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Benihana - Houston, TX, Houston, TX

Benihana - Houston, TX

4.8
4.8
7770 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 79 times today
  • Kid-friendly
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
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 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 789-4962
  • Website
    https://www.benihana.com/
  • 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/
  • Location
    9707 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042
  • Neighborhood
    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

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Offers

  • $39 TASTE OF BENIHANA

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM,Mon - Thu - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    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

  • NATIONAL MARGARITA DAY - $8 ROCKY’S MARGARITAS!

    Feb 22, 2025 only
    Celebrate National Margarita Day on Saturday, February 22, with $8 Rocky’s Margaritas, available all day, open to close! Crafted with Altos Plata Tequila, Combier d’Orange, organic agave nectar, yuzu, and Grand Marnier, enjoy your margarita in five bold flavors: Traditional | Mango | Passion Fruit | Strawberry Dine-in only. Tax and gratuity not included. Cannot be combined with other offers.

    NATIONAL MARGARITA DAY - $8 ROCKY’S MARGARITAS! Photo

  • WAGYU OF THE WORLD MENU

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM,Mon - Thu - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    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

Menu

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What 7,770 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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Houston

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Houston, TX offers a vibrant dining experience with "talented chefs" who entertain and delight guests with "fun shows" while preparing "delicious food." The restaurant is a family favorite for special occasions, thanks to "excellent service" and standout chefs like Henry and Billy. Guests enjoy the hibachi-style cooking and the lively atmosphere, making it a memorable place for celebrations.

7,770 Reviews

  1. SCOTT

    VIP

    New Orleans

    56 reviews

    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great experience at Benihana Westheimer! Thomas is an excellent chef and the service was outstanding.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Scott! We're thrilled to hear that you had another great experience at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's wonderful to know that you found our service outstanding and enjoyed our cuisine. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. - The Management Team

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  2. Madison

    VIP

    Houston

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had a great time. The chef was very entertaining and the service was very, very good.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hey Madison, We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife had a great time at Benihana - Houston, TX! It's wonderful to know that our chef's performance and service met your expectations. We always aim to provide entertaining service and delicious food, so your kind words are truly appreciated. We can't wait to welcome you back for another enjoyable dining experience. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  3. Caiden

    VIP

    Houston

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good time and a lot of fun to watch the chef cook our food and do his tricks.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hello Caiden, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you always have a good time at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's fantastic to know that you enjoy watching our chef cook your food and perform his tricks. We strive to provide an exciting and memorable dining experience for all our guests, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, Benihana - Houston, TX Management Team

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  4. Amaya

    VIP

    Houston

    55 reviews

    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the fun atmosphere and hilarious chef. He made our food to perfection.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hi Amaya, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at our restaurant. It's always our goal to make our guests feel special with our unique and hilarious Chef. We're glad you enjoyed the fun atmosphere and found our food to your liking. We strive to provide excellent service and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We can't wait to welcome you back to Benihana - Houston, TX. Best regards, The Management Team

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  5. Deacon

    VIP

    Houston

    71 reviews

    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was great as usual, and we got a cute photo from the host. The food and chef were amazing.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hi Deacon, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Benihana - Houston, TX! It's wonderful to know that our food and chef met your expectations and that you had a great time with us. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and serve as a wonderful encouragement to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. Miranda

    VIP

    Houston

    100 reviews

    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent experience. The food was amazing and our chef was very entertaining.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Hey Miranda, We're over the moon to hear that you had an excellent experience at Benihana - Houston, TX! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food and found our chef entertaining. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. Thank you for your positive feedback, and we look forward to serving you again soon! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  7. Michael

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an awesome time! Service was excellent! The staff was attentive and the food was excellent!
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Michael, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an awesome time at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's great to know that our team's attentiveness and food met your expectations. We strive to provide excellent service and delicious meals for our guests. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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  8. Tanisha

    VIP

    Houston

    73 reviews

    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef had all kinds of tricks up his sleeve. Great food, lots of energy.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Tanisha! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's wonderful to know that our chef had plenty of tricks up his sleeve and that you enjoyed the food. We strive to provide an energetic dining experience for all our guests. We appreciate your positive feedback and look forward to serving you again soon.

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  9. Samantha

    VIP

    Houston

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entertaining value was superb. I couldn't believe how delicious the food was.
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Samantha! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's wonderful to know that you found our food delicious and our value entertaining. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we can't wait to welcome you back soon!

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  10. Sonia

    VIP

    Houston

    56 reviews

    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our chef Henry was nice and friendly, and the food was delicious, much lighter and less greasy than other cook on the table restaurants
    Benihana - Houston, TXResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Sonia! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Benihana - Houston, TX. It's wonderful to know that our chef made a positive impression and that you found our food to be delicious and lighter. We strive to provide the best dining experience for our guests, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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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 4.8 stars by 7770 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 PM
Booked 79 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
  • Neighborhood
    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
  • Website
    https://www.benihana.com/
  • 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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