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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.
Federation Square : Corner of Swanston St & Flinders St
Parking details
Nessuno
Public transit
Trams 1 , 3 , 3a , 5 , 6 , 8 , 16 , 35 , 64 , 67, to Swanston St/Flinders St (119 m W)
Altro
Accesso per disabili, Banchetti, Bar con licenza liquori, Birra, Cani ammessi, Cocktail, Da asporto, Non fumatori, Opzioni senza glutine, Patio/Posti all'aperto, Patio/Posti all'aperto, Servizi gender-neutral, Vino, Vista
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 $10
SAKE TRAIN EVENT!
78,00 A$ a persona
Prepagato
solo 15 mag 2025
Join Us for the first of a series of "SAKE TRAIN' events. These interactive and informative Events will be on our Beautiful Bespoke Train and will commence on Thursday May 15th at 5.45pm - 8.30pm. We will be Collaborating with Sakedokoro Namara & Host Kana Aoyama SSA Sake educator & Certified Sake Sommelier. You will Try 5 different Sakes matched with 5 curated snacks and small dishes.
$78 per head
Arrival 5.45pm - 8.30pm
Limited Seating
This particular event is not suitable for Guests with Gluten Intolerances or Vegetarians.
Learn and Love Sake whilst trying delicious Food. Kanpai!
Piatti preferiti
Menu
Il menu di Chocolate Buddha è stato aggiornato l'ultima volta in data 2025-03-30.
grilled, corn, mushrooms, cucumber, water chestnuts, chili oil & ginger dressing
Sides
Steamed Rice5,00 A$
Miso Soup (VE) (GF) (5 pcs)5,00 A$
Side Green Salad (VE)7,00 A$
Pork Katsu10,00 A$
Grilled Chicken Thigh10,00 A$
Ankake Vegetables (GF on request) (V) (VE)10,00 A$
mixed vegetables in a shiitake mushroom and ginger ankake sauce
Seasonal Green Veg (V) (GF)10,00 A$
blanched & served w/ a sesame dressing
Kids
Renkon Crisps (V)9,00 A$
crunchy lotus root crisps w/ miso sour cream
Green Vegetarian Gyoza (3 pcs)6,00 A$
served w/ a ponzu dipping sauce
Edamame (VE) (GF)5,00 A$
steamed soy beans w/ rock salt
Chicken Karaage10,00 A$
crispy coating of Korean seasoning w/ our sticky hot garlic & chili sauce
Avocado & Mayo Maki Roll (8 pcs)6,00 A$
avocado & mayo
Cooked Tuna & Mayo Maki Roll (8 pcs)6,00 A$
cooked tuna & mayo
Teriyaki Chicken & Mayo Maki Roll (8 pcs)6,00 A$
teriyaki chicken & mayo
Fresh Salmon & Mayo Maki Roll (8 pcs)6,00 A$
fresh salmon & mayo
Ramen Noodles10,00 A$
no pork or beef broth
Desserts
Sticky Date Pudding (VE) (GF)12,00 A$
served w/ a butterscotch sauce, vanilla ice cream
Chocolate Caramel & Miso Mousse12,00 A$
served w/ a chocolate soil, miso caramel
Yuzu Cheesecake Bomb (3 pcs)12,00 A$
served w/ a yuzu curd, white chocolate
Duo of Ice-Cream12,00 A$
served w/ a chocolate soil
Passionfruit & Fresh Fruit Summer Pavlova12,00 A$
served w/ a passionfruit curd
Sake
Mio Takara Sparkling Sake
A refreshing sake with grape acidity, lively aromas and gentle sweetness. Notes of Fuji apple and fresh pear.
Shichiken Yama No Kasumi Sparkling Sake
Aromas of sherbet, apple tarts & pineapple. Super lively on the palate with a touch of acidity & a very faint hint of refreshing sweetness. Depth & sophistication, proof of a well balanced sake. Enjoy long running fruit filled finish.
Minatoya Tosuke Junmai Daiginjo Niigata
A rich, smooth & creamy sake. A balanced sake with soft sweet rice & soft umami notes. Best served chilled or at 2°C.
Shichiken No Oi Junmai Daiginjo
Flavored with banana, lychee & rich aromas. Aromas of pineapple, mango & light papaya. Smooth & soft on the palate with a dry finish. A long lingering, smooth subtle umami.
Mioya Shuzo 'Yuho' 55 Junmai Ginjo Muroka Nama Genshu
A unique expression with a bold & complex aroma of wild spice undertones. This sake is full bodied & aromatic with a long finish.
Chikuma Nishiki Kizan Sanban Junmai Ginjo, Nama Genshu
Has delicious flavors, is fresh, unpasteurized, unfiltered. Sake is rich, aromatic, with a hint of sweetness, a touch of fruit, and defined sweetness.
Kikusui Junmai Ginjo Niigata
Aged rice, tropical notes of lychee, mandarin, and melon. Aged rice, tropical notes of lychee, mandarin, and melon.
Katsuyama En Tokubetsu Junmai Sendai
Aged rice, tropical notes of lychee, mandarin, and melon. Aged rice, tropical notes of lychee, mandarin, and melon.
Wines
Grace Under Pressure Sparkling15,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
La Pizzini Il Soffio Prosecco15,00 A$
A fresh and crisp, gentle, grape & white peach prosecco.
Arras Brut Elite Cuvée Rose
A sophisticated Australian made with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Pinot Meunier. Outstanding complexity, seamless & elegant.
21 Cloak & Dagger Rose15,00 A$
A dry, refreshing rose with a long finish. Light bodied, with aromas of crisp citrus, strawberries & cream.
