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Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX, Houston, TX

Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX

4.0
4
2029 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (713) 659-8231
  • 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/
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Between Clay & Polk
  • Parking details
    We validate parking Monday through Friday after 5:00 PM and all day on Saturday and Sunday.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Offers

  • $3, $6 $9 HAPPY HOUR

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 15:00 - 22:00,Fri - 15:00 - 23:00
    Explore our new $3, $6, & $9 Happy Hour menu! Indulge in steamy edamame, the juicy Rocky's Wagyu Burger, signature cocktails like the refreshing Benihana Punch and much more! With a variety of delicious options, it doesn’t get happier than this! Exclusions apply. Menu items, dates and times vary by location. Contact your local Benihana for additional information
    $3, $6 $9 HAPPY HOUR photo
  • $39 TASTE OF BENIHANA

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 - 22:00,Mon - Thu - 11:00 - 15:00, 15:00 - 22:00,Fri - 11:00 - 15:00, 15:00 - 23:00,Sat - 11:00 - 23:00
    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 - 11:00 - 22:00,Mon - Thu - 11:00 - 15:00, 15:00 - 22:00,Fri - 11:00 - 15:00, 15:00 - 23:00,Sat - 11:00 - 23:00
    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 2,029 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Downtown Houston offers a lively dining experience with "excellent food" and top-notch service. Guests rave about the fun Teppan style cooking and commend servers like "Jerry and Edgar" for their attentiveness. Despite occasional service hiccups, the "amazing sushi" and festive ambiance keep patrons returning for celebrations and memorable meals.
2,029 Reviews
  1. Shawnta

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This place is filthy! We had a used sugar packet floating in our soup and the manager did nothing to compensate us other than to get us a new bowl of soup. Grease and grime all over the cooking table vents and will cause a fire one day. The cooking table had old food on it when we were seated. This place needs a deep cleaning. Can’t believe the health inspector hasn’t shut this location down. A used sugar packet in a bowl of soup is unacceptable. Means someone is not cleaning the dishes and or dumping things in food items that aren’t supposed to be in there in purpose.
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Shawnta, We're really sorry to hear about your experience at Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX. Cleanliness and safety are our top priorities, and we apologize for the issues you've mentioned. We take your feedback seriously and will address this issue immediately. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide a better dining experience. Best, The Management Team

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  2. Diane

    Houston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We had reservations at 6:30 but didn't get seated until 7:15. We had an 8 month old baby so waiting around was a little difficult. The restaurant was packed, so service was a bit slow. The food was okay- the soup tasted like dirty water.
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Diane, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX. We understand how important a smooth dining experience is, especially when you have a young child with you. We apologize for the delay in seating and the slower service you experienced. We also regret that the food didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and will definitely take it into consideration as we strive to improve our service and food quality. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with the quality and service you deserve. Best regards, The Management Team

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  3. Hannah

    Houston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I truly believe the business still has customers; is due to it being one of the only locations in the city that has hibachi cooked in front of you. One owner is the host, she is rude and pushy all 3 times I have visited. The bartender was the best part of the experience. My husband and I ordered a couple drinks as we waited on a table. Waiting was never an issue. As soon as we sat down at the table, I ordered us sushi with our waitress. My husband had to go get our sushi from the bartender. Our waitress didn’t check on it or care it sat there for 15 minutes. Thanks to the bartender he brought it out for us. We also ordered another appetizer. Which didn’t come out until our food was about to be prepared. Twice have we ordered food before our meal and it all still comes out on top of one another. Everyone at our table went without drink refills for 20-30 minutes. Once the food was cooking; our server checked in once and didn’t come back till the end. I find that when people are spending upwards of $100-$300 for two people to dine out. With this service is atrocious. For a server to make $160-$300 off one table for subpar service is also atrocious for the industry. As I have worked in fine dining for 10+ years, in world renowned cultures of New Orleans & Mobile, Alabama. World renowned chefs I have worked for. So bare minimum of service is expected. It feels that the place doesn’t truly care about guest. They only care about the money going into their pockets. Which is why the service industry/ restaurant experience is not the same anymore. What they call a Filet Mignon is truly just a thick Center Cut. The New York Strip was cut in half. At the at point it’s equivalent to flank steak. If prices are so high for experience & quality of food. This establishment doesn’t hold up to either. The two best things of the establishment was our bartender & chief. Who both are phenomenal in their careers! The ones that should be ashamed is the owners. Who truly careless.
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Hannah, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX. We understand that waiting and service issues were not to your satisfaction and we apologize for any inconvenience caused. We take your feedback seriously and will work on improving our service. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Best, The Management Team

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  4. Jasmine

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef was amazing! The staff were very friendly & welcoming!
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Jasmine, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX! It's wonderful to know that our chefs and staff made a positive impression on you. We always aim to provide friendly and welcoming service and it's great to hear that we hit the mark during your visit. We appreciate your high ratings and your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  5. chris

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a great experience with great food and great service.
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded on 13 January 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Chris! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food and service. We strive to provide our guests with an unforgettable dining experience and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  6. vincent

    Atlanta

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had someone allergic to shrimp at our table. I was they would have offered us another table instead of limiting our choices
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded on 11 January 2025
    Dear Vincent, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We understand how important it is to accommodate food allergies, and we’re sorry for any inconvenience caused by limiting your options. We always strive to ensure a safe and enjoyable dining experience for all of our guests. Your comments are valuable, and we’ll certainly take them into consideration as we continue to improve our service. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  7. Elizabeth

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been dining here since 2008. Only Benihana in the area I love going to. Staff is awesome.
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded on 13 January 2025
    Thanks for the review, Elizabeth! We're thrilled to hear that you've been a loyal customer since 2008 and that you enjoy your time at Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX. It's wonderful to know that our staff's awesome service continues to impress you. We always strive to provide the best dining experience for our guests. Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  8. Harry

    VIP

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another great experience at Benihana. We enjoy dining there regularly. Benihana has excellent food and the Teppan style cooking is a fun dining experience.
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded on 8 January 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Harry! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your latest visit to Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX. It's fantastic to know that you enjoy our food and Teppan style cooking. We always strive to provide excellent service and it's great to hear that we've hit the mark during your visits. Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  9. Alicia

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was flavorless. Our cook was boring and not entertaining at all. He gave majority of us the wrong food and our waitress sucked as well. We had to wait a while to get a refill on our drinks. The manager came and gave us free coupons for dessert, but we didn’t order dessert! Definitely will not be returning to this location
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded on 6 January 2025
    Hey Alicia, We're really sorry to hear about your experience at Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX. It's disappointing to hear that our food and service did not meet your expectations. We take pride in our food and entertainment, and it seems we missed the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Von

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sandy and Edwin were amazing!!! Food and service was top tier!!!
    Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TXResponded on 6 January 2025
    Hello Von, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional experience at Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX. It's great to know that you enjoyed both our food and service. We always strive to provide top-tier experiences for our guests, and your feedback reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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FAQs

Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 659-8231.

Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX is rated 4 stars by 2029 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Benihana - Houston - Downtown, TX

1318 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Clay & Polk
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We validate parking Monday through Friday after 5:00 PM and all day on Saturday and Sunday.
  • 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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (713) 659-8231
  • 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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