We hadn't been to Benihana in years, but thanks to Chef Josue and the incredible management team, we will definitely be returning--and requesting Josue specifically! My friend has a gluten allergy, and the team was extremely accommodating right from the start. Instead of forcing her meal to be made hidden away in the back, they simply used a gluten-free soy sauce and adjusted the cooking order slightly by saving the garlic for the end. Unfortunately, another guest sharing our teppanyaki table threw a major, uncalled-for tantrum over this minor adjustment. She demanded to know why my friend's food wasn't being cooked in the kitchen, threw her napkin down, refused to pay, and stormed off to the front--completely ruining the vibe and bringing my friend to tears over something entirely beyond her control. My friend even tried to move to the bar just to de-escalate the situation for the rest of the table. After the rude party walked out mid-meal, Chef Josue and management stepped in with incredible grace and hospitality. Chef Josue even brought my friend a special glass to cheer her up and reassured her that the minor tweak in cooking order was no big deal at all. It turned out the remaining group at our table was celebrating a 21st birthday and also had a food allergy (which was why the shrimp was being cooked last, too). We just moved our plates and sat by the birthday group. What started as a terrible, uncomfortable situation turned into a fantastic, memorable night for everyone. A massive thank you to Chef Josue and the management team for going way above and beyond to handle a rude situation with total class and empathy! read more

I had a very disappointing experience at this restaurant. The customer service was poor, and the wait time was much longer than expected. The dining area was smoky, and I left feeling like my clothes needed to be washed afterward. The food was also below expectations. The sushi was worse than what you would find at a grocery store, and the hibachi lacked flavor, tasting mostly like garlic butter. Overall, the experience was not enjoyable, and I would not recommend this restaurant. read more

1 Star -- Extremely Disappointing Experience I have never felt so unnecessarily disrespected at a restaurant simply for asking a reasonable question. I had a reservation and, after checking in, waited 15 minutes without being seated. I politely asked the manager how much longer the wait would be. Instead of giving me a simple and professional answer, he responded in an extremely rude, impatient, and condescending tone: "Everyone has reservations. I'm not going to skip anyone for you." I never asked him to skip anyone. I simply asked how long the wait would be after already waiting 15 minutes despite having a reservation. The way he responded made me feel like I had asked the most ridiculous question in the world. I completely understand that restaurants can run behind schedule. What I do not understand or accept is being spoken to disrespectfully by a manager when I am calmly asking for an estimated wait time. A manager should set the standard for professionalism and customer service. Instead, his attitude made an already frustrating situation significantly worse. The 15-minute wait was not the main issue. The manager's rude and condescending attitude was. There was absolutely no reason to speak to a customer that way. I left this experience feeling extremely disappointed and disrespected. I will not be returning to this Benihana, and they have permanently lost me as a customer. There are plenty of restaurants where customers can expect basic courtesy and professionalism. read more

I love benihana, their chicken rice is my absolute favorite. This time I had Hibachi Filet and it was good. their miso soup and salad are always good. It never disappoints. read more

Our party of nine finally celebrated my parents' 85th and 84th birthdays here at Benihana and we definitely came to the right place! When we arrived for our 5:00 PM reservation, it wasn't crowded, but the atmosphere was upbeat and fun! Our server was very attentive and sweet! CHEFSITO was our chef for our meal and he was beyond entertaining! His humor was very matter-of-fact, but extremely funny! He had a lot of fun tricks and jokes that kept us entertained throughout our meal preparation. The portions are generous and all started with onion soup, salad, shrimp appetizers, zucchini and onions. At the end of our meal, my parents were treated to ice cream. The staff respected their request of not singing "Happy Birthday" to them. We'll definitely be back, especially with the excellent service and entertainment! Thank you, Benihana, for making this a special and memorable birthday dinner for both of my parents! read more

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We came here on Father's Day but still had to end up waiting around 30 minutes despite having a reservation. The restaurant was very cramped inside as well. All the food we ordered tasted just ok and were pretty bland. However, I really do appreciate our chef who went above and beyond to give us a good experience and tell us funny jokes. read more

