We dined at Sunda after a friend mentioned it was one of her favorite spots in Chicago, so we had to check out the Nashville location while in town. Since we had a group, we decided to order a mix of dishes to share so everyone could taste a bit of everything. So good! Our server did an excellent job making recommendations for food and drinks. While it's definitely on the pricey side, the food quality and attentive service made it worth it for a fun group night out. Would recommend if you're looking for great Asian fusion and solid cocktails. read more

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Large space that was mostly empty on a Thursday evening. The appetizers were definitely better than my actual entrée. For the appetizers, we ordered Bulgogi tacos, a red dragon roll, Wagyu and spicy tuna crispy rice, and crispy brussels sprouts. The crispy Brussel sprouts is a crunchy scrumptious salad that is so good. The spicy tuna crispy rice was also amazing. Bulgogi tacos were very large and had a lot of meat, although were a bit oily. For my entrée, I ordered the salmon poke bowl, which would've been amazing except that the sauce was too salty. That's a shame, since nothing is cooked so it should be relatively hard to mess up. Would've been nice to get the sauce on the side, so that you could tailor it to your own taste. Oh well! The appetizers made up for it! read more

Overall: We LOVE the fusion! I am so so appreciative of Sunda's happy hour - from the ube espresso martini (genius, please never take this away from the menu) to the adobo pork belly bites - I love it here. Service: Great, friendly staff (shoutout the chef and the bartenders)! Ambiance: So lovely, great for a little more of a dressed up vibe - I love coming here with my girlfriends at the end of the week! read more

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Excellent food with a great variety of flavors and a really nice atmosphere. Everything we tried was delicious and beautifully presented. Highly recommend. read more

Sunda New Asian in The Gulch is an absolute masterpiece of upscale dining, blending vibrant Southeast Asian flavors with an electric, sophisticated atmosphere. From the moment you step inside, the chic interior and high-energy ambient beats set the stage for an unforgettable night out. While the innovative menu--featuring showstoppers like the Wagyu Crispy Rice, Oxtail Potstickers, and the Red Dragon Roll--is world-class, it is the extraordinary service team that elevates Sunda into a league of its own. Kicking off the evening at the bar is a total must, thanks to Frank. He operates with the precise craft of a master mixologist and the warm hospitality of an old friend. Frank doesn't just pour drinks; he crafts tailored cocktail experiences based on exactly what flavors you're craving. His speed, attention to detail, and engaging banter immediately set a glowing, welcoming tone for the rest of the meal. Once seated, Kevin takes the reins and provides seamlessly attentive, white-glove service without ever feeling overly formal. His deep knowledge of the menu shines through in every recommendation. Kevin guides you through the course pacing perfectly, ensuring dishes hit the table fresh, piping hot, and beautifully timed. His instinct for anticipating needs before you even ask makes you feel completely pampered. Between Frank's incredible, handcrafted cocktails at the bar and Kevin's stellar, intuitive hospitality at the table, Sunda delivers one of the single best dining experiences in Nashville. Five stars across the board--don't skip this spot! read more

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The best snow crab handroll. I had asked for one via the kids menu, made with non-spicy Mayo. My Little ate it up, saying it was the best sushi ever. And when I had a taste, I was sad that this may very well have ruined all other crab hand rolls for me. I guess that just means we have to come back. The Sunda Sundae was phenomenal too, particularly the ube ice cream. It was incredibly smooth and just perfect. The ambiance is appropriate for a date night, large groups, or if you've got out-of-towners visiting. Not sure how packed they can get but the front desk's first question is if you've got a reservation. Ask for Preston, he was a wonderful server! read more

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Had an amazing meal here! Inside is modern and stylish. A bit dark. Plenty of seating. Good place for groups or a date. Came in with some friends for a birthday dinner. We were a party of 6 and they easily accommodated us. We ordered a feast! Loved everything! We did family style. You might want to double up on the rice and noodle dishes though. We loved the adobo fried rice and garlic crab noodles. The oxtail pot stickers were my favorite appetizer. The crispy pata and miso cod are absolute must trys. Probably the best meal I had while visiting Nashville. Service was fantastic! Staff was so friendly and helpful. read more

