Bonsai is a fun place. There's a place for sitting hibachi meals or traditional tables. We sat at the traditional table. The Fiji Apple sake was delicious. It's dangerous because it's so sweet and you don't taste the alcohol lol We enjoyed our crab puffs, sushi and hibachi steak meal. I love the seasoned steak with fried rice, veggies and house salad. I enjoyed talking to our waitress but she was very busy since it was only her and another waitress present and she had to take the to go orders as well as the hibachi meals. This was a lovely meal and will come back. read more

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Came after a workout during happy hour! Hibachi salmon for $11 bucks. Don't mind if I do. Crab puff (4) are cooked to perfection. Crispness outside and creamy tasty inside for $5 bucks. I'll definitely order again. Spring rolls (4) for $5 Everything was excellent Lunch special ends at 2:30 read more

The chef Shawn made it an amazing experience. He made the time enjoyable and was very interactive. He made sure all the kids enjoyed their time. We will definitely be back. Thank you Shawn for making Mother's Day special for my Mom. read more

Bonsai - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Tried Bonsai at a food event in Sugarland (suhoor for Ramadan near gyro hut). We got the hibachi rice and chicken teriyaki- amazing taste 10/10 Service was busy but still quick the food was made fresh on spot read more

The hibachi is great here!!! I had the shrimp, steak fried rice, veggies with double zucchini!!! I loved it! I was surprised that there was no one in here tho. With so many great reviews, I thought there would be more people, however, I enjoyed my time there and will definitely bring my family next time. The service was good. Nice friendly faces. . Just like I like it!! read more

Bonsai - Lunch - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

This was our first time there and I was very impressed. The chef was amazing, he put on a great show and had such a fun personality. He made the cooking look so easy, yet the flavors were so delicious. I want to say that it was the best tasting and tender steak I have ever eaten. I got the deluxe bonsai that included, steak, chicken and shrimp. My daughter got the steak and lobster and it was less money than I thought it would cost. Every thing was excellent and I highly recommend this place for the food, the price, and the ambience. The staff were very friendly and welcoming too. I plan to return very soon. read more

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my favorite hibachi place in houston. their flavors are reminiscent to what i grew up on before moving to houston their onion soup is a must have i love their hibachi stay home specials, cheapest in town honestly when other places are charging $20 just for a chicken dinner, bonsai charges $13.95 online read more

Found this place by accident trying to take the wife out to dinner. Great service, food was awesome. The fried rice is the bomb! Definitely coming back. read more

Bonsai - Hibachi Deluxe - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

The building looks small on the outside but the inside is actually a little bit bigger than it looks! We were sat with one other party that came about 30 min after we did, so we had to wait a little to have our meal. Our drinks, sushi, soups, & salads were brought out and were fresh. I had both miso and onion soup and enjoyed both. The shaggy dog roll was excellent! I contemplated getting another one. I got the hibachi deluxe meal and our chef was excellent! Everything was cooked well & the rice was delicious! Sometimes rice can be a hit or miss at hibachi, so I must say... this one was a hit! We enjoyed the experience and quality of food. Service was a little slower, but we enjoyed our time there. Would recommend! read more

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Omg! This place so close to my house and I just found out! It's hidden gem for sure! The atmosphere is not that impressive but the food is! Definitely must try the Samurai and their fried rice tho. I loved it and will come back with bigger group for sure! read more

Bonsai - Lychee martini - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I always order the kobe steak entree cooked to a medium temp and I get perfectly tender, melt-in-your-mouth bite sized pieces every time. The fried rice is so flavorful, you don't even need to add soy sauce. The soup and salad appetizers are great too. They are on the smaller side but it's enough for me. I've been here for both hibachi and regular dine-in, and the service is admittedly hit or miss. The interior (and bathrooms apparently) could use also some work. However, the food always has me coming back so five stars for that. read more

Bonsai - Kobe Steak (7 oz.) - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

My favorite hibachi restaurant in Houston! I love how friendly and entertaining the chefs are and how much they interact with us while cooking. My kids love this place and always want to come here and see the "fire show". Can't wait until they open their Sugar Land location! read more

Good food. Good service. We had the whole table to ourselves. I just wish they had dessert included as well. read more

Bonsai - Doing his thing - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

The service was subpar, the sides were below average, the Hibachi chef seemed bored during their act but pushed through. Would go back again :/ read more

Great food. Always great service and quality of food. Love going here for the halal service.

