Teppan Edo Question

[jlandis44]

I have never been able to get a reservation at Teppan Edo, but for my upcoming trip I was successful. My kids love the local Japanese steakhouse, so I thought they'd like this place. How does it compare to your average local steakhouse? I've heard from friends here that the food isn't very good and the "show" is average at best, and I've read similar things on line in reviews. Since this crowd here is more Disney oriented than your average person (like I am!), I thought I'd try for some perspective from we Disney lovers...thanks!

 

[Monty]

I've never had a bad meal there. The "show" has always been OK, it depends on the chef you get. The restaurant is fine. If you like your local, you'll like Teppan Edo.

 

[DisneyDebNJ]

My son loves Tappan Edo, a must do every trip for him. I think it's pretty comparible to Benihanna or Sakura. Yes, I agree with the fact, it really depends on the chef. Some are more interactive than others, but usually, if you're celebrating something special (birthday, anniversary, etc) the chef does interact with you more than others. I would definately give it a try, look at it this way, even if you don't really care for the food, your children will be thankful you went :wave:

 

[lighteningqueen]

Wonderful, very tasty and very tender meat.We had a great chef..Would never miss going there.. A Must do!!!

 

[Pioneer Hall]

When I went it was fine, but it wasn't as good as the places I would go to in NJ. For those who don't have restaurants like that, then I think it's a good choice...if you have a good hibachi restaurant elsewhere then you might want to try something else.

 

[Monorail Lime]

The experience at Teppan Edo is basically the same as every other hibachi restaurant. Most chefs will do the usual tricks found elsewhere such as the onion volcano, "egg roll", etc. and little else. The food and show are decent but personally I'd recommend branching out and trying something new if you are already used to hibachi.

 

[wdwmomof3]

We just went for the first time on our last trip and we all really liked it.:slurp: The food was good and our Chef was hilarious. I also tried the Ginger cake and once I took the ginger filling out of it it was good, it was to much with it in there. :hurl:

Over all I would give it an 8 out of 10.

 

[GoochDSA]

TE is great if you do not have hibachi restuarants back home that you visit. If you do have places back home, your better off going to a different restaurant. The menu will not be as good as your place back home (TE does not have hibachi rice which is a deal breaker for some), the show is nothing special and is usually better and more interactive at the restaurants back home and TE is more expensive than the hibachi restaurants we have around here (for a much lesser experience).

If someone has never been to a place like this, then I recommend TE, afterall you can't miss what you don't know. However, for those of us fortunate enough to have hibachi restaurants closer to home, it's not worth it when there are much better dining experiences around EC/WS.

 

[Master Yoda]

I have never had bad food there but the cost and show, when compared to similar off property options, leaves something to be desired.

 

[swissamy]

My first thought is that you get less _ MUCH LESS- than your local Japanese steakhouse. At our local restaurant (not a big chain, but family owned) we get a shrimp appetizer, soup and salad with the meal. I do not remember getting the soup or grilled shrimp appetizer at Teppan Edo. Also, the portions are smaller and the prices are higher. We lover Japanese food but have finally decided it is cheaper and more rewarding to go the the local restaurant and enjoy other world showcase eateries that we cannot replace so easily at home. However, if you do not have easy access to Japanese steakhouses in your area, go - it's pricey but a fun experience - Also, they DO NOT take Tables in Wonderland which adds to our bill!

 

[sksowell]

I think you have your answer with other posts, and I agree with them. Overall it's the same as your local place and show depends on the chef. Overall food is good, but amount of food is defintely less than our local place. Hope you have a great time and enjoy the onion volcano.

 

[Phonedave]

When I went it was fine, but it wasn't as good as the places I would go to in NJ. For those who don't have restaurants like that, then I think it's a good choice...if you have a good hibachi restaurant elsewhere then you might want to try something else.

What Evan said (and I think I go to the same places in NJ he does).

