Little Sister - Downtown

4.6

1731 Reviews

$30 and under

Southeast Asian

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2 people

Jan 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Good for business meals
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Little Sister DTLA features East-meets-West inspired dishes served in a
relaxed social environment that feels more residential than
restaurant, as if you"re being invited into the Chef Tin's home.
Little Sister's menu showcases Chef Tin's take on one of the more
interesting and rich collisions of food and culture that was borne out
of the European colonization of Southeast Asia. Dishes blend and
balance the spices and flavors of Southeast Asia with French
techniques and Dutch and British colonial influences. The menu is
continually and progressively evolving, reflecting inspiration and the
seasons. Scott Young along with Chef Tin curates the restaurant's wine and beverage program
with a focus on intriguing labels, both domestically and from around
the world. Craft beer selection includes special batches from The
Brewery at Abigaile, brewed only for the restaurant.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southeast Asian, Asian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(213) 265-7233
Website
http://www.littlesisterla.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Tin Vuong

Location
523 West 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
7th and Grand
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
7th Street/Metro Center7th Street/Olive Bus Stop
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,731 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Little Sister - Downtown captivates diners with its "phenomenal" service and "lovingly constructed" dishes. Known for its "unique" and "superb" Vietnamese cuisine, the restaurant offers a "casual atmosphere" with "great ambience." Though occasionally crowded, it remains a "hidden gem" with "excellent cuisine" and "friendly" service.

1,731 Reviews

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Cynthia
VIP
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Amazing little gem full of flavorful dishes! I was happily surprised with the presentation of the food and the delicious taste. Yum!!
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Sanjay
VIP
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The fresh herbs and ingredients, really creative menu. Loved it!
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Red
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's a nice place if you want to experience something different from the usual. Very good Vietnamese food in an elevated venue.
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roni
VIP
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best lemongrass beef in LA!! loved it and will be back every time we go to THE BROAD!
Little Sister - DowntownResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for such a great review! We hope to see you again soon!
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Alice
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Little sister restaurant was amazing! The environment is nice and peaceful. The waitress was very nice, patient and informative. The food is to die for! I highly recommend this restaurant.
Little Sister - DowntownResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for such a great review! We hope to see you again soon!
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Cindy
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service!
Little Sister - DowntownResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for such a great review! We hope to see you again soon!
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Carl
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great place and service with wonderful food. Our waiter was amazing and I made the food and experience even better.
Little Sister - DowntownResponded on December 24, 2024
Thank you so much for such a great review! We hope to see you again soon!
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Lynn
Los Angeles
82 reviews
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience dining as we do many days a week. Working dowmtown we have been coming here regularly for many many years and we love everything on the menu . Since we are regulars we are familiar with the menu and the staff. One person who stands out as a stellar representative of the ambiance of this place is Gonzalo. He works really hard to make sure each customer is treated like royalty- all equally. Every customer seems important to him. We feel at home when we walk in and see his smile as he nods his welcome to us. We hope that he is recognized for hos exemplary service and loyalty to Little Sister
Little Sister - DowntownResponded on December 24, 2024
Thank you so much for such a great review! We hope to see you again soon!
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Valentine
Los Angeles
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
While I loved the food and the atmosphere, they cleared the table quickly and we were asked to vacate the table after a little over 60 minutes - no dessert menu or coffee. I understood as the restaurant was very busy but I guess lunch might not be the best option if you want a leisurely experience?
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Lori
VIP
Los Angeles
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was consistently delicious and service was very good. Love Little Sister!
Little Sister - DowntownResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for such a great review! We hope to see you again soon!
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Little Sister - Downtown is rated 4.6 stars by 1731 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

523 West 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014

Additional information

Cross street
7th and Grand
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southeast Asian, Asian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
7th Street/Metro Center7th Street/Olive Bus Stop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tin Vuong
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.littlesisterla.com/
Phone number
(213) 265-7233

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