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Benihana - Houston, TX, Houston, TX

Benihana - Houston, TX

4.8
4.8
7604 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Kid-friendly
  • 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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 789-4962
  • Website
    https://www.benihana.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, 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/
  • Location
    9707 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042
  • Neighborhood
    Far Westheimer
  • Cross street
    S Gesseenger
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

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What 7,604 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Houston

    Japanese

  • Houston

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Houston, TX offers a lively dining experience with "excellent service and food." The restaurant is a popular choice for celebrations, providing an entertaining chef-led show at communal hibachi tables. Guests rave about the "delicious chicken fried rice" and "sushi and sake options." For a memorable meal, request "Chef Henry" or "Chef Billy" for top-notch culinary performances. While some guests noted occasional service hiccups, the overall consensus highlights a fun and engaging atmosphere perfect for family outings and special occasions.

7,604 Reviews

  1. Joanne

    VIP

    Houston

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good service and a fun talented chef. Great experience.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hey Jony, we're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Benihana - Houston! It's fantastic to know that our service and chef made a positive impression on you. We strive to provide our guests with memorable dining experiences and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon. Thanks for your kind words and high ratings!

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  2. Murrey

    VIP

    Houston

    78 reviews

    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is delicious and it’s fun to watch the chef prepare your food right in front of you
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hello Murrey, Thank you for your kind words and for giving us a perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and had a fun time dining with us. It's always our goal to provide an enjoyable dining experience for our guests, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team at Benihana - Houston

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  3. Nellie

    VIP

    Houston

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great, food yummy, and such a fun way to celebrate my daughters birthday!!
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Nellie! We're thrilled to hear that you and your daughter enjoyed your celebration at Benihana - Houston. It's wonderful to know that our service, food, and fun atmosphere added to your experience. We strive to make every visit a memorable one, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  4. Adita

    VIP

    Houston

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food as usual, we love to eat here. Our chef was excellent
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Adita! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and the service at Benihana - Houston. We strive to provide excellent food and service to all our guests, and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon.

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  5. Jamaica

    VIP

    Houston

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entertainment was worth the price of the food - our 'chef' was hysterical.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Jamaica! We're thrilled to hear you had a great time at our restaurant and enjoyed the entertainment. It's always our goal to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to serving you again soon! Best regards, The Management Team at Benihana - Houston

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  6. Gabriel

    VIP

    Houston

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great restaurant to take someone for a birthday.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hi Gabriel, We're thrilled to hear that you chose Benihana - Houston for your birthday celebration! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed your time with us and found our food and service to be top-notch. We always aim to make special occasions like these extra memorable for our guests. Thank you for taking the time to leave us this fantastic review. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best wishes, The Management Team

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  7. Pamela

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and the chef was awesome. Foods a bit pricey but worth it.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hi Pamela, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Benihana - Houston, TX! It's wonderful to know that our chef's culinary skills and our food met your expectations. We strive to provide our customers with a memorable dining experience and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We understand your concerns about the pricing of our dishes. We always strive to provide the best quality ingredients and preparation to ensure that you enjoy your meal as much as we do. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  8. Rory

    VIP

    Houston

    49 reviews

    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been to this Benihana many times and always had great service. The food is delicious and an overall wonderful experience.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hello Rory, We're thrilled to hear that you've had great experiences at Benihana - Houston. Your kind words about our service and food truly made our day! We strive to provide an overall wonderful experience for all our guests, and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more memorable meals. Warm regards, The Management Team

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  9. Gabriel

    VIP

    Houston

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best hibachi around. The food can’t be beat by anyone.

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  10. Ezekial

    VIP

    Houston

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our chef was really outgoing and fun and made our special occasion. Great. The food was exceptional.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hi Ezekial, We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Benihana - Houston! It's fantastic that our team made your special occasion memorable. We're also delighted that you enjoyed our food. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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FAQs

Benihana - Houston, TX offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Benihana - Houston, TX also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 789-4962.

Benihana - Houston, TX is rated 4.8 stars by 7604 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Benihana - Houston, TX

9707 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    S Gesseenger
  • Neighborhood
    Far Westheimer
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.benihana.com/
  • Phone number
    (713) 789-4962
  • 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/

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