Located on West 6th Street in Lawrence, Kansas, Kobe Japanese Steakhouse offers an inviting blend of culinary entertainment and authentic Japanese flavors. Known for its cozy, rustic atmosphere that evokes the feel of a traditional Japanese eatery, this local favorite has built a reputation for its high-energy hibachi grills and a comprehensive sushi bar. Whether it is a celebratory birthday dinner complete with traditional fanfare or a quiet night out enjoying fresh rolls and cocktails, the restaurant provides a warm, family-friendly environment that keeps the community returning for its generous portions and signature hospitality.
Wheelchair accessible entrance, restroom, and parking
Atmosphere
Cozy, rustic, family-friendly, and trendy
Amenities
Full bar onsite, restrooms, high chairs for children
Payment Methods
Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
Parking
Free parking lot and free street parking available
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Interactive Entertainment: Skilled hibachi chefs provide a theatrical dining experience with fire tricks, humor, and engaging performances suitable for all ages.
Signature Fried Rice: Widely regarded by locals as having some of the best fried rice, ginger sauce, and salad dressings in the region.
Celebration Specialists: A top-tier choice for birthdays, featuring a traditional drum and gong ceremony, giant oriental fans, and souvenir photos.
Comprehensive Hibachi Meals: Most hibachi entrees are served as a complete experience, including Japanese clear soup, salad with house ginger dressing, vegetables, and fried rice.
Complimentary Sherbet: Every hibachi meal concludes with a unique, refreshing rainbow sherbet, a long-standing tradition at this location.
Dietary Flexibility: The kitchen offers gluten-free options and a large selection of vegetarian-friendly dishes.
Kobe Japanese Steakhouse Menu
Appetizers and Sides
Item Name
Item Name
Edamame
Seaweed Salad
Gyoza (Fried Dumplings)
Tempura Snapper
Golden Calamari
Nigiri Sampler
Sashimi Sampler
Sushi Sampler
Spicy Crab Seaweed Salad
Fried Rice (Side)
Hibachi Vegetables
Crabmeat Blend
Scallops (Side)
Lobster Tail (Side)
Hibachi Entrees
Item Name
Description
Teriyaki Chicken
Tender chicken glazed with savory teriyaki sauce
Sirloin Steak
Hand-cut steak grilled to preference
Filet Mignon
Premium, tender center-cut beef
K.C. Strip Steak
A regional favorite, seasoned and grilled on the teppan
Garlic Steak
Sirloin steak infused with aromatic garlic
Shrimp Dinner
Succulent shrimp grilled with lemon and butter
Scallop Dinner
Ocean-fresh scallops seared to perfection
Lobster Dinner
Twin lobster tails prepared with Japanese seasoning
Fish Dinner
Choice of Salmon or Red Snapper
Hibachi Vegetable Plate
A fresh assortment of seasonal vegetables and tofu
Kobe Combinations
Item Name
Item Name
Sirloin Steak & Chicken
Sirloin Steak & Shrimp
K.C. Strip & Scallop
K.C. Strip & Lobster
Filet Mignon & Chicken
Filet Mignon & Shrimp
Filet Mignon & Scallop
Filet Mignon & Lobster
Chicken & Shrimp
Chicken & Scallop
Shrimp & Scallop
Shrimp & Lobster
Sea Food Trio (Salmon, Scallop, Shrimp)
Steak, Chicken, & Shrimp Trio
Sushi Bar Specialties
Item Name
Description
Jayhawk Roll
Crab mix on top of a fried roll with cream cheese and avocado
Rainbow Roll
Tuna, salmon, snapper, and white tuna on top of a California roll
Caterpillar Roll
Eel and cucumber topped with sliced avocado
Wild Cat Roll
Fried shrimp, spicy shrimp, mango, crabmeat, and cream cheese
Tokyo Roll
Salmon and cream cheese on top of a California roll
Kiku Roll
Tuna, salmon, snapper, crabmeat, cucumber, and avocado
Hot Sriracha Roll
Crab, avocado, and jalapeno deep fried with spicy shrimp on top
Mt. Fuji Roll
Shrimp mix on top of snapper, crab, and cream cheese (fried)
Signature Cocktails and Beverages
Item Name
Description
Green Dragon
Midori, Blue Curacao, Rum, and fruit juices
Midori Margarita
Midori melon liqueur, tequila, and sweet & sour
Madame Butterfly
Amaretto, strawberry, and coconut mix with whipped cream
Chocolate Volcano
Cacao liquor, Kahlua, Rum, and whipped cream (served with fire)
Japanese Princess
Pineapple and orange juice with Sierra Mist and grenadine
Strawberry Koori
Non-alcoholic frozen strawberry drink
Japanese Specialty Beer
Asahi, Kirin, and Sapporo
Sake Bomb
Traditional Japanese warm or cold sake served with beer
