Antica Ristorante
8 Stone St, New York, NY, 10004
Antica Ristorante Menu
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Antipasto Freddo
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Antipasto Caldo
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Insalate
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Ministre
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Pasta
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Vitello E Manzo
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Pollo
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Pesce
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Antipasto Freddo
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Antipasto Caldo
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Insalate
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Ministre
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Pasta
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Vitello E Manzo
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Pollo
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Pesce
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Address :
8 Stone St
New York, NY, 10004 - Phone (212) 480-3880
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Italian Cuisine
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Melissa W.
Always great! Have eaten here several times and everything - from the service to the food is great! Totally recommend especially if you're looking for great atmosphere! Try it out!
(5)Rachel H.
Edamame Dumplings were delicious!
(5)rajesh b.
good food, good vegan options, ambience was nice, will definitely visit again.
(4)Sri B.
The restaurant is a mega meatpacking restaurant. I'm not sure why you go there unless you have a big party and want a reservation on short notice. The food is okay. The decor is a bit outdated. And it's not cheap. You don't see NYC locals going here.
(3)Kyle S.
I came here twice and each time the food, service, and staff were excellent. Try the general tso chicken dumplings!!
(4)Susan L.
Went for early Saturday evening dinner before show. A fun, high energy place. Good service, yummy drinks and nice menu. Food had nice presentation served with a relaxed pace.
(4)Leigh ann H.
The food is absolutely incredible and service is pretty great as well! Beautiful atmosphere and not a terrible price point considering the quality of everything.
(4)Dani M.
You cannot believe how big this place is!!! This is on the same level as TAO. Good food, big space but very touristy.
(3)Adam B.
The five stars are not entirely accurate, but my personal scale does not rate according to stars, and it comprises more than five tiers. I assign five here because the totality of the experience at Buddakan has never failed to fulfill my expectations, and because there really is nothing to which I can compare the place to its detriment. The food is conceived, prepared and presented beautifully. The menu is dependably imaginative, the theatre is dependable, and the service is helpful, literate, unobtrusive, and willing to make good when (as happens from time to time in any restaurant) a serving is not up to snuff. Service, from wait staff to bus, handle large parties very well, and seem closely-trained. Kim Cook, who books events (that's 14 or more at a seating, I think) is especially thoughtful and good at her work. There are occasional reviews in this venue which claim the food is late, or cold, or tasteless, or too salty. Likewise, there are complaints about the service (too much or too little) and the cost (too much) and the lighting (too little) and vague muttering about the theatre of the place. It's lost its au courant status, says one, and it's full of posers, says another. Those who worry about whether the party at the next table are real hipsters or Ohioans dressed up like hipsters from TJ Maxx will not enjoy Buddakan. I can, however, report that George Clooney has an incipient bald spot, because I looked right down on it one night from a mezzanine dining room. Without a doubt, the best pork bun in history was once available in a little half-basement place south of Canal St. to which my girlfriend dragged me all the way from Morton St. on Sunday morning in 1978. It cost a dollar and a quarter, and the window, with a view of shoes hurrying past on the sidewalk, was coated with steam. That pork bun and countless delights like it are not available at Buddakan, but neither did the Chinese fellow south of Canal serve blackened cod. The menu is easy to find, and I won't add to the recommendations (although that blackened cod would be high on the list.) Neither will I provide a picture of an entree, since an image of food entices only one of the four senses which good food stimulates. Again, my review is as much a reaction to the puzzling (and few) bad reviews of the cuisine as a paean to its quality. It is expertly executed "Asian fusion" or "Asian moderne" food served family style. It's a marvelous place to meet with friends and enjoy an imaginative, beautifully-presented meal in a theatrical setting. You will not regret dining here, and you are likely to have a memorable evening.
(5)Greg K.
Great location within the Chelsea Market building and the interior decor is very sheik. Great menus and offering from cocktails, appetizers and entrees. We had a great meal here and would definitely go back. Even our picky 16 year-old found some this she liked.
(4)Nika C.
Years later and it's still one of my favorite places to have dinner in NYC. The ambiance is perfect, it's a beautiful layout and nice lighting. Love the food and service. It's a classy spot. Great for dates or for a celebratory dinner.
(5)Esmeralda S.
This is a very elegant restaurant, the food is great,everyone here was very attentive,polite and friendly. its definitely an experience worth having. I would go back any day.
(5)Andy B.
Once again, Stephen Starr doesn't disappoint. Having been to several Starr restaurants in Philly (and having made many outings to Le Diplomate in DC), it was time to try out Buddakan during my last trip to New York. An evening at Buddakan is a great experience, from starting the evening in the very nice, modern Asian-decorated lounge with drinks right through the expertly made and presented meal. One thing that immediately made an impression on me was the friendliness of the staff. Often, popular "destination restaurants" have staff that often come off as pretentious or stand-offish, but that certainly wasn't the case here. The bartenders were quite friendly, and our server was just delightful, making sure that we selected items off the menu that suited our tastes. Based on her recommendations, we started the evening with some lobster egg rolls and an amazing scallion pancake topped with braised short rib, and I could have easily ordered the scallion pancakes again for dessert! My own entree was the charred filet of beef, which was amazing -- and, this is where the expertise of our server really came into play, since I was vacillating between two of the beef dishes. She recommended the filet, saying just four words: "soy-infused garlic butter". Need I say more? An excellent evening, great setting, wonderful food, and personalized service. I can't recommend Buddakan highly enough.
(5)Michael S.
We went in for a birthday party and had 12 people. I've been here in the past and always had great experiences. However, they did not handle the party very well. We were split into 2 different tables, and our 1 server was over-worked. Drinks were a little slow. We also got kind of a community deal where we were sharing plates for a flat price per person. They gave us about 3 dishes of salad for every protein dish (in order to save money). Otherwise, the food was good and we had a great time.
(3)restaurant r.
Great restaurant and if you have a huge group you can order from 3 different menus; menu 1 dinner, menu 2 heavy dinner, and menu 3 really heavy dinner and they bring enough for everyone so it's not distracting. If you want to just hang and talk. Food is great and the waiters are sooooooo nice!! We took a group of 10 here and everyone loved it and they even went back the next night again they loved it so much! Great atmosphere!!!!
(4)Amy C.
This place is absolutely amazing. An upscale eatery at most. The ambiance and decor is very modern however authentic. I made reservations and upon arrival was quickly seated in the lower level of the restaurant. Omg is this place romantic. Upon the suggestion of our waiter, we ordered the jade shrimp dumplings as an appetizer. They were oh so delicious. Then for the entree, we decided to share the short ribs with noodles and a side of vegetables, the asian green stir fry. The short ribs were absolutely amazing, so tender, juicy and well seasoned. As for the vegetables and noodles, they were cooked to perfection. It was an amazing dinner. However, we did not stop there. We decided to order dessert. Omg the passion fruit merengue was amazing. So delicious not too sweet and just enough to share. I loved my whole experience. A night to remember.
(5)Carolyn F.
Trendy and amazing food ! Perfect for date night! Menu is reasonably priced. doesn't hurt that you may spot a celebrity or 2
(5)Melissa N.
In a nondescript building on a corner in Chelsea lies Buddakan. A few friends of mine had gone boasting of extravagant decor and amazing food at prices to match. When it was time for a special occasion I jumped at an opportunity to make a reservation. Upon opening the heavy, outside door you are welcomed by eager staff at the coat check and from there walk into the small bar area where you might indulge on one of their signature drinks while you wait for your table. We, however, opted to go a bit early after a broadway show and were seated immediately. When we walked into the main atrium my mental jaw dropped as we saw the expansive area that would have no doubt created an echo if you could hear it over the trendy house music playing in the background. The decor is best served with sight and a description might not do it justice so I will leave that for you to enjoy if you choose to visit. We were seated in a smaller room with a bar and a few tables at one of the ends of the main atrium. We ordered the Chili Rock Shrimp appetizer and I enjoyed it, but it was a dish that pretty much anyone could enjoy. Not very daring or special but nonetheless a great dish. Our other appetizer was the king crab and lobster siu mai. For dinner I had the Kung Pao Monkfish. I jump at the opportunity to have a great monkfish, but the added benefit of being served with the spices of kung pao was something I couldn't resist. The fish was cooked perfectly and the spices were just right. I would say if you like yours very spicy I'd ask them to add a bit more heat. Their stock seasoning is not mild but definitely not spicy. My husband and I shared a plate of the dungeness crab sticky rice and in my opinion this was the best dish of the night. I could easily finish it by myself. For dessert we were at our capacity but my husband and I never pass up an opportunity for bread pudding. I can't put this in the same category as the other food because it was the best bread pudding I've ever had. A perfect amount of sweet and salt and carbs with a nice dusting of graham cracker crumbs to soak up some of the sweet, mess oozing from the bread. Over all the only think I can mark down is the service was very good, but not great and the Rock Shrimp was, again, good but a little safe for a place with this kind of reputation.
(5)Sashia W.
The food was delicious! The waiter wasn't as nice as he should after he realized we weren't ordering as much as he anticipated but none the less I love this restaurant!
(5)Caroline R.
Beverly who managed reservations is a goddess!! I'd accidentally booked the wrong night for a reservation - wanted 10:15 on Saturday night NOT Sunday night (my bad!). Beverly managed to find us a spot on a very busy night! We had a wonderful meal; great atmosphere, exceptional service...etc.! Highly recommend! And thanks again Beverly!
(5)Christie B.
I have been here atleast twice. The food is incredibly delicious. On both occasions, the service and food were perfect. I like the ambiance of the restaurant. This has got to be my favorite restaurant in New York so far.
(5)Mitra M.
Already went twice to this wonderful place and would be happy to go again! This is a chinese fusion restaurant that really will surpise your tastebuds! Last time I went there with two friends we had three starters to share and two main dishes. That was really enough as the main dishes are quite big. We had pork belly pankakes, dim sum and egg rolls to start, followed by peking duck fried rice and crab hot pot. Eveything had such a balanced combination of spices! We managed to share a complex chocolate desert as well (not that we had any room left but just because the food is amazing). It was a mix of texture (cruchy nuts, soft brownies) and tasted (pistachio ice cream)... Just a dream. Finally I really appreciate the classy decore and, above all, and despite the fact that this place is HUGE, the fact that it s not noisy and your can have a proper conversation with your friends. I recommend this place beyond doubt and look forward to going again...
(5)Customer X.
It is a trendy and spectacular restaurant great for people watching or have a drink with friends. The service is good. The over-priced food is good, but not exceptional. The size portion is fair.
(3)Jordan S.
Great crowd. Food is a bit pricey but the ambiance is pretty awesome. If you go, try the edamame dumplings! They were so good that I tried to make them from scratch at home...and failed miserably. But anyhow, this place is terrific if you can spend some $$$ for a night out.
(5)Allen H.