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Top 3 favorite happy hours in Nashville!! the vibe inside is very upscale and nice. The wait staff are all very nice and helpful. Their happy hour menu is great and has a lot of options for small bites and good cocktails. i especially love the pork belly bites and the spicy tuna handroll. their ube espresso martini is the best i've ever had too! Love coming here with friends to end the week. the chef is so sweet and brings new dishes he creates for the guests to try. i highly recommend trying this new Asian fusion place!! read more

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Sunda serves very fusion Asian food so don't expect truly authentic Asian food. Sushi and Bao buns were pretty average. I was bit surprised by the price tag and portion of the food. I think it's suitable for grabbing little bites, drinks and enjoy the interior. Service was great. read more

Sunda New Asian - 4 Pieces Pork Belly Bao Buns - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Asian fusion spot in a dark, sexy, Asian themed interior. We came here on a Saturday evening and sat at the bar. The biggest let down of the night was that I think our order was forgotten because after an hour of sitting there we had not gotten our food. That being said, it's still a five star. That's how good the food was - even being on the pricey side. Or maybe we were just starving after waiting an hour for food (lol) so it was extra good. The menu is humongous by the way - it has Asian fusion, sushi, Thai, and Chinese dishes. The Wagyu Crispy Rice ($26) is to die for - GET IT. It melts in your mouth. Tuna Truffle Pizza ($24) is unique AF, and has actual truffle shavings. The Chicken Pad Thai ($26) was well made and came with loads of tofu to my BF's dismay, thankfully I love tofu and ate it all off his plate. Frank at the bar is awesome and has the best man bun. He was super apolegotic with the food coming some slowly and comped our Wagyu Crispy Bites. Get those seriously - it was the best thing we had in Nashville. read more

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The hostess was sweet upon entering. The vibes were very welcoming. Our server, Mikel, made phenomenal recommendations. He made our first experience at Sunda memorable. Great explanation of the menu and a few dishes we asked about it. We're looking forward to coming back and trying more! read more

Sunda New Asian - Spicy edamame & snow crab hand roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This food was very good. It was an upscale Asian/Asian fashion small-ish plates. The standouts were the chicken, the rice, and the miso cauliflower. The oxtail potstickers were a little too dry for me and my fiance. But the rest was all very good! Nothing was really spicy except the peppers themselves. If you go around lunar new year you get these cute red envelopes! The restaurant had nice background music, but it wasn't loud which was wonderful. Service was great, she was friendly and kept our orders flowing and glasses full. I didn't try their sushi but I will next time cause it looked really tasty. read more

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Unfortunately, this place was terrible. We got a wide range of items. Szechuan chicken was fried, which I've never seen before, chicken nap buns were fried (which we knew from the description), but chicken was mostly tendons and breading. I think we ordered seven things and liked none of them. Usually Asian fusion is either healthy or delicious, sometimes both. This place was neither. read more

We had a lovely experience at Sunda. Although a little overpriced, the food was delicious and creative. We tried the Bao buns, and liked how you could do half and half of two different flavors. I enjoyed the fried eggplant, it had many different textures from the crunchy slaw to soft steamy buns. I also tried the sweet potatoe caterpillar roll. It had sweet potatoe and crispy Asian pear, topped with avocado and served with black garlic teriyaki sauce. I enjoyed the flavors, but wished the sweet potatoe was fried tempura style instead of soft as it was a little baby food esque, but yummy nonetheless! Our waitress was extremely nice and helped with recommendations. There was a bit of a mix up with the wrong dish coming out, and she was very gracious about it. The decor was very pretty and modern. Perfect for a special occasion dinner! read more

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The ambiance was nice. We specifically enjoyed the wonderfully seasoned crazy rice and miso cauliflower. The crispy pata was way too salty and the crunchy hamachi was a disappointment and overpriced at $19 that came in the form of 2 pieces of sushi. read more

