Great service and food…read more Oscar the Hibachi Chef was absolutely amazing! The food was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly right in front of us. Everything from the meats to the fried rice and veggies was delicious. Oscar also made the whole experience so much fun. He was entertaining, professional, friendly, and kept everyone laughing while cooking. It wasn't just dinner--it was an entire experience! If you're looking for a hibachi chef for a birthday, celebration, or just a fun night with friends and family, I definitely recommend Oscar. Great food, great energy, and an unforgettable experience. We'll absolutely book him again!

Chef Eric was absolutely amazing! He made our teppanyaki experience so much fun from start to…read morefinish. Not only was the food delicious and cooked perfectly, but his personality, energy, and interaction with the table really made the entire experience memorable. He was entertaining, attentive, and made sure everyone was having a great time. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does, and it shows in both his cooking and the way he engages with his guests. Definitely one of the highlights of our night. If you get the chance, ask for Chef Eric -- you won't be disappointed!

Teppanyaki on Norwegian Escape was one of the best Japanese steakhouses I have experienced, with…read moresome novel tricks displayed by the grill master and including the biggest shrimp I have been served to date on a teppanyaki grill. All aspects of the meal and courses served were very professionally handled, prepared, and presented, from ordering drinks to receiving dessert. The dining room itself is composed of 8 grills that each seat 12, so 96 diners can be served simultaneously, in set seatings. Grill masters wear colorful red hats which at first glance I mistook for Santa caps. Our grill master, like the one at an adjacent grill, was very amiable and animated, and seemed to truly enjoy his job. We began with edamame and hot and thirst-quenching Miso Soup with dashi, tofu, and wakame, quickly followed by a Seaweed Salad with tasty Ginger Dressing. Then a huge portion of Garlic Fried Rice was prepared for 11 diners (only Diane opted for Steamed Rice, which accommodation was graciously granted). To the expressed amusement of all who saw it, my party observed a neighboring grill master attempt to flick an egg into his hat with a metal spatula but loft it too high, so it got stuck instead in the metal hooded vent directly overhead. This was like deja vu for me, because I observed the same result with a different grill master while cruising on the Norwegian Epic 6 years earlier--except with a grilled shrimp instead of an egg. Both grillers reacted to the misadventures good-naturedly, After another unbroken egg was capably propelled by a metal spatula into the top of our grill master's hat, and another uncooked egg was repeatedly hit up into the air like a loose paddle ball until it was speared on the edge of the spatula to crack the egg and drip its contents onto the grill below, a plastic chicken with moving hot feet suddenly appeared on the grill while at least six more eggs were cracked near it. Next, after the fried eggs were fully cooked, they were rolled together to take on the shape of an open-mouthed cobra that was poised to strike with the help of a fork deftly operated by the grill master. Then White Onion, squash, zucchini, and carrots were cooked and chopped on the grill just before proteins including raw Filet Mignon, Jumbo Shrimp, chicken breast, and large scallops were eased onto the hot grill for grilling. The hunks of medium-rare Filet I ordered were buttery and delicious, as were the shrimp, veggies, and Garlic Fried Rice. Separately poured sauces for the meat and seafood enhanced the enjoyment of the meal, as did two extra portions of Garlic Fried Rice that I was given. Diane's request for Teriyaki Sauce was cheerfully granted, and I was also supplied with two cups of hot Green Tea. Dessert was a choice of Green Tea Cake or Fresh Fruit Sashimi. I sampled the former, and found it to be a bit dry; but was greatly pleased with the latter, which included well-trimmed pieces of cantaloupe, honeydew melon, pineapple, watermelon, strawberries, and kiwi served with Coconut & Mango Dipping Sauces. Best of all, the per diner charge for the specialty dining meal just described was only $30.00 plus gratuity, a great deal by any measure!

Great sushi and great Asian cuisines. A variety of sides and desserts and drinks. An…read moreall-you-can-eat extravaganza!

I have gone the past 2 Sundays after church at noon with family matriarch and was pleasantly…read moresurprised by everything. TBH, I planned on keeping her company and not eating initially but was impressed with the freshness, cleanliness, smell, clientele, staff and more. I ate some asparagus, salad with ginger carrot dressing, sashimi ceviche, squid salad and some jumbo boiled shrimp. The food was well prepared the staff and owners take great pride in the environment and it's obviously enjoyed by the locals that appreciate a plate with variety of fresh food that is well priced and well presented. It's the type of place where the quality is so good that you feel great just with one plate but I saw kids trying different foods and deserts and enjoying themselves today and someone had a birthday song. It's casual clean yummy and definitely a new place (for me) to share with loved ones.

The food was amazing and the drinks were really good! They hibachi was so yummy, and the chefs were…read moreso funny and entertaining!

