Teppan Tora

Teppan Tora absolutely delivered! The sushi was incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. The chefs were professional, polite, and very accommodating throughout our visit. The baked mussels were cooked perfectly — full of flavor and done just right. You can really taste the quality of the fish. Great atmosphere, great service, and an overall fantastic dining experience. We’ll definitely be back!

Chef Home went above and beyond in every possible way. From the moment he arrived, we felt cared for, respected, and truly valued. The food was absolutely incredible—full of flavor, beautifully presented, and prepared with so much passion and excellence. What made this experience even more special was the way he treated my baby, Genesis. As a mom, that meant everything to me. He was so patient, kind, attentive, and genuinely thoughtful toward her, making sure we were comfortable and at ease the entire time. That level of care is rare and speaks volumes about who he is as a person, not just as a chef. You can tell Chef Home doesn’t just cook—he serves with heart. He creates an experience filled with warmth, professionalism, and love. We felt spoiled, honored, and incredibly grateful. If you’re looking for someone who delivers exceptional food, outstanding service, and genuine human kindness, Chef Home is the one. We will absolutely remember this experience forever and recommend him without hesitation. 🙌✨

I was so impressed by this spot — the aesthetic and branding are on point. Felt like a hidden gem here in Fresno. I tried the Tora Tostadas and the Omakase Box, and both were absolutely delicious — fresh, creative, and full of flavor. It’s great to have sushi of this quality right here in the Central Valley. Definitely worth checking out if you’re looking for an aesthetically pleasing sushi experience in Fresno!

Amazing quality fish, artfully made sushi, friendly and attentive service! This place is so underrated!!! Perfect for those who crave sushi that tastes more authentic and less fried and Americanized. Even the prices are super reasonable for such great quality.

Waited by the door even if I have reservations. There's only 2 servers in the dine in area and even if it wasn't too crowded, took awhile to get our orders. Our appetizer took a long time and we suspect our server forgot to place it in. We ordered the Seafood tower. After some time, the ice started melting and the food is floating on the melted water. We liked the Salmon Burrata, the appetizer that took a long time.

Came for Teppanyaki, made a reservation at 7pm and showed up early for the reservations. Upon arrival we waited at the door for 5 minutes before a single member from the staff even said a simple “hi welcome in we will be with you in a few minutes” (mind you this was after the sushi chefs and other staff stared at us at the host stand and just simply turned around and ignored, while not busy at all). Staff seem almost entirely disinterested to be there. Only somewhat good part about the service was the teppanyaki chef. Staff needs a little more training on how to welcome customers at the door, introduce themselves to a table, at least appear more interested in their job, and not move at the pace of a snail. (Coming from someone with 5+ years in the restaurant business).

ABSOLUTELY a MUST GO!!!!!!! 😁 You will not be sorry you did! Everything is delectable 🤤 to taste. Absolutely the closest to perfection one can get from a Japanese dish. We really did love it. You must try their sushi 🍣😜

David ( Jeremiah) was the best Teppanyaki chef I’ve had in a very long time if not the best. He was very personable, funny, find the menu I mean, and offered a new approach to Teppanyaki. he used to work at another local spot in the area and they must be fuming because he has to be one of the best assets to the team, not feeling guilty at all, giving him a tip in this economy he put on a show. Request him if you’re trying to have a great night in the 559.

Great food. Service was good, meaning the servers did a good job, but I think they were short staffed. Wait time was annoying. Ambiance is good and restaurant temp. is comfortable. This is not the place to go if you are looking for a quiet dinner, but that is the nature of teppanyaki. We will go back. Jim D

I came here with colleagues and my intern for a holiday celebration. Seriously love this place and they have a great happy hour M to F. We arrived at our reservation time at 4:30pm and was seated promptly. The owner came out to greet us as she is besties with one of the girls in our party so it so nice to meet her. It's so beautiful inside and out. Our cook for our assigned table was out and we had this gentleman who put on a lovely show for us! The fire works, commentary and playful was exceptional. What we needed! The cocktails were delicious. I love GIN anything so this place had me at gin xD The food was delicious and tasty. Definitely enjoyed our time here. Can't wait to come back!

