Buddaken NYC

75 9th Ave New York, NY 10011 b/t Avenue Of The Americas & 5th Ave Meatpacking District, Chelsea My friend picked the spot, since they were from out of town. Glad they got a reservation. On a Sunday night we were looking at 45min-1hr for a table. They offered bar seating but at this kind of place you didn't want to be at the bar. Its nice and we wanted to enjoy our meal in a comfortable seating area. The noise level is pretty loud, but manageable just don't sit at the end or you won't be able hear everyone at the table. Waiters were very polite and accommodating. They suggested good choices for us. We got the short rib dumplings, short rib scallion pancake, lobster egg rolls, wild mushroom chowfun, grilled whole seabass. I have to say this was a fancy spot, and pricey, we did 4 dishes amount 4 people which was just right with some wine. Came out to 50 a head roughly before tip. I have to say the flavoring of food was satisfying. Some of the dishes I felt I knew how they would taste surprised me. It was packed with different fragrances and flavors. The sea bass I felt like I could still taste the Smoked Apple grill on my tongue still. We didn't stop and also got dessert! Dessert as Coconut Mousse mango creme, thai basil, puffed rice Maple Bread Pudding maple creme caramel, peanut ice cream Chocolate Pistachio Cremos cherries, cocoa nibs, pistachio ice cream Everything was really on point, I wish I had more room to eat it all, but had to spot eating after reaching beyond full. Worth a try, the decor is beautiful, maybe a little confusing to navigate once downstairs and trying to find the bathrooms. Don't expect it to be quiet, but enjoy a good time. The time at the restaurant was a bit slower paced, but enjoyable with good company and conversation. As always check the pictures and my instagram @Jliueats / LcrazyaznL