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Chocolate Buddha, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Chocolate Buddha

4.6
4.6
2821 Reviews
$41 to $100
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Healthy
Chocolate Buddha undertook an AMAZING renovation in 2019 by Maddison Architects. We have a 22 seater SUSHI TRAIN open Wednesday to Sunday lunches 12 - 3pm and Wednesday to Saturday Dinners 5 - 8pm it includes an EXPRESS train which delivers hot food ordered via a tablet. We offer QR menus at each table for ease of ordering, splitting bills and menu with pictures and descriptions. This type of ordering is optional so always let us know if you prefer to order with us. See you soon @ Chocolate Buddha

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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
    (03) 9654 5688
  • 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 2,821 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Melbourne

    Healthy

  • Melbourne

    Japanese

  • Melbourne

    Most Booked

  • City Centre

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • City Centre

    Healthy

  • City Centre

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • City Centre

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chocolate Buddha in Melbourne delivers "delicious food" with exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere. Known for catering to dietary needs, it offers a modern Japanese menu that impresses with both variety and taste. Although prices are on the higher side, "the food is exceptionally good," making it a popular choice for pre-theatre dining or casual outings.

2,821 Reviews
  1. Marcus

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food. Great venue. Amazing staff. Great food and wine suggestions from waiting staff

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  2. Dave

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place , food and service .. as always exceptional 5 stars

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  3. Eliza

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were personable and accommodating. Food was excellent. Definitely going back

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  4. BillS

    Melbourne

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chocolate Buddha is our 'go to' restaurant when we are in the city near Fed Square. The food is wonderful and there are plenty of tasty dishes for vegetarians. Staff are always welcoming, friendly and attentive even when things are really busy - as they were yesterday with the Robbie Williams concert coming up in the afternoon at Fed Square. A special thank you to our waitress yesterday who looked after us and our five year old granddaughter on the West Terrace. Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Viv and Bill

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  5. Charlie

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is the second time i have been to Chocolate Buddha and I hve been really impressed both times. I DEFINITELY WILL be back. The food is great and the staff are friendly and accommodating. Our waiter was fantastic1

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  6. Fiona

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently excellent. If I lived closer I would go there more often.

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  7. Anita

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food good atmosphere all in all a good experience

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  8. Em

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    EXCEPTIONAL service to accommodate the sun glare. Very much appreciated for New Years Eve. Thanks again!

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  9. Sam

    Melbourne

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Been many times. Food consistently great. Always try new items on menu. Large open dining area can be noisy.

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  10. Alaric

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place been there 3 time now and it has been a fantastic experience every time. Great food and better 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 2821 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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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