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Benihana - Chandler
Welcome to Benihana. Prepare for a dining experience unlike any other. Watch as your personal chef performs the ancient art of Teppanyaki, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well as your taste buds. Listen as razor-sharp blades slice and dice through tender steak and juicy chicken. Take in the aroma as savory vegetables, shrimp and lobster sizzle before your eyes.
Or visit our sushi bar, where your sushi chef will prepare the freshest sashimi, maki and temaki sushi, all with the same flair that made Benihana a legend in Japanese cuisine.
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Or visit our sushi bar, where your sushi chef will prepare the freshest sashimi, maki and temaki sushi, all with the same flair that made Benihana a legend in Japanese cuisine.
208 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 208 reviews
5 stars
(120)
4 stars
(65)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(144)
- special occasion(143)
- kid-friendly(97)
- fit for foodies(37)
- great for lunch(35)
- hot spot(32)
Benihana - Chandler Reviews List
Review 1 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What can I say Benihana
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/15/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was great and make sure to use Opentable so your not waiting in the long lines to get into this great place. Food was awesome, service rocked, our table staff and cook where fun, prompt to our needs, and very friendly. I would say do not even think about it, just go and have fun."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, but the flavors were not extravagant. Service was very slow and inaccurate. Although manager gave us a 20% discount, it was a disappointing first visit."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 3 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at Benihana and we truly enjoyed the experience. The staff even sang to us in Chinese to celebrate after dinner.
Although at the chef's table you get seated with different parties of people, it's a great way to enjoy dinner and meet some new people."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Awful
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The staff did not have our chef prepared properly which affected his efficiency, which then affected how food was prepared and served.
Your menu states that with parties of eight or more that a gratuity of 18% will be added to the bill, which did occur in our case. The fact that my wife and I were seated with 6 other people at the same table, who we did not know from Adam, does not constitute a party of eight. Due to the slow service and the above mentioned problem there should not have a been a tip what so ever, but instead an apology from management.
It will be a long time before we would consider returning to the establishment."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 5 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
For a fun night
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great table chefs..awesome food, dining with entertainment a perfect combo...and we always meet fun folks at shared tables"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 6 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bland
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Whereas my filet mignon was fantastic, pretty much everything else from the vegetables to the fried rice was bland and mediocre at best. My white sangria was pretty much sparkling wine with pineapple juice in it, and it cost me $8.50. Our table had four children, and I would've thought the chef would be over the top enthusiastic, but his performance was as bland as the food. The other thing that I did not appreciate was that you had to pay over three dollars for fried rice instead of white rice. The food was already over-priced, and this was ridiculous!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 7 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Made to wait
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While we have dined at Behihana before and usually have had good experiences, this was Mother's Day and we had reservations at 5:30, we still had not been called at 6:00 even though we were told by the staff it would be closer to 5:30 when we would get seated. We had small children and had we known priorthat it would have been this difficult to get seated, we would never have chosen this restaurant.
The staff was doing what they could, however, had management thought through the level of activity for this day, they could have spaced the tables further apart in times and not taken walk in's. This made for a terrible experience for our family on a day that should have been celebrated."
The staff was doing what they could, however, had management thought through the level of activity for this day, they could have spaced the tables further apart in times and not taken walk in's. This made for a terrible experience for our family on a day that should have been celebrated."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 8 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I brought my son for his birthday.. it was the best time we ever had. We wil definitely be back... Thank you."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 9 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was great! Food was fantastic! Would recommend to friends and family! Chef was amazing and put on a great show! Had a wonderful time, will go back again!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, late-night find, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 10 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Birthday Spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is the third year we have celebrated my son's birthday (at his request) at Benihana. He turned 13 this year and thoroughly enjoyed himself. They do a great job making him feel special. The prices are a bit spendy ($30 a head without cocktails), but worth it for the once a year experience. The filet mignon is excellent and the chefs are always entertaining."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 11 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
outstanding and excellent! !!!!!!!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've never been here before until Saturday with a couple of friends! The show they put on is amazing!!!! I found it super cool and interesting to see how they make all the food right in front of you! !!!!! This place is amazing and I'm definitely going back:)"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 12 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place for visitors
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Benihana carries a very good brand name, and their Chandler Fashion Mall outlet carries out their branding. What is nice about the Benihana experience is sharing a common table with others. The food (Teppenyaki-style) is foremostly good (I'm tough about using the word "great"...) but the true value of dining there is the tableside service, which is both skill and art. The Chandler mall location is, well, "sterile" as it is located at a major retail shopping center. Benihana, as its own Brand, should succeed here, and deservedly so."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 13 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birthday Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As usual had an amazing time. This place is great from the time you walk in to the walk out. Chu is awesome first time having him as a cook. You must request him!!!!! Everything was perfect. Made my birthday dinner perfect"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 14 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is always excellent. Great food value and drink selections."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 15 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The service and food show
