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Benihana - Encino, CA, Encino, CA

Benihana - Encino, CA

4.3
4.3
4738 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 92 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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Private dining

Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (818) 788-7121
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Spice up your next gathering with Benihana catering! Our perfectly portioned hibachi entrees, sides, and sushi platters are guaranteed to wow your guests. Place your order at least 3 hours in advance and indulge in a full flavor experience. https://www.benihana.com/catering/
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for the perfect venue for your next event? Look no further! Come and enjoy a private room at Benihana. Book now and make lasting memories!
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (818) 788-7121
  • Neighborhood
    Encino
  • Cross street
    Libbit Avenue
  • Parking details
    Valet parking rates vary by day and time.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

What 4,738 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Encino, CA, offers a lively dining experience with "great food" and "entertaining chefs." Many guests enjoy celebrating special occasions here due to the "fun and energetic vibe." The staff is often praised for being "accommodating, friendly, and efficient." However, some mention long wait times and a "noisy" atmosphere.

4,738 Reviews
  1. chris

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our cook Hunter was super chill and fun. He made the experience great. Had to wait about 30 mins after my reservation time which was a bummer but i guess since they were busy it’s normal.

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  2. Neal

    Los Angeles

    69 reviews

    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Chef-Joe ! very entertaining and listened to what changes we neede!
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Neal! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Benihana - Encino. We're glad you enjoyed our entertaining Chef and appreciated the attention to your needs. We're always looking for ways to improve, so your feedback is very valuable to us. We hope to see you again soon!

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  3. Lauren

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    This place is insanely crowded and loud. The staff are overwhelmed and generally seem over it. The food was pretty good through it all, but don’t go expecting a fun show or a relaxing dinner.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Hey, Lauren! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Benihana - Encino. We're sorry to hear that your visit was a bit chaotic, but we're glad to hear that you found the food to be pretty good. We're always striving to create a fun and relaxing atmosphere for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service. We hope to see you again soon!

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  4. Stephanie

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hunter was our chef. And he did an amazing job. So friendly to talk to. Also handled an annoying customer very well.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Hey Stephanie! Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our chef and that he made your visit to Benihana - Encino even more enjoyable. We're also glad to know that our team was able to handle your customer's behavior well. We strive to provide friendly and efficient service to all our guests. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  5. Barry

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This Benihana is the very best in CA. The chefs are awesome in preparation and entertainment. The quality of the food is exceptional and the waiters have personalities that make the experience worth waiting for.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Barry, we're overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Benihana - Encino! It's wonderful to know that our chefs, waitstaff, and the quality of our food made your visit truly enjoyable. We're thrilled that we could provide you with a memorable dining experience. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  6. Daniela

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our chef Miguel was exceptional!!!! Perfect place to celebrate a birthday and they are gluten friendly when asked.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Daniela! Thanks for visiting us at Benihana - Encino! We're thrilled to hear that you had a memorable experience celebrating your birthday with us. We take pride in our gluten-free options and we're glad you appreciated them. We're also pleased to know that our chef Miguel made your visit exceptional. Your kind words are a testament to the hard work our team puts in every day. We hope to see you again soon for another special occasion or just a casual meal.

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  7. Tamara

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food . But they were running 30 minutes late. It’s very inconvenient.

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  8. Megan

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super fun / great energy in the restaurant. Loud but friendly! Met new friends at the table next to us / chef and server were lovely and food was great. Really had a great time.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 5 days ago
    Hey, Megan! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Benihana - Encino. It's great to know that our team and food made your visit enjoyable. We're glad that you enjoyed your meal and found our team to be lovely and fun. We strive to make every guest feel like a new friend, and we're glad we succeeded in your case. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  9. Juan

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    My Party arrived 10 minutes early and somehow we were seated 35 minutes late. They kept leading people that came after us go ahead of us. We did not even receive an apology from anyone.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Juan! We're sorry to hear about your recent experience at Benihana - Encino. We understand how frustrating it must have been to arrive on time only to be seated late. It's certainly not the standard we aim for. We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we hope this incident won't deter you from visiting us again. We look forward to serving you better in the future.

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  10. Maria

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m so bad with names but our chef & waitress were absolutely amazing !! The food was the best we’ve had in all of our many times there. Our waitress was funny, on top of it, overall great. My respects to her
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 6 days ago
    Hello Maria, We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Benihana - Encino! It's fantastic to know that our chef and waitress made your visit memorable. We're also glad that you found the food and service to be the best you've ever experienced. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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FAQs

Benihana - Encino, CA does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats.

Benihana - Encino, CA is rated 4.3 stars by 4738 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 92 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Benihana - Encino, CA

16226 Ventura Blvd., Encino, CA 91436

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Libbit Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Encino
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking rates vary by day and time.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (818) 788-7121
  • Catering
    Spice up your next gathering with Benihana catering! Our perfectly portioned hibachi entrees, sides, and sushi platters are guaranteed to wow your guests. Place your order at least 3 hours in advance and indulge in a full flavor experience. https://www.benihana.com/catering/
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for the perfect venue for your next event? Look no further! Come and enjoy a private room at Benihana. Book now and make lasting memories!
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (818) 788-7121
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