We had lunch at 11 AM on a Monday afternoon and there was only one other table with people. So it was nice and quiet inside. The decor is dark and modern which I loved. I had seen this place on Dan dish and wanted to check it out. I had wanted the chiriashi dish, but then asked the waiter what his recommendation was, and he suggested the sashimi deluxe which is similar to the Chiriashi which is sashimi over a bit of rice that comes with small salad and miso soup. But the sashimi deluxe comes with more fish and is over a bed of daikon and seems a bit more than the Chiriashi. It was perfect to share with my friend who also got the assorted tempura dish. And we also ordered spicy edamame. This was plenty of food for two of us and we're big eaters. All the fish was very fresh and came with fresh wasabi which the waiter told us is only grown in a few places in America. It really made a difference! I'm not a huge fan of wasabi, but I could eat this for days. The service was personable and fast. We were in and out within 45 minutes. I will be sure to come back and try the A5 Wagyu beef next time and probably sit at the sushi bar to watch the magic.

This was our first time here in this incarnation. It was early on a Friday evening and not crowded. One couple at the bar, my wife and I in general dining, and a couple of tables of teppanyaki going. Service was excellent. And the food was very good. The star of the show was the fresh wasabi - absolutely delicious. The fried rice, tempura, and nigiri were top notch. The sushi rolls were the weak spots, but they were still very good. Everyone was very friendly, and the place seemed very clean. We will be going back - for that fresh wasabi as a major draw.

Service is great- Anna is amazing, super attentive and checks in on us multiple times. We usually come for the Teppan which is great, love the fried rice and beef/chicken. We tried the Bento lunch specials last time we went and were disappointed. The chicken was rubbery and tough. It also didn't taste like teriyaki? Salmon was also overcooked. The calamari was alright, breading was good but I wasn't a fan of the sauces provided. The Bento protein portions are also a bit smaller than other restaurants.

Came in for lunch with my girlfriends. The food was really good. Flavorful. We all tried different things. Their hot mustard was not good that could be better. The restaurant was clean and smelled great however it was very hot inside. I get that it's teppanyaki but it was insanely hot. We had a wonderful server. Very nice and accommodating Now the reason for my low review. He accidentally put chicken on my plate before I could stop it. I said it wasn't mine and he grabbed it back off a plate I had been touching and put it onto my friends. I have a germ thing so to me this was disgusting. He also dropped 2 pieces of my meat onto the table of their already little portions. We paid 80 for all 3 of us which isn't bad but we had some food violation server. I feel bad to be upset because our cook was also very nice but it was not okay and the tricks were lacking.

Ordered over the phone on a Thursday night. Black and natural wood decor blends traditional and modernized interior. We picked up one Tempura Shrimp Appetizer and Salmon Teriyaki Bento Boxes. Each bento box included edamame, rice, salad, mixed tempura, miso soup, and of course salmon. Eager to return soon for teppanyaki grill.

We had a great meal on a Sunday afternoon, with plenty of time for good food and conversation. Sherry, our server, was very helpful and thoughtful to attend to all of our needs.

Made reservation for party of 10 for a birthday and was seated quickly in a more private group seating which was nice. We were welcomed by Anders who was extremely attentive. Super friendly and helpful especially dining with 4 little kiddos and offer chopstick helper attachment which was nice. Our chef Jeremiah was hilarious & provided an entertaining teppan show that kept us engaged while cooking our meals as well as keeping the kiddos eyes peel open to watch what's next. Lunch prices was a great deal for our meals with more than enough portion to have some to take home. Overall, it is a good price if you want teppan and can get an entertaining show and not have to eat during dinner to get it like some other places do.

Greeted with a smile and seated at the time of our reservation. Our chef, Jeremiah, made our experience memorable. The seafood combo, NY steak and Shrimp were cooked perfectly. Very clean, and set up was spacious. Definitely coming back

Went there for their lunch specials. The specials come with a miso soup, salad, white rice and two items. We picked chicken katsu and tuna sashimi for the lunch special and ordered a Tuesday special Teppan bowl: bacon fried rice with a choice of meat/vege. There were some customers but it wasn't particularly busy. The wait for the food was slightly longer than I anticipated, about 20 minutes for the fried rice, and 5 more minutes after that for the miso soup and another 15 minutes for the special. The katsu was not good and was dry. It looked like they fried it the first time, cut it, and it was not fully cooked, so they fried it again. (Or it was old and they refried it again.) The sashimi was fishy. The fried rice was a bit better, but it wasn't tasty. The server was okay but the service was slow. Probably will not come back.

