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Kobe Japanese Steak House
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Exit bustling Highway 111, pass the waterfall, cross the red footbridge over the golden koi and enter the delightful world of Japanese dining at Kobe Japanese Steak House. Experience the excitement and distinctive flavors of our authentic Japanese teppan-yaki ("iron plate cooking"), prepared right at your table by knife-wielding chefs. Located in a replica of a Japanese country inn, Kobe is best known as the home of beautiful kimono-clad servers and the most talented teppan chefs in the desert, serving the highest quality and most flavorful beef, seafood and poultry available in Southern California.
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75 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 75 reviews
5 stars
(37)
4 stars
(29)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(54)
- special occasion(52)
- kid-friendly(37)
- fit for foodies(18)
- neighborhood gem(15)
- romantic(11)
Kobe Japanese Steak House Reviews List
Review 1 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It just keeps getting better. The halibet was over the top."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyable & Fun
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The prices: expect to pay $30+per person -which includes 1 non-alcoholic drink. The portion sizes are smaller but one leaves 'full'. "Early Bird" specials are roughly $5 less. The show is good depending on who is 'cooking' & at your table!
In the past the veggies included bean sprouts, but the night we went they had red bell peppers instead.
The steak & chicken were a bit 'chewy' but over-all decent flavor.
The "NY Steak is roughly 1/2"x8" slab which includes fat. The other 'steak' listed is cubed, as is the chicken. If unaware: prawns are larger then shrimp.
If you don't enjoy sesame seeds BE SURE to ask for none PRIOR to the cooking!
It can get quite noisy all the people and the show, so don't expect a quite atmosphere
Parking is Vallet"
In the past the veggies included bean sprouts, but the night we went they had red bell peppers instead.
The steak & chicken were a bit 'chewy' but over-all decent flavor.
The "NY Steak is roughly 1/2"x8" slab which includes fat. The other 'steak' listed is cubed, as is the chicken. If unaware: prawns are larger then shrimp.
If you don't enjoy sesame seeds BE SURE to ask for none PRIOR to the cooking!
It can get quite noisy all the people and the show, so don't expect a quite atmosphere
Parking is Vallet"
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: good for groups, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
vacation restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We having been coming here for many years. Every time we visit the Palm Springs/Rancho Mirage area we visit this great place. Our teenagers love it and kids love it. The steaks are great and the amount of food they give you is ample. They also have good sushi and bar drinks. This is even a fun place to come with a date."
Dined on 3/31/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The service was excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was excellent and so was the food. A little too noisy for our group."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I always love Kobe's. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I always love Kobe's. The food is good and the servers are very entertaining."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 6 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food is fantastic, the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is fantastic, the entertainment of the chef is also wonderful. The atmosphere is great for kids over about 8 years old. They are entertained as well. We brought our 10 and 14 year old boys. The chef entertained to the kids as well. I would recommend Kobe's to anyone for any occasion."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great, and preparation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great, and preparation was fun to watch, a little awkward sitting so close to people though."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 8 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a great time. Our chef
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a great time. Our chef was very good and entertaining. My wife caught the shrimp on her mouth. What fun. Will be back. To much food, way to full had to take some home."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 9 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We felt rushed. The waitress
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"We felt rushed. The waitress was quick to take our order but took to long in-between to get more drinks and sushi orders among our party."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 10 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service and generous
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great service and generous unlike most of these Japanese steakhouses that typically nickel and dime you. Food good but didn't like the salad dressing as much as others serving same food."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2007
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 11 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I want my money back...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very expensive, little value... Will not go back..."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 12 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife and I were in Palm
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife and I were in Palm Springs for our 20th wedding anniversary and ate here on our honeymoon 20 years ago. Very good food and the show was great."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 13 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Fast & Fishy
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to Kobe's w/ a group of 9. From the moment we got there we were rushed through our meal. There was no break between soup, appetizer and the main meal. We were literally done within an hour. It's no fun to be rushed. In addition, while the shrimp was very yummy, my orange roughy was very fishy tasting. I took two bites and couldnt eat any more. The server did not ask me why i didnt eat my meal. They showed no concern over it at all. I won't be returning."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 14 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience every time.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great experience every time. Great place for a group or special occasion."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 15 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have eaten at Kobe's several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have eaten at Kobe's several times since the early 1980's and have enjoyed the dining experiance every single time. Great food and atmosphere. Will be returning often."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 16 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Beautiful Japanese restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Beautiful Japanese restaurant and great fun for kids to watch the cooking action at the table. Food was good, but much too much of it. Took a "doggy bag" home and had another complete meal out of it. Never as good at home."