We've been coming here for years and came back after 4 years to celebrate a birthday. We were…read moreseated right on time, and it's always nice seeing the owner present and involved. Unfortunately, this visit didn't live up to what we remembered. Being given plastic utensils while dining in was surprising, especially at this price point. The service and food were just okay, and the "miso soup" was actually plain chicken broth, which was disappointing and unexpected. Overall, it didn't feel like the same experience we used to enjoy. I hope this is taken as constructive criticism, as we'd love to see the quality return to what it once was.

Let me start off by saying in their defense, my party of 6 did not have reservations and it was…read moreValentine's Day. We waited almost 40 minutes to be seated, which wasn't a problem because we had a birthday girl who chose this dinner, no biggie. However, once we were seated at 8-ish our cook didn't get to our table until an hour later. Sure they brought us drinks, salad and miso soup (which was lackluster) so we had to add a bit of soy sauce. Which also wasn't a big deal. However, we all were so tired by the time the food arrived, we ate and didn't even realize our chef didn't even give us a performance. Although the food was good, I literally and genuinely feel like I robbed and held hostage and paid them for $400 for it! I just know for future reference whenever someone suggests Teppanyaki it's a HELL NO for me! Uncle loves you though

I hired Chef Jazzii to provide her services while we were hosting a party out of town in Temecula…read more We had 18 guests. She communicated readily prior to our event, via text/calls/email. She arrived promptly the evening of our event and was readily prepared. She and her assistant were very friendly and efficient while navigating through a property even we weren't familiar with (the rental home). I was impressed with her bubbly and positive attitude. It was quite cold that evening -- in the low 40s -- but she put on an incredible show for us. Highly entertaining with her sense of humor, ability to get our guests involved, and her impressive skills at the Teppanyaki grill. And the food tasted great! Chef Jazzii and her assistant also cleaned up and were very considerate of the property. We'd hire her again!

Chef Jazzi and her staff did an absolutely AMAZING job for my small wedding reception over the…read moreweekend. Throughout the planning process, she was super communicative and receptive, and really worked hard to make sure she understood exactly what I was looking for in terms of decorations. The set up turned out absolutely beautiful. The food was delicious. Her various activities were an absolute blast! Her staff was totally on top of things, and everyone loved them. My guests said it was the best wedding reception they had ever been to, and those that Hudson Teppanyaki shows before said this one blew the others out of the water!! We loved her so much we even had her join us in the group photo. On top of it all, her prices are super reasonable!! I can't recommend Chef Jazzi highly enough!!!!

Great service, staff food!!!!! My family had a great time, granddad and sister and brothers,…read morecousins, Great service, staff food!!!!! My family had a great time, granddad and sister and brothers, cousins,

Strange experience... from the wait staff being overheard talking to the sushi counter workers…read moreabout other tables, for example, "those customers were so cheap," to the host beating on a drum as they walked to me my table and when I asked what this symbolized, she laughed and told me, "I have no idea." The food here is just so-so. The biggest disappointment came from my yakisoba dish, because it wasn't yakisoba at all. The pasta they used is a flat noodle that tasted just like the barilla linguine pasta that I buy at the grocery store and cook with tomato sauce. I asked my waiter about this and they confirmed that the restaurant recently changed the recipe and no longer use real yakisoba noodles anymore, and instead use Italian pasta. What a disappointment! I also ordered the wagyu and lobster. The wagyu was cooked to my liking, but lacked any seasoning and there were a few pieces that were just 100% fat which I do not enjoy. This is not what wagyu is known for and not what I paid a premium for. The lobster was also a tiny portion. For a $27 upcharge, I expected more than the three small chunks I received. The salmon skin hand roll was very nice tasting, although it fell apart almost immediately. The ikura sushi tasted old and didn't have that crisp popping texture that this dish is known for. I was debating weather to try his restaurant or return to Sakura in La Cañada Flintridge and I deep regret my decision to eat at Shogun. My bill came out to about $130 and the only thing I really enjoyed was the rice and onion soup. And although I brought up my concerns to the staff, no accommodations were offered. Go try Sakura instead of Shogun! Although gas prices right now are extremely high, it is worth driving 15 minutes from Pasadena to get a much better experience again Sakura in LCF.

The pro: the ambiance and service was on par. The con:…read more there was no magic show, the food was salty, and the price was way too high. Overall, it was my first and probably my last. The ambiance is better than Benihana but the food tastes better at Benihana, at half the price.

Food amazing! Kassandra provided the best service and Matt's cooking, sooooo good!! Ambiance super…read morehip but chill upscale. And yummy drinks! Cheers!!

Best Hibachi spot in Los Angeles for the price Vast…read moreselection and great flavor be sure to ask for that garlic butter!!!!

Great portions at an even better price!…read more Located in a small shopping center with plenty of parking (always a plus in LA). Paid around $11-$13 per plate which is great considering Teppanyaki is usually $18+ anywhere else. The gentleman who I'm assuming was the owner was very nice and attentive. Food had great taste and was made to order!

