This was perhaps the most enjoyable dining experience I have ever had. I believe this establishment is ideal for couples or families with young children who are full of energy and eager to learn.

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Benihana: A Culinary Journey Through Teppanyaki

Benihana, the renowned Japanese steakhouse, boasts a legacy spanning over 50 years. With numerous branches across the globe, Benihana offers a unique dining experience in Thailand through its three locations: Anantara Riverside Bangkok Hotel, Avani Atrium Pattaya Resort, and Avani Atrium Bangkok Hotel on Phetchaburi Road.

This review focuses on the Avani Atrium Bangkok branch, conveniently situated near the Phetchaburi MRT station. Patrons can easily access the restaurant via a short 5-10 minute walk from the station. Alternatively, taxis and motorbike taxis provide swift transportation options.

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For those who drive, upon arrival at the parking entrance, the security guard will ask the purpose of your visit. Simply respond that you are visiting Benihana Restaurant. The hotel has designated parking for Benihana guests, eliminating the need for extensive searching. This is a feature I particularly appreciate, as it demonstrates convenience and attentiveness. After parking, take the elevator to the G floor. You will be greeted by a beautiful lobby and a giant bear chef, the mascot of Benihana Restaurant. Take a moment to capture a memorable photo, then proceed to the second floor of the hotel, where you will find the restaurant.

Note: The Avani Atrium Bangkok Hotel offers a free shuttle service from the hotel to the Phetchaburi MRT station. The shuttle runs every hour, departing from the hotel at the top of the hour (e.g., 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM) and from the Phetchaburi MRT station at the half-hour mark (e.g., 7:30 AM, 8:30 AM). Guests who wish to use the service should inquire with the hotel for the specific schedule to avoid missing the shuttle and save money.

Benihana Restaurant at Avani Atrium Bangkok offers dining in rounds. On Saturdays and Sundays, there are lunch and dinner rounds, while on weekdays, there are only dinner rounds. The specific times are as follows:

Saturday - Sunday:

Noon: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Evening session: 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Monday - Friday:

Evening session: 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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Upon entering the dining room, guests are greeted by a visually stunning and unique ambiance. A large gong, used by the staff to announce the arrival of new patrons, hangs prominently. Rows of exquisite sake bottles adorn the space, likely causing sake enthusiasts to salivate in anticipation.

The Benihana restaurant has a dimly lit interior. The space is divided into several sections: a counter bar for mixing drinks and preparing certain dishes, tables for diners who prefer not to have teppanyaki or avoid the smoky smell, and the highlight of the restaurant, teppanyaki tables where chefs cook in front of guests, providing a close-up experience with all the sights, sounds, and smells of the culinary performance.

The restaurant offers teppanyaki tables of various sizes, accommodating groups of 4-5 to 14-15 people. Private rooms are also available for those seeking a more intimate dining experience. These rooms feature a unique "Sake Guru" call button, summoning a sake expert to guide you through the extensive selection. Discover the magic for yourself!

Benihana @ Avani Atrium Bangkok: A Culinary Journey

Beyond the captivating teppanyaki experience, Benihana @ Avani Atrium Bangkok offers a diverse culinary landscape. From refreshing salads and delectable sushi to mouthwatering desserts and enticing beverages, the restaurant caters to every palate.

For first-time visitors or those seeking a swift culinary adventure, the "Weekend Brunch Set" (THB 790++) presents an ideal introduction. This set features an array of appetizers, including edamame, Japanese soup, Benihana salad, sashimi, California rolls, stir-fried vegetables, garlic fried rice, oysters, and shrimp. The feast continues with a choice of main course: Kurobuta pork, Australian beef, chicken, or salmon. The oysters and shrimp are served buffet-style, allowing for an endless indulgence.

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The brunch set includes unlimited oysters and shrimp, which are displayed in the center of the dining room for guests to enjoy at their leisure. Both the oysters and shrimp are remarkably fresh. The oysters are large, while the shrimp are medium-sized, making them perfect for a leisurely meal.

