January 17, 2022
Romantic restaurants used to be all about candlelight, hushed tones, soft music, private nooks, Chateaubriand and Champagne. Restaurateurs and lovers themselves have expanded the notion of a romantic night out so even a busy River North location that witnesses celebrity sightings stirs feelings of excitement and anticipation – precursors to romance. Enter Sunda New Asian. Expect a sexy vibe, pops of red decor amid dark wood and food and beverages perfect for a date – sharable sushi and dim sum, sparkling drinks like the exceptional Peared Sake cocktail, and heat-inducing offerings from spicy edamame and Szechuan chicken to Crazy Rice dotted with Ghost peppers. The cross-cultural Asian menu allows couples to have a culinary adventure in the Philippines (lumpia, Chicken Inasal, and Pancit Canton); try Korean chicken wings and bulgogi tacos; Japanese tempura and myriad fresh signature sushi; and exceptional entrees like miso Black Cod and and Hainanese Salmon. There are gluten-free and vegetarian menus, too, so every palate can enjoy romantic food, drink and ambience at Sunda.
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