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Benihana - San Diego, CA, San Diego, CA

Benihana - San Diego, CA

4.1
4.1
7325 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 123 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
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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Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 298-4666
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, 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
    our Private Event Coordinator: (619) 298-4666
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Valley
  • Cross street
    8 FWY and 163 FWY
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

What 7,325 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Japanese

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in San Diego offers a lively and festive atmosphere, perfect for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries. Guests rave about the "great chefs" and "fun cooking performances" that make dining a memorable experience. While the food is delicious, some diners note that service can be slow during peak times, so plan accordingly.

7,325 Reviews
  1. Sue

    San Diego

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Benihana’s food is consistently good. The chef was very entertaining it’s the perfect place for a fun family celebration.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded today
    Dear Sue, thank you for your positive review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and that our team provided excellent service. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon

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  2. Tania

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Server was inattentive , did not refill our drinks with us having to ask her. Also they didn’t do the birthday picture our song. That place is expensive and they didn’t do what they have to.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded today
    Dear Tania, thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about your experience and that our staff didn’t meet the level of service we strive for. We want every guest's experience to be the best possible, and we work hard to make sure that happens. Please feel free to reach out with further feedback or any questions via our "Contact Us" page on our website.

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  3. JOSHUA

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was great

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  4. Matthew

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best. Who doesn’t love Benihana? Great wait staff and chefs.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Matthew! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Benihana - San Diego. It's always a pleasure to serve you and your family, and we're glad you appreciated our wait staff and chefs. We strive to provide the best service possible and your kind words affirm that we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. George

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We never got food. We where seated 1 hour late and had to leave the table after 45 min because they didn’t serve us
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Hi George! We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Benihana - San Diego. It's disappointing to know that we didn't meet your expectations this time around. We strive to provide excellent service and it's clear we fell short. We understand how frustrating it can be to be seated and not receive your meal, especially when you've made a reservation. We appreciate your feedback and will definitely use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to serve you better in the future. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  6. Denise

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful waitress and cook. Delicious food and variety! Our big complaint - we had a 7:15 reservation and were seated at 7:45, we were served soup and salad quickly- 8:00-8:15. But the cook did not make it to our teppanyaki table until 10:00pm. If we had known we would be eating at 10pm on a 7:15 reservation we would not have seated. Tables seated after us had a cook before us. They kept promising us that the cook was coming, and then other tables would get a cook, but not us.  the discrepancy was never explained. We were given a free appetizer of edamame while we waited. It was Thanksgiving, so it was very crowded at the restaurant. Still we would go back on a non-Holiday because when we did get service, it was great and the food was delicious.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Denise! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and variety at Benihana - San Diego. We apologize for the wait you experienced and the mix-up with your reservation. It's great to know you appreciated our efforts to serve you promptly. We're also glad that our food made a positive impression on you. We appreciate your patience and understanding during the busy holiday period. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  7. Ricardo

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place to spend our Thanksgiving. Great food and service. The wait was a bit long but drinks at the bar took care of that. I can’t wait to be back with my family.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Ricardo! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Thanksgiving at Benihana - San Diego. It's great to know that our food and service lived up to your expectations. We understand that waiting for a table can be a bit of a hassle, and we're glad we could provide a comfortable ambiance at the bar. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon!

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  8. Kim

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    You should have at least two people running the front /reception area Today /Thanks Giving/was a special day but it was hectic Unorganized, I love your place but it was not a good dining experience
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Kim! We're sorry to hear that your special day at Benihana - San Diego didn't go as planned due to the unorganized setup. We're glad you enjoyed our food and service, and we appreciate your feedback. We're always striving to improve and hope you'll give us another chance to make your next visit a better experience.

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  9. Barbara

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and excellent atmosphere. Great place to go if you’re in town!
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Barbara! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and atmosphere at Benihana - San Diego. It's always wonderful to know that we're providing an excellent dining experience for our guests. We appreciate your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. daryl

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was not your typical visit to Benihana. We didn't get the usual show that they put on but just got our food cooked on the Teppanyaki Grill. The food was good and the service was excellent.
    Benihana - San Diego, CAResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Daryl! Thank you for taking the time to review Benihana - San Diego. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our Teppanyaki Grill show and found the food cooked to your liking. We're also delighted that our service met your expectations. We strive to provide an excellent dining experience for all our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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FAQs

Benihana - San Diego, CA does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats.

Benihana - San Diego, CA is rated 4.1 stars by 7325 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 123 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Benihana - San Diego, CA

477 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    8 FWY and 163 FWY
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 298-4666
  • 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
    our Private Event Coordinator: (619) 298-4666
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