Melbourne prides itself as a multicultural society with different ethnicities showcasing a little bit of their home culture. So, it was perfectly fitting when Chef Khanh Nguyen opened up Sunda Dining in 2018. Staying true to his Vietnamese heritage and desire to change the perception of Vietnamese cuisine, Chef Nguyen started Sunda Dining specialising in Asian-Australian fusion food. He perfectly collides two worlds of culture, ingredients, taste and experience into beautifully crafted statement dishes.

 The space itself is minimalistic featuring exposed bricks, scaffolding poles and warm lighting. Here you can enjoy intimate conversation with your dining partners while indulging into an array of skilful masterpieces. It is on two floors with the ground floor opening up to where you have a front row view to Chef Nguyen in his element. Sunda is considered a favourite for locals and visitors over the years. It is often frequented by well-known personalities such as Kylie Minogue and featured on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants thanks to a these highly acclaimed dishes. Available on the WKNDTRP Melbourne city guide, these are some of the WKNDTRP’s recommendations.

Otak Otak – Spanner crab parfait topped with finger lime is pleasing to the eyes and the palate. If you are a seafood lover this one should definitely be on your list. Seasoned crab topped with a zesty lime and a portion of rice complement each other to create iconic flavors.

The buttermilk roti with Vegemite curry is of course an Aussie favourite. Combining comfort food from both cultures, the buttermilk roti provides a crispy outer layer and soft texture below. Dip it in the Vegemite curry and be transported back to your childhood. Regardless of how old you are Vegemite will and should always hold a special place in your heart.

Try the Xo egg noodles. The noodles are tossed into the xo sauce that usually comprises of dried seafood including shrimps and scallops along with dried ham. It is bursting with flavour and is an ideal choice for those who enjoy variation in their food.

Fish lovers are in for a treat with the Sunda Barramundi dish with spicy noodles and herbs. It is a commonly eaten fish in Vietnam with a soft and creamy texture which melts in your mouth with little effort.

You can also opt for the 4 course menu with a range of options for each course, that includes the crab and noodles topped with the choice of pavlovas for dessert. The restaurant is open throughout the week but we suggest making a reservation prior to visiting. Aru restaurant and Parcs are the two other restaurants in the group of restaurants that you should visit while in Melbourne. Parcs the latest addition focuses on sustainability by creating dishes from overripe fruits and vegetables, off cuts of meat and just about anything that would deem as un-pretty produce. They are then converted into surprising dishes such as oysters in jellied mango kombucha. Combine them with the vast wine menu and range of home-made kombuchas, kefirs and cocktails.

 The WKNDTRP app is your one stop shop, discover more of Melbourne’s finest by downloading the app today. Find your favourite restaurants, hotels and bars to make your city getaway unforgettable.