Great place to come with friends to drink and eat good food! Yes, its a bit pricier than normal skewer places, but i love the ambiance and vibe in here! super cyber-punky and sometimes they have live singers here! You cant really find a skewer place with this type of vibe, def a spot i like to take my out of town friends to for a good time I love getting the fried tofu skins, this is my favorite skewer to get. I actually prefer the regular skewers than the mini skewers just because the mini is so small you have to really bite into the metal stick (which can stab your mouth if your not careful, especially if you end up drinking too much) razor clams are bomb here! Yes they add hella chillies in here so you have to pick it out, but its hard to find places with a razor clam dish that is super tasty and flavorful The alcoholic drinks here are super unique and interesting, my method is to go for the cutest branding, and just order it, and suprisingly it ends up working in my favor LOL my favorite part, is the seasoning they use on all the skewers! that classic chinese taste :D read more

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Been to Discovery Fusion so many times for late night bites, it never disappoints! I've noticed that depending on the day, the later you come, the louder it gets as they have live karaoke here. This place has such fun decorations and I love all the neon lights here as it's very well lit up inside. My top 3 favorite skewers are the beef, enoki, and a-choy. They're all coated with the same seasonings here so it's easy to get tired of so I always order a few of the grilled vermicelli oysters which are so tasty, and I love all the garlic it comes with! Some other good skewers are the chicken skin, pork belly, and corn. Love the drinks here too, most recently noticed they added an alcoholic blind box to the menu and it was so exciting to try 12 different mystery shots. Even though I did not enjoy half of the drinks, this is probably the most fun drinking concept I've seen at a restaurant and I'd absolutely order it again. The ambiance, customer service, and food are always all great - I'll never say no to dinner a Discovery! read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Blind Box Alcoholic Drinks - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

First off, the exterior and interior are so bright with their neon lights. I couldn't stop looking at it, as it was the perfect intersection of having just enough decor to not be too busy and still very pleasing to see. They had karaoke on a stage for anyone to hop on and sing and extensive seating. I like that they also lightly heat up the hot plate to keep your food warm, as most places have it for show, it seems. We ordered 30+ items comprising most of the veggies on the menu as well as several cuts of beef, lamb, chicken, pork belly, and the list goes on. This food is extra fried so it's oilier, spicier, and much saltier. They lay on the seasoning very intensely. I don't have much of a spice tolerance, so I had to take most of mine to go because it got to a point where my mouth was burning for 30 minutes, and I had to completely stop. The food is delicious... however I had food poisoning the next day :( This was my friend's 3rd visit and unfortunately she got food poisoning from this visit too!! :( Take that info as you will. read more

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Came to Discovery Fusion BBQ on a Saturday night with a group of 8 and there was no wait! They definitely have a very cool theme going on here, but the restaurant seems a bit run down compared to when they first opened. The skewers took a while to come out, but were pretty tasty. However, I would not recommend the fried noodles... they were quite soggy. Super salty meal and food was just okay. Servers would not tell us which skewers came out when they dropped them off at the table either. Would come back if I really wanted skewers and this was the only place open.. GET THE EGGPLANT THOUGH :-) read more

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Ambiance in here is unique and is the first thing everyone notices when approaching the restaurant. I felt like I was in another country because you hardly see any restaurants around the bay decorated the way it was. Food is decent, and is a little bit overpriced compared to other skewer restaurants in the area. Here's the reason for 3 stars: I went here with a group of friends, over 5 of us on a busy saturday night. On the menu or on the table, in fine print, it says if there's a karaoke live singer on stage, everyone dining in would be obligated to pay $2 each! We had no option but to pay for this entertainment because one of the employees decided to walk up to the stage and sing 1-2 songs. I knew she was an employee because she walked back to the kitchen area. How is this sanctioned as a business? They saw an opportunity to money grab because they had a full house and got an employee up there. It seems a little unethical to their customers read more