Appetizers were on point half the time. Peking Duck Spring Roll- great but a bit dry. The side of foie gras saved the duck from being a disaster. Be liberal with it. King Crab and Lobster Shu Mai- amazing, best shu mai ever. Scallion Pancake- this had a ton of short rib meat on the pancake. Definitely not the typical scallion pancake that I was expecting. Very boring. Taste exactly as you expect it to taste. Pork Buns- Amazing, best pork buns I've had. The buns are so soft and the meat just falls apart. The pickled vegetables are a great balance to the whole. It adds that crunch and sweet and sour to the umami pork Entrees were pretty disappointing. Filet of Beef- this came out almost lukewarm. The edges were very well done while 80% of the center was medium rare. This was very typical and mundane. I would never order this again. I would rather eat an outback steak Sticky Crab Rice- should be named Sticky Rice with Two Pieces of Crab. Very little crab and the rice seemed dry and old. Green Beans- great taste at first but easily becomes overpowering with the realization that it's over salted. Staff- friendliest staff without being too overbearing
(3)Peter C.
Great food and great service. Ask for Jack, he will give you a perfect tour of the menu that will have you ordering one of each. And every single dish was delicious. We closed the perfect evening with a passion fruit merengue. What a beautiful presentation and delicious flavors.
(5)Cristina F.
Love this place so when a friend invited me here for a belated birthday dinner I was psyched. Everything from the ambiance, design, lighting and space to the food and service is superb! We ordered some appetizers and started off with the Charmed cocktail which had berries and prosecco and was really good. We had the rock shrimp, spring rolls and sea bass rolls and we were really full from Just that between two of us. We finished with the chocolate cake dessert which had a warm center and served with coffee ice cream and caramel. Was amazing! Really nice crowd for a Tuesday night. This place never disappoints. Highly recommend. Tip: better experience to sit downstairs in the large open space rather than upstairs.
(5)Grace K.
Very disappointed at our experience here. Every dish was one tone and overdone. Felt that the chefs do not even try to make the flavors pop. For the price they charge and the decor, it was just not matched.
(1)Victoria S.
Great atmosphere.. Waited a while to get a table but its a nice place to just be by the bar and get cool drinks while waiting to be seaten... Its a bit pricey but worth it... The cod was amazing.. The fried rice was yummy... Had a great time.. Looking forward to more yummy food!
(5)Emily B.
A friend of mine came into town and treated my husband and I to this amazing place. Unbelievable food, a super awesome atmosphere. Definitely a little pricey, but WORTH it. I hope to go again soon!!!
(5)Mateo M.
Each time is a completely different experience. The best asian fusion ever
(5)Yimei M.
I never thought I'd like Asian fusion or pay for over priced Chinese food, but there I was, at Buddakhan for a reunion with my middle school friends. The server recommended 3 appetizers and 3 entrees in addition to our bottle of wine. I would recommend 1-2 appetizers and 3 entrees with a bottle of wine or any drink for 3 ladies. My favorite appetizers were the Spicy Rock Shrimp and Duck Spring Rolls. The shrimp were a bit over cooked and over-battered, but the use of pepper spices and mayo worked really well with the fried shrimp. The spring rolls were something that I had for the first time. The saltiness from the fois gras and duck with the sweet raspberry sauce were delicious. It is something one has to try at Buddakhan. As for entrees, I just have to say that if you grew up on traditional Chinese congee, don't even think to get the Chicken Congee. This dish combo reminded me of a duck l'orange, except the flavors were unexpectedly bad. This was more of a dry dish than your regular soupy congee. The chicken was good though and cooked perfectly, but it did not work with the congee that was topped off with some crunchy stuff. However, something to try would be the Singapore Noodles. The crispy pork was a new spin-off of the dish for me and quite a delicious one. I'd order this again. Aside from the food, I was amazed at the décor of the restaurant. The hosts/hostesses sat behind counters like a concierge at a hotel. The dining hall stationed one floor below was absolutely breathtaking with their beautiful chandeliers that decorated, but barely lit the place. The ceiling of the dining room reminded me of the dining hall in Hogwarts with almost no ceiling. I never thought I'd say this, but I'll be back for more Asian fusion food.
(4)Don N.
I work and live close to Rowland Heights in California, which has an abundance of reasonably priced and tasty Chinese food restaurants. This is due to the amount of competition between these places and the area's huge Asian population. As such, overpaying for mediocre Chinese food is not something I frequently do. Buddakan's 2000+ reviews averaging 4 stars were intriguing and since my group of coworkers couldn't agree on a place to eat at the Chelsea market, we ended up next door eating at the Buddakan bar area, which serves the full menu. Worst dim sum food experience ever. 7-11 in Hawaii has stellar dim sum better than this at $1.75 a tray. We ordered the edamame dim sum and it tasted like someone chewed up a bunch of peas and put it in a dumpling skin. No internal seasoning - it had the consistency and near taste of Gerber. The pour over broth didn't do anything for it. I think we ordered something that looked and tasted like crock pot brisket in a dumpling. Also underwhelming. The crispy cod (~$40) was actually pretty good and so was the pork belly (~$33). They were served fancy food style - meaning that it was a huge plate for not a lot of food. The vegetable fried rice cost $10 and looked okay but tasted very bland, which I suppose is alright if you want to dump stuff on it and not eat it on its own. That's what my coworker did (he poured on the tofu cashew thing he ordered which i did not taste - he said it was just okay). All food got cold fast and came out slowly. Time from first dish to last dish was close to an hour. The bar area was extremely busy... So I'll cut some slack for our waitress, who was super sweet. I was curious about how a place this large could be so busy. The food really isn't that impressive. A step above PF Changs, maybe. We paid close to $160 for Chinese food. Totally had buyers remorse.
(3)John G.
Honestly I could have had the same Chinese food down the block from my apartment. Its definitely a scene but nothing that I cared that much to go back to.
(3)Adam B.
it's just ok... there's really better food out there- but for the view & experience it's cool at least for a visit one time
(2)Samuel R.
Pricey as hell, but amazing food, amazing atmosphere. The options to choose premade courses instead of a la carte is a great time saver as well!
(4)S P.
My wife and I have been there on dinner dates a couple times. Getting a reservation is a pain, but the ambience is worth it, so is the food. Service is great too! Some of our favorites are Edamame Dumpling, Chili Rock Shrimp, Boneless Short Ribs. Cocktails like Haze and Fate would be our picks, but fun to roulette around and find your own favorites!
(5)Dava P.
I absolutely adore Buddakan. This isn't the everyday dinner spot for a starving college student, but on special occasions I make it a habit to celebrate here. If you make a reservation, the most you'll wait to be seated is 5-10 minutes. The servers are all very friendly and aren't snotty, like you'll find in most upscale restaurants. Not everything on the menu is great to me, personally. The fried rice is banging! The salmon is very good too, the ribs, and omg the dim sum . I'm getting hungry just leaving this review. My boyfriend did order the lemon chicken and wasn't a fan, the waiter had no trouble brining it back and getting him what he wanted. I always love coming here, can't wait to go back. If you guys go you'll love it. Especially anyone who watches Sex and the City, it's where Carrie and Big had their engagement dinner!
(4)Nicole M.
Atmosphere is lovely and the waiters are great. The food tastes amazing, overall a great place to enjoy time with others, but comes with a nice price tag. Well worth it in my eyes.
(5)Jane B.
Buddakan is an extremely underrated restaurant in the meat packing district of Manhattan. I was very excited to have dinner at Buddakan because it is the same place that Carrie Bradshaw had her rehearsal dinner in the Sex and the City movie. The decorations and ambiance were absolutely perfect. The menu is exquisite. I love the cocktails. We ordered the lobster fried rice, dumplings and steak. All were delicious. The only reason this restaurant doesn't have five stars is because the hostesses and wait staff are not very friendly. I've heard the same complaint from other patrons.
(4)Regan O.
My best friend wanted to try this place for her birthday dinner. I must say the decor is absolutely beautiful, the service was stellar, the drinks well made and the staff very attentive. Now on to the important part, the food was MEH to say the least! The waitress asked my friend what she liked the most, I turned my head to avoid the question, but she asked anyway. :(. Quick recap: Boneless Spareribs- weird airy texture, too saucy , cold Oxtail Dumplings- do oxtails come in a can? Short Rib- very tender but flavorless, the Mushroom Chow Fun it was served with was delicious though. Salt and Pepper Beef- ( see Boneless Spareribs) Green beans- these were ok, spicy, (which I like) but way to much salt. Probably should have used a finer grind. The waitress said she'd never heard anyone say they didn't like it. I find that hard to believe unless there was a new chef that night or something. I wonder if sometimes people just say they like something to be polite. Especially when everyone else says it's the place to be. I will say she was very gracious, asked if I wanted to try anything else,.....yeah.....no..... I figure if out of 5 dishes the best I could come in with was a so-so.... I'll pass!! I gave them 3 stars for the decor and the service. I don't usually write reviews but I thought it might be helpful for someone else.
(3)Mia C.
Where do I start... I went her for my birthday on 4/4. The place is a little broken down... I had been to Buddakan a few years back and loved it so I decided to go back. I arrived early and decided to sit at the bar to wait for my friends. I ordered a dry martini, the bartender hands me drink in a whiskey glass... I ask him if it was a mistake... He tells me they don't have any Martini glasses... Eh? I pointed out that most of the drinks on their Cocktail Menu are Martinis... Surely you have at least one glass... Right? He speaks to a woman who seemed to be the manager... She comes over (holding up a wine glass) and asks me... Is this a Martini glass? I thought she was joking but she was dead serious. She proceeded to explain that ALL the glasses had broken... My eyes glazed over... Enough with the explanation... She was trying to be nice but honestly they were dragging it out :O The bartender was very sweet and made me a descent Mojito and took the martini off my tab... The food was not great... Some of it arrived cold. It was pricey for bad food... Not impressed! All in all i gave it 2 stars because our waitress was very nice and attentive and their staff provided pretty good service.
(2)J G.
The Sea Breeze Inn is a family-owned inn that has warm and friendly service. Rob and Robin really help their guests enjoy their stay. I especially liked having breakfast in their sunny dining room and chatting with the other guests. It's a great way to get to know people. My room was cozy-comfy and had a great sitting area with an armchair and lamp for reading and relaxing. And the Inn is a short walk to the beach, the town, or the LIRR station, which was perfect for me, since I traveled out by train.
(5)Richard C.
Amazing meal!! Let me start off by saying that our server Jerry was the best. We asked him for his favorites off the menu and he did not disappoint us. We started of with the jade shrimp dumplings, and the spicy yellowtail yu sheng, both were perfection. The flavor profiles were very well balanced, sweet, spicy and delicious. For the main course we had the crispy pork, and the kung pao monkfish. The crispy pork was moist, well balanced and tender, great flavor. The monk fish was amazing!! Great sauce with it, sweet, spicy and well balanced also. The side dishes we had were the Dan Dan noodles ( amazing!!), the vegetable fried rice was awesome, and we had the string beans ( which were ok, not great).To finish this all off we had the almond bread pudding (This was the best desert I ever had), it is a must have. One of the best meals I have had in a long time, a bit pricey, but considering how good it was it is worth it.
(5)Barb H.
Great service, yummy food, and beautiful atmosphere. Very classy. Highly recommend.
(5)Christine S.
