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Benihana-lls - Benihana at Leonardo Royal St Pauls, London,

Benihana at Leonardo Royal St Pauls

4.1
4.1
53 Reviews
£26 to £40
Japanese
Originally started in New York, renowned teppanyaki restaurant chain Benihana is famed for its pioneering style of 'entertainment', which has now arrived to great acclaim in London. Its newest Central London outlet is now open in St. Paul's, at the Grange St. Paul's Hotel. Charismatic Japanese chefs toss fresh vegetables and your choice of meat or seafood onto trademark sizzling grill tables, conjuring up a range of authentic dishes right in front of your eyes. The varied menu includes miso soups, meat, seafood and tempura, as well as Benihana's signature grill dishes. Highly recommended if you are looking for delicious food with a memorable twist.

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Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    St Paul's
  • Parking Details
    NCP located within walking distance (Baynard House Car Park: 135 Queens Victoria Street, EC4V 4AA).
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 53 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

53 Reviews
  1. JenniferL

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Defo one of the best restaurants in London. I’d recommend everyone to go.

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  2. Alastair

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2020

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Our chef - Mark - was talented energetic and engaging - Our boys loved it - a real family treat

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  3. Grumpy

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2020

    overall4food3service3ambience3
    The 8 person table was crowded even though the restaurant was only a quarter full. We had 4 of the seats with 2 separate couples on the others. The couples unfairly took a lot of space. I was not inclined to make an issue of it, maybe should have done.

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  4. NickH

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great experience, lots of fun and very friendly and talented staff. Lacks authenticity however, but everyone ensures you get the best out of your visit

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  5. JoeA

    Cambridge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was really quiet on Thursday night, practically had the whole place ourselves and was the best private dining experience!

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  6. Smax76

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience, fresh Ingredients cooked in front of you with the habachi chef part of the entertainment experience. I would recommend for small and larger groups. Staff friendly and helpful with options or near, pescetarian or veggies. Not sure about vegan but have to accommodate some food allergies also.

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  7. mikeE

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2020

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    There wasn’t the usual theatre that we are used to at Benihana’s, quite flat and that was disappointing.

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  8. Nupur

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It was a lovely experience and Micheal the chef made our evening. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating to our choice He chat with us and made it a memorable experience

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  9. RF73

    Devon

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2020

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    We like Benihana but the atmosphere was lacking when we went. Maybe it was just an off night but we’ve had much better nights in other Benihana’s.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    London

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2020

    overall4food5service4ambience2
    The only complaint I have is that everything felt a bit worn out and not take care of. The menus were falling apart. The floor was sticky. The decor also felt a little off. Just looks like the person who owns it doesn’t really care all that much for it. But the chef we had was charming and the food was good. My kids loved it and I haven’t had tepanyaki in years. Overall a pleasant experience, just don’t walk in with high expectations.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    London

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience2
    Didnt get the authentic Japanese feel. Restaurant was empty, food was average but the chef did put on a good show. A little disappointed as I expected a lot more.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 13, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was a excellent night, service was lovely food was delicious. Definitely would recommend lovely place.

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  13. IsobellaM

    London

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2020

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Good food, you get a lot for your money! So worth it

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  14. KateJ

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 24, 2020

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Incredible disappointed as have been to other Benihana’s and had a fantastic experience. We arrived early and weren’t allowed to sit down which was fine as we sat at the hotel bar. When we went back to be seated we were only told then they were short of chefs so no one would be cooking in-front of us... isn’t that why you go there?! There was quite a language barrier between us and the waitress but we soon found out they had NO sushi or sashimi!!! Had they had the courtesy to be honest and tell us beforehand we could’ve booked a different venue instead of wasting our evening which we were meant to be celebrating my boyfriends birthday. We left with no apology and will not be revisiting.