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We had THE BEST last min experience at Benihana celebrating a birthday! Such a lovely time with our server Sophie and Chef Nick! We've frequent a few Benihanas and this was top notch!! What a fun Thursday night out read more

We usually come for birthday dinners. The overall food quality is good and the garlic butter is amazing, however the taste and experience is highly dependent on the chef you are assigned. I've had amazing chefs that cook everything perfectly, and I've had really bad chefs that overcook everything. It's very hard to request specific chefs so I've given up on putting it in my reservation comments. Dinner is usually very crowded and loud. Lunch is less busy with the option of 45 minute power lunch (no substitutions or promos) or the regular lunch menu where you may end up waiting longer but allows you to use with other promotional offers. Join their Friends with Benefits loyalty for extra offers. read more

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My good friend sent me a link over the Labor Day weekend and it was a BOGO coupon for Benihana and there was a coupon for a $9 margarita. To get the special, it was required that you sit in either the lounge or bar. I chose the lounge. I made my reservations online through Open Table. Smart decision because Benihana gets crowded. I went on a Saturday night so I don't know how busy it gets during the weekdays. The ambiance is lively but let's discuss the decor. This location looks like a scene from 70s or 80's. That whole restaurant needs to be renovated. I sat in a booth which was fine. However, the booth was by the kitchen entrance so the servers were nonstop walking past me as I attempted to east. My server was attentive and helpful. I ordered 5 course meal. It came with an iceberg lettuce salad, onion soup, steak, steamed rice, fajita vegetables and ginger sauce, yum sauce. Overall, the food was good nothing fancy. For my free entre, I got a salmon. Would I come back? Yes, but I want try the teppanyaki next time with my family. read more

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Always a pleasure to come have dinner here Mark is a fantastic chief our food always comes out perfect and delicious He is great! Service is always good everyone is always friendly It's crowded and crazy but it's lively and fun everyone is celebrating and just having a great time read more

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In short, the place was quiet, the chef still put on a show, and the food was decent... but it didn't quite live up to the five star experience that I was used to. This Benihana is on Ball Road right off the freeway, making it pretty easy to get to. The parking lot used to be shared with an El Torito, but unfortunately that place had a fire and is still being repaired, so Benihana had the parking lot to itself. I went on a weekday for an early dinner, so the place was practically a ghost town both inside and out. I had a group of four, and only had to share my half of the table with one other group of the same size. There were children present in both parties, but everybody was well behaved and entertained by our hibachi chef, Jorge, who put on a traditional Benihana show. Despite the fact that he was not at all Japanese (and owned it) there was plenty of spatula, twirling, the famous onion volcano, a beating heart made of fried rice, and other standard tricks to entertain us as he prepared our food. I had heard about the A5 Wagyu steak and surprisingly enough. It was only $10 more than some of the other steak options so I decided to give it a try. Beforehand, of course, I was treated to a bowl of miso soup, a salad with their special ginger sauce, and some chicken fried rice. There were also mushrooms and vegetables included in the meal. I will say that my first bite of that Wagyu steak was incredible. It practically melted in my mouth. However, the more of it I ate, the more I felt like I was just chewing on fat. I asked for it to be cooked medium rare and that's exactly what I got, but I'm wondering if the fat had not completely rendered into the steak before it was chopped up. Maybe that kind of steak needs cooked a little differently. I will also add the ambience was a little bit spoiled by the chef at the table next to us, where the young hibachi chef was talking about growing in Anaheim and some of the hardships that he faced, including being victimized by crime. I'm sure that the couple at his table celebrating an anniversary was none too thrilled about it either, but I guess that's none of my business. Overall, I had a great time, but there are a few areas that would need touched up to bring it back to a five-star experience. read more

