Gaku Restaurant

Japanese & Sushi in San Jose, California

4.4 (303)

CategoryJapanese & Sushi Β· Asian restaurant, Yakitori restaurant
Address5152 Moorpark Ave #40, San Jose, CA 95129
AreaSan Jose, California
Phone(408) 973-9144
Google rating 4.4 (303)

Hours

Monday5:30–11 pm
Tuesday5:30–11 pm
Wednesday5:30–11 pm
Thursday5:30–11 pm
Friday5–11 pm
Saturday5–11 pm
SundayClosed

About Gaku Restaurant

Japanese restaurant specializing in Yakitori

Located at 5152 Moorpark Ave #40, San Jose, CA 95129, Gaku Restaurant operates as a japanese serving San Jose in California. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as asian restaurant, yakitori restaurant, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

This group covers Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Indian and other Asian cuisines that are not Chinese, and the etiquette varies by kitchen. Japanese and Korean restaurants often take reservations for dinner and may add a service charge for large groups; Thai and Vietnamese spots are usually walk-in and quick-turnover. Spice levels are frequently adjustable on request at Thai, Indian and Sichuan-adjacent menus, so say if you want it mild or hot. Korean BBQ restaurants typically charge per person for all-you-can-eat service with a time limit, and grills are shared at the table. Vietnamese pho shops post bowl sizes (regular or large) and a plate of herbs, bean sprouts and lime is normal to add yourself. Card and tap-to-pay are widely accepted; cash-only is more common at small family-run counters.

Hours are published for 6 days a week. On most of those days it is open 5:30–11 pm. Note that it does not open on Sunday. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (408) 973-9144. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. More information is available on its website, gakurestaurant.com.

Customers rate it 4.4 out of 5 on Google across 303 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded japanese & sushi in San Jose.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Porschephilia 5 months ago

Been here several times over the years, not nearly as much as I would like as I don’t live close enough. The food is always excellent, whether it’s the traditional skewers or their rotating more creative bites. And, I’m a sucker for Yaki Onigiri and theirs is excellent. As is the rice bowl side that comes with the perfectly cooked runny egg yolk. These space is a small so definitely recommend reservations during peak hours. Service is very prompt and friendly.

jiggbury 7 months ago

A very straightforward yakitori restaurant with some unique dishes they have per day, as well as available for takeout and doordash/fantuan. They have many different yakitori dishes to choose from, including beef and chicken as well as some vegetarian dishes too. Be very mindful of what you pick as each order is $12+ and only comes in two skewers each. I ordered the gyutan which was amazing and kalbi which also equally, maybe little less, as much. They also have many other skewrs too such as chicken and even vegetarian options. They also had a shrimp with mushroom that was fried that was okay. As well as the gaku udon with a very interesting noodle and broth, but I really liked the pork belly! I really like the other dishes they offered too such as Ochazuke, Hot pot, rice bowls, and even steamed clams! They also have a great selection of sashimi and sushi too. This is all with a very friendly service as well as instructions how to order the skewers if it's the first time here. But like I mentioned, each skewer is very expensive at $12+ so just be aware about what you're ordering. In fact, each item on the menu isn't designed to fill you up fully, so do order multiple dishes as you

Mei-Ling Chen Edited a year ago

The staff were all very nice and friendly, also they made good recommendations of food. The food we had for dinner were decent. Sashimi was fresh, Kobe beef skewers were the best, Cod was thick and nicely fatty. It has the grilled rice ball which were quite good. I have been looking for good one for long time. The bluefin black meat karaage was a bit salty. As this restaurant is for grilled skewers. We will try more different types of skewers next time. Small restaurant but good use of space management. All of the tables were close but still feel good by the way they put partitions. I like the atmosphere and staff of the restaurant. For its food, I would like to try more of its specialties for more thoughts to share.

Gorgus Gray Goldgar a year ago

This place is great for those who want to transport to Japan and have some authentic yakitori. It closes a couple hours later than the other yakitori restaurant in Milpitas. We went on a Tuesday night and there was plenty of parking. We ordered the chicken heart, liver, and our favorite the gizzards. For drinks, we ordered Asahi draft and the sake carafe. Overall, it was a nice quiet atmosphere, privacy seating due to the walled booths, and the waitress was very friendly and helpful in case we had questions about certain menu items.

Junhua Chen 2 years ago

Gaku Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with its fresh, high-quality food and excellent service. Each dish is carefully prepared, allowing you to truly savor the flavors. The portions are on the smaller side, which is a positive as it allows you to taste and enjoy a variety of dishes. The atmosphere is cozy, making it a great spot for a relaxed meal. If you're looking for a place with consistently good food and attentive service, Gaku is definitely worth a visit. Just be prepared to order a few more dishes to satisfy your appetite!

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gaku Restaurant located?

Gaku Restaurant is at 5152 Moorpark Ave #40, San Jose, CA 95129, in San Jose, California. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Gaku Restaurant?

Gaku Restaurant is listed as a japanese and is also tagged on Google as asian restaurant, yakitori restaurant.

What are the hours of Gaku Restaurant?

Published hours are Monday: 5:30–11 pm; Tuesday: 5:30–11 pm; Wednesday: 5:30–11 pm; Thursday: 5:30–11 pm; Friday: 5–11 pm; Saturday: 5–11 pm; Sunday: Closed. It is closed on Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Gaku Restaurant open on Sunday?

No, Gaku Restaurant is closed on Sunday.

What is the phone number of Gaku Restaurant?

You can call Gaku Restaurant at (408) 973-9144.

How is Gaku Restaurant rated on Google?

Gaku Restaurant has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 303 reviews.

Does Gaku Restaurant have a website?

Yes, the website of Gaku Restaurant is gakurestaurant.com (linked on this page).

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