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Benihana - Burlingame, CA, Burlingame, CA

Benihana - Burlingame, CA

4 (5194)
$30 and under
Japanese
1496 Old Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA 94010

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Kid-friendly
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Steakhouse, Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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/
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Burlingame
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Entertainment
    Our chefs will dazzle you with their culinary cooking magic that will amaze your eye as well as your appetite.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine

Experiences

  • NEW! 45-Minute Power Lunch | Starting at $15.95

    Multiple dates available
    Introducing our new Power Lunch — a hibachi meal served in 45 minutes or less, guaranteed.* Or your meal is on us! Includes: Benihana Onion Soup or Benihana Salad Hibachi Vegetable Rice Hibachi Vegetables Signature Dipping Sauces Entrée Options: $15.95 – Chicken, Shrimp, or Tofu $19.95 – Filet Mignon or NY Strip Let the host know you're here for the 45-Minute Power Lunch upon check in. *The 45-Minute Power Lunch is available Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 3 PM, in the dining room only. No substitutions or modifications are allowed. All guests seated at a Power Lunch-designated table must order from the Power Lunch menu. This experience includes limited tableside entertainment. Offer available at participating Benihana locations only.
    NEW! 45-Minute Power Lunch | Starting at $15.95 Photo

Offers

  • $39 TASTE OF BENIHANA

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 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
  • SIP INTO SUMMER

    Jun 3, 2025 - Sep 1, 2025
    Sun - Thu - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Enjoy our newest seasonal drink lineup: The Summer Passion Margarita, Blue Energy Mojito, and Sake To Me Colada—available for a limited time only. Cheers to bold flavors and sunny vibes! Ask your server for details—select offerings can be served as a mocktail or in our shareable punch bowl!

    SIP INTO SUMMER Photo
  • WAGYU OF THE WORLD MENU

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

What 5,194 people are saying

Benihana - Burlingame, CA reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0
4.0 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.0Service
  • 4.0Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Kid-friendly

  • Peninsula

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Burlingame, CA, offers an entertaining dining experience with "great views" and "delicious food." Guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and lively atmosphere, making it ideal for special occasions. However, reservation delays are common, so plan accordingly. The "chef performances" add excitement, ensuring a memorable visit.
5,194 Reviews
  1. Esther

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Came for lunch and sat for over an hour and 10 minutes waiting for a chef to arrive to cook. The people who came after us waited even longer and were visibly upset. Not once did our waitress come and check on us at all nor did she even have a smile on her face. Love Benihana but service was just terrible.

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  2. Tiana

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Party of 4 with autistic toddler. It was a great experience! My toddler was having the time of her life. It was our first time there and the staff was very helpful understanding the menu. Will be back again!

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  3. kristin

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The food remains the same as it has been however, the time that it takes for the chef to start has continued to get worse. I understand that they may be short staffed, but it has been this way for years now. When checking in at the front for a reservation, you are told to have a seat and to let them know once everyone in your party has arrived. WHY? Why if its going t take over an hour for the chef to attend to you? The table next to use waited for over an hour for a chef and when he cooked for the table, he rushed everything and threw literally all the foods on the grill. Considering how much ppl spend to dine here, I would expect more. If you are short on staff-modify things on the front end so your customers are not affected.

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  4. Amy VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family had fun watching our dinner being prepared. Fun experience for everyone.
    Benihana - Burlingame, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Amy, we're glad to hear that your recent visit to Benihana - Burlingame, CA was a hit! Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a positive review. We look forward to your return!

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  5. Kareem

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Wasn’t what I remembered. Have not been in a couple years but show was lackluster at best and food was not great either. Honestly don’t think I’ll go back anytime soon. A lot better choices around for a lot less money.
    Benihana - Burlingame, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Guest, we're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and would love to learn more about how we can improve. Please feel free to reach out to us directly to discuss your visit. Go to our "Contact Us" page on our website.

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  6. Elizabeth

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Appetizers , Drinks, variety’s meal selections all is good & simply delicious
    Benihana - Burlingame, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Elizabeth, it was great to have you dine with us at Benihana - Burlingame, CA! We appreciate your kind words and are so happy to know you had a wonderful experience. Hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Camille

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and even better food. Went for a birthday and we all had a great time.

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  8. Ariana VIP

    Los Angeles13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great views, great service and delicious food with entertainment!!
    Benihana - Burlingame, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Ariana, we're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time at Benihana - Burlingame, CA. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're grateful for your positive review. We hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Kevin

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The Chef and our sever were fantastic ! Food basically is what I expected and was ok. The only reason for not giving a higher rating is because the place is really outdated now.
    Benihana - Burlingame, CAResponded on June 25, 2025
    Dear Kevin, thank you for choosing Benihana - Burlingame, CA for your dining experience. We're grateful for your review and pleased to hear that you enjoyed your visit. We look forward to having you with us again!

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  10. Shawn

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We felt rushed. And it wasn’t a pleasant experience.
    Benihana - Burlingame, CAResponded on June 25, 2025
    Dear valued guest, thank you for your feedback. We're sorry that your experience didn't meet expectations. We'd love the opportunity to improve and provide a better visit next time. Please reach out to us by visiting our "Contact Us" page on our website.

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FAQs

Benihana - Burlingame, CA does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Benihana - Burlingame, CA is rated 4 stars by 5194 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Benihana - Burlingame, CA

1496 Old Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA 94010

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Burlingame
  • 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, Steakhouse, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Our chefs will dazzle you with their culinary cooking magic that will amaze your eye as well as your appetite.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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