Benihana - San Francisco, CA

Name: Benihana - San Francisco, CA
Address: 1737 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94115
Telephone: (415) 563-4844
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.9

3.9 (3266)

$30 and under

Japanese

1737 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94115

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 23, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
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
(415) 563-4844
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
1737 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
Neighborhood
Japantown
Cross street
Laguna /Webster
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, 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.

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 3,266 people are saying

Benihana - San Francisco, CA reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
3.9Service
3.8Ambience
3.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Benihana in San Francisco offers a lively dining experience with engaging chefs and "high quality ingredients cooked perfectly." While some patrons have highlighted "great food" and "entertaining chefs," others have mentioned long wait times despite reservations. Guests appreciate the vibrant atmosphere, though improvements in service consistency could enhance the overall dining experience.

3,266 Reviews

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david
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
1.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
First, the food quality was very very low. Very cheap quality ingredients went into the meals and it showed in the end product. VERY underwhelming food experience. Our chef was introverted and shy. There was none of the razzle dazzle I'd promised my guests and that was apparent at other tables. We were seated in a windowless back room that was smoky and seated in creaky old, uncomfortable chairs. We arrived on time for our 6:45pm meal and were told we needed to wait 20-30minutes. We waited. It was very inconvenient as we had a child (with 8pm bedtime) with us. Waiting 25 minutes with a child is not great and getting that child to bed 1.5 hours late is a challenge. Did not know we would be signing for the above, We dont plan on returning.
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded 7 days ago
Dear david, 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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Mat VIP
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
After 1 hour we had only received our drinks and some steamed rice. When the issue was brought up with management we were told that our waiter hadn't put our order in timely. Once seated, our entire dining experience was 3 hours. At the end of our meal we were offered a $10 gift card that expires in a month and asked to write a review. We won't be visiting this location again.
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded 7 days ago
Dear Mat, 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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Louis
Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Tables and chairs were greasy. Our chef performer was tame compared to other chefs who did lasers, more fire, and interacting.
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on June 10, 2025
Dear Guest, we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We apologize that your recent visit did not meet your expectations. Our goal is to provide exceptional experiences to every guest, and we'd like the opportunity to make things right. Please let us know more at "contact us" on our website, and we'll be happy to assist.
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Brandi
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We have been here many times throughout the years but never this close to closing time. I’ll refrain from having a big party reservation close to restaurant closing time again with the way the restaurant works with delays in between each course, especially on a weekday. Other than that food was excellent, chef was entertaining.
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on June 9, 2025
Dear Brandi, 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. If you wish to contact us with further details regarding this experience, you may reach us by visiting our "Contact Us" page on our website.
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Irene VIP
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Making a reservation at OpenTable does nothing to guarantee a time. You are treated exactly the same way as a walk in - why bother having reservations? It’s false advertising. When we arrived, the hostess told us to sit in the bar and someone will come get us. Nope! No one came by so we didn’t know our name was called an hour and 15 minutes after our time and they took my name off their list. Horrible service!
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on June 6, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about your experience, Irene. Your feedback on the reservation process and service is important, and we'll address these concerns with our team to improve.
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Mary VIP
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was great . Service was very slow. Bathrooms are filthy
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on June 5, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Mary. We're glad you enjoyed the food, but we're sorry about the slow service and bathroom cleanliness. We'll address these issues promptly.
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erin VIP
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Food tasted great, but it was a madhouse in the restaurant- children running around with hot stovetops on, floor had litter on it etc
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on June 3, 2025
Dear erin, 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 contact us at our website so we can address this directly.
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Gwen H
San Francisco Bay Area23 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Food was good; experience was fun. But it was SO noisy we ould not even talk to each other.
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on June 9, 2025
Dear Gwen, 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. If you wish to contact us with further details regarding this experience, you may reach us by visiting our "Contact Us" page on our website.
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Heidi VIP
San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Since we have been frequent customers for many years, I have overlooked the overcharges on our bill (twice), the dirty bathrooms, etc. However, after waiting for more than an hour for our reserved table last night it is clear this location is poorly managed. The hostess staff that had no control over their space and the manager did nothing to intervene with an entire waiting area of complaining guests. When finally seated we waited for another 40 minutes for our chef who clearly didn’t want to be there. A little customer service could have gone a long way in this instance. Unfortunately, there was none to be found.
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on June 3, 2025
Dear Heidi, 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 contact us at our website so we can address this directly.
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Juan
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We were there to celebrate my wife’s birthday. There was another family at our table celebrating a birthday also. We let our server know about that, but know celebrating for either of us after dinner. Were as the table next to us, they did and with the same server. I think her name was Kelly. What changed?
Benihana - San Francisco, CAResponded on June 2, 2025
Dear Juan, we're glad to hear that your recent visit to Benihana - San Francisco, CA was a hit! Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a positive review. We look forward to your return!
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FAQs

Benihana - San Francisco, CA does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Benihana - San Francisco, CA is rated 3.9 stars by 3266 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 23, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Benihana - San Francisco, CA

1737 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94115

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Laguna /Webster
Neighborhood
Japantown
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
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.benihana.com/
Phone number
(415) 563-4844
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 - San Francisco, CA

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 3,266 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Benihana - San Francisco, CA offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Benihana - San Francisco, CA restaurant rated?

Is Benihana - San Francisco, CA currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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