I grew up coming to Sakanaya so I was sad to see it go but excited to try the new & approved Teppan Tora. The restaurant looks similar but is cleaner and updated. The new bar looks great and bartender, Anna made us delicious drinks. 8 of us had a reservation at 7:00pm and were sat promptly. I was so happy to see that Teppan Tora kept past employees. The sweetest lady still works there and her face lit up when I said hello! The chefs were backed up so she took our drink and food orders. Our miso soup and salads were brought while the chef finished up. The fried rice was delicious and is now made with bacon. Hot & spicy always kicks the food up a notch. Overall enjoyed our food and they brought mochi for our friend's birthday!

I had an amazing experience! The food was fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection right in front of us. The chef put on such a fun show for our 10 month old daughter. Lots of laughs, great energy, and impressive skills. Anna was just as outstanding. Every staff member was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcomed. She checked on us often and made sure we had everything we needed. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending it to friends and family!

I made reservations for my MIL's bday celebration via Yelp party of 6 (2high chairs) for 2:30pm. We arrived 5mins prior to our reserved time. There were already people there waiting as well. When I entered the hostess was helping the party that entered before me. I'm not sure what was going on but it took her a while to come back to the front. I was waiting for her or someone else to come back to check us in. Just saw a lot of workers walking around. Finally someone came and greeted us and checked us in. Then the hostess came back and greeted us and asked how many. I told her I had reservations and a few seconds later the lady that had greeted us first took us back to the teppanyaki tables. Guess we didn't make it clear but my husband wanted just a regular table and there was no option during reservations online nor were we asked when we got checked in. Once seated we looked over the menu they had sushi with vegan options, noodles and rice bowls, apps and salads. We were also given a small lunch menu 11:30pm-2:30pm. Not sure why it was given when they sat us down about 10mins after our 2:30pm reservation. Anyways we waited a little while until our server came to get our orders as he was also the server for the party across from us. He was nice and took our orders right away. I ordered the Tora Trio (chicken, teriyaki beef and shrimp). Our teppan chef was kind and did a few tricks asked if there was an occasion we were celebrating. We mentioned it was my MIL's birthday so it was nice that he did a little show and we sang her a Happy Birthday. At the end he brought out his lights and speaker and presented another fire show. The food was okay nothing spectacular and a bit overpriced compared to competitors. Everything was also a tad bit on the salty side. But I did enjoy the beef and the chicken which was perfectly cooked. Overall glad to have tried not sure if we'll be returning. Teppan was okay, service in the beginning was so slow, it was a bit frustrating just having to wait on someone to greet us or even check us in when we arrived early for our reservation. Also, not that we expect anything but a small dessert to celebrate a birthday would have been nice.

Solid teppanyaki spot. Inside is modern, clean and aesthetically pleasing. We got teppanyaki for lunch and our chef was very good. The trio came with teriyaki steak, chicken, and shrimp. Very flavorful and cooked just how we liked. The hot and spicy chicken was also very flavorful and not overcooked. We also tried the red dragon roll, the fish was fresh and not too spicy. Our chef made great conversation and was welcoming. They also have cocktails/wine/beer to choose from. I got the hibiscus mule which was refreshing and paired well with the meal. Can't wait to be back! :)

Great food service and drinks! We will definently be back! The friend rice was delicious.

Located at the Riverview Shopping Center, you'll find this new yummy teppanyaki spot. On my visit, there was no signage to indicate where they are or that they are open; however, if you are familiar with Sakanaya, it's in the same place but with new owners. Came here on a Sunday around noon for teppanyaki and it was not busy (I don't think many people know this spot is here yet!!!). The interior is super clean and has a nice ambiance. The food was yummy. I'm a sucker for teppanyaki so you can't go wrong with the classic complimentary miso soup, choice of protein, fried rice, hibachi veggies, and beansprouts! I opted to get the hot and spicy chicken and it was great. The absolute highlight of the meal was definitely our teppanyaki chef, Barry! Juggling cooking, doing cool tricks, and making conversation is no easy task but he did it. He was awesome!!! My family and I have been to numerous teppanyaki restaurants in Fresno but by far the best chef we've had was him! He made the experience 10x better. I would definitely come back here again.