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  15. CharlesC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 23, 2020

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Would recommend for the experience For food quality and price I wouldn’t go back

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  16. TaylanC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2020

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Very good good just abit to long to get everything done

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2020

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Very good. Lovely chef, lovely staff, good environment and good vybez.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food

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  19. MikeyP

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2019

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    As our chef was cooking a huge blond hair was on the onions and courgette and he just removed the hair and carried on cooking. I and our guests were shocked!!!

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  20. TaniaA

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2019

    overall2food4service2ambience1
    No barman available - so no cocktails were allowed. Asked for sake - not available. Shared a table with a family of 2 kids when other tables were free. The family were vegan which is fine - but next time if they express their dietary requirements please be more considerate. Especially as the chef had a hard time making everyone feel comfortable

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  21. ElaineF

    London

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2019

    overall2food4service3ambience1
    No atmosphere, no knowledge, chef had no charisma.

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  22. Zach

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely venue

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  23. AliciaD

    London

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2019

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Staff were rude, unfriendly and not at all welcoming. Unable to order certain items as there were only 2 staff. Terrible. There's a reason it's always empty!

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  24. MayaM

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2019

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    The food was not fresh at all but the service is good.

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  25. Tirecka

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love the food, the ambience, the staff and the restaurant as a whole was absolutely outstanding. I would recommend this restaurant to any and everyone!! I cannot wait to come back

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  26. Chel

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2019

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    The prawn was over cooked, and two of my drinks were made incorrectly , i felt it wasn’t worth it food wise.

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  27. Lily

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food are lovely and great experiences for celebrating birthday with my bf and his dad! The chef that served us that night was really lovely and tried his best to accommodate our needs and asked if we enjoyed his live cooking performance ! By the end of the night, we were really full to the brim and my bf got a complimentary slice of chocolate birthday cake with a candle on ! Love it :) Ps; I forgot to take the picture of some of the scenes and the picture of the slice of the birthday cake as we were enjoying the moments together :) In summary, this is the place for you and others as well to experience Japanese cuisine and enjoy the cooking show right infront of you :)

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2019

    overall1food1service2ambience1
    The taste of prawns was terrible, they must put prawns in the special water which can make them to be crunch and salty which was really really bad! Awful experience!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Manchester

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it great food great time

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  30. Alira

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chef was very kind and the waitress did not keep us waiting long - 10/10

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  31. DaveT

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2019

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    A fantastic and entertaining evening with food that can't be faulted. Entered not sure what to expect, left feeling very full knowing we'll be back.

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  32. MATTHEW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Marcus made our night very enjoyable! One let down was we brought a bottle of wine that we drunk half of; after this another group on the table finished it while going to the toilet - Wine bottles are not placed next to you; instead are watched over by a waiter who missed this - Other than that, No issue at all and will recommend to anybody looking to go!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2019

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The food was horrible and the Waiter was not good on professional stuff and very dirty restaurant also food was raw and not cooked properly

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  34. GlynW

    London

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2019

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Really like the ambience, talented chefs, menu choices and no fuss service.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2019

    overall5food4service3ambience4
    Joint birthday celebration

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  36. Libby

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The whole experience was amazing. The chef we had Micheal was so lovely and kept us laughing throughout our experience. The food was amazing and our waiter Lewis was lovely too. Will definitely be coming back with more people.

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  37. Edith

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2019

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We loved our lunch experience! It was very special. The service was excellent and so was the food.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb food and evening

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They were very kind and attentive to detail. The cook was entertaining the ambiance was nice. Portion sizes can be a bit smaller than anticipated, but you will leave full.

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  40. DinahD

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 21, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it! Great experience and nice fresh tasting food. A little expensive but worth it.

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Benihana at Leonardo Royal St Pauls is rated 4.1 stars by 53 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Benihana at Leonardo Royal St Pauls

35-45 Carter Lane, London, EC4M 5AE

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    St Paul's
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Japanese (Teppanyaki)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    NCP located within walking distance (Baynard House Car Park: 135 Queens Victoria Street, EC4V 4AA).
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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