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Chicken Hibachi
Val S.

Ordered takeout from here. Portions were huge for the chicken hibachi. Lots of chicken and vegetables and plenty of rice. The miso soup was delicious as well. Lots of great options on their menu.

Lo mein and fish tofu
Yura G.

This place had a weird smell to it, but decided to dine in regardless. The girl up front was a bit off. We walked in and asked questions since we are vegan and she kinda seemed as if she was annoyed by it or didn't understand what was being said. We ordered fish tofu, plain lo mein and a side of white rice. She mistakenly ordered rice with eggs and we couldn't eat it, but when I told her if we can please have white rice, she looked at me as if it was my fault. Anyways, the lady up front told the cook to change it to white rice only. I hope that she changes up her attitude because the food was delicious and I would go back. However, I treat people accordingly. Delicious food, rude girl. Everyone is entitled to feel what they feel, but never take it out on a customer.

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Definitely some of the worst food I've ever eaten. The steak was so gross and slimy and the noodles were dry and had no flavor

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Probably the worst hibatchi I have ever had. The steak is not even steak, the rice was over seasoned. Egg rolls were undercooked!

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Not true Hibachi, more like Chinese food false advertisement. Food is decent if you want Chinese food but don't call it hibachi.

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Took a large party (13 guests) for a college graduation celebration on a Saturday at 1pm. We had an…read moreamazing experience! Can't say enough positive things about the food and the service! Food portions were generous and very delicious! Our server was so kind, courteous and professional! And our hibachi chef was FANTASTIC! He was so funny & entertaining! Everything was literally perfect! Highly recommend Kobe Steakhouse for your next dining experience!

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