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This place is amazing. Josue(I'm not sure how to spell his name) is an amazing chef, each item on the menu was delish! Not only is the food but the service is amazing. The chefs jokes were funny and the ambiance was cozy and superb. I have never given a five star review and I have reviewed many restaurants. This place is amazing and the best restaurant if you're looking for a good time. #chefjosueisthegoat Next time u go tip him a lot bc he's good read more

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Came here for my birthday meal after a day at Disney and it was pretty disappointing. We were asked to wait in the bar for a table to open and weren't given any timeline. After 25 min, I asked if we were close to being seated and we were then taken to a table. My husband and I both ordered the spicy tofu steak hibachi. I asked if it came with fried rice since I noticed the menu said white rice. The server said it could be added on as a side for $7 extra, so we did that. "Added on as a side" insinuates it would be in addition to, however, no white rice was served. I wouldn't have paid that much extra for a swap. I requested that my shrimp appetizer be added to my husband's plate because I don't eat shellfish. But instead, they just left it out. The portion of veggies was small and only onion and zucchini. I remember it used to include mushrooms (and carrots?). The amount of food served here absolutely does not justify $33. I was pretty shocked, given Benihana is known for its hefty portions. Left a lot to be desired... read more

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The workers were not very clear about the wait times and providing inconsistent information. Originally quoted a wait time of 90 minutes for standby but it ended up being two and a half hours. Even those who had reservations had to wait a long period. When checking in after it hit 90 minutes, they told us it'd be another 20 minutes but it ended up being another hour lol. If I knew it was gonna end up being a two and a half hour wait, I definitely would have went elsewhere for dinner. In n out across the street was starting to look real good. Food itself is as expected. I've never been to hibachi so my expectations were low. Everything tasted great but I think the chef you get also makes or breaks the experience. They're all different from each other with what they do and our chef was great, but definitely didn't feel like much of a "show" that I always hear about when it comes to benihana. Honestly don't see myself coming back anytime soon. read more

Title: Not the Relaxing Birthday Dinner We Expected Occasion: On June 29, I took my wife to the Benihana location in Anaheim to celebrate her birthday. Parking -- 5/5: The restaurant has a large parking lot with plenty of available parking spaces. Food -- 3/5: My wife ordered chicken, shrimp, and fried rice. I ordered shrimp, steak, and fried rice. The food was okay, but there was nothing particularly special or memorable about it. Service -- 2/5: The service was acceptable, but the entire dinner was rushed. Atmosphere -- 1/5: The restaurant was extremely noisy, making it difficult for us to relax and enjoy a peaceful birthday dinner together. Cleanliness -- 2/5: The restroom needed more attention and should have been cleaned properly. Overall Rating -- 2/5: Unfortunately, this was not the relaxing birthday dinner we had hoped for. I would not recommend this location for a birthday, anniversary, romantic dinner, or any special occasion when you and your spouse want to relax and enjoy a quiet evening together. read more

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Benihana Anaheim is one of those spots that still works when you want dinner to feel like part of the night out, not just a meal. We went on a Monday before a Ducks game, and it was the perfect pre-game move. Easy parking, clean bathrooms, and a lively vibe without feeling chaotic. Jasmine took great care of us all night and stayed on top of refills like a pro. Chefsito was a lot of fun too -- super entertaining and even threw in a few tricks I hadn't seen before, which made the experience feel fresh. We started with the chili ponzu yellowtail roll, then went all in with the Wagyu A5 Japan Tokyo Broil, wagyu steak fried rice, and the Deluxe Treat which is the filet and lobster. The meal definitely leaned splurge, but if you're in the mood to treat yourself before heading over to Honda Center, this is a pretty solid way to do it. Service was strong, the show was fun, and the food made it feel worth the stop. Solid pre-Ducks game dinner. read more

