Update: Little Sister reached out and made things right, so I want to reflect that here. We planned a family event and had our order cancelled two hours before with no warning, which left us scrambling. It was frustrating, especially as long-time loyal customers. But to their credit, Megan and the team followed up, addressed our concerns sincerely, and handled it with real care. They never asked us to update our review so they genuinely accepted their mistake and now I feel bad lol. That kind of accountability goes a long way. We've always loved the food and service here, and honestly this experience reminded us why we kept coming back in the first place. read more

Nice ambiance, but that's about it. Food was mediocre and bland. Service was worse. As a Latino party of 4, we were treated noticeably differently than the two Caucasian women seated next to us. Our server was friendly, attentive, and checked on them often, while we were ignored, given attitude, and had to flag her down just to order. We ended up getting drinks and appetizers only and left to go somewhere we actually felt welcomed. Didn't catch the server's name she never introduced herself, and I was too upset to check the receipt. The host, however, was much nicer. We even told her wish you were our server on the way out! She said of no was there a problem.... We didn't want to make a big deal and walked away while my father in law did tell her that server had a stick up her you know what... she quickly said yes I know, I'm so Sorry! So we know for a fact it wasn't the first time! Really disappointing experience. Do better, Little Sister. read more

Little Sister - Only pic I took. - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

Little Sister is a bit on the pricier side, but the quality makes it worth it. Everything we tried was packed with flavor and executed really well. The spring rolls were my favorite, super fresh with a great balance of textures and flavor. The broken rice bowl was also a standout with perfectly cooked meat and a really satisfying portion. The ambiance is beautiful and makes the whole experience feel elevated without being too formal. It is a great spot to enjoy a good meal and a glass of wine. Overall a solid choice when you are in the mood to treat yourself. read more

Little Sister - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

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I visited Little Sister with family on a Saturday night for dinner. I'll start with the positives. The atmosphere of the restaurant is quite nice. I liked all the decorations and the music too. Even though it is pretty lively, there are very good acoustics so you can actually have a conversation without having to raise your voice. The parking, (since there are lots of other shops around,) was free and very easy. I ordered the broken bowl, which was tasty and a pretty good portion size. To me, the biggest issue was the service. We were a party of 5 and definitely slow to order, which was on us. However, we ended up being at the restaurant for over two and a half hours because it took so long for our food to come out. For example, we ordered the crispy fried prawns as an appetizer and were told it would take ~25 minutes. The prawns finally made an appearance at the end of the meal, over an hour after we had ordered them. The restaurant didn't charge us because it took so long, which was appreciated, but I would've simply preferred if the appetizer arrived at the beginning of the meal and not at the end. I will note that the waiters were very friendly and helpful. But it was a clearly a busy night and it seemed like our order just got lost in the whirlwind. My guess is that other tables ordered the same popular dishes as us and that our orders ended up going to them. I noticed a couple of other tables that were seated after us who got their food, ate, paid, and left all before our entrees arrived. Overall, this place is just OK. This is a hard one for me to recommend to others because I liked the crispy prawns and the broken bowl. The food was good and the restaurant was cute. Still, it was pricey and I didn't feel like the service we received justified that. So, maybe skip this place or visit on a less busy weeknight. read more

Little Sister - Broken Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

It seems like this is a beloved chain so I feel like a bit of an imposter writing a 3-star review, but our food portions were just SO TINY :'(. The dish directly in front of me is my salmon ENTREE ($28). It was a very small piece of salmon & at one point I was just eating cilantro with sauce. My hubby got 3 TINY pieces of seabass ($34). Flavor-wise everything was great. The salmon crudo wasn't bad & my hubby really enjoyed the milk bread. Service was fine & front of house was super friendly & accommodating. I just think spending $100+, one would expect a normal portion of food. p.s. The inside of the restaurant is really beautiful. read more

Little Sister - clockwise from top: pan-seared salmon entree, garnishes for seabass entree, pan-seared seabass entree - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

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Experience was exceptional. Service was cordial and responsive even despite the hectic-ness of Valentine's Day. The Xoi sticky rice was excellent. I love it. Restaurant was clean and felt inviting. This Little Sister location has always been great and continues to impress me. read more

