We really wanted to love our experience and maybe my expectations were too high. We paid about 140 per person to have the all you can eat after tax and tips. But the value and taste is not up to par with the price. My husband and I only went through two rounds of meat. The first round the waitress brought us so many appetizers which we think is to discourage us for ordering too much meat. The second round the waitress told us every plate comes with 35 pieces of meat. We don't want to waste any so we didn't ask for a third round. And! The second round meat for the wagyu is mostly just fat. Probably the worst cut of the meat they had. So overall a discouragement and I feel this discouragement is only for customers who don't want to waste and have good ethics. I'm not sure if I want to come back which might take some courage.
Mira
It was a great experience. Even though it could be pricey if you would like to experience good quality and variety of meat choices this establishment is a must try. Our server was very experienced cooking all our dishes from A5 wagyu meats and all the way to beef tongue(thick type) which was cooked to PERFECTION and I've tried a lot of beef tongues from Korean restaurants and Yakiniku restaurants and so far Futago(Chelsea) is the best. We tried wagyu tasting menu to see what we would like and not like and all the meat dishes on tasting menu were superb and it could be great for someone who would like to have course dinner because their stone pot garlic rice was very good and goes very well with the meal but all meats are A5 wagyu cuts so it could feel bit greasy for some. I wished their spicy soup was less oily and if it was spicier I think it could've been better. So someone who would like to try A5 Wagyu and regular cuts of meat so that it doesn't feel too heavy I think a la cart of mixing varieties will be a good option but it will be expensive. I really do recommend thick beef tongue instead of premium tongue too.
Jonathan
This is, by far, my favorite meal in NYC. The food is fantastic. The service, literally, could not be better. Ambience is perfect. I think last night was the 40th time I have been there.
Lorena
Not good but not bad. Even though the restaurant was not very busy, we were seated in the back facing the kitchen ...not a great start. We had to ask to move and they made us wait though plenty of other seats were open and stayed open throughout the night. The food was good but nothing remarkable.
ReedH
Went to Yakiniku Futago Chelsea for dinner and really enjoyed the experience. The space has a laid-back vibe with big tables and inset grills, perfect for gathering around and cooking right at the table. I went with the US wagyu set, which came with a nice selection of cuts to grill at the table. The meal included plenty of sides, and I especially liked the potato salad—the roe on top added a nice flavorful crunch. The meat itself was high quality and cooked perfectly by my server. Next time I’d skip the sushi, which wasn’t great—the rice was packed way too tightly, and the sake was a bit sweet for my taste. But apart from those minor misses, it was an enjoyable meal.
joanna
great customer service!! Thank you for making our anniversary special and giving us a private room! will recommend and go back! thank you!
Warren Walker Wang
Food was delicious and ambiance was great! we did the pre fix for restaurant week and April did an amazing job as our server
Görkem Ertunk
You don’t need to fly to Japan to enjoy Wagyu this spot brings that incredible flavor right to you! The taste was amazing! The garlic rice is legendary (a must-try!), the spicy soup was spot on, and the matcha dessert was light and paired perfectly after all those dishes. And Sezgi, the manager, with her warm smile, great tips, and deep knowledge, became our second reason to come back! Chef’s recommendation!!you won’t regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sekip Hardal
Great experience and April was fantastic. Manager Sezgi was so kind and professional. And Wagyu was so gooooood !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Wagyu Ju with Uni, Kalbi
Ivanna Kaleniuk
Went here for my birthday last week and wanted something a little fancy but also with fire, smoke, and grilled meat — so Japanese BBQ felt like the perfect fit. This place totally delivered on the upscale vibes while still giving you the full BBQ experience. Pricey? Yes. Worth it for a special night? Also yes.
We showed up around 8:30 p.m. on a Wednesday and the place wasn’t crowded at all. Lots of tables open, which was surprising honestly, but great for us. The staff was super nice — very smiley, very helpful — and they cook everything for you which adds to the relaxed feel.
We got one of their recommended sets for two, which included 3 or 4 different types of meat (one of them was wagyu!), and yes — the meat quality was chef’s kiss. Like, straight-from-the-fridge presentation with the marble still glistening. Super fresh, super buttery. They offered higher-end cuts too (like that ultra-marble wagyu), but we didn’t go all-in on that. Maybe next time.
On top of the meat set, we also ordered: • 🍄 Mushrooms with cheese – SO good. Highly recommend. • 🌶 Spicy Korean soup – Again, amazing. A great spicy-soupy balance and perfect on the side. • 🍸 Cocktails – I had the lychee mojito and it was refreshing, not too sweet. Would definitely get it again.
