So the food, the ambiance and the service were great - really great, and I'll gladly go back, but the dinners do not come with rice, and the dinners require rice. It's silly - it's Chinese food. Rice is $4 extra, so you pretty much have to add $4 to every dinner when you're looking at the menu. Get the shrimp & curry, with a side of rice! read more

Food, ambiance, and service is top tier and it's nice and quiet inside just how I like it.

I dont usually post reviews but I had to do this one. We were made comfortable as soon as we stepped in and were well taken care of by Jovan. And wenwill return just to have him as our server again. We will try to order a fun cocktail to make his day. read more

Excellent food and service and atmosphere! Nice location and very close to MET. I would highly recommend it in the upper east

We love Asian fusion so we will always try a new place offering that and while visiting NYC, my daughter and I decided to give this place a try. The restaurant was empty upon our arrival, other than one other table, and our waiter was very attentive at that time. We started with the fried chicken wontons which were delicious and then shared the chicken and broccoli and beef lo mein. While the main dishes were fine, the were nothing extraordinary and you had to pay extra for a bowl of steamed rice. I have never experienced that before. The main issue I have with this place is that a large party came in while we were eating and our waiter forgot about us. Someone else brought us to~go boxes and after about 15-20 mins our waiter finally brought over our check and when I selected 20% for the tip, which was more than deserved given the fact that he ignored us for half of our visit, he got an attitude and walked off. Did not even thank us for coming or anything! Or bill for the two of us was $85, for anyone interested in knowing. Needless to say, we will not be back or recommend. read more

Tang By Mr Sun - Beef lo mien, chicken with broccoli and steamed rice. - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

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The food here is OFF THE CHARTS!!! I was so grateful they took us in an hour to close because the food was amazing and so was the service. It's beautifully decorated inside too! Let me say the soup dumplings are phenomenal... love the unique flavor to each one. the mu shu chicken was so flavorful! The bacon fried rice... you'd be stupid to miss out on this one! The hot and sour beef was so good, I was so happy to take some home so I could have it again the next day. Best Chinese food ever! read more

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Was so excited to try this place on a friends recommendation. We got last minute reservations on a Saturday morning. The restaurant was quite empty. We were one of three couples dining in. It took them some time to get us seated, which wasn't a big deal since there were just two servers and no host per se so we assume they were busy. The good part - Food was a 3.5/5 maybe even a 4 overall. We got seated and got to appetizers - tried the5 soup dumplings, crab and truffle soup, and lychee shrimp. Presentation was good and taste was okay too. For mains we got the lobster udon and salt and pepper tiger prawns, both of which I liked. It was good comfort food for a particularly cold day. The food served was also nice and made sure we were doing okay. Now the bad - there were gnats flying all over which made me wonder how bad the kitchen was. The tables at the end of the room had a lot of junk (cleaning supplies and table cloth bundles) stowed on which made was very unappealing. The worst bit - we had not had the worst time and left a 22% tip. An hour later I received a phone call saying that my card had been declined and asking me for my card details. Thankfully I was able to log into my account and could see the transaction. I then asked them how much the bill amount was and what I had ordered - they told me an order completely different from mine. I'm glad I pushed back coz initially the person who called was pretty aggressive and rude about how my card had been declined and didn't want to wait for me to check my statement either. Having figured out their mistake they then quickly hung up - no apologies or explanation!! All of this left a terrible taste in my mouth. Overall, I don't think I'm going to return. If you go - beware of the gnats and please don't give them your credit card details over the phone without verification! read more

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Excellent dinner with different takes on classic Chinese dishes with japanese/italian influences. Shrimp ball deep fried with a mustard dipping sauce - signature app - served in a tree like structure with dry ice creating some drama. Sautéed mushrooms on a crispy scallion pancake disc - the mushrooms were delicious, though I did not really taste any scallion. Beef baos with a taro chip were delicious (I will take three more next time). A rainbow of soup dumplings followed - mine was tasty with a seafood filling. Next came make your own Peking duck- the star of the night - who doesn't like a super crispy presliced duck? Next classic though unusual chicken with broccoli (super plump chicken chunks - a little too sweet for my palate), addictive cacio y Pepe udon with crab and perfectly sautéed baby bok choy. Finally, a tasty duck fried rice and a beautifully composed and yummy lobster. read more

What an amazing fine dining restaurant! I love how all of the portion sizes are generous as fancier restaurants typically give the tiniest size plates. I love all of the unique dishes like the passion fruit prawn, creamy king crab udon, and lychee shrimp balls. My favorite was the lychee shrimp balls as the presentation was amazing and I've never seen anything like this. The waiter was friendly and our waters were consistently filled. The interior was clean and decorated nicely with the white tablecloths. I definitely want to come back to dry the lobster dishes! read more