Came in with my family to support them during COVID season and was impressed with the safety measures they took. Servers and chefs all wore masks, tableware has been replaced with disposable ones, and we were given our own hibachi table without having to share with another group. As for the food, it was wonderful as always. Our hibachi chef was so entertaining and professional. I got the hibachi steak with fried rice and it was perfectly cooked. Sushi was fresh as well. It was a lovely experience overall. read more

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Service was really good, the server herself was sweet and understanding, quantity of rice was less on one side of our party and it was a bit salty on one side, we were a party of 18, but overall they did good! And took care of us, it is halal if that is a concern for you. They could renovate and improve on ambiance . Since we came 45 min away to dine with them for my mom bday. Other then that it was a good night with good food. P.s get the steak! Made with perfection, chicken is basic. Shrimps really good! read more

I ordered to go and when it arrived the sushi is very fresh and flavorful. No complaints whatsoever. The only thing that happened was that I was given the wrong sushi. I ordered yellowtail tuna and was given blue fin. Blue fin is good, I just wanted what I ordered. That's the only reason I give them 3 stars. Other than that it was tasty! read more

The place had good ratings, so I stopped in for an early dinner on a Saturday. Restaurant was pretty empty. Requested hibachi seating for 2, but was told they had reservations coming so no hibachi was available. No problem, we could come a different day. Asked what the hours were for Sunday and the hostess said she did not know. I confirmed by repeating the question of the restaurant hours, and she said she did not know. She did not attempt to check. As we left, I read the hours on the door of the restaurant. The lack of service from the hostess will keep me from returning. read more

We went in pretty late but no one gave us a rude look and instead they stayed open for us half an hour past closing (despite there being no other customers), now that's some great customer service right there! We had the chicken fried rice, shushi rolls (white tuna roll comes with salad), hibachi rib eye steak(comes with fried or steamed rice and soup). All of these items were absolutely delicious! And filling. Highly recommend the fried rice and sushi rolls for sure. Definitely will be back! (And on time) read more

We went here for a birthday party and it was the first time when we have visited the place. Food was good, service was good and the cook did a good show but..... there is always a "but". When you are having a good time you are not paying much attention and I think they should point that out. They brought the check, I give them the CC and I wrote the tip and signed. Well, the tip was already included and at a more than $400 bill, there is quite a tip. I am a business owner too and I think you should inform the customers when you charge them for something that they have not asked for ( since is my decision if I want and how much to tip) read more

Great food and great service. A lot of food for the money you pay. Quick service friendly staff

Ordered the Filet Hibachi rare. The meat was medium well If I'm being generous but was more on the well side. Tough and chewy even though it was Filet mignon. Small portion for $35 Hibachi rice and the soup had very little flavor. Chocolate mousse cake was dry and flakey. Not worth the money. I did not ask for a refund but I will not be back. read more

We usually come here every Wednesday for Happy Hour, last visit was November 13, 2019. We had a large variety of Nigiri containing Salmon, Squid, Smelt Roe and Yellowtail - they were all between $1 and $1.50. I also had a Miso Soup to start with. The service is very friendly and very welcoming, we love to be recognized as a repeat customer. We usually just sit at the bar, if you bring kids they may be excited by the big fish tank in the center of the restaurant. There's an own private parking lot right in front of the restaurant. You won't be able to see it from the main road, so just gps it. There are more fancy Sushi places in the Galleria area but we really enjoy the family atmosphere. Personally I think there are more people taking out food than sitting and dine in. We can't wait for next Wednesday!!! read more

Bonsai - Visit on 11/13/2019: Happy Hour -- Nigiri (6 pcs Salmon, 2 pcs Squid, Ginger, Wasabi, 4 pcs Smelt Roe, 2 pcs Yellowtail) - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

It was our first time at Bonsai and we were very impressed! The service was great. It was definitely our first time trying out every single food that was served to us so the waitress was kind and patient explaining all dishes. Our new go to place! read more

Bonsai - Shrimp and Vegetables Tempura - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Excellent tasty meats. The beef is especially tender. The fact that it's halal means the meat is humanely processed-- a big deal nowadays. Great for families, birthdays at the hibachi table. Great, convenient location. Friendly chef. The grills could be a little cleaner around the edges. The exhausts should be turned on earlier at the same time as the grills especially with all the hype about gas flame fumes. Otherwise, our family loves it and has been back many times. read more

