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Make your next meal memorable at Benihana Newport Beach. You’ll find us on Birch Street in the heart of the business district, minutes from John Wayne Airport (SNA). It’s the perfect spot to close a business deal over lunch, celebrate a birthday, or grab a fun dinner before a flight. Watch our chefs turn fresh hibachi steak, seafood, and premium Wagyu into a performance right at your table. Sip a signature Benihana Punch, a glass of wine, or catch our Weekday Happy Hour. Hosting an office party or family gathering? We offer catering to bring the experience to you, plus easy takeout and delivery. We are wheelchair accessible.
Hibachi chain serving Japanese dishes grilled tableside by theatrical chefs.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 4250 Birch St, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Phone: (949) 955-0822
Website: https://www.benihana.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: benihana.comopentable.com
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Reviews
Amenita T
We went to Benihana on Veterans Day. The restaurant was being very generous by giving the Vets $59 off on the total bill. Since my hubby was a Vet so we got that discounted on our bill. Our server David was very attentive and paid attention to detail. Our chef Pollo was very funny. It was pleasant while dining there. Parking was crazy that night since there were lots of customers. It’s quite hard to find a spot cuz lots of Vets were coming for the deal. Thankful for the generous offer from the restaurant. Food was good. Staffs were nice.
… moreM Abalos
There is some truth to being inside a packed restaurant – the public loves the place! Whether it be the food, the menu, staff members, the chef’s working the teppanyaki grill, the birthday celebration songs, or the Benihana ambiance, there is definitely something for everyone. Even kids enjoy!
My friends and I helped celebrated our good friend’s forty something birthday (with 20 plus people) . We were all familiar with the check in, the wait for our grills. In our case, we had two grills reserved. Keeping in mind, that each grill will be sharing a unique dining experience and that eating time will typically be an hour later, give or take. Unless you’re a regular, figuring out what you want on the menu is another episode and then placing the order, is another.
We had waited at the bar initially for our party to arrive and settle inside the very small space lobby area. Congestion all over, but the bar area was open space with many tables and chairs to choose from. Service at the bar area i rate a 2 to 3 star. Two bartenders on shift dealing with meal orders one side and then there’s us, waiting in line at the bar to order drinks. Not sure if the two even acknowledged our presence. Nonetheless, 10 minutes or so later, we placed our order. The Lychee martini was on point. Not use to paying $17 for this cocktail in San Diego but then again could it be because we’re in Laguna??? The martini was so good, had to stop at the third order. Let’s just say we were super thirsty after our hour and half drive from San Diego 😉 Bartenders need to step it up, check their surroundings and move a little quicker when taking drink orders at the bar area.
We had a nice server, nothing more to highlights. Had to look for her couple times for glassof water and drinks refill.
The chef was friendly but felt the chef across the way (rat stuff animal sitting on his left shoulder) had lots more flair, personality and unique tricks during our teppanyaki dining experience. I felt our chef could have use some training from him. Ok same note, i am mindful that our Chef maybe new. Note that all chefs at Benihana are not alike. I Just enjoyed the dining experience with the group.
Our food was tasty. Loved the sauce (forgot the name) that was offered to each guests. I will say that we were all satisfied, at both tables.
Three hours later, we had to leave and head home to San Diego.
Recommend
… moreMy friends and I helped celebrated our good friend’s forty something birthday (with 20 plus people) . We were all familiar with the check in, the wait for our grills. In our case, we had two grills reserved. Keeping in mind, that each grill will be sharing a unique dining experience and that eating time will typically be an hour later, give or take. Unless you’re a regular, figuring out what you want on the menu is another episode and then placing the order, is another.
We had waited at the bar initially for our party to arrive and settle inside the very small space lobby area. Congestion all over, but the bar area was open space with many tables and chairs to choose from. Service at the bar area i rate a 2 to 3 star. Two bartenders on shift dealing with meal orders one side and then there’s us, waiting in line at the bar to order drinks. Not sure if the two even acknowledged our presence. Nonetheless, 10 minutes or so later, we placed our order. The Lychee martini was on point. Not use to paying $17 for this cocktail in San Diego but then again could it be because we’re in Laguna??? The martini was so good, had to stop at the third order. Let’s just say we were super thirsty after our hour and half drive from San Diego 😉 Bartenders need to step it up, check their surroundings and move a little quicker when taking drink orders at the bar area.
We had a nice server, nothing more to highlights. Had to look for her couple times for glassof water and drinks refill.
