WHERE WE MAKE FRIENDS WITH FOOD
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Tropical destination for contemporary Inaka dining.
Aoki Teppanyaki, formerly known as Rocky Teppanyaki and Benihana, is located near the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki. Guests first discover the tranquil garden and Koi pond before entering the restaurant with its modern meets traditional interior design of bold red walls, wood panel ceilings, and shoji screens imported from Japan.
Trained chefs arrive in sleek, black, Samurai inspired uniforms once seated at the family-style “teppanyaki” (iron plate grill) tables. Customers select from a wide range of menu items, including Filet Mignon, Lobster, and A5 Wagyu beef from Japan. Next, the show begins as the chefs prepare the selections in a fiery and dramatic display, coining the phrase “eater-tainment.” Wanting to share his experience when visiting his grandfather’s village in Wakayama, Japan, Aoki Group founder, Kevin Aoki, has also added “Inaka” (countryside) comfort food items to the menu.
Whether a celebration or a fun night out with friends or family, locals and visitors alike will love the unique dining experience that only Aoki Teppanyaki offers.
History
Traditional Japanese Architecture
AOKI Teppanyaki, formerly known as Rocky Teppanyaki and Benihana of Tokyo, is located at the entrance of the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki. Guests will first notice the tranquil garden and Koi pond, with statues of two of the Seven Lucky Gods of Japan guarding the entrance: “Ebisu” (the god of agriculture and business), and “Daikokuten” (the god of prosperity and wealth). The grand 5,600 sq. foot space consists of a modern-meets-traditional interior design of bold red walls, traditional “gasho” (wood panel) ceilings, and shoji screens from Japan.
Respect to Tradition
Get a Taste of Japan’s Countryside Cuisine
Wanting to share Kevin Aoki’s experiences when visiting his grandfather’s village in Wakayama, Japan, “Inaka” (countryside) comfort foods were added to the menu. Customers can select from a wide range of menu items, including Chicken Gizzards, Kobe Beef, and Jidori Chicken (range-free chicken fed with all-natural ingredients), all carefully chosen from quality Japanese markets. Other specialty items include Filet Mignon, Lobster, and A5 Wagyu beef.
Perfect Place for Any Occasion
Throw Your Event
AOKI Teppanyaki offers two semi-private spaces, the “Pacific Eagle Room” and “Rocky’s Room,” two perfect dining areas to enjoy time with friends and family or celebrate special occasions such as birthday parties, work gatherings, or graduations.
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