The theme is pretty fun. If you love the bright lights and to party it up with friends, I would say give it a try. The restaurant has a lot of tables inside with a descent amount of workers on the weekend. I came around 5pm and there were few tables occupied. By the time we left, the whole restaurant was filled. I would say some of the skewers were great. The downside is, you're getting the same flavor for all the skewers. The only difference you would get is the texture. I'm not a fan of hot and spicy food so this place was not go me. I was able to handle most, but I don't think I would come here again unless someone wanted to come or celebrate their birthday. I would say their beef and chicken skin was good (chicken skin tasted somewhat sweeter). It definitely has a party type of vibe with a karaoke machine in the back. It seems like you strictly order through a QR code. read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Sitting right in front of the Karaoke machine - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

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looking for an authentic chinese bbq skewer spot? look no further ! discovery fusion bbq is service authentic chinese bbq skewers with a variety of options to choose from. the cyberpunk neon signs, the selection of drinks upon arrival, and the liveliness is through the roof. it's honestly a great spot to just meet up and catch up with friends while listening to karaoke and enjoying potentially a late night snack. my sister and i arrived when they had just opened and we were able to get seated right away. we ordered from a variety of meats ranging from sausage, pork, beef and lamb. we also added a few veggies and dishes like hot & sour soup and cucumber salad. the highlight of our meal was the grilled scallop with garlic vermicelli. it really reminded us of a restaurant in HK that we would go to. just a heads up that every skewer seemed to be seasoned exactly the same. it is on the saltier end so it left us needing to chug water post-meal. the beer honestly also paired nicely with the skewers as well. the seasoning is salty yet spicy and we enjoyed it a lot more on the lamb. it kinda tasted like cumin was also incorporated as well. i personally would come again with friends but i genuinely wished it was a little less salty! read more

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the food was okay there's definitely multiple of better places skewer wise. the aesthetics were very nice! i also noticed they had a karaoke spot/stage and it noted if there is a singer everyone would be charged extra for the singer being there. we got the mystery drink box in the drinks section and was excited to try it out, there was beer, wine, soju and such but one bottle was RANCID it was almost straight vinegar and idk if they did that on purpose but it was unpleasant just even the smell you could tell was just vinegar and something but nothing that you should be drinking a shot of.. read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - outside - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

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This place is a gem and easily one of my go to spots for date night or hanging out with friends. The food is the star here. The skewers are some of the best around, packed with flavor and grilled just right. Every bite hits you with that perfect mix of smoky, savory, and juicy. For someone who takes food seriously, this place delivers and keeps me coming back. The vibe is lively and fun without trying too hard. They sometimes have a live singer, and while the talent can vary, it adds to the atmosphere more than it takes away. Plus, the one dollar entertainment fee is honestly nothing compared to the experience. Whether you are a foodie or just looking for a spot that guarantees good food and a good time, Discovery Fusion is a winner. Highly recommend. I will keep bringing friends, dates, and anyone who loves great bites and good energy. read more

We came with a party of 4 on a Thursday night and the place was pretty filled. There were luckily a few empty tables so we were seated quickly but those empty tables filled up fast. I was so excited to eat that I forgot to take pics of everything. I've had a favorite skewer bar for a decade now and so I was shocked to find that Discovery Fusion BBQ has the same flavor profile as my favorite skewers place. I loved being able to order from my phone because ordering skewers with a server is so stressful to keep track of lol Every skewer was delicious!! We also ordered some side dishes which are not offered at other places. Definitely recommend the fried milk, mini japanese sweet potatoes, and garlic eggplant. The food came out very fast and service was so attentive. I think they came with a new water carafe like 3 times without us asking. They have a karaoke section but I think it's not open to patrons. It seems like they hire someone to sing and charge patrons a couple dollars extra if there's a performer that day. Not too sure how it works but I'm intrigued to find out. Definitely recommend this place! read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

If you're a bigger party then make a reservation! My group of 12-13 people made a reservation a few days before and got promptly seated upon arrival. The inside is interesting - the neon lights and karaoke set up in the back of the restaurant makes you wonder what you walked into. Located in a parking lot with H Mart and 85 Degree Bakery, parking is abundant due to turnover on the market side. You scan the QR code at the table and do all your ordering there. The items come out quickly and are seasoned fairly well. As someone who was craving skewers, this place hit the spot. And if you're worried about not being full on skewers, they also have other foods available like fried rice and grilled squid. Maybe it was because we beat the rush, but service was on point and bright the food out in a timely manner. read more

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Cool ambiance and vibe with delicious skewers. Quick service with self ordering through QR code.

