Benihana. Crimson flower. The petal like lips of a geisha. Geisha pouring sake. Me want sake!!! Sake goes with sushi. Wife also likes sushi. Sushi makes wife happy. Happy wife will make sure I fall asleep happy, later, at the hotel.
I can usually make word association end in the way I want it. But starting with Benihana makes it almost too easy!!
Generally, I'm not a fan of chain restaurants. And Benihana is not an exception. Except for this Vegas location. And it's not because of the sushi and sake, which I find around average. But, the decor, the architecture, the ambiance- it's stunningly beautiful and aesthetically gratifying. Just an incredible place to have dinner. First came here in the mid 90's when it was the Hilton. Rather amazing Beni is still here almost 25 years later, considering most of the 75-100 restaurants I've eaten at in Vegas are long gone. Even one from last November!! The teppanyaki show is great fun, of course. But, I prefer a more romantic seating here, because like my word association shows.... my mind's occupied with events to occur later.
Can't say I recommend any Benihana anywhere, but this is the one exception. Breathtaking restaurant, and a fun dinner show if you want that.