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Benihana - Houston, TX, Houston, TX

Benihana - Houston, TX

4.8
4.8
7641 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today
  • Child-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00
  • 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/
  • Area
    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, 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 7,641 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

NoiseEnergetic

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.
7,641 Reviews
  1. Carlos

    Houston

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    It was a rainy day and the dining room has many leaks, the room was dirty and I can’t imagine how was the kitchen. Good was Ok but the prices are too high for the poor quality of the dining room. Restaurant needs a big remodeling!!!

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  2. Ishaan

    VIP

    Houston

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience from start to finish. Chef Huy was asfunny as ever.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Ishaan! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience from start to finish at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's wonderful to know that our team's sense of humor added to your dining experience. We strive to provide top-notch food and service, and it's great to hear that we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your 5-star rating and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  3. Rafael

    VIP

    Houston

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and a fun professional chef. His food was amazing.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Rafael, We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Benihana - Houston, TX! It's wonderful to know that our service and chef exceeded your expectations. We're especially pleased that you enjoyed our food. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we look forward to serving you again soon. Thanks for the fantastic review! Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Juanita

    VIP

    Houston

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my wife’s birthday, so I decided to take her to eat her favorite food, shrimp and hibachi chicken at Benihana Westheimer. It was wonderful.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Juanita, We're thrilled to hear that you chose Benihana - Houston, TX for your wife's birthday! It's always a pleasure to make special occasions even more memorable. It's great to know that you enjoyed our shrimp and hibachi chicken and found our service excellent. We strive to provide top-notch experiences for our guests and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. Thank you for choosing us for your wife's birthday and we look forward to serving you again soon! Best, Benihana - Houston, TX Management Team

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  5. Lyndon

    VIP

    Houston

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, Awesome customer service and chef
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Lyndon, thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service and chef at Benihana - Houston, TX. We strive to provide the best experience for our guests and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to serving you again soon. - The Management Team

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  6. Zachery

    VIP

    Houston

    54 reviews

    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our chef was very good. We have no complaints. We were seated quickly and the service was great.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Zachery, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Benihana - Houston, TX. We're thrilled to hear that you found our chef to be good and that our service met your expectations. We always aim to provide quick seating and excellent service, so 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

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  7. Erin

    VIP

    Houston

    61 reviews

    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food when Henry is your Hibachi chef.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Erin, We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy our food at Benihana - Houston, TX! It's wonderful to know that our team's hibachi chefs have consistently impressed you with their skills. We strive to provide top-notch dining experiences and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. Thank you for your kind words and we look forward to serving you again soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. India

    VIP

    Houston

    83 reviews

    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my favorite locations. I have never been disappointed when I visit. I always ask for chef Henry and he makes me love coming back to Benihana.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hi India, Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's always a pleasure to know that our chef Henry made such a positive impact on your visit. We're also glad to hear that our food and service lived up to your expectations. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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  9. Kate

    VIP

    Houston

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. The service, the wait staff and everything was second to none.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Kate, We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Benihana - Houston, TX! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our service, food, and found our overall experience to be second to none. We strive to provide our guests with exceptional service and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  10. Juanita

    VIP

    Houston

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience everything was exceptional, especially the chef and the server
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Juanita! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's wonderful to know that our chef and server made a positive impression on you. We strive to provide exceptional food and service, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to serving you again soon.

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FAQs

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

Benihana - Houston, TX is rated 4.8 stars by 7641 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 32 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
  • Area
    Far Westheimer
  • 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
    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, Takeaway, 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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