This place is special to me. We came here when my partner and I first got together and then again for our anniversary. We love how friendly the service is and it's just a reliable, amazing tasting place to get juicy spiced lamb skewers and croaker. Paired with the fried rice? Chef's kiss. The decorations make you feel like you're in cyberpunk city Chongqing and I love taking pictures of it. They seem to be constantly improving the vibe and adding new items to their menu, while their staples remain top of the line. Love discovery. Will definitely be back to sing karaoke. read more

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This eccentric late night Chinese BBQ restaurant is the perfect place to eat out if you want to hangout with some friends or just looking for something to do on a night out. I celebrated my boyfriend's birthday here and we had a fun time trying Chinese alcohol and other interesting eats. We got to try cicadas, which in my opinion were big and nutty. Both my boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed them. Along with the cicadas, we got several skewers of spicy lamb, liver, and beef. They were alright, but they did seem a bit over seasoned. We also got stir fried squid and octopus. I really liked the squid while my boyfriend preferred the octopus. The octopus came with rice cakes and was tangy with a good texture. For me, I liked the flavoring of the squid better and it was less tough. The Chinese alcohol we got was alright but I just really liked the design of it. I'm looking forward to going here again on a night out. read more

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Sooo many skewers!! They all taste kind of the same, but all very yum!! Would not recommend the balut though, somehow the egg white is very hard... and I don't think it's supposed to be. Fried chicken was very good! Crawfish too! Parking is a bit rough since it's in a busy plaza, but you can't miss it by the aesthetic. Inside and outside, there's tons of lights. I've never seen a place with this kind of decor before! The servers were attentive and the skewers just kept coming. Not cheap, but a very fun experience and ambiance. read more

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Definitely a place to go for the aesthetics instagram pics -- LED signs everywhere. There's also fake fire pits too. Huge variety of skewers, including yummy tofu and mushrooms and lamb. Also has chicken heart and some other good old basics. They had a fun Russian roulette inspired drink set where there are 12 mysterious small bottles with unknown liquids inside. Parking can be a little crazy because it's located right next to a H Mart. read more

This is a very unique style of restaurant. Very flashy colorful neon lights and with live singer. Stylish and different here in Santa Clara county. One really interesting is their menu. It have insects, snail and etc. very exotic menu. Here is my scoring card for this restaurant: 1) Location: ( 4 Point ) - Great location for customer to see and find. Great parking for street parking and back side with parking lot parking. 2) Decoration : ( 3 Point) - They still have the original decoration. Clean and new ( about little over a year) 3) Price: ( 4 point)- The price is competitive but still a little bit pricey compare to other same stars and type food they serve 4) Quality and Taste : ( 3 point)- The quality is ok, food taste is good and portions are average . ( must be inflation ) 5) Type of cuisine standard : ( 4 point) - The style of Chinese food they serve is pretty close to the way it was prepare in China. Not bad! But some dishes did have slightly modify to cater the customer's need Overall it's not bad and I thinks it's great to give it a try and let me know what you think. Go foodies Total max is 25 Score 18 Stars = 72% round up to 3 stars read more

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Another asian fusion bbq we tried and loved! Again, these neon lights are always so fun and makes the vibes/mood feel great! We ordered the Blazin Fusion Delight which came with perfect amount of food portions for party of 4. I really liked their chicken skin, lamb, and pork belly skewers. I would orders those again along with their golden fried rice. I also absolutely love the chinese decorations too. read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Blazin Fusion Delight combo - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

Pretty standard skewer bar with the vibes of what the streets of China feel like. Fully decorated in neon lights and have a singer on the weekends. However, this place is pretty pricey for meat and insects on a stick, averaging $40-70 per person depending on what you get. One thing I did notice on their menu is that on the weekends, they have an automatic $10 extra charge PP for singer fee which I thought was a little odd. They have a unique menu and variety that most skewer places don't offer, and its innards and unique insects that are usually found in Asia. I would recommend going when its not busy as I don't think its worth the 2-3 hour wait when it first opened. Went on the random Tuesday night and there were a couple tables filled but nothing too hectic. read more