20 Mars Needs Moscato13,00 A$
Lightly effervescent with a sweet, fruity taste.
22 Ottelia Riesling15,00 A$
Aromatic, crisp, dry & refreshing.
22 Savel Blanc Sauvignon Blanc15,00 A$
Aromatic, crisp, dry & refreshing.
22 Jericho Fume Blanc15,00 A$
Aromatic, crisp, dry & refreshing.
24 Lobethal Road Pinot Gris16,00 A$
Aromatic, crisp, dry & refreshing.
23 Calver's 'Bel-Sel' Chardonnay15,00 A$
Aromatic, crisp, dry & refreshing.
21 Dagger Pinot Grigio15,00 A$
Aromatic, crisp, dry & refreshing.
22 Ottelia Sauvignon Blanc15,00 A$
Aromatic, crisp, dry & refreshing.
22 Jericho Fume Blanc15,00 A$
Aromatic, crisp, dry & refreshing.
Cocktails
Pink Cloud22,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
Haru Fling22,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
Yuzu Bellini22,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
Yuzu Shu
Kitama Sea Salt Yuzu Shu15,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
Umeshu
Akashi Ume Shu15,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
Spirits
Isola Vino - Preston Melbourne15,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
Patient Wolf Dry Gin - South Melbourne15,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
Burn City Spiced Rum - Malvern15,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
Starward Two Fold Whisky - Port Melb15,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
Akashi White Oak Blended Whisky - Japan15,00 A$
A fresh, bright, fresh, and crisp expression of cool climate sparkling.
English Breakfast | Earl Grey | Jasmine Green Tea | Sencha Green Tea | Lemongrass & Ginger | Chamomile | Peppermint
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4.7
4,7 in base alle valutazioni recenti
4,7Cibo
4,7Servizio
4,5Atmosfera
4,3Rapporto qualità-prezzo
Rumorosità • Sostenuta
Molto apprezzato per
Melbourne
Opzioni senza glutine
Melbourne
Giapponese
Melbourne
I più prenotati
Centro
Opzioni senza glutine
Centro
Cucina salutare
Centro
Opzioni vegetariane
Centro
I più prenotati
2.892 Recensioni
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Julie
Melbourne4 recensioni
5.0
Visitato 1 giorno fa
Complessivo 5
Cibo 4
Servizio 5
Atmosfera 5
Varied menu, reliable quality, attentive and friendly staff
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Geoff
Melbourne1 recensione
5.0
Visitato 6 giorni fa
Complessivo 5
Cibo 5
Servizio 5
Atmosfera 4
Easy online booking, fast friendly service and great food. Very good ambience.
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Sue
Melbourne6 recensioni
4.0
Visitato 7 giorni fa
Complessivo 4
Cibo 4
Servizio 5
Atmosfera 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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Viv
Melbourne5 recensioni
5.0
Visitato il giorno 17 aprile 2025
Complessivo 5
Cibo 5
Servizio 5
Atmosfera 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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Jedda
Victoria4 recensioni
5.0
Visitato il giorno 17 aprile 2025
Complessivo 5
Cibo 5
Servizio 5
Atmosfera 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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Nicole
Melbourne1 recensione
5.0
Visitato il giorno 16 aprile 2025
Complessivo 5
Cibo 5
Servizio 5
Atmosfera 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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Naomi
Charleston30 recensioni
3.0
Visitato il giorno 13 aprile 2025
Complessivo 3
Cibo 4
Servizio 2
Atmosfera 3
Nice meal but service took a little while to get started- we had to wait a while and flag down a waiter as we were a bit forgotten about (outside table) but once we ordered it was fine and food was good.
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Susan
Melbourne4 recensioni
4.0
Visitato il giorno 13 aprile 2025
Complessivo 4
Cibo 5
Servizio 4
Atmosfera 5
My go-to in the city for beautifully presented, always delicious, Japanese food. Excellent service and lively atmosphere.
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Tanya VIP
Melbourne2 recensioni
5.0
Visitato il giorno 12 aprile 2025
Complessivo 5
Cibo 5
Servizio 5
Atmosfera 5
Excellent service and delicious food. I come here regularly as it is so consistently great. Thanks!
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Emma
Melbourne1 recensione
5.0
Visitato il giorno 11 aprile 2025
Complessivo 5
Cibo 5
Servizio 5
Atmosfera 5
Excellent customer service. Delicious food. Always a reliable option.
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FAQ
Chocolate Buddha offre il servizio da asporto, che puoi ordinare chiamando il ristorante al numero (03) 9654 5688.
Chocolate Buddha è stato valutato con 4,7 stelle da 2892 utenti OpenTable.
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Federation Square : Corner of Swanston St & Flinders St
Quartiere
Melbourne CBD
Orari di apertura
Mer–Ven 12:00–21:00
Sab, Dom 11:45–21:00
Prezzo
Da 41 $A a 100 $A
Tipi di Cucina
Giapponese, Vegetariana, Asiatica
Stile
Cucina informale
Dress code
Abbigliamento Casual
Parking details
Nessuno
Public transit
Trams 1 , 3 , 3a , 5 , 6 , 8 , 16 , 35 , 64 , 67, to Swanston St/Flinders St (119 m W)
Opzioni di pagamento
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alex Bazar
Altro
Accesso per disabili, Banchetti, Bar con licenza liquori, Birra, Cani ammessi, Cocktail, Da asporto, Non fumatori, Opzioni senza glutine, Patio/Posti all'aperto, Patio/Posti all'aperto, Servizi gender-neutral, Vino, Vista