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Buy a Benihana Franchise

Benihana is the original American teppanyaki steakhouse, founded in 1964 in New York City and now the leading Japanese‑inspired restaurant chain in the U.S., Caribbean, and parts of Latin America. Its signature hibachi tables, chef performances, and communal celebrations create a high-energy, destination dining experience that attracts families, special‑occasion groups, and tourists. With more than 70 units and strong brand recognition built over six decades, Benihana combines classic Japanese traditions with broad mainstream appeal. Franchisees benefit from a powerful name, proven restaurant model, and a differentiated theatrical concept that is difficult for competitors to replicate.

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Why buy a Benihana Franchise?

Owning a Benihana allows franchisees to leverage a globally recognized legacy brand with a unique theatrical dining experience and strong guest loyalty. The concept’s differentiation, high average unit volumes, and six‑decade track record provide a powerful platform versus generic casual‑dining competitors. Combined with comprehensive training and support, Benihana offers a compelling opportunity for well‑capitalized operators seeking an iconic, experience‑driven restaurant investment.

Benihana Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2023 data reported in the 2024 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      1964

    • Franchising Since

      1995

    • New Startup Cost

      $3,405,200 – $6,250,000

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $40,000

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      $10,000

    • Royalty Fee

      5%

      of Gross Sales

    • Marketing Fee

      2%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      77

    • New Units Opened *

      1

    • Units Transferred *

      0

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      Not Disclosed

    * Based on 2023 data reported in the 2024 FDD

Benihana – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    Benihana provides extensive start‑up support, including site selection assistance, construction guidance, recruitment and training help, and on‑site opening support to ensure operational readiness. Franchisees are trained in standard operating procedures, sourcing of supplies and equipment, and best practices to maximize sales, profits, and efficiency. Ongoing guidance from an experienced corporate management team helps owners maintain brand standards while optimizing local performance.

  2. Ideal Owner

    The ideal Benihana franchisee has an entrepreneurial mindset, strong operational discipline, and the ability to lead large hospitality teams in a high‑volume environment. They should be comfortable devoting full‑time, on‑premise attention to the restaurant, skilled in people development and finance, and capable of delivering consistent guest experiences. Significant capital resources and prior restaurant or multi‑unit management experience are strong advantages.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Benihana is widely recognized as one of the most famous teppanyaki brands in the world, with some of the strongest consumer awareness levels in the full‑service restaurant sector. Its enduring popularity and continued expansion over decades reflect a resilient, experience‑driven concept that remains relevant across generations and geographies.

  4. Industry / Market

    Teppanyaki and experiential dining concepts benefit from the broader growth of the global full‑service restaurant market, driven by rising consumer spending on out‑of‑home and “occasion‑based” dining. Experience‑led brands that offer entertainment, social sharing moments, and celebrations are capturing a growing share of traffic relative to traditional casual dining. Benihana’s performance‑oriented format positions franchisees to capitalize on this shift toward memorable, social restaurant experiences.

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