Taiwanese-American reviewer here. Came here with my boyfriend, his sister and parents (Cambodian/Indian), and his two friends (Caucasian). This just to say we had varied backgrounds, and especially the non-Asians were a little wary of trying asian food. Buddakan is definitely a fusion, but delicious nonetheless. And it won everyone over! The group said it was the best meal they've ever had :) Here's my menu recs for groups (we had party of 7). This is what we ordered and it was perfect: 2 edamame dumplings 2 chili rock shrimp 2 peking duck spring rolls 1 whole duck 1 salt and pepper black bass 1 black pepper beef 1 szechaun dan dan noodles 1 scallops (there's only 4, hard to share, would trade this for 2 more chili rock shrimps) 1 broccoli 1 dungeness crab sticky rice 1 cauliflower 1 almond bread pudding 1 crying chocolate 1 passion fruit meringue plus drinks all around and our total (inclu. tax + tip) was $550. A+ experience, only made better by their excellent service, great ambience, and picking the right people to go with :)
(5)Derek A.
Barely mediocre. Impressive space, good drinks but the food and service was another story. Service was just TOO much, 'how is everything?' Literally as the first bite of each dish went into your mouth...from multiple members of staff too. Polite enough but a little bit over 'keen' verging on fake to say the least. Drinks were fine. The food? Boneless ribs - So so General Tso Dumplings - Fantastic Monkfish - Poor. And 1 out of the 3 pieces was bad fish. Broccoli - Tasty but pretty cold. Sausage fried rice - clearly reheated. Tao was better, in fact.....dare I say PF Changs is better. Wouldn't rush back.
(2)Norma S.
What can I say about Buddakan? First of all, the service here is amazing. Celebrated my birthday here while i was visiting from California and I must say I had quite the night! Everything was absolutely fantastic. by the end of our dinner my friends and i were so stuffed there was no room for desert but they brought us one anyway on the house! and it was delicious!
(5)Con S.
Food was overpriced for a chinese restaurant. It was good but not better than any chinese restaurant I've dined at. You are definitely essentially paying for the atmosphere, decor and the cleanliness of the restaurant. I will dine there again to try their Peking Duck (read reviews and supposedly one of the best) and for the environment (cool hip and clean).
(3)Dani G.
Amazing food. Amazing service. Great place. The venue is beautiful, and really not what you imagine you are walking into, a secret escape! The food cannot be faulted, this was my 3rd time and it just gets better
(5)Kurt W.
I've been to Buddakan many times and I'm definitely a fan. Always love their interesting takes on a lot of popular dishes and flavors are always great. Last time there had some sort of udan noodles that were served cold which was very different but extremely tasty. Of course the major draw is the space itself which is really impressive especially since it's so unassuming from the outside. Very cool! And it has a very vibrant crowd too. My only major gripe with this place is the fact that it's always crowded and often hard to get a table. Even if you have a reservation you often have to wait. All in all, great place though and definitely worth a try.
(4)Yovi B.
Went there for my birthday with a party of 10... Before we were seated everyone had to be present so we bought drinks in the waiting area by the bar. Once my party was all here, the waiter came and took us downstairs to the dining areas, which is beautifu to say the least. However, I definitely wasn't impressed with the quality or quantity of food for the price of the dishes.... The decor was beautiful got some great pics but no one really cared too much for their food. It was definitely an experience but will I be going back? Probably not,
(3)J T.
absolutely spectacular dining experience. our waiter brought our group a tasting menu with dumplings, rolls, rice, salad, fish chicken, shrimp. Each course was better than the next. dessert was spectacular, with the best banana bread pudding I have ever had. The staff was attentive and explained each course. we ate in the library room in the cellar. it was loud but not too loud. my on;y minor critique was that the chicken dish was a little dry. other than that i wouldn't change a thing.
(5)Hailey S.
The ambiance is more impressive than the food. Gorgeous space. That being said, the food is delicious. Been there twice. I will return when I have a special occasion! A little too pricy for your average date night, but birthday/anniversary worthy.
(4)Chloe S.
Like the decoration, food is good. Portion is not very big, but is the size I would prefer. Staff are friendly. And one important thing: it didn't take a century for the food coming up. Didn't get a chance to try the desert, but I will come back!
(4)Shannon W.
What an experience! This is a feast for the senses! Hard to believe when you walk off the busy NY street that such beauty is right there! Feels a bit cold and intimidating at first, until the attentive service warms you and makes you feel comfortable. Chaz, our tour guide/server was fantastic and gave very good suggestions. The sampler platter was perfect, thank goodness they include the spare ribs! Those are special. We had the Mongolian lamb chops, the monk fish and a forgettable chicken dish. (Do not waste your time on the chicken). The lamb blew my mind. So well done!! The monk fish-- was beautifully prepared, although the chili spice was so strong, it really got in the way of the nice fish. My tongue felt sunburned after a few bites-- coming from a Texas girl-- used to a little spice! My request to Buddakan-- please change the type size on your menu. Between the dark(lovely, I think) lighting and the wispy font style on your menu-- it is a challenge for those of us on the back half of our 40s to make it all out. Please-- would take the guess work out of the experience for a few of us-- even some of the hubbies felt uneasy, not being able to recognize the prices! Is it monocle time for us!?? Don't miss this amazing place. Go have a ball!! Get the Haze Martini!! You won't regret it.......maybe until morning!
(5)Megan A.
thought this place may be more sceney than good food, but boy was I wrong. atmosphere - 5 stars (main room or downstairs in the library room) food - 5 stars (edamame dumplings, tuna tartare) service - 5 stars (i love it when a waiter tells me honestly things they dont like on the menu) easily over $100/head but worth it
(5)Sarah A.
Best place for Asian fusion .. ( interior is amazing ) and the price of the food not too crazy..I order a bottle of wine and bunch of fav foods.. ( all only 200 something )..I Order the Peking duck, so good the meat very tender and the skin so crispy ..lamb chop also yummy..oxtail dim sum is da bomb..the shrimp popcorn so addictive and don't forget to order the veggie selection and lobster fried rice... I love this place! Def will comeback again!
(5)Giannina A.
Probably one of the most memorably nights I have ever had at a restaurant. I had a dinner for two for my 30th bday and the experience was pleasant from the start. We had a reservation, waited maybe ten minutes to be seated by the bar and had a cocktail. I had "the charm", such a refreshing drink. Service is truly outstanding. All of the employees seem happy to be there and happy to serve you. Ambience is perfect. They play good dining music, not too loud, decor is gorgeous and restaurant has a nice open layout. We ordered teasmoke ribs, pot stickers, broken chicken, lamb chops, and Chinese sausage fried rice. Everything was mouth watering. The only reason why I am not giving it 5 stars is because of the lighting. I do think that the space is a bit too dark to dine.
(4)Dino M.
Great ambience, food and desserts. They have different dining rooms with different themes. dessert cake - crying chocolate was the best!
(5)Richard L.
good sushi .. great spot for drinks gets crowded but the crowd is very chill great service
(4)Allison D.
I went to Buddakan with my mom who was in town from California. She wanted a "trendy NYC spot"...this was the perfect place! We had an early dinner, as we had a show to get to and the hostess invited us to the lounge right away. The cocktail waitress was quick to ask us for our drink orders, and even quicker to get them to us! The maitre d came to welcome us in and bring us to our table, but after finding out it was our first time at Buddakan she excused herself so she could guarantee that we were getting a great table. This made both of us feel like VIPs...my idea of excellent service! After seating us she learned we were seeing a show that night, which she happened to see recently, we chatted, and again she made us feel very important. Our waiter was quick to welcome us to the restaurant and explained how we should order to get the best experience. He was the perfect waiter! He had an amazing knowledge of the menu, and we were very satisfied with the items we ended up ordering per his suggestion (the Edamame Dumplings and the Cod entree). We also ordered the Peking Duck Salad, Crab & Lobster Siu Mai and the Wild Mushroom Chow Fun. Everything, and I mean everything, was absolutely fantastic. All dishes were so fresh and full of flavor. Sometimes I find that at finer restaurants the dishes are smaller than I would prefer, but everything was a great size for sharing, we even had leftovers! Our waiter was also diligent about getting us our bill in enough time to get to our show midtown. On our way out an employee (maybe a manager) thanked us for dining there, and wished us well on the way to our show. We had not interacted with him once, but the fact that he knew our plans for the evening left a great impression. I work for the W Hotel, and understand the importance of delivering excellent service (specific to "trendier" places such as Buddakan) and was so impressed at the level Buddakan provided across the board. The food was incredible, but our experience would not have been the same had it not been for the environment and employees of the restaurant. I will definitely recommend, and will be back!!
(5)Jessica L.
So. Effing. Delicious. This is an Asian food restaurant in Chelsea/Meatpacking district. First off, the food is phenomenal. We got the pork buns, lobster egg roll, and pork dumplings. Portions are relatively big, we were quite full after just that. This is a fun place to get a plethora of different menu items and share with everybody. Would love to go back and try more dishes. The location is great too, with prime walking distance to all the nightlife the Meatpacking District has to offer. I also got "The Heat" margarita, which was killer as well. Reservations are a must--this place gets packed! You will definitely understand why after dining here.
(5)Farrah S.
Came here last Saturday night, we had a 10pm reservation for 10 people. We were seated on time and our hostess was great, food came out fast and was yummy! we all shared apps and ordered own entrees. Weren't rushed to leave either (we were there to 12.30) and overall a great experience
(5)Momo T.
Beautiful restaurant with a very romantic dimly lit ambience. Service somewhat slow. Food tasted not terrible but not good, and is SO overpriced and unimaginative. Think PF Changs but more overpriced with smaller portions. You're paying for the environment which I'm not denying is quite amazing inside.
(2)Bethann A.
It is difficult to be blown away by a restaurant in NYC, but Buddaken wowed me in every possible way. The service, the atmosphere, and the amazing food were all phenomenal. Between two of us, we went crazy on the apps (4) and shared an entree and noodles. Best choice. We also splurged for the Almond Bread Pudding and have never been happier :)
(5)Steve V.
This is one of the best dining experiences I have had in a long time. We arrived early, I thought our res was 7:00, but it was for 8:00. The hostess brought us over an app while we waited, I told her I was gluten free, she comes back in 10 minutes with a delicious tuna dish. Then we sat at our table and they had 2 glasses of champagne waiting for us, we were celebrating our anniversary. Our waiter was amazing and super knowledgeable about the menu, told me everything I could eat that was gluten free. The food was absolutely amazing and then they brought out a gluten free desser that was really awesome with candels on it!! I give this place 2 thumbs up!!!! Can't wait to come back to New York to eat here again!!!!
(5)Larry Y.
Went there for the first time for my birthday our waitress Danielle was just great. Four of us shared the pork belly, duck spring rolls,chilies rock shrimp,king crab hot pot, crabmeat sticky fried rice,lamb chops, everything was just great...will be returning next month with four more friends. The desserts that our waitress had suggested were delicious and we couldn't finish it.
(4)Gerardo C.
went Saturday 8/29/2015 and this place was fantastic!! The food was amazing, never tried Asian Fusion before but it was my friends bday and she picked the place. Our waitress was fantastic, can't Remember her name but she was Australian and nice and talkative. They brought out something for my friends bday and it was so sweet they did it. Would go back and recommend it 115%!!
