Benihana - Downey, CA

4.1

5910 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 142 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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Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(562) 372-9210
Website
https://www.benihana.com/
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: (562) 372-9210

Location
8801 Apollo Way, Downey, CA 90242
Neighborhood
Downey / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs
Cross street
Downey Promenade
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

What 5,910 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
4.1Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

East LA
Kid-friendly
East LA
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Benihana in Downey offers an exciting dining experience with "entertaining chefs" like Kelonnie and Chris, who bring energy and humor to the table. Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "great vibes," making it ideal for celebrations. While service can sometimes be slow, the lively ambiance and interactive cooking show create memorable moments for diners.

5,910 Reviews

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George
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Wish exhaust system worked better to eliminate food odors off clothing.
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Marco
VIP
Baja California
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Precious was outstanding …she is a great chef and fun chef !
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Danielle
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Was sat at a dirty grill. Took a long time for a chef to come. Reservation at 8 left after 11 pm. The chef was very nice but his runner was terrible. Didn’t come to check our drinks, if we needed sauces, etc.. We were there to celebrating but it turned into I’m ready to go because they taking too long.
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Kamela
Los Angeles
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
It was my daughter 1st time and we had a chef that was very quiet and took away from the full experience. She was seeing the other out going chefs interactions with there guests they were serving and was sad she didn’t get the same experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food experience felt rushed and waiter was not attentive
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Maikai
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a fantastic dining experience at Benihana, thanks to our chef, Precious. She was incredibly personable and made the evening even more enjoyable with her engaging personality. The food she prepared was absolutely delicious, showcasing her culinary skills beautifully. I would love to have Precious as our chef again on our next visit!
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Cynthia
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Weird vibes, not an upscale ambience at all . 3 hour wait, despite having reservations. The mug for my tea came out to me dirty, smudged with brown sticky goop. The 5 course meal was so spread out I couldn’t enjoy it. By the time my meat was ready, my rice was cold. I saw people arrive after me and leave before the chef even arrived to the table. Won’t return.
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Christian
Orange County
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
had us wait almost 2 hours even if we had a reservation.
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Eugenie
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was tasty, we went on Christmas and waited 2 hours with a reservation, overall it was « ok »
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Debra
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We waited for 1 hour and 20 minutes for a Chef to come to our Teppan. The womens bathroom was disgusting - out of four stalls, 3 stalls were clogged with hidious stuff in the bowls and the fourth stall was constantly running but the bowl was clear due to the water continuously running. I informed one of the staff, who stated that she would get it handled.
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FAQs

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

Benihana - Downey, CA is rated 4.1 stars by 5910 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 142 times today

Order delivery or takeout

8801 Apollo Way, Downey, CA 90242

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Downey Promenade
Neighborhood
Downey / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Website
https://www.benihana.com/
Phone number
(562) 372-9210
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: (562) 372-9210

Benihana - Downey, CA

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

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What 5,910 people are saying

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Review summary

FAQs

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Make a reservation

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