I wouldn't come here again with a large group or be seated with a full table. If you are served last, expect very little food. The kids at my table received an adult portion while the adults received child sized portions. The cook was at fault so if you do come here hopefully you don't get our cook. I forgot his name.

Legit sushi spot! Found this gem of a spot offering melt in your mouth sashimi (tako, toro, yellowtail belly) and it more than compares to places we've enjoyed in SoCal. Service was top notch, attentive and friendly. Ask for Chef Bobby, who will take you on a culinary journey. This will definitely be our go-to spot for sushi. Enjoy!

What a great teppanyaki place in north fresno-- there was no sign outside for Teppan Tora, but saw an inviting Open sign. We came for lunch, a party of 6 and opted for teppanyaki. We were seated immediately. The teppanyaki experience was great! The food was very good, the soup was nice and warm, the fried rice, meats and vegetables were all cooked to my liking-- well seasoned. And our chef was very interactive-- which made all our lunch experience a great one!

I first tried their food during my office lunch that was catered by them. The bacon fried rice was so delicious so we decided to try the whole Teppan experience. So delicious! Our chef is hilarious and the waiter is really attentive. The place is clean and well maintained as well. Will go back again!

Presentable, good price. Had a bit of gut issues afterwards, wasn't sure if it was the fried rice or the unlimited Kumamoto oysters (which were otherwise quite good). Our teppanyaki experience was good, though I think he may have scorched the eggs a bit longer than I would have.

This place is incredible. It's under new ownership since Feb. 2025. We went in Sunday afternoon for lunch and were immediately seated. We indicated we were there to eat not for a "show" and the chef promptly served us. Food is delicious and the new remodel is very modern and upscale. We will be returning very soon!!

Sadly sakanaya is gone when we coming. We decide to give it a try. Same owner with namikaze which I haven't have a chance to try it yet . So we order their boat and hubby order sake. Food tastes good. Decor is nice with great outdoor seating. Our server is nice and food comes out fast.

Our first experience here was for my birthday & we had a great time! The inside was nice & pretty similar to any other teppanyaki spot. However, they do have a beautiful outdoor patio that separates it from others in Fresno. The service was fast & the food was delicious! We ordered New York Steak, Hot & Spicy Chicken, Shrimp, Fried Rice, & Veggies. The prices were fair for the large portions you receive. The steak & shrimp were very good & fresh. We will definitely be back for a family dinner! New York Steak 10/10 Hot & Spicy Chicken 10/10 Fried Rice 10/10 Veggies 10/10

Ok this place was good. Not amazing, but great. Service was on point and I appreciate it. Beer was cold and the appetizers were hot. This is a nice place for a group to get together and enjoy each other's company over a great meal. The food is freshly cooked in front of you. The way you want it. The only thing I am eh about it the amount of oil they keep putting to get the meat to cook. I knows it's a flat grill but it could've been a littler tastier without all the oil. So, flavor is ok, but you can taste the oils over seasoning. I think this is just going to happen no matter what. Overall, a good place for a group.

Hands down the freshest fish in Fresno! Every bite of sushi was incredibly fresh, you can really taste the difference. The rice was perfectly done, not too mushy, not too firm -- just right, which is surprisingly hard to find. The atmosphere is also a big upgrade -- they've clearly done some remodeling and it shows. Everything feels new and modern with a chic, welcoming vibe. The large koi pond in the back adds a super calming touch, great for relaxing while you eat. Our waitress was super friendly and went above and beyond by letting us order off the lunch menu even though we came in a little past lunch -- definitely appreciated that discount! We also had the teriyaki beef and it was cooked perfectly, super flavorful and tender. I'm already planning to come back soon to try their teppanyaki next time. Highly recommend! Note: we started eating before snapping photos!!

