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Buddha Raksa Thai Restaurant

135-137 Liverpool Rd, Burwood NSW 2134, Australia

Recommended by 80 people

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Find Buddha Raksa Thai Restaurant

135-137 Liverpool Rd, Burwood NSW 2134, Australia

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+61 2 9747 5608
HoursMonday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Buddha Raksa Thai Restaurant

A Burwood fixture for decades, Buddha Raksa turns out benchmark Thai cooking backed by genuine family-run warmth. Co-owners Tep and Tittimar walk the floor nightly, greeting long-time regulars and steering diners toward fragrant curries and share plates. The room sets a tailored tone right down to the custom-branded tableware and engraved timber chairs. Orders land fast and piping hot, from crispy eggplant to tender beef massaman curry rich with coconut cream and slow-cooked spice. Bowls of jasmine rice keep arriving at the table alongside fresh lime-garnished pad Thai.

  • Custom-Crafted Details: Engraved wooden chairs and custom-branded tableware reinforce hands-on care across the dining floor.
  • Hands-On Host Hospitality: Owners Tep and Tittimar personally oversee service, tailoring dishes to dietary requests and greeting multi-generational regulars.
  • Benchmark Thai Classics: Evenings anchor around crispy eggplant, wok-tossed pad Thai, and tender beef massaman curry with free-flowing rice.
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Why Dine at Buddha Raksa

What sets Buddha Raksa Thai Restaurant apart for memorable meals and events

  • Owner-Led Hospitality

    Guests are warmly welcomed on the floor by owners Tep and TD, who personally check in on diners and tailor recommendations.

    I think what really adds to the experience is the genuineness of the owners. They are so kind and good natured and whenever we visit they always ask how things are going.

    Andrew F

  • Genuinely Attentive Care

    The dedicated team delivers attentive, thoughtful care that makes families and first-time guests feel truly looked after.

    They made sure we were well taken care of. The service was warm and thoughtful, and the food captured the essence of authentic Thai cooking.

    Ana “Lulu” Lei

  • Atmospheric Thai Dining

    Authentic, flavorful curries and stir-fries are served hot in a beautifully decorated room that evokes traditional Thai dining.

    The customer service was excellent, very welcoming and attentive. The restaurant’s decoration is also beautiful and creates a nice atmosphere.

    Wellington Silva

  • Bespoke Dining Setting

    Attention to detail extends through custom tableware and engraved chairs that reflect the venue's decades of pride.

    Owners Tep and Tittimar take a lot of pride in their business, cleanliness and decoration. They even have engraved chairs with Buddha Raksa on them!

    The Ridge

  • Seamless Group Banquets

    The venue easily coordinates group events, birthdays, and banquets with flexible menus accommodating specific dietary needs.

    TD helped me organise the banquet menu to be very friendly for vegans, vegetarians and other dietary requirements, and she was super lovely, friendly and attentive throughout the whole event.

    Tina Tran

  • Celebrations for Large Gatherings

    Spacious seating and attentive event hosting create memorable settings for multi-generational birthday dinners and gatherings.

    Tep, TD and staff are very attentive and provides a warm and friendly service. We had a birthday dinner for 16pax and everyone enjoyed their meal and atmosphere.

    Nelson Luc

Signature dishes celebrated by long-time patrons and local diners

  • Crispy Eggplant

    Crispy eggplant is to die for!

    Veluran Raveendran

  • Pad Thai

    the Pad Thai tasted like none other we've had recently, the noodles were crispy, the chicken was tender, even the lime garnish was fresh and juicy!

    Maxthe222

  • Tom Yum Soup

    We ordered numerous dishes, from the Tasty Beef to the Tom Yum Goong soup, every single one was a hit.

    Maxthe222

  • Massaman Curry

    Massaman curry hits the spot every time. Lovely amount of flavour and spice, not overpowering with the coconut cream base, to keep the main massaman curry flavour coming through. Slow cooked beef chunks that are tender and juicy.

    Tina Tran

Other favorites

Entrees, desserts, sides, and traditional drinks to complete your dining experience

  • Fried Ice Cream

    the fried ice cream dessert was a sweet delight

    Eat World

  • Satay Skewers

    Satay chicken is juicy!

    Tina Tran

  • Thai Milk Tea

    Their Thai milk tea is LIT, probs my favourite.

    Hayley P

  • Jasmine Rice

    the complimentary jasmine rice was a lovely touch

    Chloe G

Beyond the menu

Personalized hospitality touches and customized details that distinguish your visit

  • Branded Dining Ware & Custom Chairs

    Custom-engraved dining chairs bearing Buddha Raksa and tableware customized with the restaurant's name complement the dining room setting.

  • Hands-On Owner Floor Hospitality

    Owners Tep and TD actively engage on the dining floor, greeting guests personally and checking on tables throughout their meals.

  • Tailored Dietary & Banquet Coordination

    Management works directly with event organizers to tailor celebration banquets accommodating vegan, vegetarian, and other dietary needs.

  • Thoughtful Family & Rice Service

    Staff promptly serve complimentary jasmine rice and proactively bring out a small bowl of rice for young children upon seating.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on dining times, dietary arrangements, and group visits

  • Plan Timing Around Weekday and Weekend Crowds

    Visit between Monday and Thursday if you prefer a quieter, calmer dining atmosphere, as the dining room becomes substantially busier from Friday through Sunday.

  • Discuss Dietary Requirements Directly with Hosts

    Speak directly with the owners or floor team when ordering, as they actively consult on custom dietary needs including vegetarian and vegan banquets.

  • Consider Upstairs Space for Group Celebrations

    Consider upstairs reservations when coordinating large groups or family celebrations, which accommodate dedicated banquet arrangements.

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