Chubby Skewers | Authentic Chinese BBQ

Name: Chubby Skewers | Authentic Chinese BBQ
Address: 18331 Colima Rd, Rowland Heights, California, 91748, US
Telephone: (626) 761-0778
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.9

$$ • Barbeque, Chinese

Hours:
18331 Colima Rd, Rowland Heights
(626) 761-0778

About Chubby Skewers | Authentic Chinese BBQ

Chubby Skewers | Authentic Chinese BBQ is a popular and lively restaurant offering a fun, Asian street food-themed atmosphere. The decor is cool, though the space can feel a bit small and cramped at times. The experience is centered around a huge variety of tasty skewers, including lamb, pork, beef, chicken, fish, and veggies, priced at $1.20 to $1.25 each, making it easy to try many items at a reasonable price. While some meats can be a bit tougher, others are perfectly grilled, juicy, tender, well-seasoned, and full of flavor. Standout items include the grilled oysters and scallops, which taste really good. For more than skewers, guests can order from a menu via a QR code for items like fried rice, appetizers, or beer.

The setup is mostly self-serve for skewers, but the staff are friendly, attentive, nice, lively, and super helpful, providing quick service. They are even willing to help count skewers during the meal. The atmosphere is warm and lively, perfect for relaxing, hanging out, drinking, and talking over barbecue, though it can get quite smoky and the fans are quite loud, making conversation harder. The restaurant is a fantastic place to enjoy a dinner with friends, but wait times can be quite long, often over an hour, as they do not take reservations. Parking in the shopping center can also get full very fast. It is best to arrive early, especially on weekends, to secure a table before the crowd hits. Despite the waits, it is a solid spot with a great selection and a few standout items, making it a place many plan to return to, often during off-peak hours.