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So my friends and i came here on a sunday night and we were surprised by how vibrant everything looked. We made reservations for 5 people but probably didnt need it since it was pretty empty. They were having karaoke night so there were singers on stage. It was super loud and we could barely hear each other talk. We were seated immediately and you scan for the menu and order from your phone. After we ordered, the food came out fairly fast. We got the combo for 4 people to share and it definitely was a good amount of food for us to share. My favorite was the beef skewers, veggies, fried rice and shrimp. Overall the food was great! But i didnt like how it was so loud inside that we couldnt even talk or catch up with my friends. The auto tip charge for the singers was crazy as this is entertainment that we didnt even enjoy. The service was alright and there were a few servers that couldnt speak english so it was difficult communicating with them. read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Such a fun and hip spot to enjoy skewers! I love the interior and display of drinks right when you walk in. I've been here twice now and it's always a fun time. They have a variety of different meats, veggies, and exotic dishes to try. The meats are well marinaded and fried rice simple but flavorful. Service was fantastic. Once we put our orders in, it came out quickly and the servers were very attentive. Always come by to check in on us and refill our waters. I love that they also play karaoke on the screen with nostalgic songs so it's fun to sing along while chowing down on some bbq. read more

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From the moment you step through the doorway, you are transported onto the streets of China. Discovery Fusion BBQ is Chinese street food down to the soju in shot glasses and meats on skewers to the decor and ambiance. Get ready to try insects and innards on sticks! But don't worry, if you aren't usually that adventurous in cuisine, you won't care after your second or third bottle of soju (asian wine). And talk about authentic chinese, there is even a small stage for karaoke, which is always available for anyone who has the inkling to break out in song. (They have American songs, not just Chinese songs.) The prices are high, so be prepared to possibly max out your credit card, especially if you're in a group and/or prefer to combine drinks with your meal. (Another FYI: There isn't a bar here, so no cocktails and mixed drinks. Only bottled alcohol is available.) This place is a lot of fun, and I see why I know people who are regulars. It's a little too steep in prices for someone who isn't an adventurous eater (me!), but I'd be happy to go whenever a friend wants to visit because it is a lot of fun. I highly recommend going, even just once, for the unique experience! read more

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Not fine dining. More casual, hipster establishment with bright, eclectic motifs that mix a little bit of edge street food into a neon, modern vibe. Service on food came quick, skewer meat selection was very broad and also offered inclusive vegetarian options. There is a little stand on the table that is not a grill but rather a little table pedestal to display the skewers on when the server delivers the skewers. There was live music and the artist singing and having everybody karaoke with her. She was an American idol contestant from San Jose, CA. Overall this was a fun and lively place to be. If you want to wind down from a rough week, come here and don't be disappointed. read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

This is a solid place if you are looking for a Chinese bbq skewer place. Do expect to spend ~$50 a person to get a full meal though. But overall the inside is very cute, there is live music/entertainment, so would recommend for a group gathering / celebration. The food is also really flavorful and pretty good, but does get pretty salty pretty quickly. My favorites surprisingly was the mantou on a stick and fried chicken on a stick! Would definitely get those again. Overall I think it's a pretty neat place, but do expect to spend $50-70 a person with tax and tip. read more

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Good food, good mood, fun drinks, and entertainment. This spot is great to hang out with bright lights, more like rave looking looks, and decorated words and images that glow. You are already drawn into it once you see it on the street. Like come in and eat here already! We ordered tons of different dishes and their menu is really really BIG. Also be prepare to be weirded out if you aren't into exotic foods like worms and grasshoppers with your fries. Corn Kernel Bunch: 5/5 (We ordered so much of this it was that good) Grilled Scallop w/Vermicelli: 5/5 (very tasty and the scallop wasnt overcooked) Beek Skewer: 4/5 Chicken Steak in pancake: 3/5 (This was meh...) Grilled Shrimp paste: 3/5 Mini beef skewer: 4/5 Spicy Clams: 5/5 (this was seriously spicy... like really) Grilled Oysters: 5/5 (so yum) Spicy Razor Clams: 5/5 (really generous and bis sized) Toast: 5/5 OMG Ded so buttery and sweet Salted Egg Chicken Wings: 5/5 (really nice salted egg crust on each) Beef Tripe: 5/5 comes in a nice soupy and spicy sauce Pork Belly with garlic: 5/5 (spicy as well) Shrimp in garlic butter: 5/5 (ginormous shrimp swimming in that butter omgawd) Wash all this down with some soju and it'll be a FUN night! I'll be back again to try everything else soon! read more