Impressive! The Lunch portions are generous, good service…read moreand nice environment Chef was very skilled and amazing he was able to get the flavor requested by each guest according to their taste I choose the steak (very tender) Another person get the shrimp and another one get the chicken All the platters prepared accordingly and we truly enjoyed our meal *definitely recommend!

My husband and I often stop by for lunch while waiting for our elementary schooler to be dismissed…read morefrom school, and after several visits, we still haven't had a bad experience. The buffet is consistently well-stocked, with food being replenished promptly and kept fresh. The sushi bar offers a great variety of options, which is always a plus. One of my favorite parts of the meal is dessert. Pistachio ice cream is my all-time favorite flavor, and I'm always excited to see it as one of the three flavors offered. The lunch buffet is reasonably priced, the food is tasty, and the overall experience keeps us coming back. Definitely a reliable spot for a satisfying lunch!

This is one of the buffet restaurants I passed so many times and finally got to try with my…read morehusband. As you enter, you get greeted and get a table on the left side. You can get some hibachi which is on the back end behind the buffets. It didn't happen to us but there are signs warning you to be sure not to waste too much food or you will get charged for it. I can totally agree with that rule as I feel like wasting food on this earth should be a sin! Food was alright, not too fancy, but plenty of options. Hibachi have been my fave. I've been here twice already and will return when I'm very hungry.

This place is amazing and the staff makes sure you are happy and content with your entire…read moreexperience. My daughter asked for one of their specialty drinks and they were missing an ingredient yet went to get it to a nearby supermarket and she didn't wait too long. The drink was delicious! NAZAR you are an amazing server. Your smile and service is incredible. You are dedicated to make sure that everyone is happy and your attention to detail and attention makes this dining experience even better! The ambiance is cute with traditional decor and the beers are cold and drinks are delicious. The fried rice is phenomenal and the rolls are fresh and delicious! This is definitely a neighborhood gem worth visiting over and over again ! Thank you NAZAR for your amazing service.

We came here for lunch on a Saturday and it wasn't very busy so we were seated right away. They…read morehave a few hibachi tables and the regular dining room is very spacious to accommodate big parties. Our server Chris was very friendly and attentive. Everything we had was delicious and the rolls were huge! I highly recommend JB Tempura Roll or the I Love Lucy Roll. We didn't do the hibachi this time but we will definitely be back again to try it!

Went to Samurai and it was absolutely delicious. The service was precise, effortless, and…read morecompletely on point from beginning to end. Gene, our server, was exceptional. I still don't understand how she did it, but she handled a rather large group and remembered every single order with barely a note. Flawless. And Jaime, our chef, was hands down the best Hibachi chef I've ever had and I don't say that lightly. Every single person at the table agreed, best they've ever had. I wasn't even looking forward to hibachi because it's usually overly salty and predictable, but Jaime completely flipped that for me. His seasoning was perfect. Balanced, intentional, full of flavor without overpowering anything. Every bite was right. This wasn't just dinner. This is how it's supposed to be done.

So everyone is aware the reservations on the weekend are a load of trash!! Do not expect it to be…read moreyour standard arrival and they sit you because you reserved I arrived at 8:25 and my reservations were 8:30 I was sat down an hour later . I'm not sure what you reserve for here .. mind you I reserved over the phone and spoke to them lol

When it comes to sushi, nigiri, sashimi. This place hits the spot every single time. The garlic…read moremussels are the best mussels I've had in my life. The service is always quick, attentive and they are so kind. I love the lay out, downstairs it's regular seating. Upstairs they have floor seating which is so cool. Sitting on the floor and eating. There's a sushi bar to eat as well and they cook infront of you along side another dining area in the back.

Service- AMAZING. Kimi was very welcoming and accommodating. She is knowledgeable the menu and was…read moreable to answer all my questions. Food - the four stars comes in here just because two pieces of our sashimi did have remnants of the skin which in general should be removed prior to serving. I do not want to take away from the quality of the fish because it is AMAZING otherwise. The boat comes with 3 sushi rolls, 10 nigiri rolls, and 16 piece of sashimi. They use salmon, tuna, escolar, and whitefish. This comes with a soup and salad. You will definitely be full after this meal. Ambience- super cute Japanese themed with small intimate tables. Loved it

if anyone in your party ordered hibachic be ready to wait about an hour for dinner to start. I've…read moresat for over an hour and although we had our appetizers and first order of sushi, we are still waiting for the chef. Our server is no where to be found. Not even an advisement to let us know what's going on. a table that arrived after us is already being attended to. I personally ordered Sushi and still waiting. 2 stars. Update, as I was pressing enter. We were approached with on the house appetizers and sushi due to the wait. It was a good courtesy but should have been noticed a couple of minutes prior. Nonetheless, the gesture is appreciate. I've updates to 3 stars. Will check back after the meal.

