Buddha Bar Beach Crete

4.4 (120)

€31 to €50

International

Leoforos themistokleous, Chersonissos, crete, crete 70014

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for fine wines
Romantic

Buddha-Bar Beach Crete Abaton – just metres from the sea and pool, this beach club and restaurant blends fusion Asian cuisine with international DJs and live events. During the day, sample some of the Buddha-Bar’s signature specialities. In the evening, experience the bar transforms with music and cocktails from expert mixologists.

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This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
€31 to €50
Cuisines
International, Asian
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
2897 026410
Website
https://buddhabarbeachcrete.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
George Chronakis

Location
Leoforos themistokleous, Chersonissos, crete, crete 70014
Neighborhood
Chersonisos
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine

Concierge
AI Beta

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Buddha Bar Beach Crete.

4.4

(120)

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greece
Great for creative cocktails
Greece
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Buddha Bar Beach Crete offers "beautiful sunset views" and a "great atmosphere" with a fantastic DJ. Guests enjoy "attentive, courteous service" and delicious cocktails. While the food receives mixed reviews, the setting remains a highlight. Some visitors note areas for improvement in restroom cleanliness and special occasion acknowledgments.

120 Reviews

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Nicole
London2 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 4, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful restaurant with a great view. We had the family sharer and the food wasnt the best and one of the waitresses was quite rude & impatient
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Jade
London2 reviews
3.0
Dined on September 17, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Was hoping for more ambience, no DJ as the equipment had been left out the night before in the rain and wasn’t working. Sun beds had also been left out so they were soaking wet and soaking through the towels. Food & drinks were nice, setting is nice but would have expected more from Buddha Bar. Toilets are also a bit run down and dirty.
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Lisa
London1 review
1.0
Dined on September 14, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I visited Buddha-Bar Beach Crete for my birthday dinner and unfortunately left very disappointed. I ordered the beef tataki, which was served extremely rare. However, I explained to the waiter that I was uncomfortable with how rare it was explained that this is how the dish is prepare. Even after this, I still wasn’t comfortable eating it and ultimately could not eat the dish. What disappointed me most was that, despite raising the issue during the meal, no replacement or alternative was offered. The waiter also noticed that my rice remained largely untouched and asked if everything was okay. Unfortunately, the fried rice was also very disappointing. It had very little taste, the rice was mushy, while the vegetables were noticeably hard and undercooked. I had made it clear that this was a birthday occasion when booking the table, so I was also disappointed that there was no acknowledgement or special touch to mark the occasion. I had chosen the restaurant specifically for my birthday dinner and expected the overall experience to feel more special. Considering the prices, I expected a much higher standard of food and service. The setting is beautiful, but unfortunately the food and overall experience did not meet my expectations for a birthday celebration. I have since tried to contact the restaurant to discuss the beef tataki and fried rice charge, but my attempts to contact them have unfortunately not gone through.
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Gerli
London1 review
5.0
Dined on September 5, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Esperienza fantastica,il posto si trova al interno di un resort a 5stelle,il cibo e accoglienza sono stati veramente al top.Merita!!!!! Gerli from Italy
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Ernestine
Greece1 review
4.0
Dined on September 4, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had dinner at Buddha-Bar Beach yesterday and overall, we had a wonderful experience. When we arrived, a gentleman kindly walked us all the way to the restaurant. However, when we arrived, the lady in the blue dress who seemed to be responsible for welcoming guests was not particularly friendly when showing us to our table. She also asked for our reservation name again, which gave us the impression that the reservations were not very well organized. Apart from this first impression, everything else was fantastic. The view was absolutely beautiful, and we really enjoyed the service from the rest of the staff. Everyone was very friendly and attentive. The gentleman in the white shirt deserves a special mention — his service was definitely a 10/10! The food was delicious and definitely worth the price. We also had no complaints about the rest of the staff and would absolutely recommend this experience. Our only real negative point was the music. It was simply too loud, and at times we felt like we had to speak over each other to have a conversation. Overall, a beautiful location, delicious food and excellent service. We would definitely come back!
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Ruggero
Greece1 review
4.0
Dined on August 20, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Beautiful sunset views and attentive, courteous service. However, the restrooms are not up to the standard of the setting: they were dirty, with toilet seats detached and left on the floor.
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Shilan
Greece1 review
3.0
Dined on August 20, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was perfect, but unfortunately, the food was quite disappointing. It lacked flavor. Other than that, the view was beautiful.
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Isabelle
Greece1 review
5.0
Dined on July 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beste restaurant in Kreta dat we bezocht hebben. We zijn zelfs 2 keer geweest omdat het zo lekker was. Vriendelijke bediening, mooie setting en heel lekkere sushi.
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Thomas
London1 review
5.0
Dined on July 26, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice experience :-) super service with good recommendations of cocktails :-) Food was as expected very very nice. Nice location with view of the sea.
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Eelco
Greece2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Heerlijk eten met geweldige atmosfeer en fantastische dj
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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
€31 to €50
Cuisines
International, Asian
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
2897 026410
Website
https://buddhabarbeachcrete.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
George Chronakis

Location
Leoforos themistokleous, Chersonissos, crete, crete 70014
Neighborhood
Chersonisos
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Buddha Bar Beach Crete is often recommended for a romantic evening, with guests praising the sunset sea views, elegant nighttime lighting and a relaxed, stylish atmosphere.

Portions at Buddha Bar Beach Crete are regularly described as generous, guests specifically call out large plates and say items like the fried rice are more than enough for two.

Yes, families are welcome: guests report the staff were very hospitable to a 2‑year‑old and that families with young children were made to feel welcome.

Buddha Bar Beach Crete feels like a stylish beach‑club by the sea and pool, with DJs and live events in the evenings, creative cocktails, and dramatic sunset views that many guests praise.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed attire suits Buddha Bar Beach Crete’s fine‑dining beach‑club setting and sunset dinners.

Buddha Bar Beach Crete is at its best around sunset, arrive about 30 minutes before sundown and stay into the evening when the bar transforms with DJs and cocktails.

At Buddha Bar Beach Crete you can dine indoors or at outdoor tables right by the sea and pool, there's a full bar, and private parties are accepted.

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This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

Buddha Bar Beach Crete

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