(5)Terence John C.
Where do I even start? A friend brought me here for dinner on a Saturday and the staff and service is attentive and friendly (esp that they gave such a nice dessert plate for my birthday), ambiance is incredible, and the place is rocking! Food-wise, It's delicious and orgasmic! I recommend the Edamame Dumplings and Pork Belly! You cannot not have that, okay?
(5)Tennessee E.
Food was good and staff very nice. Issue was the noise and just so loud with music and people . It's wide open so no sound barriers. Lovely place though
(4)Maylin S.
This is one of my favorite spot to enjoy a great meal and a nice grown up beverage. The staff is very friendly and the ambiance is beautiful. A touch of Thailand, I love it.
(5)Pallavi P.
Whoa!! Did I just step into a palace in the middle of New York? This place is truly spectacular! -- DECOR -- This screams luxury and grandeur with every detail of the decor. As you walk into the dimly lit restaurant, you first see the bar area and some small tables for groups who want drinks or snacks. There is communal style seating with a few large, low wooden tables and other tables towards the edge of the room. As you continue through the restaurant, there is a stairway leading down to the majestic palace-like dining area. Since it's in the "basement" area, the dining experience is lit only by the candles on the table and hanging chandeliers, but trust me it's not as dungeony as it sounds. In the center is an extremely long and magnificent table used for seating large groups. Check out the pics - the table is beautiful! Towards the edges are other smaller tables for small groups or groups of 2. Its a very intimate, romantic setting. -- DRINKS & FOOD -- Ohh the food here is fantastic - especially if you are willing to pay for the price. As the old adage goes, you get what you pay for and sure enough, this place is worth every penny ... of your incredibly large and fat wallet. I came here for a dinner (paid for by the powers that be at my company) so we ordered a bunch for the table. Here are some of my faves, although, everything was truly amazing. * Mongolian Lamb Chops * Tuna Tartare Spring Rolls * Whole Peking Duck * Shrimp and Lobster Chow Fun The drinks I had were fantastic - Haze and Benevolence. Pretty strong without the liquor after taste.
(5)Hal T.
Amazing. That is all you need to know. My suggestions: Edamame Dumplings (a must), Lobster Egg Rolls, Charred Filet of Beef, Shrimp and Lobster Chow Fun, Lobster Fried Rice.
(5)natalie p.
I certainly agree with other reviewers in that this is a beautiful restaurant, the decor and environment was my favorite part of the evening. We had a 10:30pm reservation, ended up getting seated by 11pm only after we had checked back with the front desk three times. I had lunch at noon so clearly I was starving! I was sipping a Haze drink while we waited, which was very good, very light in flavor yet you know it was strong in liquor. We ordered: rock shrimp- some reason I thought this would be a bit sweet from the chilie or heat as most asian dishes, but it is totally savory. It's a popular dish and tasty, but we found sand in a lot of the shrimp which we crunched on, so these shrimp were not cleaned well. Pork Belly Buns- YES, these were our favorite...please note they are covered in red onion so bring a breath mint! Light buns and the pork was seasoned perfectly, slightly sweet and carmelized. Lobster Egg roles- each has one entire meat from a claw, but its stuck in the middle or on one end so the rest is just cabbage, it would be better if they dispersed the lobster in small chuncks through out the roll. But the eggroll itself is very good, not greasy like most. Lobster fried rice- like normal fried rice, but more fresh tasting and less greasy. You can see it's white rice, so that means it hasn't been fried to death. spare ribs scallion pancake- this was just ok, nothing special. Just shredded rib meat on a pancake which didn't have much flavor. Overall, I suggest the lobster fried rice and the pork belly buns..everything else was just so so. But go for the decor and drinks, its truly beautiful!
(3)Nav M.
I have been coming here for a long time over the past many years! I think it has one of the best decor of New York restaurants. The food is always good but the service is truly hit or miss. It's always buys and I recommend a reservation and also order the general tso dumpling and the lobster egg rolls. Don't get the Dan Dan noodles ! They were gross and I wasn't the only one who thought so. My neighboring table did too. If you take a look at the photo I took of the dining room you may recognize the place from the engagement dinner of the movie Sex In the City. Check it out good place to eat and take a load off.
(4)Shazia K.
This is the best place on earth! The ambiance is truly award winning. Great date spot and sex and the city was filmed here :) Lamb chops are by far the best I've ever had in my life. The service is impeccable. I love it so much, so the boyfriend and I have made weekend trips to the one in Philly and Atlantic city just to eat at those too!
(5)Shana B.
HIGHLIGHT OF MY RECENT TRIP TO NY! Yes, Ladies and Gentlemen, it is that good!! Prior to choosing a dinner spot I asked my New Yorker friends for their recommendations and Buddakan was consistently mentioned. What won me over were their beautiful pictures inside the restaurant and unique plating. We had reservations for 7 p.m. but I was running late and the hostess was able to find us a table. We waited in the cocktail area but were unable to order a drink between the time we were there because our table was ready. As the hostess led us to our table I couldn't help but gasp around every corner. It was dreamy and absolutely well done. We went downstairs to our table and I had to consistently apologize to my friend because I couldn't stop serenading her about the chandeliers. And guess what? Flashback to Sex and the City 2! Carrie's rehearsal dinner was here!! We started off with the General Tso's dim sum, followed by the chilli shrimp. For our main, we played it safe and ordered the chicken as an entree accompanied by the mushroom noodles. The dim sum was superb and the entire meal met my expectations. This is a must visit if you're in the meat packing area!!! Don't miss it :)
(5)Unstuba G.
Gorgeous space! Did not expect it to be so big when we walked in- sat in the main dining room at the long table downstairs. Great decor. Was there with a large group, and received excellent service. Food comes out as it is ready, so be prepared to order that way. Our group loved the lobster fried rice. Spicy Yellowtail and edamame dumplings, scallion pancakes, sizzling short rib. All delicious! Did not personally get cocktails but great feedback from my group. Nice wine selection. One con is that in that large room it can be hard to hear across the table.
(5)Chrissy H.
Absolutely LOVE this place!! Having moved here 8 months ago and trying out SO many amazing places in New York, this is one place I have been to more than 3 times, and it's not in my neighborhood! The food, the service, the price range, the atmosphere, the crowd, the decor/setting.. everything is just perfect! I take all my visitors to Buddakan because I know it never dissapoints!
(5)Asma A.
This place is magical! The décor is breathtaking and the atmosphere is super trendy. You want to dress up here. It is definitely not a place for flip-flops and baseball caps. Dress Code on their site: Downtown chic, fun, hip. You will see a ton of folks taking pictures inside, as every corner of this place is stunning! We made reservation days in advance. This place fills up and I am pretty sure the chances of getting in the same, or the next day are pretty slim. I would suggest if you really want to get in and experience this place, plan in advance. The wait can be long even with a reservation. We had to wait 30 minutes or so with a reservation. Can't complain because all you do is take in how gorgeous everything around you is. Food was amazing. The dumplings in particular are to die for and the dessert (Chocolate Pistachio Cremosa) was like no dessert I have ever had. One last thing, I would not recommend bringing young children here. We had dinner, so I can tell you that it does get dark and loud in there. We did not have our kid with us, but I can tell you as a mom, this could be a concern. So, if you have really little ones, bare that in mind and leave them at home ;)
(5)Ash C.
Very underwhelmed with the food. We ordered the Sampling Menu # 1. For the appetizer course we had the dumplings and spring rolls. Pretty good. The main course was Scallops, fried rice! Short ribs! Noodles. Pretty good again. Deserts were fine too. Here's the thing, the meal would have cost us 250-300 in a very good Chinese restaurant. Instead we spent $700. Too much hype.
(3)Maria M.
Sex and the City hype. The restaurant is beautifully decorated. It is definitely fun to go and experience once, but the food wasn't anything to write home about. My food was a little too salty for my taste, and a little overpriced for what we got.
(3)Orla M.
As you enter the restaurant it's quite dark, concierge is located on the left as you enter. I was with a group of five and we were seated near the bar until our table was available. Our waiter (Ryan) arrived and carried our drinks downstairs. Ryan was such a rockstar. He spent his time going over the menu and giving recommendations. I informed him I had a serious shellfish allergy. He was so accommodating and informed me he would speak with the chefs before he put the order in. He took down a list of what all of us would like to try. He came back promptly and informed me what the chef said I can and can't have. Our food was fresh, hot and beautifully presented. What to try: Pork Potsticks, Edamame Dumplings, Scallion Pancakes, Mongolian Lamb Chops, Mao Poe Tofu, Crying Chocolate, Spiced Carrot Cake, Dark Chocolate Mousse The portion sizes were great which leaves just enough room for dessert. This is now one of my favorite restaurants. I definitely will be back. If your in the Chelsea area Buddakhan is a must stop at if you're craving some yummy in your tummy, maybe you'll get lucky and have Ryan as your waiter too
(5)Dai W.
Can I put 6*... Please Service 6* Food 6* Ambiance & Decor 6* Not much else to say. 2 appetizers and 2 entrees and 1 side later we are still recovering. Amazing explosion of flavors. For sure an address to remember. And the staff is very professional and friendly Well. That said. I would highly recommend this place We decided to listen to our waiters' suggestion The Peking Duck spring rolls served with foie gras/pomegranate and the pork dumplings are great. Mix of flavors and very tasty. The large entrees blackened Cod and Crispy pork to follow. A delicious and great combination. And the side of lobster fried rice was perfect. And it was served right I rarely right long reviews so you can imagine I enjoyed this place
(5)Lisa S.
Great everything!!! Service, food ambiance.... I highly recommend this place. If you love oxtail you are going to love the dim sum. Then we move on to the filet and lamb chops.... Tender Tender Tender.... I love rice and the rice was made perfectly. The cauliflower had a nice kick.... If you are vegan this veggie is not for you, it has some ground pork in it. The flavors are so yummy you have to try for yourself. This place is great for a date, a group of friends it doesn't matter... Your younger will thank you.
(5)Hnde E.
It is a trendy Asian-fusion to take people visiting you. The food is good, but for some reason, this restaurant feels a bit touristy and commercial. Classic Stephen Starr.
(4)Brett G.
Only there once. Seemed a bit overpriced and the service was just ok but perhaps I had high expectations
(3)Kelsey M.
The edamame dumplings are the most amazing thing I've ever eaten!
(5)Marley A.
I think everyone person who visits or lives in NYC, should visit this place at least once in their lifetime. The food and service are GREAT!
(5)John R.
Fun restaurant with a group. Very good food. And there are plenty of bars in the area to hit after dinner
(4)Suzanne T.
