Sunda New Asian is getting ready to open its first location in Detroit.
Led by Emmy award-winning restaurateur Billy Dec, the chain features pan-Asian cuisine.
Sunda New Asian plans to open at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10 at 33 W. Columbia St., not far from Detroit’s Comerica Park and Little Caesars Arena.
The Motor City location will be the chain’s fourth overall, which includes two locations in Chicago, as well as locations in Tampa and Nashville.
The chain was founded in 2009, inspired by Dec’s travels throughout Southeast Asia. The team includes culinary director Mike Morales of the Philippines and head sushi chef Ise Matsunobu from Tokyo.
The menu features dishes like Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, Oxtail Potstickers, Baked Crab Handrolls, 3lb Japanese Wagyu Tomahawk Steak, Miso Glazed Sea Bass, and more. It also includes alcoholic beverages like sakes, beers, and whiskeys.
“Detroit has incredible creative momentum and pride that’s impossible to not fall in love with — we’re honored to be joining the positive energy and movement,” Dec said in a statement. “We’re bringing an incredibly meaningful experience rooted in Southeast Asian culture, connection, and culinary innovation.”
He added, “For years, we’ve felt so much love from Michigan guests at our Chicago locations, that we are excited to serve them in their own hometown. We see Detroit not only as a city on the rise but as a place ready to set the tone nationally. We’re proud to grow with it, contribute to it, and be inspired by it.”
The 6,000-square-foot space features a resin flower art installation over the island bar inspired by Japanese and Michigan cherry blossoms. It can seat more than 200 guests, including a patio.
More information is available at sundanewasian.com.