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    Sunda New Asian - River North

    4.0 (3.5k reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Rachel S.

    We had a private room for our family and the traditional filipino "Kamayan feast" which was rice studded with all types of protein and fruits and flowers, designed for us to dig in with our hands. The food was placed on banana leaves and we were provided with tongs, plates, and silverware in case we weren't comfortable with eating with our hands. There was red snapper, longanisa, and pork chops. The bar in the private room was also quite nice! I loved the mocktail. Overall, the service was awesome and it was a really cool experience!

    Megan G.

    We made a reservation at Sunda to celebrate my husband's birthday with friends before flying out to Mexico, and it was a must-visit for me because I've eaten here twice before and still dream about the Wagyu Crispy Rice. The evening started off wonderfully. Our server was attentive and friendly, and the food absolutely delivered. The Wagyu Crispy Rice remains a 10/10 and is worth ordering every single time. We also shared the fried chicken and pork belly bao buns, which my husband and our friends couldn't stop talking about. Everyone loved their meals, and we left completely stuffed. Unfortunately, one interaction put a damper on an otherwise great dinner. My husband has had a white fish allergy for 32 years. He can safely eat certain fish like tuna, salmon, and trout, so he usually has limited sushi options but still enjoys it. He ordered what appeared to be a safe roll, but after the first bite realized it contained masago. We asked what type of fish their masago comes from, and the server confirmed it was from a white fish. Thankfully, he noticed immediately and didn't have a reaction. The server did offer to have the roll remade, which we appreciated. However, before doing so, she repeatedly told us that she and the chef "think all fish are white," implying that his allergy didn't really make sense. Hearing that several times felt dismissive of a very real allergy he's managed his entire life. Food allergies aren't something anyone should have to defend while dining out. To end the meal, they kindly brought out The Ridiculous dessert and the coconut cheesecake for my husband's birthday, and both were delicious. However, the moment was a bit overshadowed when the server mentioned, "We normally don't give these as birthday desserts, but because of what happened, we did." While I'm sure it wasn't intended that way, it came across as passive-aggressive rather than hospitable. Overall, the food was outstanding and absolutely lives up to Sunda's reputation. I'd happily return for the Wagyu Crispy Rice and everything else we tried. My only criticism is that a little more sensitivity and understanding around food allergies--and a bit more tact in how situations are communicated--would have made an excellent dining experience truly exceptional.

    Pork belly sinigang
    Truc N.

    Very spacious restaurant with modern Asian vibes. Drinks and food were excellent. Sunda created a beautiful menu where traditional Asian dishes fusion with modern flare but same homey flavor. My favorite was definitely the oxtail pot stickers. Flavorful and delicious. The chap chae noddles was another favorite at our table. Service was excellent for a busy Saturday night. Since some of the items came with 4 pieces, our server accommodate our group of 5 with additional lollipop, pot stickers and hamachi

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    Victoria T.

    Food and service was great. Every dish had its own unique flavor and everything tasted good. Atmosphere was nice and comfortable. We can right before the dinner rush and everything came out promptly. Would definitely go again if I'm back in town.

    Everett L.

    Came for happy hour. Not that impressed. $6 for 4 pieces of shrimp....to salty the peppers were good. Hand rolls worth its

    Sake to Me Roll
    Alex M.

    I was impressed with but slightly weary about the variety of Sunda's menu - its offerings span nearly every type of Asian cuisine, and it's challenging to excel at everything. My two friends and I ordered the Korean fried chicken baos, two rolls of sushi (Panda Roll and Sake to Me), and Pad Thai to share. The Korean fried chicken baos were my favorite dish. The crispy chicken was glazed in a sweet and flavorful sauce, and each bao was also stuffed with fresh veggies that provided additional crunch. My favorite sushi roll was the Panda Roll because it included shrimp tempura and was drizzled with a combo of sweet and spicy sauces. The Sake to Me roll was also good, but I could have used some soy sauce to mix with the wasabi for additional flavor. The pad Thai had solid flavor, and I appreciated how it did not skimp on the protein. While I thought it would be jarring to consume such a wide variety of cuisines in a single meal, it was actually fun to share and try a little bit of everything.

    Christy W.

    We had a good experience at Sunda during our visit to Chicago. The food was flavorful, and the drinks were well made and enjoyable. Everything we ordered came out promptly, and the overall atmosphere had a fun, energetic vibe. The only drawback was that the restaurant was extremely warm inside. Our group was seated in a small corner, which made it feel even more cramped and uncomfortable at times. A little more airflow or a different seating arrangement would have made the experience much more enjoyable. That said, the quality of the food and drinks made up for it, and I would still return to try more items on the menu.

    Bao buns. Pork was too crispy.
    Tracy A.

