Benihana
Benihana is a Japanese restaurant in North Little Rock specializing in teppanyaki grilling. Guests sit around tables with built-in griddles where chefs prepare food directly in front of them, flaming and tossing dishes as they cook.
The restaurant was founded in the 1960s and popularized teppanyaki cooking internationally. It grew into a chain that spread this table-grilling style around the world.
Benihana takes its name from Japanese, meaning red flower. The restaurant showcases Japanese cooking traditions, particularly teppanyaki preparation, which guests experience live at their tables.
The restaurant gets busy during peak hours, so reservations are recommended especially on weekends. Parking is readily available nearby and the location sits within a modern shopping complex with other amenities.
Chefs demonstrate skill through tricks like tossing shrimp into the air or juggling eggs, making the meal an entertaining experience. This preparation in front of diners blends cooking with a form of performance art.
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