrolls in sauce. Tom yum soup flavor was on point. Jasmine milk tea was fragrant and textbook. Sides/veggies tasted good and fresh. No issues with service. Alan, our waiter, was great and very helpful. I like the walk-in only policy. You can get a table quickly on almost any day if you go at opening time. I would definitely come back. read more

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$55 for the basic AYCE "silver" package which includes beef, pork, seafood, soups, sushi and then some. $75 for the premium AYCE "gold" package which includes all of the above plus a few additional waygu meats which are limited by quantity per person. The way it works is you order from a tablet. Max of 12 items per order for the entire table. There's a 5 min wait between submitting orders. Don't waste food because there's a charge. Went with the silver and enjoyed that tier immensely. Most the meats were superb. The sushi was fresh as it comes. The salad and corn cheese were delightful. There is soda, milk tea, juice, and ice cream available self serve. Service by Ronan was top notch. He was extremely helpful, patient, attentive, and even grilled some of our meats for us. Bonus: he was a wonderful conversationalist. read more

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My go to for bbq experience in Chinatown. Food was great. Service from Jay was no less than perfect. They added a more milk tea options. Would highly recommend. read more

Was so happy to have had the chance to try this place out when visiting Chicago last month. The meat here is delicious! I loved the experience. My favorite was the price of wagyu with uni on top. I wish they let us have more though. I also really loved loved the beef tartar, it was delicious!!! Pricing here is a bit high, but the quality of the beef is great and the fact they have some sushi options was a plus. I also really loved the scallop and how it came in a shell. I wish this place would open up in Tampa, I would be a regular here if I could! read more

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Food was great and service was better. Valeria was top notch, quick to the point and shelled us along the way. Will be coming back Way better than expected read more

The main reason for this one-star review is because one person in my party is allergic to sesame. As you can see from the pictures, multiple dishes came with sesame. Our server told us the kitchen will remove the sesame seeds, but that only happened for the first round. Someone may think I'm making this too big of a deal, but food allergy can be life threatening and any restaurant should take it seriously. Overall food quality is not bad. However, it did make me think the meat were brushed with oil as they look too "Shiny." Although they have unlimited milk tea and I'd say I will give a 3-star for the meat, I probably won't go back. read more

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We went on a Monday night around 7 and had about a 70 minute wait, which our server told us isn't bad at all. We got the gold menu which had all of the premium items, the service is great and they walk you through their menu (which is on an iPad) and make recommendations. We really loved the Australian wagyu and their drinks are all out for you to take, they even have 2 types of milk tea that you can drink. The price points are fair for the quality of the meat and service. Would definitely go again! read more

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Friends and I finally got to go and I'll start by saying we all agreed this is the best AYCE we've been to. First of all, the meats were excellent. If I had a complaint it would be the fact the even with gold tier you're limited in the number of top tier items you can get. Only one per person. The other meats were great as well, but obviously not as great as the highest cut. The service we got was also fantastic, and I'm so sorry I'm forgetting our servers name, but very attentive. There was tons of options to choose from aside from wagyu, like sushi, soups, sukiyaki, dumplings, tempura, bibimbap and more. Something I really appreciated was the fact that they had milk tea available as a drink. For me it helped when eating so much fatty and rich meat. Anyway, highly recommend. Will go back, but not in the future. Need to recover first! read more

Chubby Cattle - Barbeque Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Food: The Australian M8-9 wagyu steaks are halal, which is a huge plus for us. It was our first time trying any type of wagyu, and we were genuinely impressed by how soft and tender the meat was. I'm giving one less star because we came expecting chicken karaage (shown on the menu online) but were told that menu belongs to a different branch. It felt misleading and a bit like false advertising. They were also out of the wagyu dumplings, so the overall selection felt limited. Service: Service was excellent. The host and servers were knowledgeable about our faith-based dietary restrictions and took great care of us throughout the meal. Honestly, some of the best service I've experienced at an AYCE spot. Ambiance: Nice atmosphere, clean space, and located conveniently in Chinatown. No complaints here. Overall, we'd consider coming back for special occasions. It's on the pricier side, but that's expected given the quality of cuts they offer. read more

