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Chocolate Buddha, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Chocolate Buddha

4.7
4.7
2846 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 62 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 2,846 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 delivers "fantastic service" and "delicious food," making it a popular choice in Federation Square. Diners appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff" and the "great variety of gluten-free and vegan options." The restaurant offers a "wonderful atmosphere" with views of Melbourne's iconic sights, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

2,846 Reviews
  1. Darren

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome venue, great food (try the eggplant sushi).

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  2. Nicole

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fantastic place for a beautiful meal. Great service, but make sure you book because it is super busy!

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  3. Lisa

    VIP

    Victoria

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been coming here for years! Always great food, and staff are so friendly and attentive.

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  4. Lynn

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, atmosphere and good friendly service

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  5. Zeena

    Melbourne

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, very tasty. Great choice of food and drinks.

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  6. Fiona

    Victoria

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great food - love this place!!! Highly recommend.

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  7. Jo

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely place to meet a friend. Food was delicious and service was excellent.

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  8. Meegan

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We felt rushed with only 1 1/2 hours to dine. Won’t book if it’s that length of time again.

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  9. Julia

    Melbourne

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful food and fantastic service. The waitress who served us was lovely, friendly, attentive and thoughtful. Food was delicious! Highly recommend!!

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  10. Trevor

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super friendly team that go to great lengths in making you feel welcome.

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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 2846 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.
Booked 62 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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