Benihana Kirin Beer — Price, Calories & Guide (2026)
Benihana Kirin Beer — price, calories and why this Japanese lager is the classic hibachi pairing.
What Is Kirin Beer?
Kirin is Japan’s most famous beer brand, and Benihana pours it as the default Japanese lager alongside the hibachi grill. Crisp, lightly malty and exceptionally clean-finishing, it is brewed to cut through rich, savory food — which is exactly what a hibachi dinner needs. The lighter Kirin Light is also commonly available for the calorie-conscious.
At about $6.50 a bottle or draft pour, Kirin is the most affordable alcohol on the Benihana bar menu. Beer and hibachi is a beloved combination in Japan, and a cold Kirin with fried rice and grilled shrimp is hard to beat.
Kirin Beer Ingredients
- Kirin Ichiban or Kirin Light lager
- Served chilled in bottle or draft
Kirin Beer Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per serving) |
|---|---|
| Calories (12 oz) | 150 |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12g |
| Sugars | 1g |
| Protein | 1g |
| Total Fat | 0g |
| Sodium | 10mg |
| Alcohol by volume | 5% |
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard restaurant preparation and may vary by location. Ask your local Benihana for their current official nutrition guide.
Copycat Kirin Beer Recipe (Make It at Home)
Love Kirin Beer but can’t get to Benihana? This copycat recipe captures the signature flavor at home.
Ingredients
- This one needs no recipe — but for the full experience at home:
- Japanese lager (Kirin Ichiban, Sapporo or Asahi)
- Frosted glass mugs
- Hibachi-style grilled chicken or shrimp
Instructions
- Chill the beer and frost tall glasses in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Grill chicken or shrimp hibachi-style with garlic butter and soy.
- Pour the beer with a one-inch head and serve immediately alongside the hot food.
- The cold, crisp lager against the savory grill is the whole point — enjoy.
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Kirin Beer FAQs
Final Thoughts
Simple, cold and classic — Kirin and hibachi belong together. It is the easiest, most affordable drink order on the Benihana bar menu.