SONA

4.1 (117)

$30 and under

Indian

36 E 20th St, New York, NY 10003-1315

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

SONA reimagines the wonders of Indian fare in a space that evokes a bygone era of a boisterous yet elegant India—all within the heart of New York City.

This is timeless India.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, Asian, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Lunch Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Golden Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Delivery Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
https://www.sona-nyc.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
36 E 20th St, New York, NY 10003-1315
Neighborhood
Gramercy Park
Parking details
None

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at SONA.

4.1

(117)

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

117 Reviews

SK
ShriyaK
Cancun2 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 30, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Food was average especially for the pricing. It was closing day and the waitstaff seemed sweet but so unbothered. We had to get someone’s attention to get seated, we were the only ones in the restaurant. And then more than half the menu was unavailable and then food was brought out but we didn’t get utensils to eat with. Just overall a poor experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto1 review
1.0
Dined on June 30, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
It’s actually really good that this is closing. The food and ambience is below average. I mean it’s a disgrace to India, Indian food and culture. I wasn’t expecting it to be this level of bad service and experience. The setup of the place doesn’t do justice to India presence here in New York. There was no need of adding Burrata to Butter chicken. It didn’t change the taste nor it made any sense. Garlic naan was not garlicky at all. Absolutely horrible!!! Waste of money!!! I AM GLAD ITS CLOSING ON 30 June 2024 so it doesn’t misrepresent Indian culture.
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ThomasS Gold
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We will be sad to see it go. Great restaurant. Another one on the best restaurant block in NYC bites the dust.
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JayG Gold
Chicago56 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 20, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We were there early so it was empty and quiet but didn’t seem like it was going to get crowded. Location and decor is below average but the food and service was good. Apparently place is closing at month end.
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ShaanK
Phoenix5 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 6, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
All hipe but no vibe the food presentation was good but the taste was horrible
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, service, and ambiance was really good. Cuisine was true to Indian taste while also adding some non traditional ingredients. Burrata Butter chicken was excellent!
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M212 Gold
New York City13 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Lovely food. We booked outdoor seating only to arrive and find none existed. The service was attentive, but somewhat green. But the food was delicious.
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OpenTable Diner
Berlin26 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service; strange that half of the dining hall was empty.. deserves definitely more credit..left Sona very satisfied..
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food and atmosphere was excellent as always. MEnu is creative and prices are fair.
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JamesC
New York City12 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great bar atmosphere and very good food! Could I have gotten a similar meal for 30% less at a more casual Indian spot? Yes. But I thought the service and atmosphere and drinks were all Excellent. I’d definitely go back
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, Asian, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Lunch Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Golden Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Delivery Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
https://www.sona-nyc.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
36 E 20th St, New York, NY 10003-1315
Neighborhood
Gramercy Park
Parking details
None

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.