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Sunny Town China Taste

Restaurant Chinese restaurant

👍 Came here for comfort food - noodle and dumplings. The noodle wasn’t memorable, I thought it could be better. But it’s economical food with 2-3 chunks of beef pieces for only $14.80? Can’t complain. The dumplings were more memorable as the fillings were freshly made (I don’t think the skin is but t... People often mention dumplings, service, noodle, soup, dish,


Address

10-14 Lorne Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Contact

+64 9 373 5388

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (427 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 10 am to 3 pm
  • Monday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Friday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 8 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: dumplings (13) service (10) noodle (9) soup (8) dish (7)
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  • 4/5 Chilli P. 4 years ago on Google
    Came here for comfort food - noodle and dumplings. The noodle wasn’t memorable, I thought it could be better. But it’s economical food with 2-3 chunks of beef pieces for only $14.80? Can’t complain. The dumplings were more memorable as the fillings were freshly made (I don’t think the skin is but the fillings were good). The Sichuan broth is nicer than the plain seaweed (way too plain). Staffs here expect you to speak in Mandarin just because you look Chinese... And they aren’t friendly. Think of it as a typical fast food joint with zero expectations. You don’t even expect service in McDonald’s anyway, so it’s similar.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pamela B. 1 year ago on Google
    It's now "Bao & Noodles" and definitely hit the spot! We were mesmerized watching them make dumplings in the storefront window. Delicious dim sum served up lightning fast in a fresh modern decor. Get a double order at least of the pan fried dumplings. Yum!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vinicius T. 1 year ago on Google
    Best buns ever, especially the vegetarian one. Top tier noodles as well. The menu is small but they do everything to perfection.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ken N. 10 months ago on Google
    I recently had the unfortunate experience of dining at Sunny Town. I must say that it was a disappointment from start to finish. The customer service was abysmal, with both the waitress and the boss displaying an unfriendly and unwelcoming attitude. From the moment I walked in, it was clear that the staff couldn't care less about providing a positive dining experience. The waitress seemed completely disinterested and was perfunctory at best when taking our orders. It felt like a burden to her, and she made no effort to make us feel valued as customers.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Usa I. 2 years ago on Google
    The place is clean, the staffs are great, and there are plenty choices. If you don't know what to order, I recommend try the beef noodle soup (5 ⭐). It's really good, but not that spicy. If you like spicy, try dandan noodle (4 ⭐). The service is not that fast tho, but worth waiting

  • 5/5 Kylee C. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow wow wow.... This is going to be my new go to & we only tired two things of the menu... The flavours of the shumai are out the gate 🤯 so amazing. Staff are awesome so friendly and the service is fast. Absolutely beautifully crafted pastry that you can watch being made at the window as you enter. Can't wait to try the soups. Will definitely be back.

  • 5/5 Jamez I. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious flavours, fantastic service and the food came out real quick...couldn’t get any better than that. Probably the best pork buns I’ve ever had. The bread was amazing too! It went so well with my beef noodle soup. A must go!

  • 1/5 April 4 years ago on Google
    Nice little place. Self service stations. The food was tasty and served quickly. The portions are very filling. The menu is simple. The price was decent. Watching the food prep from the window is interesting and appealing. The bathroom is could use a little cleaning. The mold in the sink takes away the nice feeling of how great the place is when you initially walk in. Overall, it’s a good place. I would come back.

  • 5/5 Mini R. 4 years ago on Google
    Authentic food, excellent decor, and great service. Sunny Town makes their dumplings fresh and in the open where you can observe. They also have an open kitchen. The food is delicious, with the perfect mix of spices. Definitely order the steamed dumpling, pork or vegetables as both are yummy. The spicy dumplings are not for everyone, but our daughter loved them. We loved the bamboo interior with comfortable seats. The service is prompt and friendly.

  • 5/5 Ka Shing C. 1 year ago on Google
    5 star service. I ordered a set of 6 dumplings and a side dish. After a reasonable wait, the dumplings were ready, but I was informed of a small issue with my order (they could only serve 5 dumplings, I think the final did not make it!). Before I even got to ask or raise any questions, they offered to give me an extra dish of 4 dumplings of a different variety to make good (as it would take longer to re-do my original dish in full), in addition to the original dish of 5 dumplings (this makes sense, no point wasting food, some restaurants would just trash the incomplete dish). Very happy with this service so giving them 5 stars. The dumplings were fairly tasty for their price and you can see them being made freshly in the front of the restaurant. The side dish (porridge) could be improved but this was cheap. The dumplings are medium-large sized, and quite filling.

  • 5/5 Geoff T. 1 year ago on Google
    Simple menu. Order at cash. Pick up bowls/plates and napkins (sauces and chopsticks are on tables, but napkin section does not get filled). Food arrives quickly. Modern, comfortable seating, staff cleans tables promptly. Toilets are clean and well stocked, handicap lavatory has a few touch up issues. Food is very tasty. Dan Dan a little soupier than I like, but with the true flavourful zing of Szechuan pepper, sesame and peanut. Veg Bao remind me of my favourite Buddhist steamed bun shop in Taipei- a half order is two full servings of vegetables! I would definitely return again to taste the cold noodle. The families of Asians who are the majority of customers lend their mark of approval to the product. The staff even thanked me as I left, a small touch that was much appreciated.

  • 4/5 A K. 10 months ago on Google
    Ordered authentic Dandan noodle. The flavour was good, not too salty. There was not enough pickle. The portion was kind of small.

  • 5/5 Jayme R. 1 year ago on Google
    Oh boy, was my taste buds at gunpoint as soon as I received my Dandan noodle soup. My typical student diet consists of Sunday night pasta, mac and cheese on Wednesdays, buttered toast every morning accompanied by refreshing Dilma premium tea; the slightest hint of pepper in a bland dish would have me shell-shocked and at war with the toilet. The soup spoon? Not entirely sure the exact name but let me just say it sat perfectly above the steaming bowl of Dandan noodles, the aroma wafting up teasing my senses. As I dipped the spoon into the bowl, the soup swirled around it, the steam rising in a gentle wisp, my mouth was watering in anticipation. I closed my eyes and inhaled deeply, savouring the rich and complex flavours that danced on the floor of my tongue. It was a delicious blend of noodles balanced with a beautiful sauce. I let out a contented sigh as I savoured the taste, my taste buds tingling with pleasure. The second spoonful was even better than the first, the flavours intensifying with each bite. Throughout the soup, I could taste an abundance of sweetness, spice, and herbs that gave it a deep flavour. Due to my intense concentration in devouring this generous portion of quite possibly the best meal I have ever encountered, my entire mouth was numb and I was only half way done. As I finished the last spoonful, I felt a sense of satisfaction wash over me. It was comforting and nourishing, and left me feeling warm and content. And I knew that no matter how many bowls of soup I would eat in the future, that one spoonful would always be the most delicious one in my memory. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience I will never forget 10/10

  • 3/5 yong y. 10 months ago on Google
    The foods were not really tasty, especially the porridge. Very less mince with thick skin for the pan-fried bun and the mince was really salty. The noodle soup was so so as well.

  • 4/5 C W. 9 months ago on Google
    Nice & easy menu, went for the beef & rice. Was ok. Served quickly !


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Small plates
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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