Final bill for 2 people: ~$350+ for one main meat set, two small dishes, and 2 cocktails each. Not cheap by any means — this is definitely a special occasion spot, not your casual weeknight dinner. But the quality, service, and presentation all felt top-tier. And honestly, I left feeling full and happy, which is all you can ask for on your birthday, right?
Would I go again? Yes, but probably for another celebration or if I’m trying to impress someone who loves meat 😅
The restaurant week value service is nice, but the food is so little and not very friendly plus expensive. Also, it's a different type from the review when they serve the meat even though we need to add more money, and still not worth it. Disappointing first-time experience
Susie Su
The grilled vegetables platter was probably not worth it but the meats were in general high quality.
Their kimchi is interesting - super crunchy but no distinct / strong flavor.
The roe bibimbap was interesting but would not get it again.
Pretty pricy though.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
itzelenaho
We had an incredible dining experience at Yakiniku Futago Chelsea thanks in large part to our amazing server Ryu and the entire team in this beautiful restaurant. He walked us through the menu thoroughly and offered thoughtful recommendations with spot-on alcohol pairings. Presentation is a show in itself with the daily specials unveiling inside a treasure box. Each cut of meat is as flavorful as it is beautifully marbled. Standouts include the A5 Wagyu, tender beef tongue, and expertly marinated meats that are grilled tableside to perfection by Ryu. Their refreshing watermelon shaved ice dessert, made with freshly frozen watermelon is the perfect way to finish the meal. You will regret it if you skip this dessert.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yayun Cheng
My boyfriend and I had a reservation at 1pm but waited for more than 15 minutes to get seated even with tables available. They also sat another table who arrived after us, and it seemed they were very behind as they were rushing us to finish dessert in the end.
We tried the restaurant week menu with Wagyu ($30 extra), but all the meat was marinated with the same sauce. The meat tasted very similar and was definitely not worth the extra cost.
The kimchi was flavorful but we only were served a single portion.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Anya
My boyfriend and I had a reservation at 1pm but waited for more than 15 minutes to get seated even with tables available. They also sat another table who arrived after us, and it seemed they were very behind as they were rushing us to finish dessert in the end. We tried the restaurant week menu with Wagyu ($30 extra), but all the meat was marinated with the same sauce. The meat tasted very similar and was definitely not worth the extra cost. The kimchi was flavorful but we only were served a single portion.
We really wanted to love our experience and maybe my expectations were too high. We paid about 140 per person to have the all you can eat after tax and tips. But the value and taste is not up to par with the price. My husband and I only went through two rounds of meat. The first round the waitress brought us so many appetizers which we think is to discourage us for ordering too much meat. The second round the waitress told us every plate comes with 35 pieces of meat. We don't want to waste any so we didn't ask for a third round. And! The second round meat for the wagyu is mostly just fat. Probably the worst cut of the meat they had. So overall a discouragement and I feel this discouragement is only for customers who don't want to waste and have good ethics. I'm not sure if I want to come back which might take some courage.
It was a great experience. Even though it could be pricey if you would like to experience good quality and variety of meat choices this establishment is a must try. Our server was very experienced cooking all our dishes from A5 wagyu meats and all the way to beef tongue(thick type) which was cooked to PERFECTION and I've tried a lot of beef tongues from Korean restaurants and Yakiniku restaurants and so far Futago(Chelsea) is the best. We tried wagyu tasting menu to see what we would like and not like and all the meat dishes on tasting menu were superb and it could be great for someone who would like to have course dinner because their stone pot garlic rice was very good and goes very well with the meal but all meats are A5 wagyu cuts so it could feel bit greasy for some. I wished their spicy soup was less oily and if it was spicier I think it could've been better. So someone who would like to try A5 Wagyu and regular cuts of meat so that it doesn't feel too heavy I think a la cart of mixing varieties will be a good option but it will be expensive. I really do recommend thick beef tongue instead of premium tongue too.
This is, by far, my favorite meal in NYC. The food is fantastic. The service, literally, could not be better. Ambience is perfect. I think last night was the 40th time I have been there.
Not good but not bad. Even though the restaurant was not very busy, we were seated in the back facing the kitchen ...not a great start. We had to ask to move and they made us wait though plenty of other seats were open and stayed open throughout the night. The food was good but nothing remarkable.