    Sunda is extremely popular. It was very crowded on a Saturday night. I was literally elbow to elbow with the table next to me. It is a moderately upscale place, but it is not somewhere I would go for an intimate experience. I eat a lot of sushi but didn't find their menu appeal for a true sushi eater. I decided to lean more into their cooked dishes as this side of the menu was extensive. The boa buns were huge and the buns themselves were good, but the pork inside was cooked. My friends really enjoyed their sushi rolls, but I've had a lot better. I also didn't too much care for my cocktail. Our waitress was good. She was attentive and accommodating and kind. I am glad I tried it as it is popular, but doubt I return.

    Steamed Buns Crispy Fried Chicken and Steamed Buns Pork Belly

    Bao buns were amazing. I'd come back for their Korean fried chicken and pork belly bao buns!

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    Matt G.

    By far, the strangest food service I've had in a long time. Our table of 4 was seated promptly after showing up a bit early to our reservation. The restaurant wasn't busy at 7pm on Sunday. We ordered a few drinks, a few different dishes, and an entry from the kids' menu. We quickly received our drinks, which were delicious and exciting. A balanced drink containing tamarind? Come on! We then got our first dish, the Wagyu crispy rice. Amazing. Delicious. Then our sushi came out. Also great! Then Adobe fried rice with pork belly. Super satisfying! But then... a total stall. We hadn't yet received our edamame or our chicken entree. Our server asked if we wanted the check. At that point, our food had time to sit and no one was hungry. So our server asked if we were ready for the check. Sure. Our check arrived at the same time our chicken dish showed up. And still no edamame, which was an appetizer. We were also given another table's bill, which was totally different than ours and showed a credit for something and a zero balance. It was fixed, and we ended up paying our $50ish per person with the only adjustment being that we didn't pay for the edamame we never received. Obvious disconnect between the kitchen and service. But the food we did receive was exceptional. Drinks were novel and playful. But forgetting food and a weird service pace really diminished the overall elegance of Sunda. I feel like we drastically overpaid for the dining experience. We are on a family vacation, so instead of memories of a great meal we instead have a story of that messed up service and the weirdness that surrounded.

    Chocolate molten lava cake with vanilla ice cream
    Charel G.

    Gorgeous aesthetic and a standout spot for Southeast Asian inspired cuisine. I came specifically for the variety, and it did not disappoint. We ordered the scallops, crab noodles, sinigang sour, and a lychee martini, and finished with the chocolate molten lava cake with vanilla ice cream. The scallops were cooked to perfection and buttery. My personal favorite, though, was the sinigang sour cocktail. While it wasn't as tangy as traditional sinigang, it was a creative and well-balanced interpretation. Service truly elevated the experience. Our server was attentive and welcoming, and the staff member refilling our waters was just as on point A+ all around. Looking forward to stopping by again the next time we're in Chicago.

    Bianca R.

    Y'all. When I say I left full and craving more, I mean it!! Already trying to convince another group of friends to come back with me!! To start highly recommend you get the shaved Brussels for the table. We got ours vegan since most of the table didn't eat meat so looking forward to trying them regularly!! The miso cauliflower was also amazing!! I got the red dragon roll and wow!! So delicious and the best part, it didn't fall apart when picked up! My friends got the steamed buns and ribs, they looked delicious!! The ribs were seriously mouth watering!! The perfect amount of sauce and tender! Not dry what so ever!! Highly recommend the lychee simoy, forewarning it's dangerously delicious!! Our server was fantastic! Truly a pro, handled our group of 10 like a champ!! Never an empty water glass on the table!

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    Clay G.

    I'd heard good things about Sunda so we figured it would be a great spot to go before a show in the Loop. Turns out Sunda was everything we could've wanted and more. All of the food was spectacular. The crispy rice as a starter set the tone, and you can mix and match the wagyu and spicy tuna. I was partial to the spicy tuna but my girlfriend loved the wagyu. For mains, we both went with some rice. She went with a standard chicken fried rice that they were easily able to make Celiac friendly. I believe she went so far as to say that it was the best fried rice she's ever had. For me, I had the crazy rice. I like a little spice in my diet, and the crazy rice delivered. I'd definitely get it again.

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    Is Bluefin Tuna served?

    Hi David, we do have bluefin tuna available from time to time as we get them freshly shipped. Please call us 3126440500 by 330pm the day of so our chef team will be able to provide answer on availability for the day.

    Is there valet parking?

    Yes! Call us for more information 312-644-0500

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    Do I need to make a reservation or are walk-ins welcomed?

    Making reservations is a good idea. But, walk ins are welcome.

    Is this BYOB?

    No, it's not.

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    It's better to get rsvp otherwise it'll be a long wait. But there is a bar and the drinks are not bad.

    Looking to reserved the end cap table at the bar for brunch. Also, will it seat 4 people?

    Definitely can be done there super cool my favorite restaurant and yes it does seat four...enjoy

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