(more like 3.8 stars)…read more very fun place for a special occasion! get a performance and solid food. I always love the fried rice at teppanyaki places and we got to try their noodles (a new dish they are trying out). The shrimp and chicken were a little overcooked but flavorful. I also loved the veggies. Our waitress was nice but got a lot of our drinks wrong. Loved our chef though! He said he has been here since 2007, he put on a fun show for us. Overall a great place for a special occasion and fun for a bigger group.

We have been loyal, regular customers at Shogun for about 10 years, which makes writing this review…read moreespecially disappointing. When we first started coming, the manager was wonderful. He always greeted us and made a point of checking in on the tables throughout the restaurant. He genuinely seemed to care about the customers and their experience. We noticed he was no longer there during our last few visits and found out he had moved to another location. We were bummed, but we continued coming because Shogun had been a family favorite for years. Unfortunately, our last two visits have completely changed how we feel about this restaurant. We came the first week of June to celebrate my son's graduation. We brought our two kids, along with our nieces and nephews, several of whom had never been before. We had talked up the experience so much, and the kids were incredibly excited. Instead, the music at our table did not work, and our chef did absolutely nothing besides stand there and cook. No interaction, no entertainment, nothing that makes a teppanyaki dinner feel special. I mentioned to management how disappointing it was, especially since we were there celebrating with five kids. I was told it was because the music was not working. What was frustrating was that they apparently already knew the music at that table was not working and still seated us there. We decided to give Shogun another chance this week for my son's 10th birthday. This time, we specifically asked to be seated where the music worked because we wanted to celebrate him and avoid what happened during our last visit. We were seated, served our soups, salads, and drinks, and then discovered the music at that table did not work either. We had to move to another table with all of our food and drinks. Then the chef arrived and, what do you know, the music stopped working again. We listened to the same 20-second portion of a techno song on repeat for the entire dinner. But the music was not the real problem. We realized it was the same chef we had during our graduation dinner, and unfortunately, I now believe this is simply how he does it. Music or no music, there was almost no effort to make the experience fun or engaging. He did not even do the simple things the kids look forward to, like the heart-shaped rice or the onion train. Meanwhile, the chef at the table next to us was still entertaining and engaging with his guests even without music. The difference was impossible not to notice. We had made it very clear that we were celebrating our son's 10th birthday. We waited after dinner for someone to sing to him, but nothing happened. We had already paid and were just sitting there waiting. My son was getting so tired he was starting to fall asleep at the table. Eventually, I had to get up and find someone to ask if they were going to sing to him. The service was also disappointing. Our server barely came by, and our drinks sat empty for a long time. We did not get refills until after the chef had already finished and left. We did not complain that night because it was our son's birthday, and we did not want to spend his celebration arguing or becoming even more frustrated. But after reading other recent reviews, it seems we are not the only longtime customers who feel Shogun is not what it once was. Ironically, before our graduation dinner in June, a friend told us he had recently gone and had an awful experience with his chef. He encouraged us not to go. We assumed he had just had bad luck, and because our son wanted to celebrate his graduation at Shogun, we went anyway. Unfortunately, we should have listened. The next time our kids ask for teppanyaki, we plan to give Benihana a try. I truly hope we have a better experience there. I would not recommend coming to this Shogun for a birthday, graduation, or special celebration right now. After two disappointing celebrations in a row, we left feeling frustrated instead of happy. I do want to mention that Shogun has one server who is absolutely amazing. If you are a regular, you probably know exactly who she is and how wonderful she is. Unfortunately, we did not have her during either of our last two visits. At this point, she would be the only reason we would consider returning, and only if we could be guaranteed a table in her section. After 10 years of being loyal customers, it is genuinely sad to feel this way about a place our family once loved.

We had an amazing experience at Benihana, and a big part of that was our chef, Ray! From the moment…read morehe started cooking, he brought great energy and made everyone at the table feel included. He acknowledged our special occasion and made it even more memorable. Ray has such a positive vibe that even if you walked in having a bad day, you'd leave smiling. His personality, professionalism, and entertaining cooking style made the entire experience fun and enjoyable for everyone. Thank you, Ray, for making our celebration so special. We can't wait to come back! #Benihana #GreatService #AmazingChef #MemorableExperience #FiveStars

Food was amazing and perfect. Service was 10/10 Chris was amazing. Jes was amazing as well they…read morewere both hands on. Ambiance was 10/10 great time Very good and great time. Mangers were great at as well

A5 Wagyu beef was amazing , melts in your mouth, and the atmosphere is perfect for a date night or…read morejust a normal gathering. we were served by sherry and she was extremely helpful and helped us understand and let us know all the perks and benefits of our order. Will definitely recommend this place to any meat lovers

First time trying this place and I'll definitely be back. Great quality meats and fast service!…read more Regen and Lulu were amazing!

We came here for my wife's birthday tonight. The server was quick to seat us for our reservation…read more We got the Trio and the kids got chicken and shrimp. It was the kids' first time here and they really enjoyed the food and seeing the chef cook and perform in front of them. We enjoyed our time and the food. Another great experience here!