Buddakan never disappoints!!! We came here around 10pm on a Saturday without reservations. I knew we wouldn't get a table, but the hostess told us to go to the bar and we would be able to get a seat there. She was right. We waited about 5 minutes and got a table. We had the Chinese sausage fried rice, Singapore noodles, and double cooked pork. The fried rice was DELICIOUS! It was so tasty and not overly salty. The sunny side up egg on top was a nice addition. Singapore noodles came with crispy pork belly. OMG was this dish awesome. The noodles had the right amount of spice and the pork was crispy and tender all at the same time. The double cooked pork was a nice piece of pork shoulder. Again cooked to perfection with a great slaw salad ontop. For dessert we had the dark chocolate mousse. It arrived with a perfect scoop of mint chocolate chip ice cream on the side. The waiter set the dish down and poured this incredible chocolate over the top of the mousse. The mousse was light and creamy. I wish I could have taken a half gallon of that ice cream home with me. Our waitress was awesome. She always checked on us, made sure our glasses were full and offered suggestions. The decor is dimly lit and romantic. The background music is perfect and not intrusive.
(5)Andrea M.
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(5)Priscilla L.
This place is great! The atmosphere is really cool with their big chandlers and dripping candles. Don't let them seat you in the back. The best seats are in the middle under the chandlers. The food is also really good. It's asian fusion and presented very decoratively. It's pretty fancy aka expensive, but a great place if you want to impress a girl! ;)
(5)Shantelle T.
Seeing that there are so many stellar reviews for Buddakan, we HAD to check this out when we were in NYC. It's in the meat packing district which is a fun and swanky area. We couldn't get a reservation until 10:15pm any night of the week which was ridiculous but hey, when in Rome right? Checking in for your table is like checking in for a hotel with all 5 hostesses working. We were a little annoyed because our table wasn't ready at 10:15pm so we had to sit in the bar. The cocktail server was pretty rude and annoying. We wanted to order an appetizer but he told us not to since our table would be ready soon. I was peeved because you don't mess with me when I'm HANGRY! Anyway, we got called to our table rather quickly so he was right. lol. I have to say, the food is terrific. Every single thing we ordered was mouth watering. The plates were fun for sharing. It is SUPER dark in there so you probably want to bring your flashlight app on your phone so you can read the menu. It's contemporary and stylish but not very cozy at all. We waited a good long time for our server to arrive but once he did, he was fab. Here's all the things we ordered that we L.O.V.E.D. Sizzling Short Rib Alaskan Black Cod Chili Rock Shrimp Vegetable Fried Rice General Tso's Dumplings Chinese Sausage Fried Rice The Noodle dishes were decent but I suggest all the items above first. Prices are good too. Not cheap but definitely less expensive than we were thinking for such a hot spot. Oh, you MUST love ASIAN cuisine and you must be at least slightly adventurous because everything has a bit of a twist.
(4)Drew J.
Amazing night with amazing service. Would definitely recommend. Best filet mignon I've had in the state of New Jersey.
(5)May S.
Fancy amazing restaurant , decorated in unique style that make it great for any special occasion , also the food is great & the service is excellent, I recommend lobster rice , black pepper beef , Mongolian lamb chop & crispy calamari salad
(5)John S.
I love this restaurant. It is poorly lit, but the glow from the smiling Buddha tiles lends a mysterious appeal. The service is excellent. Now the food: everything was delicious including the amazing cocktails they make. I ordered tapas type food that we all shared and each one was succulent and in good portions. The deconstructed brownie was excellent for dessert. I would eat there any time. Only thing hard to do is park near the place. There is a lot about a block away but it is like a warehouse and you need to park about a mile underground and then need to walk back to the surface as oncoming cars come at you. So take public transportation if you can. Price = NYC = expensive but not ridiculous. One person can expect to pay about 75 dollars with dessert and cocktail.
(5)Vinay K.
great place for a night out. Excellent ambiance, amazing food and overall a good place for groups or a date.
(4)Angelica C.
sultry and chic without being overly priced, obnoxious or pretentious. Amazing service from the moment we walk in,the lovely hostess (gorgeous African-American girl!) promptly take us to our table, noticing how big and tall my husband was (6'5 220lbs) she proceed to make sure we were comfortably seated (something extremely rare to find in NYC restaurants where they stuff everyone into the corner table for four people and they seat ten! Carolina was our perfect server, pointing out favorites and vegetarian choices. Food was impeccable and portion sizes were delicious (specially the Pistachio chocolate cremoso!) drink were good but they could always improve a little bit...THANK YOU!
(5)Courtney R.
Had yet another incredible meal at Buddakan on April 7. Kevin was our waiter and he was ever so charming and attentive. My dear friend and I ordered the pork dumplings, the edamame dumplings, Sweet and Spicy crispy shrimp, peanut noodles and the green asian stir fry. Yet again the meal blew my mind and impressed my friend who is a cook herself. For dessert we chose the Passion Fruit dessert mentioned in my last review (please refer to earlier review for details). Our favorite part of the meal were the pork dumplings. Crispy, spicy and a tad sweet, the dumplings were an absolute delight. The peanut noodles had quite the inventive composition but didn't do it for us. The dish was a bit dry over all ( not enough peanut sauce ) and as a whole, over powered by candied ginger bits. The shrimp and green stir fry were favorites of mine from last visit and they were as good as ever!!! We each had a specialty cocktail to drink ( names don't come to mind) and each was a superb concoction of favors! Well done, Buddakan.
(5)Isabel T.
clean, good food, good drinks... simple. love it!
(4)Ken C.
I need to preface this review with first letting everyone know that I have not actually been to this restaurant. This review is based on an experience my wife had at Buddakan after dining there with a large group and it points out the lack of knowledge of the staff rather than quality of food. My wife is allergic to mushrooms. She is very good at notifying the servers of this allergy when we go out to dinner, particularly if we are in a "shared plate" setting. In this case, she immediately notified the server of her mushroom allergy before being served. They pointed to 2 different types of spring rolls on the menu and told her she could eat one type, but not the other. Another member of the staff came out later on and told her the same thing. They specifically told her it was safe to eat the spring rolls she had in front of her. So she ate them. After she had already eaten one, a third member of the staff came out and said "Are you the one with the mushroom allergy, because you cannot eat that they are made with mushroom truffle oil" At this point it was obviously way too late. My wife wound up paying for a meal that ruined her entire night. She chipped in for her part of the bill and had to go back to her hotel room while everyone else enjoyed a night out for a bachelorette party. On the bright side, ingesting the mushrooms only caused her to projectile vomit all night and she did not have to be rushed to the hospital. The ignorance of the staff at Buddakan is inexcusable. Not one, but 2 members of the staff assured her that the food was not made with mushrooms. She spent a lot of money on a meal that made her sick and ruined the rest of her night. She contacted the restaurant and explained the situation. Michele E. got back to her and told her she would call her to discuss the situation. That was on March 28th. Today is April 7th and nobody has called back. They obviously do not care about the fact that they could have killed her. At the very least we would like to have our money refunded to us which is something they should have offered to do immediately. Instead they chose to ignore her. So here I am on Yelp voicing my concerns. Think twice about eating here, particularly if you have a food allergy because the staff has no idea what ingredients go into their food. It makes me wonder how many vegetarians have unknowingly ingested meat in this establishment after being told the food did not have meat in it. They could very easily kill someone with a peanut allergy as well. The outcome of this situation could have been a lot worse, and very well can be for someone else in the future who is not so lucky. Complete and total FAIL.
(1)Ruben P.
Beautiful place, beautiful people, Host and waitress were very attentive. My wife and I had the Duck fried rice, Dungeness fried rice, Tuna Tartare spring rolls, Pork buns which were all delicious.
(5)Christina Y.
Some great dishes and some okay... great for the ambiance
(4)Julien F.
Buddakan reminds me so much of the Buddha Bar back in the day. Always busy, amazing and grand decor, and the food is terrific! The rock shrimp are to die for... If you look at the pictures and like a room more than the other, make sure to let them know!
(5)Eric W.
First, one tip for out-of-towners, the restaurant is located near lots of cool shops, the Chelsea Market and the Highline, so the location is perfect for an after-dinner walk. The food is good but over-priced. Because I'm not a New Yorker I won't weigh in on whether the meatpacking district is trendy and hip or douchey and "so yesterday," but you're probably are paying extra because you're in a trendy area where (hopefully) the beautiful people are dining. The restaurant is dark. And I mean dark-side-of-the-moon dark. It's so dark that I saw multiple people using their smart phones to read the menu. Because I was there with my sister, the lighting seemed silly/pretentious, but if you're at Buddakan on a date you may find the atmospere cozy and romantic. The interior is certainly impressive, and I expect countless guys have dropped a lot change here trying to impress a date. To sum up: Buddakan is definitely worth trying once -- whether it makes your list for return visits is up to you.
(4)Tae K.
Got a reservation even on valentines day 2015, and I was even late for that. However I still got sat right away. Food was delish to say the least. My GF's favorite part of the whole establishment was the exotic leaking candles they place on each table and allow them to grow more and more wax every night. I would have just preferred a new candle but it must have some sort of meaning behind it. Drinks were strong and not watered down at all. Bill was over $200.00 and that included many dishes so it was well worth it.
(5)Edward S.
Decent Asian in the meatpacking district.Try the Peking Duck SpringRolls or the Bo Bo Platter with cocktails.The Haze will knock your socks off.
(3)Jasmine D.
Awesome had lots of fun.
(5)Tcokes C.
Looking a job in entry level management, if you have any ideas its will be appreciated. Location ny
(5)Christopher C.
Excellent food and service. We sat in the far back room and they were able to seat us including our extra person. We were a little late to our reservation so we ended up drinking in the bar for 30 minutes. A hostess was able to locate us in the crowded bar and bring us to our table. The inside of the restaurant is spectacular especially at night. The food was good and the wine and champagne prices were reasonable. I especially liked the pork fat, dumplings, and tuna tar tar.
(4)Demetrios S.
Haven't been there in awhile. But it's always been good food and fun!
(3)Brook H.
Great food, good service, wikked atmosphere, vey sexy.
(5)Kartik I.
Often huge expectations leads to a disappointment, but not this place. The food was great, but the cocktails weren't that impressive. The ambience is very good and we loved the music! Im definitely going back, but going to order wines instead of cocktails. Paying $15 for a diluted cocktail doesn't really work for me!
(4)Andrew P.
Food is solid. Service is lack-luster at best and ambiance is dated. Nuff said. Seacrest out!
(3)Rich J.
The word of the day is labyrinthine..which aptly describes Buddakan. I expected to have to fight off a Minotaur at some point. The place is stunning though, just don't get too drunk or you might not find your way out. The service was on point and friendly. The food was perfection: Truffled edamame dumplings Make-your-own pork belly buns Peking duck Spicy chili lamb dan dan noodles chocolate pistachio cremosa I can't give you a highlight as all were greatand the portions- contrary to other reviews- were decent. And I'm a 6'2 220 lb manly man and Ieft more than satisfied. Suprisingly good beer selection, though limited- Liquid Gold, Dupont Saison, Chimay. Icing on the cake- actually getting a parking spot only a block away.
(5)Sonya L.
