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Buddakan - Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
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Buddakan - Philadelphia

$31 to $50
Asian
325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 104 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Stephen Starr’s Buddakan is a spectacular restaurant featuring exotic flavors of modern Asian cuisine with creativity and drama. Bon Appetit notes, "The mostly white space is striking, with a lit-from-within communal table in the middle of the room, a waterfall & a ten-foot, candle-bedecked Buddha. The religious icon watches over hip customers indulging in pan-Asian cuisine that far surpasses the fare usually found at hot spots like this." Newsweek reports, "Design also serves as a signifier for cuisine. You walk into Buddakan, one of the hottest new restaurants in Philadelphia, past a shimmering waterfall & Japanese river stones & you say to yourself, 'ginger-miso everything' even before you see the magnificent 10-foot Buddha dominating the dining room." Named one of “America's Top 50 Restaurants" by Travel & Leisure and 'Top Restaurant for Fun' by Gourmet, Buddakan has become one of the country's most talked about restaurants.

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Executive chef: Nery Hernandez

From the OpenTable editors: Buddakan is Philadelphia royalty. Legendary restaurateur Stephen Starr opened the pan-Asian hotspot in 1998, and nearly three decades later it's just as packed as ever. A giant golden buddha statue in the center of the massive dining room will frame a meal that might include edamame dumplings, lobster fried rice, and shrimp bao buns. Toast your companions with a pick from the excellent sake selection.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 574-9440
  • Website
    http://www.buddakan.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Buddakan is the perfect venue for corporate or social events. Whether you want to take over the entire facility, overlook the action or be in the midst of it, there are many options for groups to experience Philadelphia’s most highly sought after dining destination.
  • Location
    325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
  • Neighborhood
    Old City
  • Cross street
    Between 3rd & 4th on Chestnut
  • Parking details
    We are happy to be offering Valet Parking again! There is also a garage on 4th Street, Bourse Parking, as well as on street parking in the area.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Buddakan - Philadelphia's menu was last updated on 2/2/2022.

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What 11,534 people are saying

Buddakan - Philadelphia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Asian

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buddakan in Philadelphia is a culinary gem offering a "wonderful dining experience" with "exceptional food" and "impeccable service." Patrons rave about its "beautiful ambiance" and "delicious menu," highlighting standout dishes like the "Miso Black Cod" and "dim sum donuts." Consistently praised for its "friendly and attentive staff," Buddakan remains a favorite for special occasions and return visits.
11,534 Reviews

  1. Ben

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time and I must say it did not disappoint us. Even their dessert that we ordered was good. Will definitely come back.

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  2. Chastity VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my first time dining at the restaurant, and I must say that it has exceeded my expectations. The ambience, the food, and the customer service were all top-notch.

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  3. Shannan

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food - Highly suggest Wasabi Crusted Filet, Asian Cesar!

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  4. James

    Philadelphia County15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We tried six items on the menu. Each one was better than the last. It was an amazing dining experience. Also, our server and the rest of the staff were were excellent.

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  5. Jamie VIP

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the best! Our long time favorite! And a shout out to a great server Dominic.

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  6. Lindsay

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined on July 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff was super nice. Atmosphere was fine. I think both times I was there, I got a table back by where the kitchen staff bustles back-and-forth.  The food was decent, but not really remarkable. I had the Shanghai lobster, which was sort of forgettable. I'm not excited to eat the leftovers today. The vegetables and rice were good, but the lobster was pretty chewy. The donuts at the end of the meal were delicious. I was excited to go back to Buddakkan after having not been there for years. I think I'm good for another 10 years.

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  7. Bethann

    Philadelphia County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a fantastic meal and the service is top notch

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  8. Joni VIP

    Philadelphia County30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, the service, the ambience were all at 10! They have been consistently great for over 26 years. Best Birthday dinner with family

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  9. Margaret

    Philadelphia County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always cooked perfect. I love the atmosphere and service by all is excellent.

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  10. Allyson

    Pittsburgh / Western PA2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Have never heard a bad thing said about Buddakan, so was really looking forward to our reservation. It was a lovely meal but I can't say that it really lived up to all the rave reviews. Portions were small for the price, and although they were delicious, we had to order more food twice. The vibes are excellent inside, love the view into the kitchen. Also our host, Drew, was amazing and was the highlight of our night.

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FAQs

Buddakan - Philadelphia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 574-9440.

Buddakan - Philadelphia is rated 4.8 stars by 11534 OpenTable diners.

Buddakan - Philadelphia does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 104 times today
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325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 3rd & 4th on Chestnut
  • Neighborhood
    Old City
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We are happy to be offering Valet Parking again! There is also a garage on 4th Street, Bourse Parking, as well as on street parking in the area.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.buddakan.com/
  • Phone number
    (215) 574-9440
  • Private party facilities
    Buddakan is the perfect venue for corporate or social events. Whether you want to take over the entire facility, overlook the action or be in the midst of it, there are many options for groups to experience Philadelphia’s most highly sought after dining destination.

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