If you're looking to eat halal steak or even enjoy a hibachi, go to Bonsai. Extremely exuberant restraunt, and their food is flavorful, juicy, and mouthwatering. Their complimentary soup and salad are A1 appetizers. Best Shaggy Dawg Sushi I've had. Definitely an experience. Danrates: 9/10 House Delight with shrimp & Fried Rice ~ $30.95 Kobe Steak ~ $31.95 Shaggy Dog Roll ~ $12.95 Follow me on Instagram: @Danhafeats read more

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What a fun night at Bonsai Fusion Japanese Steakhouse. Wednesdat night we arrived and asked to be seated at the bar so that we could enjoy our dinner and the Astros baseball game. Although the bar was quite full they made accomodations for us. We ordered a really nice bottle of wine and ordered appetizers, sushi and sushi rolls from the Happy Hour (All Day) menu. Service was outstanding and the restuarant is very clean. We were never "rushed out" but encouraged to enjoy our evening. Favorite local sushi/steakhouse restuarant! read more

Chicken friend rice is mmaamzing & the chicken crunchy roll! I don't like seafood so this are my goto when my husband orders his sushi!

This maybe the only halal hibachi in all of the United States so I don't have anything to compare it with. I was very satisfied with the taste. The Kobe beef and filet were the best. Would be nice to have something like this in Chicago. read more

Bonsai - Chicken teriyaki, Kobe beef, filet mignon - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

Terrible new chef- I have been here more than a dozen times and always get hibachi so its safe to say I KNOW HOW THINGS ARE SUPPPOSED TO BE DONE. We got a new chef on this trip (Eller Villareal) and I immediately told him I wanted mild fried rice but my husband wanted his rice spicy. So he goes and gets a bottle or sriracha and puts it right by my husbands plate. Ok?? I thought maybe he didnt hear me so I said again my husband wants the chile oil in his rice. So he says they have to do that in back. Huh? My husband then says we always get it done this way so the chef says yes but they chile oil is in the back kitchen. Ok? So does he wants us to go get it? So he asks waitress to get and again he puts it by my husband. This time I'm just annoyed so I leave it alone. Next he starts our meat, shrimp and vegetables. He focuses on meat and the shrimp is on grill the whole time. Now shrimp is supposed to be appetizer and doesn't take long to cook. Well we got shrimp AFTER steak. It was rubbery and over cooked. Secondly they give these two sauces with meat. We got our meat and i asked waitress for sauce and she says chef has the sauce and tells him to give. Well it took another 20min after he done with everything to give us sauce. For 2 of us its $60 total to have ribeye hibachi which is a nice chunk of change. I would expect and have gotten better service than this. I think this guy is new but he needs to get it together or find another job because he ruined our meal. read more

Bonsai - Yummy filet mignon! - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

We ordered take out and it was super awesome. Did not go in for Habachi experience but the food to go was just as fresh. They have take home specials too read more

I grew up in Cypress and have been going to Bonsai for over 20 years. Today was the worst experience, service wise, I have ever had at Bonsai, or any restaurant honestly. 1. Waitress didn't know what beers they had and looked it up on her phone (?) even though the fridge is right there. Also there was difficulty making my lychee champagne. 2. Once the sushi came out, had to wait for someone so we could ask for napkins, chop sticks and soy sauce. 3. Once my food came out, had to wait for someone so I could ask for a fork. 4. I asked if they could turn on the TV as we were sitting at the bar in front of the TV. I asked if they could turn on a sports channel. Waitress had difficulty figuring out how to work the TV and then put on some animal channel showing animals eating and being attacked. I asked the waiter if he could please change it to something sports related. Waitress goes, "WHATTTT DON'T CHANGE IT." I said, "I specifically asked for a sports channel and do not want to watch dead animals while eating." The manager ended up coming over to change it because nobody knows how to work the TV. 5. Speaking of that, 90% of the time the waitress was sitting at the end of the bar, on her phone texting, with a sprite and a drink umbrella. Even when customers came in she did not put away her phone. This was right in front of where the manager sits. I do not know why a manager would allow such unprofessional behavior. I have worked at a few restaurants and that would not be allowed. 6. We ordered two pieces of sushi off of the happy hour menu but received two entire rolls so the order was entered in the system wrong. Not a huge deal...but definitely made our bill higher than originally expected. 7. THE KITCHEN MUSIC. OMG. It was blaring. When a song would end, I could hear the TV for 2 seconds, but once the next song came on, you don't hear anything other than the most annoying music in the entire world. 8. When we asked for the check, the waitress gave it to us and stood there until we put up our credit card. Felt rushed and awkward. Even more awkward was after my boyfriend signed and tipped, he kept the check next to him at the bar. The waitress kept coming over and asked us if we were all done because she likely wanted to see the tip. Again, unprofessional. There were a ton of other small things but these were the 8 that bugged me the most. I know the waiter and waitress are probably new, and definitely need a lot of training, such as providing soy sauce and chopsticks with sushi, napkins, fork etc. without having to be asked. I want to give props to the waiter for definitely trying his best and putting in a tremendous amount of effort. I cannot say the same about the waitress. Management, you need to step up, train your staff and get rid of people who make someone who has been going to your restaurant for over 20 years never go back again. read more

