Kanpai

Very good teppanyaki. Not too greasy and well flavored. Experience overall is good and prices include a lot. Don't be discouraged if you can't get a table at the grills. Food is equally as good at normal seating too.

It has been a while since we've come to this restaurant. And we went here at least twice this year for birthday celebrations. Reservations required to be seated at the Teppan Grill. We sat at the Teppan bar both times we went. Making reservations was a breeze. Both times I got courtesy calls to remind and confirm our reservation. And one of those calls even offered an earlier seating due to some schedule change. Our chefs at both times were entertaining. And my kids enjoyed their birthday dinners. Food wasn't the best & prices are a bit high... but you come here & pay for the experience. Will most likely try other Teppan restaurants to find the best in town.

We enjoyed a delicious dinner at Kan Pai last night, we had reservations friendly fun hostess seated us promptly.The attention and service from our waiter was top notch. The 3 appetizers were delicious, entrees were all excellent as well. it's a special evening for all at Kan Pai

Wow! I had no idea that Bakersfield offered Teppanyaki. Kanpai is worth the visit for a unique dining experience. The restaurant's ambiance is lively and the service is excellent!I visited Kanpai this weekend with my friends to celebrate a birthday. The restaurant was packed, so I'd recommend making reservations if you want to avoid the wait. Because we wanted to order from their regular menu, we were seated promptly. I ordered the Tiger roll and it was quite flavorful. My friend ordered the Katsu. She enjoyed it, but mentioned that it was a little tough rather than crispy. Kudos to our server! Thank you for never letting our glasses empty, especially in this heat!

Outstanding!Delicious, fresh food. Superb service, meticulous with all details. What a fun treat. Everyone in our party of 10, thought it was fantastic. I am so impressed!

Glad this place is an option here in Bakersfield. Made reservations here , especially since it was Valentine's Day. Recommend reservations for sure either way; holiday or non. The sushi tasted fresh. The chef was awesome; did a lot of tricks that were entertaining. Loved his choo choo train sounds and demonstration. Food cooked exactly as you order , especially the meat. Add jalapeños to ur fried rice; gives it a nice little kick with ur meal. Very filling meal; ask for containers for ur leftovers. Taste good the next day also. They add gratuity automatically on ur bill; so check that out closely. Nice size shrimp; not them itty bitty ones where you have to eat a few at a time to think you ate one piece. It can be causal or fancy if you please. I would recommend they ask u if you want more sauces, for your food though before they take off to the next table.

First the hostess cost a star. Unclear on availability for seating. There was only two of us and the bar was getting full but the hostess failed to mention outside seating was available. Both to us and the other couple that came several minutes after we arrived. She then proceeded to say that we had to wait for our server but then seated us anyways. This did not exude confidence. We ordered some beverages they were tasty. Ordered jalapeño poppers as an appetizer. Fresh jalapeños tempuras with cream cheese and spicy sauce very good. Highly recommend. We got the little red roll. Wrapped in avocado to soothe the heat it was a good roll to add to the mix.We got the spicy yellowtail roll. It was fine not tightly wrapped but tasty. The star of the evening was the autumn roll. Crunchy tempura shrimp in rice wrap and other goodness. With several sauces on top. Very good. Topped off with dewars peppermint ice cream. Perfect

Sat in the bar. Was told there was only 1 entree vegan option - soba noodles and they were good. Staff was friendly enough.

Came here for the happy hour! They have it Mon-Fri. 2-5pm Bar & Patio only. I ordered the Shrimp Tempura Roll ($9 for HH) & it was delish! We also ordered the surf & turf roll ($22), it's pricey but it's worth it! I love how you can order hibachi from the tables and you don't have to eat in front of the grill if you don't want to. The service was just okay. She was busy with other tables, I get it but getting her attention was a challenge. Otherwise, we will return!

We went in at 3:30 on Monday, Dec. 30th and received service from a waitress with dark hair (Leslie according to the receipt). We all left saying "that was the worst service we've ever received". I literally have never seen such lack of people skills and joy from a waitress. The sad thing is that the owner was also waiting tables so you would think they would notice. I am not a queen that expects top notch service but c'mon, no one wants to spend nearly 220 (for only 4 guests) and get treated like you're annoying them. She smiled ONCE and said "have a great day" and that was when she handed us the check. We all thought maybe someone called in ‍? Totally no excuse!The tempura was cold and the calamari was $17 for the smallest freaking portion I've ever seen! I'll take our business to Jin Sushi. Their food is better, service is better, and prices are better.Everyone knows: Okay food + Terrible service + high prices = 0/10 experience. At least good service can sometimes make you want to go back--it can even make the food less crappy! Not there! The ambiance was bar heavy which is probably what keeps the light on-- that and the ridiculous prices!!Kan Pai: hire another waitress that understands what waitressing involves--representing your business. Sorry, Leslie but you should go do something else for a living!