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Benihana - Newport Beach, CA, Newport Beach, CA

Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

4.2 (5229)
$30 and under
Japanese
4250 Birch Street, Newport Beach, CA 92660

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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, Steakhouse, Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 955-0822
  • 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/
  • 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
    Private Event Coordinator: (949) 955-0822
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    4250 Birch Street, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    McArthur Blvd
  • Parking details
    We also offer complimentary Valet parking.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

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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

Private dining

Offers

  • $39 TASTE OF BENIHANA

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

Menu

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What 5,229 people are saying

Benihana - Newport Beach, 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

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

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Newport Beach offers a lively dining experience with entertaining chefs and flavorful food. "Always a fun time," the restaurant is ideal for celebrations with "great atmosphere" and "delicious food." However, guests often face long wait times despite reservations, and service inconsistencies. Reservations are recommended for smoother visits.
5,229 Reviews

  1. Justin

    Orange County3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Tough night. Took 45minutes to get seated past our reservation. 1.5 hours before the chef started cooking. Crazy slow service. A table that was sat after us actually finished their food before our Chef even started cooking. Chef was the best part.

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  2. Veronica

    Orange County3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was terrible. I was not happy. Service was bad too and I was surprised because it was during the week on a Wednesday.

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  3. Joanne

    Orange County1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Worst experience ever. Took 20 minutes to get something to drink and more than an hour to get food. We went for lunch and sat in the bar area. I made reservations since there 6 of us. It was just a disaster from beginning to end. The hostess argued with me about the reservation, then checked it and saw that I was right but didn't apologize for it, the server was slow and although she was nice didn't seem to strained very well. She did not refill our drinks and we had to ask several times for things. The chef got angey that we were asking for our meal after waiting 30 minutes after ordering and he threw a temper tantrum right in front of us. The manager, who knew there were issues, never came over to our table to offer excuses or apologies or anything else. The food was decent but I was almost afraid to eat it after the watching the chefs temper tantrum. We had an hour for lunch, which I told them at the beginning of lunch, the middle of lunch and just before our meals came. Didn't seem to make much difference. We spent 2 hours and couldn't even enjoy it because we were so angry about everything that happened. Next time we will go to the teppan grill because it would have been faster.

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  4. Myrna

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Enjoyable experience. Will go back again.

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  5. Shanequa

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Fernando was entertaining and very sweet, Dinner was very good.

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  6. Ross VIP

    Orange County45 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Went there to celebrate a birthday and be with friends. We had a great time. The chef and server were amazing. It was incredibly warm in the room we sat in and very noisy. But otherwise the food was delicious and the time we had was great.
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Ross, we're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time at Benihana - Newport Beach, 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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  7. Omar

    Orange County2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great time with friends for a dual both party. Unfortunately, we were not well attended by our waitress, Valerie. Plates were taken late, drinks late, and the birthday celebration was very delayed. It felt very disconnected.
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Omar, we're sorry that your recent visit did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is important to us, and we would like to understand more about your experience. Please reach out to us by visiting our "Contact Us" page on our website.

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  8. Dave

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall an excellent last minute decision to go to Benihana in Costa Mesa. We got seated right away since we had a reservation and were lucky to only have 6 at iour table. The chef was excellent and was a good time We will be back with friends
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Dave, we're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time at Benihana - Newport Beach, 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. Hilary

    Orange County17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Enjoyed a birthday dinner at Benihana -- in fact, every couple at our communal table had a birthday. Chef was great, made the meal fun. One of us had steak, the other chicken, both good. Noise level was pretty intense, but if you go knowing that it's fine. Pricier than I recall it being during our last visit some years ago, but OK for special occasions.
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Hilary, your review made our day! We're grateful for your visit and are thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience. We're looking forward to having you back at Benihana - Newport Beach, CA.

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  10. Cynthia

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our tradition for both my birthday and my son's sobriety birthday is to take everyone to Benihana's to celebrate! We have been doing this for 9 years!
    Benihana - Newport Beach, CAResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Cynthia, it was great to have you dine with us at Benihana - Newport Beach, 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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FAQs

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

Benihana - Newport Beach, CA is rated 4.2 stars by 5229 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 62 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

4250 Birch Street, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    McArthur Blvd
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • 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 also offer complimentary Valet parking.
  • 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, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.benihana.com/
  • 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
    Private Event Coordinator: (949) 955-0822

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