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This place is truly a hidden gem! Food was absolutely delicious. Lychee shrimp balls not only were they delicious the presentation was beautiful as well. The apple spritz mocktail was so yummy, they don't have their liquor license yet but I can't wait to try it that with some vodka. The Restaurant's decor beautiful, service warm and friendly. This is actually the first restaurant where I saw servers wearing gloves while serving food, which i actually appreciate. I highly recommend this restaurant for a special occasion & I will def be back there soon! read more

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Located in the E 80's, this comfortably elegant UES restaurant w/ an overpriced wannabe elevated Chinese Cantonese menu that's neither fusion nor Americanized Chinese cuisine serves up above-average dishes w/ fresh quality ingredients. However, most of the dishes we tried lacked seasoning, refinement & "wok Hei" - that charred texture / aroma that cloaks piping-hot stir-fries - which is the foundation of most decent Chinese Canto dishes. Black Pepper Steak sauce was weirdly too sweet but the beef quality was good. Sautéed string beans were bland & didn't have that nice char, which is what makes the dish shine & is indicative of poor "wok hei" skills. Fried Lobster in garlic -although fresh- had too much batter & was also pretty bland. And although presented in a gimmicky way, Lychee Shrimp balls were creatively executed. They were decent but served w/ the wrong sauce. Perhaps, a sauce w/ a bit more acidity & spice would've been a better complement to seafood. Overall, we liked that each dish had fresh quality ingredients, which is usually harder to come by at Chinese restaurants on the UES. Hence, the 3.75-star Yelp rating. Hopefully, they can work it out & focus on executing more authentic Cantonese flavors & hiring a chef who knows how to cook w/ "wok Hei." And we'll be back to try more dishes. read more

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Service was great, ambiance is lovely, both set you up to experience a gastronomic phenomenon that just does not occur. The chicken potstickers skin was tough and dry but the flavor profile of the dumpling itself was delicious. The Kung Pao chicken and bokchoy in garlic sauce were okay but nothing to write home about. I guess if the place didn't raise expectations through its aesthetic and story you wouldn't be as let down but it was really disappointing to me. I wouldn't recommend it. read more

Tang By Mr Sun - Steamed Chicken Potstickers - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

I went here on a girls night birthday dinner last week and currently the place is located under scaffolding. There are two spots to sit for a more fancier setting. I requested the corner table under the chubby or rather bubbly or youth like Mona Lisa portrait but that table required at least 6 people. We were only a party of 4, therefore, we opted for the mushroom flower tree background. There was no cocktail menu due to their liquor license of only beer and wine. I was fine with that. I started with the I love Lychee mocktail. For appetizers we shared the truffle mushroom and lychee shrimp. The lychee shrimp is must order just for a social media video. Both dishes were amazing and worth ordering at least once. For the entrees we shared the passion fruit tiger Prawns, curry Veggies with Scallion pancakes, sautéed green beans, king crab udon, succulent branzino and salt and pepper shrimp. Everything tasted amazing and portions were generous. I also had a glass of sancerre. For dessert, we shared the limoncello truffle and chocolate for my friend's birthday. I will definitely return to try other items on the menu. For the amount of food and drinks we ordered, it was definitely affordable compared to other upscale Asian cuisine. read more

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Very good food. Good size portions.. excellent service I don't understand why the place was not very crowded on a week and evening.

The cocktails are dismal and owners/managers clueless. Food was ok but overpriced. Better options available in the neighborhood

Service was horrible!! Waiters walking in circles Food not bad Manager tried to be helpful read more

Great! Love the food , the ambience and best of all Nahid was so attentive and accommodating! Highly recommended!

We come here all the time. The front desk woman set in her chair with her legs curled up on the chair itself. Then we ordered drinks, appetizers and then whole peking duck and string beans. We needed to ask for water initially. Then the string beans arrived before the appetizers and before the water and our drinks. There are a lot of restaurants that we can frequent on a Saturday night, the restaurant is 50% empty, not to say the frequent change in staff. This restaurant will not survive read more

