Share(901) 683-7390
912 Ridge Lake Blvd
Memphis,
TN
38120
35.1077
-89.8678
Neighborhood: River Oaks/Kirby/Balmoral
What People Are Saying About Benihana
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Citysearch
In Short – Benihana started out as a tiny four-table restaurant in New York City's theater district before becoming an international chain. Diners sit around large tables where chefs ostentatiously chop, slice, stir-fry and grill. Entree options are simple--shrimp, chicken, steak and scallops--and preparation is uniform. Every entree comes with a similar stock of sides: rice, onion soup, shrimp appetizer, iceberg lettuce drizzled with dressing, sauteed vegetables and green tea.
02/02/09
Poor Presentation
by saxplyr at Citysearch
The Memphis Benihana was a huge disappointment. Our chef didn't do any of the knife-juggling, fire-burning tricks that you typically see in Japanese teppanyaki restaurants. The food was ok, but not great, especially considering the price. The drinks were good. It was extremely crowded b/c they were overbooked. We waited for a half-hour despite having reservations. The Benihana is Chicago is 10 times better. I would recommend Shogun if you are looking for a good Japanese restaurant in Memphis.
- Pros: Good drinks
- Cons: Chefs don't do many tricks. Food only average.
03/16/08
Burnt to the Ground
by roinn at Citysearch
I sat atop the ruins and drank champagne. Not the best place for good eats and good company, though...as it's no more than a pile of wreckage right now.
02/24/07
Poor Customer Service, Go to KYOTO!
by markwest1 at Citysearch
I called Benihana to make a reservation. We (Party of 12) were so looking forward to eating there. We haven't been since they remodeled. After I made the reservation, I was told if anyone was late they would start without us and then we could only do 4 separate checks. Since we would have 2 tables and 6 couples I couldn't believe they way I was being treated. I told him we could eat somewhere else, we didn' t want to cause them to much trouble. He said "OK". Obviously they have forgotten the golden rule of "The customer comes firstf" and they have way to much business! I would recommend KYOTO in Olive Branch, MS. The attitude of the staff is A1 and the food is just as good, if not better!
- Pros: Food
- Cons: Service, Attituide towards customer!
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Family Style Dining, Business Dining, Group Dining, Carry Out
