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    4.6 (2.3k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Banchan
    Jed O.

    We found that the regular menu was much more worth than the premium menu, mainly because the regular items actually seemed more flavorful than the special items (that were just more visually stunning). The bulgogi and regular galbi were the stars of the show for our meal, and we found ourselves ordering more of these items than the special galbi (which needed cutting and were actually less tender) It was important to note however that a lot of our orders (mainly side items) that were ordered through our server did not go through, and it was only after following up a couple of times that we received our items. Some items were out of stock but we were not notified so we were left anticipating items we never received. Especially as this kbbq spot is one of the priciest locations compared to other east bay kbbq places, I would have expected better service and food quality.

    Shellyann Marie A.

    Angie is amazing! She recognized us from a previous time and mentioned we haven't been here in a while. She also kept checking on us and changed our grill even tho she wasn't our server. Our server we had he was pretty forgetful I kept asking for something and he would forget to bring it back to us. I feel like it's the same server we had a horrible experience with who we had the same issue. I'll update the name when I find the receipt. But anyways Angie is great . Thank you for your great customer service skills and being so sweet. There was also a Hispanic busser who catches our attention each time we visit he always makes sure we are good and picks up our dishes. Wish I coulda got his name. But we gave him a tip for always being great.

    Bone Marrow
    Lin M.

    Came here tonight with friends for the first time. We walked in and were seated immediately on a Saturday at 5:30pm. Service was fantastic. They were constantly checking on us and everything came quickly. We went with the premium and everything was delicious! Also enjoyed the robot delivering to our table. The host and servers were all really nice to my service dog. Even though everything was fast we had a great time. I also liked the decor and the vibe of the place.

    Bone Marrow
    Xing Hui L.

    My friend and I came here after a loooong day of moving. At 9PM, we originally went to some place called Chengdu Memories which was PACKED and so we came here which had a shorter wait time. We joined the waitlist from the app and sat in the parking lot, but we barely had to wait, maybe like less than 10mins? As you would imagine, we were famished and wanted to fill ourselves up with an AYCE spot. As we entered the restaurant, I noticed these effects on walls dividing each patron seating that leveraged the smoke from the grills with ember lighting, this created a really awesome flame effect. Upon being seated, the waiter asked us if we wanted to go with the premium menu to which we asked what the difference was - the waiter was very friendly and explained what came with it - what sold it was the bone marrow; the bone marrow came with a slice of bread split into 2 and unfortunately we could only order it once because it was that good. The bread was toasted and each bite was pure perfection. Also, I highly recommend the Lychee Soju pitcher - so good! Towards the end, we were so full that we were questioning if we had enough space for a Melona bar (which btw is also unlimited). I had an amazing time, but one thing that bothered me was that the floors were very slippery which is common for KBBQ spots, but this was a little too much because I was able to glide my chair around haha. Overall, I'd recommend though.

    corn cheese
    Abigail M.

    It was my boyfriend and I's first time here, as we just moved to the area! We went to celebrate a special occasion during lunch on a Friday. We were seated in a booth and noticed it didn't really have a vent above it as opposed to the booths against the wall. The seat was also far from the table and there was no way to move it. I had to stand up to cook the meat and lean far over the table to eat, or bring the bowl to my face. Not the best sit down experience personally, but the food made up for it! For the meat, the brisket was delicious! We also tried the beef belly and bulgogi. Ultimately, we liked the brisket the best. I will say, try to avoid the side dishes/appetizers please. Honestly I regret ordering the corn cheese and edamame. The corn cheese tasted honestly more like mayo. And the edamame was overly peppered and super cold. I do not recommend ordering those two at all. I do want to add that our server was amazing for being the only one working. It became super busy and he was honestly trying his best to give every table attention. Our grill caught on fire out of nowhere and he rushed over to handle it for us. We really appreciated him and he apologized for how busy it was... though he really shouldn't have to. If it wasn't for the service, I would've left the review at 3 stars. Would maybe come again in the future is it was maybe with a bigger group of friends. Maybe dinner would have a better experience.

