Ai Grill - Millbrae

Vegetarian options: Delicious grilled zucchini, corn, mushrooms and tofu rolls

Ai Grill 's charm is definitely the automatically rotating skewer system and the binchotan charcoal that they bring out just for your table once you place your order. Paired with the neon lights and stylish interior, a bbq dinner here definitely felt tasted like a premium experience while still supporting a local mom and pop restaurant. My friend and I had a great time here ordering via the ala carte skewers, wagyu fried rice, and a sweet potato fries side. The skewers were packed with smoky umami with our favorites being the lamb, US prime beef, and pork jowl. The sweet potato fries were also so light and crispy that we couldn 't help but grab more we finished this at lightning speed.Our server was so sweet and attentive, giving us detailed instructions on the best cooking time/sauce pairing for each meat, checking in several times with water, and offering free watermelon and coupons to finish off the meal. Overall this was a super satisfying dinner for both food and service quality. Just one minor critique I have is that Ai Grill 's price point positions this to be a once in a while dinner rather than an easy splurge, despite skewers being a street food genre. I tend to think of beef and lamb skewers as the showstealers when it comes to Chinese bbq, but beef skewers starting at $7 here brings some hesitation to go big with the first skewer order. I genuinely hope that Ai Grill keeps growing their customer base since their weekend service still had space to fill when we went (granted we went right at opening time).

Had a delightful dinner at AI Grill in Millbrae this Sunday and it's safe to say, it exceeded my expectations! This place is a gem for those who love Asian skewers, offering a unique mix of Japanese and Chinese influences.The menu had a great variety from chicken thighs to beef, shrimp, lamb, and a good selection of veggies. Every skewer was delicious and well prepared. What really stood out was the service. The staff were friendly and attentive, always on hand to offer grilling advice, which made a big difference in the taste.The whole experience had a relaxed, authentic vibe, kind of like enjoying street food in Asia. It's a great spot if you're craving some quality skewers in a cozy atmosphere. Will definitely be back for more!

Came here not long after they opened and it has the self rotating skewer machine that makes the whole grilling process easier. They also used binchotan for their charcoal which is surprising to see since they're premium charcoal that provides excellent result and flavor. The price was good with the grand opening deal. Most of the skewers had cummin seasoning so we ordered their dumplings for the kids which was surprisingly better than some dumpling places I've tried. The inside was juicy with soup gushing out like xiao long bao. The inside was well ventilated and with binchotan it had minimal smoke and you wouldn't come out smelling like BBQ. Highly recommended for the experience and quality food

Super cute, fun place to get some great BBQ. Cooked right in front of you over hot coals. The hostess is wonderful and will keep you fed. 10/10 must try!