Can I host a private event or client dinner at Benihana Houston Downtown?

Yes. We have teppanyaki tables that fit groups well and a spacious lounge for receptions. Great for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate dinners, or client nights out.

Benihana | Hibachi in the Theater District, Louisiana St

Name: Benihana | Hibachi in the Theater District, Louisiana St
Address: 1318 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Telephone: 346 556 1657
Price range: $$$

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1318 Louisiana Street,
Houston, TX
77002

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346 556 1657

Catering

Treat your family to a memorable meal with our family-friendly takeout options.

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Hours

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Dining

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

Lunch

Mon - Fri, 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

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Welcome to Benihana, home of the original hibachi experience.

You’ll find us at 1318 Louisiana Street, right in the middle of the Theater District. Jones Hall is a two minute walk. The Alley Theatre is around the corner. Wortham Center is a block or two away. Whether you’re coming in before curtain, after a day in the Museum District, or making a proper night of it downtown, we’re the hibachi spot Houston has been showing up for since before the Astros moved to Minute Maid Park.

Ask your server about our latest additions: $3, $6, $9 Happy Hour, Taste of Benihana, and Wagyu of the World. There’s always a seasonal special or two on the grill.

Features:

Wheelchair accessible
Spacious lounge
Validated parking is available weekdays after 4PM and all day on Saturday and Sunday

Benihana lunch spread featuring fresh sushi rolls, sashimi, hibachi steak, mushroom soup, and Asian salad.

What's happening at Benihana Houston Downtown

There’s always something going on at Benihana Houston Downtown. Here’s what’s on right now.

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3-Course Power Lunch Starting at Just $15.95

Fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and live teppanyaki cooking. All in 45 minutes or less. Or your lunch is on us.

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An assortment of Benihana dishes with hibachi rice, shrimp, chicken, sushi rolls, and edamame; hand squeezing lemon over rice.

Taste of Benihana $39

Five courses. Soup, salad, hibachi shrimp, fried rice and your choice of entrée. That’s the deal.

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Fresh from the Grill

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

If you’re after hibachi in downtown Houston, 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 from the office, a team lunch on Louisiana Street, or a bite before a show.

Available Monday to Friday 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 to 6pm in our spacious lounge. Best happy hour in downtown Houston.

Must be 21+. Availability may vary.

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Explore Downtown Houston

We’re right in the Theater District at 1318 Louisiana Street, a short walk from Jones Hall, the Alley Theatre, Wortham Theater Center, and the Hobby Center. Easy in from I-45, I-10, and US 59, and a few minutes from the Museum District, Discovery Green, and Daikin Park.

Whether you’re catching a show, working in one of the downtown towers, visiting from the Heights, Midtown or River Oaks, or staying at one of the downtown hotels, we’re a straightforward stop for hibachi done right.

Validated parking is available weekdays after 4pm and all day Saturday and Sunday.

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

Whether it’s birthdays, anniversaries, client dinners, corporate nights, or big occasions, we’ve got you. Benihana Houston Downtown has teppanyaki tables built for celebration and a spacious lounge that handles groups without losing the fun.

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

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Enjoy Benihana Anywhere

Want to bring the Benihana experience to your event? We offer catering for offices, gatherings and private occasions across downtown Houston, Midtown, Museum District, the Heights and beyond. Order directly or through ezCater.

Can’t make it in? Our iconic dishes are available for take-out and delivery daily from Benihana Houston Downtown on Louisiana Street.

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

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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 on Louisiana Street. If you wish to purchase a gift card with Braille, call 1 (305) 702-2897.

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FAQs

Does Benihana Houston Downtown serve lunch?

Yes. Our Power Lunch runs Monday to Friday, 11am to 3pm, starting from $15.95. Three courses, 45 minutes or less, or it’s on us.

What time is happy hour at Benihana Houston Downtown?

Happy Hour runs Monday to Friday, 3pm to 6pm in the lounge, with $3, $6 and $9 menus.

Where exactly is Benihana Houston Downtown located?

We’re at 1318 Louisiana Street, right in the middle of the Theater District. A short walk from Jones Hall, the Alley Theatre, and Wortham Center.

Is there parking at Benihana Houston Downtown?

Yes. Validated parking is available weekdays after 4pm and all day Saturday and Sunday.

How close is Benihana to the Theater District?

Very close. Jones Hall is a two minute walk, the Alley Theatre is a block over, and Wortham Center is just up the street. Perfect for dinner before a show.

Does Benihana Houston Downtown have a kids menu?

Yes. Our Kabuki Kids® menu is made for guests 12 and under, and kids love watching the chefs put on a show. Sign them up for our Kabuki Kids® program and they’ll get a free birthday treat.

Is Benihana Houston Downtown wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Is Benihana good for pre theater dinner?

Absolutely. We’re minutes from Jones Hall, the Alley Theatre, Wortham Center, and the Hobby Center, and the teppanyaki show makes dinner feel like part of the night out. Book early on performance nights.

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