Kobé Japanese Steakhouse - Kirkman
Japanese restaurant · Orlando
5605 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
About
Located at 5605 S Kirkman Rd in Orlando, Kobé Japanese Steakhouse has established itself as a popular destination for those seeking an interactive dining experience. With an impressive 4.8-star rating from over 14,000 reviews, the restaurant is widely recognized for its hibachi service, where skilled chefs combine culinary preparation with engaging performances. Guests frequently highlight the entertaining atmosphere, noting that the chefs often incorporate humor, music, and charisma into their cooking shows, making it a memorable choice for families and special celebrations. Beyond the entertainment, the menu offers a variety of Japanese-inspired dishes, including fresh sushi rolls, poke bowls, and teppanyaki entrees. Diners often praise the generous portion sizes of staples like shrimp, steak, and chicken, which are typically served alongside rice, noodles, and vegetables. While the experience is centered on the hibachi grill, the restaurant also provides options for those looking for appetizers like edamame or krab rangoon. Whether visiting for a casual meal or a celebratory dinner, patrons consistently point to the hospitable service and the consistent quality of the food as primary reasons for their return visits to this Orlando staple.
Reviews Kobé Japanese Steakhouse - Kirkman
Kobe Japanese Steakhouse is widely praised for its highly entertaining hibachi chefs who provide engaging, humorous, and skillful cooking shows. Most guests report generous portion sizes and high-quality, flavorful food, though occasional inconsistencies in food preparation and service speed have been noted.
Strengths
- Entertaining and humorous hibachi chefs
- Generous portion sizes
- High-quality, flavorful food
Weaknesses
- Occasional long wait times
- Inconsistent food preparation
Best for
This restaurant is ideal for families and groups seeking an interactive, fun, and memorable dining experience.
Opening hours
- Friday
- 12–10 PM
- Monday
- 12–10 PM
- Sunday
- 12–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–10 PM
- Saturday
- 12–10 PM
- Thursday
- 12–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–10 PM
Contact
- 5605 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
- (407) 248-1978
- kobesteakhouse.com/location/kirkman-universal