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 17 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food is outstanding. Best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food is outstanding. Best Japanese restaurant in the desert. Kobe is always a family favorite."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 18 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Needs improving!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The menu has changed. The usual Teppan fair does not include salad, or bean sprouts - but substitutes with more mushrooms, onions, and a bite of bell pepper and zucchini. I will admit that the food is better now, less salt and oil - but they nickle and dime you for the additions while the menu prices stayed the same for an entree without the added food. They have a lot of servers and hostesses that are not very helpful or cordial. We waited 30 minutes for our reservation. Luckily the manager Julian and the sushi chefs took great care of all of our issues and gave us great service."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 19 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Have been going to Kobe for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Have been going to Kobe for years for special occasions and sometimes just because. We've always been pleased with the service and food. This time the food was average."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience for my moms
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great experience for my moms birthday."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 21 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our family has been going
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Our family has been going to Kobe's for 30 years, and this is the first time that we could sit and enjoy a conversation after we had dinner without being rushed to finish and leave. I really hope that this is a new policy, and if so, we will come more often."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious food, entertaining chefs and strong drinks."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best in the desert
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Can't tell you how manyntimes we have been here and everything has always been great. Started going there back in the 80s and make its point to have a meal there every time we are in the area. Just consistently great Teppan cooking."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 24 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The restaurant smelled greasy;
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant smelled greasy; as did our clothes when we got home. The quality of food was poor; mixed vegetables which consisted of mostly onions, some mushrooms, and squash. About $1.50 worth of vegetables to be shared by eight people; I really expected more. And the ultimate insult is that you have to valet park; I am quite capable of parking my own car, take much better care when pulling out of a parking spot, and stopping in front of the door, and don't mind if I must walk more than twenty feet. We won't be back to Kobe, and will certainly not recommend it to friends."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
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Review 25 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good food fun atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Thanks to phat for being a great chef and making our evening one to remember"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 26 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
In & Out Give you the boot policy
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The experience could be rated ok, except that the moment the chef is finished with the cooking show 2-3 waiters come and take the plate from under you! You don't even get 10 minutes to eat and chat. The check is brought to you along with dessert. They make no expert to hide the fact the it's time to go. While your passing the bill, the waiters are bringing to go boxes. Funny to the point of ridiculousness, lol."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
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Review 27 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
There are lots of reasons
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There are lots of reasons to eat at Kobe! Ambiance, great food, masterful personal chefs, and all to perfection."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 28 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed. Nice atmosophere
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed. Nice atmosophere and good food."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2011
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Review 29 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
food is good typical Japanese
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"food is good typical Japanese steak house fare. chefs perform which the kids (and adults) enjoy. a little overpriced but typical."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 30 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We didn't stay to eat because
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
"We didn't stay to eat because we never got seated. We finally left after waiting long after our reservation time had passed."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2007
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Review 31 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I used to come here when I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"I used to come here when I was younger. Great restaurant, great food, great ambiance."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic
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Review 32 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always come to Kobe when
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We always come to Kobe when in Palm Springs. The kids love the show! This year, we were in the main dining room. Not my favourite as it is too noisy to have a conversation. If we go back, we will reqest a smaller room so we can hear each other."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
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Review 33 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
As always, The Food is beautifully
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As always, The Food is beautifully prepared, fresh and excellent."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2009
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Review 34 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this restaurant - it's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love this restaurant - it's one of my favorites in the Desert! Food is always great and so is the service!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 35 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food and service excellent entertainment and atmosphere love the place"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 36 for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I took my friend there for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I took my friend there for her 50th Birthday! It was an excellent experience and we had a great time!"
Dined on 01/17/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Kobe Japanese Steak House
Based on the average of (39) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic