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Benihana - San Francisco, CA

4.2
4.2
3131 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
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Benihana - San Francisco, CA

4.2
$30 and under
Japanese
Japantown

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2 people
19:00
Booked 62 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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Dining areas

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
    (415) 563-4844
  • 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/

What 3,131 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Francisco

    Child-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in San Francisco offers a "fun and entertaining" dining experience with chefs who often delight guests with their lively performances. The "food is delicious," and the service is generally "excellent," although some diners experience longer wait times despite reservations. The vibrant atmosphere makes it ideal for special occasions.

3,131 Reviews
  1. Cyra

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our chef was Francisco; he was top notch, five stars all the way. He was non-stop with the Benihana thrills from start to finish. It was everything we had hoped for and more. He took such care to prepare our vegetarian meals on the grill first so that they would not have contact with meat items. The coordination between him and his assistant to get everyone their items quickly was also flawless. Well done!!!!
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Hey, Cyra! We're thrilled to hear about your fantastic experience at Benihana - San Francisco! It's great to know that our team was able to provide you with top-notch service and that our vegetarian grill dishes exceeded your expectations. We're also glad that our chef's thrills and throngs met your expectations. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  2. Joan

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday dinner for 10 year old. Entertaining. Perfect
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Joan! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your birthday dinner at Benihana - San Francisco. It's wonderful to know that you found our food and service to be perfect. We strive to make every occasion special for our guests, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  3. Marcio

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing experiente, food delicius and great time with family.
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Marcio! Thanks for visiting us at Benihana - San Francisco! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience and enjoyed our delicius food. We always aim to provide a great time with family, and your feedback is a testament to that. We noted your feedback about the value and appreciate your input. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  4. Paul

    New York City

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant was extremely busy. Food was OK and the service was OK too. It was very loud. The worst thing were the bathrooms they were absolutely disgusting. Somebody should’ve cleaned those. Disturbing 
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on 2 December 2024
    Dear Paul, thank you for posting a review and we’re sorry to hear that your experience was not up to standards. 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.

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  5. Caroline

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Erin was the best chef!!! Food was great! We all had a blast.
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on 4 December 2024
    Dear Caroline! Thank you for your positive review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and that our chef provided excellent service. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon

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  6. Peter

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Portions have gotten much smaller and prices have gone up
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded 3 days ago
    Hello, Peter! Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at Benihana - San Francisco. We're glad to hear that you found our service and food to be good. We're always working on improving our offerings and pricing, and your feedback is important to us. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. Vickie

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ate here last evening which was Thanksgiving. Food was delicious. I had shrimp, scallops and calamari. My son ordered steak and lobster. The food was fresh and seasoned perfectly. It was great fun watching it cooked in front of us. Also the people at our table were friendly and kind. It was a special holiday experience.
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on 30 November 2024
    Hello, Vickie! Thank you for choosing Benihana - San Francisco for your Thanksgiving dinner! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed your meals and our service. It's always a pleasure to serve our guests and we're glad to know that our staff made your experience pleasant. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable dining experiences. Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. Kay

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Great fun. Great place to celebrate Thanksgiving
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on 30 November 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Kay! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and the overall experience at Benihana - San Francisco. We strive to create a fun and memorable experience for our guests, especially on holidays like Thanksgiving. We appreciate your high ratings for our food and service. We're always looking for ways to improve and we value your input. We hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Aij

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Understaffed and did not provide a clear heads up to the long wait
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on 30 November 2024
    Thanks for the review, Aij! We're truly sorry to hear about your experience at Benihana - San Francisco. We strive to provide our guests with the best service and it's clear we fell short during your visit. We understand that waiting can be frustrating and we're sorry for any confusion about our staffing. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right. Best regards, The Management Team

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  10. Nia

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Pros: the food was pretty good, the guests we were seated with were fine, and the location was easily accessible with a nearby parking garage. Cons: we were seated 20 minutes after our reservation time and still had to wait almost an hour to place an order. Our chef finally arrived at our table at 9 (we had a 7pm res). Our chef also lacked the flair I have come to associate with Benihana. We also had to listen to other customers loudly complain and argue with staff the entire time we waited to be seated. Overall, I would have expected a smoother experience for a weeknight service. This location seemed overbooked and understaffed. At least the food was decent.
    Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on 30 November 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Nia! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food and found us easily accessible. We apologize for the delay and the noise level during your service. We strive for a comfortable dining experience and will take your comments into consideration. We hope to provide a smoother experience on your next visit.

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FAQs

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

Benihana - San Francisco, CA is rated 4.2 stars by 3131 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Benihana - San Francisco, CA restaurant

Benihana - San Francisco, CA

4.2
$30 and under
Japanese
Japantown

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 62 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Benihana - San Francisco, CA

1737 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94115

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Laguna /Webster
  • Area
    Japantown
  • 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
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (415) 563-4844
  • 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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