The chef was friendly but felt the chef across the way (rat stuff animal sitting on his left shoulder) had lots more flair, personality and unique tricks during our teppanyaki dining experience. I felt our chef could have use some training from him. Ok same note, i am mindful that our Chef maybe new. Note that all chefs at Benihana are not alike. I Just enjoyed the dining experience with the group.
Our food was tasty. Loved the sauce (forgot the name) that was offered to each guests. I will say that we were all satisfied, at both tables.
Three hours later, we had to leave and head home to San Diego.
Recommend
A.M. L. (Explore 365)
Our Chef gets 5 STARS!
We had a table reservation at 6.30 were seated promptly with 4 other people who were very nice. Across from us was a couple and a family of four celebrating a birthday. Their chef came quickly, sang beautifully and had a whole drum show.
Our waiter appeared after approximately 30min wait time and asked if we wanted california roll or spicey edamame on the house as they anticipated a little wait period for us. We waited through their entire mea, there was no Server in sight. No one came to ask if we wanted a drink or something else l, it was over an hour when our chef appeared. (I believe we should’ve been especially taken care off due to the extensive wait , more frequent run bys and information. Thats why service receives one star)
He was nervous, as one couples mood was tense as they were getting tired and wanted to leave.
Our Chef , Azrael did everything he could to keep us entertained. He just started the job recently , but he worked quickly and prepared delicious meals.
His humor, made us forget that we actually waited from 6.30- 8.30 until we could start eating our meal.
We did receive a discount on our bill but that was a extensive wait.
Beni Hana needs to hire more chefs like Azrael and the singing one (we didn’t catch his name)
We left when the restaurant was almost empty….
Its also to be noted that there seems to be a plumbing issue , as the entrance area and bathrooms smell disgustingly like sewer. Might be worth fixing as it repels and I don’t think we will be coming back , except if we can book a dinner with Azrael.
… moreWe had a table reservation at 6.30 were seated promptly with 4 other people who were very nice. Across from us was a couple and a family of four celebrating a birthday. Their chef came quickly, sang beautifully and had a whole drum show.
Our waiter appeared after approximately 30min wait time and asked if we wanted california roll or spicey edamame on the house as they anticipated a little wait period for us. We waited through their entire mea, there was no Server in sight. No one came to ask if we wanted a drink or something else l, it was over an hour when our chef appeared. (I believe we should’ve been especially taken care off due to the extensive wait , more frequent run bys and information. Thats why service receives one star)
He was nervous, as one couples mood was tense as they were getting tired and wanted to leave.
Our Chef , Azrael did everything he could to keep us entertained. He just started the job recently , but he worked quickly and prepared delicious meals.
His humor, made us forget that we actually waited from 6.30- 8.30 until we could start eating our meal.
We did receive a discount on our bill but that was a extensive wait.
Beni Hana needs to hire more chefs like Azrael and the singing one (we didn’t catch his name)
We left when the restaurant was almost empty….
Its also to be noted that there seems to be a plumbing issue , as the entrance area and bathrooms smell disgustingly like sewer. Might be worth fixing as it repels and I don’t think we will be coming back , except if we can book a dinner with Azrael.
Sandra Reyes
It was a fun experience. Our chef it was super fun. Food it was delicious and fresh. Good attentive service. Very family vibes. Great for family gatherings, birthday or just a date night. I definitely recommend it.
… moreRuss Valovick
$39 $39 $39 Special Promotion
Benihana has this promotion on a regular basis and last had at different times. Thanks to Luke for the great service!!
The $39 promotion includes soup or salad, then different option for sushi and I got the rainbow roll, then comes with chicken or steak with onions or squash on the side. I had the steak and it was so good. (good portion size)
Also chicken fried rice.
Since so much food I got the sushie to go.
Finished off with vanilla, chocolate ice cream and I had orange sherbet.
What more could you ask for on the great meal and awesome service from Luke!
Great traditions with rewards program and Benihana has good selection for food and spirits.
… moreBenihana has this promotion on a regular basis and last had at different times. Thanks to Luke for the great service!!
The $39 promotion includes soup or salad, then different option for sushi and I got the rainbow roll, then comes with chicken or steak with onions or squash on the side. I had the steak and it was so good. (good portion size)
Also chicken fried rice.
Since so much food I got the sushie to go.
Finished off with vanilla, chocolate ice cream and I had orange sherbet.
What more could you ask for on the great meal and awesome service from Luke!
Great traditions with rewards program and Benihana has good selection for food and spirits.
