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Benihana - San Diego, CA, San Diego, CA

Benihana - San Diego, CA

4.1
4.1
7309 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 106 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • 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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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
    (619) 298-4666
  • 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
    our Private Event Coordinator: (619) 298-4666
  • Area
    Mission Valley
  • Cross Street
    8 FWY and 163 FWY
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

What 7,309 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Japanese

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in San Diego offers a lively and festive atmosphere, perfect for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries. Guests rave about the "great chefs" and "fun cooking performances" that make dining a memorable experience. While the food is delicious, some diners note that service can be slow during peak times, so plan accordingly.

7,309 Reviews
  1. Russell

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor over cook on steaks. Cook became rude and argumentative when told so. No apology or offer to correct. I'll stick to Shogun on Kearny Villa Road

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  2. Lizette

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to celebrate a birthday. Staff is very friendly and service is great. Food was delicious.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Lizette! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience celebrating your birthday at Benihana - San Diego. It's wonderful to know that our friendly staff and top-notch service made your visit memorable. We're also glad that you enjoyed our delicious food. We appreciate your feedback and will continue to work on providing the best value. We hope to serve you again soon!

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  3. Nicole

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time with the family. We celebrated our son’s birthday!! Yuki was our server and was phenomenal! Great personality, on top of our request and very pleasant. Fausto our Chef made our food with love and soooo flavorful! Thanks!
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Hello, Nicole! Thank you for choosing to celebrate your son's birthday at Benihana - San Diego! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had a great time and that you found our service and food to be phenomenal. We always aim to make every dining experience memorable and it's wonderful to know we succeeded. We look forward to serving you again soon. Warm regards, The Management Team

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  4. Robert

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was good but be prepared to wait, even if you have a reservation.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Robert! Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food and service at Benihana - San Diego. However, we understand that waiting can sometimes be a bit of a hassle, especially when you have a reservation. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and we're working on improving our reservation system to avoid this in the future. 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. We appreciate your patience and hope to serve you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  5. Brenda

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Linda was our server and Luis was our chef. They were both amazing and went above and beyond for service. Linda was quick with drinks and getting orders in and Luis provided a wonderful experience. Our kids LOVED everything. THANK YOU Luis & Linda!
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Brenda! Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you and your kids had a wonderful experience at Benihana - San Diego. It's great to know that our team's efforts to provide excellent service and a memorable dining experience made a positive impression on you and your family. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon.

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  6. Jerry

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our chef Angel and our waiter were both fantastic, true professionals in every sense of the word.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Hey Jerry! Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your group had a fantastic experience at Benihana - San Diego. It's wonderful to know that our team of chefs, wait staff, and staff made your visit memorable. We strive to provide the best service and food, and your kind words truly make our efforts worthwhile. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  7. Christian

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Nicole was outstanding!!! Our chef Ray put on a great show and the food was delicious!!
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Christian! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Benihana - San Diego. It's wonderful to know that our team's efforts to put on a great show and serve delicious food were appreciated. We strive to provide our guests with memorable dining experiences and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  8. Gigi

    Las Vegas

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love going this Benihana’s for lunch. We go early and it’s not that loud.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Gigi! We're thrilled to hear that you love dining at Benihana - San Diego for lunch. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests, so it's great to know we're hitting the mark. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  9. Vanicia

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Wish they had a cute photo area to take pictures. That would really make it the ultimate experience with everything else
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Vanicia! Thanks for visiting us at Benihana - San Diego! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the overall experience, food, service, and value. We appreciate your feedback about our photo area and are always looking for ways to improve. We hope to see you again soon for another ultimate dining experience!

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  10. Paulina

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love the food, service, ambiance. However if it’s busy plan on eating an hour after reservation time and being there for 2 hours
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Paulina! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, service, and ambiance at Benihana - San Diego. We understand that busy times can cause delays, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We're continuously working on improving our service to provide an even better dining experience. 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. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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FAQs

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

Benihana - San Diego, CA is rated 4.1 stars by 7309 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 106 times today

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Google Map for Benihana - San Diego, CA

477 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    8 FWY and 163 FWY
  • Area
    Mission Valley
  • 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, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 298-4666
  • 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
    our Private Event Coordinator: (619) 298-4666
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