Food: Pros: - Lot of skewer options which added variety. - the charcoal added a nice flavor. Cons: - not a lot of anything on the skewers. -The meat skewers were decently priced however the price for any of the produce being the same is a gouge and ridiculous. Two mushrooms or 4 little pieces of pineapple being $1.30.. don't get me started on the cabbage skewer! I would have gotten more for my buck getting a brew at a ball game then getting a cabbage skewer. BE SO FOR REAL. - The spice per person charge was dumb and for the price of everything should have came included. Alongside the charcoal. Service: Pros: - They got us pitchers of water. Cons: - they charged 18% gratuity for any group over 6. Noting they hardly provided any service. We got and cooked or own food. Did not even stop by an ask how the food was. Ambiance: Pros: had some cute decorations. Cons: - Very congested. tables are close together, wait lines for the skewers. - it was HOT inside between the windows, the cooking surfaces and people. - Noise volume - felt I was in an elementary school cafeteria. As you can see, I will not be returning and would never reccomend this place to anyone interested in Korean BBQ. Be so for real, cabbage skewer. read more

I really wanted to like this place, but sadly it was not good. I love the concept grabbing the skewers of your choice and cooking it yourself! They charge $3.99 for charcoal, $0.99 per person for sauce (includes items like sugar, salt, sesame, spicy powder, cumin), $1.25 per skewer. You can do a membership which cost $58 for the year. Comes with $10 on first check, fee waived for sauce and charcoal, and birthday treat. Server comes at the end to count the amount of skewer sticks. The amount of meat on the skewers were very small. Yes the cost is $1.25, but the amount of meat and vegetables you get on a skewer are not worth it. Some items have two skewer sticks on it so it cost $2.50 instead of $1.25. The taste of any protein was just okay. I tried so many skewers and it just didn't hit with the taste and I did add the powder they have available. The place was very smoky. Ventilation was not good even thought each table has a vent right above the charcoal. It was hot and there was not good AC circulation. Service was terrible. Every time we needed something we cannot find someone or have to constantly look for someone for a while before we get help. Sadly, I cannot recommend this place. read more

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The service was absolutely great and the price was not bad. Atmosphere is great as well and I'd argue that it's a pretty good place to just chill and hangout. read more

I loved the whole concept. It's an AYCE-style spot where you grab your own skewers from the fridge and cook them yourself at the table, which makes it fun and interactive. Tons of options to choose from everything from veggies to different cuts of meat. The chicken skin skewer was hands down my favorite crispy, savory, and addictive. Staff were also on point: helpful, attentive, and quick to check in. Definitely a great place to come hungry and try a little bit of everything. read more

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Went here with a few friends after seeing it all over TikTok, and overall it was a fun experience. When we arrived, it wasn't too busy and we were seated quickly, which was nice. Our server was friendly and gave us a clear rundown of how everything works. There's plenty of space inside, and the setup is pretty straightforward. You pay a coal fee for the grill in the middle of the table and a seasoning fee for the dry seasonings available at the table. About 10 minutes into eating, someone came by to let us know they also offer sauces and walked us through the options--we ended up trying all of them. The concept itself is definitely unique and enjoyable. You grab skewers from refrigerators stocked with different meats, then cook everything yourself and pay per skewer at the end. That said, one downside for us was the portion size. The amount of meat on each skewer felt pretty small, and with four people sharing one grill, the cooking time added up. Overall, it's a cool spot to check out, especially if you're curious about the experience, but something to keep in mind if you're going with a group or looking for larger portions. I personally would prefer traditional Korean bbq because larger grill and less attention needed imo. read more

