History
The first of its kind. And still the finest. When the first Benihana opened in 1964, American diners were unfamiliar with the elegance and intricacies of Japanese cuisine. The very thought of having a chef prepare a meal right at your table was completely unheard of. And the idea that exotic Japanese dishes could be blended with a dazzling chef performance was a radical one -- but it was one that became Benihana's recipe for success, with more than 100 million meals served since 1964. Benihana Monterey re-opened as a family owned franchise in 2009.
Specialties
From the moment you walk through our doors near Monterey's famous Fisherman's Wharf you will be welcomed into an elegant Japanese setting with warm smiles and delicious smells. Our family-owned franchise re-opened in April of 2009. We've remodeled the original location, have a sleek teppan dining room, beautiful sushi lounge with a full bar and HDTV. At the heart of the Benihana experience is the teppanyaki table, around which you gather and enjoy a wide variety of succulent seafood, tender chicken, juicy steaks, and garden-fresh vegetables grilled to delicious perfection on a steel grill, right before your eyes -- by a chef who is as much entertainer as culinary master. We provide a unique experience whether it's a special occasion dinner, a business dinner, or a fun night out with sushi and drinks. We have an extensive selection of Japanese beers and sakes, and are famous for our specialty cocktails. The ONLY place in Monterey County with ENDLESS SUSHI!