Buddha Bowls And Rolls, the build-your-own Asian American counter that has turned into a downtown lunch go-to, is gearing up to leave the city core for its first standalone restaurant. The team quietly dropped the news on social media, teasing a 2026 opening and highlighting one thing downtown regulars rarely enjoy: more parking than the current locations.
In an Instagram post the owners wrote, "BIG NEWS Third location unlocked Who wants to come along on our journey of building a new restaurant?," alongside a video revealing that the next spot will be the brand's first standalone space outside of downtown. As reported by What Now Sacramento, the new restaurant is expected to open in 2026 and is planned with extra parking in mind.
From Counter To Standalone
Buddha Bowls & Rolls currently lists two downtown Sacramento locations on its site and already hints at a third. A California Natural Resources Agency area guide also identifies the concept at 715 P Street inside the state building, confirming its move into the state complex and signaling a shift toward more permanent, street-facing real estate instead of strictly food-hall style counters.
Founders And Fast Growth
Owners Nai Saeteurn and Justin Fong launched Buddha Bowls And Rolls in downtown Sacramento in spring 2024 under the local group Full Tilt Hospitality, according to The Sacramento Bee. Since opening, they have added a second location at the California Natural Resources Agency building and grown a fan base around customizable spring rolls, bowls and banh mi-style sandwiches.
What They'll Serve
The brand’s online menu keeps things firmly in the build-it-your-way lane: make-your-own spring rolls, noodle and rice bowls and sandwiches, alongside fresh-pressed sugarcane drinks, Vietnamese coffee and rotating cookies. The company’s site shows that the mix-and-match proteins and house-made sauces are a big part of what has driven its popularity downtown.
Details Still Sparse
For now, the public details stop at the social media teaser and a tongue-in-cheek promise of "no more excuses" about parking. The exact address, a firm opening date and a construction timeline have not yet been announced. What Now Sacramento reports that it has reached out to the team for more information, while the brand’s public pages list only a "third location" as coming soon.