Went to Yakiniku Futago Chelsea for dinner and really enjoyed the experience. The space has a laid-back vibe with big tables and inset grills, perfect for gathering around and cooking right at the table. I went with the US wagyu set, which came with a nice selection of cuts to grill at the table. The meal included plenty of sides, and I especially liked the potato salad—the roe on top added a nice flavorful crunch. The meat itself was high quality and cooked perfectly by my server. Next time I’d skip the sushi, which wasn’t great—the rice was packed way too tightly, and the sake was a bit sweet for my taste. But apart from those minor misses, it was an enjoyable meal.
great customer service!! Thank you for making our anniversary special and giving us a private room! will recommend and go back! thank you!
Food was delicious and ambiance was great! we did the pre fix for restaurant week and April did an amazing job as our server
You don’t need to fly to Japan to enjoy Wagyu this spot brings that incredible flavor right to you! The taste was amazing! The garlic rice is legendary (a must-try!), the spicy soup was spot on, and the matcha dessert was light and paired perfectly after all those dishes. And Sezgi, the manager, with her warm smile, great tips, and deep knowledge, became our second reason to come back! Chef’s recommendation!!you won’t regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great experience and April was fantastic. Manager Sezgi was so kind and professional. And Wagyu was so gooooood !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Wagyu Ju with Uni, Kalbi
Went here for my birthday last week and wanted something a little fancy but also with fire, smoke, and grilled meat — so Japanese BBQ felt like the perfect fit. This place totally delivered on the upscale vibes while still giving you the full BBQ experience. Pricey? Yes. Worth it for a special night? Also yes.
We showed up around 8:30 p.m. on a Wednesday and the place wasn’t crowded at all. Lots of tables open, which was surprising honestly, but great for us. The staff was super nice — very smiley, very helpful — and they cook everything for you which adds to the relaxed feel.
We got one of their recommended sets for two, which included 3 or 4 different types of meat (one of them was wagyu!), and yes — the meat quality was chef’s kiss. Like, straight-from-the-fridge presentation with the marble still glistening. Super fresh, super buttery. They offered higher-end cuts too (like that ultra-marble wagyu), but we didn’t go all-in on that. Maybe next time.
On top of the meat set, we also ordered:
• 🍄 Mushrooms with cheese – SO good. Highly recommend.
• 🌶 Spicy Korean soup – Again, amazing. A great spicy-soupy balance and perfect on the side.
• 🍸 Cocktails – I had the lychee mojito and it was refreshing, not too sweet. Would definitely get it again.
Final bill for 2 people: ~$350+ for one main meat set, two small dishes, and 2 cocktails each. Not cheap by any means — this is definitely a special occasion spot, not your casual weeknight dinner. But the quality, service, and presentation all felt top-tier. And honestly, I left feeling full and happy, which is all you can ask for on your birthday, right?
Would I go again? Yes, but probably for another celebration or if I’m trying to impress someone who loves meat 😅
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Wagyu Ju with Uni
Restaurantji Recommends
The restaurant week value service is nice, but the food is so little and not very friendly plus expensive. Also, it's a different type from the review when they serve the meat even though we need to add more money, and still not worth it. Disappointing first-time experience
The grilled vegetables platter was probably not worth it but the meats were in general high quality.
Their kimchi is interesting - super crunchy but no distinct / strong flavor.
The roe bibimbap was interesting but would not get it again.
Pretty pricy though.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
We had an incredible dining experience at Yakiniku Futago Chelsea thanks in large part to our amazing server Ryu and the entire team in this beautiful restaurant. He walked us through the menu thoroughly and offered thoughtful recommendations with spot-on alcohol pairings. Presentation is a show in itself with the daily specials unveiling inside a treasure box. Each cut of meat is as flavorful as it is beautifully marbled. Standouts include the A5 Wagyu, tender beef tongue, and expertly marinated meats that are grilled tableside to perfection by Ryu. Their refreshing watermelon shaved ice dessert, made with freshly frozen watermelon is the perfect way to finish the meal. You will regret it if you skip this dessert.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My boyfriend and I had a reservation at 1pm but waited for more than 15 minutes to get seated even with tables available. They also sat another table who arrived after us, and it seemed they were very behind as they were rushing us to finish dessert in the end.
We tried the restaurant week menu with Wagyu ($30 extra), but all the meat was marinated with the same sauce. The meat tasted very similar and was definitely not worth the extra cost.
The kimchi was flavorful but we only were served a single portion.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
My boyfriend and I had a reservation at 1pm but waited for more than 15 minutes to get seated even with tables available. They also sat another table who arrived after us, and it seemed they were very behind as they were rushing us to finish dessert in the end. We tried the restaurant week menu with Wagyu ($30 extra), but all the meat was marinated with the same sauce. The meat tasted very similar and was definitely not worth the extra cost. The kimchi was flavorful but we only were served a single portion.
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