Buddakan
Chinese Restaurant and Asian Restaurant$$$$
Chelsea, New York
The dumplings at Buddakan is a can't miss
"Try the edamame dumplings, the sizzling short rib & the pork buns."(85 Tips)
"Love the Chili Rock Shrimp and Edamame Dumplings!"(16 Tips)
"Alaskan black cod and lobster fried rice are pretty amazing as well."(13 Tips)
"Amazing! Get the hoisin glazed pork belly and glazed black cod."(23 Tips)
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Great food, decent prices, awesome ambiance. Consistently good. Fever cocktail is a glass of yumminess. Everything on the menu is real Chinese food. None of the starchy-MSG crap. What's not to like?
FarahOctober 4, 2013Its where Carry and Big had their rehearsal dinner.. I liked the lobster egg rolls and the crying chocolate. The bad thing is you have to wait at least 35 mins even if u had a reservation a week ago!
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Ms HeleneApril 22, 2013Best dishes-Appetizers: tuna tartare spring roll, oyster & foie gras; Entrees: roast duck pancakes, ma po crispy fish, steak with parsnip chips; Dessert: Crying Tiger was the best!
Paige CMay 24, 2017Service was excellent. My friends and I dined for my birthday and we were very happy with the food and ambiance. The edamame dumplings, lobster fried rice, and pretty much everything were delicious!
MadsMay 18, 2015The Bo Bo Plate is a great appetizer for tasting the tuna spring rolls, sesame shrimp toast (one of my favorites!), boneless spare ribs, carrot dumplings and Cantonese spring roll.
The Corcoran GroupNovember 6, 2010Awesome décor and architecture! And it doesn’t outshine the food! Try the chili rock shrimp, Mongolian lamb chops and lobster fried rice. It’s easy to overdo it here.
PhyllisApril 13, 2017This place is always a surprise. Came here several times and I'm amazed at the size of the restaurant + quality control in the kitchen. Every dish has been very good. Would highly recommend Buddakan.
John AgapitosMarch 19, 2018Amazing ambiance, great music! A “must-see” Asian restaurant. Favorite dishes are the Whole Peking Duck, the Sizzling Short Rib, and the Minced Pork Lo Mein.
- Caroline DengJanuary 31, 2016This is where Carrie from Sex & The City had her engagement party. They have a free coat check at the door. Love the Chili Rock Shrimp and Edamame Dumplings!
Daniel LandbergAugust 6, 2016The jumbo shrimp as well as ribs are the best I have ever had and at a decent price at that. Just incredible. Service was truly exceptional. Definitely among the best dining experiences in the city!
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍April 20, 2019If you happen to like "Buddha Bar" franchise, you'll like it in here. Buddakan has decadent decor in an awe inspiring ambience. Perfect place for groups, business meals, date nights or clubbing
NatachaMarch 13, 2016Amazing! Great setting, nice waiters, good music vibes, and the food! I had the tuna tartare spring rolls and they were to die for! Lobster eggrolls are for big eaters. Bigger place than expected.
Amy MixaMarch 31, 2017The tasting menu was amazing, specifically the edamame dumplings, cashew peanut noodles, cod, and short ribs. It was also way too much food!
AnupSeptember 6, 2014Make reservations. They have an amazing waits staff. I'm always impressed how quickly they manage to get your food to you. The crying chocolate cake is a must try.
Kimberly AginDecember 18, 2014We were a group of 8, went family style, and enjoyed every single dish. Some favs: Jumbo Shrimp, edamame dumplings, scallion pancakes, green beans, potstickers, and tuna tartar. Can't wait to go back!
Kay 5March 10, 2014It's a-no-conversation kind of restaurant! Very loud music. Anyways i liked Wild mushroom chow fun noodles and Vegetable rice, it comes with coconut & curry foam, very delicious.
Alex LinkeyJune 15, 2021Everything. Literally. I would highly recommend trying the edamame dumplings and short ribs with noodles! Mochi fried doughnuts are the best way to end your meal!
Paula BuzzoAugust 6, 2017The decoration is so gorgeous!! The service is impeccable. Ask for the Edamame Dumplings as appetizer and then Glazed Black Cod, both are delicious.
Rewan PartiSeptember 15, 2015Good for dates and trendy! Get tables at the below level, order the soup and shrimp dumplings. The rock shrimps are a must have. The Monkfish is definitely the best item on the menu.
Greg TanNovember 18, 2016Incredible space, excellent service (Ryan and Susan are wonderful), and wonderful food. Get the edamame dumplings, and never look back.
Zeba SiddiqiFebruary 28, 2016The interiors, atmosphere is very fancy & upscale! Do try the shrimp toast , broken chili chicken , Crying chocolate dessert! Best for special occasions!
Obsessed with this place! Cocktails are yummy (try the charm), crying chocolate is the best dessert and LOVE the food. Edamame dumplings, wild mushroom cheung fun and tuna tartare rolls are delicious!
Nikki BogopolskayaJuly 10, 2014They offer a family-style tasting option for parties of 6 or more. It's a ton of food, but a great choice for hungry diners or special occasions!
Carl-Michael HirschJanuary 6, 2014Loved it. Environment super cool.Very good service. Dumplings where very nice. Try their carrot cake, may sound boring but the whey it was served and tasted; Epic.
