— Japanese grill restaurant set to deliver eclectic and interactive dining experience at WNY’s premier shopping center —
Buffalo, NY (October 2025): Walden Galleria is excited to announce Gyuzo Japanese BBQ will open a new location at the shopping center, taking over the 9,000 sq. ft. Santora’s Pizza Pub & Grill space across from The Cheesecake Factory, between Texas de Brazil and Aloha Krab. The addition of Japanese BBQ brings an authentic but modern yakiniku dining experience to Western New York, further enhancing the shopping center’s diverse dining lineup.
Gyuzo Japanese BBQ specializes in preparing premium cuts of meat, seafood, fresh ingredients, and an interactive tabletop grilling experience that has captivated the taste buds of food lovers everywhere. The restaurant offers an all-you-can-eat traditional yakiniku Japanese barbecue with a modern twist, allowing diners to grill their own meat at the table. Gyuzo’s menu is curated from quality ingredients, sourced from Japanese farms and suppliers who share the restaurant’s quality standards. The menu features a variety of meat options, sushi, ramen, and desserts, including their A5 Wagyu beef, imported from Japan, short rib, premium ribeye, filet mignon, spicy pork belly, and lobster tempura. Their signature Wasabi Churri sauce is a bold fusion that marries the pungent kick of wasabi with the fresh, herbaceous notes of South American chimichurri, creating a vibrant taste that elevates any dish. The interior of the restaurant will combine traditional Japanese elements that reflect its central philosophy: creating a soothing ambiance that invites guests to relax and be present in the moment. The restaurant walls will also feature artwork from local artists, a testament to Gyuzo’s commitment to supporting and celebrating community talents.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Gyuzo Japanese BBQ to Walden Galleria,” said Joel Cady, General Manager of Walden Galleria. “Their exceptional menu and interactive dining concept will be a fantastic addition to our already diverse mix of restaurants, offering our guests even more exciting options and a truly unique dining experience.”
The opening of Gyuzo Japanese BBQ demonstrates Walden Galleria’s ongoing commitment to providing the region with a wide array of culinary choices, from international flavors to beloved classics. Gyuzo’s new location at Walden Galleria plans to offer a vibrant atmosphere perfect for families, friends, and food enthusiasts eager to explore Japanese cuisine in a unique and social setting.
Gyuzo Japanese BBQ is expected to open its doors later this year. For more information and updates, visit www.waldengalleria.com.
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About Gyuzo Japanese BBQ
Gyuzo Japanese BBQ opened its doors during the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic with a mission of giving back to the community through culinary excellence. Gyuzo introduced an innovative dining experience centered around Yakiniku, a style of Japanese BBQ in which guests personally cook their meals on grills integrated into each table. This interactive experience was designed not only to delight the palate but also to create an atmosphere of community and shared joy.
About Walden Galleria
Walden Galleria is the Buffalo-Niagara region’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination. With over 200 retailers, 10 sit-down restaurants, an international food court, and Regal Cinemas Stadium 16 with RPX theatres and full reclining seats, Walden Galleria truly dominates the retail market. Walden Galleria attracts over 23 million visitors a year by offering an impressive and unique selection of retail, restaurants, and entertainment that cannot be found anywhere else in the market including Anthropologie, lululemon athletica, Free People, Urban Outfitters, Apple, ZARA, Texas de Brazil, The Cheesecake Factory, Dave & Buster’s, Urban Air Adventure Park, 5 Wits and many more! For more information, visit www.waldengalleria.com.
About Pyramid Management Group
Pyramid Management Group is one of the largest, most innovative, privately-held real estate developers in the northeast. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, Pyramid’s portfolio of dynamic shopping, dining and entertainment destinations and expanding hospitality presence dominate the northeast with 9 properties located throughout New York and Massachusetts. For 50 years, Pyramid has built its reputation on being first, fast, ahead of the curve and always what’s next, leading the industry in combining the best elements of traditional retail with world-class dining and entertainment, all under one roof. For more information, visit www.pyramidmg.com.