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Bluefin with balsamic vinaigrette, extra virgin olive oil, and micro greens
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In seaweed
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JAPANESE CUISINE
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Soybeans with salt
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(VEGGIE)
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Buddha’s Favorite
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We offer the same great menu you know and love from Buddha’s Favorite—plus a few exclusive dishes you’ll only find at lil’ Buddha’s! Come taste what makes us special
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Renting an electric boat to cruise the bay will give you a scenic view of the Newport Harbor from the water. Once you’re done, head to Buddha’s for dinner while experiencing our Dock n’ Dine service. It’s a great way to enjoy your meal without having to leave the boat!
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Here is your go-to place for outdoor rentals that will elevate your beachside getaway. Grab some bikes, head to Buddha’s Favorite for lunch on the weekends or swing by lil’ Buddha’s for a quick lunch after cruising the boardwalk!
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The Moke is a British/Caribbean classic, first built in 1964. These now electric cars are a symbol of fun in the sun. Rent one in a variety of colors, then head on over to Buddha’s for your favorite sushi! A truly unique experience!
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Knows how to set the scene for a one of a kind sushi picnic experience! They offer many themes to choose from to make it extra special. Order a pre-set platter or a customized platter of sushi to go from lil’ Buddha’s to make your picnic compete!
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Avocado wedges, panko fried, with Nicole’s citrus ginger sauce
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Onion, zucchini, yam, squash, and green beans served with tempura sauce
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Various veggies covered in a thin sheet of lye water dough served with ponzu chili sauce
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Our ginger dressing
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Seaweed tossed in ponzu dressing topped with sesame seeds
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Hot sake – Enough said!
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Avocado, gobo root, cucumber, green bean, and radish sprouts
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In February 2024, lil’ Buddha’s joined the Buddha’s Favorite family! Intimate and welcoming, our cozy 10-seat space is perfect for guests who want to dine in and enjoy the experience of watching our talented sushi chefs in action
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Buddha’s Sushi Rice, Cooked
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Bamboo Sushi Roller
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Kani kama wrapped in salmon topped with avocado and ponzu
Salmon with Diane’s Ginger Sauce and micro greens
Jalapeño pepper stuffed with spicy tuna and cream cheese, tempura fried, topped with eel sauce and spicy mayo
Orange Smelt Eggs
White meat chicken breast, tempura and panko fried, with sweet soy sauce and green onions on a bed of steamed rice
New York strip steak, shitake mushrooms, and onions, sauteed, with teriyaki sauce and green onions over a bed of steamed rice
Kid size portion of the chicken bowl with sauteed onions, green onions, and teriyaki sauce over a bed of steamed rice
Sushi-Grade Albacore Loin
Soybeans sautéed in garlic, butter, soy sauce, and black pepper
Rings of onion, panko fried, with your choice of Japanese ketchup, spicy mayo, or tempura sauce
Served with garlic butter eel sauce
Halibut and shiso leaf, tempura fried, with sea salt and lemon juice
Tempura fried rock shrimp with spicy mayo, masago, eel sauce, and green onions
Shrimp, onion, zucchini, yam, squash, and green beans served with tempura sauce
Ground chicken covered in a thin sheet of lye water dough served with ponzu chili sauce
Blistered shishito peppers topped with ponzu sauce and bonito fish flakes
Lightly battered squares of tofu, deep fried, with tempura sauce and green onions
Broiled black cod marinated in sweet miso
Crispy rice topped with seared albacore, sesame sauce, garlic ponzu, and fried garlic
Are delivered fresh daily
Lightly salted yellowtail collar, broiled, served with ponzu on a bed of mixed greens
Black tobiko and quail egg Premium – add ikura and jumbo scallop or uni Supreme – Have it ALL!