I was introduced to this restaurant after receiving a gift card and wanted to try it out. The service was decent, and the food was alright, but it felt like everything was rushed, as my appetizer came out with my main course, and I always like the staggering of dishes to ensure that the food isn't cold when you finally eat it. I'm glad I had a chance to try this restaurant, but I probably wouldn't return. read more

Little Sister - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

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My sisters introduced me to this place! The food here is delicious and the service was amazing! We sat outside for the vibes and the heaters were HEATINGGG. We love that. As you can tell from the photos, we ordered about 12 things LOL. I can't pick a favorite, because everything was delicious. If there was one thing we had leftover, it was the chow mein, but everything else was TASTY. My point...you can order anything here and I guarantee you'll enjoy it. Bon appetit! read more

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The Baseline: For a Vietnamese cafe the Pho must be quality, the accompaniment add-in ingredients must be fresh, the meats must be well prepared, and menu must have authentic Vietnamese flavors Food: The food is high quality family style servings Vietnamese food that is great for small groups. For starters we had the Crispy Pork & Shrimp Spring Rolls and the sweet and spicy chicken wings which was a really great start of the meal. These are great starters that will not over fill you up if you are sharing. For entrees we had the Broken Bowl (which saves you on needing to order a side of rice and the chicken needs a little more lemon grass flavor), the Suon nuong grilled pork chop (a must have because the meat was really good and well flavored with Vietnamese spices), and the Bo Kho braised beef (more of a soup and a heavy star anises after taste which I have a personal dislike for). The drinks were really good and I liked the Hanoi Heatwave which was good on the spice level. Service: Good service with a staff that collaborates their duties together. They asked about allergies which was very nice due to a shell-fish allergy person at our table. Ambiance: The look and feel of the restaurant was awesome. The bathroom was clean. They have patio seating and an open window wall to let in the cool coastal air. A great location for a meal. read more

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f you're looking for a fantastic night out or a solid first-date spot, this place is a winner. The vibe is relaxed, hip, and fun -- and the food is genuinely excellent. I always get the lemongrass beef and I'm obsessed. The smoke from the grill with the acid of the fish sauce, lime, chilies, and fried shallots is unreal. Every dish I've tried has been mouthwatering. Service is great, too. Prices are on the higher side but nothing that will knock the wind out of you. Totally worth it. read more

Little Sister - Saigon beef - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

This restaurant was truly impressive - one of the leading Vietnamese dining places in my list. The cozy set-up and the plants around it provided a tranquil, relaxing and refreshing ambiance, perfect for hanging out. My friend and I only ordered two savory items and two desserts as we were not so hungry and only really needed a place to hang out at The Point--but every item we tasted was smack-dab delectable. The Crispy Shrimp and Pork Eggroll, Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings, Warm Pecan Tart and Chocolate Cake each has a special authentic taste that would leave you craving for more. The presentation is 5-star and truly worth its price point. Service was so so..the ladies could smile more, but we were still impressed and can't wait to come back. read more

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I had a great dinner experience a couple of months ago when I went to Little sister. I have been a fan of Little Sister for years since it opened in Manhattan Beach, I've been to the DTLA location too. I'm so happy that this location is closer to my house. I had the most wonderful server! As a starter, I ordered the papaya salad and the chicken and shiitake dumplings. Heads up, they were able to accommodate my dietary restrictions. After almost filling up with the salad and dumplings, I ordered the sea bass to keep it light. It was delicious. To complete the experience, and after going in a food bonanza. I needed dessert therefore I decided to order the chocolate mouse! It was exquisite. Ambience was great, very vibrant. read more

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Always a hit. More of a "trendy" Vietnamese restaurant so don't expect super authentic, hole in the wall, mom and pop vibes. Although the food still always tastes amazing. They've got a few locations but this one is one of the easier ones to park at/get to as it's at the point read more

Little Sister - fresh spring roll saigon bowl Green Papaya Salad - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

