this is the place to go for crab and shrimp and seafood be in paradise high-quality seafood at great prices!!! read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

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good service, employers were nice and had been on time with all our orders. The food was consistent, and some of their bbq really surprised me in its flavor. I will definitely come back again! read more

We went to Gao's BBQ and crab and was super impressed. The restaurant has a small entrance from the front. They have a decent amount of space for dining. There are different specials depending when you go. How it works is you scan the QR code at the table to order your items at which the server will confirm and then bring them out to you. The website will also tell you what is or is not in stock. The server will also come by later to see if you would like to adjust the seasoning level. They have a decent variety of skewers you can order from veggies to seafood and a variety of meats. They also have noodles, rice and other dishes to order from. They make it easy compared to other skewer places where you got to cook yourself. Here the staff cooks the skewers, so all you have to do is dine and enjoy. On the tables the have a small warming box to keep your skewers warm as you dine. We liked the standard seasoning and spice level they had for the skewers. The seasoning had lots of cumin. We also got the Dan Dan noodles which were served cold and had a good kick to the flavor. For us we thought the heat level of the spice was the right level. It also has cilantro, peanuts, cucumbers and spices. We also got a fried rice which was also very enjoyable. The service we got from the staff was top notch. We will be back again in the future. read more

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Great spot with great ambience and live music. Definitely feels like an authentic Chinese late night BBQ spot, and the deals are really good. What really surprised me is that they have $1 beers, and if you spend $20 you can get unlimited $4 Korean cold noodles. It's a full sized portion that would easily cost around $20 elsewhere in the city. The meat sticks were decent and the seafood combo was okay. The lobster didn't seem too fresh or might have been overcooked since the meat was sticking to the shell, but the snow crab legs were fine. What really stood out was the garlic butter sauce, we even ordered extra rice just to eat with it. The seafood combo also comes with a bunch of appetizers, meat sticks, and even a main dish. We got the northern style cold dan dan noodles, which had peanuts, cucumbers, and fried soybeans instead of the usual meat and peanut sauce. It was so good we ended up ordering a second one for the table. The sauce was refreshing, a little sour and savory, and went really well with the heavier meats and seafood. The only issue was the speed of service. It took a while between each round, and we would finish everything and just be sitting there waiting with nothing to eat in between. read more

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Servers were nice, food was well portioned. The space is tight but it's a cool vibe with moody lighting. We got lucky and were seated almost immediately, but just note that on weekends, they only do reservations for parties more than 6 people. Everyone else would be on a waitlist. Can't give 5 stars because most of the skewers came out lukewarm instead of hot, which affects the enjoyment of them, as there's nothing quite like enjoying a fresh, piping hot skewer straight from the grill. But, the flavors were pretty good, especially on the one dish that did come out hot for us, the shrimp plate. I'm sure I'll be back to try the other seafood options- we mostly stuck to skewers this time since we were there in time to take advantage of their happy hour deal, which, admittedly, is quite nice. read more

What a gem here in Flushing! Their chuan'er (串兒/烤串) are incredible, with really high-quality meat on the skewers, barbecued to perfection. The service is wonderful, too! They have a happy hour until 6:30 PM with $2 wagyu and $1 premium lamb skewers, both are incredibly tasty. The Korean cold noodles were a surprise hit--so refreshing and delicious. A must-try spot! read more

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Only from 4pm to 2am from Mondays to Fridays and noon to 2am on weekends. The 4pm-630pm happy hour specials are worth a try, they had Wagyu beef and lamb skewers for half price! Both were cooked to perfection with a hint of wood fired char that gave it a nice kick of flavor. We also tried the garlic fresh crawfish and it hit the spot with corn and potatoes. The inside is quite cozy with great service and they provided us with plastic gloves/bibs for the seafood. Overall, the experience was nice and quite tasty, you order by scanning the QR code on the table. I will have to come back to try the crab and other seafood, It is nice to find a place like this that will be open even until 2am! read more