With tofu, wakame seaweed, and green onions
Cucumber with wakame seaweed and sweet vinegar dressing topped with sesame seeds. Add Octopus or Shrimp
Miso soup, crispy rice spicy tuna, shrimp and veggie tempura, ginger salad, crispy sesame chicken, and choice of: California, Crunchy, or Spicy Tuna Roll`
Seared albacore topped with crispy fried onions and garlic ponzu sauce
Halibut with extra virgin olive oil and yuzu sauce
Salmon belly with garlic butter and black tobiko
Yellowtail belly with sea salt, sesame oil, and yuzu paste (Thanks Rick!)
Snow crab nigiri with avocado and Taka’s yuzu vinaigrette
Shrimp nigiri with quail egg, masago, green onion, ponzu, and a dot of Tobasco
Jumbo Hotate scallop nigiri with cilantro butter and sea salt
Red snapper nigiri with a shishito pepper sauté
Halibut nigiri with Taka’s yuzu vinaigrette
Amberjack nigiri with garlic ponzu and crispy fried onion
Tuna, salmon, yellowtail, spicy tuna, masago, cucumber, and avocado topped with garlic ponzu, wrapped in soy paper
Tuna, salmon, seared albacore, kani kama, and avocado topped with ponzu and wasabi mayo, wrapped in thinly sliced cucumber
Tuna, salmon, seared albacore, kani kama, and avocado topped with eel sauce, wasabi mayo, and tempura flakes, wrapped in rice paper
Snow crab and kani kama mixed with mayo, baked, wrapped in soy paper. If you like it spicy, just let us know!
Lobster and mayo, baked, with shiso leaf, garlic butter, masago, and avocado topped with eel sauce and masago, wrapped in soy paper
California roll topped with bay scallops, masago, and mayo, baked, eel sauce and green onions
California roll topped with salmon and spicy mayo, baked, eel sauce, masago, and green onions
Shrimp tempura, kani kama, cucumber, and avocado topped with tuna, seared ono, salmon, yuzu marmalade, garlic ponzu, and green onions
Spicy tuna roll topped with seared ahi tuna, jalapeños, sriracha, and garlic ponzu
Spicy tuna, avocado, shrimp tempura, kani kama, and cucumber topped with sweet chili sauce and eel sauce, wrapped in soy paper
Spicy scallops and cucumber topped with spicy tuna, garlic ponzu, chili oil, and green onions
Spicy tuna roll topped with seared ahi tuna, shishito peppers, fried onions, garlic ponzu, and sweet chili sauce
Chopped toro, fried shiso leaf, and green onions topped with truffle oil, black tobiko, and gold flakes
Spicy yellowtail and shiso leaf topped with seared yellowtail, truffle oil, and green onions
Red snapper, salmon, shiso leaf, and avocado topped with seared golden eye snapper, poke sauce, green onions, black tobiko, and masago
Veggie roll topped with salmon, lemon slices, and ponzu sauce
Kani kama, avocado, and masago topped with thinly sliced scallops, lemon juice, and truffle oil, wrapped in soy paper
Spicy tuna and avocado, topped with seared albacore, jalapeno, and ponzu, wrapped in soy paper
California roll topped with seared albacore, garlic butter, garlic ponzu, and fried garlic
Seared albacore, masago, avocado, and sriracha topped with salmon, eel sauce, and tempura flakes
Bay scallops mixed with sriracha, mayo, masago, and green onions
Shrimp tempura, kani kama, avocado, and cucumber topped with tempura flakes and eel sauce
Minced toro with green onions
Salmon, cream cheese, and avocado
Salmon and avocado in seaweed
Tempura green bean and yam topped with tempura flakes and eel sauce
Sushi-Grade Yellowtail from Japan
Udon noodles with white meat chicken breast, fish cake, and green onions in a shoyu-based broth
White meat chicken breast, tempura and panko fried, with sweet soy sauce and green onions on a bed of steamed rice
Seared albacore, octopus, salmon, tuna, white fish, yellowtail, and green onions over a bed of steamed rice
Buddha’s poke mix, a variety of fish in our poke sauce, with avocado and green onions over a bed of steamed rice
Pan tossed Yakisoba noodles with bay scallop, rock shrimp, assorted veggies, sesame seeds, and green onions
Pan tossed Yakisoba noodles with New York strip steak, assorted veggies, and green onions
Pan tossed Yakisoba noodles with white meat chicken breast, assorted veggies, and green onions
Your choice of chocolate, green tea, mango, strawberry, and vanilla
Rich, creamy custard with carmelized sugar top
Layered silky dark, milk, and white chocolate creams with a hazelnut crunch bottom
Mini New York cheesecake with a hint of Bourbon vanilla. Add chocolate syrup for extra sweetnes!