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service and food show was great. It was our twin's 21st birthday's. They had never been there they really enjoyed and loved the food and drinks and the friendly helpful staff. I would definetly come back and recommend it to anyone of all ages."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Boring steamed vegetables.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was great. My daughter and I ordered the Garden Delight and were somewhat disappointed. The assortment of vegetables was good, but steamed veggies are just boring. We should have asked him to toss them on the grill with some spices."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 17 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Over-rated and disappointed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had never eaten here before and thought we would give it a try. Once seated, the server was nice but in a big hurry and everything felt rushed. He was wanting to take appetizer orders immediately upon handing us the menu and his 'hurry up' pace was consistent throughout. The salad was overdressed and nearly inedible. I was also disappointed that I had requested that as little oil as possible be used in cooking and globs of butters in addition to oil was used regardless of my request. We ordered the shrimp/chicken hibachi special and the chef cooked the shrimp first, put in in our bowl and then proceeded to start the chicken, and then vegetables. BY the time the meal was cooked, the shrimp was cold :(. Won't likely won't be back."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 18 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The place is fun, full of
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The place is fun, full of energy, and great for kids. BUT the drawback is you don't know who your chef will be at the teppan yaki table. Depending on who you get, you may or may not be entertained and the food can be perfectly cooked or over cooked and over seasoned. We came last year for my husband's birthday and had terrific experience. This year we came for mine and my daughter's and the cook was in experience and couldn't catch the attention of the other 6 people at the table. The food was cooked piece meal and served piece meal. It was annoying that he kept asking after each serving how is the food is. I got my shrimp, then chicken, zucchini, then finally the steak with mushrooms after everything else was cold."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 19 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our Chef Jeremy put on a good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our Chef Jeremy put on a good show and made our experience extra special.....loved his jokes"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 20 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
So Fun! I haven't stopped
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"So Fun! I haven't stopped talking about it.
Thank you"
Thank you"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 21 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Benihana's is a great restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Benihana's is a great restaurant for special occasions! Had a short wait even with a reservation, but the service exceeded the inconvenience. Food preparation was outstanding and all our menu was cooked to perfection. If you can ask for CHU - go for it - he was amazingly funny and entertaining."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 22 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First time here & will be
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time here & will be back! The food was great, the 'show' was great & birthday song/dessert+ photo for us was great!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 23 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We came in for a birthday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We came in for a birthday luncheon and the gals just had a great time. Our chef, Dolfino, I think... was absolutely charming. We had a lovely lovely time. Thank you."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
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Review 24 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This was our second time and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second time and both times the table that was seated next to us was so so loud we could not even talk to one another. We had to yell at one another to talk. I think putting a screen or making it more private would be a better experiance for all. Our service was good but felt very rushed compared to other tables that seem to receive more time & experience with the cooks."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 25 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
celebrating 3 birthdays....success!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We loved or recent visit! The delivery of food was outstanding! Taylor was extremely funny and was the icing on the cake! Highly recommend the Chandler location.I enjoyed every moment."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birthday Disappointment yet Fun
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My birthday was this past Wednesday, April 17th and it was a surprise dinner arranged by my 19 year old daughter. She did great on picking an exciting restaurant to visit. We were quite disappointed to learn the day of my birthday that your restaurant offers a $30 birthday certificate that takes 24 hours to activate/receive by email. The coupon/certificate should be viewable/printable same day of registration. Another couple that my family sat with experienced the same disappointment. Benihana is a little pricy and this would've been beneficial. That night there were several tables that experienced a birthday at their table as well. Aside from this, the service was fun and exciting along with memorable pictures taken"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, romantic
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Review 27 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome place!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love it! My wife and can never get enough!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 28 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great and had a lot
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was great and had a lot of fun."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
as most know, Benihana is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"as most know, Benihana is a Japanese restaurant that is literally full service at your table, great theatrics, personable employees, great food."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 30 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a party of 5 and all
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a party of 5 and all had a great time."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 31 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food and presentation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and presentation were great, as usual. Our chef for the evening, Taylor, was particularly energetic and interactive with our group and made our time very enjoyable. However, one of our group members ordered sushi for dinner, but it had not arrived until well after our chef had finished his preparation and the grill was clean. We were also a little disappointed that the table attendant was not better at being available for drink refills and other needs as the dinner went on. Overall, a typically fun Benihana evening - just a little off that night on the table service."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 32 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our experience was very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our experience was very good and our chef (George) was entertaining and fun."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 33 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were there celebrating
