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All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ & hot pot meals are the specialty at this bright, informal restaurant.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3085 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA 95124
Phone: (408) 784-3228
Website: https://www.gokusanjose.com/
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Below is a list of our korean & hot pot items. We offer from savory to sweet to spicy meats that are marinated in-house along with fresh seafood.
Reviews
Kevin Chan
We had a birthday celebration . The birthday person gets a free meal but it must be done on the day of their birthday.
We prefer this place from others because of their selection of seafood is better. We sat down close to the bar but our booth had the table so close to the seat that it was so hard getting in or out. The vent was blowing cold air which made it uncomfortable but I understand its needed to circulate the hot food. Loved the order lcd menu, we order at our table and people brings them out quickly.
Pro: Food, Service and order system
Cons: Table and cold
… moreWe prefer this place from others because of their selection of seafood is better. We sat down close to the bar but our booth had the table so close to the seat that it was so hard getting in or out. The vent was blowing cold air which made it uncomfortable but I understand its needed to circulate the hot food. Loved the order lcd menu, we order at our table and people brings them out quickly.
Pro: Food, Service and order system
Cons: Table and cold
Avantika Naik
Solid place for an AYCE Kbbq in the bay area. The lunch deal price is great, but heads up that on holidays they charge u the dinner price for lunch (ex: MLK day like when I went).
They have a sauce bar with lots of good options, and a bunch of fruits to have as a snack later. The meat itself has some good options, and as a kbbq newbie, I liked it but was not impressed by anything – the quality according to my friends was just okay. The galbi was good, and I liked the bulgogi.
Service was a little slow, we didnt get some dishes (ex:lettuce wrap) and it took them forever to bring out some stuff. But our waitress I think just got super busy.
We could sit there and finish eating after our time was up! They have a bathroom inside as well!
… moreThey have a sauce bar with lots of good options, and a bunch of fruits to have as a snack later. The meat itself has some good options, and as a kbbq newbie, I liked it but was not impressed by anything – the quality according to my friends was just okay. The galbi was good, and I liked the bulgogi.
Service was a little slow, we didnt get some dishes (ex:lettuce wrap) and it took them forever to bring out some stuff. But our waitress I think just got super busy.
We could sit there and finish eating after our time was up! They have a bathroom inside as well!
Ziang Chen
The food was very mediocre. 4 out of the 8 people at the table got sick 2-3 hours after the meal. The meat was not of good quality, like you could just taste it. The service was awful, multiple times things we ordered didn’t show up. Our water was NEVER refilled not even once. And twice they came around with the wrong items, things we had not ordered.
They charged us a service fee of 18% because of our large group, even though it was never mentioned or posted anywhere at the front (see photo). And more egregious was that we asked and the “service charge” didn’t directly go to the waiter. Most restaurants which have that kind of auto 18% charge make it a gratuity for the waiter. On the receipt too, the recommended tip amounts also included the amount in the service charge. Like why should I tip another 20% on the 50 dollars which was just service charge??? Absolutely ridiculous.
… moreThey charged us a service fee of 18% because of our large group, even though it was never mentioned or posted anywhere at the front (see photo). And more egregious was that we asked and the “service charge” didn’t directly go to the waiter. Most restaurants which have that kind of auto 18% charge make it a gratuity for the waiter. On the receipt too, the recommended tip amounts also included the amount in the service charge. Like why should I tip another 20% on the 50 dollars which was just service charge??? Absolutely ridiculous.
Tieu Van Pham
as soon as i stepped in, i was like wow am i in sf? cause like what’s with all the fog (smoke). they have these huge vents but none of them seem to work lol…
food was as expected for an ayce kbbq and service was good. but i think something is wrong with the management here… the smoke, cleanliness, and mushy old side dishes…
the sauce bar is also very dirty…
this is my second time here and wow what happened.. just became so dirty, greasy, and smoky
… morefood was as expected for an ayce kbbq and service was good. but i think something is wrong with the management here… the smoke, cleanliness, and mushy old side dishes…
the sauce bar is also very dirty…
this is my second time here and wow what happened.. just became so dirty, greasy, and smoky
Basel
I had a great time at Goku Korean BBQ! The atmosphere was cozy and modern, and the grill setup made the whole experience fun and interactive. The meat selection was fresh and high-quality — especially the short ribs, which were juicy and flavorful. The side dishes were delicious and varied, from kimchi to marinated vegetables, adding a perfect balance to the rich meats. Service was friendly and attentive, and the food came out quickly. Overall, it’s a great spot for anyone craving authentic and tasty Korean BBQ. Highly recommended!
