Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

Name: Benihana - Newport Beach, CA
Address: 4250 Birch Street, Newport Beach, CA, United States, 92660
Telephone: (949) 955-0822
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

4316 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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Welcome to Benihana in Newport Beach, California, where you’ll find a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal hibachi grill 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 as your taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi and sashimi chef and indulge in our famous, award-winning signature hot sake or a specialty cocktail.

Happy Hour is available Monday through Friday with great specials on sake, beer, wine, specialty cocktails and a selection of appetizers and specialty rolls.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 27, 2023

7:00 PM

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 955-0822
Website
http://www.benihana.com/locations/newportbeach-ca-nbe
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Call today to reserve our private dining room.
Private party contact
Ask for Manager: (949) 955-0822

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, Vegan, Wine

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.1Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Kid-friendly
South Orange County
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4,316 Reviews

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NeicyP
Los Angeles
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food5service3ambience3
Long wait to get food once we placed our orders but our waitress and cook were both helpful.
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AshleyN
Los Angeles
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food5service4ambience2
I was told that the cooks could cook without oil from the receptionist to the waiter and when the cook came he told me he could not do that.
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LauraW
Orange County
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall2food3service1ambience3
Benihana is a nostalgic restaurant for me. So many celebrations over the years there. Unfortunately, I think we're done with it. For the price and the quality, it's just not competitive or worth it anymore....especially when you get a lethargic server and a chef that is just going through the motions. Every time we come, it gets just a little bit worse. This time, it was the least amount of effort I've seen from a Benihana chef or server. The heart was sloppy, the volcano was TWO pieces of onions on top of each other, water glasses were constantly empty and had to hunt our server down. The food was decent but quality was just not the same. Even my young son noticed the fried rice didn't taste the same. Onion soup was salty as heck. For $50/person, I can easily find a restaurant with better service and food. Bye bye forever.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
A little disappointed that they don’t take Birthday photos anymore. We had to flag the waitress down (who was not very cheerful or energetic) and ask her to take our pic for my daughter’s bday.
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Andrew
Orange County
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall1food2service1ambience4
They gave us a chef who couldn't do any of the usual show, messed up the order multiple times, dropped the knife, dropped the shrimps, and very messy on the cooking. The server never came to refill the water. And at the end of the meal, he asked the table, "How was the show guys?"
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Amir
Orange County
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall2food3service2ambience3
Felt like they rushed me out of there. They wouldn’t add mushrooms for the kids meal.
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Mohamed
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was great. Celebrated a birthday and this was my 9th year coming for my birthday. Always great.
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JasmynC
Los Angeles
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food3service2ambience4
Our server was all over the place and at times disappeared for long periods of time! He seemed very flustered and overwhelmed, which didn’t make the most pleasant experience for us! Also, the food wasn’t as flavorful as it usually is when we go.
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Foodie
Orange County
85 reviews
vip
5.0
85 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Benihana, NB is my favorite restaurant. The food is always super delicious, and the service is wonderful. I always have leftovers to enjoy my fantastic meal again. Shean was an amazing chef, and Dylan was an amazing server.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience3
Our chef was great!!! We were seated timely, however once seated we waited over a hour for the chef to come start cooking.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Very busy and long wait time for food. I’ve noticed the quality of the meat has decreased over the years.
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DianneP
Orange County
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience2
We have always loved this restaurant but last night the cook did the entire dinner out of sequence. I got my entree first (steak) , the rest of the party waited. The rice came and the the vegetated with the shrimp appetizer last. Then the two other people in our party got their lobster. It was so disappointing. The food was good but my meat was cold by the time everything else came.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chef Anthony was amazing and food was delicious. Loved everything about out visit!
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SandyK
Palm Springs
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An overall exceptional dining experience (as it always has been). Great food, great food, great presentation, etc. My group of 5 had a marvelous time. We’ll return.
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CarolynS
Hawaii
20 reviews
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall3food5service5ambience1
We love Benihana and go about 2-3 times a year. At the Newport location, we were sat in a room of tables that had very bright lights. We asked our server and ultimately the manager if they could dim the lights. It looked like we were in a hospital with such bright lights. The manager said there was nothing he could do about the lighting in that room. All other rooms in the restaurant had a low light that was not so offensive
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AliciaF
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall3food1service3ambience3
Food bland not worth the money nice experience though
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GeoffH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Always a great place for special occasions -- birthdays, anniversaries and more. Always brings a smile to everyone!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
They have a nice food show and good service. The place is fun and is suitable for birthdays and taking out of town guests. As exciting as it is to see the food prepared at your table by an expert Japanese chef, unfortunately, I didn’t think the food was all that tasty. Not a good value either.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We have gone to Benihana's every year at the end of summer to celebrate my two daughters ! This last time we went the food was just exceptional. The filet mignon was fantastic and so was the chicken! We got in right away and were seated at a wonderful table! We were lucky enough to not only have great servers but also to get chief Patrick to prepare our food and entertain us the whole night! Benihana's is always crowded because everyone knows it's just always a wonderful evening!
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PaulM
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food and service. An entertaining experience as always.
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Lindsey
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
It was yummy & it was a fun atmosphere! The mustard sauce is to die for
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Falipsco
Orange County