The restaurant offers a wide variety of dipping sauces to choose from, catering to different preferences. Guests are welcome to customize their dipping experience by adding additional ingredients to their liking. However, my wife and I found the seafood dipping sauce to be perfectly satisfying as it is.

The set includes a variety of snacks with the following flavors:

• Edamame: Delicious, meets quality standards.

Japanese Soup: A Delightful Departure from Miso

This soup features a base of fried Japanese onions, chopped scallions, and a touch of black pepper. The resulting broth boasts a well-rounded flavor profile, offering a subtle sweetness that distinguishes it from the familiar taste of miso soup.

• Benihana Salad: The salad was flavorful and the vegetables were fresh and visually appealing.

• Salmon: Three pieces in total, not very large in size, with good freshness.

• California Roll: This dish comes with 4 pieces. The taste is average, and it didn't leave a strong impression.

Following the appetizers and snacks, those who opted for the Brunch Set will be treated to a fried rice dish and their choice of one of four meats: Kurobuta pork, Australian beef, chicken, or salmon. The highlight of this course is the chef's performance at a giant pan in front of the guests. The chef will entertain with a humorous cooking show, complete with lights, sounds, smells, and the heat of the flames, leaving the audience both amused and hungry.

The chef assigned to our table introduced themselves, prepared the equipment, and presented the available Benihana sauces. They offered three options: Ginger Sauce, ideal for vegetables and seafood; Mustard Cream Sauce, suitable for beef, pork, and chicken; and Spicy Sauce, a unique blend of heat and sweetness from honey. While the chef provided recommendations, feel free to choose your preferred sauce. I personally deviated from their suggestions.

After the introduction, it's time for the chef to show off their skills! From the rhythmic dance of the spatula to the tossing of eggs, the playing with fire, and the preparation of various dishes, it's a truly entertaining experience. Especially if you get a chef who cracks jokes every minute, like Chef Bank, who was stationed at our table. I'm telling you, you might eat less than usual because you'll be laughing so hard your stomach hurts. ><

And what's even more amazing than the chef's moves is that he invited us to join in the fun by juggling eggs with a spatula. Of course, for skilled people like us, even 10 eggs wouldn't be enough, because they all broke!

The menu for this period includes the same dishes for both Brunch set and special meat diners. These include stir-fried vegetables, a tiger prawn, and garlic fried rice. The highlight, in my opinion, is the Volcano, or onion volcano, which is a visually stunning dish.

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The taste of the tiger prawns is average, while the garlic fried rice has a mild flavor that is not too strong. Each person receives a cup of garlic fried rice, which is calculated by the chef to ensure there is enough for everyone.

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After finishing the brunch set, those who ordered it will move on to the teppanyaki course of their chosen meat. For those who did not order the brunch set but ordered other special meats, they will be served those dishes. For this meal, my wife and I enjoyed the following dishes:

• Hamachi (950 Baht ++)

• Canadian Lobsters (THB 2,100++)

• Australian Wagyu Tomahawk Steak (4,200 THB ++)

The sheer size of the lobster and tomahawk steak left me and my wife speechless. The lobster, weighing nearly a kilogram, boasted claws as large as a mobile phone. The tomahawk steak, weighing between 1.1 and 1.2 kilograms, resembled an axe in the chef's hands, living up to its name.

Let's move on to the taste. Starting with the Hamachi, the fish is fresh and firm. It's a bit bland on its own, but I think it's perfect with the ginger sauce.

Next up is the colossal Canadian lobster, which I must emphasize is freshly caught and recently split. The chef has thoughtfully removed the shell from the claws, making it easy to cook and enjoy.

The lobster's exceptional freshness contributes to its delectable, sweet, and bouncy texture.

Following the colossal lobster, it's time for the massive tomahawk steak. The chef takes considerable time to prepare this cut, meticulously removing the bone and dividing the meat into various sections. This allows for tailored cooking methods to suit the unique texture and tenderness of each part.

As the chef prepared the dish, our mouths watered in anticipation. The vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas were simply irresistible.

