Olson will provide general contracting services for the renovation, which will include additions of a sushi bar, millwork and glass partitions, and new stained oak bar counters. Olson will also replace existing gas heated Teppan cooking tables with new electric griddles.

Reconstruction of the 10,000-square-foot Benihana was designed by former Kobeissi Associates, Inc. Construction will begin late December with a completion date set for March 2002. The project cost is $460,000.

“We have partnered with Benihana in building many of their new restaurants as well as renovating existing structures,” said Dennis Reyling, president, R.D. Olson Construction. “We appreciate their continued business and enjoy working with such a progressive company.”