I came here solo only because I had to use my Amex Platinum's quarterly $100 Resy credit before it…read moreexpired. My reservation was for 8:15 PM. I arrived at 8:10 but wasn't seated until 8:30. Once seated, it took another 10+ minutes before anyone came to take my order. The restaurant smelled greasy and stale, and the décor looked like it hadn't been updated in over a decade. I ordered the six-course dinner, chicken fried rice and a cocktail, but honestly, the food wasn't worth nearly $100 per person. I've had better-tasting meals at Panda Express. Well, I went there for the "teppanyaki entertainment", so taste is not my major concern. But the teppanyaki chef at my table put in very little effort, while the chef at the next table was far more engaging and entertaining. The shrimp sizes were all over the place, almost like they were mixing prawns with regular shrimp. I ordered my steak medium, but it came out medium-rare. Since steak was the last course, the chef had already left by the time I started eating, so there was no chance to have it fixed. The only things I genuinely enjoyed were the cocktail and the ice cream. Unfortunately, they weren't enough to justify the price or the overall experience.

Hello, my name is Alfred & Irma we enjoy having lunch & dinner the owner Mr. Mori treats us with…read moregreat service and staff professional chefs the food is excellent. I've been dining for approximately 25 years. and beyond., I highly recommend.Mori Teppan Grill excellent food and services., Enjoy good food good service. We have fun all the time,. easy parking great location.. Our favorite dish, lobster, shrimp, filet mignon, fried rice, mushrooms, veggies house, soup, our favorite professional chef Mr. Howe all the chefs are professionals & waiters Quick, service they treat us with a smile & like family. That's the atmosphere that you feel., Our favorite restaurant.. I gave it 5 stars. They're the best for dining.

Delicious food. Steak and Shrimp were good choice. Fun place. Big thank you to the Chef who was…read morevery entertaining and friendly to our group. Relaxing vibes. Good for celebrating

Came here for dinner on Father's Day. Very busy but we knew that. Ordered a couple combos and the…read morefood was good. Good enough we came back for lunch a few days later. The owner and I shared a brief discussion when I tried to buy the salad dressing from the restaurant. He ended up giving me some to take home which was generous. The quantity and quality of the food here is solid. There isn't much we don't like about this place. The lunch prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. We will likely return just for lunch as the prices are right. This is a clean restaurant with an attentive staff and a fun environment. Looking forward to coming back here again to try something different.

Came here today and ordered the Kobe Shabu. I really enjoyed the flavor of the soup base, and the…read morevegetables tasted fresh. The beef was good, but it didn't seem as tender as other Kobe beef I've had before. The service was fair overall. Unfortunately, the A/C was broken during our visit, so it was really hot and muggy inside. Overall, it was an okay experience with some good food, but there are a few things that could be improved.

We have been going to Tokyo Wako in Pasadena for many years now and have great memories. Since I…read moreheard that one closed down permanently and I was in Monrovia, I found location 5 minutes away from the hotel that I was staying at and decided to go there. The timing was perfect. A friend of mine, Laura and her husband Ternaded lived closeby. Arcadia, to be exact. We met up there and got a very nice welcome from the host by the name of Leilani. She took us to the grill where they make Teppanyaki food. It's very similar to Benihana style. We were seated with another wonderful family and enjoyed our time together. Got to know each other and had a nice conversation. I ordered their Cut Spicy Tuna Roll, (15.25), Tokyo Imperial (52.50), which came with Miso Soup, Salad with their yummy ginger dressing, Shrimp, healthy sautéed vegetables and Filet Mignon. Asked for medium-rare, and Chicken Fried Rice (5.00), I don't know why they charge for the rice? I also got one of my favorite cocktails..Piña Colada (11.00). William was our server along with Linda. They were both kind and sweet. Our chef Luis made all of us a PERFECT MEAL! He was a bit quiet, but did a FANTASTIC JOB! Place was kind of empty for a Saturday night. The reason for that is that they close at 9pm. They also have a lunch menu. Since we got there at 8pm, we were being a bit rushed. Not their fault, rules are rules and we need to follow them. Everything tasted above and beyond everybody's expectations! Fresh and delicious. Thank you Tokyo Wako and staff. Will definitely return when I am in the area!!!!!

We were just there yesterday and the food was delicious. But, what stood out was the little lady…read morewho was serving the drinks, taking order etc. very sweet and attentive. Garlic edamame and the filet mignon and shrimp were delicious. The chicken fried rice with the yum yum sauce is a must. The outside and inside decor are nice and there's koi fish!! :)

this was my first ever experience at hibachi and it was amazing. the staff were really friendly and…read morethe area was very clean! definitely a place i will continue to recommend

First time at Habachihana Grill and we were very impressed! The New York steak bowl and chicken…read morebowl were both phenomenal. The sauces are also delicious and add an extra touch of flavor, though the food is great on its own. Lizette at the register was super friendly and welcoming, and the seating area has a really nice vibe. Great food, great service, and a great overall experience. Highly recommend--we'll definitely be back!