Tried this new place out the weekend of Memorial weekend for dinner. It was pretty busy! For a table of 4, we waited for about an hour. Two of my friends were here just a few days prior so they knew what to do and went to grab all of the skewers for the table. I recommend 1-2 people go grab skewers for the table at a time instead of all going at the same time. The fridge area can get a little crowded and table space is limited. Each table has a rack with 4 dry seasonings to add to your dipping dish. There were 2 spicy, 1 cumin and 1 sesame seeds. The spicy ones were pretty good! I only wish they had some sesame oil and some sort of sauce too. Everything tasted good. The skewers are small portions but the grill is pretty small too, which works with the portion sizes. I believe each skewer is $1.20 each and they charge by the number of skewers the table eats. We also ordered 3 sodas, 3 items off the menu, and 4 bowls of rice. I forgot to look at that menu so I don't remember the names of the other items. One was crinkle cut fries in some sauce, the other is some sort of fried ball with a creamy sauce and I forgot what the last item was. Pretty sure they charge per bowl of rice. My friend also said they charge for coal change too. For 4, I believe the total was between $160-180? I originally thought they had soju here but after looking at other's photos on Yelp, I realized it was some sort of flavored soda. I'll have to try one of those next time. read more

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Cool concept, yummy late night option. There's not many late night food options in the area and this place fills an empty void. The space is large and great for big and small groups. We had to wait for a bit so definitely recommend adding yourself to the Yelp waitlist before arriving. Food- I see how the self serve option probably helps keep some of the costs down but I got to say the meats don't look too appetizing when raw. The portions are pretty small on each skewer. Unfortunately our charcoal was very uneven and only ended up cooking 3 skewers at a time. They changed our charcoal a few times but it was very inefficient. The actual cook times for the skewers ended up being 2-3x longer because of this. The skewers were tasty once cooked but the inefficiency got a bit frustrating and with a time limit, I recommend coming while you're not starving. I think this place is a cool new option for late night food but not sure if I personally would come again read more

Chubby Skewers - Barbeque Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Recommend: Yes and affordable! Food: yum if you love skewers. Service: attentive and kind Ambience: it's Smokey in here haha. Late night vibe Tip: the beef/lamb skewers are the best. They even have a sign for the popular skewers. Also pay attention to the charcoal. One side may be hotter than other side. This can help with your cooking time. Definitely a great place but large parties might be a bit hard right now since it's new. read more

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Spacious interior with comfortable seating. Friendly service. Skewers are all priced at $1.2 per skewer and they're pretty good quality. I like how they use charcoal grills, makes the skewers very yummy. Cold noodles were refreshing. Only comment is to pls bring over the chubby tea drinks here :( they're so good. Overall i'm just super happy this place opened. read more

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I went the other night after they just opened and surprised at how spacious the place is. They replaced the BBQ house that used to be here. It's $1.20 a skewer and you'll probably have to eat a lot of be full so it can add up quick. Cooking is east, no more than 4 minutes depending on what you get. The noodle soup I ordered was $13, and while it was flavorful, the layer of oil on top was enough for the US to invade. Open late so that's a plus. The "wagyu" meat was not tender so im pretty sure it was just normal beef lol. read more

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I think the bricks holding it up is very dangerous, the skewers are metal, couldn't even eat food, their food is small portions, people working cussed at me, service is horrible, loud music, screaming chef. NEVER COMING BACK AGAIN! read more

We finally have a decent skewer place in Arizona and we are super excited to try it out! There are so many types of meat skewers that you can pick. We picked a few different kinds of beef, lamb and chicken and they were well seasoned. The cold noodle dish had a lot of ingredients but tasted a bit too sweet. This whole experience is pretty fun because you have to grill your own skewers. But if you are not good at doing that, it can be nerve wracking. Also, because of the design of the ventilator, it was hard to put spices on the skewers while grilling. So they tasted a bit bland and needed some spices after, which was a bit inconvenient. The service was also efficient. When we entered, we were immediately seated. Many waiters surrounded us, which was a bit overwhelming. But we understood that they were still in the training process. Overall, this is definitely an unique experience that you can't find elsewhere in the valley. read more