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Bright Neon Lights. That's the first thing I saw when I went to the restaurant. I went with a group of 6 on a Thursday night, and we got seated immediately. Parking tends to be crammed during the night, but there is a "secret" parking lot behind the H-Mart that has plenty of space. Inside, there are a lot of neon lights and comfy couches, which reminded me of asian karaoke places. The restaurant also has live singing performances on Wednesdays to Sundays after 8pm (note that you would have to pay a $2 tip to singer if you eat at that timeframe). The air conditioning was blasting on high so it was quite cold in the place too. Ordering the food was a bit messy. All of us ordered on our phones, and we had to browse the clunky menu ui. Also, it was difficult for all of us to track which items we ordered since all our orders get put into one list afterwards. My group ordered many different types of skewers ranging from meat, tofu and veggies. The price of a skewer is around 4 dollars, which is very reasonable. I thought all the skewers I tried tasted good and spicy. Note that you can't adjust the spiciness of each skewer, so prepare to have a decent spice tolerance. My favorite was probably the single lamb skewer ($3) A big issue I had was how fast the skewers cooled down. They do have a warming plate to put the skewers on, but it is not very effective. The AC being on full blast also made the skewers colder by the minutes. I assume this won't be an issue for groups that didn't order many skewers; however, for groups who order lots of skewers, it could be a point of caution. Service was decent, but it was sometimes difficult to tell which batch of skewers we were getting since they get piled up. For our group of 6, we had to pay a non-negotiable 20% tip, which is to be expected since we were a group. Overall, it's a unique restaurant with a wide selection of skewers. Don't expect to have the greatest eating experience, but it's still a good place to hangout with friends and wind down after a long work day. read more

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Been to a few skewer spots in the Cupertino area. But this one is still the best in terms of flavor and options. So it gets 5 stars based on that merit alone. The menu has weird names for foods and products, but contributes to the charm. They may need someone to rework those in the future to make it more accessible to all audiences. The service isn't spectacular - but that's expected at most joints like these. So if you know that going in, you'll be fine. Just enjoy the awesome lights, tasty food, drinks, and karaoke. Note, the food can get a bit expensive if you don't keep track of how much you're ordering and you need to tip performers on stage, so keep that in mind. read more

The wait can get longgggg, was over an hour for a Saturday night. But they give you a free appetizer/entree if you waited more than 45-60mins! This place is pretty fun since they have live singers, and give you little props to hype up the performers lol. I like the food here more than Skewer Bar! I feel like the cook of the food was better but the seasoning is about the same. Food came out decently fast (way faster than Skewer Bar). You order on your phone so there's no much interaction with staff for service. read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - fish balls, mini beef skewers, chicken skin, scallop - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Came here at 9PM on a Friday and I guess the hyped has died down since we only waited for 15 minutes. If you want to avoid the wait however during dinner rush, I'd recommend checking out their sister restaurant, Skewer Bar, which essentially has the same items. The place is very aesthetically pleasing with illuminated bright lights and signs everywhere. They also have singers and karaoke which was pretty entertaining to watch while eating. Once seated, you're given a QR code that you can order from. Skewers (5/5) - All the skewers use the same seasoning, but it's really good! The seasoning gives a rich, savory, & spicy taste. My favorite skewers were the chicken skins, tofu skins and bread. Cheese Corn (5/5) - This dish was just your traditional cheese corn but I really liked the large portion they gave. Mystery Drink Box (3/5) - We got this thinking the drinks would be special, but each bottle was either wine, soju, or beer. I think one of them was vinegar too..I would only recommend getting this if you want to play drinking games with your party. Strawberry Soju Cocktail (5/5) - This drink was really very refreshing & sweet and went great with skewers. read more