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were there celebrating my husband's new job. It is one of our favorite places to eat. We are always satisfied every time we go. The chefs are always fantastic. And the owners are involved and very kind which is nice to see. Thank you for a great experience!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 34 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place, I absolutely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place, I absolutely loved it!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, late-night find, romantic
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Review 35 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Every part of our meal was
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Every part of our meal was either incorrect or missing. We started out with sushi rolls and we received the wrong rolls. Then for the entree one of our orders of fried rice were missing and our order for hibachi steak was never placed. The cook made the fried rice after he had done everyone else's fried rice which extended the time it took to make our meal. We never received the hibachi steak though. The people next to us had one of their entrees messed up also. The server refilled our glasses once and then we never saw him again until we were done with our meal when we flagged him down to refill our drinks. The show put on by the cook was just okay, I have seen better at other Benihannas. We are not going there again."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 36 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our chef, Ryan, prepared our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our chef, Ryan, prepared our food to perfection and his presentation was very entertaining. He was awesome! We would definately request him again for future visits."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
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Review 37 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Celebrated 3 birthdays and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Celebrated 3 birthdays and two were children. They had a great time. our chef was fantastic."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 38 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This was my 3rd trip, to Benihana,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my 3rd trip, to Benihana, and unfortunately, the least memorable. The first 2 trips exceeded expectations; this one did not. The food was under-spiced, which resulted in bland taste and not much flavor for good quality food. I almost asked for salt for my steak. The chef appeared to be new. She seemed to be going off of instinct or a memorized script.
I will go back, but will ask for Allen; the chef that I had on my previous visit."
I will go back, but will ask for Allen; the chef that I had on my previous visit."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 39 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Benihana's is one of our favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Benihana's is one of our favorite spots....... Food is never a disappointment...... chef's are always friendly and eager to please...... the table side show is always entertaining........ The entire family loves this Benihana's....... Try to make it a once a month treat :)"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 40 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great. It was a fun
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great. It was a fun night for a special occasion."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 41 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great dining experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I always have s pleasant time everytime I go to Benihana. All the staff are friendly and very attentive. I think that the Teppan chefs are the most interesting part of the dining experience. Having your food prepared infront of you makes the food more appetizing but the price is pretty steep. If you're after the dining experience, go for it. Otherwise, you can find cheaper places elsewhere for your buck."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 42 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun Fun and Great Food!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love Japanese food. It is always entertaining to eat here or any other Benihana restaurant! Great for large or small groups and always perfect for a special occasion."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 43 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, fun atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, fun atmosphere and great coupon for a meal on your birthday!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 44 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The staff is very friendly
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The staff is very friendly and the service was fantastic. The chef was engaging and put on a good show. I had the surfside; the shrimp was plump cooked just right; the scallops were tender and sweet. However, there was something odd about the fish not the way it was cooked but the texture, it wasn’t flaky and buttery. The texture was solid much like the scallops but a little harder.
Overall it was a terrific experience."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 45 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Times at Benihana
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was my first time going to Benihana and I was celebrating my 30th birthday. They accommodated me and 20 of my close friends and family very well. The servers were professional and nice and the chefs were very entertaining. Everyone agreed it was a good time."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 46 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Benihanna needs new atmosphere
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A little expensive just for rice and steak. I didn''t like when one of my guests was late for my b day party and I went to tell the host we were ready and I got an attitude because I was not happy and the hostess giving me a ultimatum on my late guest. I made my decision that one was late so seat us i made a decision and stuck with it, not to have some hostess make me feel worse about the situation. Then I couldn't get my bill from the bar when the hostess said she wouldn't seat us until we cash out. Lets just say I felt I should of taken my b day party to another restaurant and spent 500 dollars. Plus singing my b day song was horrible I would take that out of your line up and do something different. The employees were looking at floor."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
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Review 47 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Sorry - won't be back!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have eaten at this restaurant several times and every time we leave we say the same thing - the food didn't have much flavor and the "show" was blah and unimpressive. We have eaten at other Hibachi type restaurants that we definitely like better. It is unfortunate because Benihanas has a great reputation nationwide and we WANT to like this one - we just find it doesn't measure up."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
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Review 48 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
waiter was excellent and chef
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"waiter was excellent and chef was great as well."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The dinner was wonderful and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The dinner was wonderful and the chef did an outstanding job !"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 50 for Benihana - Chandler
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a wonderful birthday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a wonderful birthday celebration. The scallops were fantastic. The filet was melt in your mouth tender."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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