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Chocolate Buddha, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Chocolate Buddha

4.7
4.7
2888 Reviews
$41 to $100
Japanese
Federation Square, Corner Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 82 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Vegetarian-friendly
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 2,888 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • 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 offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service" and a "great selection for vegetarians." Nestled in a prime location at Federation Square, this restaurant boasts a "wonderful atmosphere" and "friendly, accommodating staff." Consistently praised for its "amazing sushi" and "attentive service," it's a Melbourne favorite.
2,888 Reviews
  1. Sue

    Melbourne6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined today

    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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  2. Viv

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  3. Jedda

    Victoria4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  4. Nicole

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  5. Susan

    Melbourne4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My go-to in the city for beautifully presented, always delicious, Japanese food. Excellent service and lively atmosphere.

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  6. Tanya VIP

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and delicious food. I come here regularly as it is so consistently great. Thanks!

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  7. Emma

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent customer service. Delicious food. Always a reliable option.

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  8. Sarah

    Victoria7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Decent food, with a good selection of vegetarian options. Service could have been a bit more responsive but was friendly.

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  9. Jane

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such interesting tastes & nourishing-feeling food Helpful & kind staff

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  10. Chris

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sensational food, had a lovely chat with the owner and the waitress with our bill was delightful.

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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 4.7 stars by 2888 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 82 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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