Kobe Japanese Steak House

About the Business

Specialties

We are currently open, operating outdoor dining daily. We have expanding our outdoor area

History

Established in 1978.

Kobe Japanese Steak House was founded in 1978 by Canadian restaurateurs Hy Aisenstat and Rod Gardiner, who were inspired to reproduce a charming 300-year-old Japanese country inn along the Palm Springs area's famous Restaurant Row in Rancho Mirage. The concept involved highly trained teppan chefs serving the finest ingredients within a warm and entertaining environment, and over 25 years Kobe has provided great food and entertainment for millions of guests. Over the years, Kobe has thrived with remarkably little change. Indeed, its consistent quality and service has become a trademark for Kobe in Rancho Mirage. In the late 80's, Kobe was acquired by one of its early investors, Hideo Yamada of Japan, and in the 2000's Kobe was acquired by the Tom Lu Corporation. The building itself has matured well, settling into its role as a Japanese country inn from a different era. When it opened, Kobe was home to authentic Japanese antiques imported from Japan and valued at over $300,000 in 1978.

Meet the Manager

Business owner information

Tom L.

Manager

In January 2018, Tom purchased Kobe Japanese Steakhouse from the previous owners, the Yamada Corporation. Tom has been in the restaurant business for over 25 years working mostly in the Los Angeles area. He even helped his parents operate the Golden Tiger restaurant for many years. Tom is dedicated to continuing the history of Kobe and growing relationships with regular guests in the Coachella Valley.