Kenichi
Voted Dallas's number one Japanese Sushi Restaurant by Citysearch in 2009, this modern restaurant located in Victory Park is an upscale, fine-dining establishment serving both traditional and updated Japanese cuisine. The menu is extensive and features items as diverse as traditional sashimi to the finest quality steaks. In addition to the cuisine, Kenichi boasts the largest selection of sakes in the city. Kenichi is available for private dining and catering, and opens daily at 5:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended.
Kenichi
2400 Victory Park Lane (W Hotel)
Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 871-8883
kenichidallas.com
Benihana
Located in North Dallas, the popular Benihana restaurant features world-class teppanyaki chefs stationed at hibachi grills. The menu boasts classic hibachi items such as steak, chicken and shrimp, which are skillfully prepared in front of guests at the grills. In addition to hibachi-style cuisine, Benihana also offers an extensive sushi menu, which can be ordered from the hibachi room or the main dining room. Benihana is a popular choice for families and parties, but reservations for hibachi seating are required.
Benihana
7775 Banner Dr.
Dallas, TX 75251
(972) 387-4404
benihana.com
Nobu Texas
As one of the most famous upscale Japanese restaurants in the world, Nobu is in Uptown and is popular among the chic crowd and celebrities. While the restaurant serves a variety of traditional Japanese fare such as Kobe beef and sushi, it is most popular for the set chef's menu (omakase), which includes both sushi, hot dishes and dessert. The restaurant opens at 6 p.m., and the lounge opens at least an hour earlier on most days. Reservations are essential for dinner.
Nobu Dallas
400 Crescent Ct, Hotel Crescent Court
Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 252-7000
noburestaurants.com
Fuji Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
A popular destination in North Dallas for hibachi Japanese cuisine, the Fuji Steakhouse is a casual dining experience with an emphasis on entertainment. The restaurant recently earned 3 1/2 stars from the Dallas Morning News, and is a popular destination for families and parties. Sushi is offered as a starting course before the hibachi chefs cook to order the traditional hibachi menu, such as steak, shrimp, chicken and vegetables. The restaurant also offers upscale items such as diver scallops and Kobe beef. Fuji Steakhouse is open for lunch and dinner, and dinner reservations are recommended.
Fuji Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
12847 Preston Road
Dallas, TX 75230
(972) 661-5662
fujidallas.com
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Jessica Jewell is a writer, photographer and communications consultant. Her recent work has appeared in Nimrod, Harpur Palate, Copper Nickel, Rhino, wicked alice, Poetry Midwest, Barn Owl Review, and Poems & Plays, among others, and was recently nominated for a Pushcart Prize. Jewell earned her Bachelor of Arts in English literature from Indiana University and Master of Fine Arts in writing from Kent State University.