My family had an absolutely phenomenal dining experience here. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, elegant, and inviting -- the perfect balance of upscale yet comfortable. It's fusion Chinese Food. Great for celebrations. Our server, Angel, went above and beyond with attentive, friendly, and professional service. He anticipated our needs, made great recommendations, and truly elevated the experience. He even made me espresso coffee exactly to my taste. The food was nothing short of outstanding. The Filet Mignon was perfectly cooked, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and seasoned with incredible depth of flavor. The Kung Pao Chicken was one of the best we've ever had -- a perfect balance of spice, crunch from the peanuts, and freshness from the snap peas and peppers. Every bite was packed with flavor and texture. We finished the meal with a dessert that was not only delicious but also beautifully plated -- creative presentation that made it feel like art on the plate, and the flavors matched the beauty. Pairing everything with a rich espresso, served in elegant gold-trimmed china, made the entire meal feel special. This restaurant delivers on every level: service, quality, ambiance, and presentation. Highly recommended, and we will definitely be back! read more

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Jovan was amazing! We enjoyed ourselves! food was amazing... great service. drinks are amazing. definitely coming back...

obsessed with this place. their chicken lo mein is AMAZING. Shrimp balls are impressive but taste wise not as special as other dishes.

Fantastic experience at Tang By Mr Sun. The sweet and sour chicken stood out--tender chicken breast, lightly crisped, with a bright, flavorful sauce that wasn't overly sweet. The fried rice was exactly the kind you want to eat by the spoonful--perfectly seasoned, not too oily, and incredibly satisfying. Also loved the crispy shrimp--lightly battered, piping hot, and super fresh. Everything was plated beautifully, with thoughtful garnishes that showed attention to detail. Each dish felt elevated without being fussy. Overall, the food was consistently high quality and really satisfying. The ambiance is sleek and playful in the best way. A glowing bonsai-style tree adds drama to the minimalist interior, and the quirky portrait reminiscent of Botero gives the space unexpected personality. My new fav high end Chinese resto. read more

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Came back to Tang by Mr Sun on a Friday evening for dinner. They had a 1 ballon, and this restaurant has been open for 1 year! Hope it will stay in business for a long time to come! We really love their Peking duck, it is definitely one of the best we've had. The skin is so crispy and perfectly cut. The pancake is very thin and perfect. I don't like the wraps to be thick, I've been to other restaurants and the wraps are bun-like, terrible! Can't even taste the duck at that point! This time we also tried their Maryland crab cake, which was divine! Yes the pieces when they came out were small (small bite size) however they redeemed themselves when the inside was entirely of crab! I've had crab cakes where they were large but full of breading. But this wasn't the case at all! I was impressed and it was served with a tangy mustard sauce. We also ordered the string beans, which was a nice portion. Overall we love coming to Tang! read more

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Excellent food service and unique presentation. Have gone here multiple times and recommended to friends who thanked me. I would classify as Asian fusion rather than read more

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Delicious food, fantastic service. Ask for Christian! Super nice guy with great recommendations read more

Tang By Mr Sun - Duck, ribs and lychee shrimp balls - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

The food and service were amazing. We came her as guests for a bridal shower celebration. This is Chinese food ELEVATED. Everything was delicious. We especially enjoyed the rock shrimp and the spring rolls. read more

If you want good Asian food, this is not the place. I do not mind paying more for better food, but unfortunately, the food here lacks in taste, quality and substance. The ribs were fatty and the dumplings inedible; the chicken and meat dishes were underwhelming. Also, how do they not include rice with the entrées? The service was poor. read more

Whenever walking past by Tang by Mr Sun there's always a crowd so decided to check it out. Great location in the UES. A perfect upscale date spot. Beautiful and clean interior with modern decor. Great service and attentive staff. Food was served immediately. Started the dinner with soup dumpling assortment which were delicious especially with the vinegar. The main dishes were subpar unfortunately. The texture of the chicken was off for every single meal. It was sooo soft and didn't taste like chicken at all, rather soft as tofu. This really knocked the ranking. We did appreciate the amount of protein and portion of each meal but texture of the chicken was disappointing. All plates were aesthetically pleasing in terms of presentation but overall food looked better in photos. Recommend only if you're in the area and want to check out something new or for a local date night. read more

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Loved Jovan Great service and food. And atmosphere. And authentic. And cool. And spotless read more

