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Benihana - San Diego

Where culinary artistry meets unforgettable entertainment in San Diego.

4.2(5 reviews)
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Benihana - San Diego offers an immersive teppanyaki dining experience, blending skilled Japanese cuisine with lively chef performances. Located in San Diego, this restaurant serves fresh, flavorful dishes like filet mignon, shrimp, and sushi rolls in a vibrant atmosphere. Ideal for celebrations, date nights, or group outings, it combines hospitality with interactive cooking shows for a memorable meal.

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477 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA

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477 Camino del Rio South
San Diego, CA, 92108
(619) 298-4666www.benihana.com/

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Services

Teppanyaki Table Experience

Live chef performance at your table with interactive cooking and entertainment.

Multi-Course Japanese Meals

Includes onion soup, salad, proteins, vegetables, rice, and dipping sauces.

Special Occasion Dining

Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, and group celebrations with personalized service.

Sushi and Rolls

Freshly prepared sushi options like Shrimp Crunchy Roll and Chili Ponzu Yellowtail Roll.

Lunch Specials

Affordable lunch menus with similar teppanyaki experience at reduced prices.

Valet Parking

Convenient valet service available for easy access to the restaurant.

4.20 · 5 reviews

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Nicole

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· 7 months ago

From the moment we arrived, the experience was already off to a great start. Cynthia remembered me from another restaurant, which instantly made the night feel warm, welcoming, and personal. I felt like I was a guest rather than just another reservation. Jacob, our chef, was incredibly talented and entertaining, keeping everyone engaged while showcasing his skill. The food was absolutely delicious, perfectly prepared, and made the whole experience memorable from start to finish. Benihana’s truly delivered on both hospitality and flavor. I’ll definitely be back.

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Luis Moreno

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· 7 months ago

Chef Piña was absolutely outstanding. From the moment he stepped up to the grill, the energy, professionalism, and skill were next level. The food was cooked perfectly—flavorful, fresh, and exactly how everyone asked for it. Every course came out hot and on point, and the presentation was just as impressive as the taste. What really set Chef Piña apart was the experience. He was engaging, funny, and made sure everyone at the table was having a great time without ever missing a beat on the cooking. You can tell he takes pride in his craft and genuinely cares about giving guests a memorable meal. Hands down one of the best hibachi experiences we’ve had. If you get Chef Piña, you’re in for a great night. Highly recommend.

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My Le

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· 7 months ago

If you want the Hibachi/teppanyaki show then you need to sit at the grill. There were over a dozen tables with grills that seat 8 each. You’ll be sharing space with others. We shared the filet mignon ($54) 5 course meal that comes with onion soup, salad, shrimp, vegetables, 2 dipping sauces, rice (option to upgrade to chicken fried rice), hot green tea. The 6 course has ice cream added. The chef did his thing with the dancing utensils and egg along with the I heart u rice. Loved that he automatically split our portions on the plate. Instead of an upgrade, we ordered Chicken rice ($9) by itself. We were shocked that it was the same size as the others who upgraded. The rice was just full of butter and bland. We also ordered Shrimp crunchy roll ($19) and Chili ponzu yellowtail roll ($25). The crunchy roll was not crunchy. It was like old panko. I think Benihana lost its touch over the decades and we were not impress by the quality of food, smaller portions and high prices.

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mireya lopez

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· 9 months ago

We had lunch on Halloween. The service was good. The chef add a little of the sauce for my spicy chicken on his own and left the rest near my plate without asking me. I ended up adding the rest on my own. Husband scallops were over cooked. The fried rice was Ok not as good as other times. The beer nice and cold. Overall it is definitely cheaper to go during lunch time.

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Sharon B

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· 10 months ago

We went here for a birthday celebration. The parking lot was full but vallet was available for only $8. We had reservations at but still had to wait about 20 mins before we were taken to our table. Our waitress was good and checked on us often. It took awhile for the chef to come to our table but once he arrived, things went smoothly. He confirmed what everyone ordered and was entertaining to watch. The onion soup and the salad starters were good. The vegetable side dish had too much onions. It was mainly zucchinis and onions. It was a little disappointing. My shrimps and my steak were cooked well. I do like the sauces we were given with our dinner too.

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