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Great neighborhood place, allergy aware
We have lived by Buddha's Belly for three years and had never been in--primarily because I was concerned that my husband, who has a pepper allergy, couldn't survive a place sure to have bell peppers... (legaleditor, 2008-08-29)
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Bad Food at its Worst
My friend suggested PF Changs and I in turn suggested Buddha's Belly. And so we went. It was T-E-R-R-I-B-L-E! We had exactly what the waitress suggested and we were completely... (saulcook27282728, 2008-08-18)
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Uneven, but plenty of great menu choices in a snazzy location.
It's best to visit this restaurant with someone who has been there before. Their food is wildly uneven. Some of it is just inedible, such as the damp and way overbattered tempura or the wildly fatty... (zenmonkey, 2008-08-11)
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Best Pan Asian
It is no wonder this restaurant is still so popular after all these years... it is consistently great and very Affordable. The service is friendly and welcoming, the food is delicious, and the... (restaurantfoodcriticLA, 2008-07-23)
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Everything was just mediocre
Not what it's cracked up to be...yes it's more affordable than the koi's and katanas of the world, but the food doesn't come close. the miso cod was probably the worst i've had in LA... (joannahbrown, 2008-07-11)
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Scrumptious!
Buddha's Belly offers consistent service and wonderful cuisine. It's a great spot for a girls' night out or a weekday dinner date. The miso-infused eggplant is a yummy starter and the... (afrange, 2008-04-06)
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Good, reasonably priced food, very creative!
This is the second time I've been to this place (I visited the restaurant in Santa Monica, that just opened). I find the food very creative in taste and presentation. The Rock Shrimp Tempura was... (vlmSantaMonica, 2008-04-02)
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A favorite
A great restaurant with good food, reasonable prices (for food and alcohol) and lively atmosphere. I have enjoyed everything I've tried on the menu -- but the seared ahi tuna salad and singapore... (ck2003, 2008-02-23)
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Unauthentic. Everything tastes bland.
I found the food to be bland. I've eaten at this place twice because the atmosphere looks amazing, but I've always been disappointed with the food.... (Yayyyyy, 2008-01-20)
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Let's face it there are two kinds of Asian food. There is the really greasy (wonderful) kind and the super-duper healthy sort (Aunny D., 12/03/2007)
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| Message From Buddha's Belly |  | Voted "Best Pan Asian Cuisine 2004" by Citysearch users- Lunch time delivery
- Patio dining
- Private dining room
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| | Whether feasting on our delicious Asian cuisine, or rubbing the massive Buddha's belly for good luck upon entering our Feng Shui-designed restaurant, guests always enjoy "Good Food and Good Fortune" at Buddha's Belly.
Buddha's Belly features an eclectic Pan-Asian menu prepared in our open display kitchen highlighting the flavors of Japan, China, Thailand, Vietnam and Singapore. We offer wholesome noodle dishes, fresh salads, tantalizing appetizers, savory entrees, and tasty desserts. On a rotating basis, we select a different region to highlight through our weekly specials, providing our patrons a unique opportunity to sample our chef's favorite recipes.
We hope you choose to dine with us either in our restaurant, in the privacy of your home, at a special event, or with 40 of your friends in the "Bamboo Room" so that you may enjoy "Good Food and Good Fortune" always. |
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Editorial Review for Buddha's Belly |
| Hip and casual dining spot for fresh, affordable Pan-Asian fare.
The Scene
This sun-drenched, airy dining room is welcoming and bright. Funky, oversized paper lanterns and a giant Buddha statue add liveliness to the simple space. Outside, lush bamboo shields the patio from busy Beverly Boulevard. Servers cater to neighborhood locals with friendly efficiency.
The Food
Popular Asian dishes are gussied up with fresh ingredients. Seaweed salad, a mixture of wakame and hijiki in a tangy sesame-ginger dressing, is cool and refreshing. Chilled Vietnamese shrimp rolls, packed with shrimp, cilantro and crispy rice vermicilli, gets a flavor boost from a spicy-sweet sake reduction dipping sauce. Thai beef salad is a carb-light feast with strips of tender sirloin steak, juicy tomatoes and sweet onion tossed with mixed greens in a lemongrass dressing. Japanese-style Alaskan cod glazed with a sweet miso sauce is baked until flaky and light. A cup |
Insider Tips | Know Before You Go
There is a sister location in Santa Monica on Broadway and 2nd Street.
The Extras
Planning a party? The adjoining Bamboo Room seats more than 40 guests and can be reserved for $100.
What to Drink
Along with a small, but well-priced wine list, there's a variety of hot and cold sake offerings. For a healthy alternative, try a non-alcoholic Virtual Buddha herbal tonic.
Parking
At night, street parking on side streets is restricted. Valet service is offered after 5:30pm for $4.00. |
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Buddha's Belly | Los Angeles | WCities Destination Guide...
Asian fare, this side of the Atlantic? Yes, you'll be served just that at Buddha's Belly, which is located in a posh neighborhood of Los Angeles. The airy dining rooms with a Buddha (whose belly you can rub for good luck!) and bamboo shoots for good fortu...
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