Buddakan - NYC

A little disappointed by this restaurant. 

We had a reservation and had to wait half an hour from out appointment time, however this happens so that in itself didn't leave a negative stain.

We ordered two of their cocktails while waiting in their overcrowded bar area and both were palatable however overly sweet.

Drinks at the Bar

The website and the entrance entices you with a beautiful dining hall with vaulted ceilings and interesting chandeliers, however when we were seated we were walked through the nice part of the restaurant and seated at what I would consider the catacombs of the building.

Our server was relatively prompt and responsive and she explained to us their non-coursing style of service, meaning the food comes out whenever it is ready, regardless of whether you wanted them in that order or not. We thought this as odd, but we made it this far so we felt we should at least try the food.

The food wasn't horrible, but for all the hype of the restaurant we were underwhelmed. The food, like the drinks, were a little on the sweet side, something i don't mind at the prices you'd pay at Panda Express or P.F. Chang's but at restaurant like this... I expected more.

This place is probably great for a big group... perhaps trying different dishes would change my opinion.  In addition, I would suggest trying to get seated in the main dining room... this would have improved the experience.