Genghis Grill pioneered the build-your-own Mongolian stir-fry concept in 1998, giving guests full control over every component of their bowl — from the base and proteins to the sauce and toppings. With more than 80 fresh ingredients available and every order grilled to order on an open circular grill, no two bowls are ever exactly alike.
Signature items
Chicken, shrimp & steak — listed as most popular
Unlimited refills at lunch
Crispy chicken in mandarin orange sauce
Genghis Grill charges different rates for lunch and dinner, and offers unlimited bottomless bowl options at both dayparts.
| Bowl Option | Lunch Price | Dinner Price |
|---|---|---|
| One Bowl | $8.99 | $9.99 |
| Bottomless Bowl (All You Can Eat) | $9.99 | $12.99 |
| Kids Meal (under 12) | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Children Under 2 | Free | Free |
Like-for-like comparison of Mongolian and fast-casual stir-fry bowl concepts.
| Category | Genghis Grill | HuHot Mongolian Grill | Noodles & Company | Gen Korean BBQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch bowl / entree | $8.99 | ~$9.00 | ~$8.50 | ~$15.99 |
| Dinner bowl / entree | $9.99 | ~$12.00 | ~$9.50 | ~$19.99 |
| Bottomless / AYCE option | $12.99 | ~$14.00 | N/A | ~$24.99 |
| Kids meal | $4.99 | ~$5.99 | ~$5.49 | N/A |
| Fountain drink | $1.89 | ~$2.49 | ~$2.59 | ~$3.00 |
Genghis Grill was founded in 1998 in Dallas, Texas, introducing the build-your-own Mongolian stir-fry concept to American fast-casual dining. Inspired by the communal grilling traditions of Central Asia, the brand invites guests to step up to an open kitchen and hand-select every element of their meal — choosing from a lineup of fresh proteins, crisp vegetables, house-made sauces, and bases ranging from white rice to zucchini noodles.
The restaurant's signature open circular grill is the centerpiece of every location. Guests pass their bowl of raw ingredients to a grill chef, who cooks the custom creation at high heat right in front of them. This interactive, made-to-order model set Genghis Grill apart at a time when most fast-casual chains offered only fixed menu items. The chain expanded rapidly through the 2000s and 2010s, reaching more than 100 locations across the United States at its peak.
Today Genghis Grill operates as part of Craveworthy Brands, a multi-concept restaurant group. The brand continues to evolve its ingredient lineup — adding plant-based proteins, cauliflower rice, and zucchini noodle options to meet modern dietary preferences — while maintaining the core promise that has defined it for more than two decades: 80+ fresh ingredients, grilled your way, every time.
Find your nearest location, check current hours, and confirm today's bowl prices on the official site.
Find a Genghis Grill near youA single bowl at Genghis Grill costs $8.99 at lunch and $9.99 at dinner. The all-you-can-eat Bottomless Bowl is $9.99 at lunch and $12.99 at dinner. Prices may vary slightly by location.
The Bottomless Bowl is Genghis Grill's all-you-can-eat option. Guests can return to the ingredient bar as many times as they like and have unlimited bowls grilled to order. It is available at both lunch ($9.99) and dinner ($12.99).
Genghis Grill offers premium steak, grilled chicken, shrimp, pork, spicy sausage, meatballs, tofu, plant-based crumble, and egg. Most locations carry the full lineup, though availability can vary.
Yes. Genghis Grill accommodates vegetarians and vegans well. Plant-based protein options include tofu and plant-based crumble. Vegan-friendly sauces include coconut curry. Low-carb bases like cauliflower rice and zucchini noodles are also available.
Genghis Grill offers ten sauces: Mongolian, spicy garlic, teriyaki, sweet and sour, orange, General Tso's, black pepper, coconut curry, Korean BBQ, and garlic sesame. You can mix sauces to create your own blend.
Genghis Grill offers several bases that are naturally gluten-free, including rice noodles, zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, white rice, and brown rice. However, cross-contamination is possible on a shared grill, so guests with celiac disease should consult staff directly.
Chef-built bowls are pre-designed combinations for guests who prefer a recommended recipe. Current chef-built options include Orange Chicken (fan favorite), Supreme Fried Rice (most popular, with chicken, shrimp, and steak), and Hot N Spicy (premium steak in spicy ginger dragon sauce).
Genghis Grill is owned by Craveworthy Brands, a multi-concept restaurant group. The chain was originally founded independently in Dallas, Texas in 1998 before being acquired as part of a larger portfolio of fast-casual brands.
Yes. Genghis Grill offers a Future Warriors kids meal for children under 12, priced at $4.99. Children under 2 years old eat free. The kids meal includes a customizable mini-bowl with age-appropriate portions.