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Skewers here were extremely good, and Happy Hour prices are really good. Finally found a place with kebabs as good as we used to get in Toronto. Came on a weekend lunch and it was about half full. The happy hour is now limited to lamb kebabs ($1) and wagyu beef (2). We figured that the lamb ones would be tiny given the price, but they were actually quite large. Meat was really flavorful, although a bit fatty. Can't complain given the price though. Wagyu beef was also good, although I did prefer the lamb. The other dishes were great too. Got a variety of skewers. Also ordered a curry squid dish, which was my least favorite as it was fairly salty. So will likely stick to skewers next time. The boba drinks are huge too, and also priced reasonably. Will definitely return next time I'm in Flushing! read more

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I love Chinese BBQ skewers!! And my first trip to Gao's BBQ & Crab did not disappoint. We ordered the Big Lamb Skewers, Small Lamb with Fat Skewers, Pork Skewers, Frog Leg Skewers and Northern Wonton. Everything was seasoned perfectly and tasted delicious!! The Big Lamb Skewers were my absolute favorite! Service was good as we were first time customers, and our server explained how to digitally order everything (no paper menus here). Everything was very reasonably priced. Very cool ambience overall. Also helps that they're open late. Looking forward to going back and trying even more items from the menu. Highly recommended for a unique and fun dining experience. read more

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Good food good vibes. A great weekend place with friends. Service is good. Nice environment. read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Yummy food - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

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We made a reservation for an early dinner for 5 people. Not sure if they take reservations on the weekends during the dinner rush. They have Happy Hour specials, so expect the restaurant to fill up during the dinner rush. You order with a QR code, which is specific to your table. If you have any questions, the staff is there to help, though they seem to mostly speak Chinese. They do double check your order after you submit it. There are seasonings, sunflower seeds and napkins on the table. They bring out gloves if you're going to get your hands dirty. We came for the Happy Hour Special, which is daily from Open - 6:30 PM: $1 Lamb Skewers (normally $3.99) and $2 Wagyu Skewers (normally $4.25). They also have a Mon - Thurs Special from 6:30 PM - Close with a $20+ order: $3.99 Yanbian Cold Noodles with unlimited refills. There is also a Monthly(?) Special Dish, which is a discounted dish. For us, it was the Signature Wok-Fried Jumbo Shrimp ($9.99, normally $23.50), which we did order. The Lamb and Wagyu skewers were tender and well worth their pricing. Definitely make it for the Happy Hour Special and load up on these skewers. Besides the specials, we got a variety of skewers to try: -Pork: I wish it was a chunkier cut, but pretty good if you want pork -Bacon Enoki: must try, the right ratio of bacon and enoki -Green Bean: needed some more greens and this grills up nicely *I didn't try the below, as only a couple of us wanted to try these and we didn't want to over-order: -BBQ Corn -Taiwanese Style Sausage -Chicken Gizzard Besides the skewers, we got a variety of dishes: -Signature Wok-Fried Jumbo Shrimp: great portion size for the price. Very flavorful and fresh. It does come shell on, so it can be a bit of a mess to eat (unless you like eating the shell). -Smashed Cucumber: Mostly garlicy, would be nice if it was spicy, though I suppose you can add in the seasoning from the table. -BBQ King Eggplant: Also garlicy, eggplant is cooked well -TieLing Dan Dan Noodle: great bouncy noodles, a little too soupy for my liking, but still decent flavor -Snow Crab Combo with the 13 Spice Blend (Boil): very flavorful. there is a decent variety of seafood in here. the snow crab was just ok though, on the smaller side. Overall, a pretty good skewer spot, especially for the Happy Hour special. Next time, I will mostly get skewers! read more