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Went to visit on 04/06/26. You can see the restaurant from the street, and there's plenty of parking so you don't need to worry about that at all! When you walk inside, this place is very much a vibe. It has really clean and classic interior, with rich dark colors inside. I absolutely love it! On the left is the actual grill side, the right side is more of a sushi restaurant with a sushi bar. Everyone was absolutely great! Our waitress was super sweet, she was very informative on the menu and made sure our tea was always filled! Chef Kevin was amazing! He was entertaining, and talented! Definitely would request him as a chef again! Friends and I got to try the Wagyu around the world. Holy cow, yeah, it's pricey, but yeah, it's totally worth it!!!! The meats melt into your mouth. Also with the fried rice, veggies, and shrimp. Would totally want to splurge on that again! I also got the Red Plum Sake Sangria for the drink. This was absolutely refreshing. And paired really well with the meal! Overall, have a good night with friends/family. When it's a celebration, or just wanting a night out and want to treat yourself, do it! read more

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It's all about the chef! Some are great others are less desirable. We came twice this month and the two experiences were very different. The last visit was excellent! But overall, it's still one of our favorite places. read more

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I've been eating at Benihana's since I was a kid - that's almost 3 decades now. It shows you the staying power that Benihana beholds. And for as long as I have been eating at various Benihana locations, I've never had a bad experience. It is one of the most consistent restaurants I know regardless of location or the chef cooking your meal. They always bring great food, great service, and great entertainment. The only thing I can complain about is the cost but it is what it is - inflation has affected everything, especially when it comes to eating out. But at Benihana, you gotta remember that you are paying for more than just food, you're paying for the entire package which includes the service, the experience and the entertainment. I ate here a couple days ago and we were assigned a chef by the name of Oscar aka Chefsito. He may be young but he brings the energy and the fun, and most importantly he knows how to handle the grill like a vet. He apparently started from the bottom as a busboy when he was a teenager, then promoted to a line cook and now he's a chef. Any future parties would be lucky to get him as their cook. All in all, my friends and I were satisfied and we look forward to celebrating another occasion here. read more

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GUYS! Are you aware of Benihanas power lunch? In and out in 45 minutes for $20??? You get almost the full experience and the tasty rice, meat and veggies for a fraction of the cost. 10/10 recommend coming for lunch for a beautiful meal at a great price. Keep the power lunch please! read more

Had such a great time at Benihana! The food was delicious, the chef was entertaining, and the whole experience was perfect for a celebration. Great service, generous portions, and lots of fun. We'll definitely be back read more

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We come here a few times a year to use our FWB perks, including the great birthday deal. We go to the sushi bar for a more quiet and quick meal. Kathy has been our waitress multiple times and she is great. Great service every time and will keep coming back! read more

I forgot to take a photo of the cooked finished product which I should've! I'm giving 2 stars for a great performance but the chef and general nostalgia but other than that the meal was below average. The lobster roll was so weird. The rice was stale and way too sour from the vinegar and there was lettuce and tomato in the lobster roll for some reasons. I was also doubting if it was even lobster because the lobster was looking a lot like langoustine. It was more imitation crab meat than anything and they had the weirdest soy paper around it which was flaking off as if it was stale and they were trying to add it to the roll. Overall just don't get this roll. It was atrocious. The American ribeye cut was also very small for 69 dollars and it wasn't even a good cut with a huge piece of fat right in the middle. There was not marbling or anything. It also wasn't just my cut that was small other peoples's cuts were tiny People also only come here for their birthdays the meal came with 3 tiny pieces of sad frozen shrimp. I will say that the chicken fried rice was pretty good and with all that garlic butter they put on everything it better be. For value this really isn't the place to go but I assume a lot of people come for their birthdays because you get like 30 dollars off which makes the meal a lot more worth it. Other than that I would not come. read more

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Food was very poorly made with excess butter. We could not even taste the meet it was so buttery. Price is too high for the value. Service was also very poor. It was my birthday and they did not even bring a cake or sing happy birthday or take a picture that they used to do in the past. Very disappointed read more

