Chocolate Buddha

Sometimes you can wait a little longer than you may want to but the food is always worth waiting for!

The dumplings would be my pick of the menu along with their organic soup, great on a wintery afternoon (not that there have been many lately!)

The waiterless service is a novelty but can also be a bit painful if you need to ask any questions!

Overall a great place to eat and get merry before a night out in Melbourne!

Chocolate Buddha is in a great location in federation square with lots of floor to ceiling windows. The food is always great and well presented. The noodle dishes in particular look and taste amazing. Don't miss the gyoza for starters. Another favourite of mine is the tempura. Drinks menu offers some great choices too.

This place has atmoshpere!!!! Grab some cocktails- delish cocktail menu and some noodles and its the perfect way to start a night out in Melbourne. 

Its quick, okay priced and tastes great. 

Highly recommended as part of your Melbourne experience.

So far never a bad experience at Cafe Buddha. Great food and the staff are good for recommendations, and any allergy queries. They have an alternative Gluten Free menu available upon request.

Not to be missed are the Ede-mame (lightly salted soy beans in their pods) as a great start to any meal. And the luxurious Choya Umeshu (Japanese Plum wine over ice) to enhance your favourite dish or to just sit back and relax on a hot day in the outdoor seating and enjoy the vibe of the day in Federation Square.

Nuh, not for me. way overpriced and fairly unimpressive food. It does have a terrific atmosphere and an unbeatable location, though.