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Benihana - Puente Hills, CA, Los Angeles, CA

Benihana - Puente Hills, CA

4.2 (3976)
$30 and under
Japanese
17877 Gale Ave., Los Angeles, CA 91748

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 53 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • 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.

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
    Puente Hills
  • Cross street
    Azusa Ave
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, 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

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What 3,976 people are saying

Benihana - Puente Hills, 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.0Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Lively

  • San Gabriel Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Puente Hills offers a lively dining experience with "excellent chefs" and "amazing food." Guests enjoy the entertaining teppanyaki performances and commend the friendly staff. However, some reviews highlight inconsistencies in service and long wait times even with reservations. Improvements in management could enhance overall satisfaction.
3,976 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Benihanas is my favorite place to have a nice dinner. It was my wife’s birthday and the chicken fried rice was too mooshy. Never had that before at Benihanas. I complained to the cook and he agreed they put too much water in the rice. The cook did make another batch for everyone after every thing was cooked. Oh well. The rice was still mooshy after. So the Manager didn’t change for the rice. The fried rice is main reason we come to Benihana. The dinner ruined my wife’s dinner. No good

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  2. Ken and Kim

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every year for my birthday we go to Benihana. We’ve been to many different locations throughout California. This year by far was one of my favorite.  Our waitress was very attentive and kind. Our chef was also very attentive, friendly and personable. He put on a great show and everything he cooked was perfect. 
    Benihana - Puente Hills, CAResponded on June 18, 2025
    Dear Ken, we're thrilled to hear that Benihana was able to make your visit special. Your happiness is why we do what we do, and we look forward to your next visit!

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  3. Brenda

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Service was horrible no AC in dinning room and plates dirty
    Benihana - Puente Hills, CAResponded on June 17, 2025
    Dear Brenda, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. Your concerns are important to us, and we'd like to assist further. Please visit us at "contact us" on our website so we can address this directly.

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  4. Astrid

    Los Angeles1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    It’s not what it used to be. Cooks seem tired and not excited to entertain, service was slow and had to keep asking for the same things. No refills, just not what it was. Won’t be returning
    Benihana - Puente Hills, CAResponded on May 25, 2025
    Hello Astrid, We're sorry to hear that your recent experience at Benihana - Puente Hills, CA didn't meet your expectations. We always aim to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short this time. We understand that our staff and service were not up to par, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused. We also want to assure you that we are committed to providing the same level of quality in our service and food that we strive for every day. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service and ensure we maintain the high standards we set for ourselves every day. We hope you will reconsider and give us another chance to serve you better in the future. Best Regards, Benihana - Puente Hills, CA Management Team

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  5. Keith

    Orange County18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent!! Service was not great , waiter disappeared didn't come back for quite a while . Chef had to ask for him , chef was incredibly wonderful!!
    Benihana - Puente Hills, CAResponded on May 21, 2025
    Hey Keith, Thank you for taking the time to review us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food at Benihana - Puente Hills, CA. We truly appreciate your high ratings and kind words. However, we're sorry to hear about the service you received during your visit. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and it seems we fell short this time. Your feedback is valuable and will be shared with our team for improvements. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a more seamless experience. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  6. David

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had an excellent chef (Eric) he was interactive and polite. Every time he served a dish he said excuse me. Very polite. When serving rice boles he flipped over to keep rice covered. It was still hot when rest of meal was served.
    Benihana - Puente Hills, CAResponded on May 21, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, David! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with our chef at Benihana - Puente Hills, CA. It's always our goal to make our guests feel welcome and well-taken care of. We apologize if you felt our service was a bit rushed during your meal. We're always striving to improve and your feedback is invaluable in that process. We hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Leo

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Service wasn’t as great as other times I have gone. The chef was a little rude.
    Benihana - Puente Hills, CAResponded on May 15, 2025
    Hey Leo, We're really sorry to hear about your recent experience at Benihana - Puente Hills, CA. It's disappointing to hear that the service didn't meet your expectations, and that you felt our chef was a bit rude. We strive to provide our guests with an exceptional dining experience and it seems we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback and will definitely look into this matter to ensure it doesn't happen again. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide the quality service you've come to expect from us. Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. Leslee

    Orange County1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We got there for the time of our reservation & they said we were still going to have to wait 2 HOURS! Unacceptable for Mother’s Day, we had to talk to a manager and then still had to wait 30 mins after our reservation. & when we got sat, waited for another 30 mins before we got help. Terrible experience
    Benihana - Puente Hills, CAResponded on May 13, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Leslee. We're really sorry to hear about your experience on Mother's Day. It's certainly not the norm at Benihana - Puente Hills, CA, and we understand how frustrating that must have been for you and your family. We sincerely apologize for the long wait you experienced and the inconvenience it caused. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Your feedback is valuable to us and we'll use it to make improvements. We hope you'll give us another chance to make your experience better in the future. Best regards, Benihana - Puente Hills, CA Management Team

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  9. Yesenia

    Orange County1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Our reservation was at 245pm, we didn’t get seated until 5:30! Almost 3hrs later, and we got put in the very back were it was ridiculously HOT! Our cook was very friendly and nice but food was bland and did not taste good. Overall I give it a 1 star, I don’t think I will return. For the amount of $$ you’re spending here the service and food should be immaculate.
    Benihana - Puente Hills, CAResponded on May 21, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Yesenia. We're truly sorry to hear about your experience at Benihana - Puente Hills, CA. It's unfortunate that you had to wait for such a long time and that the food did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments and will use them to improve our service and food quality. We're always striving to provide an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. We hope you'll give us another chance to turn your experience around. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  10. Cindy Kha

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our time! Benihana never disappoints! The restaurant was clean, service was great, food was good too!
    Benihana - Puente Hills, CAResponded on June 2, 2025
    Dear Cindy, thank you for taking the time to provide your positive feedback. We're so glad you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your support and loyalty. We hope to see you again soon!

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FAQs

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

Benihana - Puente Hills, CA is rated 4.2 stars by 3976 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Los Angeles
  4. San Gabriel Valley
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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 53 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Benihana - Puente Hills, CA

17877 Gale Ave., Los Angeles, CA 91748

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Azusa Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Puente Hills
  • 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
    Public Lot
  • 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
  • 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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