The lack of a full sushi bar was also a let down for me. You get the two or three rolls that are on the menu and that is it. My daughter asked for a cucumber roll, and they said they could not make it. That means that what they do offer is pre-made and held in storage :hurl:

It was not a bad meal or show, but it was by no means anything special. Fire codes also prohibits the use of the flaming onion volcano - at least that's the impression I got when the chef told me "Mickey says we cannot do it"

-dave

 

[Phonedave]

I think you have your answer with other posts, and I agree with them. Overall it's the same as your local place and show depends on the chef. Overall food is good, but amount of food is defintely less than our local place. Hope you have a great time and enjoy the onion volcano.

When I was there they would not light the volcano, just let it steam. They said they were not allowed. Has this changed?


-dave

 

[Master Yoda]

What Evan said (and I think I go to the same places in NJ he does).

The lack of a full sushi bar was also a let down for me. You get the two or three rolls that are on the menu and that is it. My daughter asked for a cucumber roll, and they said they could not make it. That means that what they do offer is pre-made and held in storage :hurl:

It was not a bad meal or show, but it was by no means anything special. Fire codes also prohibits the use of the flaming onion volcano - at least that's the impression I got when the chef told me "Mickey says we cannot do it"

-dave

I'll wager that it is more of a Disney not wanting to hear guests complain about it (ie my child saw fire and is traumatized, now give us a million dollars) as the fire martial apparently has no issues with the Japanese restaurants 100 yards off property having flaming onion volcanoes.

 

[Pioneer Hall]

What Evan said (and I think I go to the same places in NJ he does).

The lack of a full sushi bar was also a let down for me. You get the two or three rolls that are on the menu and that is it. My daughter asked for a cucumber roll, and they said they could not make it. That means that what they do offer is pre-made and held in storage :hurl:

It was not a bad meal or show, but it was by no means anything special. Fire codes also prohibits the use of the flaming onion volcano - at least that's the impression I got when the chef told me "Mickey says we cannot do it"

-dave

This is interesting, and I personally don't understand why they wouldn't want to offer it at Teppan Edo. The restaurant with a sushi bar is connected and owned by the same company. You would think they would want to capitalize on someone looking to spend 20+ on a sushi appetizer. Even in your case, that basic cucumber roll would have cost something like 5 bucks which would have been a nice profit margin.

 

[jlandis44]

Thanks to everyone for their thoughts! I think we'll keep the reservations since the kids do enjoy that type of place, but I'll just know going into the experience what to expect. Thanks again!

 

[Scuttle]

The food was very good when inwas there. Same quality as Kobe steakhouse. You'll enjoy. The chef we had was great and very funny.

 

[Phonedave]

I'll wager that it is more of a Disney not wanting to hear guests complain about it (ie my child saw fire and is traumatized, now give us a million dollars) as the fire martial apparently has no issues with the Japanese restaurants 100 yards off property having flaming onion volcanoes.

Yet, the chef had no problem making a Mickey head out of onion rings and then chopping it up and saying "ohhhh, Mickey died." Really, she did. That one sort of suprised me.

Yeah, but I would bet you are right. It is most likely a Disney rule, not a fire marshal rule.


-dave

 

[Phonedave]

This is interesting, and I personally don't understand why they wouldn't want to offer it at Teppan Edo. The restaurant with a sushi bar is connected and owned by the same company. You would think they would want to capitalize on someone looking to spend 20+ on a sushi appetizer. Even in your case, that basic cucumber roll would have cost something like 5 bucks which would have been a nice profit margin.

I was suprised by it as well. You would think they would have a deal where they could cross bill if necessary (just to keep inventory and profit/loss statements true).

I know when we do Teppan dining here, we order sushi as well. I am guessing you go to Kiku or Mt. Fuji when you are in NJ? Both of them have full sushi service. Very suprising that Teppan Edo does not.


-dave

 

[Pioneer Hall]

I was suprised by it as well. You would think they would have a deal where they could cross bill if necessary (just to keep inventory and profit/loss statements true).

I know when we do Teppan dining here, we order sushi as well. I am guessing you go to Kiku or Mt. Fuji when you are in NJ? Both of them have full sushi service. Very suprising that Teppan Edo does not.


-dave

I don't go to those...I think you are bit more north than I was in NJ. I had gone to Kyoto or Shogun 18, and both offered full sushi as well.