After the chef had cooked the tomahawk steak for a while, it was time for my wife and me to try it. The taste was incredibly tender and delicious. However, as this was our first time trying this dish, we cannot compare its quality to other restaurants. All we know is that it was delicious, and we were very happy to have had the opportunity to try it.

After finishing the Tomahawk steak, many of you might think that my wife and I would have ended our meal there. However, I would like to inform you that it was not the end. Benihana offers a wide variety of other dishes, including sushi, salads, cocktails, and many other menu items. On that day, my wife and I had the opportunity to try some additional dishes besides the teppanyaki, as follows:

• Benihana Salmon Tuna Tartar (550 THB ++)

• Uminosachi (500 THB ++)

• Rocky's Mountain Sandwich (400 THB +)

• Cocktail "Benihana Sour"

Behihana's dishes are generally large, especially the Uminosachi, which left my wife and I feeling incredibly full. Fortunately, we were a group of four that day, as I doubt we could have finished everything if it had just been the two of us. We would have been forced to stop after the tomahawk.

Let's delve into the menu and explore the flavors of each dish. We begin with the Benihana Salmon Tuna Tartar, a delectable combination of salmon, tuna, avocado, salmon roe, and a tantalizing blend of wasabi-infused sauce and yuzu dressing.

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The overall taste was delicious. The freshness of the ingredients was good, especially the salmon roe. However, the overall size of the dish was not very large, so personally, I think the price of this menu item was a bit high.

Next up was the Uminosachi, a deep-fried silver fish salad served with salmon roe and wasabi. This dish was massive, easily justifying its price. In fact, it was so large that even with four of us, we couldn't finish it. This dish is likely best suited for those who enjoy shrimp roe and salmon roe, as the generous amount of roe provided is sure to satisfy.

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The next menu item is Rocky's Mountain Sandwich or Benihana's Signature Sushi Roll, which uses the founder's name as part of the menu name. This menu item is a seaweed-wrapped rice filled with salmon mixed with spicy sauce, fish eggs, Japanese onions, sprinkled with spring onions, and then topped with chili oil sauce and spicy mayonnaise.

This dish was the least impressive of the meal, which could be due to several factors. Perhaps I left it for too long, or I was too full to properly taste it. It's also possible that the dish was simply too different from the others I had eaten, resulting in a clash of flavors. However, the presentation and quality of the ingredients were excellent. As for the taste, I would need to hear other opinions before forming a definitive judgment.

This dish is conveniently pre-cut in half by the chef, making it easier to eat without having to open your mouth too wide.

After enjoying the savory dishes, it's time to move on to the beverages. Benihana offers a wide variety of drinks, including green tea, sake, and cocktails. I tried two drinks that day: green tea and a new cocktail. The green tea was good, while the cocktail was a brand-new recipe that didn't even have a name or price yet.

This cocktail, called "Benihana Sour," was one of the first drinks served in the restaurant when my wife and I visited. I enjoyed the overall taste, which was unique in both flavor and ingredients. According to Benihana, this cocktail contains roasted rice. So, if you enjoy cocktails or trying new and unusual drinks, give it a try.

After the epic culinary journey of this meal, we finally reached the sweet ending. Let's indulge in the delightful desserts that my wife and I savored.

• Dark Chocolate Sphere (THB 210++)

• Miso – Vanilla Crème & Carrot Cremeux (THB 230++)

Let's move on to the taste. Starting with the Dark Chocolate Sphere, it looks beautiful, especially the Chocolate Sphere, which is the highlight of this dish. However, as someone who doesn't like chocolate very much, I still didn't like it very much. And it made me avoid eating the Mango Sorbet that was inside instead. But my wife said that the chocolate on the outside was delicious.

The mango ice cream inside was surprisingly delicious. While it may not have been pure mango, the flavor was still enjoyable.

The dessert, Miso – Vanila Crème & Carrot Cremeux, was my favorite. It had an elegant appearance and lacked the bitterness of chocolate. The dish consisted of carrot cake, miso vanilla mousse, yuzu yogurt, sake jelly, and raspberry sorbet. The carrot cake was delicious, and the sake jelly was truly unique in both taste and appearance. I never imagined such a dish could exist. Kudos to the chef for creating this menu item.

