Benihana - Encino, CA

Benihana - Encino, CA reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Arameh

   Los Angeles1 review

   3.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 1

   Do something for ventilation please, this is serious big issue. People are nice and friendly, food quality is acceptable but again main problem is ventilation.
   

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   Art

   Los Angeles10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Marvin was an excellent chef. His light show was superb. Tony as his wingman waiter was a good tandem.
   

   Benihana - Encino, CAResponded today

   Thanks for the review, Art! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience at Benihana - Encino, CA. We're glad you enjoyed our light show and found our service to be good. We strive to provide the best value to our customers and value your feedback. We look forward to serving you again soon. - The Management Team
   

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   Deon

   New York City7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Friendly staff and great food. Definitely will come back soon
   

   Benihana - Encino, CAResponded today

   Thanks for the feedback, Deon! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Benihana - Encino, CA. It's always wonderful to know that our staff's friendly demeanor and delicious food added to your satisfaction. We're already looking forward to your next visit. Thanks again for choosing us!
   

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   Melissa

   Los Angeles1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I just had the most incredible experience at Benihana thanks to Yaneli, our amazing server, and Todd, the talented chef! From the moment we arrived, they went above and beyond to make sure we felt special. Yaneli was incredibly attentive, sweet, and made my mom's birthday even more memorable by singing to her with her team and even taking a picture with us to capture the moment. Todd’s cooking was fantastic, and his skill at the grill was truly impressive. They were both on top of everything and really made the evening unforgettable. Highly recommend this place for an exceptional dining experience!
   

   Benihana - Encino, CAResponded today

   Thanks for visiting us, Melissa! We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional experience at Benihana - Encino, CA. It's wonderful to know that our team's efforts to make your visit special and memorable were appreciated. We're also glad you enjoyed our food and that the singing and photo session added to your experience. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles1 review

   4.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   I love coming to Benihana for the high-quality food and how flavorful it is. The only thing that bothers me is when you come with a small party you are forced to sit elbow to elbow with strangers, some of which are very loud and close to your personal space, but the chef was very kind and attentive, and the food was delicious.!
   

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   Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 5 days ago

   Dear Guest! Thanks for visiting us at Benihana - Encino, CA! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy our high-quality food and find it flavorful. We understand that your comfort is important, and we're glad our chef was able to accommodate your party. We appreciate your feedback and hope to serve you again soon.
   

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   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Las Vegas1 review

   2.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Still had to wait about 45 minutes with a reservation.
   

   Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 5 days ago

   Dear Guest! We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Benihana - Encino, CA. We understand that waiting can be frustrating, especially when you have a reservation. We assure you that we're taking your feedback seriously and will work on improving our service times. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with the excellent service we're known for. Best Regards, The Management Team
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was authentic Japanese cuisine the my Sushi was really delicious This was my first time there, looking forward to return
   

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   Benihana - Encino, CAResponded 6 days ago

   Dear Guest, thank you so much for your kind words and the 5-star rating! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our authentic Japanese cuisine and found your sushi to be delicious. We're also delighted to know that you're planning to return and we look forward to serving you again soon. Looking forward to welcoming you back at Benihana - Encino, CA. - The Management Team
   

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   ChristineH

   Los Angeles23 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   What a great experience for my daughter’s birthday.
   

   Benihana - Encino, CAResponded on March 21, 2025

   Hey Christine, We're thrilled to hear that you chose Benihana - Encino, CA for your daughter's birthday and had a great time! It's wonderful to know that our food and service lived up to your expectations. We always aim to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for more celebrations in the future. Best regards, The Management Team
   

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   Sonyia

   Hawaii2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 19, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Benihana is always great. However, The filet mignon wasn’t good quality or it seemed old. The location needs to get rid of the stinky carpet. It just needs a little update/facelift.
   

   Benihana - Encino, CAResponded on March 21, 2025

   Thanks for the review, Sonyia! We're glad to hear that you've enjoyed your experiences at Benihana - Encino, CA. We apologize for the inconsistencies in our filet mignon quality and the state of our carpets. We're taking your feedback seriously and will be looking into these matters. We hope to serve you again soon and provide an improved dining experience.
   

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    Marc

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    As good as ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    

    Benihana - Encino, CAResponded on March 19, 2025

    Dear Marc, Wow! We love the enthusiasm! 😃🎉 Thank you for your support—we're so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience. Can't wait to have you back again! 🙌🍽️
    

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