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Benihana - Fort Lauderdale

Prepare for a dining experience unlike any other. Watch as your personal chef performs the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Listen as razor-sharp blades slice through tender steak and juicy chicken. Take in the aroma of sizzling shrimp, lobster and savory vegetables.

And don’t forget our delicious sushi appetizers, including fresh nigiri, sashimi and specialty rolls, all made with the same flair that made Benihana a legend in Japanese cuisine.
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202 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(202 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 202 reviews
5 stars
(101)
4 stars
(59)
3 stars
(28)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(4)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.7 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • good for groups(119)
  • special occasion(117)
  • kid-friendly(82)
  • scenic view(80)
  • fit for foodies(24)
  • hot spot(24)
Benihana - Fort Lauderdale Reviews List
Review 1 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

it was allright

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Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"I remembered much better than what actually happened when I booked my reservation to this restaurante. We waited about 2 hours then another hour just to get our food. By the way I got something else besides what I ordered which was not a big deal because the food was tasty but still... Anyways I wasn't impressed with the whole ordeal. It seemed a much nicer pace long time ago when I first went there."
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 2 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"we waited a very long time for the person to come and cook
I thought we would be served vegetables but they amounted to a small slice of grilled zuccinni; onion was offered after we had finished our meal. I had to ask for sauces and then they had to be brought to table. It was a very busy night but they should have been prepared. Overall not a good experience.
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Dined on 6/15/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 3 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was good but to many people at table very uncomfortable"
Dined on 6/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion
-1point
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Review 4 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Father's Day

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Thought it would cool to have our food cooked in front of us. The chef was amazing and the food great! However the waitress was was slow with our drinks and we had to ask for refills in sodas."
Dined on 6/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: scenic view, special occasion
-1point
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Review 5 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Overall good

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"this service was not the greatest. they could improve on how they handle reservations. I made a reservation and still waited one hour till I got my table."
Dined on 6/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always Great!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything is always great at this Benihana -- one of the best!"
Dined on 12/14/2012
 2007
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Review 7 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Experience!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything was great -- food and service were perfect!"
Dined on 12/08/2012
 2007
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Review 8 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

THE BEST BENIHANA!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is the BEST Benihana, everything is always delicious!"
Dined on 8/25/2012
 2007
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Review 9 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Dinner Experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went for hubby's birthday. Had a table overlooking intracoastal. The food was very good and plentiful. Ordered and loved the optional chicken fried rice. Enjoyed watching the chef prepare the food. 3 people at table were celebrating birthdays. Staff sang "Happy Birthday" to all and all 6 of us received a very large dish of yummy ice cream for dessert. The hostess took a picture of each couple and, shortly after, gave each couple their picture in a Benihana folder...a VERY nice touch. Excellent dinner and service. Will definitely go back."
Dined on 6/11/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great View + Great Food!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful view and the food was great. Love it!"
Dined on 7/14/2012
 2007
+2points
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Review 11 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Exceptional Experience!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything was perfect, can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 7/21/2012
 2007
+5points
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Review 12 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Benihana Rocks!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful food with great drinks and service!!"
Dined on 11/24/2012
 2007
+4points
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Review 13 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

THE BEST!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of the best! A wonderful experience!!"
Dined on 9/29/2012
 2007
+4points
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Review 14 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing Experience!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Love Benihana, always an amazing experience!"
Dined on 9/15/2012
 2007
+4points
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Review 15 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Time at Benihana!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always a lovely experience here, everything's great!"
Dined on 7/07/2012
 2007
+3points
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Review 16 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of the best!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This place is great, one of the best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale!"
Dined on 9/01/2012
 2007
+4points
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Review 17 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Best Benihana!!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is the best Benihana that we've been to, everything is always great."
Dined on 3/16/2013
 2007
+4points
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Review 18 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always Excellant!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always have a great time here -- food is always delicious!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
 2007
+4points
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Review 19 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 6/09/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"always excellent! been dining there for over 30 years!"
Dined on 6/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 20 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

GREAT!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This Benihana is always great -- wonderful food / drinks + service!"
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: scenic view, hot spot, special occasion
+2points
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Review 21 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Flare

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Dined on 6/07/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Lots of flare everywhere. Good times."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 22 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Benihana!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is the best Benihana, everything is great!"
Dined on 4/20/2013
+2points
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Review 23 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Love it again

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Dined on 6/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I love Benihana's. The food is always on point and the amount of cooking tricks is limited to the mood the chef is in at the time. I found that our waiter wasn't as attentive as he needed to be to our table. That didn't spoil the evening though. We loved the food and the ambience and we can't wait to eat there again."
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, scenic view, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 24 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Service was horrible

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Dined on 6/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"I had to wait four hours for food when I made an reservations for 8:30 and on top of that it served burnt rice after waiting so long!"
Dined on 6/05/2013
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Review 25 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Jordan's 16th Birthday!