Once a Nabisco cookie factory, now lies Buddakan; a vast, seductive restaurant serving exceptional Asian fusion cuisine. This is definitely a venue made for those special occasions (birthdays) as well as the perfect spot to get together with friends and paint the town red. ALWAYS a fun night! :) The many times I've been here, I've never had any problems. The friends I've brought from LA love it here as well. Staff is attentive, food is always good and the drinks will knock your socks off. Some of my favorite dishes: - Hoisin Glazed Pork Belly w/bao buns (You HAVE to order this!) - Sesame Shrimp Toast - Glazed Alaskan Black Cod - Kung Pao Monkfish Really, a lot of what is on the menu is very tasty. I would say the noodles and fried rice options were pretty standard. They used to have an appetizer with frog legs (tastes like chicken) but it's no longer on the menu. Oh well. If you have to try only one dessert, get the Crying Chocolate. It's delicious and the presentation is very pretty. The cocktails here are amazing! Three that I really like is the Haze, Charm and Fate. (Fate being my most absolute favorite.) These three are good choices if you lean towards vodka and champagne. Definitely have a reservation, unless you decide to just dine in the bar lounge. Otherwise, you may have to wait a bit. (And they are almost always busy most nights.) The tables in the bar lounge are not very big so if your party is quite large, you'll want to dine downstairs. There you will see the grand banquet table (yes, the one from Carrie's wedding rehearsal dinner in "Sex and the City") beneath the beautiful chandeliers as well as other tables surrounding it. Off to one side is the "library room", which is smaller and more intimate (but very chic), while the other side leads you towards the restrooms, where it's VERY dark. (This may be an issue if you are completely sauced, lol.) There are also more rooms leading you into other dining areas. Ah, so many options! I'm looking forward to my next visit. :)
(5)J S.
Beautiful place. Great decor. Food is really good but expensive. Super recommended for tourists or first timers!
(4)K B.
I love Buddakan - many times I will just go with my friends to get drinks and apps in the bar area but dinner is excellent too. Highly recommend for visitors and locals alike :-)
(5)Sam J.
Such great everything! Food, decor, music, vibe, everything. Its a bit fancy, and often hard to get a reservation, but they do seat walk ins in the front lounge easily if you ever want to take a shot. Get the edamame dumplings!
(5)Ray C.
Nice environment, cool place to have a date.
(5)Chris S.
The ambiance is cool, the bar is a bit noisy but once you are seated it becomes more intimate and quiet. The main dining area is gorgeous and they kept some of the ornateness of the old Nabisco Factory that was once there. Fun Fact: First Oreo was made here. You will wait about 15 to 20 minutes for your table. We got a drink and once our table was ready we were taken to our table. The meal and service was incredible to let you know. I'm an Asian fusion kind of guy. Love Koi and Nobu and I think this place may have taken the place. Appetizers * Spicy Yellowtail Yu Sheng - clean and fresh sashimi style yellow tail dish. Really great. * Bo Bo Plate - my friend raved about getting this. I did try one of their boneless spare ribs and it was insane. Mains * Lamb Chops - my friends shared the Lamb Chops and loved it. I avoid any red meat so I didn't try this * Glazed Alaskan Black Cod - very light dish and the fish is perfectly cooked. Super impressed * Kung Pao Monkfish - my friend share this dish and I had a bite of it. Very good with a little bit of kick Vegetables - try to avoid carbs at night so didn't do any noodles or rice * Asian Green Stir Fry - kind of disappointed with this dish. Just kind of blah * Wok Charred Broccoli - very good and I think I ate all of this on my own Cocktails - I really enjoyed the Solid but I'm a bourbon guy. Service - our server was great and Luke, one of the managers on duty, was such a solid guy. We wanted to go to a bar afterwards and he not only recommended the bar but got us reservations. I was floored how nice and accommodating everyone was there. A must try place when you are in New York.
(5)Biru S.
I very rarely visit the same restaurant twice, but It was monday and I needed a "hip" restaurant to visit for a special occasion. An amazing experience once again! This time I was with one other person. We show up to the bar area and mentioned that it's the eve of my wife's birthday. Immediately he served up some "special mixes" not on the menu and we were escorted to our table in one of the most beautiful dining rooms in Manhattan. We ordered the lobster egg rolls(an absolute must), the monk fish, bbq eel fried rice and the cracked chilly chicken. Everything was excellent (from the point of view that this place serves up high end American style chinese food). For dessert we got the bread pudding. The best bread pudding I ever had! My wife engulfed it even though she absolutely hates sweets. Great spot. You will see some tourists here. You'll also find your fair share of suits and suits disguised in their casual clothing.
(5)Tyler D.
This place isn't shabby. Great hostesses, very friendly. Overall A+ experience. Now this area has become the belly of the beast for tourists who seek out the High Line.
(4)Cris B.
LOVE this place. It has become very touristy but still a beautiful and sexy restaurant with delicious food and excellent service.
(4)Katherine G.
What an experience! From the beautiful ambience to the great service that we got from Jack! The food was excellent and the true highlight was the duck. Not a huge duck fan but upon review after review, I had to try and so glad I did. It was worth every penny! Save room for dessert because the Almond bread pudding ended the night perfectly! Kudos!
(5)Barbara G.
As a local resident, this place is overpriced and touristy. But it's an amazing space and a great place to bring an out-of-town friend to give them a cool NYC experience. Keep a phone or a flashlight handy, it's the darkest restaurant I've ever been in. It's easy to get lost or walk into a mirror! Our waiter and servers were wonderful. Our waiter told us he had been with the restaurant from opening day and he was friendly and helpful. The Haze cocktail comes in a martini glass with a vodka-infused lychee garnish, it was smooth, crisp, and strong. We started with appetizers: edamame dumplings - they were amazing, the filling was an unexpected light creamy mashed potato-y texture. We also got the glazed pork belly - succulent and delicious served on a bed of spicy crunchy slaw with steamed buns on the side. The main courses are served family style. Three little lamb chops which were perfect. The red snapper, a very large filet with crispy skin complimented with buttery thin slices of tofu. The green stir fry was good - crunchy greens with pine nuts and toasted garlic. The only thing that wasn't good was the sausage rice with a fried egg on top, the rice was overcooked and not fresh tasting. For dessert we got the crying chocolate tear drop, it's an impressive platter of chocolate drops, coffee ice cream and cookie crumbles leading to a warm chocolate tart with chocolate sauce that spills out when you break into it. We also got the chocolate pistachio cremoso - a bowl filled with of pistachio ice cream, glazed cherries, cookie crumbles and a scoop of chocolate mousse. Overall this a great place to bring people who are looking for a decadent downtown vibe.
(4)Stephanie S.
We ordered everything the server recommended and we were not disappointed. The chili rock shrimp is amazing! The space is huge and has different rooms and levels that makes for a great spot to have a party. The crowd was young and fun - a great spot if you're visiting the city!
(5)Diana A.
Came here for my birthday for the first time . Always heard about this spot and have wanted to try it out. The entrance from the outside throws you off at first , but then you step inside and you know right away it's a trendy place. Had a cocktail at the bar. Can't remember the name but it was good. Loved the dim lighting and service. The food was ok. I ordered like the Alaskan black cod with a lobster fried rice. The waiter was very attentive and on point. Loved the service and drinks . I'll definently come back to give it another try.
(4)Maria K.
absolutley love this place! Went on a triple date and did the tasting menu, delishious food and a great atmosphere!
(5)Anonym a.
great food and ambiance! everything we ordered off the menu was delicious . Some of the highlights of dinner were : pork buns, lobster fried rice , king crab in Singapore curry, rock shrimp, general tso's dumplings , alaskan black cod and almond bread pudding
(4)Keith P.
Good place, good crowd
(4)Pete C.
That bread pudding, though. I mean ... amazing.
(5)Richard R.
The ambiance was great and the service was friendly, it was crowded per the usual but what else would you expect at a place like this! I would highly recommend and I plan on coming back as soon as possible!
(5)Orun B.
Amazing location and unique experience. This is a great place to go for a special occasion such as a business celebration. The main hall is very grandiose and the service and design of the interior are impeccable. We ordered a variety of plates which were brought out in a "tapas" format, ideal for sharing with a group. My favorite item would have to be the deep fried shrimp which they blended into a sphere, I've never had anything quite like that. There's a long wait time most Friday and Saturday nights which has prevented me from getting in without a reservation in the past, but this time we went on a Thursday evening and were seated within 10 minutes. Not very inexpensive, but worth it.
(5)Kyle S.
YUM!! They never go wrong.. Such amazing food AND service. Always.
(5)Jimmy C.
Don't bother booking a table because the ambiance in the bar is much more personal. I always walk in and prey upon a table instead of making a reservation. Their appetizers are super bomb especially those spicy dumplings. Staff is always super nice and did I say this was featured in sex and the city?
(5)Dorri M.
I purchased the E and C room For a Bro Mitzvah which is a celebration of a young black male from tween to teen .I was very satisfied as to how everything was organized , the staff was very accommodating and polite ,All the children expressed what an amazing Time they had,The place was a must and a pus
(5)La G.
I love this fancy place they have realky good food and good wine it's perfect for a date and the place is amazing :))
(5)Lyndsey K.
I have been to Buddakan three times and each time was great! The first time was with three other people and we were able to share a few different dishes. The other two times I went with only one other person. The food was just as great but we were not able to try as many options. My friend and I loved the General Tso's Dumplings so much we almost ordered another plate. The décor is very pretty. A great place for a date. I liked it better than Tao because I felt that it was more gourmet. It was a pricey meal but definitely worth it!
(4)Kortnee L.
Amazing atmosphere, great food! And they also had illy Coffee available!
(5)S K.
Entered with group of girls and one fell on the staircase due to spillage that was not cleaned by staff. The host quickly remarked that she shouldn't be embarrassed or worry because no one saw rather than ensuring she was ok. Manager then gave her a napkin with ice in it too help the bruising and no one checked on her or acknowledged the incident throughout and after the meal. Enter at your own risk! Careless and inconsiderate staff.
(1)V O.
The environment and drinks were great. Trendy spot, will definitely go again.
(4)Rojil L.
Ombre created by Alison! Alison is an amazing artist...she colored each section cautiously without teasing my hair, which I LOVED (other Salons tease your hair to get the Ombre effect, which damages your hair). Everyone was very attentive and friendly! Thank you everyone at Fox & Jane!
(5)Amal S.
Drinks are good- food is hit or miss. The scene feels stale after all these years but I still go- although not top of my list.
(3)Raina H.
This place is not very noticeable from the outside, but once you walk through the two mysterious-looking automatic doors, it is an entirely different environment than the outside. It is breathtaking! They serve gourmet Chinese food and everything we ordered was spectacular. Will definitely come back on future special occasions.
(5)Rebecca L.
Food, service and Ambiance are 5 stars! Down side was, it VERY dark inside. I saw so many people using their smartphone to read the menu . Me and my friend really enjoy the fried rice and the crispy shrimp as well as the glazed pork belly buns. definitely will come back for more yummy food.
(5)Ron E.
I have yet to be disappointed in Biddahkan. Super great food. Order enough! The different dishes were out ragous the cod fish and the duck salad were great! The noodles and mushrooms were OK.
(5)Ni36 X.
Went with a group of about 8, so we were offered a special price fix menu- absolutely delicious! I would go back everyday and eat if I could! Unlimited replenishment on the food, but really it is not even needed, you'll be stuffed. And the dessert to top it off at the end. So pleased!
(5)Kate D.
