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Benihana - Houston, TX, Houston, TX

Benihana - Houston, TX

4.9
4.9
7531 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 39 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Child-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.

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • 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/
  • Neighbourhood
    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

What 7,531 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Houston

    Japanese

  • Houston

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Houston offers an exciting dining experience with "great food" and "fun chefs" who entertain guests with lively hibachi cooking. Known for its consistently "excellent quality" and "friendly service," this location is perfect for special occasions like birthdays. Standouts include the "amazing shrimp fried rice" and "delicious sushi."

7,531 Reviews
  1. Zacqueline

    Houston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The service provided was rushed and made my family and I feel like we better choke our food down and get out.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Dear Zacqueline, thank you for posting a review and we’re sorry to hear that your experience was not up to standards. If you wish to contact us with further details regarding this experience, you may reach us by visiting our "Contact Us" page on our website.

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  2. Alan

    VIP

    Houston

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My son loves to watch the chef cook his food and do the volacano onion trick.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hey Alan! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your son enjoyed the chef's show and loved our volacano onion trick. We always strive to make our guests' experiences memorable and it's great to know we're succeeding. We look forward to welcoming you and your son back to Benihana - Houston, TX for more exciting culinary adventures! Best, The Management Team

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  3. Francine

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food, as always, never disappointed when we go there to celebrate a birthday or just for a girls night out!! The dinner show is great at the communal hibachi table and I dream of that chicken fried rice ❤️
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Francine! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's wonderful to know that our service and food met your expectations and that our dinner show added to your evening. We always strive to make special occasions even more memorable. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more celebrations and nights out. Cheers!

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  4. Sandra

    VIP

    Houston

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This Benihana has been my favorite for years. If you request chef Henry, you will get the best food and show you’ve ever had.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hello Sandra, Thank you for your kind words and for being a loyal customer for years. We are thrilled to hear that our chef Henry consistently provides you with the best food and show you've ever had! We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to serving you again soon. Best wishes, Benihana - Houston, Management Team

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  5. Jim

    VIP

    Houston

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good place for birthdays, anniversaries and graduations. Benihana celebrates well.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Cindy! We're thrilled to hear that you've enjoyed your birthdays, anniversaries, and graduations at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's wonderful to know that our birthday celebrations have been memorable for you and your friends. We always strive to make our guests' celebrations memorable and we're glad you felt the same way. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  6. Chucky

    VIP

    Houston

    69 reviews

    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal with absolutely amazing service. The staff was really nice.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hey Chucky, We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful dining experience at Benihana - Houston, TX! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food and found our service amazing. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. Best, The Management Team

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  7. madeline

    VIP

    Houston

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You can’t come to Benihana’s without eating the chicken fried rice.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Madeline! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our chicken fried rice at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's always a pleasure to serve our valued guests like you. We strive to provide the best food and service, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to your next visit!

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  8. Juan

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The experience was ok but it was too expensive - we have paid similar prices at high end restaurants, with a much better experience
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Juan! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food and service at Benihana - Houston, TX. We understand that you found our prices to be high, and we're constantly striving to provide the best experience for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to evaluate our pricing and offerings. We hope to see you again soon for a more enjoyable experience.

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  9. Alan

    VIP

    Houston

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t wait to come back. We love the sushi and sake options.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Michelle! We're thrilled to hear that you loved our sushi and sake options at Benihana - Houston, TX. We strive to offer a unique and enjoyable dining experience to all our guests. We're looking forward to your next visit. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Virginia

    VIP

    Houston

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time. The food was great. The staff was great. The chef put on a good show.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Virginia! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's wonderful to know that our food and staff made your experience memorable. We're especially glad that you enjoyed the chef's show! Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to keep delivering top-notch experiences. We can't wait to welcome you back for another great time!

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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 4.9 stars by 7531 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 p.m.
Booked 39 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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
  • 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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