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Dined on 6/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The service, price was outstanding it was my son's 16th birthday celebration. Tony entertain our table and had us All laughing so hard it hurt. Yolanda was on point with service and even cut and serviced the cake that I drop off earlier that date. Benihana's has always been accommodating me and my guest I will be there to celebrate my birthday in July as well."
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 26 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing Food!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything was wonderful, love going here with our friends and family whenever we get a chance!"
Dined on 7/28/2012
+4points
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Review 27 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always Amazing!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food and drinks are consistently delicious, service is great and the view of the intercostal is nice. This is one of the best Benihanas!"
Dined on 10/06/2012
+4points
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Review 28 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

CHEF ENRIQUE

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Dined on 6/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our chef Enrique was wonderful. We had a great time because of him he made it fun and did a great job with the food. Our group wants to come back and have Enrique be our chef again."
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 29 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

first time

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Dined on 6/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My first time for dinner there and my experience was great. I enjoyed my dinner and would definitely go back."
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 30 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Way too expensive

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Dined on 6/03/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was delicious but it was way too costly and there were children screaming and yelling with inconsiderate parents who wouldn't tell them to keep quiet."
Dined on 6/03/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 31 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love It!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food is always delicious, regardless of what you order you can't go wrong here!"
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view
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Review 32 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This Benihana is great -- service, food and drinks are perfect. Definitely one of the best Benihana locations around."
Dined on 6/01/2013
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Review 33 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not happy

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Dined on 6/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A bad experience from start to finish. I had a 7:00 reservation for 9 people yet they did not seat us till after 8, and then only because I "hovered". I will say the food was very good, however it was ruined by the late seating and the service. We had to chase down our waiter in order to order drinks...plus it was wham bam "here's your check, but never was offered tea or coffee or dessert. It was quite obvious that he wanted us out of there. Would I go there again? Probably not. There are just too many good places to eat in the Ft Lauderdale area"
Dined on 6/01/2013
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Review 34 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Graduation party

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Dined on 5/31/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"Our service was wonderful. Our chef, Sergio, was great!!!"
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: good for groups, hot spot, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 35 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

6th year wedding anniversary dinner

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Dined on 5/20/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a delightful evening at the Benihana's for dinner."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 36 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Beni hahhahah's

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Dined on 5/20/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always good - hate to bad mouth a chef - but Johnny was NOT my favorite - nor will I ever request for him to cook for me again. Has to learn when to stop and when not to be Ghetto. Food could have been cooked a little better (burned zucchini)
which gave other things on the grill the burned taste -
enough said - will I go again? 100% - go every birthday of family members if we can
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Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 37 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Overbooked

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I don't know what happened Saturday May 18th, we had a friend in town visiting and thought we would show her a good time with an early dinner at Benihana Ft. Lauderdale-by-the-Sea... boy were we wrong! We walked in a few minutes early for a 5:30pm reservation... the place was totally blown out... if you weren't with a group of five (5) or more, you weren't going to be seated at your 'Res' time. We waited 40 minutes, since there was only three (3) in our party. Just when we were about to turn in our pager and call it a night, it started buzzing. The evening turned out well after the wait and it was good food/entertainment, as usual. But the management was unapologetic and should have offered concessions for our patience. We're still waiting!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, scenic view, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 38 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Mother's Day Mob Scene

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We went on Mother's Day. We assumed that 3 PM would be relatively quiet. The place was a total mob scene. Not a relaxing atmosphere, but it was unavoidable due to how busy they were. Our tepanyaki chef was OK. Not much of a show. I've had better. Food was good, but overpriced. Would I go again? Yes, but not on a day like Mother's Day."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 39 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Entertaining, Tasty and Fun!

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Benihana is always a fun experience. Great food, nice service. This location has been around for a long time, and it was as good as I remember it was from when I was a kid!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 40 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome Sushi and Hibachi

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The Sushi and Hibachi never disappoint -- food is always extremely fresh and delicious. Service is very consistent. Love it."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 41 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was good and the wait time was short with setting a reservation"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 42 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Best Benihana!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is the best Benihana -- food is amazing, great service and a wonderful view of the intercoastal waterway."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view, special occasion
+2points
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Review 43 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Consistent classic

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Dined on 4/26/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Benihana has been around forever and this is one of its best properties. Fun to have hibachi dining with a view of the water."
Dined on 4/26/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 44 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Happy Birthday to me

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I went for my birthaday and had a great time. The service was excellent. I really enjoyed myself and will definitly be going back!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 45 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This Benihana is one of the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This Benihana is one of the best that we've been to -- food and service is always great. Love it!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: scenic view
+4points
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Review 46 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing Food! Great Drinks

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Amazing Food! Great Drinks and Service! This place is always awesome!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2006
Special Features: scenic view
+4points
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Review 47 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Lady forgot my green tea and

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Lady forgot my green tea and never brought it, also brought me the wrong rice and charged me incorrectly."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2011
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Review 48 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely the best Benihana

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Absolutely the best Benihana meal we've had. Johnnie, our chef, was outstanding. Knew exactly how to season the meal and entertain."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
+1point
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Review 49 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fun and energetic restauant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fun and energetic restauant with good food."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 50 for Benihana - Fort Lauderdale
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I made a reservation but i

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I made a reservation but i still had to wait for about five minutes to be place which I consider fast since the place was packed. Our chef was awesome I hope when we go again we get to have sergio . Nice and funny.food was delicious and the service was great!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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