Near the Dulles mall sits a Chinese restaurant called Benihana that might as well be identified as the pinnacle of good eating. Not only are you guaranteed a great meal no matter what you order off the menu, but you are also provided with a fantastic show. At Benihana, the talented chefs cook your food right before your eyes while also displaying a number of fantastic tricks like making a volcano out of a tower of onion slices.

When you walk into the restaurant, you are immediately asked about any dietary restrictions or any special occasions that you are celebrating. All of the hosts and chefs are extremely accommodating to any dietary needs and you won’t need to worry about cross contamination should you have any food allergies or intolerances.

You also won’t need to worry about a bland dinner if you are celebrating a birthday or other special event—the chef will make you time worthwhile, join you in your celebration, and even take a picture of you and your guests at the end of the meal.

On the menu, you will find a wide array of meal options ranging from steak and sushi to seafood and salad. There is guaranteed to be something for everyone.

While the restaurant is all around a fantastic choice, one concern that customers may have are the prices of the meals. Most meals are usually around $30 which, if you are dining in a large party, can really add up. However, the meal sizes are huge and two adults could easily split one meal, making the cost less of an issue.

Overall, Benihana is definitely a great option for dining out, especially when celebrating special events. Not only will you be eating delicious food that is relatively healthy, but you will also be a guest to a unique culinary show.