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Discovery Fusion BBQ in San Jose offers a vibrant dining experience that combines taste, culture, and entertainment into one package. The restaurant features an assortment of unique dishes and regional delicacies, making it more than just your standard Chinese BBQ joint. Popular menu items include mini beef skewers, chicken wings, pork belly, and deep-fried tofu, each seasoned distinctively to stand out on their own. The ambiance adds to the restaurant's appeal with bright neon and LED lights, fog effects, and even a stage for live performances, making it a lively spot for late-night dining. The service is accommodating, and the place offers a hip, casual vibe that is good for groups and late dining. However, all the dishes were too salty for our family tastebuds. We ordered 2 combo ordered, for 4 people. The only wasn't salty was the Korean beef rib and the grilled lettuce. They surely over seasoned every dish, unfortunately. I wish they would have the spice on the table, you can always add more salt but you can't undone the seasoning. Despite these mixed reviews, the restaurant still manages to attract patrons looking for something different in the culinary scene of San Jose. The Gen Z is properly the type of guests for this place. Not for my parents boomers and us Millennials. Dinner for 4 with 20% tips were $240 for us. read more

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The vibes of this restaurant is completely vibrant. From the live karaoke music, to the lighting, and exceptional hospitality - this is a must-visit restaurant especially if you're looking for a unique dining experience. Before diving in to what makes this place spectacular, the cons I had were mainly from the waiting time and parking space. We waited nearly 2 hours to get seated for a table of three. Reservations are only taken several days before visit. Parking space is very limited because the restaurant is located in a plaza with an Asian supermarket and other restaurants. If you're planning to come here, expect an enduring amount of waiting and frustration with parking. But once you are seated, the amazing experience starts. The atmosphere is very loud with live music. Lights and colors fill up the space. It really is a very inviting and warm atmosphere perfect for a good night out with friends. For the food, everything was a delight. Their menu consists of an abundant options of barbecue, deep-fried dishes, seafood, soup and more. My favorite has to be the beef ribs and the chicken skins. The beef ribs was tender and flavorful. The chicken skin had that perfect crunchy texture with a salty umami taste. Despite the hecticness and bustling nature of the restaurant, service was still very fast. The servers were always delighted to assist you, continually check in on your table, and sometimes even have small conversations with your table. read more

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Pretty good place for celebrations. I'm sure most people come here for the vibes. The neon lights make you feel like you're in China and there's always someone signing. Ordering is down via QR code and the menu is extremely extensive with a bunch of exotic meats, weird drinks. The skewers and most of the dishes are good, but the flavors on the meats can get repetitive. I don't think there was a dish that I didn't like, but the my favorite was def the spicy eggplant. Ordering all the skewers can add up quick and the portions are pretty small for each order. This is a place you come maybe 3 times a year for a celebration. read more

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*LOCATION* This new restaurant is in the same plaza as H mart and several other popular restaurants/shops. Parking can be a pain so I'd recommend going to the back lot to try your luck. *WAIT TIME* Our party of 7 had a birthday reservation for Sunday 5:30pm. A few people were ~20 minutes late but they were still able to seat everybody else first! *FOOD* -Skewers: pretty pricy for the amount of meat that you get on each skewer, the flavors end up all tasting the same after awhile -Meat pies: flaky outside with pretty good fillings inside -Rice cakes: decent amount of yummy octopus, super spicy sauce -Strawberry soju: tasted like straight alcohol with a hint of flavoring -Mystery box: this is a fun little game with mini aluminum unmarked bottles that contained different mystery liquids (vodka, vinegar, soda, etc), the bottles seemed kinda dirty/gross to me so I tried not to think about it too much LOL -Soy milk: nice and refreshing! *SERVICE* Typical service that you'd find in an asian restaurant. Our biggest complaint was that it was hot AF in there as it didn't seem like there was any A/C or air circulation. We were all literally sweating the whole time during our meal... On the up side, they were able to store our birthday cake for us until we were ready for it! *AMBIENCE* This place has a super fun vibe with crazy neon lights on the outside and really cool decor on the inside. They didn't have any singers/performers the day we were there unfortunately :( Overall, it's an interesting place to try out for the fun of it but not sure if I'll be returning anytime soon. read more

