"Some people like to go out and enjoy a nice, quiet meal. Others may prefer the Benihana experience. Since its inception, this Japanese steakhouse has delighted diners with an array of dazzling displays. From knife-flipping to onion volcanoes, Benihana has been serving teppanyaki with style for a long time now. Whether you're a Benihana regular or have always wanted to go, you'll love reading these fascinating facts about the brand."
"Here, you'll find out all about its humble beginnings, its eccentric larger-than-life founder, its influence on modern dining culture, and much more. Behind the eye-catching cooking is a fascinating story where innovation is balanced with tradition. We've found fascinating facts that will take you on a deep dive into the world of Benihana. Knowing these will no doubt allow you to appreciate your next visit to the restaurant even more."
"First, it's important to clarify the distinction between teppanyaki and hibachi. The difference between them is complicated. Hibachi was originally the term used for the large fire bowls that people would cook over. This is a practice that goes back centuries. Teppanyaki is a type of cooking where you prepare meals in much the same way, but on a flat, iron griddle in front of guests. It's complicated because hibachi is now just used interchangeably with teppanyaki to mean the same thing."
Benihana introduced teppanyaki-style cooking to the United States, turning front-of-house grilling into an entertainment-driven dining format. The restaurant pairs traditional Japanese griddle techniques with theatrical elements such as knife-flipping and onion volcanoes. Teppanyaki and hibachi have distinct origins: hibachi refers to open fire bowls and teppanyaki to flat iron griddles, though the terms are often used interchangeably today. The cooking style traces back to post-WWII Kobe, where restaurants entertained American soldiers, and Benihana brought the format to mainstream U.S. diners. The brand balances innovation with tradition and has shaped modern dining etiquette and restaurant formats.
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