Chubby Cattle - Australian Wagyu, shrimp tempura - Barbeque Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Enjoyable experience at Chubby Cattle. Expect a bit of a wait during busy times. Receptionist said 45mins to an hour but it ended up only being about a 30 minute wait to be seated. Our server Ashley was friendly and attentive. She explained the process and how to order, cook etc. You have 70 mins from when you submit your first order to continue ordering more to eat. Our first batch of meat took a while to come out but after that it seemed to be more prompt. All of the meats were delicious and fresh. We also enjoyed some of the sushi and side offerings. The time does go by quickly so we felt a bit pressured to cook and eat quickly but that's the nature of AYCE places with a time limit. We opted for the silver level menu which had plenty of offerings but my husband wants to try the gold tier menu when we go back for an expanded selection! On the way out (or even during your meal) you can treat yourself to some soft serve ice cream and/or milk tea! Tip: don't be shy to ask for a new grill cover if your meat is getting stuck from burnt marinade etc. read more

Chubby Cattle - Barbeque Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A newer restaurant in the heart of Chicago's Chinatown. Very cool atmosphere with incredible food and service! They do not take reservations, so you have to walk up to put your name in. We were told about an hour wait, but it only took 20 minutes. They have tiered pricing that the whole table needs to agree on, with prices started at $55. You get seated and use a tablet to place your order, where you can order 12 items every 5 minutes. You have 90 minutes at a table, with 70 minutes to order food. The time starts when you place your first order. I was a little upset about the first round of food taking 20 minutes to get to our table (time wasted on our behalf) and having to ask twice about where the rice was that we ordered, so I would like the time to start when you get your first order. But once the food started coming it was INCREDIBLE! Such tender cuts of Waygu meat and even the thin sliced meat melted in your mouth. While the meat does not neeeeed sauce, I would, however, like to see more sauce options for those who want it (chili garlic, hoisin, gochujang, etc). The servers were very attentive and as I finished pulling the meat off of one plate they walked by and took it from me (loved that!). We loved Ashley and found her so helpful in cooking difficult meats and being very friendly. I also love the beverage bar that was included! I will definitely be back!! read more

Chubby Cattle - Barbeque Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

What an absolute FEAST. The whole experience at Chubby Cattle was excellent. Very attentive and friendly service. Our main waitress Ashley did a great job and the rest of the wait staff were fantastic as well! After we were seated they gave us the rundown of menus and how to order. We went for the silver menu. Easy ordering through the tablet at the table. You can pick up to 12 items to order at a time and can place in multiple orders throughout your seating. Eat as much as you want, but please don't be wasteful as they will charge a penalty if you cannot finish meats (at least their policy states this). The items came out fast and in a quick flurry. Plates of meat were stackable which left the table with plenty of space despite ordering so many dishes - very smart and also keeps uncooked meats covered until you cook. The grill temps were great and things cooked fast - generally within 30 seconds per side if you are looking for a medium sear. The meats were high quality with lots of beautiful marbling (wagyu brisket strips were amazing, wagyu steak was to die for). Many of the meats just melted in your mouth. There is plenty of other items on the menu to order but beef is obviously the main focus here. They do have some fish and sushi items (even more on gold menu) and side dishes like xao long bao, dumplings, soups, salads, rice, etc. Wagyu Tartare is a must order! 90 minutes to eat - we did not feel rushed at all and left stuffed. And we weren't rushing to eat either. At $55 a person for the silver menu it felt like we got our moneys worth too. I will definitely return to try the gold menu and I purchased a membership through them that gives you some perks such as a slight discount on their menu prices. There is a self serve drink area that has cans of soda, juices, hot tea, and milk tea. There is also a soft serve ice cream machine that you can take ice cream to go! Overall a fantastic dinner that was memorable as much as it was tasty. This is a top tier spot to check out in Chinatown, especially if you have a hankering for some delicious meat. read more