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IG: @hungry.hungry.helena I've been to @discoveryfusionbbq multiple times now and it's the best shaokao in the SF Bay Area that I've tried. Fair warning, the seasoning is salty, so get some carbs and cold appetizers too! Skewers: -Lamb skewers + beef skewers: 10/10. DON'T get the mini skewers, meat is tiny on those. Pay the $3 for the big, thick skewer -Chicken wing skewer: 9/10. -Chicken skin skewer: 10/10. SO CRUNCHY!! Like a chip -Pork belly skewer: 5/10. Hit or miss, first time was amazing and juicy. Second time was tough -Eel skewer: 1/10. Only thing I didn't like, it tasted muddy? -Sesame biscuit skewer: 10/10. Shao bing, my favorite -BBQ chives skewer: 8/10. Good veggie to break up the taste -King oyster mushroom skewer: 9/10. -Duck intestines small skewers: 6/10. Good flavor and crunchy, but nothing special -Lotus root slices skewer: 8/10. Love the crunch Appetizers/shared dishes: -Iron plate squid: 9/10. SO tender and flavorful -Yellow croaker cold salad (from most popular dishes, not the skewer): 10/10. Beautiful blend of complex vinegar sauce, so refreshing -Shredded potato salad (most popular dishes): 9/10. Fried thinly sliced potato strips mixed with spring onions and onion in light vinegar sauce. -Fry river shrimp with salted egg: 10/10. So crunchy and light, amazing salted yolk flavor -BBQ whole eggplant: 10/10. I always get this at shaokao -Cucumber with garlic sauce: 7/10. A bit too sweet than I'm used to, but very refreshing Street fried food: -Chicken crispy bone: 7/10. Trendy in China, not sure why. tastes like regular chicken skewer Dessert: -Fried milk (curds): 8/10. Good dessert, fun texture Drinks: -Suan Mei tang (smoked plum juice): 10/10. I always get this at Chinese restaurants when they have it, it's like the liquid version of the smoked plum candy. Not everyone's cup of tea but I love it -We tried a few of their fruit alcohol drinks and they were all great, along with the beer read more

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Great place to go to if you are looking for skewers. Discovery Fusion BBQ is located in a plaza and parking can be hard to find sometimes since H Mart, 85 Bakery, Yi Fang Tea and a couple other businesses are located in the same plaza area. Came here on a Tuesday night around 7pm and got seated in 5 minutes. There is a tablet available when you walk in to add your name to the waitlist if no staff member is at the podium. This place is so aesthetic with vibrant colored lights outside and inside the restaurant. Definitely a fun restaurant if youre coming with a group. When seated, there is a QR code at the table to scan to view the menu and order directly from your device. The food doesnt come out all at the same time, but it does come out fast. I loved the cucumber salad just to offset the taste from the skewers since its all seasoned the same. There is a container already at the table to put your finished skewer sticks in. read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Flavorful food as usual as well as good service! Recommended food: golden fried rice!!! Skewers!! Eggplant! This place is kids friendly I guess? Although doesn't seem to have baby seats. This place is too popular - over an hour wait if no reservation. We booked around 5 to get 630 reservations however still get to wait for 20 minutes. Singer is a bit too loud if you'd like to conversations with your party but it did lighten up the atmosphere! Price level at ball park of $50 per person. read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Fried rice - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

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I've been wanting to try this place and was able to go for dinner with some friends from out of state. I made reservations over the phone. There's a 6 person minimum for reservations. They told me if you come around 5-5:30pm there's usually no line but once it's 6:30pm the wait gets really long. Parking gets super busy in the plaza so it can be hard to get a spot. We got there 10-15 min late so we had to wait a bit but they were able to accommodate us still. The decorations & aesthetic of the place was really nice and there was also a live performer singing & playing the guitar so it was pretty loud. We had ordered the food using our phones. My favorite out of the bunch were the pork belly, lamb & pork skewers. The seafood pancake was a bit too soggy for my taste and the lobster tails felt like mostly soft shell & they were tiny. The portions are really small for the price. We paid $110 w/ tip & tax & it didn't really fill us up. I'd go once to try but don't think it's worth the price. read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Seafood Pancake - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California

