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    Genki Grill

    4.6 (162 reviews)
    InexpensiveKorean, Japanese
    Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    GENKI GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Spicy porn & teriyaki chicken
    james B.

    This place is sort of like all the other teriyaki bowl places but way better. The small business touch to this common item in California is done so well with delicious sauce and really well prepared spicy pork and chicken that hits the mark. I recommend both the spicy pork and their chicken bowls. The price is on par with the quality and amount of food they pack in those Togo packages. I want to say this place is in my top three teriyaki bowl place

    Chicken bowl , white rice no toppings or veggies
    April A.

    My partner & I went in last night for a quick meal on the way home. It was very fast service, the staff that was working were so polite and friendly. It's a small, tasty little place. Much better than flame broiler in my opinion. We both loved our food.

    Grilled Beef Bowl & Miso Soup
    Jeanette G.

    The food was delicious & the service was amazing. Ambiance was relaxing with a tv playing. They had a good drink and snack collection too. No public restrooms though.

    Olivia H.

    Thank you so much to the team! We had a group of teens for a construction camp lunch and we took over the place so they were fueled before a jobsite walk! As always the food is great!

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    Janice C.

    Food is good. Our family's favorites are the spicy pork bowl and the short rib plate. Service is awesome. They are always friendly. Place ambiance is simple almost giving out the small canteen vibe. A lot of workers come here to eat lunch or have items to go. You can always call in advance to order your food and it is usually cooked fast.

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    Roven M.

    Amazing flavor from the chicken and pork. Friendly service. Small parking lot. They had a news channel playing on a T.V.. Owner was super friendly and happy that I stopped by. Chicken was tender, and teriyaki sauce had a nice sweetness to it that cuts through the chicken and pork really well. Rice was cooked well. Green onion was crisp. If I'm in the area, I would stop by again.

    Mini beef bowl
    Lily A.

    Hidden gem with generous food portions. The meat is expertly cut and cooked to perfection, always fresh. Their trio of sauces - two spicy options and a delightful teriyaki sauce - are simply divine. The staff is welcoming and efficient, with convenient parking available. A must-try spot for a satisfying lunch

    Plate of rice spicy pork and beef. (Ignore the chicken on top....I took it off the other plate I had )

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    2 months ago

    Great food and service! Love the mini-bowl option. Perfect menu size. Polite employee/owner. The sauce options were delicious.

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    7 months ago

    The workers are so sweet the food is super affordable and the place is homey and clean!

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    8 months ago

    Everything was amazing. Close to my job! Friendly staff and nice and cozy place. Very fast service. The food was delicious!!

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    Great teriyaki chicken plate ! Service was quick and very good. Small local spot that I would definitely recommend.

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    7 months ago

    Great food is great quality. Their tofu bowl is really good. They are always smiling and friendly.

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    8 months ago

    This is the best chicken bowl in town! I eat there at least once a week and get the same thing every time.

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    1 year ago

    We showed up late but the quality is still the best. Tender beef and juicy chicken with good portions!

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    1 year ago

    Quick, budget friendly, and tasty bowls under 10. No fuss. What waba. With the teriyaki and hot sauce, one cannot go wrong.

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    Great deal. Tastes great. I'm sure it'll be busy when you're there. Quick service. Definitely worth the trip.

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    Dawa Kitchen - The front half of the restaurant is not huge, so avoid coming with a large group unless you don't mind splitting up.

    The front half of the restaurant is not huge, so avoid coming with a large group unless you don't mind splitting up.

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    Dduk Bok Ki (added cheese $4 and ramen noodle for $3) total $24

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    Yoo's Place - Nice set up - super convenient.

    Nice set up - super convenient.

    Yoo's Place - 56. Jajang Myun

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    5.0 mi
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    View of the restaurant

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    Their front sign

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    Mokkoji is a Shabu Shabu that stands the test of time for me. I have been coming back for years and…read moreyears and I am shocked at how good it is every time I come back. Though this place is not Ayce and only offers two dipping sauces (goma - sesame sauce and ponzu), the meat quality is stellar and you can always ask for more veggies! Also you can choose to make porridge at the end of your meal. Normally, I order the large size of the beef belly marinated and it fills me up completely. Service is always friendly and the place is so clean and well kept. I will definitely back

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