Kid size portion of the plain udon noodles with green onions and fish cake in a shoyu-based broth
Kid size portion of the steak bowl with mushrooms, sauteed onions, green onions, and teriyaki sauce over a bed of steamed rice
Crispy rice topped with spicy tuna, jalapeños, eel sauce, and sriracha
Buddha’s poke mix, a variety of fish in our poke sauce, with slices of avocado, green onions, and crunchy wonton chips
Yellowtail, jalapenos, sriracha, and garlic ponzu
Jumbo scallop, salmon, bay scallop mix, masago, and avocado topped with ponzu and wasabi mayo, wrapped in soy paper
Baked lobster roll topped with seared wagyu, eel sauce, and black tobiko, wrapped in soy paper
California roll and shrimp tempura topped with snow crab, avocado, eel sauce, and tempura flakes
Chilled blue crab with masago and avocado, wrapped in soy paper
Spicy tuna roll topped with seared ono, sweet chili sauce, garlic ponzu, and crispy fried onions
Shrimp, tuna, yellowtail, kani kama, and masago topped with avocado, spicy mayo, eel sauce, and tempura flakes
California roll topped with Buddha’s poke mix and green onions
Shrimp tempura and avocado topped with tuna, sweet chili sauce, eel sauce, and tempura flakes, wrapped in soy paper
Seared albacore, avocado, and masago topped with seared albacore and wasabi mayo
Shrimp tempura, kani kama, avocado, and cucumber topped with eel, eel sauce, and tempura flakes Substitute or Add Snow Crab
Kani kama mixed with mayo, cucumber, and avocado
Chopped yellowtail, sriracha, and green onions
Our Smash Burger is next-level! We start with rich, buttery A5 Wagyu beef, seared to perfection and layered with our housemade sweet umami teriyaki and Taka’s secret sauce for an unforgettable flavor experience
Our Ramen starts with a comforting, rich soy chicken and pork broth served hot to soothe the soul. Then, we add melt-in-your-mouth chashu pork to the silky noodles for an amazing depth of flavor. The perfectly soft-boiled egg is the perfect finishing touch that makes this extra indulgent. Our ramen is a favorite for both spice lovers and those who prefer something a little milder
Our Salmon Burger is truly one of a kind. Made in-house with fresh, sushi-grade salmon and finely chopped white onion, then marinated in savory miso for deep, umami flavor
Our signature roll is a mouthwatering combination of crunchy shrimp tempura, fresh salmon, cream cheese, avocado, and crisp cucumber. We top it the roll with our sweet chili sauce and housemade wasabi mayo. Each bite makes you wanting to have another!
Miso Marinated, Frozen
Buddha’s Spicy Mayo
Please allow 1 hour when placing orders for individual shrimp
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The palate has featured notes of juicy white peach with gooseberry and ripe grapefruit. Vibrant aromas of passionfruit and nectarine are underscored by hints of fresh cut grass and kaffir lime
Remarkably fragrant and delightfully silky, this Rose offers aromas of fresh peach, pear, and nectarine met with hyacinth and rose pedals
A heady nose reveals ripe blackberry, raspberry, and plum with hints of licorice, thyme, vanilla, and cherry. The balanced palate layers black fruit and chocolate-covered blueberry with subtle herbal, cedar, and mineral notes, finishing long with beautifully rounded tannins
A full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine has aromas and notes of dark fruit, sweet tabasco, cedar, and vanilla. Supple tannins carry through to a lingering finish
Hints of dark berry fruits like boysenberry and raspberries compliment the aromas of cloves and black pepper. The long finish is plush and velvety
SABE Blanco Tequila, Vodka, and natural lime and lemon flavors
SABE Premium Rum, Vodka, and natural flavors
SABE Premium Vodka, and natural ginger and lime flavors
Build your perfect pour! Try it on the rocks, with soda, or as a twist on a classic, like a Dirty Shirley, Rum & Coke, or a Rowdy Roy
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Whether you are looking for an electric boat, a pontoon, or a yacht for bigger adventures, Paradiso has it all! Order from lil’ Buddha’s on your way to the boats and set sail with your sushi meal. With advance notice, we can cater your event on their 80′ yacht with up to 70 of your closest friends!
