Benihana Upgrades Its Menu
Published:16-October-2009
By Staff Reporter
New items available in all 64 Benihana restaurants across US
Benihana, an operator of the chain of Japanese theme and sushi restaurants in the US, has unveiled new additions to its menu. The new offerings in the menu are part of the company's Teppanyaki Renewal Program, which is expected to enhance the overall guest dining experience at Benihana locations nationwide.
The new menu, which is available readily at all 64 company-owned Benihana restaurants across the country, includes a 12-ounce Imperial Steak; Hibachi Lemon Chicken; an Emperor's Salad with a choice of shrimp, steak or chicken; Spicy Tofu Steak; Colossal Mango Shrimp; the Garden Delight, steamed vegetables prepared using a speciality steamer on the Teppanyaki grill; Spicy Seafood Soup and the Yummi-Taki.
Richard C. Stockinger, CEO of Benihana, said: "At a time when many restaurants are cutting corners in an effort to save on costs, we are improving our food quality and variety without any entrée price increases. We are fully committed to offering our guests the very best dining experience."
The restaurant said that, apart from providing a new selection of menu offerings, it has also put a variety of food enhancements in place. The specification and preparation process of cold water lobster tails and scallops have been modified and the entrée shrimp has been improved with the introduction of colossal shrimp. In order to maximize freshness, all produce is cut on premises, and salads now include Romaine and Iceberg lettuce and grape tomatoes. In addition, Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream and Bindi Sorbet have been added to the menu.
Benihana has also revitalized its beverage menu which features new speciality and Sake cocktails, and an enhanced hot Sake menu with items that are currently only found in Japan. The wine program has also been upgraded with the addition of new wines, new glasses and temperature-controlled wine storage.