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Dinner with Yelp friends is always a fun time! And with communal food like BBQ skewers at Gao's just adds to the fun. Thanks to Sharon T. for cooking up this last minute meetup in Flushing. I had been wanting to try Gao's for a while and we made an early weekend dinner of it. It's just a few doors down from Macy's on Roosevelt Ave with just a doorway that leads down a hallway back into the restaurant. Don't go into the hot pot place in the front. It's funny that the hot pot place's sign covers up Gao's sign, making it kind of like a hidden back-alley illicit speakeasy where you need to say a password into an eye slot in the door. I'm glad that Sam Y. was able to get cel service this far back from the street to access the QR code menu to order because I got nada. And because we came in before 6:30pm, we were able to order happy hour specials like $1 Lamb and $2 Wagyu skewers, which we loaded up on. I don't know how Wagyu the beef was, but they were pretty tender. They could have been from Joe's Wagyu and I wouldn't have cared. Anything that can be poked through with a bamboo stick and thrown across a flame is fair game. String beans, corn on the cob, sliced pork belly, more beef & more lamb. I was the only one to order a grilled Taiwanese sausage. It was big & quite good (did she say that?). The skewers kept coming to be thrown across the votive candle box to keep warm. A big plate of Spicy Shrimp arrived and that kept us busy peeling shells and sucking shrimp heads, while trying to tolerate the chili peppers. A plate of Smashed Pickled Cucumbers that Mike liked kept the heat in check. Then the Snow Crab cluster boil with more shrimp and sausage & potatoes came. It was with the deadly 13 spice sauce and it just piled on the heat. The servers kept refilling the water carafe, but what I really needed was a firehose. Another tasty dish was the Grilled Garlic & Miso Eggplant, which I divvied up. Sharon liked the Dan Dan Noodles, but me, not so much. I'll stick to the meat and grilled stuff. It was a very satisfying meal that I would do again in a second. All the better because it was shared with good friends. Plus it was not too hard on the wallet, which I can really appreciate. read more

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For my first review of 2026, I'd like to highlight Gao's BBQ & Crab in Downtown Flushing! This review is long overdue! I went to Gao's about a month ago and have been jonesing to go back! Take advantage of their Happy Hour Specials: Available everyday, from opening until 6:30pm These are the items we had (shared by 2 ppl): - Complimentary Sunflower Seeds - 8 Wagyu Beef Skewers ($2 each...normally $4.25). These were perfection. The meat was so tender and just melted in your mouth. - 8 Xinjiang Lamb Skewers ($1 each...normally $3.75). These skewers were not as meaty as the Wagyu skewers but they were just as delicious. I mean for $1 per skewers, you really can't beat that! - Chef's Special Shrimp ($9.99...normally $25). This was a generous portion of a dozen large prawns. Excellent dish and a must order! Absolutely delicious. But be warned: these come with the shells still on. I actually ate the shells along with the prawns. - Special Cold Noodle $3.99 (avail Mon -Thur, after 6:30pm). Another great dish! This was also a very large portion, and came in a cold soup. So tasty and went well with all our other dishes. *** Don't forget to add the dry spices that are available in the shakers at the table. The dry cumin and spicy seasonings made these skewers come alive. Just delicious. This entire meal came out to just $38 (before tax/tip)....what a bargain! We definitely took advantage of the Happy Hour Specials and the other Specials they offered! Note that they have a huge menu with a nice variety of skewers and seafoods. We "only" tried the above items but Gao's has so much more to offer. I look forward to a return visit to try other dishes and repeat some of the items we already had. Hospitality and customer service were excellent! They really took the time to explain all the specials available, as well as their entire menu options. Great atmosphere! * Free parking in the rear after 6:30pm read more

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We hit this place up for their happy hour special. Currently they offer $1 lamb skewers and $2 Wagyu skewers - load up on these and be happy. We did manage to try other dishes. There was $9.99 special on BBQ Shrimp - they came with the heads on and you need to peel them yourself. Good thing they provide gloves. We got one of the crab boils, but I would probably pass on this. I must say though that the 13 spice blend was the way to go - it was spicy and a good Sichuan peppercorn flavor that I really enjoyed. Don't sleep on the bacon wrapped enoki skewers - they might have been one of my favorite of the night. The Dan Dan noodles were solid - the bowl was large enough the share. I saw they have a $3.99 unlimited cold noodle special weeknights (Mon to Thur) after 6:30pm, but you also need to order $20 additional items. Everything I put in my mouth here was seasoned extremely well and everything served was quality. The service is very attentive - the staff greets you with a cheer as you walk through the door. They also change out your plates often and provide plenty of napkins. On the table there are shakers of delicious seasonings to add even more flavor to your dishes. read more

