If I could give this 10 stars I would! Excellent food and excellent service. Our waitress Arielle was amazing!!
April 2024
Took a quick getaway to this NY fave located in Philadelphia. Just like their NY counterpart it was a hot spot for upscale Asian fusion dishes. Customer service was top tier and the food left us too stuffed to walk! A must visit everytime we go to Philly!
April 2024
Great food, service Nd ambiance. Our favorite dumpling sampler and Chinese eggplant. Try the foxhole Sake!
While the magnificent, 10-foot-tall Buddha glinting by candlelight is likely the first thing to catch your eye upon entering Buddakan, regulars of this iconic Philadelphia hotspot know that taste is the most vital sense when it comes to embracing its ever-evolving Modern Asian cuisine. A fast-paced, high-energy space that rewards admirers of signature style and smart design, this is a restaurant that reaches out to greet you, whether you’re a well-traveled diner with adventurous desires or a newcomer armed with an eagerness for exotic flavors. Beloved classic dishes like edamame dumplings, char siu pork buns and Kobe beef satay share menu space with ambitious entrees that marry daring influences from East, West and beyond.
Other Information
Cuisines: Japanese, Asian, Chinese
Alcohol: Full Bar
Parking: Street
Attire: Dressy
Hip décor at this Stephen Starr restaurant is unimpeachably striking: sheets of water flowing at the entrance, dramatic lighting, neo-Philippe Starck furniture and a shiny, serene-looking Buddha. The place has been crowded from day one, so reservations are a must. Still, even a wait can't spoil the calamari salad, beef satay, shrimp dumplings and pan-seared sea bass with truffle jus. It's tempting to feast on the appetizers but save room for five spice duck breast with corn and scallion spoon bread or grilled lamb chops with eggplant and garlic sauce. Attractive, white-clad waitstaff will encourage you to share a number of dishes. Beware of ordering your entire meal at once --- everything comes out of the kitchen in a flash, and you'll wind up feeling rushed. Pace the meal yourself for a much better experience. Desserts include the "Crying Chocolate Dome," molten chocolate cake with liquid caramel, Thai tea bubbles and Mandarin sherbet.
