Buddakan

$$$

4.6(2,540)

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Location & Hours

Address

325 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 10:00 PM

Monday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Thursday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Friday5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Saturday5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Sunday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(215) 574-9440

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About Buddakan

Hot spot for upscale Asian fusion dishes in a swanky setting with a giant Buddha & techno tunes.

Price range: expensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on June 26, 2025.

4.6/5

Based on 2,540 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Lauren Symone J.

3 weeks ago

This is a very beautiful restaurant and the vibe is sexy but lively at the same time. The food was great and so was the service. Our server David was friendly, gave food recommendations and constantly...

Y BAE

2 months ago

Excellent dining experience here. I fully engaged in tasting various dishes - well flavored and well served. All ingredients are fresh and well taken care of. Edamame dumplings are so far amazing and ...

Jemai

5 months ago

I recently visited Buddhism to celebrate my birthday, and I must say, it exceeded all expectations. From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. The highlight of my meal was the lamb chop...

Margie Cao

5 months ago

I had the best experience ever at Buddakan! The service was fantasic, and the food was amazing. I highly recommend the char-grilled aged beef. Don't be misled by the name; it tastes incredible and mel...

Mitzi Longmore

6 months ago

What a time we had !!! We celebrated my mother’s birthday today and let’s just say this….. A Hidden Gem of Culinary Delight I recently had the pleasure of dining at Buddakan, and it was an unforgett...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers consistently report exceptional dining experiences, highlighting overall perfection and exceeding expectations. The restaurant is considered a hidden gem delivering unforgettable experiences.

Customer Favorites

Lamb chops, dumplings (especially edamame and chicken/ginger), and char-grilled aged beef are frequently mentioned as standout dishes. Crab fried rice and shrimp lo mein were also positively received.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is described as beautiful, elegant, sexy yet lively, and a perfect blend of modern sophistication and cozy charm. The service is consistently praised as attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and outstanding, with specific staff members being acknowledged for their exceptional care.

Value & Quality

The food is described as well-flavored, well-served, made with fresh ingredients, and a culinary masterpiece. Portions are appropriately sized, and the ingredients are of high quality. No comments on pricing are available.

Areas for Improvement

No specific areas for improvement were mentioned.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews maintain the trend of exceptional food and service, with a specific mention of prompt management resolution of a food mishap. The overall positive sentiment continues to be strong.