Fernanda NeuteFebruary 7, 2017A little too touristy for my taste, but the food is excellent. One of my favorites: the OXTAIL DUMPLINGS and the CHOCOLATE PISTACHIO CREMOSO is my favorite dessert of all times!
DailyCandyDecember 30, 2013"Stephan Starr opts for shock-and-awe tactics at this immense dining palace (think Versailles meets Ming Dynasty). Try upscale takes on standard fare like lobster egg rolls or wild mushroom chow fun."
Daniel CastonguayMay 20, 2016Delicious food and a dark, intimate environment. The chili king crab had a delicious sauce and the black cod was like butter. The doughnuts were served with a cup of delicious jelly/cream.
Grayson DunningAugust 8, 2014Trendy places can serve up good food too. I try not to be suckered by the Buddhist theme but Tao & Buddakan have impressed me with their food & ambience. The food, the attitude - worth every Benjamin.
Laura Diana-GarrattSeptember 21, 2013Have a cocktail prior to dinner. The bar area has a cool vibe. Get the tuna tartar, shrimp and lobster dumplings DELISH! Black cod - yum and the crying chocolate was the topper! Awesome....
BetsyMay 5, 2013We liked the first level tasting menu and were absolutely stuffed. In retrospect, if we had done the second or third menu, we would have had waaay too much food, and of course you need to try it all.
Headlines and HeroesNovember 11, 2014Buddakan’s bites do not disappoint. Try the delicate Edamame Dumplings, served in savory shallot Sauternes broth, or the rich Wok Fried Oyster and Foie Gras flavored with fragrant Thai basil.
Eaters HeavenDecember 16, 2017Rock Shrimp-crisp&saucy, Tea Smoked Ribs-good, but a bit dry, Whole Bass-moist¬ over cooked, Dungeness Crab sticky rice-flavorful&nice amount of crab, Cremoso-many textures&blend of flavors.
Elizabeth BursteinJanuary 30, 2017Loved their cauliflower lollipops and ginger glazed lamb. The clarity cocktail is delicious too. The lobster rolls and rice were mediocre.
Katherine ChiuJune 3, 2015Favorite asian fusion restaurant. Impressive decor. Huge lounge upstairs if you have to wait. Pricey but you get what you pay for. Must try the edamame dumplings and cauliflower stir fry.
Meghana DharJanuary 31, 2014Even if you aren't vegetarian, get the edamame dumpling...truffle oil makes filling phenomenal. Veggie dishes to order: pineapple tofu, greens. And don't hold back: order the crying chic dessert
Sam PezzulloAugust 20, 2013The space itself is super impressive and quite massive for New York City. The food is also top notch. Try as many things as possible and share, that's the only way to do it here!
Joanne ReinardMay 16, 2016Tested this restaurant for the first time on my bday night with family. Even though we had a reservation and were on time, there was a 30min wait but the amazing food came out rapidly. Will go back!
Aaron PangApril 24, 2021Food was actually legit. The cooking was very classic Chinese. Peking duck was okay, not as good as decoy but the beef stir fry, fried rice, rock shrimp, and bass were all excellent quality
My home away from home. Order the chili rock shrimp, edamame dumplings, black cod, short rib and feast..dont miss the crying chocolate and FATE cocktail. Still heaven after 4 yrs
Aristotele StrobbeAugust 19, 2014The atmosphere is awesome! Stylish and fashion! And the food is very good! You should come in groups so you can order lots of different plates so you can taste anything!
Sleepy BrowneJanuary 25, 2015The Chilli Chicken was amazing and the Black Pepper Beef is to die for.I must recommend the Rock chilli shrimp for starters and the drink of choice the longevity.
Omkar KarnikApril 24, 2013Rockin shrimp is mouth watering. Edamame dumplings are really good. Lobster fried rice is a must. And to sum it up, Crying Chocolate was one of the best desserts that I have ever had!!- Caroline DengJanuary 31, 2016This is where Carrie from Sex & The City had her engagement party. They have a free coat check at the door. Love the Chili Rock Shrimp and Edamame Dumplings!
Vanessa BorgesOctober 8, 2016Best asian food I've ever tasted. Perfect service and good atmosphere. Amazing place. Remember the 'Sex and The City' movie? Yes, Carrie has her rehearsal dinner in this beautiful restaurant. 🍽🍸
Simran DassDecember 30, 2022Amazing good & atmosphere. I really liked the Tso Dumplings, Tuna Tartare Rolls, Ducks in a Row, & Noodles w/ Prawn
Mallory NapolitanoSeptember 19, 2016Amazing food in a hip gorgeous place. Excellent service with helpful advice on ordering veggie and wine choice.
Nabil BazzariAugust 28, 2019Oxtail dumpling, edamame dumplings, glazed alaskan black cod, dungeness crab rice, banana cheesecake
Melissa HelalJune 18, 2013For Dim Sum & Apps, don't miss out on the Edamame dumplings, Chili Rock Shrimp, and Scallion Pancakes. Also, the Charred Filet of Beef is delicious-- so flavorful and tender!
AbhishekJuly 24, 2018Great place to share dishes. Loved the selection of appetizers and meat. Good ambiance! Definitely recommend for romantic dinner and dates!
Geri CoadyOctober 21, 2013I'm probably the world's biggest edamame fan and thought they were perfect on their own, but whatever these guys do to make edamame dumplings is just magic. You won't be sorry.
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