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Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

3.6 (2665)
$30 and under
Japanese
840 Morris Tpke, Short Hills, NJ 07078

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Kid-friendly
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
    (973) 467-9550
  • 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/
  • 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!
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    840 Morris Tpke, Short Hills, NJ 07078
  • Neighborhood
    Short Hills
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

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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

Menu

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What 2,665 people are saying

Benihana - Short Hills, NJ 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

3.6
3.6 based on recent ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 3.6Service
  • 3.5Ambience
  • 3.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Essex

    Kid-friendly

  • Essex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benihana in Short Hills, NJ offers an entertaining hibachi experience with talented chefs like "Adil" and "Ryan," who are known for their engaging performances. The staff is often praised for being "attentive" and "accommodating," making it an ideal spot for celebrations. However, be prepared for potential wait times during peak hours.
2,665 Reviews

  1. Randy

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was another successful dinner chef Alex is amazing his cooking skills was exceptional

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  2. Cornelia

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Our server was AMAZING, the chef needs more training

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  3. j

    New York City4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was bland, chef was not very good although he tried, overpriced…stay away
    Benihana - Short Hills, NJResponded 5 days ago
    Dear j 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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  4. Michael

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a 5:30 reservation. We were a few mins early. We were not seated until 5:55. That’s unacceptable. Food and service solid once seated.
    Benihana - Short Hills, NJResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you Michael, for the positive feedback! We can't wait to see you on your next visit! Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

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  5. David VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great attentive staff and service. They really went above and beyond to tend to my dining experience. Great job!
    Benihana - Short Hills, NJResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you David, for the positive feedback! We can't wait to see you on your next visit! Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

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  6. Amy

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The waitress was wonderful and the food was delicious but the “fun cooking experience” was missing some elements from the last time we ate at the restaurant. It was pretty quiet for a Wednesday night and they made us wait to sit at our table which was odd since there were only two other tables with patrons when we sat down. The bathrooms need to be updated and better maintained.
    Benihana - Short Hills, NJResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you Amy, for the positive feedback! We can't wait to see you on your next visit! Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

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  7. lisa

    New York City3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was not good rice was very hard chicken was not cooked i believe the cook was new he needed more training the should not send a chef to cook unless they are ready i was not happy very disappointed i wont be returning to this location
    Benihana - Short Hills, NJResponded on June 11, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Lisa. We're sorry to hear about the issues with the food and chef during your visit. We appreciate your input and will work to improve our training and guest experience.

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  8. Nicole

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Floors were sticky, everywhere. Super un-appetizing bc it felt unclean.

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  9. Juan

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I made my reservation for 1PM. The lady at the front desk could have been nicer at dealing with the whatever issue they were having with having us seated by 1:25 Waiter was nice and did his best taking the order. The cook came in by 2:15 pm Food was very good.
    Benihana - Short Hills, NJResponded 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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  10. jeffrey VIP

    New York City14 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was tasteless and servers were very inexperienced
    Benihana - Short Hills, NJResponded on June 2, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Jeffrey. We're sorry to hear about the food and service issues during your visit. We appreciate your input and will work to improve our guest experience.

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FAQs

Benihana - Short Hills, NJ does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Benihana - Short Hills, NJ is rated 3.6 stars by 2665 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

840 Morris Tpke, Short Hills, NJ 07078

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Short 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
    Private 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, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.benihana.com/
  • Phone number
    (973) 467-9550
  • 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!

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