Buddha-bar

Description of the institution Buddha-bar, restaurant lounge-bar

First “Buddha-bar” in the world was opened in 1996 in Paris. The concept and the idea belong to Raymond Visan. Until now the glamorous Buddha’s residence doesn’t lost its popularity but got brilliant twins in the largest cities of the world: Dubai, Beirut, Cairo. In 2008 “Buddha-bar” was opened in Kiev. 
Buddha bar guests, no matter in what part of the world it is, are Rod Stewart, Madonna, Johnny Depp, Cameron Dias, Jennifer Lopez and many other world-known celebrities. 

In 2008 “Buddha-bar” lounge-restaurants opened their doors for guests not only in Kiev, but also in Prague, London and Jakarta.  Dining at Buddha-Bar means removing yourself from the frenzy of urban life and plunging into a rejuvenating bath. As soon as you’ve entered this remarkable place with its monumental proportions, you’ll be enthralled by the charm of its soothing, exotic atmosphere. The bar mezzanine, enlaced by 18th century style wrought-iron balustrades, looks out over the dining area where the gigantic Buddha – the bar’s namesake - sits serenely enthroned. The amber-coloured lighting, rich mahogany furniture, Chinese and Japanese art objects, Khmer statues, decorated wood panels, lush reds and gold, luxurious fabrics and Portuguese mosaics all come together to create an opulent and refined décor. In Buddha-Bar wonderland, your taste buds travel to distant lands and inventiveness nests in your plate. The chef creates an edible masterpiece that skilfully combines exotic delicacies with high-end cuisine. All the dishes in the menus of “Buddha-bar” lounge-restaurants are approved by the management and the chef of “Buddha-bar” in Paris. Absolutely all the lounge-restaurants of “Buddha-bar” network keep to their traditions. One of them is “Family concept”. The best DJs distill their musical selections to infuse your evenings in this sanctuary with an indescribable sensuality. The experience is brilliantly engraved in the famous Buddha-Bar compilations.

In every restaurant of the company you can find your own island of seclusion, comfort and hospitality. Kiev lounge-restaurant “Buddha-bar” completely corresponds to all the demands of the world “Buddha-bar” network, though it is much larger than all the other restaurants (1400 sq. m), it has more than 350 persons capacity. The main distinction which differs Kiev “Buddha-bar” from its twins is three level premises – restaurant, bar and lounge-area Mezzanine, and also a VIP-zone with a unique view of the Buddha statue. 
Kiev “Buddha-bar” hosts the brightest events of the year and is considered to be the favorite party place of the show-business stars and the business elite