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This delicately brewed sake is characterized by a balanced sweetness with notes of pear, honeydew, and white peach. The rice is milled down to 45% providing a very enjoyable, full-bodied sake. Nicole’s favorite!
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A light and comfortably dry sake with the aromas of fresh cantaloupe and banana are followed by a medium body while bringing refreshing mandarin orange-like overtones. Customers love the Kikusui!
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The nose is a collection of rose, wood, and grape. It is a very clean and dry Junmai sake. Flavorful enough to drink all night with all your favorite sushi choices!
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A medium to dry Junmai Ginjo, this sake has a nose of soft, ripe strawberries and grass. A perfect beginner’s example of a “light and smooth” type sake with a suppressed sweetness. It’s our house “go-to” sake!
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Another elegant Junmai Daiginjo sake from Dassai, this Nigori is of a lighter style. The nose is made up of rose water, cream, apple, and melon aromas. Pairs great with crispy rice spicy tuna !
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This unfiltered sake radiates aromas of melon, marshmallow, and cream with a smooth and savory finish. Nicole’s favorite Nigori!
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Ask if they know which are marked vegan. Some beer and wine is cleared using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the bottle.
From the very first swirl, this Sauvignon Blanc delights with aromas of candied pineapple and guava, accented by a delicate hint of key lime blossom . On the palate, vibrant notes of fresh melon take center stage, balanced by a lively acidity that brings energy and precision . A silky texture carries the wine to a focused finish, where a subtle touch of minerality adds depth and finesse
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On the nose, this French Sauvignon Blanc reveals fine fruit aromas. Off-dry, it shows citrus flavors like grapefruit and lemon, with vivid acidity on the palate
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Luminous and golden, this wine offers aromas of lemon creme, white pineapple, and melon with delicate floral notes of citrus blossom and magnolia
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Aromas of vanilla, melon, and mango are layered with apricot, creme brulee, butter, and a slight minerality with a long smooth finish. Nicole’s FAVORITE wine!!
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Rich, sweet and aromatic
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World renowned for it’s ultra high rice polishing ratio of 23%, this Junmai Daiginjo is in a class by itself. The silky texture has aromas of peach and melon with savory notes of chestnut and pine. It is like a gentle waterfall on your palate. Not only does Dassai 23 compliment our assortment sushi, it also pairs well with our yellowtail collar and chicken dishes!
Spicy tuna and avocado, deep fried, topped with spicy tuna, eel sauce, green onions, and tempura flakes
California roll topped with tempura rock shrimp, spicy mayo, masago, green onions, and eel sauce
A clean and bold Daiginjo, known as “The Sword,” this rich and juicy sake has hints of minerals, ginger, and melon and a dryness that speaks to all. It’s great with our miso cod or baked lobster roll!
Otherwise known as the “Demon Slayer”, this Junmai Daiginjo offers a supple texture with a rich and fruity profile. An aromatic, floral, and creamy finish makes this an all-in-one premium sake. Pairs great with any of our scallop dishes!
This American Dassai is made from the Yamada Nishiki seed imported from Japan and grown in Arkansas, the nation’s leading rice producing state. The taste of white peaches and ripe papaya is followed by a subtle sweetness and refreshing acidity. Try it with salmon sashimi!
Bold and richly styled, this wine is deep with color, aromas of dark fruits and warm spice, and layered flavors of black cherry, berries, oak, vanilla, and cocoa