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There seems to be a hotpot on every corner in Flushing. So we decided to shake things up and try a BBQ and seafood boil. We wandered into Gao's BBQ & Crab. Ambience - dimly lit, pub like feel. There was live music tonight. The seating is a little cramped and you have to order off a phone app via a QR code. Food - we ordered: Crab legs cooked in a heavy Cajun type buttery seasoning. It was very flavorful, but overpowered the natural flavor of the snow crab legs. 4/5 Grilled Oysters - fresh grilled oysters with chopped garlic. While definitely fresh, the flavor was meh. 3/5 Skewered meats - essentially the same skewers you would get from the street carts. 4/5 TL/DR: if you are in the mood to hang out with some friends over some live music, meat skewers and crabs, Gao's should be on your list. read more

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Came here with friends hungry for skewers and this place delivered! Service is really fast. There was someone playing acoustic singing English/Chinese songs in the back - so nice! The skewers themselves were so good! Some a little fattier than others. Overall, liked most of everything! We all want to come back. My favorites are the following: Lamb - especially the big lamb is more tender, not as fatty but the 2nd time I went is was a bit fattier which was unfortunate Intestine with garlic Okra Green bean - underrated and sooo good! Fish cake Pepper beef Beef tongue read more

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Came here after seeing a review on Instagram. For starters, there is limited parking in the area. Fortunately, we went in the evening when the meters were no longer in effect. The restaurant is also not very easy to find. Like many places in the area, it's tucked in between other storefronts and the entrance is small. When we walked in, there wasn't anything particularly fancy about the space. It's also not very big, it's very narrow inside. It happened to not be busy the day we went so we were seated right away. To order, you have to scan a QR code posted on the wall. As soon as you scan it, you're prompted with a message and an option to join the restaurant's free membership program. Our waiter tried to explain the purpose of the membership, but there was a significant language barrier, so we decided to skip it since we weren't sure what the perks were. The menu is also accessed through the QR code, and you place your order through it as well. Overall, the ordering process felt a bit cumbersome. There were multiple tabs to navigate through, and several items were listed as "out of stock." The alcoholic beverage menu was also limited, and you can only order the drinks listed. Additionally, the liquor being used appeared to be bottom-shelf and no-name brands, just as an FYI. Because of that, we decided not to order any alcoholic beverages and just stuck with water. On a positive note, the food came out fairly quickly and was served hot, which I appreciated. We ordered several different items and everything was decent overall. We tried the crab boil, but it didn't include corn because they had "run out" that day. Instead, we were offered extra potatoes or a boiled egg. We asked if we could substitute additional sausage instead, and they kindly accommodated our request. The sauce that came with the crab boil, which I assume is their signature sauce since we weren't asked to choose a seasoning, was actually pretty tasty. One thing to note is that the shrimp are prawns served with the heads on, which I personally didn't love. We also ordered a variety of meat skewers. They were served on a tin box with small candles inside to keep the skewers hot, which was a nice touch. The soy sauce fried rice was just okay; in hindsight we probably should have asked for it without vegetables. Once you're done eating, the bill is brought to you. One thing I did take notice of, was that when it got to the tip part, our waiter mentioned "no tip" when I selected "skip" and then he asked if we were giving a cash tip. Once we said "yes" he took the payment for the bill, which we paid using our cards, and then had his hand out waiting for the cash tip. Overall, this isn't a restaurant I would return to, but I will say the prices are very reasonable. read more

Started off with the Dan Dan Noodles - it was refreshing yet full of flavors. It was a good starting appetizers and also a good way to cleanse after all the skewers! The skewers were all cooked in the kitchen and the grilled was just to heat it up. Some favorites were the juicy wagyu beef, sliced potatoes and mushrooms! There's also spices on the table if you want more kick to your food. The chef special squid was phenomenal - chewy, flavorful and packed with squid! They really don't skim on the portion. Will def be back during happy hour for more wagyu! read more

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Weathers getting colder and the next best thing besides hotpot is a seafood boil and skewers. Came across this place and the menu intrigued me. We got seated upon entering, didn't look to busy arrived around 6:30pm, ordering is via QR code which made it easy, music was mostly Kpop in the background, not to loud so conversations can be had. We ordered a few skewers and the snow crab combo. The skewers were delicious and plentiful for the price, the snow combo was also good, but the amount given could have been more for the price of 38$. Overall worth trying if in the area. read more