Little Sister has long been one of my favorite places to savor a satisfying meal. I've come here for special occasions a few times and now I have been here twice for dineLA. Their dineLA offering is on the high end but definitely well worth the value. This summer's Little Sister dineLA consisted of a four course meal. The first course consisted of their Papaya Salad and their Goi Cuon. The Papaya Salad is always a refreshing and good starter. This light salad has green papaya, fresh herbs, beef jerky, candied shrimp, chilis, roasted peanuts all tossed in a chili lime vinaigrette. The Goi Cuon is a fresh spring roll with shrimp, pork, viet herbs accompanied with a coconut peanut sauce. The spring roll is tasty and delightful. The second course for dineLA is their Housemade Dumplings. I had high expectations for these chicken and shiitake dumplings but I did find them a bit on the salty side. The chili vinegar dipping sauce did help offset the saltiness somewhat. For the third course, I chose to get The Shorty. This is a char siu short rib that was placed on top of scallion fondue with mushrooms, pickled leaks and lotus root. I loved how tender the short rib was. The flavors were on point for this dish. My friend got their Coco Pork entree. I tried a little bit of this and it enough reminded me of Filipino adobo. There was a good hint of soy and it interestingly came with quail egg. It was an ok dish but not one I would get next time. Last but not least, we had Cafe sua da pot au crème for dessert. This dessert had a really good hint of coffee. It had that caffeine kick for sure! The summer dineLA menu was a good way to try more dishes at one of my favorite spots! I would definitely come back here again for another dineLA offering in the future. read more

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DineLA brought me here on a Monday night. Even made a reservation. Here's how it went ... If you've been to The Point - then you know how parking is. It's free, all around the center, but if/when it's busy, you'll have to walk unless you want to do laps waiting for a spot to open up. Me, I parked away from the building and walked. The restaurant has like an open concept. You can even sit outdoors. I chose indoors. When the marine layer rolls in, it can get chilly. Or if the kids are playing out on the lawn ... you can figure out what I'm not saying. There's also a bar with bar height tables where you can enjoy the happy hour. I did. That on top of the DineLA menu. Service was excellent. Yesenia was on it. Behind the bar and tending to tables in the bar area, and outside. Refills, clearing plates and even bringing condiments too. Then there's the food. There was dishes I enjoyed and some I felt were ok. When say ok, I don't mean bad or that I didn't like it - it just didn't wow my palate. Know that if I don't like something, I won't finish it, nor take it to go. And though there were a few dishes that didn't hit the spot, I still cleared every dish. As for the dishes I'm referring to - it just felt like the "fusion" concept didn't align with my taste buds. The dishes had flavor with the ingredients and spices - it just felt like too much. Everyone has different tastes so you'll have to just try to see what you like or don't. Drinks were great. I did order the XO and the drink was balanced and I would have ordered a second, but I was being a responsible adult driver. Now, the question - would I come back. Yes, but I'd look for the more traditional dishes and or ask about the sauces and spices - and ask if accommodations can be made. Over all - had a good experience. read more

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Nice place to sit outside or in the open area inside, felt very rich and comfy. Service was not so great, the servers weee very friendly but only three of them. Perhaps it was the day and time (Good Friday at noon). Menu hard good choices, the Pho well prepared with better than average portions ($28) and the salad was interesting and a big soggy once I added the dressing they provided. Drinks marginal. Not on my come back list. read more

Little Sister - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

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went here for lunch after top golf because a friend was in town! as a vegan, i found the vegan options disappointing. we ordered the spring rolls and made it vegan, only to find out that they just took out the meat (instead of subbing with tofu). so essentially we just ate veggies wrapped in rice paper with peanut sauce. i ordered the strawberry lychee drink, and it was very strawberry forward. my tofu bowl with black rice that i ordered was actually very delicious (they seemed to have some special sauce in the black rice that was really tasty). there was a side papaya salad which was made vegan, but based on what my friends deduced, it was like the regular papaya salad but fish sauce omitted. also, it wasn't the tastiest. i think in the future, esp considering the price, i will just be ordering the tofu bowl entree. besides that, my friends got the papaya salad, bánh xèo, and pork chops. overall, the presentation of the dishes was very nice - lots of vibrant colors - and the interior design was very alluring - fancy seating, overall luxurious warm vibe going on, very LA. service was nice and friendly. personally, this was a nice place to go once, but i would prefer going to another hometown vietnamese place for more tasty food read more