Tang by Mr. Sun has become one of our go-to spots on the Upper East Side, and for good reason. Whether we're dining with family or catching up with friends, the experience is consistently wonderful. The seating is comfortable, and it never feels overly crowded, which makes such a difference when you're trying to enjoy a meal. The service here is truly immaculate -- attentive without being overbearing. They're also incredibly baby-friendly, which as a parent I really appreciate. The host always greets my toddler with a smile when we walk in, and those little touches make us feel genuinely welcome as a family. Now the food -- where do I even start? The beef rib is outstanding, and the yuzu rib brings such a unique, refreshing twist. The shrimp ball is not only delicious but comes with a gorgeous presentation that resembles lychee on a tree. The miso cod is another favorite we can't stop ordering. And if you have a sweet tooth, the dessert menu offers plenty of options to choose from. If you're looking for innovative Chinese cuisine on the Upper East Side in a warm, welcoming atmosphere, I highly recommend Tang by Mr. Sun. We'll definitely keep coming back!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Service was bad. I came in and there was nobody at the front door. After 5 minutes or so, somebody came out and seated me but didn't come to take my order for quite a while. As i was leaving I said I'm sorry i can't wait any longer to be served and the waiter said "no worries", in a way that seemed smug and mean. He was talking to another customer. I feel like the owner should know that whoever is the server here is killing his business. read more

WOW, wow, wow. This is probably one of the most impressive restaurants I've ever been to! From the decor, to the food, to the staff, there's literally not one bad thing I can say about this place. I came here with my friend and we both thoroughly enjoyed this place. For an appetizer we ordered the shrimp balls, which came out in a beautiful smokey display. We also had the truffle mushroom pancakes which were delicious. For my main meal I had the king Pao chicken which was great. I definitely didn't have enough room for dessert, but I couldn't pass up an opportunity to try one of their amazing desserts. I got the red lantern, which was an amazing cheesecake with strawberry and raspberry. I am not a sweets person, but this definitely hit the spot! I will definitely be coming back here. This upscale and unique Chinese restaurant is definitely a gem! read more

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Our server Naheed was great, excellent service and food. Very tasty and very pleasant, would come again.

Lunch date with my sister after a trip to the Met: The location on 3rd Ave is very unassuming even being on the UES. When you walk in to what you think is just a basic Chinese restaurant, you'll be pleasantly surprised by the decor/ambience. Rubel was an amazing guide through the menu and made pointed suggestions. The food was more than filling - even the happy hour menu - with the only set back being that they do not have the full bar. The cute cocktails on their IG page are not at this location but you can find beer, wine and Prosecco if you need a drink drink. Overall, highly recommend. read more

I found Tang by Mr Sun to be sophisticated with excellent background music. The food was nicely presented and my party and I enjoyed everything. The service was excellent. The Waiter was very knowledgeable and made some excellent suggestions. I definitely will return to this establishment. read more

We have been going to and enjoying Tang by Mr. Sun since it opened; although the space is usually empty, the food is excellent. Yesterday I went to lunch with my mother and a friend. We had a delicious meal of Peking duck, Treasure Prawns, House Special Bacon Fried Rice, and Sweet & Sour Chicken. As the waiter cleared the table, he stood above my right arm. He grabbed the empty dish of sweet and sour chicken and brushed the spoon out of the dish into another dish. As he did this, the sauce splattered on the sleeve of my white sweater, leaving four stains of orange, and onto my hair. I immediately said something to the waiter, and he said it had nothing to do with the spoon; the remaining sauce had simply spilled out of the dish. If that had been the case, the sauce would have made one spot on the sweater, not several splatters, and not gotten into my hair. The manager offered me a hand wipe and a shot glass of seltzer with a dirty dish rag to clean my sweater. When we suggested they should pay my cleaning bill, we were ignored. In past experience, when a restaurant has a lapse in service, they have offered something in exchange, a free dessert, an adjustment in the bill, or coverage of a cleaning bill. Tang offered nothing, not so much as a free cup of tea. As we were leaving, the waiter apologized while repeating it was the sauce dripping out of the bowl that caused the problem; he did nothing with the spoon. In my experience, a decline in service is frequently followed by a decline in food. I hope that is not the case with Tang's. As much as I enjoy the food, I do not intend to wear it home. read more

Best Chinese food on the Upper East Side. Lovely ambiance and superb service. I have been here five times and have never been disappointed. The lychee ball appetizer is really fun to eat and watch the drama unfold. read more

Tang By Mr Sun - Lychee balls - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

I have been curious about this restaurant and was unsure what to expect. The food was comforting and fresh. I loved the Bao Buns with green apple slivers. Also enjoyed the Bacon Fried Rice. Each staff member was accommodating. Jovan helped us at the end of the meal. He was a lovely and glamorous punctuation mark to a relaxing and filling 2 hours. read more

Great service, loved every bite of our meal and a beautiful ambiance. I've been there twice and can't wait for the 3rd time! read more

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The food was absolutely delish and the atmosphere was so enjoyable. Jovan was out server and he could not have been more wonderful!