Yakiniku Like 313 Somerset

Yakiniku Like brings the Japanese concept of solo dining yakiniku to 313 Somerset. This isn’t your typical group BBQ experience – it’s designed for quick, individual meals where you grill your own premium meat at personal grills. The whole setup feels like fast food meets Japanese BBQ.

What Makes It Different

Solo Dining Focus: Each seat has its own small grill, perfect for dining alone or with just one other person. No need to coordinate with a big group or wait for others to finish.

Fast-Casual Style: You order at the counter, get your raw meat and rice, then grill it yourself at your seat. The whole process takes about 15-20 minutes from start to finish.

Quality at Low Prices: Despite the budget pricing, the meat quality is surprisingly good. They use proper cuts of beef that actually taste like something when grilled.

Must-Try Items

Wagyu Beef Curry (around $6.90) – Their signature dish that combines grilled wagyu with Japanese curry. The meat stays tender and the curry adds richness.

Premium Beef Sets – Various cuts of beef that you grill yourself, typically ranging from $4.90 to $6.90.

Karubi (Short Rib) – Well-marbled beef that grills beautifully and has great flavor.

Combo Sets – Come with rice, meat, and sometimes miso soup for a complete meal under $8.

The Good

• Unbeatable Value: Quality Japanese beef at prices that won’t hurt your wallet
• Perfect for Solo Diners: No awkward large group dynamics
• Quick Service: In and out in 20 minutes if you want
• Fresh Ingredients: Meat arrives fresh and ready to grill
• No Smoke Issues: Good ventilation keeps the dining area comfortable

The Not-So-Good

• Limited Menu: Don’t expect extensive variety like traditional yakiniku restaurants
• Small Portions: You might need to order multiple items to feel full
• No Lingering: The setup encourages quick turnover, not relaxed dining
• Basic Sides: Rice and miso soup are functional but nothing special

Final Thoughts

Yakiniku Like has figured out how to make Japanese BBQ work as fast food without completely sacrificing quality. The portion sizes are small but the prices match, and you get the satisfaction of grilling your own meat.

It’s perfect for when you want decent Japanese beef but don’t have the time, money, or group size for a traditional yakiniku restaurant. The Somerset location makes it convenient for a quick lunch or dinner while shopping.

Perfect For: Solo diners, quick meals, budget-conscious meat lovers, first-time yakiniku experience
Skip If: You want large portions, extensive menu options, or leisurely group dining