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Chocolate Buddha, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Chocolate Buddha

4.6 (2894)
$41 to $100
Japanese
Federation Square, Corner Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 68 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Healthy
Chocolate Buddha is a Japanese inspired eatery in the Heart of Fed Square. We have a Southern Terrace which seats 24 in configurations of 4. We have our Western Terrace which can seat up to 60 guests under fixed umbrellas which overlooks the Digital Facade, The Stage & has great views over Flinders Street & the Melbourne Skyline. This area is available for hire or for Functions up to 100 people. We have a 22 seater SUSHI & EXPRESS TRAIN (which delivers hot food directly to your seat) Our Trains operate Wednesday to Sunday lunches 12 - 3pm and Wednesday to Saturday Dinners 5 - 8pm. We have a 16 seater dining table which is great for small groups. We offer QR menus at each table for ease of ordering in addition to paper Menus. We Trade Wednesday to Friday from 11:45am and from 11:30am on the Weekends.
We look Forward to Welcoming you Soon.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Vegetarian, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:45 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alex Bazar
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Cross street
    Federation Square : Corner of Swanston St & Flinders St
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Trams 1 , 3 , 3a , 5 , 6 , 8 , 16 , 35 , 64 , 67, to Swanston St/Flinders St (119 m W)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sushi Train Dining

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at our modern & accessible SUSHI & BULLET TRAIN - It's a single track conveyor full of tempting options to help yourself to OR order through our tablets, and excitingly, it shoots hot Izakaya style dishes on our Express Train straight to your seat. Gotta LOVE this. Plate Pricing: BLUE $6 WHITE $8 BLACK $10
    Sushi Train Dining Photo

What 2,894 people are saying

Chocolate Buddha 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Melbourne

    Healthy

  • Melbourne

    Japanese

  • Melbourne

    Most Booked

  • City Centre

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • City Centre

    Healthy

  • City Centre

    Hot spot

  • City Centre

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • City Centre

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chocolate Buddha offers a "varied menu" with consistently "delicious food" and "attentive, friendly staff." Known for its "great location" in Federation Square, it provides a lively atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Diners praise its "beautifully presented" dishes and exceptional service, making it a "Melbourne icon" for Japanese cuisine enthusiasts.

2,894 Reviews
  1. Carla VIP

    Melbourne8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to Chocolate Buddha, and it will certainly not be our last. Service was great - shout out to Hugo who was amazing! Food was delicious, and there was an excellent range of choices. Drinks list was also terrific. Location was very handy to everything. The music was just loud enough to be background noise without being overbearing. We're already planning our return!

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  2. Kay

    Melbourne1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I have eaten at Chocolate Buddah for many years, The last 2 visits were disappointing; food quality has deteriorated substantially. I have one more booking for lunch tomorrow but this will be my last time that I will be visiting the restaurant. The one Rose on the list was not available! The service was very good.

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  3. Marcella

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good service, if good recommendations from the servers. We had a great night and enjoyed good sushi’s. Definitely recommended

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  4. Julie

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Varied menu, reliable quality, attentive and friendly staff

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  5. Justine

    Melbourne2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service. Great hospitality just make sure you ask waiter for recommendations from the menu.

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  6. Geoff

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Easy online booking, fast friendly service and great food. Very good ambience.

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  7. Sue

    Melbourne6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Warm greeting on arrival, very friendly and efficient service. Had the Teriyaki Bento Box and everything was cooked to perfection and delicious. Definitely coming back here.

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  8. Viv

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Chocolate Buddha is always fantastic. Food is wonderful, plenty of options for vegetarians and others. Staff are welcoming and attentive even in busy times. Great location looking over Fed Square and across the road from Flinders Street station, the Arts Centre and NGV.

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  9. Jedda

    Victoria4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took friends from New Zealand out for lunch after visiting Kosama at NGV. The service was terrific, very attentive and friendly and good knowledge of allergens. The food presentation was wonderful and all dishes so tasty. Highly recommend the desserts…chocolate spring rolls and lemon cheesecake , outstanding.

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  10. Nicole

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chocolate Buddha has been a long time favourite. The food is always delicious, favourites include Buddha’s Love and Steamed Noodle Dumplings. Simone is a wonderful asset to the restaurant, always smiling and cheerful and exceptional customer service.

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FAQs

Chocolate Buddha offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9654 5688.

Chocolate Buddha is rated 4.6 stars by 2894 OpenTable diners.

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 68 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Chocolate Buddha

Federation Square, Corner Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Federation Square : Corner of Swanston St & Flinders St
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:45 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Vegetarian, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Trams 1 , 3 , 3a , 5 , 6 , 8 , 16 , 35 , 64 , 67, to Swanston St/Flinders St (119 m W)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alex Bazar
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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