The food and service are amazing, as is the atmosphere. Very dramatic, with gold chandeliers and tall staircases. The braised beef short ribs are amazing!
(5)Jerry B.
One of the best restaurants in the city. Period. Great atmosphere, AMAZING food, great drinks, etc. I can't say a bad thing about it. I have eaten here many times and ordered many different things off the menu and have never been dissatisfied.
(5)Jay M.
Big. Brash. Party. The food is good. It's not fine dining, but you'll shovel it down. The waitstaff is beyond professional. They pump you in and out, always upsell you on the wine and make sure your glass is never low. I have no complaints, you know what you are getting into here. It's big, kind of expensive and fun.
(4)Natalie G.
Love this place! The ambiance is classy and hip, the food is delicious, and service is great. A fun restaurant to go to with a group of friends.
(5)Anita I.
Love this place! Tuna Tatar spring rolls are the best!! The atmosphere is cozy and comfortable
(5)Sarah G.
Great atmosphere, great food, good drinks. Service is pretty good too. My favorite dishes are edamame dumplings and the filet.
(4)Sargam M.
Great place for dinner. Food is great, cocktails are yummy, and atmosphere is fun too. A little touristy though. The edamame dumplings are particularly awesome :) The service is attentive without being overbearing like it sometime is in restaurants where they want to turn over tables quickly.
(4)Mengying S.
awesome place in terms of decoration, you have to sit in the hall if you come. Roasted duck is pretty good from a Chinese's perspective.
(4)Erica Z.
Great food, great ambience. A must for dinner. Pricey.
(5)Elektra B.
A great experience. Nice atmosphere. Awesome food.
(4)chris b.
wonderful space and decoration very attentive serving would give a 5 star for that. The food overall lacks the WOW moment but defenetley something to come back for a night out.
(3)Christina L.
Interior is really nice but the food was good not great.
(3)Brian P.
Love the food,the service & the décor!
(5)K D.
Love this place! The edamame dumplings are the best and the mongolian lamb chops are great too!
(5)Jialu T.
One of the best places. The salad taste really good and the beef, I like cocktail. It's a bit shanghai style for the fish.
(5)V B.
The wait was ridiculously long for my dinner reservation, about 2 hours which was ridiculous, but the food was excellent. The manager felt terrible and gave us free desserts, and he came up to us multiple times to apologize. But, otherwise, great atmosphere, good food.
(4)Patricia S.
Went with a group of 6. Living in NYC for 3 years, I have deleted expectations. Great food, service, and drinks! Not to mention the place is amazing to look at. I will be back!!
(5)Brian B.
Probably the best food I have had in the last decade and I have eaten out all over the world. Enough said. Ambiance = 10/10, food was 11/10. I don't yelp many restaurants because I'm not easily impressed and I'm just apathetic towards it. This place...... I can't even describe how great it is.
(5)Libertad M.
food was okay. Go for the ambiance and the drinks
(4)Ozlem o.
It is an experience eating at Buddakan. Ambiance, definitely good food, service is fine, but nothing special.
(4)Jim W.
Recently my family and I visited New York and we were referred to this restaurant by a friend who lives in the city. What a fantastic recommendation. Our waitress was very friendly and efficient (she told us she was actually an opera singer, but that didn't pay well). The food is an Asian fusion. We ordered more than was recommended as we wanted to try different items, every dish was unique and tasty. The fried rice really stood out. The décor and ambiance fit the theme perfectly. The last comment would be how reasonable the prices were for fine dining in New York.
(5)allison n.
amazing food, drinks and great ambiance!
(5)Cary M.
Overpriced Puhlleassse
(2)Jacky R.
The food was pretty darn good. I came here for a friend's 17th birthday and I ordered the Mongolian lamb chop , tuna tartare spring roll, braised short ribs, and the service was decent as expected from a prestigious restaurant. The Mongolian Lamb Chops would've been perfect if they weren't slightly overcooked. The short ribs were tender and the sauce was sweet like a thick barbeque sauce. Overall I would come back here again for sure!
(4)Brendan P.
I suppose one eats here because of the atmosphere, not necessarily the food (who would pay $30 for beef and broccoli?). Drinks were well prepared, the service was good (and quick, despite their busy Saturday night crowd). Still, I can't shake that uncomfortable feeling I have after spending $75 on two cocktails, a small appetizer and a bowl of rice.
(3)Romaniya H.
Very fancy place, good food, I wish they could give a little bit bigger portions since the food is expensive there.
(4)Darwin R.
Excellent service, atmosphere and yummy food. It is noisy for a date or conversation. Reserve on advance tho, it gets crowded for dinner
(4)Paul L.
was really good. great atmosphere and great food. girls with their moms taking selfies in front of the bathroom murals 'cause there are naked dudes.
(5)Marie Annick M.
It's all about the ambiance with this place , very nice : dark and sultry. Good spot for an intimate dinner . Portions are very small I must say. The entrees come with no sides , hence the small portion. The waiters are attentive , staff is friendly and service is excellent . On special occasions this is a wonderful spot if you're willing to cough off the hefty buck. I went to the one in Atlantic city and like this one better . It's huge .
(4)Smitha G.
One of my favorite restaurants in NYC. Sexy environment and perfect for a date night or a girl's night out. The sampling menu is the way to go if you are hungry and want to try some great dishes.
(5)Melissa C.
Cool, trendy, fun and great drinks!
(4)Melissa P.
Amazing experience! We got the following: Tuna tartar spring roll - amazing Rock shrimp - good but tasted like it had buffalo sauce on it Pork dumplings - good Filet mignon - amazing ! Especially the sauce Crab sticky rice - good Black cod - great !
(4)Paola G.
It was my friends bachelorette party and we sat at the Sex and the City table, had a lovely dinner, everything was amazing. I really enjoyed all the food and the drinks. Cant wait to come back!
(5)Pahola J.
Service was good, but food was just ok. I was really expecting more from this place by the reputation.
(3)john w.
what a great place! amazing food and drink complemented by an amazing atmosphere and spot on service....Go with a group, order a bunch of apps and entrees to share but be sure to try the bread pudding!!! AMAZING!!!!
(5)Kelly G.
If you know what to get this place is amazing. Edamame dumplings, rock shrimp and filet of beef are a must..
(5)Helen F.
not great. My sushi had cold rice!!!!
(3)Christine M.
This restaurant deserves the time out of my busy day to rate it. By far , its one of my favorites and I tend to gravitate here for celebrations and holidays when I am in NY. The appetizers are just as stimulating as the entrees and the deserts - well even if you normally don't partake- they are a must! I highly recommend reservations and this is a dress to impress establishment.
(5)T R.
An excellent high end and swanky spot for Asian flare food. The edamame dumplings and rock shrimp are must haves. The chili crispy chicken is delicious as well. The boneless ribs are simply mouth watering. Enjoy.
(5)Audrey C.
Came here with some girlfriends and we all had a great time. Love the decor and ambiance of the place. The food was also very good. The place was packed even for a workday. Service was excellent.
(4)Chris D.
One of my favorites in the city. Love the food. Love the atmosphere. I recommend this for special occasions. Make your reservations as early as you can. Despite the ample space, they fill up quickly.
(5)Alisson G.
Absolutely love this place, I've been there more than a handful of times and I'm never dissappointed... Service is always amazing and the food so far is always very delicious and consistent.
(5)Ciara B.
Buddakan is as good as it gets when it comes to gourmet Chinese food in America. Overall my date and I had a very pleasant experience and every dish we ate was delicious.
(5)Mich L.
The ambiance is AWESOME but the food is whatever. If you are from out of town and looking for good food, this isn't a place I'd recommend. But if you are coming here to say you ate at Buddakan - order the Alaskan Black Cod, Dan Dan Nodles, Tuna Tartare Spring Roll, Chili Rock Shrimp, the Mongolian Lambchops and the Sizzling Short Ribs.
(3)Julia L.
Such a great experience! Cant wait to go back
(5)Ermioni K.
Trendy restaurants usually fall short on the quality of food -- but this was great overall. This is a great place for a celebration or birthday.
(5)Chris T.
One of the best restaurants I have ever had the pleasure of eating at. I'm a big fan of Asian Fusion and this place didn't disappoint. Beautiful atmosphere with a wonderful, attentive staff. Highly recommend and will definitely be coming back on my next trip to NYC!
(5)Esther P.
The place is gorgeous and the drinks are great. I think I've been here a year or two ago.. don't know what it's like these days. But overall, if you're in the area and want to impress some out of towners with some asian fusion, instead of some neighborhood chinese food this is the place to go. Ambiance = 5 Food = 4 Price for asian food = 3
(4)Laxmi D.
Super yummy Asian fusion food. I went with a big group of people so we decided to go with the tasting menu and got a little bit of everything. Highly recommend the Mongolian Lamb Chomps! Only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because it is a bit pricey.
(4)Mila M.
Buddakan never disappoints. The atmosphere lends itself to romantic first dates or fine dining and drinks with the girls.
(4)Emmanuelle B.
Beautiful interiors.The food is good however, its overpriced!
(3)Jeremy F.
My wife and I went here for our anniversary. Very fancy place. The service was very friendly and knowledgeable. Lobster Fried Rice was incredible!
(5)Christine L.
Great food and ambience. Lamb chops and tempura are the best on the menu. It's a sexy and chic place, great venue to impress a date!
(4)Michelle B.
I think this place is really overrated. The food is good, but the service is over-the-top. I was basically yelled at for putting my coat on another seat at a neighboring table just even though no one was sitting there and then forced to check it. On top of that, we weren't able to choose our own table to sit and the waiter kept on coming over to pressure us into ordering more drinks. The atmosphere was cool but I wouldn't come back here again. Not a comfortable feeling.
(3)Mia F.
what can you say when your date brings you here; you know your in for trouble. a lot of hype, expensive and quite frankly its all good. many guys out with their nieces if you know what I mean? service was good, ambiance is what your paying for. other than the restroom being a mess, worth a trip. big tourist spot. I noticed a few tables complaining about their check which means here come some poor reviews go visit this special place
(4)Roshon M.
I worked there and there's a manager there named Nick who like to say sneaky stuff about the cooks when he doesn't even no how too cook. All he does is prep food It took them 4 weeks to pay me for 3 days pay. He leaves work on the clock and returns. Then wants send people home after he stole hours, the nerve. The place needs to be shut down, they have mice running around in the kitchen playing tag. This doesn't apply to this spot. Sorry
(1)Tina H.
Buddakan is incredible. If you're looking for a great venue for a small or even a large dinner party (we had a party of 20+ last time). Go to Buddakan and you won't be disappointed in the service, the impeccable food or the gorgeous ambience.
(5)Mary M.
I'd been here before for a work event so I knew the food and space was already fantastic. This was my first time here for dinner. The food was outstanding, as expected and the service was great. Highly reccommend the crispy shrimp. Also keep im mind the plates are supposed to be shared.
(4)Michael F.
Amazing food and atmosphere!! Ya' gotta check this place out.
(5)greg w.
I like this place because of the atmosphere. I will say that I really think Spice Markets food and atmosphere is better. Still good enough and always great service.
(4)Karina A.