Hey foodies! It's…read morelunchtime, and you know I had to find something good while I was in Florida! We stopped at Japan Inn for some hibachi, and let me tell you... it did not disappoint! We kicked things off with the miso soup, and it was absolutely delicious. Honestly, I could've had a bowl (or two) all by itself! let's not forget about the salad! And baby... you cannot eat that salad without drenching it in their ginger dressing. Chef's kiss! For our meals, we ordered the hibachi shrimp and steak with fried rice, and I went with the hibachi chicken with fried rice. One of my favorite parts about hibachi is the experience, and this chef had the entire table laughing from beginning to end. The food was great, but the entertainment made it even better. Because really... who doesn't love dinner and a show? To wash it all down, we ordered an Old Fashioned and a fruity sake cocktail (I wish I could remember the name because it was so good! ). The restaurant was clean, the staff was friendly, the service was quick, and it wasn't crowded, which was definitely a plus. The prices were also very reasonable for the amount of food you get. Overall, if you're looking for delicious hibachi, great service, and a fun dining experience while you're in Florida, I'd definitely recommend giving Japan Inn a try! Food: 9.5/10 Service: 10/10 Atmosphere: 10/10 Entertainment: 10/10

UPDATE: 8/20/26 Breonca and Jonny : you are both a class…read moreact. Your professionalism, amazing service and kindness is so appreciated that i definitely will come back because of you. Jonny you are a true asset to Benihana. Your attention and service is truly inspiring and appreciated! Breonca YOU MAKE THE BEST DRINKS! Wow you are amazing and your service and patience is incredible! Thank you and staff for making everything so extra SPECIAL and congratulations on being the professionals you are. You bring QUALITY SERVICE to this establishment! The ambiance is nice love the red cozy lights.

This was a complete breakdown of the dining experience--an absolute travesty for the Benihana brand…read moreand, frankly, embarrassing for a restaurant operating in Coral Gables. We arrived at 7:25 p.m. for a 7:30 reservation and were immediately told the wait would be another 20-30 minutes. Annoying, but we dine out enough to understand that restaurants get backed up, especially on a Saturday night. While waiting at the bar, however, it became obvious that something was very wrong. The surroundings were unkempt. Boxes were exposed around the bar, dirty glasses were piled on the counter, the bar itself was sticky, and the floors were filthy. Even more telling were the customers repeatedly getting up from their tables and coming to the bar trying to get drinks they had ordered 30+ minutes earlier. We watched at least three different people do this, all visibly frustrated. At that point, I started reading the reviews for this location. I wish I had done that before making the reservation. What we were witnessing clearly wasn't an isolated bad night. After we'd already waited 30 minutes, I asked what was causing the delay and was told that the "corporate system was overbooking the restaurant." If this were simply a technical glitch creating an unusually difficult night, I could have some sympathy. But reviews going back months describe many of the same problems. Meanwhile, tables weren't being turned. Dirty, empty tables sat uncleared while customers with reservations continued waiting. We were finally seated well over an hour after our reservation time, closer to 90 minutes after arriving. Once seated, things somehow got worse. The seats were literally taped together, the walls were dirty, and there was some sort of gross residue on my plate. Had I not been with five other people, I would have left. We ordered our food along with our drinks immediately, hoping to speed things up. It didn't matter. We waited nearly another hour for a chef to arrive at the table. Even water and lemonade took so long that, after about 30 minutes, we eventually got up ourselves to try to get our drinks. The table next to us told us they had been seated right away but waited 1 hour and 45 minutes for their chef. We repeatedly expressed our frustration to management, but instead of taking ownership of what was happening, the response felt defensive. The staff themselves seemed to be at the mercy of the conditions, and I genuinely felt bad for them. They were the ones absorbing the frustration of an entire restaurant full of unhappy customers while the operation around them appeared to be completely failing. And the cleanliness was unacceptable. The dining room was dirty, the bathrooms were inexplicably gross, and the overall condition of the restaurant was shocking. Then, around 10:45 p.m.--while our main course was still being cooked--I had to leave the table to retrieve my car because valet closed at 11:00. Had I not done so, I was told the car would be kept overnight and I would be charged $30. By the time I returned, it was after 11 p.m. Everyone in our party was exhausted. What should have been a fun Saturday-night dinner had turned into nearly four hours spent in one of the most depressing restaurant environments I can remember. I hope Benihana corporate is paying attention to the reviews of this location, because I will be contacting them directly. As someone who loves dining out and cares deeply about Coral Gables, I found the entire experience unacceptable. I also genuinely feel for the employees who have to work under these conditions and take the brunt of customers' understandable frustration. This was not a bad night caused by an overbooking glitch. The volume and consistency of similar reviews suggest a much deeper operational and managerial problem. DO NOT EAT HERE.