Review 118/365 Day Challenge This is a pretty overdue review. Cant believe I've never reviewed our fav Japanese teppanyaki restaurant. Idk where there's one anymore but glad our local one is still around. The food is enjoyable. The proteins and vegetables are fresh when cooked. The taste can be a bit on the plain side but why they offer dipping sauce. Which is yummy. I've only had great service and food each time I've come here. Usually more for a bday celebration since it can be pretty pricey. Love the interactive show, our chef Lynette was really social and kept entertaining our family. Enjoyed it a lot. The restaurant is like a Japanese hut and inside decor. Not too far from Disneyland in the corner of Ball Blvd & State College. It's own building. TIP definitely sign up for their Benihana's subscription emails and if you indicate your birthdates, you'll receive a coupon emailed to you the month of your bday for a $ 30 meal credit. Kids bday enjoys a treat too when you put their email address. Birthday celebrations they take a photo of the bday celebrate and prints it out to put in a memoir greeting card like for you to take home along with an ice cream of your choice and a candle to sing happy birthday with your group and associates. Definitely be back. We HOPE this location never plans to close. It's usually pretty busy each time i come here. read more

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I've been to this Benihana location several times in the Teppanyaki area and the most recent visit was for their happy hour in their bar area. Happy hour was great, good service, and nice seating area. Of course you can order anything off the regular menu as well. Food was really good and for some of my friends it was their first experience at a Benihana and they were impressed too. Some food came out late because I guess they have to wait till one of the Teppanyaki tables are preparing that dish to bring it to the other areas of the restaurant? You'd think they'd have a kitchen in the back to prepare food or maybe I misunderstood the process. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Went day before Father's Day, I had a reservation and had to wait over an hour past my reservation time... we just decided to eat on the side instead of getting the experience of someone cooking for us. This particular one was a huge let down and they need some help with honoring reservations times and how to manage tables properly. read more

James did a phenomal job at engaging us! The food was prepared great! Thank you James!

We were excited to enjoy Benihanas to try their new power lunch but when we finished and were walking to the car I realized I had left my new ray-ban sunglasses behind so it was maybe less then 15 seconds from walking out I ran back in and they were already cleaning the table but my glasses were not there.. we asked several employees but no one really helped... we asked the person cleaning but he wouldn't even make eye contact with me... then one of the servers stopped me and said he believed that someone had turned them in but when the manger came out all he said was no sorry he was wrong.... I hope whichever employee kept them gets their karma! read more

This place is fun. Now are you looking for a fun dinner experience? Go here! They have so many tables that the wait is never super long because they are constantly getting people in and out of the restaurant. The food is very delicious and the service is great. My only critique is the hibachi experience is very much a scripted dinner. While it is very fun and enjoyable, every table will get the exact same script. Overall I would do it again because it is fun. read more

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Overpriced, showy, and mid. Man just spinning egg and not doing any cool tricks. He could've cracked the egg on the spatula. Very oily and lack seasoning for the fried rice. I ordered fried rice with wagyu and it lacked flavor. Also I thought the order would be $15 for the rice but it turned out to be $15 + $8! That's insanely expensive for such a small ass portion of cubed Wagyu bits wtf!! Redeemed my bday reward and they only offered the little girl next to me bday treats and sang to her (I don't need singing). They asked everyone else there what sauce they wanted and just skipped me and handed me a sauce plate and soy sauce without asking. First time here and my last because the experience was so odd. read more

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Love the customer service and the food is amazing and fast ! I recommend it to everyone read more

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This was our first time visiting this location. Since el torito has closed, there was plenty of parking. This is one of their older looking locations so it has multiple small sitting areas vs the big open spaces. I felt like this felt more cozy and I liked it. They also have areas for larger parties. My bf and I were the only ones not from the party on our table that were together with the table right next to us which is why both chefs were going at the same time. We were promptly greeted as we walked in and sat really quick. We joined their new rewards program on our last Benihana visit and it was great to get the $50 coupon for my birthday that you can use any day of the week! I got the chateaubriand and my boyfriend went for the ribeye Wagyu. Our chef was great! He was super entertaining, funny and the food was delicious! This has been one of our best experiences at a Benihana and would highly recommend to anyone! The onion soup is always a nice starter with the refreshing salad. The chicken hibachi rice is for sure good for the soul! Our steaks were cooked perfectly, but my bfs also had a really nice presentation! read more