… moreJason R
A great spot for Korean BBQ! They have a large and diverse menu. Most ordering is done from a convenient tablet located at the table. The service was outstanding and all of our meat orders arrived quickly and were generously portioned. The quality of all the food was high and I would highly recommend the premium steak. It was nicely marbled, tender, and tasted delicious. Don’t forget to check out their sauce bar, which has tons of tasty and interesting options for seasoning or dipping you meat and veggies. Tables do have a two hour time limit but I found that to be more than sufficient to satisfy my appetite. Definitely worth the money and I will absolutely be coming back.
… moreBobak Bagheri
Food quality was proper AYCE quality. Everything tasted good, though it was fattier than the average kbbq joint.
Service, unfortunately, was pretty bad. Called beforehand to let them know, showed up on time just to wait 30 minutes in the lobby. Anytime it was asked, they “just needed a minute to clear the table.” Now, I expected to walk into a busy restaurant given the time we had to wait, but half of the tables were clean and empty, so not sure why we needed to wait so long.
It started to make sense as we sat at the table. Everything was slower than expected. Smoke constantly filled the room because they didn’t clear old grills for too long and there aren’t any vents above the middle set of tables.
I can’t tell if employees were tired, lazy, or both. But given their faces, some looked real tired. Others seem to be trying hard to be personable and check on many tables as they were running around delivering meats and cleaning. My takeaway is that management has done a poor job of making the place enjoyable and streamlined for good service and dining experience. Potentially a bit understaffed on the waiting tables side. Food was coming out quick enough though, so the kitchen seemed to be doing well.
I won’t be returning. Hopefully they figure out what’s not working for them. Bad start to 2026.
… moreService, unfortunately, was pretty bad. Called beforehand to let them know, showed up on time just to wait 30 minutes in the lobby. Anytime it was asked, they “just needed a minute to clear the table.” Now, I expected to walk into a busy restaurant given the time we had to wait, but half of the tables were clean and empty, so not sure why we needed to wait so long.
It started to make sense as we sat at the table. Everything was slower than expected. Smoke constantly filled the room because they didn’t clear old grills for too long and there aren’t any vents above the middle set of tables.
I can’t tell if employees were tired, lazy, or both. But given their faces, some looked real tired. Others seem to be trying hard to be personable and check on many tables as they were running around delivering meats and cleaning. My takeaway is that management has done a poor job of making the place enjoyable and streamlined for good service and dining experience. Potentially a bit understaffed on the waiting tables side. Food was coming out quick enough though, so the kitchen seemed to be doing well.
I won’t be returning. Hopefully they figure out what’s not working for them. Bad start to 2026.
Justin W
We were staying out of town and decided to stop by here for dinner and we are very happy we did. The food was amazing, staff was very friendly and offered a lot of different recommendations to ensure we had the best experience possible.
The price point may be a little high but it is worth every penny and you will not leave disappointed. Don’t be afraid to experiment with the menu.
… moreThe price point may be a little high but it is worth every penny and you will not leave disappointed. Don’t be afraid to experiment with the menu.
Tuna Ghost
We had a party of 4, and we got the hotpot and BBQ. I’d never been to one before, and it was excellent. Beef bulgogi and Miso pork belly were my faves, but it was great to try out other ingredients such as lotus root, black fungus, blue crab, bamboo shoots, fish tofu, brisket, lamb, red wine pork belly. Many many options, and they arrived in very short order.
The goku special was mine and it was very good
Our ONLY concerns were: 1) the food wasn’t labelled, so when it all came at once we weren’t sure what was what 2) the iPad ordering system was hard for half the table to reach 3) the booth benches are NOT secured to the floor, so even scooching over slightly will disturb the people behind you.
93$ for two people with one drink each, however it was so worth it. Will come again another time
… moreThe goku special was mine and it was very good
Our ONLY concerns were: 1) the food wasn’t labelled, so when it all came at once we weren’t sure what was what 2) the iPad ordering system was hard for half the table to reach 3) the booth benches are NOT secured to the floor, so even scooching over slightly will disturb the people behind you.
93$ for two people with one drink each, however it was so worth it. Will come again another time
Josh
Great food for a super reasonable price! Was super fun, loved the fruit!! My only critique was the limited number of vegetarian options for barbecue but the zucchini was delicious!! I’d love to fry up some tofu too!
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