Buddha Ruksa
West Seattle's beloved neighborhood Thai — fresh, fast, fragrant, and the kind of pad see ew you order even when there are six other Thai spots within a mile.
Known For
Crispy garlic chicken, swimming rama, fragrant curries — the West Seattle Thai go-to.
What to Order
Crispy garlic chicken, swimming rama, pad see ew, panang curry, mango sticky rice
What to Drink
Thai iced tea, Singha, lychee martini
Price Range
$$
Dress Code
Casual
Reservation Tip
Order online for pickup — dine-in fills quickly on weeknights.
Hours
Daily 11:30–9
Why Vantage Members Should Care
The neighborhood's most-ordered takeout. Real cooks, real heat levels, no shortcuts.
Who Goes
West Seattle takeout regulars, family dinners, weeknight comfort
Address
3520 SW Genesee St, Seattle, WA 98126
How To
How to Dine at Buddha Ruksa
A step-by-step guide to dining at Buddha Ruksa — a Seattle-area restaurant curated by Vantage.
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Decide what you came for
The neighborhood's most-ordered takeout. Real cooks, real heat levels, no shortcuts.
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Make the reservation
Order online for pickup — dine-in fills quickly on weeknights.
- 3
Order the signatures
Order Crispy garlic chicken, swimming rama, pad see ew, panang curry, mango sticky rice. Pair it with Thai iced tea, Singha, lychee martini.
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Show up the right way
Dress code: Casual. Head to 3520 SW Genesee St, Seattle, WA 98126 in West Seattle Junction.
Frequently Asked
Questions about Buddha Ruksa
What is Buddha Ruksa?+
West Seattle's beloved neighborhood Thai — fresh, fast, fragrant, and the kind of pad see ew you order even when there are six other Thai spots within a mile.
What should I order at Buddha Ruksa?+
Crispy garlic chicken, swimming rama, pad see ew, panang curry, mango sticky rice
What should I drink at Buddha Ruksa?+
Thai iced tea, Singha, lychee martini
What are the hours at Buddha Ruksa?+
Daily 11:30–9
How much does dinner at Buddha Ruksa cost?+
Buddha Ruksa is in the $$ price tier and the dress code is casual.
What is the dress code at Buddha Ruksa?+
Casual
How do I get a reservation at Buddha Ruksa?+
Order online for pickup — dine-in fills quickly on weeknights.
Why should Vantage members go to Buddha Ruksa?+
The neighborhood's most-ordered takeout. Real cooks, real heat levels, no shortcuts.
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