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KP was our chef.. and he was amazing!! My family and I have been going here for family gatherings and birthdays close to 30 years, they have almost always been consistent in their service and food. It does take some time but if you're happy to sit there and enjoy food being cooked in front of you as a form of entertainment, this is a great way to enjoy an evening or special event. Chicken fried rice is amazing, don't skip it. read more

Service 5/5 today Ambiance 4/5 Food 4.5/5! Restroom 2/5 Food was amazing, service was great, oh but the restroom smells really awful. You walk in and it's just bad the whole time inside. Something needs to be done about that. But besides that? Jorge and James ? 5/5 the entire way. They made our experiences memorable and they checked on us, offered us refills, told us about those new dipping sauces wow! That lobster sauce woo! 5/5 hot honey? Wow that was good too. Overall 4/5! read more

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Terrible management team, especially Joe. I had a voucher for $25, upon which no one told me had an expiration date I had received from a survey. The manager tried to convince me it was a voucher that had been "expired", when minutes after, together we looked at my benefits account (that I had just created today) and as I thought there was no voucher linked to the account. How can one come dine at Benihana expecting a $25 voucher be denied any redemption due to a managers lack of commitment to his employers empty promises. His ultimate response was that he had no idea where the voucher had come from hence could not redeem it. This is weird because in the same sentence, he acknowledged the email came directly from their headquarters for completing a survey back in March. Again, Joe claimed that he did not work for the corporation of Benihana and instead worked for 'this store only,' which logically does not make sense. How can one not be responsible for his own business's promise, claiming he is individually separate from Benihana themselves? For this kind of service and the ticket they charge, this restaurant shouldn't be recognized for anything. Nonetheless, very kind chefs, but very poor management team, one that simply disappoints all guests who pay an average of $100+ per person to dine here. read more

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I recently placed a curbside pickup order at Benihana because my young child was asleep in the car, and I appreciated that curbside pickup was offered as an option. Unfortunately, the experience was more difficult than it needed to be. I needed to provide a simple special instruction regarding my curbside pickup, but there wasn't a way to do so when placing my order online. When I called the restaurant, I was first connected to an AI team member, which was unable to help with my request. I was then transferred to a call center before finally being transferred to the restaurant so I could speak with a manager. For such a simple request, the process felt unnecessarily complicated and time-consuming. It would be much more convenient if customers could either leave special instructions during online checkout or speak directly with the restaurant when they have a question about an existing order. I was also very disappointed with the soup I received. I paid $8 for the traditional onion soup, but the container was only a little over half full. I've attached a photo because I was honestly surprised when I opened it. For an $8 item, I expected to receive a full serving. Instead, it felt like I received significantly less than what I paid for. I've always enjoyed Benihana, which is why this experience was especially disappointing. My concern isn't simply the portion size--it's that the value I received didn't match what I paid for. As a loyal customer, I hope you'll take this feedback seriously and review both the curbside communication process and the consistency of your takeout portions so future customers have a better experience. Thank you for taking the time to read my feedback. I appreciate your attention and hope you'll consider these suggestions. read more

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Food was good but the cook was so focused on getting the food done didnot really have a fun presentation

Food and service was amazing. Our chef Kevin Tse was beyond amazing!! Usually when I order steak and tell them a temperature, they tend to get it wrong. I get it they're cooking multiple things at once. But Chef Kevin did great!!! My filet mignon came out exactly how I told him to. He was super friendly and he remembered every detail of each persons entree. If you visit Anaheim location, ask for Kevin! read more

Service was great I did take out food was hot when I got it. I really don't want to leave a bad review. I just want them to know the hibachi fried was below standards. I paid extra for. Mushy greasy and I have never seen chicken like this before. Seems to be missing ingredients as well. Have to post here because there is no way to contact you directly read more

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