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Benihana - Encino, CA, Encino, CA

Benihana - Encino, CA

4.2
4.2
4819 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 103 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
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–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • 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
    Private Event Coordinator: (818) 788-7121
  • Neighbourhood
    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

Offers

  • $39 TASTE OF BENIHANA

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.,Fri - Sat - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    Enjoy the flavors of our signature hibachi with an exclusive five-course meal for just $39 per person. Enjoy our fan favorites like our fried rice, hibachi steak or tender chicken, Benihana soup and signature salad, fresh sushi,  homemade dipping sauces, and more! Menu available Monday through Sunday in the bar and lounge area for dine-in only. Not available with any other promotions, discounts or promotions, including the birthday certificates. Tax and gratuity are not included.

    $39 TASTE OF BENIHANA photo
  • WAGYU OF THE WORLD MENU

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.,Fri - Sat - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    Experience our newly added six-course Wagyu of the World menu! The unique menu features mouthwatering premium cuts along with flavorful pairings like our Benihana soup and salad, hibachi vegetables, mushrooms, steamed rice and more.  Ask your server for more details. Reserve now!

    WAGYU OF THE WORLD MENU photo

What 4,819 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Encino, CA, offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "great service." The chefs, like "Gus" and "Hunter," entertain with skill and flair, creating a memorable atmosphere for celebrations. However, be prepared for potential wait times even with reservations. Overall, it's a lively spot for a fun meal.

4,819 Reviews
  1. KerriM

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an absolutely marvelous time. The service was amazing. The food was absolutely delicious because my mom’s 85th birthday. She felt so excited and happy it was amazing the steak the filet mignon the Châteaubriand, the shrimp, the scallops oh my gosh, everything amazing.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Kerri! We're thrilled to hear that you and your mom had a wonderful birthday celebration at Benihana - Encino, CA. It's great to know that you enjoyed the food and service. We always strive to make special occasions even more memorable. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences.

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  2. TaylorH

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dinner, great service! Definitely will be back
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Taylor! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing dinner at Benihana - Encino, CA. It's wonderful to know that our service met your expectations. We always strive to provide the best dining experience for our guests and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!

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  3. Jennifer

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    It smells from too many years of cooking. It’s dirty. It needs a good remodel.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 5 days ago
    Hey Jennifer, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food, but we're truly sorry to hear that our overall cleanliness and cooking smells affected your dining experience. We understand that your recent remodel needs to be done, and we're committed to making it better. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Best, The Management Team

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    If you make reservations on line be prepared to still wait. We had to wait 45 mins
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Guest! Thanks for the review. We're sorry to hear about the wait you experienced despite making a reservation on our site. We understand the frustration of waiting, especially when you're looking forward to a meal out. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food. We're committed to providing excellent service and we hope that we can make your next visit even more enjoyable. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon.

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  5. Cristal

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was very good , the chef and server very nice ,
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded on February 25, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Cristal! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your dining experience at Benihana - Encino, CA. It's great to know that our chef and server were able to provide you with a pleasant experience. We always strive to provide the best food and service to our customers, and it's rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  6. Jessica

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and the food was perfect but even with a reservation it took us an hour later to be seated. This is now the second time this has happened to us in the past two months.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded on February 24, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Jessica! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We apologize for the delay you experienced, especially considering your reservation. We value your feedback and will use it to improve our reservation system. We hope to serve you again soon. - Benihana - Encino, CA The Management Team

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  7. Armando

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I recently visited Benihana and had a great dining experience overall. The food was amazing, full of flavor, and cooked to perfection right in front of us. Our chef was not only skilled but also friendly and entertaining, making the meal even more enjoyable. The service was solid, with the staff being attentive and accommodating. That said, the restaurant itself feels a bit rundown and cramped. The tables are packed in tightly, making the space feel a little too crowded. It could definitely use some updates to match the quality of the food and service. If you’re looking for a cleaner, more spacious experience, I’d recommend checking out the Arcadia location, which feels much newer and better maintained.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded on February 24, 2025
    Hello Armando, Thank you for your review and for choosing Benihana - Encino, CA for your dining experience. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the flavorful food and found our service to be excellent. We also appreciate your feedback on the space and agree that we can always improve. We're constantly looking for ways to enhance our guests' experiences and your comments will be taken into consideration. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience. Best, Benihana - Encino, CA Management Team

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  8. Sarvenaz

    Las Vegas

    12 reviews

    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This was the worst dinner ever. I have been coming to this restaurant for years and last night was by far beyond terrible. We were seated in a pathway for the chefs and servers and were disturbed multiple times during our means. The trolly carts that the chefs push couldn’t fit between us and the 2 people sitting behind us. We were bumped multiple times and were interrupted during our meal to keep getting up for the carts to pass through. This is unacceptable! If you can’t have a fitting pathway, then customers shouldn’t be seated there. I complained to the manager (Dean) and he was so rude and passive. What a bad manager with no customer service skills. He didn’t do anything to make our experience better and just rolled his eyes at us and walked away. What a waste of time and money this dinner was. I would like another manager to call me to further discuss my dissatisfaction.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded on February 24, 2025
    Hello Sarvenaz, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Benihana - Encino, CA. We understand how important it is to have a comfortable dining experience, especially when you've been coming to our restaurant for years. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the pathway seating and the carts. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly address these issues with our team. We strive to provide excellent service and it's clear we fell short during your visit. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right. Best, Benihana - Encino, CA Management Team

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  9. Silvia

    VIP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. Gus the chef was excellent. Had a great time for my birthday.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded on February 22, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Silvia! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful birthday celebration at Benihana - Encino, CA. It's great to know that you had an excellent time with our chef, Gus, and that you enjoyed your meal. We strive to provide excellent service and it's wonderful to hear that we met your expectations. We hope to see you again soon for another memorable experience. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Andrew

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. We celebrated my daughter’s birthday at Benihana for the 7th straight year and we will definitely be returning for an 8th.
    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded on February 20, 2025
    Hi Andrew, We're thrilled to hear that you chose Benihana - Encino, CA for your daughter's birthday celebration! It's always a pleasure to serve you and we're glad that we could make your daughter's birthday memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for an 8th consecutive year!

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FAQs

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

Benihana - Encino, CA is rated 4.2 stars by 4819 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 103 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
  • Neighbourhood
    Encino
  • 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
    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
    Private Event Coordinator: (818) 788-7121
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