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Chubby Skewers has quickly become one of my family's favorite restaurants! When my dad first told us he joined their membership, we honestly thought it was kind of a waste... but we've already been back five times this year, so it's definitely paid off. As I understand it, Chubby Skewers is a Chinese barbecue restaurant, and the way it works is super fun -- all the skewers are around a dollar each, displayed in fridges where you can grab whichever ones (and however many) you want. You bring them back to your table and cook them to your liking on a charcoal grill. They also have different seasonings to choose from -- my family especially loves the cumin seasoning. Another must-order for us is the cucumber salad. We get it at least once, sometimes twice, because the freshness of the cucumber really cuts through the richness of the grilled meat. There are also plenty of options for people who don't eat meat, including seafood, vegetables, and tofu. And don't skip dessert -- the fried bread with condensed milk is so nostalgic and one of our absolute favorites. This place is always a fun, delicious experience and definitely worth a visit (and the membership)! read more

Great do it yourself bbq. Food is delicious and it's a fun dining experience. Service is prompt and place is cozy with a lot of grilling stations. Good selection of meats, seafood snd veggies. Would come again. Come early.. it does get packed fast. read more

Interesting experience at chubby Skewers. They charge you for multiple things like the charcoal, seasoning use, and per skewer charge, with some skewers more than others. The skewers is a self serve process but staff are helpful with questions and walking you through the process. There are also menu items that you can order and a yearly membership option if you think you'll be here on the frequent. The place is well ventilated and u don't smell as super BbQ smelling as you would with a Korean BBQ place. Lots of seating inside and ample outdoor parking. read more

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Highly recommend! This place never fails. Our fourth time here and leaving stuffed! The service is always on point. Our server Albert was great! I recommend the Waygu and fat skewer - it's top tier! Unsung hero - the French toast. Don't knock it till you try it! read more

Chubby Skewers - Barbeque Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Rib finger and enoki w/ bacon was the best! Than you Albert for the advice on co We love that you can grab skewers and grill at your own leisure. read more

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Unique concept to try once, but I would avoid coming back here. It sounds good that each skewer is $1.25 until you see how much meat is on each skewer. It's nowhere near fulfilling. You have to pay for everything too, pay for seasoning, pay for the charcoal to cook, per skewer, etc. Absolutely no sauces. We ordered an appetizer and it took over 30 minutes to come out. It's fun one time, but just know you'll spend an absurd amount of money and leave hungry, we stopped to get actual dinner somewhere else after. One tip if you must try this, ordered a plate of veggies separately. Don't pay $1.25 for the skewers with veggies on them. There are much better similar concepts like this for way more food for the same price. read more

Came here for date night and had a great time. The cold appetizers are so good and the perfect bite while waiting for the skewers to cook. Service was attentive and they made sure to refill our drinks several times. We also really enjoyed the s'mores dessert! read more

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Amazing real Chinese food and best server ever!!! Best server Amy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Chubby Skewers - Barbeque Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Food is great and fresh. Highly recommended. Like the A5 beef and pineapple, good pairing!

Great service. Great food. Great for diets as long as you stay away from the brisket and lamb (not trimmed". Spices were well curated. This is a repeat for me. I'll be gold status in no time read more

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As a person who's used to restaurants where you cook for yourself, all you pay for at Chubby Skewers is for the access to the meats. The service here is very inconsistent depending on the times you come in (which shouldn't vary that heavily even if it's busy). The selection is not bad but definitely don't get the misleading desserts here. The food's as good as how you cook and season it. read more

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SENTRY - WATCHING RESTAURANTS Chubby Skewers 1955 W Guadalupe Mesa, 85202 Chubby Skewers is a Northeastern China group of restaurants numbering over 100 in China. There are a number of refrigerator glass doors with food on skewers already in pans being kept cold. You take whatever you like and put it on a tray to take to your table. The restaurant puts a charcoal container on the table and you grill your food to your own liking. Costs are calculated by counting the number of skewers you use times $1.20 each. There is an additional charge for charcoal ($.3.99) and seasonings ($2.99). Memberships are available which then reduces the cost of the skewers to $1.00 each, and no charge for the charcoal or the sauces and seasoning. In addition, you also get 30 free skewers. After doing the math, we figured that if we go 3 times in a year it pays for the membership and then some. We used 26 skewers along with charcoal and seasonings and the bill came to $45.15 including drinks, which we felt was quite reasonable. This is not the place to go if you are a real carnivore as you could then run up quite a bill, but for a reasonable meal it was quite adequate. The place is a little noisy, but is nice and clean. Wait persons are happy to instruct you in how to prepare your food and check up on you often to make sure you are doing it right. Depending on the time you visit, various specials will be available. When we went at 5:00, they did a lottery and the winner got to take 50% off their bill. They have other fun things at other times. They are open till 2:00 a.m. We will go back again as we will be getting a membership since we love oriental foods. 4 stars read more

