Buddakan
Dim sum has never felt more luxurious than at this Chelsea monster of a restaurant. The trendy set may come for the dark, chandelier lit, sexy opulence, but they're sure as hell staying for the flavorful, foodie-friendly fair. Often sold more as an experience than just your average Wednesday night reservation, Buddakan's grand decor drums up a dining room of elegant metropolitans making their way about the city as chicly as possible. From group dinners with a sense of occasion to romantic one-on-one dates. In other words, this is so NOT Tao.
Buddakan, 75 9th Avenue
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