Benihana - Santa Anita, CA

Name: Benihana - Santa Anita, CA
Address: 400 S. Baldwin Avenue, Suite 901-L, Arcadia, CA, United States, 91007
Telephone: (626) 340-2276
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (2844)

$30 and under

Japanese

400 S. Baldwin Avenue, Suite 901-L, Arcadia, CA 91007

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2 people

Jun 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 62 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

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
(626) 340-2276
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
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Location
400 S. Baldwin Avenue, Suite 901-L, Arcadia, CA 91007
Neighborhood
Arcadia
Cross street
Huntington
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, 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.
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!
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!

What 2,844 people are saying

Benihana - Santa Anita, 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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Gabriel Valley
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Benihana Santa Anita offers an engaging dining experience, highlighted by chefs like Chris and Alex known for their "great entertainment and cooking skills." The food, including "amazing hibachi shrimp and sushi," is praised by many. Despite occasional reservation delays, the attentive staff and fun atmosphere make it a popular choice for celebrations.

2,844 Reviews

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Cindy
Los Angeles6 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We had to wait over half an hour beyond our reservation time because they had overbooked themselves and were behind at seating parties. After being seated we continued to wait to get served. It was overall very slow. Our reservation was at 8:45, we didn’t get seated till 9:20. Then the chef didn’t come to our table until 10:30! We sat there waiting hungry for over an hour. Then the food was way too salty and we had to ask him to put less salt. Even then it was still salty. Overall a bad experience.
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Marcellina
Los Angeles3 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Book at 12:30 pm and seated at 13:15. Restaurant not busy, Lack of waitress, service is very slow.
Benihana - Santa Anita, CAResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for your feedback, Marcellina. We're sorry to hear about the delay in seating and slow service. We appreciate your input and will work to improve our guest experience.
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Kirby
Los Angeles1 review
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Apparently they have a policy corporate policy where they double book the reservations. I had a 6:30 reservation and had to wait an hour. Maybe don’t double book around an occasion like Mother’s Day or charge a fee up front so people will have incentive to cancel if they don’t show up.
Benihana - Santa Anita, CAResponded 4 days ago
Dear valued guest, thank you for your review. We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced and would appreciate the opportunity to learn more. Please contact us by visiting our "Contact Us" page on our website.
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Minh
Los Angeles3 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Service was slow, food was mediocre. Quality went down since the last time I’ve dined there. The chef was entertaining hence the extra star from a 2 to 3
Benihana - Santa Anita, CAResponded on May 15, 2025
Thanks for the review, Minh! We're glad to hear that our service met your expectations. We're sorry to hear that our food did not meet your standards this time. We always aim to deliver the best dining experience, and we seem to have missed the mark this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future.
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Lynn
Los Angeles1 review
1.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I think our chef was doing this for the first time. He was super confused, got our orders wrong, over-peppered and overcooked some food and undercooked other food. He didn’t even know how to handle knives properly so cutting meat and chopping vegetables proved difficult for him (the chicken was shredded and the shrimp was cut into little tiny pieces for some reason.) A girl at our table ordered yakisoba which she didn’t get until everyone else was finished eating. He cooked the food one piece at a time so it took FOREVER which might not have been so bad except there was Zero entertainment. Zero. He tried to do the onion volcano thing but couldn’t even stack the onion rings so he gave up and lit the whole thing on fire instead. Nothing else. Well except when he asked if we wanted to see a butterfly and proceeded to toss some butter on the grill. Butter. Fly. Other tables are marveling at knife spinning, fire stunts, light effects, funny tricks, laughing, cheering etc and our chef kept asking us how our day was. $180 for 2 bored teenagers and one poor mom. People don’t go here for the mediocre food. They come for the entertainment. We got none of that. Our chef was very pleasant and I get that people have to learn but not at the customer’s expense. He should have been accompanied by a more seasoned chef (pun intended) to guide him. Also, we had a 6:45pm reservation. We weren’t seated until around 7:45pm. Will NOT be returning.
Benihana - Santa Anita, CAResponded on April 28, 2025
Thanks for visiting us, Lynn. We're sorry to hear about your experience at Benihana - Santa Anita, CA. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for all our guests, and we apologize if we fell short this time. We take your feedback seriously and will use it to improve our service and culinary skills. We hope to have another chance to provide you with the experience you deserve.
