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Address

7935 Wisconsin Ave,
Bethesda, MD
20814

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Phone
240 380 2262

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Hours

Restaurant

Dining

  • Sun - Thu, 11:00am - 10:00pm
  • Fri - Sat, 11:00am - 11:00pm

Lunch

  • Mon - Sun, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Happy Hour

  • Mon - Fri, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Take-Out & Delivery

  • Sun - Thu,10:30am - 10:00pm
  • Fri - Sat,10:30am - 11:00pm

Welcome to Benihana, home of the original hibachi experience.

Our Bethesda restaurant is right on Wisconsin Avenue in the heart of downtown Bethesda. One of the best spots in the DC area for a night out.

If you’re coming by Metro, we’re just steps from the Bethesda Metro Station on the Red Line. By car, there’s a city parking lot right behind the building.

Indulge in the latest additions to our menu: $3, $6, $9 Happy Hour, Taste of Benihana and Wagyu of the World. Ask your server about our limited-time offers, highlighting the flavors of the season.

Features:

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Semi-private Dining Room
  • Parking (city lot behind the building)
Benihana chef creates dramatic flame at the grill while a couple in the foreground talk and enjoy drinks at the teppanyaki table.

Fresh From the Grill

Our chefs cook right in front of you. Filet mignon, colossal shrimp, Hokkaido scallops, are all grilled on the teppanyaki with the kind of showmanship you’ll still be talking about on the Metro home.

If you’re after hibachi in Bethesda, MD, you’ve found it.

On the grill right now:

  • Teppanyaki Hibachi
  • Wagyu of the World
  • Sushi & Sashimi

Need lunch? Benihana’s Power Lunch is a full 3-course hibachi meal from just $15.95, served in 45 minutes or less, guaranteed. Or your meal is on us. Great for a midday break in downtown Bethesda or a quick team lunch near Wisconsin Avenue. Available daily until 3pm.

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What We're Pouring

The grill gets all the attention, but the drinks hold their own.

  • Rocky’s Margarita: Altos Plata, yuzu, Grand Marnier. Pick your flavor: Traditional, Mango, Passion Fruit or Strawberry.
  • Perfect Piña Margarita: Don Julio Blanco, pineapple, yuzu. Get the bowl. Share it. Or don’t.
  • Dirty Bull: Red Bull, Calpico, pineapple, whipped cream. Add vodka for $3. You’re welcome.

Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday, 3pm–6pm.

Must be 21+. Availability may vary.

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Explore Downtown Bethesda

Wisconsin Avenue puts us right in the middle of one of the DC area’s most walkable neighborhoods. Bethesda Row is just around the corner if you want to browse before dinner, and the Capital Crescent Trail is close enough for a pre-dinner stretch if you’re feeling ambitious.

Whether you’re coming off the Metro, wrapping up a day near NIH or Walter Reed, or just looking for the best hibachi near Washington DC. We’d love to see you at the grill.

Getting here by Metro couldn’t be easier, we’re right by the Bethesda Station on the Red Line. By car, the city parking lot is directly behind the building on Wisconsin Avenue.

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Got something to celebrate? We're good at that.

Whether it’s birthdays, team dinners, client nights, work events, we’ve got you. Semi-private dining is available for groups who want their own space.

Get in touch and we’ll take care of the rest.

Enjoy Benihana Anywhere

Want to bring the Benihana experience to your event? We offer catering for offices, gatherings and private occasions in and around Bethesda and the DC area. Order directly or through ezCater.

Can’t make it in? Our iconic dishes are available for take-out and delivery daily from Benihana Bethesda on Wisconsin Avenue.

  • Mon–Thu & Sun 11am–10pm
  • Fri–Sat 11am–11pm

Share the Benihana Experience

From the sizzle of hibachi to fresh sushi favorites, Benihana is where celebrations come to life. Give someone a night they’ll truly remember.

Available in physical and digital formats. Valid at all Benihana locations across the US, including right here in Bethesda on Wisconsin Avenue. If you wish to purchase a gift card with Braille, call 1 (305) 702-2897.

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FAQs

Does Benihana Bethesda serve lunch?

Yes, daily. Our Power Lunch is a full 3-course hibachi meal from $15.95, served in 45 minutes or less, guaranteed. Available every day until 3pm.

What time is happy hour at Benihana Bethesda?

Monday through Friday, 3pm–6pm. $3, $6 and $9 food and drink specials on select items.

How do I get to Benihana Bethesda by Metro?

We’re right by the Bethesda Metro Station on the Red Line. You can access us via the stairs at Wisconsin Avenue & Old Georgetown Road at the bus terminal, the elevator at the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and Montgomery Lane, or the entrance at the Kiss & Ride at Woodmont Avenue or East Lane.

Is there parking at Benihana Bethesda?

Yes, there’s a city parking lot directly behind the building on Wisconsin Avenue.

Can I host a private event or birthday at Benihana Bethesda?

Absolutely. Semi-private dining is available for groups and special occasions. Fill in the enquiry form or contact the restaurant directly and we’ll take care of the rest.

Does Benihana Bethesda have a kids menu?

Yes. Kabuki Kids® meals are available for children 12 and under. Kids can also join the Kabuki Kids® program for a free birthday mug with any Kabuki Kids® meal.

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