Buddina Eating House
A well-regarded restaurant at Buddina near Kawana on the Sunshine Coast with a 4.3 rating across 414 diners.
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Why it's worth checking out
Buddina Eating House brings modern Thai cooking to Buddina, with a menu focused on the aromas, spices and rich flavours associated with Thai cuisine. The venue is at 21 Nicklin Way in Kawana Waters and offers both takeaway and table bookings, making it a practical option for a casual meal at home or a sit-down visit.
The menu includes a broad selection of Thai-style starters and snacks. Standouts include chicken satay with homemade peanut sauce, Thai fish cakes served with crushed peanuts and sweet chilli sauce, hand-wrapped Thai curry puffs, and steamed chicken and prawn dim sims with a spicy sauce. There are also bao buns, money bags filled with spiced garlic chicken, roti with satay sauce and Korean fried chicken. Vegetarian diners can choose the tofu bao bun or vegetable spring rolls, although the available menu should be checked when ordering.
The setting is described as having relaxing waterfront views, giving the restaurant a scenic backdrop for a meal. It may suit diners looking for an easy Thai dinner, groups sharing several starters, or takeaway from around Kawana Waters. Buddina Eating House has a 4.3 Google rating from 414 reviews, offering an additional reference point for visitors comparing local restaurants.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 11:30 – 14:00, 17:00 – 20:00
- TuesdayToday
- 11:30 – 14:00, 17:00 – 20:00
- Wednesday
- 11:30 – 14:00, 17:00 – 20:00
- Thursday
- 11:30 – 14:00, 17:00 – 20:00
- Friday
- 11:30 – 14:00, 17:00 – 20:30
- Saturday
- 11:30 – 14:00, 17:00 – 20:30
- Sunday
- 11:30 – 14:00, 17:00 – 20:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 71
- Popularity
- 79
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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