    Meats and vegetables.
    Karen M.

    Food selection was great; robot was fabulous as our waiter.... My grandson really loves Korean bbq so he was delighted!

    Scallop..yum!!
    Sheryl P.

    I been eyeing and wanting to come here for the longest time. We finally made it happened with friends. I used yelp to make a reservation for 6 people. Made it the same day and got the time we wanted. When we arrived, we saw a line forming outside the restaurant. Thankfully, we made that reservation. We were seated in a private room. Which is so nice. We went with the premium menu. We wanted bone marrow. We ordered it 1st and it came last. LOL. Otherwise, the service is great! Idk what happened to our tablet but it was not working, thankfully, our waitress was checking up on us and we are able to order from her. The meat is so good! Tender and flavorful. Really great selection of meat. We were so full. They also have unlimited melona ice cream. I will for sure come back again.

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    John G.

    The moment I saw huge slabs of meat and bone marrow being featured on my IG reels, I knew I had to come here. I was just waiting for the right opportunity and the moment came after driving back from Lake Tahoe. Instead of driving straight home, I took a detour without telling the wifey and she wondered where the heck was I going. All I asked her if she was hungry and when she said yes, that's all she needed to know. It was a rainy evening, and told her to join the waiting list as soon as we were in range. As expected, the place is busy so we patiently waited. There's a bar at the entrance so you can get some drinks while you wait. Once we got seated, our friendly server explained everything to us. Of course I wanted a bone marrow so we each got one (limit one per customer). We opted for the premium set ($59) since it offers a wide variety of higher quality meats like Angus, American Wagyu, Lamb, USDA Prime, Pork, Seafood, Chicken and plenty of side options. You know me, I ain't wastin' any space for chicken in an AYCE spot so we ordered almost everything that the server recommended and their more popular dishes. Also got a side of Beef Soup that was hearty, beefy flavor and warmed me up instantly. Their Steamed Egg (Chawanmushi) was also a nice delicate change of pace to help balance the heaviness of the meat, along with some lettuce wrap and ban chan. The Bone Marrow was as advertised - fatty, juicy and rich with bits of charred morsels that was splendid on the mouth. Since I'm Asian, I placed a dollop of spoonful on top of some rice (instead of bread) and it hit the spot. I can understand why they only limit it to one per customer, but it's understandable. As for the rest of the meat options, they definitely were of higher quality and if things aren't cooked to your expectations, you can blame the chef yourself. All kidding aside, this is legit K-BBQ and reasonably priced for the meat options. Don't forget the seafood options as well, as they are on part with the meats. There's plenty of side dishes to help balance everything out, and I suggest you come here hungry with a huge appetite. If there is one critique I would mention is that the tables are set a tad too high. I felt like a little kid reaching for food and grilling the meats. It was a bit an uncomfortable position eating on an elevated table. However, the exhaust fans were sucking out the smoke pretty well so you don't come out smelling like smoked BBQ. I'd definitely go back and it would be a great place for a celebration or a casual dining athmospere. It was a Moooving experience that I'd repeat again.

    This was interesting.. I dont reccomend but to ea h they're own.
    Kerry R.

    We decided to go on a whim the Sunday after Valentine's Day and were seated right away. Since it was our first visit, we really appreciated how attentive the server was walking us through the process and explaining how everything works. They offer two pricing options, and we went with the lower one with zero regrets. Unless you're set on trying bone marrow, the less expensive option is more than enough. We had a great time, and I especially liked being able to cook our own food, it's not something every place allows. By the time we finished, the restaurant was packed. I'd recommend going early, making a reservation, or joining the waitlist before heading over, depending on how busy they are.

    Banchan and sauces
    Olivia D.

