Benihana · Thursday, November 26, 2026
Is Benihana open on Thanksgiving 2026?
It depends on the location. Benihana is open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26, 2026 in some places.
Details
Some Benihana restaurants were open on Thanksgiving 2025 with a special prix fixe menu, FOX Television Stations reported; 2026 hours haven't been announced, so check your restaurant.
Expected, based on Benihana's past practice. It hasn't announced its 2026 hours yet. Source Updated October 19, 2026.
Benihana on other holidays
Full scheduleChristmas Eve
Thursday, December 24, 2026OpenChristmas
Friday, December 25, 2026OpenNew Year's Eve
Thursday, December 31, 2026Not announcedNew Year's Day
Friday, January 1, 2027Not announcedEaster
Sunday, March 28, 2027OpenMemorial Day
Monday, May 31, 2027Not announcedJuly 4th
Sunday, July 4, 2027Not announcedLabor Day
Monday, September 6, 2027Not announced
Thursday, December 24, 2026OpenChristmas
Friday, December 25, 2026OpenNew Year's Eve
Thursday, December 31, 2026Not announcedNew Year's Day
Friday, January 1, 2027Not announcedEaster
Sunday, March 28, 2027OpenMemorial Day
Monday, May 31, 2027Not announcedJuly 4th
Sunday, July 4, 2027Not announcedLabor Day
Monday, September 6, 2027Not announced
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FedEx closed.ClosedStock market
NYSE closed Thursday, Nov. 26.Closed
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