Came here on a Thursday evening and was surprised by how empty it was. There were maybe 4 tables occupied. The place is great, our server was a a little awkward but a gem, the food was awesome and the location is ideal. I'll definitely be back and will try cocktails because I only had nigori sake this time (it was great but their bev program looks elevated and I'm definitely interested in checking it out). The crispy rice is a must, we also had the beef lollipops which I was expecting to be good but nothing life changing but wow the flavor and texture was perfect. Also do not sleep on the spicy edamame (not really spicy, but so flavorful and delicious). The rolls are phenomenal, they have such a great selection, we ordered a few options and I honestly could not pick a favorite. The place itself was decorated so beautifully, the intricate fish motif ceiling art/chandelier is mesmerizing but the place is not pretentious even though is it elegant. Also good music!! As perfect for a date night as it is for a business meal or just yapping with friends. read more

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We had a wonderful meal with the ambiance and food both, just right. The service was great and fast. The food was top-notch too. I chose the Szechuan Chicken which was the right amount of heat and a good portion of food. As we were leaving, we met the owner. He's a great guy and he's giving Nashville a lot of great food. read more

Sunda New Asian - Szechuan Chicken - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

excellent experience all around. fabulous food, drinks & service. Kevin went above and beyond. highly recommend Sunda Nashville!

Was in Nashville for a few days and had to try this location . I am based I love both Chicago locations . I would say happy hour should be spoken about only seating by the bar. My group was under the impression when was seated at the table we arrived during happy hour would be able to order on that menu . We were offered to move but at that point we had been seated comfortably . I will have to say service was on the slower side it was a Thursday evening at 530 can't really pinpoint it wasn't overly busy till in an hour in but overall slower than what I'm used to . I enjoyed the space it reminded me of the Chicago locations open concept decor was right in Asian influence . When it came to food I wanted to try things I usually don't try . I really enjoyed the shrimp I could have probably ate that whole order to myself creamy delicious sauce with walnuts and the shrimp were crispy . I did find some of the dishes saltier than I'm used. The pork belly sinigang presentation was interactive loved pouring the broth onto the dish but I do believe my friend was slightly disappointed she was hoping for that comforting broth sour tamrind. It definitely was on the mild side of what we are use to in the amazing dish that sinigang is . The ube expresso martini was heavy pour on the mezcal was hoping more ube notes or foam . Star of the night has to be the Bibingka not on the menu believe it was special for the month . Not sure if they remember hearing us saying that my friend was graduating from Vanderbilt the next day but that was nice . Overall it was okay. it is located on a busy street but parking garage right next door so that was perfect. read more

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So glad my gf found Sunda for our last dinner in Nashville. It exceeded our expectations! The place was really nicely decorated, tables were spaced out well & was super clean. We were seated right away & our waitress was super friendly. She looked like a model! Like girl what are you doing here, go be on a runway or something! Well maybe this was her part time gig- anyway, really cool & helpful. We opted for the lumpia app [$18] as well as the Brussels Salad [$24]. Yes, both were pretty overpriced for what they were, but both apps were amazinggg, so we didn't mind paying for quality food. The Brussels Salad had this nice vinaigrette to it- really tasty. I got the Ube Espresso Martini [$19] which only had a hint of ube. Nonetheless, the drink was really well made. For the main courses, we got the Crispy Pata [$32] which came w/a side of steamed rice, the Pancit Canton [$32] - which came super late, but they apologized for the wait, the Adobo Fried Rice [$24] & the scallops [$39]. Everyone was really impressed with the spread. That Crispy Pata was no joke, loved every crispy bite! Cooked to perfection. The adobo fried rice was a tad too salty for me, but still enjoyed it. The pancit canton was good but by the time it came out, we were all already pretty full. Our waitress comped us an off menu desert which was bibingka prepared in a non-traditional way. Loved it! Really great service and food here ar Sunda! Thanks for a great Sunday night dinner. read more

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We asked the front desk of our hotel where to go to and she without hesitation mentioned Sunda since we asked for a place to relax, unique food, great service and reasonably priced! We saw they have a location in our town in Tampa so we will be giving them a try next! If you're wanting to break away from hot chicken with a great vibe, look no further! read more