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Came here for a belated birthday celebration. We had eaten once at the downtown location and loved it, but it was so hard to get to and then there was no outdoor seating. This location is fantastic! They have a lovely outdoor patio and the indoors is largely well ventilated as well with a huge open window. The outdoor mall is a lovely peaceful setting. Service was friendly and attentive. The food was as fantastic as we remembered. Our server recommended that we order 3 dishes to share for 2 people. It ended up being too much for us, but everything was delicious. We got the nem nuong (grilled pork spring roll), which was reminiscent of the famous version from Brodard. This version was a little elevated, and I loved the dipping sauce, which had a bit of a kick to it. Next was the Saigon salad, which was also delicious. The chicken was perfectly cooked and made the dish more special than other versions that we've had from other restaurants. But my favorite was the banh xeo, which was the real reason I wanted to come. Not many Vietnamese restaurants on the Westside offer this dish, and it's one of my favorites. Love the contrast of the egg with the shrimp, the crunchy bean sprouts, and all the goodies that come on the side. It's so good. The mocktails were not my fave. The strawberry lychee cooler had great flavor but was too sweet for my taste (my daughter probably would have loved it). The ginger lemongrass drink was a bit too sour for me. I felt like both drinks would have been better if they were carbonated (but I love fizzy drinks). Would probably skip next time and save my calories for the food. read more

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Waited for an hour for the food to be served. When pho was served the soup wasn't even warm enough so that the raw meat can be cooked in the soup. Still waiting for my bahn mi after an hour. This is not acceptable. read more

Little Sister - Pho Bo - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

I have always enjoyed dining at Little Sisters. In fact, we were looking forward to our holiday and birthday celebration. We were the first ones to arrive for lunch and our journey started off with attentive service. Anthony was great. He seemed overwhelmed though with many tables to attend. And then the service slowly started to go downhill. Our water refills arrived 20 mins late. We asked for boxes to go a few times until they arrived and the table was a mess. We still had a nice celebration! read more

Little Sister - The food was just ok for the price. - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

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Great service from Nicci and let's just talk about the bread. Wow served with a butter honey dip. I'm done there. But, oh no... here comes the beef with veggies and rice, shrimp app and a bahn mi sandwich. All epic. At the Point so free parking and an open space. Wine list maybe not a 5 but good. But the best thing is it's different and delicious. Pricy? Yes. But give it a try. read more

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Pretty trendy place at The Point in El Segundo. Outstanding ambiance. Pretty friendly and attentive service. The appetizers were really good especially the triple garlic noodles. The main courses to me were just ok. My party was generous and shared across the table. The seasoning was a bit overdone but still flavorful. However, my short rib was tough. Which is a bit disappointing because of the high price point. Still, I would visit again. Their happy hour menu looks good. Maybe next time. read more

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Went in for a late lunch, was sat immediately! Our server Igor was super sweet! Pho bo was very flavorful, noodles were on the softer side if you prefer that. Garlic noodles were delicious. Imperial Rolls were good! My only complaint is the prices, $30 for pho and $22 for 3 egg rolls might be a bit much, but it was still a great experience overall read more

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Stopped by here on a Thursday night. When I arrived it was pretty empty but it quickly got busy. We sat at the bar and tried a couple drinks and appetizers. Their happy hour is really good, there are a number of delicious options. My favorite was the crispy pork. The egg rolls were crunchy and packed. I also enjoyed the wings and grilled baby octopus (though not pictured here). The bartender was super cool and very attentive. The ambiance of the place was very chill and its a great spot to have a cocktail after work and enjoy some happy hour bites. read more

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The food was amazing. Huge portions and very good. Service was very disappointing. I booked it on open table and indicated that it was for a birthday. When I arrived, I told the two men at check-in that we were celebrating a milestone birthday. After dinner, we never saw our waitress again. We were never offered dessert and nothing happened for my friend's birthday. We had to flag down a bus-boy to get the check. Sorry disappointing. It was on a Wed night and not crowed. read more

Food was solid, atmosphere was good, it was really just the slow service for me. We were waiting at our table for a long time each time the waiters came back. It was slow at lunch but still, it still took forever for us to get the bill. I ended up getting up and paying at the bar. With that I'd give them another shot because the food was good and I would recommend for a work event read more

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Popped in for lunch. As usual the place looks great with indoor and outdoor tables and a full bar. Selected the Chicken Bahn Mi sandwich. Nicely plated with a side salad. Nice bread, fresh veggies. No traditional pate. Sandwich dry as heck. Requested some mayo. Service good. Super disappointed. read more

Wonderful date spot and very cozy atmosphere. My wife and I enjoyed many plates and I definitely can say we had a burst of flavors. Very Modern cuisine but still very authentic. Highly recommend when you are in the mood for good eats and many flavors. Service was extremely professional and very welcoming staff. read more