    Fun vibes, friendly robots, but the grill didn't deliver We tried the basic combo hoping for Korean BBQ magic... the atmosphere and service carried the night, but the food + smoke were the weak links. Pros * Cool mist + fire effects = Instagram-worthy vibe * Robot servers are adorable and actually reliable * iPad ordering is smooth and painless * Staff was super sweet and attentive * Parking was easy * Prices are fair + comes with dessert Cons * Meat came out chewy * Sauces and seasoning were bland across the board * Even the banchan was forgettable * Super smoky with ventilation that wasn't working well -- left smelling like we'd marinated in BBQ (really disliked this) * Drinks cost extra Overall: Cute spot with fun extras and nice people, but the food just didn't impress and the smoke situation was unpleasant. Might be worth a visit if you're craving the experience more than great BBQ (and don't mind taking the smell home).

    Lesly M.

    Found this place from TikTok. Wasn't greeted when we walked in but our server, William, was great and attentive! Another girl worker came up to us then updated about how long was the wait after signing up for the waitlist, which was nice to know. Place has plenty of seating inside. Located in Albrae plaza and has a parking lot. Our first time here and we got the premium set, AYCE. Bone marrow, steam eggs, and bone soup were 10/10, definitely worth it. The bonchon sides had great variety. We started off by ordering with our server then the rest on the iPad. A robot goes around to deliver afterwards. The meats were ok, could've been better if they weren't too tough or chewy to eat. The best and softest meat to eat was the Angus Hand Cut Short Rib, which is limited per person. Love their dessert options, especially the Melona one!

    Saysamon M.

    This place is awesome! Celebrated a birthday here with 6 people. Our waiter James was the best !!! So friendly and recommended all the great stuff! We were able to be seated in our private room as well which made it so fun! My favorite meat options were: bulgogi, hand cut short ribs, Galbi and you have to try the bone marrow. Will definitely be coming back

    Gerald A.

    Hungry Cow where have you been all my life? One of the perks of having a foodie bestie is she takes me to places I would normally not venture to. Boy am I glad she brought me here! Hungry Cow is a kbbq/shabu spot. High quality cuts of meat, great marinate and fantastic sides. Normally I don't pay attention to the bonchon but they were so yummy I couldn't resist. Things to take into consideration. There is a strict 90 minute time limit so you better come in ready to eat. Keep the meats coming!! Also, you get 5 items at a time, the trick is to order all your sides like rice, rice wraps, appetizers, veggies when you first order so that you can get more stuff. After the initial order, you are then limited as you have to order through the iPad on the table. Our server Kate was amazing. She anticipated all of our needs and kept checking on us to make sure we had everything we ordered. Also she never let my soda go empty even once! After all the meat we ate I left as a stuffed cow. Love this place and will have to come visit again soon.

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    17 days ago

    Overall the premium set was excellent. Kate's service made the experience that much better. 12/10 would recommend.

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    24 days ago

    Not only was the food super good but our server Kate was awesome! Would definitely comeback and eat here!

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    How many pieces rolled up Kalbi per person for the premium AYCE?

    We only got 1 piece per order unless they changed it.

    Is there a lunch special/discount?

    No.

    Do they charge full pricing for children as well?

    Under 3 feet is free , 3-4 feet is half price . And 4 feet and over is full price

    Can a single person eat alone?

    No, requires a minimum of two people.

    Do you have any birthday specials like a free dessert?

    Have free ice cream And most days has dessert as well

    When will the hot pot be back?

    I was told December last week... they have some permit issues with the ventilation hoods that they are dealing with the city.

    I am trying to schedule a 13-14 person dinner for September 14th 7-8pm. I have tried making reservations online and by calling, but nobody answers. Just wanted to confirm if I can get a table and if your establishment is open?

    Please send us a message with your contact & information to book your reservation. Thank you

    老板 30号开门吗? 想去吃肉了

    Yes, we are open!

    How much per person?

    Depending on what you want. Theres 2 options so ranging from $40-50 per person.

    Same owner as mikiya shabu?

