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While the word hibachi might bring up memories of Benihana (or watching Benihana on The Office), let’s get technical. Hibachi is a traditional Japanese cooking method of grilling meat, vegetables, and seafood on a flat iron griddle. Hibachi originally referred to a heating device consisting of a charcoal brazier. In Western countries, it has come to represent the style of cooking associated with teppanyaki, where skilled chefs entertain diners by preparing meals on a large, flat-surfaced grill with an interactive dining experience that usually ends with shrimp tails in someone’s hat.
Hibachi enthusiasts can find this delightful culinary experience in Austin, Texas, at various Japanese restaurants. Some establishments offer a modern twist on traditional hibachi-style cooking by incorporating fresh, high-quality ingredients into their teppanyaki dishes. Other dedicated hibachi restaurants, like Sushi Japon and Kobe Japanese Steakhouse, provide an authentic and entertaining experience where the chefs display their culinary artistry right at the table.
Whether you’re in the mood for a casual or upscale dining experience, Austin offers a diverse range of hibachi options to satisfy those cravings for this flavorful and interactive cuisine.
There are also traveling chefs who offer guests the experience of a festive feast in their own homes, like those listed below.
Traveling Party Hibachis
If you’d prefer to gather a dozen or so of your closest friends together for a lively experience, look no further than the party hibachi companies below. Many only require tables to set up; they’ll do the rest, including bringing sake squirt guns. Guests can typically enjoy two or three proteins, with choices like chicken, New York strip, shrimp, scallops, salmon, tofu, vegetarian options, and premium protein upgrades (think lobster tail and filet mignon).
Let’s Hibachi
$50-60/person; $500-600 party minimum
Easy Hibachi
$50/person; $500 party minimum
TeppanTX
$50-60/person; $500 or 10 adults party minimum
Hibachi Austin
$60-80/person; $600 party minimum
Flamin’ Hibachi
$50/person; $500 or 10 adults party minimum
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This giant Round Rock steakhouse (complete with a Godzilla logo) offers all the usual hibachi suspects – chicken, shrimp, and salmon – but also includes several different cuts of beef and a plethora of protein permutations. There’s also an extensive sushi menu.
In Pflugerville, diners can order a variety of inventive specialty sushi rolls or saddle up to the flat-top grill for the typical teppanyaki meat combinations at this bright, family-friendly eatery.
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Saddle up to the sushi bar, experience a lively meal at the teppanyaki grill with seafood, chicken, or steak, or catch up with friends at the bar, where this Lakeline Japanese restaurant offers more than 30 different types of martinis, as well as beer and wine.
(512) 258-9888
(512) 258-9888
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Get dinner and a show at this family-friendly Anderson Mill establishment showcasing lively teppanyaki performances, Japanese bites, and robust sushi options, complemented by a festive co*cktail menu. Don’t skip the lobster tail.
Located near the Highland area (on the east side of I-35), this large hibachi hotspot offers plenty of flair to its diners, as well as beer and sake. The Japanese eatery’s menu showcases a variety of small plates, sushi, and teppanyaki grill options with USDA Choice aged beef.
Enjoy the hibachi meal—but on wheels. Gorge yourself silly on combo plates like lobster and NY steak or filet mignon and chicken without having to worry about food flying your way. Open for lunch at the Tesla factory, and until 2 a.m. at the East Riverside locale, the bright red truck can also cater at your event or office or be ordered for pick-up.
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This giant Round Rock steakhouse (complete with a Godzilla logo) offers all the usual hibachi suspects – chicken, shrimp, and salmon – but also includes several different cuts of beef and a plethora of protein permutations. There’s also an extensive sushi menu.
In Pflugerville, diners can order a variety of inventive specialty sushi rolls or saddle up to the flat-top grill for the typical teppanyaki meat combinations at this bright, family-friendly eatery.
Saddle up to the sushi bar, experience a lively meal at the teppanyaki grill with seafood, chicken, or steak, or catch up with friends at the bar, where this Lakeline Japanese restaurant offers more than 30 different types of martinis, as well as beer and wine.
(512) 258-9888
(512) 258-9888
Get dinner and a show at this family-friendly Anderson Mill establishment showcasing lively teppanyaki performances, Japanese bites, and robust sushi options, complemented by a festive co*cktail menu. Don’t skip the lobster tail.
Located near the Highland area (on the east side of I-35), this large hibachi hotspot offers plenty of flair to its diners, as well as beer and sake. The Japanese eatery’s menu showcases a variety of small plates, sushi, and teppanyaki grill options with USDA Choice aged beef.
Enjoy the hibachi meal—but on wheels. Gorge yourself silly on combo plates like lobster and NY steak or filet mignon and chicken without having to worry about food flying your way. Open for lunch at the Tesla factory, and until 2 a.m. at the East Riverside locale, the bright red truck can also cater at your event or office or be ordered for pick-up.
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