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Exhilarating to the eyes and taste buds alike, Buddakan presents the vivid flavors of the Far East in a surreal atmosphere that marries the serenity of Asia with the flamboyance of 16th-century Paris. The vision of renowned interior designer Christian Liaigre, otherworldly art, ornate chandeliers and a bevy of gilded details kick the senses into overdrive, setting a dramatic precedent for fanciful, shareable Modern Asian fare inspired by multiple traditions. Dim sum, seafood and house specialties like whole Peking duck join elegant wines and specialty cocktails on a menu made to suit any occasion.
Huge, lavishly decorated restaurant offering a menu of Asian dishes & cocktails.
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Roze
Buddakan was the perfect choice for celebrating my friend’s birthday with a group. From the moment we walked in, the space felt stunning very beautiful, dramatic, and aesthetically pleasing. The ambiance alone makes it feel like a special occasion spot.
We opted for the tasting menu ($110 per person), and it was absolutely worth it. The menu included a wide variety of appetizers, entrées, and a dessert flight, giving everyone the chance to try so many different dishes. Everything was flavorful, well-balanced, and beautifully presented. The food felt very Asian-authentic while still offering unique, creative twists that made each dish stand out.
The cocktails were also excellent well crafted and enjoyable throughout the night. On top of that, the service truly elevated the experience. The staff was warm and welcoming, and our waitress was especially friendly, joyful, and attentive, which made the celebration even better.
Overall, it was a great dining experience from start to finish. Delicious food, amazing atmosphere, and wonderful service. We will definitely be coming back and highly recommend it for group dinners or special occasions.
… moreWe opted for the tasting menu ($110 per person), and it was absolutely worth it. The menu included a wide variety of appetizers, entrées, and a dessert flight, giving everyone the chance to try so many different dishes. Everything was flavorful, well-balanced, and beautifully presented. The food felt very Asian-authentic while still offering unique, creative twists that made each dish stand out.
The cocktails were also excellent well crafted and enjoyable throughout the night. On top of that, the service truly elevated the experience. The staff was warm and welcoming, and our waitress was especially friendly, joyful, and attentive, which made the celebration even better.
Overall, it was a great dining experience from start to finish. Delicious food, amazing atmosphere, and wonderful service. We will definitely be coming back and highly recommend it for group dinners or special occasions.
Mingxuan Shen
Super fun dining experience! It serves some nice Asian/Chinese fusion dishes. All food came in big serving sizes and you get some really interesting innovation. It also serves nice vegetarian options. Dishes are flavorful and mocktail tastes great as well! The atmosphere is really perfect for special event gathering. Highly recommend!
… moreJesus sierra
We visited Buddakan to celebrate a birthday, and in terms of flavor, the food was absolutely delicious. The edamame dumplings were the highlight of the night — surprising and perfectly balanced. Overall, every dish had great flavor, and the drinks were well-balanced and complemented the meal beautifully.
Unfortunately, the presentation did not match the quality of the food. Some plates were chipped, the menu looked worn out, and the tables and chairs felt unstable and noticeably deteriorated. This took away from the experience, especially for a special occasion. Sadly, none of the photos we took were good enough to share due to the condition of the plates and overall presentation.
The flavors are excellent, but the ambiance and upkeep need attention.
… moreUnfortunately, the presentation did not match the quality of the food. Some plates were chipped, the menu looked worn out, and the tables and chairs felt unstable and noticeably deteriorated. This took away from the experience, especially for a special occasion. Sadly, none of the photos we took were good enough to share due to the condition of the plates and overall presentation.
The flavors are excellent, but the ambiance and upkeep need attention.
clémentine huertas
This place is gorgeous, the atmosphere is chic, relaxed and intimate at the same time. There’s a beautiful main room with a huge table, it almost looks like a museum. The staff is super nice and the service is spot on. I had veggie dumplings with truffle and potato, very flavorful and original. The crispy tofu was amazing, super crispy and glazed perfectly. The curry was very good, with a well seasoned and cooked rice. The mochi donut balls for dessert were my favorite: crispy, chewy, not overly sweet – the perfect bite.
… moreJulian Barberi
I celebrated my anniversary here, and the food was absolutely incredible. I was really surprised by how generous the portions were, every dish was perfect for sharing and truly delicious. The atmosphere makes you feel like you’re inside a castle, which made the experience even more special. I’ll definitely be back. 100% recommended!
… moreNilima Shet
Came here for a birthday dinner a few nights ago and had a great experience! Everything we ordered was delicious and really I only have a few notes, but I think you could call it nitpicking. My main reason for not giving it five stars would be the pricing – great meal just maybe a little overpriced, but I suppose that’s New York. Before going through the meal itself, I would say the ambience is pretty cool – maybe a little too loud but trendy with moody lighting and large tables built for groups and ideal for people-watching! As for food, we didn’t do the tasting menus and decided to go rogue (read: a la carte) for our group of 6. We ordered 6 apps, 6 dishes (mains and sides) and I would say we had someee food leftover but did a decent job of finishing it! That being said…I would come hungry. As for food, we tried the crispy spring rolls (delish), short rib scallion pancakes, ducks in a row (BBQ duck and a sweet outer shell, plus points for plating and the actual “duck” craftsmanship), cauliflower lollipops, pork buns, and general tso’s soup dumplings (could have used more soup!). For our others we had the ma po tofu (not too spicy if that’s something you’re worried about), veggie fried rice (whatever sweet sauce is in here is yummy), short rib noodle, garlic chicken (perfectly seasoned and the garlic sauce is a nice touch), charred broccoli, and chicken lo mein. My favorite part (of any meal really) was dessert! We had the chocolate tart-like dessert with coffee ice cream and then the miso blondie-like dessert and the presentation was just as good as the desserts themselves! They paired perfectly with a cup of tea or espresso. I would definitely come back here and highly recommend if you’re looking for a big group spot.