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This is definitely the nicest looking skewer place I've ever been to in the US! The food itself was authentic and delicious too! They had an extensive selection of drinks right at the entrance to choose from. We got some fruity alcohol, and it was in such a cute bottle~ They also had some fun shots/game options for the party, but we didn't get this time. The food menu was massive too, from starters to skewers to main dishes (different kinds of noodles & fried rice), and then desserts! Their dishes were flavorful, and skewers were well-seasoned. (Slightly saltier than I wanted, but I feel like skewers are pretty salty in general) Overall I really liked the variety this place offered! The atmosphere was spot on~ They did a great job decorating the space, and there's live music in the evening as well~ read more

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I was happy to hear that this skewer bar is in the Cupertino area, and even more surprised that it was in the quiet, family friendly, de Anza plaza. This place opens late! Until 2am on weekend nights. Has a sort of "viet cafe"/Chinese HK /bar vibes with loud music, neon lights, bottle service and late night eat and drink. They have a cool electronic fake "fire" in the middle, and a singer who performs songs + requested songs, plastic cherry blossom tree, and large refrigerators showcasing their many alcoholic drinks. My friend and I came around 6:20pm on a Thursday night. But we were able to be seated right away. I was worried bc I heard some reviews say that they had to wait 30-45 min on a weeknight at 630pm. We used the QR code to order a bunch of items off our first round and we got it relatively fast. We also got the matcha soju cocktail which was delicious, a server opened and served us our first shot as well. Later we got the yuzu cocktail which was great too. What I recommend -tofu skin -the steam white bao bread -chicken hearts -ox penis (one of their specialties, if you dare hehe) We also got their mini lamb and beef skewers but they were so small and barely had any meat on them. The corn was ok. The mushroom and eggplant were hard to eat, the mushroom and eggplant were hard to take a bite out of. We also tried their street corn. It's sweet but it was not that great. Otherwise, the spices they use to flavor their skewers was delicious. It was a little spicy and had a kick of flavor. I enjoyed it a lot. After we ordered our second round, it took them over 30 minute after we placed it for them to bring it out. The person who seemed like the owner said it was because there were a lot of people who came in, so the orders on their machine gets backed up. Which means the reason why we got our food so quickly the first time was because there were a lot less people in the restaurant. We paid a little over $100 for two people and we were satisfied. It is pricy for what it is. I think the move here is to order some of their other bigger items, such as trays, veggies, meat dishes, and order skewers as a side. Or else you'll be racking up money just trying to get full off skewers. There are cheaper skewer places with bigger portions if you go a couple minutes out. Also a note, we sat away from the singer, but we still ended up paying $2 singer tip ($1 per person) at the end of our night. My friend thought it was funny but prob not a good idea to charge extra for performances we didn't know was going to happen. I can see why people would love to come and drink /party . It's a good new addition to the neighborhood. This is a good place to try at least once, but I'd rather go elsewhere to have dinner. read more

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I saw a lot of videos about this place so I had to check it out as it looked really cool. The parking lot can be pretty busy at times. If you see a place with a lot of neon lights on the outside windows, you have arrived. Upon entering, there was a lot of neon lights/decor as well as a fridge full of interesting drinks! You can also hear music/people singing. When our table was ready, we were able to scan the QR code and begin ordering items. You can keep ordering as you go. It was my first time going, so I pretty much just let my friends who have been there a few times take the lead. They ordered a bunch of skewers and some other dishes that I couldn't identify. The skewers came out pretty quickly and everything (meat, veggies, bread) was flavored/seasoned really well!! I ended up really enjoying the buns and the toast skewer. Great experience! Would definitely go again and try even more items! read more

Discovery Fusion BBQ - Skewers - Chinese Near Me - San Jose, California