Really good, quick and easy hibachi food to go!…read more HOWEVER - as someone who's been coming here since they opened, it's been rough seeing how steep the prices have gone up in the time being. I understand that people are still willing it pay for the food (because it's good) but $20 for a meal after everything gets tiring after a point, especially for loyal customers. For some people, that's fine. Others might not have that, though, or can't be as frequent. They also have started charging $0.50 for soy sauce or any type of sauce on the side. Ambiance is in the middle of smack downtown LOS ANGELES. Right next to Bossa Nova, Chipotle, an abandoned theatre, and a lot of student living for FIDM and USC - you truly are sitting in the middle of a little bit of chaos. There is a parking lot adjacent, however you need to pay. Street parking is free subject to day. No bathroom, and no bathroom at Chipotle either. A good go-to and a spot I regularly come back to. I recommend as a good spot to grab food to-go!

Thanks Lizzy for everything! Amazing service and the food was delicious. Definitely will be back…read moresoon.

Amazing food great chefs…read more Filet minion was weary taste with fried rice Salsa matcha is boom :) Friendly hospitality

Hands down great quality. Flavors we spot on with all teppanyaki places we frequent. Only low point…read morewas the 1.5 hour wait for the food and the $400 my wife spent at TJ maxx while we were waiting. I will be back but may order online so we don't have to wait. Portions were huge!!!

Very unique and fun food with classic Japanese taste! The warm plates on the tables are fun…read more Service was attentive and fast.

It's located in the heart of Little Tokyo in LA. There is…read moreample of paid public parking around the area. Let ms start with "this is my first tome trying an okinomiyaki" and i have been curious prior to trying on. I ordered the Chinchikurin okinomiyaki and my gosh, i dont know how I visited Japan 2x and this is the first time eating it. The Chinchikurin was hella good!!! Like order one and try it!! I ate the whole thing by myself . My hubbs was there just for props so I wont feel too embarrassed eating it all by myself. I also ordered their takoyaki original. And I ate that alone aswell. I just love this. and will definitely be coming back. Service was quick, they were available and always checking if you are ok. i appreciate the hot grill keeping food warm. Warm food is a must. Ambiance was giving Japan vibe where you sit down with friends and enjoy okinomiyaki with friends. Enough space between tables where you dont have to be elbowing the person next table. Overall. I enjoy the food, the service and the places.

We visited Nanban-kan tonight and had such a fantastic experience from beginning to end…read more Even though we arrived earlier than our reservation time, we were seated immediately despite the restaurant being completely packed. Right away, you could tell this place is run with professionalism and care. The owner himself, dressed sharply in a beautiful suit, personally greeted and seated us with such kindness and politeness. We ordered the Edamame, Shiromi (Chilean Sea Bass), Yaki Onigiri with Salmon, grilled corn on the cob, Australian lamb, and the Onigiri -- every single dish was delicious, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. The sea bass was especially phenomenal, buttery and perfectly cooked. The Yaki Onigiri had an incredible crisp texture with amazing flavor, and the lamb was tender, juicy, and cooked perfectly. Our main server, Ako, was absolutely wonderful. She had such a radiant smile and calming yet upbeat energy that made the whole dining experience feel warm and welcoming. Although multiple staff members helped throughout the evening, everyone worked together seamlessly and attentively. One thing that really stood out was how incredibly hardworking and detail-oriented the entire staff is. Nothing goes unnoticed. Empty plates are cleared immediately, tables are kept spotless at all times, and the service flows so smoothly from one dish to the next. Even with the open kitchen concept, the ventilation is excellent -- you somehow leave without smelling like food, which is impressive. The owner also deserves recognition because he truly leads by example. He wasn't just standing around supervising -- he was constantly walking around, helping staff, serving tables, observing details, and making sure everything ran perfectly. Also worth mentioning: the bathrooms were exceptionally clean, which honestly says a lot about a restaurant. Fantastic food, outstanding service, beautiful energy, and an incredibly well-run restaurant overall. We will definitely be back.

Tony (owner) is there every day to ensure operation runs smoothly. And there seems to be quite a…read morebit of regulars because I noticed Tony would greets them by their name and open arm. The hostess is always welcoming while the wait staff is attentive. Expect a slight bit of wait if you don't have a reservation but it's well worth it. We usually ask for bar seating because we enjoy watching them grill. To start, we get the Ochazuke, check the chalkboard for any specials and order some sake/beer while we browse through the menu. Honestly, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu.

We were a group of 6 with two kids, and Farouk was very friendly, patient, and attentive-especially…read morewith the kids as we encouraged them to order on their own. He made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. When one of the kids accidentally dropped his birthday ice cream dessert, Farouk immediately brought out a new one, which we really appreciated. He even gave the kids memorabilia cups, which made their day. The kids really had fun and enjoy birthday celebration there.

Can't believe I'm writing a review for Benihana lol but here we are. Came to get a $200 gift card…read morefor someone who requested it. Waited 30 minutes before leaving without a gift card. The hostesses said only the manager knew how to do gift cards despite them running a literal gift card promotion and having a giant sign for it right in the entry way. They said they would ask the manager to come out of the back multiple times, but every time they returned to the hostess stand they just ignored me instead of saying something like, "I let the manager know you're waiting." So literally no clue if they even told the manager or not but I got tired of standing in the crowded entrance. Big zero stars from me and what you would expect from a literal Benihana chain.