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    Gaos BBQ & Crab

    4.1 (20 reviews)

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    Helen M.

    Great spot overall. The food was flavorful and unique, especially the skewers and seafood, everything came out fresh and well seasoned. You can tell they put effort into the menu and presentation. Service was good and friendly, just a bit slow at times when it got busy. The vibe is fun and lively, good place to go with a group and try a variety of dishes. Definitely worth coming back, just expect a little wait during peak hours.

    David L.

    Overall really liked this place! It took over a previous skewer place. Very hip place. Service was great. They came by a lot to make away trash and dishes. Food: + Lamb skewers + Intestines + Crawfish + Tongue = Clams - a bit sweet = Kidney - very organy

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    April V.

    Wow! I was not expecting to love this restaurant as much as I did. First things first, Evan you are an asset to the business. He was helpful, patient, and I watched him treating every guest the same. Food 10/10. Service 10/10. I love the homey feeling, the ambiance, and the big screen music background. The servers were so kind and pleasant to everyone and most of them are young. Great job guys! I will be back.

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    Monalisa Z.

    Knocked out 2 stars ... I saw the ad on Facebook that GAO Bbq has $1 big lamb skewer before 6.30pm. We went to this Frisco location and were told the happy hour $1 big lamb skewer is only available at Allen location. So yeah go to Allen location guys !

    Chaille K.

    I'm happy gaos is reopened. Open late, great service and food. My now go to spot after work. I get off pretty late and most options are fast food. GAOs saving my life!

    Jeanna F.

    First, the service was not great at all. I wish they would have explained the experience or the menus. The food also was not good (imo) because it was all one flavor, vegetables, meats, and all. However, The ambiance was cute and interesting and with tweaks to food and service they could improve!

    Enoki mushroom

    Amazing good restaurant. The food is delicious! The service is great! Highly recommended

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    Eleshiya J.

    Hands down one of the best spots in town Gao's BBQ & Crab nailed every bite--bold flavors, fresh seafood, and portions that don't play. If you love real flavor, this is your sign.

    Believe they just opened not long ago. Food was okay, can't say there was much of service because after they brought you food that was it. Water bottle/glass in the table. Prices are on the pricey side. Seasoning for all food is pretty much the same.

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    2 months ago

    Very delicious skewers I highly recommend. Great atmosphere. The pepper beef skewers are fire.

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    13 days ago

    GAOs was amazing! The happy hour had such cheap $1 lamb skewers! Definitely will be coming back

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    1 month ago

    Gao is our favorite Chinese BBQ place!!! So glad they opened a store in this plaza :) highly recommended!!

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    2 months ago

    Great BBQ! The environment is very entertaining! The food here is very delicious as well. I will come again

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