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Benihana - Newport Beach, CA, Newport Beach, CA

Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

4.3
4.3
4955 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 107 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00–23:00 Wed, Thu 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    (949) 955-0822
  • 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/
  • 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: (949) 955-0822

What 4,955 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • South Orange County

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Newport Beach, CA offers an exciting dining experience with its delicious food and entertaining chefs. Highlights include "best chef Bibi," "sensational food," and "friendly service." While some guests noted long wait times and high prices, the restaurant remains a popular choice for special occasions and family gatherings.

4,955 Reviews
  1. Daphne

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing!! Had the best Chef, Andres, put in a fun show and went above and beyond to entertain our group.
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Daphne! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Benihana - Newport Beach. It's great to know that our Chef and the Chef's Show were able to provide you with an amazing dining experience. We're also glad that you appreciated our service and found great value in your meal. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  2. Linda

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a 7:30 pm reservation and we were seated 20min from our arrival. Our server was amazing. I wish I would have remembered her name .
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Hi, Linda! Thank you for your wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional experience at Benihana - Newport Beach. We apologize for the initial delay in seating you. We always aim to provide our guests with prompt service and it's clear we fell short during your visit. Your feedback about our service is very valuable and will be used to improve our reservation system. We're glad to know that despite this, you had an overall positive experience and enjoyed our food. We hope to see you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  3. Karen

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the place. The food was great. The service was great. The personal chef was amazing!
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Karen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Benihana - Newport Beach. It's wonderful to know that our food and service lived up to your expectations. We're particularly pleased to hear that our personal chef made your visit memorable. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  4. Ginny

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything tasted good but they need to have more help on. Waited along time to get seated and then to order and eat.
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Ginny! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food at Benihana - Newport Beach. However, we apologize for the wait you experienced during your visit. We understand how frustrating that can be, especially when you're looking forward to a meal. We're continuously working on improving our service and your feedback is invaluable in that process. We hope to provide you with a more seamless dining experience in the future.

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  5. Allyson

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our chef was fantastic and service was great! Food was delicious as always!
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Allyson! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Benihana - Newport Beach. It's wonderful to know that our service and food met your expectations. We strive to provide the best for our guests and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  6. Kendyl

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was awesome but lunch took over 2 hours at 11:30 which wasn’t busy
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Hi, Kendyl! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food at Benihana - Newport Beach. However, we're sorry to hear that your lunch experience was longer than expected. We aim to provide efficient service without compromising the quality of our meals. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve our guest experience. Thank you for your review. Best, The Management Team

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  7. ren

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Gabe is very attentive and extremely capable at helping us with our order. The chef Luis Perez is a great chef and entertainer. This was our second time there in 2 weeks
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Ren! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Benihana - Newport Beach. It's great to know that our team was able to assist you with your order and that you found our chef and service to be top-notch. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  8. Michelle

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Management was awesome and greeted us upon being seated. It was so nice to be welcomed! The service was terrific and the chef prepared the food to be incredibly scrumptious!!! Owner was also greeting guests so that was also a surprise! Food was perfect and my guests were thrilled with dinner last Sat! Thank you Benihana Newport Beach for making the going away party so memorable!
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Michelle! Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your guests had a great dining experience at Benihana - Newport Beach. It's fantastic to know that our team's welcoming behavior made your visit memorable. We're also delighted that you and your guests enjoyed your meals. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends back for another memorable dining experience.

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  9. Rhonda

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    16 reviews

    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Was definitely not impressed. Food was definitely overpriced. The chef and server were good. This place is definitely not $375 for a family of 4 good.
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded on 9 December 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Rhonda! We're sorry to hear that your experience at Benihana - Newport Beach didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide excellent food and service, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short during your visit. We appreciate your honest review as it helps us improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our prices and quality. Thank you for your feedback.

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  10. Lisa

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server and chef were amazing. I had a truly wonderful birthday and experience. Thank you!
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded on 9 December 2024
    Hey Lisa! Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful birthday experience at Benihana - Newport Beach. It's great to know that our team and service made your celebration special. We always strive to provide amazing service and delicious food, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences. Best, The Management Team

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FAQs

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

Benihana - Newport Beach, CA is rated 4.3 stars by 4955 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 107 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

4250 Birch Street, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    McArthur Blvd
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00–23:00 Wed, Thu 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We also offer complimentary Valet parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (949) 955-0822
  • 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: (949) 955-0822
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