Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Hibashi Teppan Grill, Sushi & Bar in North Dallas offers multiple concepts in one location

By Pegasus News wire

Immeasurable numbers of North Texans now can enjoy the marvelous and fresh flavors of Japanese cuisine in a unique environment that is an infinite feast for all ages: Hibashi Teppan Grill, Sushi & Bar. The concept combines full-flavor food, the drama of at-the-table Hibashi grilling, world-class artistry of sushi and high-energy entertainment of a Las Vegas-style bar - all in one location.

Hibashi owner and founder Steven Sohn has debuted his new restaurant concept that covers 12,000 square feet, with high-energy, dynamic and entertaining dining experiences throughout the stunning new North Dallas destination at the North Dallas Tollway and 635, just across from Galleria Dallas.

"We are so excited to be in North Texas to provide guests with a unique experience of Japanese cuisine," said Sohn. "Our expansive menu and high-energy space provides fun and fresh food that has many health benefits, too. Our culinary team is completely focused on providing the best flavor, entertainment and value - everything for each guest to love."

Sohn visited restaurants around the world when researching the restaurant's design. "Friends would tell me, "You have to go see this restaurant here,' and no matter where it was, I would go check it out. It took a year to get the design for Hibashi just right," he said. Sohn also found his inspiration in nature, reflecting the sky, ocean and mountains in the shapes and colors used in the interior design of the restaurant.

He also created two original sculptures for the restaurant as well: "Multi-colored Waves" behind the Sushi Bar and "Sky Blue Wave" above the Las Vegas-style bar. "Multi-Colored Waves is the coral, bands of color reaching up to the sky," he said. "It changes colors depending on the lighting and where you stand in the restaurant. Sky Blue Wave is the clear night sky above the Rocky Mountains where the air is especially pure."

Guests can choose from an array of full-flavor recipes, including amazing and fresh cuisine prepared at one of 14 show-stopping Hibashi grills throughout the restaurant. At each Hibashi station, families and friends can fully enjoy the showmanship of Hibashi's trained chefs as they perform and prepare the finest Japanese dishes right in front of guests, with stunts with knives and colorful ingredients to delight the eye and the palate.

Hibashi guests can also select from more than 50 recipes of the freshest sushi at Hibashi's nearly 40-foot Sushi Bar, featuring the finest fish and seafood from oceans and streams around the globe. The artistry of such recipes makes the arrival of each sushi recipe at the table an experience in itself. "Most of the fish is flown in from Japan," Chef Kenny Chong said. "We only use Grade One sushi fish, only the best."

Chefs Kenny Chong and Jay Kuma lead Hibashi's culinary team with years of experience in Japanese cuisine concepts, having prepared fine recipes for their guests in cities across the United States. The restaurant features daily specials, starring with $5 Yakitori, $6 sushi rolls, Teppan grill lunch specials starting at $9 and more.

Hibashi blends flavors from around the world with modern Japanese dishes in their style of Japanese Fusion dining. Under the direction of Chef Kenny and Chef Kuma, the modern Sushi roll is taken to palate-pleasing extremes. Chef Kuma delights in creating new original rolls with the flavors of Asia and America, inspiring the creation of original sauces to complement and enhance the innovative blend of tastes. The White Dragon Roll dramatically demonstrates their philosophy of Japanese Fusion. "It's Spicy Tuna, Fried Shrimp and cucumber topped with Super White Tuna, drizzled with Bacardi 151 and served on fire," Chef Kuma said. Another is the Santa Maria Roll, a fiery combination of mozzarella cheese, red and green pepper, jalapeno, onion, lettuce, tortilla and spicy tuna. "One bite and you say 'Santa Maria!'" said Chef Kuma.

Guests who enjoy the energy and showmanship of an entertaining bar can enjoy Hibashi's Las Vegas style bar, with nightly "Flair Shows" when Hibashi bartenders toss bottles and mix classic drinks with stunts that delight and amaze audiences all around.

Hibashi's elegant private dining space is an ideal location for family and business celebrations, seating up to 35. Chefs Kenny Chong and Jay Kuma work with each guest party to design a special menu for each celebration. Guests also have access to state-of-the-art technology for presentations for business or family events on screen.

Source: Hibashi

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