Benihana

Pros: Better than average food, entertaining entertainment
Cons: Very smoky interior

Benihana is a classic that has been around for a long time. Longevity in restaurants generally means that they have hit upon some formula that appeals to the masses. Having eaten in the Carlsbad, California location of Benihana this week, I can ...

Pros: entertaining - and the food's pretty good!
Cons: entertaining food is a little expensive

(Originally written in Dec 17 '00 in the wrong category, moved with the help of jdhauer.) One of the best things about being laid off is that people are always wanting to cheer you up by taking you out to eat, and each set of friends tries to out-do ...

Pros: great food, fun dinner "show", spot-on service, perfect for group dining
Cons: may have to sit with people you don't know

A few weeks ago I visited Benihana, the Japanese steakhouse, for the first time in over 6 years. My visit made me wonder why I waited so long to go back. Benihana in Golden Valley, Minnesota provided my friends and I with great food, fast ...

Pros: Great food...Great Sushi Bar!
Cons: pricey

My First Benihana Experience

The first time I visited Benihana was just over a year ago. I really had no interest in eating there prior because I didn't know what sort of restaurant they were. Actually, I thought Benihana served...

Pros: Delicious food, amazing "show" put on by chefs, meet new people
Cons: You have to sit with people you don't know (could be a plus!)

I can’t believe it took me so long to discover the treasure of Benihana!! I recently visited Benihana for the first time and was absolutely thrilled with my experience. I just have to share this wonderful restaurant with you! THE ...

Pros: they didn't mess up the green tea
Cons: umm try EVERYTHING

Having meals with a few of my friends is something I always dread. They are the type of couple who can never agree on what to eat. One hates sushi, the other hates Chinese and Italian. Rather than arguing I grudgingly accepted dinner at Benihana’s...

Pros: Traditonal Hihachi Food
Cons: Better Places in my area.

Benihana of Tokyo is a well-known Hibachi Restaurant. In fact, I think I would call it a chain restaurant. A very expensive chain restaurant!

I love Hibachi! If you've never had Hibachi, you've got to try it at least once in you life. This...

Pros: Great meal, fun atmosphere
Cons: A bit on the pricey side

There I was, on my business trip in Cincinnati, wondering where I was going to eat dinner. I went with a couple of my business associates and we were in search of another restaurant when we stumbled upon Benihana’s.

If you’ve never been to a...

Pros: delicious, nice atmosphere, great for families and groups
Cons: pricey, good sushi takes time, so it's not recommended for impatient customers

Repulsed for the longest time by the thought of putting raw fish into my body, I was very hesitant to ever try sushi. But some sushi fan friends of ours convinced us to try their favorite restaurant with them for the sake of broadening our tastebuds'...

Pros: Excellent food with a creative way of cooking it.
Cons: Very expensive.  Sometimes you have to sit with people you don't know.

Do you ever get tired or the same, old, boring dining experience?  Sometimes it seems like a chore just to out to eat!  I know every time I go out to eat it seems like I get the same things everywhere I go.  If I go to a Mexican ...

Pros: Almost everything!
Cons: New waitresses... :-(

Of course the Benihana's near us could not be any closer. My friends and I are so happy it is only about 30 minutes away, without traffic. Benihana's is a wonderful place for teens, couples, families, and anyone who likes great Japanese food. This is not...

Pros: Great food and entertainment!
Cons: Waiting to be seated!

The Restaurant This Japanese steakhouse is not simply a restaurant; it's also a culinary entertainment venue. Guests sit at communal tables surrounding Japanese-style teppan grills while skilled chefs prepare meats and veggies in a flurry of ...

Pros: Food's pretty good.
Cons: Food is pricy, and you don't get much.

Benihana's a fun place to go if you've got a group of people to enjoy the atmosphere with. You'll all have a great time, until you get your bill, that is.

Dishes are served Teppan style. I'm not exactly sure what that entails, but I'm...

Pros: All you can eat tasty sushi.
Cons: prices can be high.

Do you have a taste for sushi or other Japanese cuisine and just can’t seem to find a reasonable place to satisfy your hunger? Well of the course the best place is to take a trip to Japan, but who can afford that every time they feel like ...

Pros: watching chef perform
Cons: none

My husband and I wanted to take our oldest son, 6 years old, for a special evening to celebrate his graduation from kindergarten. We decided on Benihana. It was a great choice because our son enjoyed a "grown-up" restaurant that was still fun...