Buddakan

"Buddakan is a renowned restaurant created by Stephen Starr, known for its fusion of Asian flavors and dramatic, stylish interior. It remains a staple in Philadelphia's dining scene and has an additional location in New York." - Emma Orlow

"Edamame dumplings, char siu pork buns, and Kobe beef satay can all be found at this longtime Stephen Starr restaurant. Between the 10-foot-tall Buddha statue that catches the eye of every diner entering or the impressive Asian cocktails — Buddakan is the one of the city’s most elegant places to eat." - Ernest Owens, Diana Lu

"Buddakan’s punny Dip Sum doughnuts are coated in five-spice sugar and served in a typical Chinese food takeout box with seasonal fruit jam, chocolate sauce, and gingered cream cheese for dipping." - Sarah Maiellano

"Good dumplings in this town are in abundance, but the ones at Buddakan have been impressing diners for over two decades. Their signature edamame dumplings that are served in a truffled sauternes-shallot broth are the definition of iconic (and tasty) dining." - Ernest Owens, Eater Staff

"Good dumplings in this town are in abundance, but the ones at Buddakan have been impressing diners for over two decades. Their signature edamame dumplings that are served in a truffled sauternes-shallot broth are the definition of iconic (and tasty) dining." - Ernest Owens, Eater Staff