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The happy hour is great, it has plenty of options at a great price. That being said I would only go back for happy hour. The rolls are good but I don't think they're worth the price without the hh discount. Everything was tasty and the bar had a great vibe if you were to go for only the bar. The entire staff was welcoming and friendly to all customers from what I saw! read more

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Nashville's best brunch. Not even joking. Food is always 10/10. Service is amazing. Crazy to me that it's always so dead. Dinner is also insane. I sent a friend visiting there and this was our text. Don't walk. RUN. read more

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Another tip, another stop--Sunda. East meets West, not a gimmick, but the real deal. The Filipino "silog"--eggs, meat, rice--perfect. Maybe better than back home. Halo-halo, bibingka--sweet, messy, unapologetic. Didn't expect this level of authenticity in Nashville, but here it is. The room? Big, bold, built with intent. And Kevin--took care of us like family. read more

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Every food item was delicious. Very flavorful, large portions... pricey, but worth the money because you can split each item portion wise. Service was good. Decor is cool. It looks very clean inside. Street parking is okay if you go in the evening during the week. We ordered tiger shrimp tempera, rice, cauliflower, and sweet potato sushi. I could not believe how amazing every item tasted, especially the cauliflower because I hate cauliflower. Now I like it lol I also never had sweet potato sushi, very good. Rice was very flavorful. I loved the shrimp tempera. read more

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We went for the first time for our wedding anniversary! The ambiance was exactly what you would expect for The Gulch. It fit the genre of food as an Asian Fusion restaurant. When I walked in I realized it used to be Cantina Laredo and had some flashbacks to my college days. But, they've made great use of the space. The service was great. She offered great suggestions and even gave us a yummy desert at the end of the night as an Anniversary gift, which was so thoughtful! Our food was good! The Pancit could have been a bit more flavorful. I used to a thinner noodle with that dish, but it was still very good. And we will definitely go again! I'll likely try another of their dishes and another sushi to get a feel for the rest of the menu. All in all, it's a great addition to that area! read more

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Food and atmosphere were great! Only downside is we weren't seated until 8:35 for a 7:45 reservation, and food did take a bit to come out. Our server was fantastic, extremely knowledgeable and energy. We tried many items from every area of the menu and enjoyed them all. read more

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Our server, Rhianna was amazing! The food was divine, and we love coming to Sunda every time we visit Nashville! read more

Sunda New Asian - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Alex is an incredible server, on top of our dinner, attentive, and everything was delicious! The ambiance is perfect for a fun friend dinner and also a business dinner. We will be back! read more

Finally came for dinner & enjoyed it as much as I did brunch. Had a very friendly & personable server though I can't remember his name. Food was good. And the in espresso martini which was so sweet & yummy. Probably a good dessert drink as it was hard to finish with the spicy & hearty Szechuan chicken dish I had. Bao buns for a starter were excellent as well. Sunda has a great ambience & the food is always solid. Pricey but that's Gulch Nashville prices you expect. read more

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We had the perfect girls dinner at Sunda last night. The restaurant is beautiful and upscale feeling. The food....omg, it was incredible. We mostly ate a ton of appetizers and loved it all. - Spicy Edamame - Ginger Miso Salad - Oxtail Pot Stickers - Bulgogi Roti Tacos - Steamed Pork Belly Buns - Lumpia - Crispy Signature Rice Tuna and Wagyu - Crazy Rice It was not overhyped in the least. Mario (I think the manager) was so attentive. Amazing service. I cant wait to return! read more

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This place came highly recommended when visiting Nashville. The place had a dark chill aesthetic vibe. I ordered the Pork Belly Bao Bun, Garlic Crab noodles, and the Sunda Sundae. Pork Belly Bao Buns - 8/10 comes with 4 buns. It's super filling and great to share! Delicious! Garlic Crab noodles - 7.5/10 I was looking forward to this one, but they used regular pasta, which was disappointing. The flavor was there and the crab tasted great, but would've been better with an egg noodle to enhance the Asian fusion flavors of the noodle. It was really heavy, but good. Sunda Sundae - 6/10 the ube milk flavor was nice and I love the jackfruit / jellies! I wish they gave a little more toppings to even out the amount of ice given. Overall, we had a good experience. The food didn't totally wow me for the price but we still had a super filling meal! read more