… moreJavier Novella Peris
Buddakan New York offers a truly striking experience from the very first moment. The space is spectacularly beautiful, far removed from what one would typically expect from a Chinese restaurant, with an atmosphere that feels both grand and carefully designed.
The food is very abundant and generous. We ordered the dumpling tasting, which was genuinely surprising, with the edamame dumpling standing out as an absolute must. The spring rolls and the tartare were good, though ultimately not essential compared to the rest of the menu. In contrast, the baos, meat in sauce and the rice were among the best we have ever had, both in flavor and execution.
Service was attentive and thoughtful throughout the evening. As we were on our honeymoon, the team surprised us with a complimentary dessert, complete with a candle and a chocolate decoration reading “Congratulations.” These small but meaningful details made the experience even more memorable.
Overall, Buddakan delivers a complete and impressive dining experience. We would undoubtedly repeat it.
… moreThe food is very abundant and generous. We ordered the dumpling tasting, which was genuinely surprising, with the edamame dumpling standing out as an absolute must. The spring rolls and the tartare were good, though ultimately not essential compared to the rest of the menu. In contrast, the baos, meat in sauce and the rice were among the best we have ever had, both in flavor and execution.
Service was attentive and thoughtful throughout the evening. As we were on our honeymoon, the team surprised us with a complimentary dessert, complete with a candle and a chocolate decoration reading “Congratulations.” These small but meaningful details made the experience even more memorable.
Overall, Buddakan delivers a complete and impressive dining experience. We would undoubtedly repeat it.
N G
Had my birthday dinner here 2 years ago and still remember this place because I had a great dinner. Everything about this place made my bday dinner special. I love the atmosphere it’s sexy, exciting and the food was great! I definitely recommend this place for a birthday or a special occasion but also if you just want to go with a group of friends for a chill dinner.
… morePeter Pranata
Beautiful space with excellent service – perfect for a special occasion. The atmosphere blends a modern East Asian aesthetic with French-inspired decor, and the main dining hall is stunning and great for impressing guests.
Unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to expectations. I was hoping for a more polished Chinese fusion experience, but many dishes felt like familiar Cantonese-style items with twists that didn’t quite work. Several dishes leaned heavily on ginger, which became overpowering. While the ingredients seemed high quality, some additions distracted from the main flavors (e.g. jumbo prawns with walnuts paired with radish and microgreens). The lamb chops were also more gamey than expected.
Overall, a great spot for ambiance and drinks, but I wouldn’t return for the food.
… moreUnfortunately, the food didn’t live up to expectations. I was hoping for a more polished Chinese fusion experience, but many dishes felt like familiar Cantonese-style items with twists that didn’t quite work. Several dishes leaned heavily on ginger, which became overpowering. While the ingredients seemed high quality, some additions distracted from the main flavors (e.g. jumbo prawns with walnuts paired with radish and microgreens). The lamb chops were also more gamey than expected.
Overall, a great spot for ambiance and drinks, but I wouldn’t return for the food.
mia martinez
I want to start off by saying the food was amazing, no complaints. I’d recommend the Oxtail Dumplings, Milk Ice Cream, and the Dungeness Crab Sticky Rice. The interior is also stunning, though you get scammed if you’re seated on the upper level, since all of the solid ambiance is downstairs.
I have nothing nice to say about the wait staff at this location. Though I did not catch my waiter’s name, since they don’t wear name-tags, I can recognize him by the tattoo of the letter E between his thumb and index finger. From the second my party sat down, we felt judged. The waiter did not seem genuine, and was not very attentive. His major offense, which drove me to write this review, was when he took our plates away without asking us, and our plates still were 50% and 75% FULL OF FOOD. Just because we asked for dessert doesn’t mean we want our plates cleared! In fact, we wanted them to go, since we are college students and need to go to the library to study for finals. It’s not like we could have asked him to just put the plates back, because he immediately stacked them. My friend and I just stared at each other gobsmacked. Now, we are left with no food, and still hungry. We paid upwards of $170, to be left HUNGRY. It’s really unjustifiable, and most of all, sad, since the food was honestly amazing. If you have a male waiter with an “E” hand tattoo, RUN,
… moreI have nothing nice to say about the wait staff at this location. Though I did not catch my waiter’s name, since they don’t wear name-tags, I can recognize him by the tattoo of the letter E between his thumb and index finger. From the second my party sat down, we felt judged. The waiter did not seem genuine, and was not very attentive. His major offense, which drove me to write this review, was when he took our plates away without asking us, and our plates still were 50% and 75% FULL OF FOOD. Just because we asked for dessert doesn’t mean we want our plates cleared! In fact, we wanted them to go, since we are college students and need to go to the library to study for finals. It’s not like we could have asked him to just put the plates back, because he immediately stacked them. My friend and I just stared at each other gobsmacked. Now, we are left with no food, and still hungry. We paid upwards of $170, to be left HUNGRY. It’s really unjustifiable, and most of all, sad, since the food was honestly amazing. If you have a male waiter with an “E” hand tattoo, RUN,