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YEAAAHHHUUUUSSSSS. Incredibly happy about this opening in our Chinatown :) very high quality meats, very well-run, and I am definitely leaving happier (and chubbier). Phil was amazing & the owner/manager was doing everything under the sun to make the place work (validating parking, interviewing people, fixing the soft serve machine, etc.) - I am so impressed. Best meats: -super thick short rib -a5 top blade -Australian waygu -a5 brisket How the menu and experience work: -Two tiers - $55 or $75 per person (not sure if everyone at your table needs to order the same tier - so would check) -the main difference in the tiers are the special meats and dishes (you can only order one special item per person - so if you have 4 people, you can order only 4 of the special meats and 4 items of the special dishes) -you can order up to 12 items every 5 minutes -you cook your own meat (duh) -you have 90 mins of sitting and 70 mins of ordering food -there's an iPad on each table for easy ordering (we also had Phil being extra gracious and stopping by to check on us). The iPad also has a timer that is set to 70 mins when you sit down Tips: -it open at 5, so you should get there right at 5, see if you can check in on yelp (that was the way we were able to monitor our party status), or put your name down and be ok waiting for awhile (and explore Chinatown!) -load up on the protein, but know they charge 20% of the bill if you can't finish! -eat the meats with lettuce and not the starchy sides! -there's also soft serve and green milk tea on the first floor so you can get dessert to go We will definitely be back - now off to sleep off the meat sweats read more

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Nice establishment. Great selection. The delivery time could be improved a bit though as I didn't think I would have to wait over 20 minutes for some pineapple. Otherwise, it was a good meal & Whitney was awesome! Come hungry! read more

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I had one of the worst dining experiences of my life at Chubby Cattle BBQ, and that's saying a lot. I had a reservation and still waited over an hour just to be seated. To make it worse, this was supposed to be a birthday dinner, and instead of celebrating, they completely ruined my night. The staff didn't care at all that it was a birthday reservation--no acknowledgment, no "happy birthday," nothing. After making us wait forever, they didn't even give us extra time to eat to make up for it. Instead, they rushed us through the meal and pushed us to pay the bill early just so they could flip the table for the next guests. For the price they charge, the service is absolutely terrible. There was zero effort to accommodate us in any way, no apology, no solution, no care whatsoever. Chubby Cattle clearly values profit over customers and experience. You're much better off going to Jiang Niu BBQ down the road--better service, better prices, and a far better overall experience. Save your money, save your time, and do not go to this restaurant. read more

First-time eater here at Chubby Cattle, did not know that this place is based on grilling your own - all you can eat protein, seafood and desserts. There are two programs available - Gold and Silver and the difference between the both are really based on A5 wagyu. Gold ($75) has A5 and Silver ($55) without A5. I honestly never tried A5 wagyu, so I went with the gold tier. If you have a group of people in one table then everyone in the same table has to have the same tier. You have 90 minutes to finish all your orders and any left over that is cooked and not eaten will be charged a 20% extra charge. Ryan who was our server was very helpful to guide us on this journey. He was very good to check on us during this 90 minute. Highly recommend. Will be back for more A5 wagyu. read more

My favorites were the A5 Wagyu Otoro, the Australian Wagyu with egg yolk, and the Wagyu Brisket. They have so many options, and the sushi was solid as well. Such a fun experience in Chinatown, and shout out Tai for the amazing service! read more

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The meats are premium, i love that sides are unlimited as well. If you love to eat and have a big appetite this place is for you. The only downside is there is a limit to how much u can order at once and I think you can only order every 5 minutes. I also love the exhaust fans they have because when you walk out the meat smell wasnt that strong on us. Overall my family and I had a great experience here and would definitely come back. read more

Food was served promptly here, very fresh, and perfect portion sizes to try everything you want. Our server Jay was extremely attentive and considerate. Other servers were also well coordinated and cleared plates off table when they could. This is our second time here but this time we tried a higher tier which gave us access to more options. Did not regret because it was delicious. Our grill was also changed promptly as well! Great experience ! read more

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Good service. The meat options are okay. It is definitely over priced. They limit your seating time to 70 minutes and we didn't know about it. So when we wanted to order more, we couldn't. Definitely won't come back anymore . read more

