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Benihana

47 W 56th St, New York City, NY 10019 (Manhattan)
(212) 581-0930
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Ranked #1,753 of 8,500 restaurants in New York City
Price range: $15 - $30
Cuisines: Japanese
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Neighborhood: Manhattan
Restaurant details
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Neighborhood: Manhattan
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Ronan, Montana
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

My husband and I have been to benihana restaurants in different cities. We know what to expect. At this location, the waitress hardly came around and got the orders for the table wrong. The chef was late and we had to wait for the griddle to heat up. It was turned off in error. Save your money.

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See 7 more reviews by Susanne B for New York City
Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia
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23 reviews 23 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

when we come to this restaurant, before we eat the meal, the chef cooking the meals we eat in front of us with many attraction which make us laugh n happily. the taste is good n fresh.

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See 3 more reviews by Eddi M for New York City
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24 reviews 24 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013 via mobile

Food is good and tasty. We were impressed by the chef who was cooking to the next table, as our chef was tired and in bad mood. In short terms you must be lucky to have THE GOOD chef who makes your dinner funny. Another bad point is that the waiters are very stressed to take your order and ensure... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

A great place to visit for a genuinely entertaining meal. Busy all the time so it is best to book but it is worth the wait in the bar where the cocktails are good with a saki spin. The main event is undoubtedly the teppanyaki experience where the chefs perform a great routine whilst preparing the food at your table.... More

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See 2 more reviews by drdc1971 for New York City
New Jersey
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16 reviews 16 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

I believe this location has been remodeled since I was last there, giving it a cool new look. The food and show are still as awesome as ever. The ginger salad dressing has also undergone what seems to be a slight upgrade as well. It has a fresher texture than in the past, so I think the recipe has been... More

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See 3 more reviews by Marilyn C for New York City
London, United Kingdom
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

We went there yesterday evening and it was just so lovely. I'm usually not that into Japanese food but I really loved it! The chef was so nice, polite and great cook! Everything is made in front of you, so you eat and get entertained at the same time.

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See 7 more reviews by Nora C for New York City
buenos aires
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29 reviews 29 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

how they keep the same service in every country. Menu is the same, food is great. And of course will enjoy the show that chef does.

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See 7 more reviews by Carlita08 for New York City
massachusetts
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12 reviews 12 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Very long time waiting for the chef to cook the food. He didn't want to be there the night we were there, I heard him say his shift was just about over and while he was cooking out food he was making himself a plate to take home. Bad experience

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See 5 more reviews by me_shell219 for New York City
Montreal, Canada
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18 reviews 18 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

I have to say one thing to start. Go over there when you are in the mood and go with friends that are also in the mood. I realized this with the peoples that were sitting on the same table to our and the table next to ours. Our table we we're all new to this experience on a chef... More

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See 5 more reviews by xoxotravelmissy for New York City
PR
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102 reviews 102 reviews
70 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

Adults love it and kids REALLY love it! It is a “Show of a Meal” event! It is fun, it is entertaining and it is very good! The service is friendly and the chefs show off all their tricks of chopping, slicing and tossing in the air all sorts of Shrimp tails and saucers! It is great for birthdays and... More

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