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Chocolate Buddha, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Chocolate Buddha

4.7
4.7
2857 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.

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Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
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
    $A41 to $A100
  • 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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 2,857 people are saying

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

    Healthy

  • Melbourne

    Japanese

  • Melbourne

    Most Booked

  • Inner City

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Inner City

    Healthy

  • Inner City

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Inner City

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chocolate Buddha dazzles with "fabulous food" and "exceptional service," offering a vibrant atmosphere in a prime location at Federation Square. Guests rave about the "great variety" of gluten-free and vegetarian options, attentive staff, and the "amazing sushi and cocktails." It's a go-to spot for both casual and special occasions.
2,857 Reviews
  1. Leonie

    VIP

    Victoria

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Favourite *** This is my favourite restaurant in the city. Always fabulous food, service is exceptional, atmosphere buzzing. Thank you chocolate Buddha 🥰

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  2. Claire

    Victoria

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    It was an extremely hot night, dispite having tables available indoors we could not move in. We were placed at a table in the belting sun when the one next to us was available so we moved only for the waiter to be very forthcoming in her thoughts on how much moving over to a different four top would require shuffling of tables. Our meal arrived with incorrect items ordered so our group then ate at different times as your waitress admitted fault and corrected it. Not your usual standard and not at all busy given we booked early to make an engagement.

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  3. DAVINI

    Sunshine Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a very hot evening and we weren’t able to sit outside - the team effortlessly sorted a spot at the community dining table where my friend & I sat amongst other part of two or three - certainly felt the love, community & hospitality at one of our fav place. Thank you again xo

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  4. Carly

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it & special mention to our server who was able to suggest menu items & created a delicious share lunch for our party. I think her name was Jacqui.

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  5. Joanne

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Food was delicious. Great options for coeliacs too

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  6. Kellie

    Victoria

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really tasty food, very friendly service, very convenient location!

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  7. Fernanda

    Canberra

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The bento box was a favourite of mine, but it no longer has the sushi, so the GF bento had 3 pieces of zucchini & a few green leaves instead of gyoza. $28 and i was hungry an hour later. Service was very good but sitting outside with loud sound check from the Fed Square stage made it difficult to even have a conversation.

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  8. Jenny

    Sunshine Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, with lots of options to choose from, and generous portion sizes. Outstanding, friendly service as well.

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  9. Christine

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff, and great sushi and cocktails. Perfect easy dinner after ACMI visit.

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  10. Senan

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place, great vibe and incredible service. Fish was tender and soft, very fresh. Generous portions and flavourful food.

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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 2857 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 p.m.

Select a time

Booked 49 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
  • Neighbourhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:45 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • 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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