We came to Chinatown to scope the scene and stumbled into Chubby Cattle. We asked if they served alcohol and they told us they didn't but that it was BYOB (bring your own BOBA;) We grabbed some soju from a nearby liquor store and sat down. Since we weren't planning to do all-you-can eat, we just got the silver (basic) menu. Every cut of meat, appetizer, and sushi was high quality and delicious. We especially enjoyed the miso chuck highlog and wagyu bibimbap (fried rice). The service was also impressive. An empty plate didn't sit on our table for longer than a minute before one of the many attentive staff members came to clear them away. Everyone was very nice, knowledgeable & welcoming, especially our server, Aileen, who was so sweet and adorable. We aren't from Chicago but if and when we come back into town, we will definitely be back at chubby cattle! read more

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Is it worth 100 minute wait? Not in cold weather. This place is not ADA accessible by any means, despite yelp saying it is. Most of their seating is upstairs. There are a few tables downstairs, where you enter, but the space is very small and there's no space for a wheelchair. Everything is cramped including the entrance. The restrooms are also tiny and cramped entry, though there is one larger stall, you won't be able to get to it with a wheelchair. There is nowhere to wait and if the rest of Chinatown Square is busy, you're SOL for passing the time. And you better check your texts because you will have to confirm your spot around an hour into the wait! The silver tier is a better deal. The gold tier you only get ONE round of two different higher quality choices and a small handful of other options. We decided to stick to silver tier. You get 90 minutes to dine, 12 choices at a time with 5 minute intervals so you'd think it would be smart to load up on the front end but you might be wrong. We did that and it was so stressful trying to cook and maneuver plates on the table. It was stupid busy and, bless our waiter, he was being run ragged so couldn't really help us nor really explain how to cook anything. I'm not expert enough to cook and eat at the same time so the juggling between trying not to set anything on fire and take a bite before my food got cold was anxiety inducing. Maybe that's why I stayed up all night with indigestion! I had no time to take pictures nor even keep track of what was what. Most of the meat dishes tasted the same. And none were particularly memorable. The sushi was nice but I didn't reorder too many of them, don't come expecting Maki, most of it is Sashimi or nigiri hand rolls. They're good but not $55 good. The most memorable thing was actually the spicy Tom yum seafood soup, delightful! If I were to return, I'd be sure to come with a friend who knows what they're doing on the grill. I am personally very conscious of cross contamination and yet I still struggled to keep the raw meat tongs separate -- had to ask for a second tong but even then I kept mixing them up. The tablet to order food also doesn't look very clean. Many meaty fingers have touched it. But by the time I was seated I had already been resigned to staying, far too long a wait to turn back. read more

Updating my review: today, my same friends from 8 months ago and I are back here - we are still very happy with our experience. This time my partner came along for the first time and thoroughly enjoyed the silver package. We love that the silver package includes various high quality all you can eat wagyu meats as well as being able to get appetizers, sushi, etc. After another amazing experience, I upgraded my membership from the free bronze level to the $28/year. The service here is still very friendly and efficient despite it being super busy on a Friday evening. Our server even made one of the meats for me as it was a free item for new members. I also love that this time we were able to get onto the Yelp Waitlist - I was able to see live how long the wait time is, how many parties are ahead of me etc. We still love that we can order on the tablet, and it is quite nice that there is an every 7 minute interval you can send another order to the kitchen. They then bring everything out - we finished everything we ordered, and it was worth every dollar. I'd totally come back again when I'm in the area next, and I'd recommend Chubby Cattle to anyone in the area! read more

Chubby Cattle - Barbeque Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Our server was great. She paid attention to what we were ordering and made sure we got the special items in the package. She grilled the special items too to make sure we had a great experience. A couple things slightly marred our experience. One was the short timeframe to order and eat. It felt frenzied to make sure we ordered in 70 minutes. We probably ordered more because it was frenzied than if we had more time to relax and enjoy. Second, they were out of stock on several menu items. Overall, I'd come back and recommend this to others. The A5 wagyu short rib was the stand out item. It melted in your mouth! read more