Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL

Name: Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL
Address: 276 E Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL, United States, 33308
Telephone: (954) 776-0111
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.6

3.6 (3607)

$30 and under

Japanese

276 E Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL 33308

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Kid-friendly
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, Steakhouse, Sushi
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(954) 776-0111
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/
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
276 E Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL 33308
Neighborhood
Lauderdale by the Sea
Cross street
Intracoastal Waterway
Parking details
We offer complimentary valet parking during lunch and dinner Monday – Sunday.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, 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.

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.
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!
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!

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What 3,607 people are saying

Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL 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

3.6

3.6 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
3.6Service
3.7Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Fort Lauderdale
Kid-friendly
Fort Lauderdale
Japanese
Fort Lauderdale East
Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Benihana in Fort Lauderdale offers a memorable dining experience with stunning waterfront views and "amazing" chefs like Isaiah and Ricardo, who engage diners with their humor and skill. While some guests have noted service delays, the "delicious" food and vibrant atmosphere create a lively setting perfect for celebrations.

3,607 Reviews

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Ron
East Tennessee1 review
1.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I have dined here since they opened in the ‘70’s. I had my wedding rehearsal here we loved it so much and I return when I can. Came last summer. Service and food excellent. Last night the worst. Food not as good. They need new management or extra help. At 9 pm we still did not have a chef. After complaining we got someone. He was okay but food not as good, 1 “trick” with food. No fanfare. Waitress said they were short staffed. Had a bill issue; corrected problem after 3 different discussions. ($300+ bill wrongly charged on an item 🤦‍♀️) Told manager everything unacceptable. I know this business and location. I pray they fix things before the So.FL ‘season’ or they will close. Got in car 10:50. Crazy.
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Howard VIP
Miami - Dade78 reviews
1.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Chef did not come to table for over a hour. Rare steak was well done- filet was like shoe leather Requested manager twice- excuse was “we are understaffed “ Have been a Benihana regular for 35 years - we will go again but NOT AT THIS LOCATION
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Malcolm
Miami - Dade3 reviews
1.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Horrible experience. We were seated at 6:35 pm and did not leave until 9:15 pm. The wait time for the chef was ridiculous.
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Charles VIP
Fort Lauderdale14 reviews
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The cook did not listen to requests how to cook the steak. It was overcooked to the point it was not eaten. Service was very slow for the entire table. Overall not was is expected of Benihana.
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Erik VIP
Miami - Dade28 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fun time and food is always great,im obsessed with the onion soup,got an extra bowl of it actually.
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Larry VIP
Chicago / Illinois14 reviews
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
We LOVE Benihana, but this experience was different from ANY Benihana we’ve ever been to over the years. First, there were no “tricks” which we’ve never seen before. Literally no onion volcano or anything even close to that. And secondly, the grill area was quite dirty not only at arrival, but even after the chef lightly cleaned it before cooking. Just didn’t feel like a clean environment.
Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FLResponded 4 days ago
Sentimos mucho que tu visita no haya sido satisfactoria. Tu opinion es importante para nosotros y te invitamos a comunicarte directamente con nosotros a través de nuestra página web, en la seccion "Contact Us" para poder ayudarte major.
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Izell and Jackie
Fort Lauderdale3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was great. Food was fabulous. Just was just wish the chef was a bit more personable.
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heather
Fort Lauderdale11 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The chef and the food were wonderful. Our server not so much. Not attentive, drinks not refilled unless we flagged her down, then gave other people at the table the refill that didn't ask for it, had to ask for our rice after our meal was cooked and she looked confused. Kept acknowledging the wrong person for birthday celebration.
Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FLResponded 4 days ago
Dear heather, we're sorry to learn that your visit was less than satisfactory. We take your feedback seriously and would love the opportunity to discuss how we can improve. Please visit our "Contact Us" page on our website to share more details.
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mauricio
Fort Lauderdale1 review
1.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
THE WHOLE RESTAURANT NEEDS A RENOVATION. YOU WALK IN AND IT SMELLS OLD AND YOU CAN SEE THE FOG FROM ALL THE BURNING THAT IS HAPPENING WHILE COOKING THE FOOD. IT NEEDS MORE VENTILATION AND A BETTER AIR CONDITIONING. GRANTED THE COOKING IS DONE IN FRONT OF US, BUT DON'T THINK IT IS NEEDED TO KEEP THE COOK TOP ON FOR SUCH A LONG TIME. WE WORE ALL SWEATING SO MUCH WE HAD TO ASK FOR A SECOND ROUND OF WATER TO TRY TO KEEP FROM WALKING OUT. WE HAD A PARTY OF 8 SO WE HAD A TABLE FOR OURSELVES AND THE RESERVATION WAS DONE FOR A 7 PM DINNING. THE WAITRESS TOOK OUR DRINK ORDER AT ABOUT HALF HOUR AFTER WE SAT. DID NOT SEE ANYONE ELSE COMING OVER AND ASKING IF WE NEEDED ANYTHING, ONE OF US HAD TO GO TO FRONT AND ASK WHEN THEY WORE PLANNING TO START COOKING. THE COOK STARTED COOKING ABOUT AN HOUR AND A HALF AFTER WE SAT. THE COOK BURNED THE RISE, OVERCOOKED THE SHRIMP AND THE FILET MIGNON ONLY HAD FLAVOR BECAUSE OF THE MAYONNAISE THAT WE DIPPED IT ON. HE WAS SWEATING LIKE A PIG AND SEVERAL TIMES HAD TO MOVE BACK AND WIPE HIS FACE WITH A TOWEL TO KEEP FROM SWEATING ON TOP OF THE FOOD. GOT TO BE HONEST, NEVER AGAIN GOING TO THAT RESTAURANT.
Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FLResponded 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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Gal
Miami - Dade1 review
2.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Waited way too long for the food and after it finally started they got our order wrong 2 times, and when we received it , it was overly loaded with wsu too much garlic butter
Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FLResponded on June 23, 2025
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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FAQs

Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL is rated 3.6 stars by 3607 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL

276 E Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL 33308

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Intracoastal Waterway
Neighborhood
Lauderdale by the Sea
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
We offer complimentary valet parking during lunch and dinner Monday – Sunday.
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, Vegan, View, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.benihana.com/
Phone number
(954) 776-0111
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/

Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

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

Offers

$39 TASTE OF BENIHANA

SIP INTO SUMMER

WAGYU OF THE WORLD MENU

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Menu

What 3,607 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL restaurant rated?

Is Benihana - Fort Lauderdale, FL currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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