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Birthday dinner. Chef was not as engaging as my previous 40+ visits. Normally they put lobster back in shell after they cook it for nice presentation but not Andy our chef. Food was great but entertainment value was lacking. Normally they take your picture with your birthday ice cream and candle. Photographer wanted to take picture of two of us without ice cream candle. I had to tell him that is not how it works. It looked liked they weren't even going to sing happy birthday until I said something. If standards have changed, then my expectations will need to change. Again, food was great but I could have ordered delivery if entertainment wasn't going to be provided which is the main reason I come.
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Wendy74
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrate all our family birthdays here and about a year ago were disappointed with the service. Assuming had to do with staff shortage as a result of Covid. But… the last few times the friendly, quick service has been back! We are thrilled and will continue to make Benihana our birthday tradition 🔥🎉
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RichardF
Orange County
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience2
Food was average. They were very under staffed. Took 45 min past reservation to get to a table. Then another 15 min at the table just to get water.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience3
Absolutely terrible experience. Our reservation was at 12:15. We didn’t order food until 1:15. The service was dreadful and our waiter could not get anything right. Manager was also rude when we asked him what was going on with the delay and bad service.
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HermanP
Las Vegas
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server and cooks were outstanding Youvany was awesome.
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johnt
Hawaii
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The experience was fun and tasty. All of our expectations were met. Cooking was good and the chef showed us our first "rice dog" which he called a "hot dog", ha ha. Green tea ice cream finished off our experience and they gave us a free pic of our group. We will be back
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
No wait. Service was pleasant and attentive. Chef was accommodating to specific alterations to menu.
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RP2112
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun night, great service, entertaining. Good food-- love the fried rice.
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AndreB
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff is very attentive and the food always great. They've really bounced back from the CV period which was hard on all establishments. Also it doesn't appear their prices have taken the 30-50% hike I've seen so many other restaurants.
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James
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to Benihana's in Newport Beach for a birthday celebration. As usual, we had a terrific time. Oscar, our chef, put on a terrific show. The food was delicious.
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Julia
Los Angeles
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience3
We had a family dinner here for my birthday by my 12 yr old daughter's request since she loves Asian food and was excited to see the "fire onion volcano". The restaurant was busy but we were seated within 10 mins of our reservation. We ordered two 5 course meals and a kids Hibachi Chicken. Our chef, had some pretty good skills with the kitchen utensils and did the same show we've seen everytime we come here, but the skill he lacked was common courtesy and respect toward our child. There were a few kids at the table but for some reason he decided to repeatedly tease our daughter relentlessly, telling her to stop sharing food from our plates and to "remember which ones are hers" and even called her a "hater" at least 3 times saying things like "youre a real hater arent you?" "Wow youre such a hater"... he taught the other kids to respond arigato at the end to say thank you and when he got to her he asked "what do you say?" She responded arigato and he said "oh wow im surprised you said it". He was incredibly condescending and at no point did she ever respond to anything negatively or with an attitude or was impolite in anyway, it was totally uncalled for. I was shocked to say the least but I talked to her in her ear to make sure she was okay and knew he was "joking" she shrugged and continued to eat her meal but was a lot less enthusiastic about being there and didn't want to share any of our food anymore since he shamed her. Another parent at the table asked him if he liked working there, he said one of the best parts is "being able to say what you want to the customers and they cant do anything about it" as HE STARED DIRECTLY AT OUR DAUGHTER! We didn't want to upset her by talking with a manager at the restaurant while she was there, but definitely this scene was completely disrespectful. Usually we've only come here for birthdays but I'm not sure we should even do that anymore, I haven't had good luck with this Benihana.
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Valfernandez
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Patrick was our server and made the experience really fun. He had great jokes.
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BriannaL
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
attended us right away, overall good service would definitely go back again
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LoriM
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waiter and the Chef were really great. The food was delicious.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience3
Our chef was newer so he didn’t do much entertaining, he also accidentally threw a spatula at a woman at our table. Service was on the slower side but I think they were really short staffed. We had a 6:30 reservation and still weren’t seated till almost 7 pm.
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JacobA
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience1
Our chef was terrible! He got three orders wrong, did not talk or engage on any level, he forgot to season our food, dropped entrees on tables as he was plating it! We were there to celebrate my sons 18th birthday with a group of his friends that had never been before. Really disappointed.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall1food4service2ambience2
We had a reservation we made two weeks prior for 5:45pm. We showed up at 5:48pm and checked in. 5 min later they seated my family of 6 (with 3 small children). After being seated and kids coloring etc, we were asked to all get up and move back to the lobby because that was not our table. They took no accountability and told us another party had checked in before us even though their reservation was after ours. It was embarrassing to get up be ushered away in front of everyone- kids with crayons and chopsticks in hand. To them wait another 5 min to be seated. Once seated, they promptly brought drinks and apps- but our chef did not reach our table until an hour after being seated. The manager shined us on and poorly pretended to care and did nothing to actually make it right.
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Nick
Orange County
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
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AttorneysRock
Las Vegas
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience3
Managers were amazing in re-seating us but food was way too bland. No flavor at all. And the indoor patio seating in back was too stuffy and needs far better ventilation.
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You can order delivery directly from Benihana - Newport Beach, CA using the Order Online button. Benihana - Newport Beach, CA also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats.

Benihana - Newport Beach, CA is rated 4.2 stars by 4316 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 27, 2023

7:00 PM

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Google Map for Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

4250 Birch Street, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional information

Cross street
McArthur Blvd
Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Hours of operation
Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Steakhouse
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, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.benihana.com/locations/newportbeach-ca-nbe
Phone number
(949) 955-0822
Private party facilities
Call today to reserve our private dining room.
Private party contact
Ask for Manager: (949) 955-0822

Benihana - Newport Beach, CA

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