After the chef at our table finished preparing the teppanyaki dishes, he had to move on to other tables. However, we and our friends could continue to eat the food at our leisure. Before leaving, each chef would showcase their own special skills and talents. Chef Bank, who was in charge of my table, performed a card trick.

Note: If you have previously dined at Benihana and were particularly impressed by a specific chef, you can request to be seated with that chef on your next visit.

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Okay, so now I've taken everyone on a tour of almost every nook and cranny of Benihana @ Avani Atrium Bangkok. Now, let me summarize to make things clear and easy to understand:

Date of consumption: Sunday, May 7, 2017

Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Number: 4 people

Food Review:

Taste: Excellent in many dishes, including the Tomahawk steak, lobster, oysters, and shrimp. Most other dishes were good, with the exception of the Rocky's Mountain Sandwich, which had a somewhat disjointed flavor profile. This may be due to the sandwich's unique ingredients, which differ significantly from the other dishes. Overall, the restaurant passes the test in terms of taste and quality of ingredients. It's no wonder they have branches all over the world.

Food Variety: The variety is impressive. In addition to the various types of meat used in teppanyaki, there are also many other types of food, such as salads, sushi, and snacks, for us to choose from. Therefore, this should not be a problem here.

Restaurant Cleanliness: Despite the somewhat dim and low-lit atmosphere, it's understandable that the restaurant aims to provide privacy for each table. Additionally, the lighting allows for a clearer view of the chefs' flames and cooking process, contributing to the overall mood and tone. In terms of cleanliness, there are no issues to report. It passes the test without any problems.

Employee Service:

Prompt and attentive. This is especially important in a dining experience like this, where there is no need to order additional items throughout the meal. Guests remain seated at their table, and the chefs preparing the food take care of nearly everything. In my experience, all the chefs here were incredibly friendly, polite, and provided excellent service.

Accessibility:

Driving: Ample parking is available at the hotel, including dedicated parking for Benihana restaurant. However, traffic congestion on Phetchaburi Road during peak hours can be challenging.

Public Transportation: The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service at regular intervals. Alternatively, the hotel is within walking distance of the Phetchaburi MRT station, making it convenient for those using public transportation. Other transportation options are also readily available.

Value for money: This is the most challenging aspect of this review for two reasons. Firstly, I haven't tried some of the dishes, such as the Tomahawk steak, making it difficult to assess their value. However, based on my research, the restaurant's prices are comparable to other establishments of the same caliber. Secondly, there are very few restaurants that offer such an immersive teppanyaki experience. It's like watching an hour-long, entertaining show. Therefore, while the price of the food alone might seem high or expensive to some, if you consider it as a fun "teppanyaki show" with delicious food, it becomes much more appealing and worth the price. This is especially true for the Brunch Set, priced at 790 baht++ per set. I believe it's an excellent value (I didn't try the meat in the Brunch set, but based on the side dishes and the quality of ingredients in other dishes, I'm confident it wouldn't disappoint). Importantly, the Brunch set also allows you to watch the chef prepare the food in the same way as those who order the special meat dishes. Therefore, I believe it offers exceptional value for money.

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Conclusion:

If you're a fan of teppanyaki and seeking a unique and exciting dining experience, look no further. This restaurant offers a lively atmosphere perfect for laughter, smiles, and fun with loved ones. Forget quiet, romantic dinners; here, you can enjoy a meal filled with joy and amusement. In fact, I declare this the most enjoyable dining experience I've ever had!

**Note:** Benihana often offers special promotions with various credit cards, sometimes with discounts of up to 25%. Therefore, before visiting, it is recommended to call and inquire about current credit card promotions to choose the right card and save money.

This concludes my review. If there are any omissions or errors, I apologize. This review is based solely on my personal experience on the day of my visit. Each individual's experience may vary. You can watch a short video clip of my dining experience at Benihana @ Avani Atrium Bangkok below.

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