Benihana Monterey, CA | Hibachi, Sushi & Japanese Steakhouse

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Address

136 Olivier Street,
Monterey, CA
93940

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Phone

831 649 6256

Hours

Restaurant Hours

Lunch & Dinner

Mon-Sun, 12:00pm-10:00pm

Take-out & Delivery

Mon-Sun, 12:00pm-10:00pm

Two signature cocktails being toasted above dishes of sushi rolls, hibachi chicken with vegetables and fried rice, assorted nigiri sushi, onion soup, and dipping sauces visible on table.

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Welcome to Benihana, home of the original hibachi experience.

You’ll find us on Olivier Street in downtown Monterey, right by the Portola Hotel and a short walk from Old Fisherman’s Wharf. We’re the kind of place you land after a morning at the Monterey Bay Aquarium or a walk along the bay, when you want dinner that’s also a bit of a show.

Whether you’re coming in off the wharf, out with the family, or making a proper night of it with the kids watching the chef in action, we’ve been the hibachi spot Monterey has kept coming back to for years.

Features:

Sushi Bar
Full Bar
Kabuki Kids® Menu
Wheelchair Accessible (lift)
Validated parking during the week

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

What's happening at Benihana Monterey

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

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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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Sliced Wagyu steak, fried rice, shrimp, mushrooms, onions, and grilled zucchini on a black plate, with salt sprinkled on top.

Wagyu of the World

Our premium Wagyu lineup, grilled at your table.

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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 on the drive home. Being right on the coast, the seafood is a safe bet, plenty of regulars order the scallops for exactly that reason.

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

On the grill right now:

Teppanyaki Hibachi
Wagyu of the World
Sushi & Sashimi

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What We're Pouring

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

Our famous, award-winning signature hot sake, poured the way it should be.
Benihana Punch, the house favorite.
Rocky’s Margarita: Altos Plata, yuzu, Grand Marnier. Pick your flavor: Traditional, Mango, Passion Fruit or Strawberry.

Must be 21+. Availability may vary.

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Explore Downtown Monterey

We’re on Olivier Street in the heart of downtown Monterey, by the Portola Hotel and steps from Old Fisherman’s Wharf, the marina and the waterfront walking paths. Easy to reach whether you’re staying downtown or in for the day, with parking validation that makes a weekday visit simple.

Whether you’re visiting the wharf, staying at a downtown hotel, or driving over from Seaside, Pacific Grove or Carmel, we’re a straightforward stop for hibachi and sushi done right.

Wheelchair accessible. Open daily, 12pm to 10pm.

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

Birthdays are a big one here. Whether it’s an anniversary, a team dinner, or a kid’s birthday with a song and a photo to take home, we’ve got you. Benihana Monterey seats groups at communal teppan tables, where the chef pulls the whole table into the fun.

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

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Enjoy Benihana Anywhere

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

Open daily, 12pm to 10pm.

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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 in downtown Monterey. If you wish to purchase a gift card with Braille, call 1 (305) 702-2897.

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The best celebrations aren't just remembered—they're experienced.

FAQs

Does Benihana Monterey have a sushi bar?

Yes. Alongside our teppanyaki tables, we have a sushi bar where the chef prepares fresh sashimi, nigiri and our Benihana rolls to order. You can start with a few sushi appetizers at your table or make a meal of it at the bar.

What are Benihana Monterey's hours?

We’re open daily from 12:00pm to 10:00pm, for both lunch and dinner.

Where is Benihana Monterey located?

We’re at 136 Olivier Street in downtown Monterey, right by the Portola Hotel and a short walk from Old Fisherman’s Wharf and the marina.

How close is Benihana to Fisherman's Wharf and the Aquarium?

We’re just a short walk from Old Fisherman’s Wharf and only about a mile from the Monterey Bay Aquarium, which makes us an easy stop after a day on the water.

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