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I was really craving skewers and decided to check this place out after seeing all the great review and it was a great experience. When I walked in, the server was friendly and explained how everything worked. They also mentioned a cool deal/promotion: if you post about your meal, you can get a free drink or beer, and even $5 off your bill. The skewers were so flavorful and delicious. I could tell they used different marinades, so everything didn't taste the same, which I really appreciated. You can tell they actually put effort into building flavor rather than just tossing the same spices on top. That really stood out to me. I also got the chewy rice cake which was one of my favorites and it was perfect. I love chewy textures, and this totally hit the spot. The brown sugar dipping sauce it came with was amazing too. I was excited to try the surf clams, but the pieces were a bit small, so I didn't think it was really worth it compared to the other items. Overall, I had a great experience. The food was delicious, the flavors were well thought out, and the service was friendly. It can get a little pricey however. read more

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Passed by this place all the time and just never stopped in. I wish I had sokner. The vibe is casual and lively. It's not fancy, but that's part of the charm: piles of skewers (or seafood if you inclined) on the table, cold beer, and plenty of napkins. Service is quick and friendly, and the staff knows how to keep things rolling when the place gets busy. There's a call button for service. Overall, Gao Ksewer and Crab is perfect for a group outing or a late-night catch-up with friends especially since they close at 5. Just don't wear anything too nice, and be ready to get your hands dirty. read more

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Nice atmosphere and vibe, especially when it's later in the night. They have a decent selection of bbq, average tasting in my opinion. Servers are super friendly and attentive. Would definitely come back for the vibes! read more

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Good ambiance and good seafood boil, lamb skewers are yummy but beef skewers are more ok.

Gao's BBQ is a classic spot in Flushing if you are craving for Chinese style BBQ skewers. Another good thing about this spot is that they offer free parking in the rear after 6pm everyday. We tried the tasting menu this time, which includes Cajun seafood with a variety of skewers, Dan Dan noodles, fried buns with condensed milk and 2 cups of milk tea. There's plenty of food for 4 people. The seafood was fresh as always, and I especially enjoyed the Dan Dan noodles, chewy with the spot on sauce. I will be back again soon when I have the crave for seafood and their noodles for sure! read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Cajun crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

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I went with my brother this past weekend to GAO's crab. Our server, Bill, was extremely helpful. The ambiance was nice and reminds me of a night-life venue. We ordered a ma la tang, fried fish balls and skewers ( 5 beef skewers, 10 lamb skewers). I'm pretty sure they threw in the squid skewer on the house. Until 6 PM, the lamb skewers are $1 each as part of their happy hour deal, which is fantastic. The passion fruit green tea was so flavorful and sweet and was a refreshing summer treat. read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

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the skewers were fatty and flavorful. The crawfish was full of meat and the sauce was goes well with it. read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

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First time trying this skewer spot and I am a fan. They sell other stuff besides skewers, so hopefully there's something for everyone! For skewers, we got the chicken skin skewer, big lamb skewer, shrimp skewer, corn kernels skewer, and pepper beef skewer. The chicken skin I'd recommend consuming immediately or it will dry out. The other skewers were prepared well and the meat were tender and juicy. Other items we tried included the Snow Crab Combo, which consisted of snow crab legs, shrimp, corn, potato, a boiled egg, and sausage. If you're in the mood for seafood boil, this is worth getting. The Northern Dan Dan Noodles is a nice cold dish with spicy minced meat, peanuts, cucumber, and cilantro. We also ordered the Foil Clam Rice Noodle, which I enjoyed a lot. Loved the flavoring of this dish and of course the clams. From their BBQ Vegetable section, we also ordered the King of Eggplant and Enoki Mushroom. The eggplant was great, which the enoki mushroom was a bit too salty, so consuming it with white rice helped tame the over flavoring. Aside from over ordering on food, the service is fantastic and pretty attentive. We struggled with opening the menu as there's zero cell reception and they rely on QR codes for you to open their menu and place the order. Their trick was to open menu using WeChat and their wifi, which I so happen to have the app. Overall, it's a great spot to come with friends to hang out after a long week at work or to get your hands on some skewers after a night of drinking. read more