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Stopped in during Happy Hour and was instantly impressed with the place. Don't get me wrong, I did my due diligence and checked it out on this somewhat popular app called Yelp - perhaps you've heard of it..lol The Happy Hour menu is full of tasty delights like the Seoul Wings...just Wow! Korean style wings that were sheer perfection. Since I consider myself a chicken wing connoisseur (yes, that's a thing look it up) I'm qualified to rate them a 9/10 on the chicken wing critic scale. The service was great too. I was immediately greeted by one of the bartenders, offered and served a drink, and told about the menu. Superb Happy Hour experience. I'll definitely be back for the Seoul Wings! read more

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Food was great and our server was wonderful, but the manager completely ruined the experience. I spent over $500 and when one of the drinks in the espresso martini flight, a chili espresso martini, tasted awful, we asked if it could be swapped out. The manager refused and instead offered to bring different drinks that we would still have to pay for. Thankfully I asked because he was trying to be sly and didn't disclose that until I asked if I'd be charged. At a restaurant at this price point, that response is ridiculous. Replacing a bad drink should not be a debate. The server was great, but management clearly needs work. Safe to say we will not be back. read more

We popped in for a happy hour treat before dinner and I was super excited to see this place! I'd never been before and was really happy with the experience - will definitely come back for dinner. Inside was gorgeous and it was a good-sized space, too! Our server knew we were in a little bit of a hurry and did a great job getting our food and drinks out quickly. Very grateful! I had an AMAZING cocktail - the miso old fashioned. It was unlike any other old fashioned I've had and it was a great surprise. So much so that I had to order a second one :) We got shishito peppers and nori fries - both were excellent! read more

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Flew in yesterday from Brooklyn, NY for a few days and I was looking for a meal after my flight. Beautiful aesthetic upon arrival, and very conveniently located. I made a reservation last minute on open table. My host at the Airbnb recommended trying some food out in The Gulch, so here we are. I sat at the bar, which is not something I normally do, but the hostess (who was absolutely lovely) recommended it. I'm glad she did because was a beautiful installation above the bar, of a school of fish made out of palms, which I couldn't stop looking at. The bartender with very quick and so kind, we shared a few laughs, then I ordered the strawberry fields cocktail, the garden futomaki roll, the Korean fried chicken buns, and the adobo fried rice with vegetables. The strawberry cocktail was so good. I didn't even realize it had alcohol at some point. I was just taking them down so quick. The fried chicken buns came first, they made my tongue salivate when they opened the top of the basket lol! But I felt like we're too big to handle without looking like a barbarian fresh from the hunt. So I asked for a knife and cut them into fours. The garden roll was delicious, but it fell apart easily due to its large size. If they did two smaller rolls instead of one giant one, it would hold together as you're dipping. The adobo rice was so so, I felt like it had the potential to be so much better. It is lacking that punch of flavor that I would want in something that is supposed to mimic a Philippine dish. That garlic taste was there, but it was very oily, and the vinegary undertone I would expect was missing. Maybe it was because I ordered vegetable and not a protein, but it wasn't the highlight of the meal. Overall, If I lived here, I would most definitely return. It was however oddly dead by the time I left. But that is most likely because it's a Monday and I'm on vacation, so time is ambivalent to me at this current moment! read more

Sunda New Asian - 4 Pieces Korean Fried Chicken Bao Buns - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Service was a little slow, but the food was fast and delicious. Would definitely return again for the Chicken Pad Thai! read more

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Sunda is absolutely my favorite restaurant in the gulch so far! Every time I go I spend way too much money because everything is so good. My favorite dish so far has been the sezchuan chicken. Service is always top notch. They also cater to food allergies which is difficult to find in sushi restaurants. read more

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Delicious food, especially the Pad Thai and wagyu beef with crispy rice! Our server, Raihanna, is amazing -- cheerful, helpful, and thoughtful! We had a GF guest and she suggested great options for him. read more

Preston was not out server (because we switched tables for back support) but he is our savior and we are obsessed with him. He went out of his way to check on us all night and provide some comical relief (why is he not a comedian???) read more