Great service and food . Great for a family dinner. Meat was fresh. If you haven't checked yet you should . fun !

So fun great date night place Ended up going and for being on a protein diet this place just hits the spot read more

Such a cool experience to cook your own food. I looove the wagyu, lamb, and garlic bread skewers. All entrees are absolutely delicious- and they're open late! Def check out this place. Great price for great food. read more

Amazing, stunning, delicious, will be back for more amazing food and service. The place is very clean and easy to understand how everything works. read more

First time coming here but I definitely would love to come back with a group of friends or by myself in the future. The style of cooking is laid back and made for you to enjoy a conversation with each other and it's definitely my kind of vibe. The selection is pretty good and diverse as well ranging from vegetables, meat, and seafood. We only did skewers for our restaurant visit but we ordered the seaweed salad and it basically came out right away and that was pretty nice. My only critiques: There are ways they can bump up your check for small things like opting in for seasoning for $1 per person and/or using/changing out charcoal for your grill for $4 per table. Not really a critique to be honest but more like a "there's more to the $1.30 per skewer". I still like the food here regardless but if you're stingy on things like that it's good to know anyways! :) Again, you'll catch me back over here. Thanks a bunch! read more

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Really cool experience have been hoping for something like this forever so it's 1.20 for each skewer grabbed about 3.99 for charcoal cost and seasoning cost you a 1.00 I believe , so to me I feel the skewers are a bit overpriced makes sense to make them 1.00 especially with the small amount you get on the skewers , I'm not big on spice so the seasoning wasn't my thing rather would of liked more seasoning or liquid dipping sauce as I was hoping for garlic powder , seasoned sauce , hoisen , or ponzu I think it would be better with those cause I'd rather just do no seasoning then , the seafood also didn't taste the freshest especially the scallops when I went in very fishy in taste even after cooking for a long time as I like a lot of my stuff burnt or really cooked , very clean place tho and they serve really fast def coming back and hoping for changes read more

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Good food good price good wagyu good shrimp good tofu and lamb was okay. Black seasoned wagyu was the best next to shrimp

If you're going with a GROUP, read this first. The food here is fine. Come with 1-2 people and you'll probably have a good time. But if you're bringing a PARTY of 6 or more, here's what they won't tell you until the bill arrives: there's a MANDATORY "Large Party Service" fee added automatically -- AT LEAST 20%. We say "at least" because the fee is calculated on your pre-discount subtotal. If you're using a membership or coupon, the real percentage on what you actually paid ends up higher. Ours came out to nearly 27%. No mention at the door. No mention on the menu. No mention from any staff member the entire night. For context on what that "service" actually covered: after the initial grill setup, everything else was on us. Skewers came out late or not at all -- one item had to be cancelled because it simply never showed up, another required multiple follow-ups before it arrived. Water refills, drink refills -- all self-serve. You're essentially running your own table from start to finish. The food isn't the problem. The lack of transparency is. If you're celebrating a birthday, a family dinner, anything with a group -- just know what you're walking into before you sit down. read more

Chubby Skewers - Barbeque Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Food was plentiful. So many choices. Cooking on the open table grills made for a great time. Staff were extremely attentive.