Such a fun restaurant! Beautiful decor, perfectly loud music and tasty cocktails. Oh yeah...and the food is good too! We had dinner here and we ordered a bunch of different things so that we could sample a bit of everything. There are many interesting concoctions here. Very unique dishes. I can't remember what I loved but it came in a steaming clay pot.
(5)Gregory S.
food was very good good service
(4)Ivy A.
Incredible food, unbeatable atmosphere
(5)Pay T.
ok food, nice atmosphere, worth going once
(3)Mark P.
its always a great experience. fun, very new york. just very loud, usually, so not the best if you want to have a romantic dinner. (best romanic dinners in manhattan: "palma", "home", "wallsee")
(5)Kelly M.
Ambience is wonderful. The service was great and our server was very knowledgable, had great recommendations and very friendly. All our food was wonderful as I'm sure all the food is there (I got the beef and the sauce it came with i could have drank it was so good) but make sure you don't skip desert! The almond bread pudding was TO DIE FOR. Bananas, butterscotch sauce, whiskey ice cream my mouth is watering thinking about it.
(5)Elizabeth L.
We expected the ambiance, expected high quality food ... We were utterly delighted by the service. Great for 2 or groups. Highly recommend.
(5)Ella A.
Tried the Philly one and was a little disappointed with service, but the NY one is on point.
(5)Brian T.
Outstanding food and terrific service. The decor was outstanding and there are several tables that were very intimate. The food was well presented and prepared perfectly. I would certainly go again!!
(5)Myrna H.
Not sure what the hype is with this place. Well this is a great place with great ambience for drink. But we made a reservation at 9 and we only got our table at 950pm on a Wed nite. Ok not a great first impression. Our server definitely suggested to order way more food that what we think we need. And then she did not come back and ask how the food was or anything. And we sudd just got another server altogether. Seriously...... we ordered fried rice - way too dry, the wok noodle - way too soft. The saving grace is the black alaskan cod. That's it! Sorry Buddakan but I won2be going back. Spice Market across the street is so much better.
(2)DazzlingDiva J.
Loved this Resturant! The staff was absolutely amazing. We made reservations and was seated right away. I loved our waiter. He made great wine & appetizer suggestions. It's a good place for couples & groups. Will definitely return.
(4)Cathy M.
I liked the food at this place, but the service was just okay. The restaurant is very busy, so it takes the waiters a long time to refresh drinks and get the entrees out. The atmosphere is fun, though, and a great place to visit if you are in New York.
(3)Khatia K.
I love the food here and the service is on point. Everyone is super nice and If you don't have reservations you can eat by the bar which is cool too but it's crowded for a full meal. Definitely worth it!
(5)Vincent T.
I been to Buddakan here a couple of times now and can say that the food here is of the quality you would expect for the price you pay. I did have a couple complaints as food is sent as it is ready but we got our main dishes at least 20 minutes before the rice and veg accompaniments arrived. It seemed strange that the main dish came out before anyone of the items we wanted as appetizers and side dishes. Service and food were great and cocktails amazing.
(4)Erica L.
Awesome food, great decor!
(4)Carolyn C.
Yum! A bit larger than most NYC restaurants (read as: corporate serving) but fine eating and detailed service nonetheless. My mistake: devouring the first course on the tasting menu. There's so much more to come! And although this sounds cliche, I mean it: save room for dessert.
(4)James F.
Presentation and tasting plates were fantastic. The decor is very nice as well. They even accommodated my shell fish intolerant guest. Not inexpensive, but worth it.
(5)Andrew R.
Sexy and impressive interior. Get transported in this Asian inspired restaurant that has many different dining areas. Dine family style and really delve into the entire experience. Waits are expected for up to half an hour to get your table. Weekends expect more. This is where they increase your bar tab as you wait...
(4)Mary A.
Such a sexy, sleek, mysterious looking lounge & restaurant Utterly gorgeous inside. No wonder Sex & the City used this place to film for Carries rehearsal dinner.. A great place to grab drinks, and a snack. Although we came for dinner we did return again on our last day in NY for their amazing pork belly bao buns they were that amazing melt in your mouth goodness. Sesame shrimp toast were a nice little tapas plate to get crunchy & filling. Basically this isn't your authentic Asian place in NY. It's an Asian fusion at it's best. Really enjoyed the Fate cocktail which consisted of bubbly Prosecco, Pineapple juice, & elderflower liquor.
(5)Desiree D.
Food was great. Our server Ben was amazing super sweet nice and accommodating. Atmosphere is wonderful and very busy which I love. Let's not forget to mention that the restaurant is huge. We had the spring tuna rolls, the black cod, and the shirt red pad Thai. Everything was yummy and spectacular. Cheers.
(5)Mark K.
Wow wow wow - visiting New York from the California wine country where we have exceptional food and wine. This place is incredible. If you're in NYC this is a must. We started with the potstickers and the chili rock shrimp (amazing). Then on to the lobster fried rice & Asian greens. The sole and rib eye for entrees were to die for! Ambiance and drinks were exceptional as well.
(5)Raksha M.
I love the atmosphere of this place. It's unbelievably cool to be in and I love bringing people from out of town. The chili rock shrimp is my favorite dish and I love their lychee cocktails. The rest of the food is good, but not wow -worthy (I wouldn't recommend the peking duck spring rolls), but overall I think this is definitely a place to go on occasions!
(4)Boris V.
Amazing decor, good Asian fusion food and cocktails. Service was good but a little long. Good experience overall. To give 5 stars, I would have expected an extra mile of service and food quality ;-)
(4)Swagata R.
Awesome food and ambience! My husband and I , sometimes go for our date nights there.
(5)Devon A.
Delicious. Expensive. Fantastic.
(5)Carol M.
The tables are hard to get on a Thursday or Friday night but if you get one .. order the pork belly. You'll dream of it at night. So good, so tender and flavorful.
(4)EJ J.
It is how refined Chinese food should be, not too many place you can WOW people with Chinese food these days. And by WOW-ing im not talking about the food. Its the atmosphere. It def has better food than Tao or Buddah Bar.
(4)Laura D.
Well I didn't pay for dinner (THANK GOD) I also didn't order. The food was delicious, the servers were attractive AND good at their jobs. I ordered a round of shots for every one (I paid) and I then immediately regretted my decision. EXPENSIVE. VERY EXPENSIVE.
(5)Henali P.
Dear Buddakan - Your ambiance and crispy tartar spring rolls were fantastic!! But you were lacking at... - sitting us down on time (half hour later even tho we made reservations for Fri night) - putting a little less salt in our scallion pancakes & mushroom noodles (We couldnt finish our dish bc it was that salty) - oh and taking forever to get a simple water refill I recommend on a weekday night but if you go on weekends, expect everything to be handled with less care. * I recommend Hakkasan which is similar to Buddakan but much better service and food even on a Friday :) *
(3)Sarah N.
Amazing décor and good food. I give it 4 stars because of the portion size (too small for the price). Great for groups!
(4)Thomas M.
Buddakan is the premier culinary institution that Columbuses asian cultures and repackages it for white people. The food here comes in tiny portions and has the flavor profile of medicority. This is the type of place that asian guys bring their non-asian girlfriends to, as a first step to introducing them to their culture. Because bringing them to Big Wong full bore off the bat will probably send her running back to her favorite italian/french restaurant and ordering an endive salad with a side of dressing to wash out the flavor of salted pork and dried fish. The most hyped item is the lobster fried rice and I deeply regret paying whatever they asked for it. It barely had lobster, barely had flavor and visually resembled a pile of leftover rice that people leave on the street for pigeons. Shit, it didn't even come in a bowl. How the hell are you supposed to eat rice that comes on a plate? Skip Buddakan, seriously. Do yourself a favor, even if you are a white person looking for Asian food. This place overprices, underdelivers all at the same time while it appropriates foreign cultures for their own profit. The trifecta of white privilege, corporatism and culinary inadequacy.
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(5)Evan J.
Super good. Came for a business dinner and we just kept trying different things. The decor is also phenomenal.
(4)Set S.
I've going to this Restaurant for about 10 years the food is very good and delicious the staff are friendly and great the ambiance always good and sexy. Love this restaurant so much and recommend everyone to try it out.
(5)Claudia H.
Had dinner with friends on Chinese New Year eve. Nice decoration and decent food. Was able to get dumplings at the end.
(4)Angie S.
It's easy to almost walk past the outside restaurant, until you notice the small letters "buddakan" etched into the facade of the building. The interior is gorgeous--this was where Carrie's wedding rehearsal was held in sex & the city. I've been probably 5-6 times (work, anniversary, birthday, family visits) and have had an amazing experience every time. The edamame dumplings are unlike anything I've ever eaten, the black Alaskan cod is another favorite...quite honestly everything I've had has been delicious. Go with more than 6 people and ask about their pre fixe tasting menu! Best way to do it :)
(5)Biru S.
I very rarely visit the same restaurant twice, but It was monday and I needed a "hip" restaurant to visit for a special occasion. An amazing experience once again! This time I was with one other person. We show up to the bar area and mentioned that it's the eve of my wife's birthday. Immediately he served up some "special mixes" not on the menu and we were escorted to our table in one of the most beautiful dining rooms in Manhattan. We ordered the lobster egg rolls(an absolute must), the monk fish, bbq eel fried rice and the cracked chilly chicken. Everything was excellent (from the point of view that this place serves up high end American style chinese food). For dessert we got the bread pudding. The best bread pudding I ever had! My wife engulfed it even though she absolutely hates sweets. Great spot. You will see some tourists here. You'll also find your fair share of suits and suits disguised in their casual clothing.
(5)Nattie A.
There is not much left to be said about Buddakan that hasn't already been said. Came here for my birthday dinner with my girlfriends. Service was phenomenal, drinks delicious, and food plentiful and tastey. The rock shrimp was the best I've ever had. Great atmosphere, will keep it in mind for special occasions !
(5)Danii D.
One of the best restaurants I have ever been to. The ambiance is impeccable and the waiter staff is great. Looking forward to coming back here again.
(5)Julia M.
The food was delicious and well presented. Everything was decorated beautifully and was very fancy. The only thing I didn't like was that we had so many different waiters it got a little confusing, but I would definitely go back.
(4)Naquita K.
Although I'm normally not a fan of Thai. Food this place is amazing especially the lobster rice and shrimp and mint spring rolls with sauce the drinks aren't good but the atmosphere is everything and suggest you go.
(5)Patrick W.
Tourist central. Great concept and wonderful food. Sadly they treat you like cattle and charge you like a rock star. There is always someone that they are more interested in than you. Dress well and go somewhere else.
(2)Lucia C.
Fantastic food, fabulous setting, ok-ishly priced.. the perfect place to go if you want a bourgeois night out in Chelsea! The only let downs are the staff! They are twits and a bit douchey. But the food makes up for it!
(3)Nadia B.
I came here several years ago and it's one of my favorite restaurants I've been to. I went here 5 years ago for my 5 yr anniversary dinner with my boyfriend. He of course didn't make reservation ahead time, so we weren't seated in the actual dining area. There's a section in front to accommodate those without reservation and of course a long wait. I don't remember what we ordered but both our dishes Were delicious! It was pricey but delish. I would return.
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