    No. However when STIX closed, many of their employees and servers temporarily worked at Mikiya. When Hungry Cow reopened, many of them came back.… Read more

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    Johnny's Pub

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    overall- i really love the vibe of this place----although I used to come here more often…read more Friday nights are an absolute blast. The combination of Rhonda the bartender Mike the DJ are an absolute blast. It's fast to get a drink and the DJ keeps the place happy and chill. (5 stars for them) I'm not sure what's going on over there on Saturday nights lately, but the vibe is definitely different and not a match for me. I was there a couple weeks ago on a Saturday and even though the place was packed, the bartender could obviously not handle the amount of drinks that were coming in. She closed the place down early and we were forced to somewhere else. which was sad cause I wanted to enjoy my night out. The week before that the same bartender was there and getting a lot of negative attention because of her attire. It made it uncomfortable for me and a lot of other people to watch. Last night, I walked in and right back out for the same reason. This is the first time that I've really frequented my neighborhood bar, and I was really getting used to the spot always having a fun vibe. Lately the consistency has definitely been off.

    I love the pub but the bartender romona is not nice and I will not be going Saturday nights…read moreanymore because of her she's rude as hell and just tacky the other bartenders respect me and she just walks away mid order super rude . Please hire better people that have good customer service skills please !!!

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    4.0(428 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Think we might've found our new favorite Korean spot in the East Bay! Soo Ja Fusion bistro is…read morelocated in a little shopping plaza so there was plenty of parking when we got there on Wednesday night. There was only one server inside who was very kind and answered all our questions about the menu. The food itself was so delicious, all the flavors were balanced well and honestly even kind of comforting it was so good. We tried several dishes and honestly it even felt like we had ordered too much because the portion sizes are so big! We tried the Korean fried chicken, the spicy pork belly plate, the bulgogi pancake, the hot stone seafood bibimbaps, and the Soo Ja fries. This place seems perfect for a late night meal and drinks with friends or even larger family get togethers. We can't wait to come back in the future and bring more people to try more of the menu

    My girl got a huge to-go order for our girls night out at her place! She got fried chicken,…read moreteokbokki, corn cheese, kimchi fried rice, gimbap, and pork kimchi jigae with ramen. It was a lot of food even though we were starving at first, we ended up have to eat it 2 times, each time was 3-4 hours apart but still cannot finish everything. My favorite dish was the kimchi fried rice and then the fried chicken, but the rest were also tasty and delicious. My girls love the corn cheese and teokbokki. The soup was much needed after we were drinking for a while and decided to take a quick food break to gain our energy back. Everything was packed nicely, nothing got spilled, but they forgot to give us utensils and napkins. My friend said she ordered 3 orders of half and half fried chicken and ended up receiving 4, lucky us lolol! We will definitely comeback to the restaurant for dine-in next time, I bet the food taste even better when they fresh out of the kitchen but our to-go experience was great and food still tasted amazing.

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    Pocha K

    4.3(381 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    I have a huge regret that I hadn't written a review for Pocha K before because I have loved them…read moreand so sad to see them go! They are down to their final days with their closure on 02/15/2026, I went to have a last meal with them :( I always recommended this place to all my friends for some K-fried chicken with soju and a cool ambiance. The restaurant is decorated very cool also but I've never posted pictures because my camera doesn't take great pictures in the lighting lol. My favorite things to get were the Pocha K chicken and the rose tteok bokki. Their chicken is consistently very crispy and the sweet savory sauce is soo yummm.

    Fun vibes for a night out with friends! Everything is shareable, and they have larger sized tables…read morefor big groups. There's fun decor and photobooth inside as well! Here's what I got on my recent visit: + Boneless Korean Fried Chicken (5/5): So crispy, juicy, and saucy! I loooove eating this with the cabbage. Best thing here for sure. Expensive... but fun for a night out! + Cheese Tonkatsu Pork Cutlet (4/5): Crispy and very cheesy! Tasty, but a little small for the portion to be honest. Considering the price, I was expecting more. + Pocha Rose Tteokbokki (3/5): Nothing special. On the spicier side, so I wish it was more creamy. Rice cakes were a little too firm for me too. I wouldn't order it again. + Kimbap (4/5): Solid and made fresh! Good ingredients. These are not very durable though. They would start falling apart at just the touch of them.

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