Our focus is on making Wagyu beef into street food, presenting it in a new and exciting way that’s sure to tantalize the taste buds of our customers. Let’s transmit the Japan’s yakiniku culture to the world together!
Wagyu Street by GYU SHIGE FRANCHISE
What is Wagyu Street?
Wagyu Street, a tantalizing culinary venture centered around premium wagyu beef, is set to make the first U.S. location in April 2024 at The Hangar Food Hall in Long Beach Exchange (LBX). This exciting addition promises a novel fast-casual dining experience, featuring a delectable selection of USDA prime beef and an array of both Japanese and American wagyu—known for its unparalleled richness and tenderness.
What to Expect at Wagyu Street
- Customizable Delights: The Wagyu Street model draws inspiration from dishes that allow complete customization. Patrons can indulge in a variety of options, including: Bento Boxes, Sandwiches, Bowls and Salads, Sushi, Curry Rice and more.
- Meat and Sauce Selection: Customers will have the pleasure of selecting their preferred meat cuts and accompanying sauces, ensuring a personalized dining experience.
- Japanese Sake Pairings: To elevate the feast, Wagyu Street will offer a curated selection of Japanese sake, perfectly harmonizing with each sumptuous meal.
- A Legacy of Flavor: Inspired by the renowned yakiniku (grilled meat) restaurant “Gyu-shige”, which first opened its doors in Fuchu, Tokyo in the late 1980s, Wagyu Street brings this legacy of flavor to Long Beach. Its inaugural U.S. location debuted in Virginia in 2021.
- Wagyu’s Rise in Popularity: Over the past decade, wagyu has captured the hearts (and palates) of Americans due to its melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and unparalleled taste. As one of the most sought-after cuts of meat, it has become a culinary sensation.
Why Own a Wagyu Street by Gyu Shige Franchise?
- Quality Ingredients – Delivering Premium Wagyu Beef Wagyu Street benefits from its affiliation with Gyushige, a specialized yakiniku (Japanese barbecue) franchise, operates and supports over 160 restaurants in Japan, Asia and US. This connection allows Wagyu Street to offer high-quality products, including premium Japanese beef (Wagyu) and original yakiniku sauces.
- Cost-Effective Model – Efficient and Profitable Approach – By adopting a quick-service format, Wagyu Street eliminates the need for servers, thereby enhancing profitability. Additionally, compared to traditional table-service yakiniku restaurants, Wagyu Street significantly reduces initial investment costs, leading to shorter payback periods and reduced risk.
- Streamlined Operation – Simplified Management for Expansion Wagyu Street’s focused menu and simplified operational package ease management burdens. This efficiency opens up possibilities for multi-location expansion.