Came here because the quality at Benihana is not there anymore. Was so surprised! The shaggy dog roll was fresh and delicious. We had the Bonsai hibachi and the chef was super entertaining and made sure the kids were included. Happy hour has some great deals! Half the price of the big chains and twice as much flavor! Will most definitely be back. read more

Yes, I am a fan I am a regular and I am a customer who totally gets "IT" when the service is great and the food is even better! (1.2 mi from our house) Their happy hour is wonderful ... the place is very small, but hey, they make up for it with superb quality dishes and awesome drink specials! Their sushi is always fresh and comes out fast -- their chicken lettuce wraps (scrumptious) ... I personally always get the same spicy tuna roll over and over again, but don't sleep on their sashimi or any of the other pieces they serve fresh daily! Did I say I was a fan? Yeah. I really am. **Extra bonus... lyche martini or lyche champagne $4** whooooop!! Happy Hour is ALL day on Sundays (that's just phenomenal!) Signed, Bar-top Cryssy, Me read more

Bonsai - Halloween at Bonsai was great fun! - Teppanyaki Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Our usual teppanyaki place was closed so this one was open. It did not disappoint. Food was good, our cook Mario was friendly. Sushi was good and an attentive waitress. I will be back. read more

Stopped and had dinner here while the hubs and I waited for our girls to get out of a concert. We were a little iffy at first from the look of the outside but man I'm so glad we stayed and tried it out. We asked for hibachi seating and got a table to ourselves. Our cook was Mario, super nice and definitely entertained the husband by messing with me a few times. Food was so good. And big portions. I order spicy edamame. Delicious. Fried rice was tasty and the steak was great and so tender. I asked for a cheesecake with no chocolate sauce and I was in heaven. I'm picky about my cheesecake and this sealed my 5 stars. Only thing that makes me sad is I'm not from here so I'll probably never have this place again. Oh AND a I even got a freakin butterscotch candy on the way out! I never find those in the candy baskets so I was a very happy girl!! read more

Disappeared for about 7 years. Been coming here over 12 years before and after. Remains the same just as good and if not.... better with time. Absolute perfect happy hour from all that I can remember and enjoyed. Secret roll that's overwhelming but really good= BAKERY ROLL. And BAkED MUSSELS. Thanks so much for not changing. read more

12/23. Service fine. Hibachi ok. BUT this place needs a cleaning from top to bottom and general maintenance. Please. The booth ripped, lamps have a layer of dust, menus need a cleaning and maybe replacing, sweep, clean the floor. We almost left, it was our first time. If the front of house is like this ugh, what about the back. read more

I wish I could give this review no stars! We went in a group for a nice hibachi dinner for my best friends birthday. The service was horrible. They forgot to give us our soup appetizer. The waiter never came to check on us. I had to get up twice to ask for him. The cook didn't perform the show and we had 2 first timers. The portions were small from the salad to the veggies the chicken/steak. They didn't even sing my friend happy birthday. From beginning to end this place is horrible! Don't waste your time or money. Go to Shogun! The portions are bigger, the quality is better and it's even cheaper for hibachi! When I asked for a manager they said she's busy and it took 15 minutes for a young girl who I don't believe was the manager to come talk to us. She told me the cook has been complained on for not doing a show times prior. She said she would discount our meals. She came back a few minutes later saying the cook told her he did a show for us. I had her bring him out to lie to everyone's face. The girl told me there was some circumstances where she was not able fire that cook so they have to deal with him. We got our tickets, there was no discount and the gratuity was added. We waited 30mins for 10% off. The staff continued to apologize but given how the girl acted and handled the situation, she was not the manager. Ive been going to hibachi dinners for my birthday, friends birthdays and special occasions for over a decade. This was one of the worst experiences I have had. My friends and I definitely will not be returning and I'll make sure everyone knows not to waste their money on this place! read more