This place was very nice inside and very BUSY! Thankfully we made a reservation which I HIGHLY recommend doing. We did show up 45 minutes early so we sat at the bar and had a drink. We were immediately greeted but the bartender was STRESSED. I actually felt bad for her, she was alone and had a lot going on. But, she was attentive and very nice. Sushi and oysters were so good! The steak we ordered for the teppanyaki side wasn't one of the best we've had. It was not seasoned as well and for the price we paid and amount of food we ordered it was kind of a let down. Over all, I feel like this place was a good choice for sushi though, but the teppanyaki could use some work.

2/20/26 Hot & New! Getting lunch! Baked Mussels, Angel Hair and Red Dragon ordered. The worker was kind and said they were very popular. She gave total and I went to pick it up. They don't have signs up yet. They opened Valentine's Day. Greeted by a very kind worker who was Great and kindly welcomed me in. Restaurant is very nice! Large. Teppenyaki set up on one side. Many tables and chairs along with a bar. Order was ready. I paid for it and the worker handed it over with good day wishes! Great! Lunchtime! Order split. Baked mussels were Great! Nice flavor & spice! Red Dragon roll was Fresh & Flavorful! Great spice too! Angel hair roll was different & Delicious! Mother said hers was Really Great! Plus, we both have plenty of leftovers! Fantastic ginger & wasabi included too! Wasabi ixed with soy sauce making it even better! Great service & GREAT lunch! Highly recommended!

The food was really good and big portions. The service was excellent and friendly. Kelly did an outstanding service and very attentive. The restaurant was perfect for a quiet date night. I recommend if you are the Fresno area to check this place out. The sushi was excellent also with variety to experience. I don't drink so review is based on food.

Edo Ya is my usual Go To for Teppan, but today went to Teppan Tora for the second time. Can't say enough good about it. What a great experience. No crowd. Very relaxing. I always order teriyaki chicken, friends went with steak, and they didn't disappoint. On par with any other I've had. Portions were generous and tasty. Couldn't find a complaint if I tried. Server Anders and chef Jeremiah were engaging and friendly. All in all, an excellent, enjoyable experience with no possible room for improvement. 5 Star. If you've never been here, or stick with one of the other eateries, give it a try.

My husband and I wanted to try this place and it turned out to be a disappointment. My husband ordered the ponzu plate . New York steak with fried rice and asparagus for $ 37. It literally looked like a child's plate. It had a mini cup of bacon fried rice (it looked like it was sitting out for a bit) and three pieces of withered asparagus cut into six pieces. He also ordered a roll which he never received. So much for trying something different. We will stick to our go to place from now on.

Food was great. Bartender was awesome. However the server was more interested in taking shots at the table with her friend instead of actually serving us(ducking to take a shot did not hide you). Highly recommended if you're not in that persons section.

They hosted us for our rehearsal dinner and it was phenomenal! Thank you! We highly recommend to anyone looking to host a larger party event!

We were invited to celebrate my Aunt Lo Lo's 70th birthday this past Thursday at this new and improved restaurant that was absolutely fantastic. The atmosphere was cozy and relaxing, perfect for a special occasion or a casual get-together. Our waitress Sarah was exceptional, anticipating our needs and providing excellent recommendations. (Daou Chardonnay which we should have ordered the bottle like she offered) The chef was kind and service was fast, efficient, and it was nice to enjoy our meal without feeling rushed unlike most teppanki places. Overall, 10/10.

Great food! Sat at the teppanyaki area and got graced by Juju's awesome performance. The staff was very attentive and got out food fast and they all tasted good. The place was super spacious and fun to hang around with family and friends.

Food was okay. Service felt like they were not ready and felt clumsy. The 20% charge for a part of six felt overkill when the service was subpar. A couple of my family members did not feel well after eating there.

Great food and service, always a good time. Adding more words so that I can meet the minimum to post this review.

Solid teppanyaki restaurant with generous portions, good food, and good customer service. The teppanyaki isn't anything original or different from your typical teppanyaki, which can be found in other Fresno restaurants. At about $40/plate, it's also on the expensive end for dinner, but given portion size, could also serve as lunch the next day. There was plenty of room for more guests on the teppanyaki side on a Sunday night. Both the chef and waiter were attentive. I enjoyed my dinner, but noted that the ambience could have been improved after the ownership change, as the walls are very dark and make the room feel small. Some modernization would be nice. I also felt quite warm seated around the teppanyaki grill. The air conditioner needed to be turned up. Overall this place has great potential and solid food, and may be especially attractive during peak dinner hours.

