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Buddha Ruksa
Thai Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, and Bar$$$$
West Seattle, Seattle
"Crispy garlic chicken is best in all Seattle!"(35 Tips)
"Yummy Crispy Garlic Chicken & Panang Curry!"(5 Tips)
"Try the Basil Martini - So refreshingly light and fantastic."(2 Tips)
"Crab wontons are top notch!"(2 Tips)
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West Seattle loves Buddha Ruksa and we do, too, but both the menu and the kitchen don't acknowledge gluten-free options or alternatives. It would be great if BR can step up a gluten-free selection.- Michael Todd SmithSeptember 21, 2015I love the cozy bar at the entrance and the crispy garlic chicken with a bottle of cold beer. Totally unassuming from the outside but a local favorite and always busy. Highly recommended!
I don't think I need to say that the Crispy Garlic Chicken is a must... Everyone else seemed to cover that! The Tom Kha soup is another one of my favorites! So good with chicken or tofu!
Steven RickmanDecember 24, 2015Like everyone else said, the crispy garlic chicken was insanely good. It's not on the lunch menu but if you ask for it you can still get it!
Ben GutnikOctober 31, 2016Awsome Asian and Thai restaurant. An extremely diverse menu with curry dishes as well. Try the spicy duck with noodles!
Crispy garlic chicken forever. Also: a shoutout for doing a great job at pandemic takeout. Social distancing markers, plastic barriers, and you wait outside with a beeper if your food isn’t ready.
Michelle D.August 9, 2013The crispy garlic duck they have right now is as good as the crack chicken, if not better. Just get both!
Doug BauderAugust 10, 2014The crispy garlic chicken is a must. Thai fried rice is pretty great too. Small dining room can fill up quick, great for take out too.
David McJuly 29, 2015Definitely the crispy garlic chicken! It's so good...just like candy. Crab wontons are great but eat them fresh in the car on your way home!
Nick GFebruary 17, 2017The Panang curry, Crispy Garlic chicken, and a side of brown rice are the perfect combo for 2. They are not on the lunch menu, but you can always ask for the dinner menu.- A West Seattle institution for nearly 10 years, Buddha Ruksa's warm and relaxed space serves fresh, delicious Thai curries, fresh rolls, satay and crispy garlic chicken. Get in early to snag a table! Read more
Audray MartinSeptember 11, 2015Crispy garlic chicken is top! I addicted going here every week. Give them a try and you will be addicted too :))))))
MathewOctober 16, 2013If you come here without getting the crispy garlic "crack" chicken, you shouldn't be allowed to come back. Do it.
The crack chicken a.k.a. Crispy garlic chicken. Also amazing Pad Thai and garlic fried rice.
Yes, the crispy garlic chicken is tops, as is the panang, red, yellow curries and pretyy much anything else I've had. Sweet staff and great to dine in when you can get a table.
Claire KerbsAugust 10, 2015Spring rolls, crispy garlic chicken and shrimp and pumpkin curry are really good!
SouthernBeetsMarch 8, 2015I second what the other 38 @Foursquare users said about the crispy garlic chicken #bestthingever
- Yummy Crispy Garlic Chicken & Panang Curry! Order a Basil Martini to wash it all down, trust me!
Malena BrushApril 15, 2016This restaurant was put on the list "15 Best Places With Delivery in Seattle," but this place doesn't deliver. Take-out only.
Carrie ShevelsonMarch 29, 2015Crab fried rice, crispy garlic chicken, and salt and pepper shrimp are stand outs
Ryan CeurvorstNovember 5, 2012Crispy garlic chicken is THE signature dish! Most unique and flavorful dish.
Emperor ConstantinApril 18, 2017The crispy duck is fantastic. You can choose from 6 different sauces!
Everyone loves the crispy garlic chicken but did you know they can add in long bean? Try it. It's a healthy and tasty choice.
The Panang curry with brown rice is just delicious. Don't forget to order four stars...you know you want to.
Geoff McNeelyOctober 15, 2010Yes, my wife loves the garlic chicken, but we love that they love children and always make us feel welcome with our young ones.
Everyone comes for the crispy garlic chicken, but it's the bags of gold and fried squash that have me hooked.
Clyde Kelly J.November 10, 2014This food is the real MVP. All of the awards given were earned. Long lines are worth the wait.
You are not worthy of Buddha Ruksa if you do not order the crispy garlic chicken (aka crack chicken).
B L WJune 19, 2017The crispy garlic chicken had potential but was served cold and stale. Sent back and round 2 seemed reheated. Waitress shrugged her shoulder. "We're busy." Pad see ew was mediocre. Skip this place.
DreJune 19, 2017I don't understand the fuss. Food is NOT made to order. Really odd for a Thai place. Broccoli on pad see yew was mold green. Obviously frozen. Not worth the time 👎🏾👎🏾
- Don't overlook the Panang Curry and Pad See Ew! So so good!
Courtney HavreDecember 17, 2010This is a great place for lunch! There's hardly anyone here & the service is great as always!!
Crispy garlic chicken is incredible. Try the orange duck also.
Tanya EdwardsAugust 15, 2010Best Thai in West Seattle hands down! Friendly service & great for take out!
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- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
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- 4:00 PM–10:00 PM
(206) 937-7676
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