Jack Burton
We had a reservation for 5:45 PM, yet we were made to wait over 20 minutes past our scheduled time to be seated. When we politely asked about the delay, the staff responded with an attitude rather than offering an apology or explanation.
It was clear that tables were being double-booked, which resulted in guests with reservations being forced to wait. That completely defeats the purpose of making a reservation in the first place.
This experience was frustrating and unprofessional. If you’re going to offer reservations, they should actually mean something. Unfortunately, this was unacceptable and left a very negative impression.
… moreIt was clear that tables were being double-booked, which resulted in guests with reservations being forced to wait. That completely defeats the purpose of making a reservation in the first place.
This experience was frustrating and unprofessional. If you’re going to offer reservations, they should actually mean something. Unfortunately, this was unacceptable and left a very negative impression.
Elise Umetsu
We had andy as our chef. Highlights: excellent delivery of the egg roll bit. Very accommodating of dietary restrictions. Efficient, playful, and professional; a real treat to watch. Others in the party described him as “comforting”. It was my birthday and they brought me ice cream with a candle – as I blew out the candle, I wished for andy to have a good night. For that is what he deserves. Five stars andy.
… moreJoshua Fuller
Poor service. They extremely behind on reservations. We checked in around 6:30 for our reservation at 7:30 knowing it would be busy and the front of house staff told us they were still seating people from 5pm… absolutely ridiculous, what is the point of a reservation if you don’t even have that time reserved. Be better.
… moreNikki Le
This location is run down, and the interior is dingy. The exhaust fans don’t sufficiently remove smoke so your hair and clothes smell like the grill.
Prices are surprisingly reasonable, considering how much restaurant prices have gone up everywhere else. And portion sizes are pretty good too.
Fried rice was good as usual, but everything else was too salty. The ingredient quality is just ehh. Our chef was not that engaging, but the onion volcano came out great!
The service was not the best. We didn’t have enough chairs or place settings for our party, and had to ask for things multiple times.
My biggest gripe is the parking. They close off half the parking lot for valet to push people into paying $10 for valet service. Very uncool.
… morePrices are surprisingly reasonable, considering how much restaurant prices have gone up everywhere else. And portion sizes are pretty good too.
Fried rice was good as usual, but everything else was too salty. The ingredient quality is just ehh. Our chef was not that engaging, but the onion volcano came out great!
The service was not the best. We didn’t have enough chairs or place settings for our party, and had to ask for things multiple times.
My biggest gripe is the parking. They close off half the parking lot for valet to push people into paying $10 for valet service. Very uncool.
Laura Davidson
This was one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had in a long time, especially for a restaurant that used to be fun and reliable.
We sat in the bar area and were literally the only guests there. It still took over 20 minutes for anyone to come take our drink/appetizer order. After ordering, it took another 20+ minutes for the drinks and appetizers to arrive.
When we finally ordered food, the issues continued. We ordered the wagyu fried rice with the wagyu cooked rare and medium rare. What arrived was well done, cold, and not even close to what we ordered. When we asked for it to be fixed, we were told they couldn’t because they had run out of wagyu beef. So we waited a long time just to be served the wrong, cold order—and then were told there was no way to correct it.
To make it worse, we ordered a side of hibachi shrimp. I’ve ordered this many times at Benihana, but this time we were charged $18 for three shrimp—and they were also delivered cold. We were told they would “make it right” on the bill, but nothing was corrected.
Overall: extremely slow service, cold food, incorrect cooking temperatures, and no follow-through on fixing the bill. It was an embarrassing showing for a restaurant that used to be enjoyable. I won’t be back.
… moreWe sat in the bar area and were literally the only guests there. It still took over 20 minutes for anyone to come take our drink/appetizer order. After ordering, it took another 20+ minutes for the drinks and appetizers to arrive.
When we finally ordered food, the issues continued. We ordered the wagyu fried rice with the wagyu cooked rare and medium rare. What arrived was well done, cold, and not even close to what we ordered. When we asked for it to be fixed, we were told they couldn’t because they had run out of wagyu beef. So we waited a long time just to be served the wrong, cold order—and then were told there was no way to correct it.
To make it worse, we ordered a side of hibachi shrimp. I’ve ordered this many times at Benihana, but this time we were charged $18 for three shrimp—and they were also delivered cold. We were told they would “make it right” on the bill, but nothing was corrected.
Overall: extremely slow service, cold food, incorrect cooking temperatures, and no follow-through on fixing the bill. It was an embarrassing showing for a restaurant that used to be enjoyable. I won’t be back.