Really happy to have a good teppanyaki so close to us! Food was great, fun atmosphere and the teppan chefs are always so friendly and nice.

Enjoyed a Teppan lunch with a friend. The decor was tasteful giving an asian vibe without being over the top. They didn't make us wait for a full table as been my experience at other restaurants. Staff was attentive but didn't hover. Our chef did a nice job. Not showy but personable. The food was delicious and plentiful. We both took home lots of leftovers. I'd go there again and have already recommended it to several friends.

My absolute favorite tepanyaki place! The food is amazing. Everything tastes fresh. They don't overdo it with sauces like the other places do. The sushi is the best I've had in town. The filet is cooked to perfection. The bacon fried rice has so much flavor! The service is the best in town. Everyone, and I mean everyone that works there is always smiling and friendly. Anderst was our server and he was friendly, always making sure we had everything we needed, and was so accommodating. He even got us seated early. Our chef was Barry and he was the best teppan chef we've ever had. We hope we get him again. The sushi chef makes incredible sushi. The best in town. He too was friendly and smiling. This was our third time here and we won't go anywhere else. You won't find better service and food at any other place. Highly highly revo

The teppanyaki was really delicious and had more flavor than I have had at other places. I ordered the jumbo scallops with fried rice. The soup and salad to start the meal was just enough to get your appetite going but light enough to where you weren't full. Our chef was very friendly and out on an excellent show and talked a bit with us. Overall was excellent for our youngest child who was 8 and was his first time. It wasn't super busy until we left. Would recommend making a reservation.

BEWARE! Got spicy tuna from here and got up in the middle of the night super sick and ended up throwing up. Just because they're under new management does not mean that it's any better now as far as freshness goes.

We have been here twice... the food is good, but nothing special and a bit overpriced. The service is fine, the inside looks nicer now that it has been renovated. Just a casual sushi place ...

We went to Teppan Tora for the first time with our family (an infant & 2 year old). The ambiance is very nice, very open & welcoming space. The food was excellent and everyone was friendly & very service oriented. We will definitely return. Jeremiah was our cook. He was fabulous & really good with the kids.

I was surprised this place didn't have more stars. Honestly if you have been to Beni Hana this place is similar except Beni Hana is disgusting! I void to never return to Beni Hana and that promise I will keep, but if I ever want a similar experience and good food I'd come here to Teppan Tora again. The food was good and I had the best grilled salmon I've had in a long time!!! The chef was very kind and funny! The staff was attentive. There was guy who seemed annoyed which was weird but maybe he was just having a bad day. The garden outside is beautiful! The only negative is that it's hot in there! It's like a little oven and the smoke can get to be too much! Fix that and honestly this place has potential. Hopefully you get the same chef I did and will have some good food!

Came for Teppanyaki dinner with my son a few days ago, having been a patron of the previous restaurant. Nice redecorating job. We came before the dinner rush, and were promptly seated by a friendly hostess. The menu was similar in content to the previous one. We ordered shrimp tempura for an appetizer, which was plenty for the two of us. Son had filet mignon and I had the New York Strip and Shrimp. The meals started with sliced mushroom soup and were served with bacon fried rice, and assorted vegetables. All were cooked to perfection and were delicious. They also supplied the hot and thick sauce I love. Washed it down with some hot sake. The portions were such that I took an entire meal's worth of food home. Service was top notch. I'm glad they're open and look forward to eating there in the future. Prices were expectedly somewhat higher than before, but worth it!

I've been coming to this restaurant for years, even before it was Tepan Tora, but today was my last time. I ordered 4 teppanyaki meals to go (at $50 per meal) and when I got home, there were no spicy sauces that always come with the meals. My kids wouldn't even eat without them. When I called, I was told the sauces are only "complimentary" if you dine in and that I'd have to pay $1 each for to-go orders. Seriously? After spending over $200, they want to nickel-and-dime me for sauce? To make it worse, the manager Natalie was extremely rude and dismissive. She basically said if I'd ever received sauce before, it was only because someone was "just being nice." This is unacceptable. Poor customer service, terrible attitude from management, and zero appreciation for loyal customers. I've brought large parties here in the past, but they've lost my business for good