A very tasty and fun experience for our first visit at Chubby Skewers. It's casual and also great late night option for food and social setting, which I believe they are open until 2 am! Each skewer is $1.20 for any which is a reasonable price and you basically pick what you want. The best part is the charcoal grill... it makes a big difference. My favorite skewers were the calamari , lamb and pork belly but honestly all were so good. Service was quick and they were pretty diligent with making sure we had everything we needed. You do pay for the charcoal grill which is about $3 and using the spices for the meats were $1 per person. For 2 people, we ended up paying $35 each. I will definitely come back! read more

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We had a great time! Loved drinking our beer tower while grilling and gossiping! The vibes are very hangout with friends, drink and laugh. The skewers were great. Some of bulkier veggies are a little hard to grill just cause there isn't a ledge or plate that lets them sit easier. The pepper wagyu was good and the pork belly . The shrimp is a must. I'd like to see more seasonings or varying ones. The dumplings were fire!!! Like get them! Super packed with shrimp, pork and chives. They were not stingy. All and all will be back for hanging with friends with beer and food! read more

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新年快乐 New Year, New(ish) Late night restaurant. This restaurant is one of the few Asian restaurants that open late in the area. Other restaurants nearby unfortunately close at around 9pm. I came here around 11 pm and it was surprisingly busy as there was a waitlist to be seated, but it did not take long for me and my friends to get a table. The concept is really intriguing as you can just help yourself to skewers and grill it self which is not so difficult to do. The meats cooked really fast but sometimes I just overcook my meat just to be safe...They also have an online menu where you can order dishes like dumplings, seaweed salad, and this fried shrimp patty which I would recommend. Some of my favorite skewers to get are the lamb skewers, chicken teriyaki, A5 wagyu beef skewers and the fish tofu skewers. And then I like to shake a liberal amount of the seasonings on my meat. Although, the skewers are easy to cook and are delicious the portion sizes are lacking. To be fair, they do cost $1.30 per skewer so the portion size makes sense for that price...But, if you are extremely hungry, you will find yourself grabbing so much skewers and rack up the bill. Therefore, my only critique is that the portion size can be more filling. With that being said, I think this is a fairly decent spot to grab a late night dinner with your friends. Overall, I rate Chubby Skewers a strong 6.5/10. I added .5 because they were playing TWICE all night. Adam Nguyen Copyright 2026 - All Rights Reserved. read more

I love this place it will be my family favorite to go !!! Even my picky husband Love it and hes said he will go back !!! They are busy but worth to wait!!! read more

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They charge you for charcoal and to use their seasoning. I understand this is a chain, but cmon. Regarding the food, the skewer quality was ok, but the more premium cuts were a bit too fatty and it seems like I was eating just fat. Plus it seems like they dont really restock often. Wont be going back because they nickel and dime for charcoal and seasoning. Also, it is can get extremely expensive. read more

They are a Northeastern Chinese barbecue self-service grilling experience right at their table! They offer delicious skewers and diverse menu. You grill your food your way,, skewers (wagyu, seafood, veggies, chicken, pork, etc.). It was a unique experience, it DIY for everything (grab your own water, utensils, order from the QR code if you want more than the skewers, and they charge a sit down/using the grill (can waive be writing a Yelp or Google review). You need to get up and grab want you want in a small area. Most items are already marinated, you can add more flavors from the table. The place is very smoky and very HOT. Since they don't serve you, you do have to flag them and get their attention. read more

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This place is good for individuals that have a smaller appetite, otherwise your bill can definitely rack up. It seems like an interactive place to enjoy a meal, we had fun cooking all of our skewers. We came on a Sunday right at opening and it got busy pretty quick. I like that the skewers are small so you can try many things, but it can add up. The skewers are $1.20 each, they have veggies, meats, and seafood. They charge a $4 charcoal fee and $1/person spice fee, which is a little silly to me. From the kitchen, we ordered the Wagyu Fried Rice and it was good with our skewers. The workers were super attentive and nice, they were constantly clearing out table and asking how everything was. We had a light dinner and it came out to about $40 not including tip, a little expensive but it was a fun experience! ig: @cravingswithcat read more

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