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Judith
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every time we get chef Chris we have a great time and he’s always spot on with the food. We always enjoy going to this location, besides the struggle of parking on weekends.
Benihana - Santa Anita, CAResponded on April 15, 2025
Thanks for the feedback, Judith! We're thrilled to hear that you always have a great time at Benihana - Santa Anita, CA. It's wonderful to know that our team always hits the mark with our dishes and that you enjoy the food. We understand the difficulty of parking during peak hours, and we appreciate your understanding. We're looking forward to your next visit and hope to make your parking experience even more enjoyable. Best, The Management Team
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Antonia
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Other than making 7:15 reservations then waiting until 7:58 to be seated. The server Albert was wonderful attentive and made sure drinks were refilled as well as asking if anything else was needed. Our chef was the best I believe his name was Brian. He was a great entertainer as well as cook. I thank him for making it a pleasant evening. It’s not easy to entertain and cook every 30 to 40 minutes. He made the best of it. I also like to thank Travis for giving us another opportunity to have this great experience. I believe that no matter what you do “ you do it to the best of your ability” and they did just that. The check in process could be a little customer friendly as they’re the first impression the customer comes into contact with. Don’t assume everyone knows the process of checking in. Let them know once checked how they’ll be called and what the wait time is. Don’t look inconvenienced when approached after waiting for half an hour to ask how much longer will it be to be called? Also, asked what’s the process will I be sent a text or will my name be called? But the server and cook were excellent and this is what will keep customers coming back.
Benihana - Santa Anita, CAResponded on March 31, 2025
Thanks for the review, Antonia! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at Benihana - Santa Anita, CA. It's great to know that our team was attentive and that you found our chef entertaining. We apologize for the wait time and the lack of customer friendliness during the check-in process. We'll definitely take your feedback into account as we strive to improve our services. We're glad you're considering coming back and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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wendy
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I remember going to Benehana at least 30 years ago. And its pretty much the same. The chefs are entertaining. The filet and scallops were very good! The fried rice was excellent. I’m looking forward to taking my grandchildren there.
Benihana - Santa Anita, CAResponded on March 31, 2025
Thanks for visiting us, Wendy! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Benihana - Santa Anita, CA. It's fantastic to hear that you still fondly remember our old place, and we're delighted that you and your grandchildren are excited to dine with us. We're also glad to know that you enjoyed our fried rice and filet and scallops. Your feedback is truly appreciated and it's customers like you that make our job wonderful. We look forward to serving you again soon!
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Lauren
Los Angeles1 review
1.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We didn’t get to eat there— it was over an hour of waiting so we left.
Benihana - Santa Anita, CAResponded on April 3, 2025
Hello Lauren, We're truly sorry to hear about your experience. It's never our intention to keep our guests waiting, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused. We understand that the wait time was frustrating and we assure you that it was not our intention. 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, The Management Team at Benihana - Santa Anita
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Shayna
Los Angeles2 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Waiting 50 minutes to sit and 50 minutes for the chef. And didn’t tell us fried rice was extra.
Benihana - Santa Anita, CAResponded on March 30, 2025
Thanks for visiting us, Shayna. We're truly sorry to hear about your experience at Benihana - Santa Anita, CA. We understand how frustrating it can be to wait for your table and for your meal, especially when you've made a reservation. We sincerely apologize for the mix-up with your order and the longer than usual wait time. We're glad you enjoyed the food, but we understand that this isn't the standard we strive for. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to make your next visit a more enjoyable one. The Management Team at Benihana - Santa Anita, CA.
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FAQs

Benihana - Santa Anita, CA does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

Benihana - Santa Anita, CA is rated 4.3 stars by 2844 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 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 62 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Benihana - Santa Anita, CA

400 S. Baldwin Avenue, Suite 901-L, Arcadia, CA 91007

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Huntington
Neighborhood
Arcadia
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, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.benihana.com/
Phone number
(626) 340-2276
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 - Santa Anita, 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

WAGYU OF THE WORLD MENU

SIP INTO SUMMER

Menu

What 2,844 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Benihana - Santa Anita, CA offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Benihana - Santa Anita, CA restaurant rated?

Is Benihana - Santa Anita, CA currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information