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Omg!! It's so cold side but our tummy was warmed up with some yummy northern Chinese kababs and dried spicy mala shrimps. Must check this place out read more

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Quality: 8/10 dishes were fresh from the kitchen and well cooked, but because its cooked on the spot the food takes at least 10-15 mins to come out Variety: 9/10 a lot of different skewers to choose from as well as main dishes such as rice and noodles and appetizers/drinks (alcoholic and nonalcoholic) Atmosphere/Cleanliness: 8/10 always korean music playing in the background. Place is small but pretty clean for flushing standards, bathroom is gender neutral Service: 9/10 there is a call bell to call for the servers and everything is ordered online via QR code Price: I spent $35 including tax and tip read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

I just had the most incredible experience at this restaurant!!!!The food quality is top-notch and the service is beautiful. The menu is well-curated and the interior is so beautifulCan't wait to come back! read more

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Service was great, food was great and ambience was good too! No complaints whatsoever. Will def come back! They have live music I think on weekends starting at 8, as the guy started singing around 8pm on a sat night. I wish I took more pics but we ordered the skewers, Shrimp, eggplants and noodles. I will def come back so I will take more pics next time! We had the boil last time but wasn't craving it this time and only ordered skewers and main dishes. The skewers were made to perfection and was super flavorful. We had the bullfrog legs, lamb, beef and pork. Everyone of them was AMAZING! And one order comes in 5 for some items as it's smaller portions. read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

Great place to go if you're craving some Chinese style BBQ! They have so many options whether you're craving grilled seafood, meat, or veggies. While they're known for their BBQ skewers, they also have a variety of different entrees and sides. Specifically, I'd recommend the roasted garlic eggplant and tilapia. If you come during their happy hour, they always have deals. When we went, they were offering $1 lamb skewers. The skewers were quite large also, and so worth! Another great perk is that they have deals like free drink or $5 off your bill if you leave a review or post on socials. I got their jasmine passion fruit tea, and it was the perfect balance of jasmine tea and passion fruit, which was especially refreshing accompanied by the spiced skewers. Our server was also very attentive, and took the time to review the menu with us since it was our first time. Would definitely recommend check it out! read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

You can walk by here and not even realize it's here. It's a little hidden gem that stays open late with good food. I love that they have sunflower seeds on the table for you to eat while you wait for your food. The staff is pleasant and you can enjoy live music while you eat. I got the skewers and they are so good. They all pretty much have the same flavor but I really like it so I get the chicken, lamb, beef, corn, broccoli, okra and green bean skewers. The next time I go I'll probably try a boil or their noodles. read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

Many different types of bbq Many times here with my family High recommendation goooood!!! read more

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Gao's Crab and Kabob is a restaurant that focuses on kabobs and crab / seafood boils and it does a decent job. The kabobs are grilled first and then served to you. The ventilation could be better as well. There will be a lot of 5 star reviews I'd imagine from the discount provided when you do one, so rest assured this is not one of those reviews. Taste: 4/5 Ambiance: 3/5 Service: 4/5 Value for money: 3/5 (4/5 if you are able to snag the happy hour deal where you can get $1 lamb skewers) You honestly couldn't go wrong with the kabobs, they are all decent. This place can start to get pricey though without the happy hour discount. read more

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I've been wanting to try the skewers here and finally was able to. The wait was short and the service is attentive. The ambiance is amazing and relaxing! Great staff! read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York

Had a great dining experience here. They offer excellent happy hour specials and offers!

amazing experience, music, and food!! been here a couple time with my boyfriend and it's been always great!! will be coming back!! read more

Came here to catch up with a friend on a Wednesday night! The service and ambience were amazing! Will be back everytime I'm in town! Great food! read more

Opens very late if you are looking for skewers. They also offer dishes. This place is mainly self order. There is also karaoke as well. read more

Gao's BBQ & Crab - Chinese Near Me - Flushing, New York