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I ordered the tofu bowl which I had in the other location and it was so good but this time it was really salty. I also ended up getting the milk bread because at the other location they ran out so I wanted to try it really bad. I don't think it was worth it to be honest. The surface was impeccable, and the server was really kind. I love the decor and the vibes of the place. It was really pretty. I'm not sure why the tofu bowl which was the same thing I got at the other location was much saltier. At the other location, the rice was crispier and this was not. I got the general vibe though, and it could be a chef thing. read more

insanely delicious - the flavors brought me back to my travels in vietnam & i couldn't be more nostalgic. portions are large and i wish i wasn't dining solo so i could have tried more items! a few gluten free options but the curry was AMAZING. vietnamese coffee was also so yummy! read more

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Delicious Vietnamese food with a great mood for a date! The shaky shaky beef was a bit tough in some bites and a little bit too salty for me but the salad was refreshing and rice was good. I always have to get an order of fries because the lime leaf aioli is delicious. Our server was so kind and gave us great advice. Love coming here! read more

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Little sister is a cute little restaurant located in El Segundo. Vietnamese fair with with a classy delivery. I had the Vietnamese crepe and loved it. Servers and super friendly and helpful. read more

Little Sister - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

This was my first time visiting this Little Sister location. I previously dined at the Redondo Beach location a while ago and the food was great! I came here for happy hour with some girlfriends. There is a happy hour menu with drinks and food but you have to sit outside or at the bar in order to get the happy hour food. You are able to order and pay for the drinks and take it to your table. My friends were already seated and our server was friendly, sweet, and very considerate. She was truly a joy. I ordered The Kennedy as a cocktail which was beautifully made and and very refreshing. We purchased our drinks and went to our table inside. For my meal, I ordered Bò kho. I've never had this before but it was a windy day so a stew sounded great. The dish came out looking amazing. I was so excited to eat it. However, it was the saltiest stew I have ever tasted. I really wanted to enjoy it but it was just so over-salted. Presentation of the dish, my drink, and the service gets five stars but I will be staying away from the stew next time. read more

Little Sister - Bo Kho Braised Short Rib Stew - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

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Delicious Vietnamese food with good portions in an elegant environment. Flavors are authentic and service is friendly. The food can take a bit of time to come out, but that means it's made to order, right? read more

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We went shopping and ate outside at Little Sister for lunch on a Saturday. The service was pretty good; I'd rather be left alone than have someone constantly checking in. The food was outstanding. We had the banh mi beef brisket sandwich which was awesome and the Saigon salad that looked amazing and was licked clean. Sitting outside in the sun was a treat. I've been here before and love it. Recommend highly. read more

Little Sister is upscale Vietnamese cuisine. I've been to this location several times and have always been the blown away with their fresh and bright flavors. There's outdoor seating for the beautiful LA weather and plenty of parking at The Point. For the food: The dishes are served family-style, so order a bunch to share with the table. Most of the dishes have herbs, greens and some carbs. Here are my favorites: - Sugarcane Lemongrass Pork Skewers - Shaky Shaky Beef - Banh Xeo - Any Rice Paper Roll - Lychee Delight read more

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Friendly Service, nice ambiance, DELICIOUS food. It is a bit pricy but it is on the upscale side for an asian restaurant in Manhattan Beach. Definitely looking forward to being back! read more

The shaky shaky beef was disgusting. The best part was the tomato fried rice. The meat is chewy and they're in chunks. It would better in strips. The sauce is also too salty. I couldn't even eat it. Salty and flavor wasn't good. Shaky shaky beef: 2/0 The spring rolls were good though. Nothing crazy special and there were only three. Salmon crudo was also disappointing. Expensive and teeny tiny. The salmon was fine. It honestly felt lazy given the slices of salmon. Overall the place is a bit expensive. I'd go to a more authentic place where the food is less expensive and better. read more

Little Sister - Shaky Shaky Beef - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

Such a cute place with good food! We ordered a feast! Papaya salad, spring rolls, banh mi, and xoi man. Portion sizes were healthy and the food presentation is spectacular. The server made a few mistakes bringing out things we didn't order but was very accommodating and fixed all the issues. Its conveniently located right next to the parking with lots available. Will definitely be back! read more

Little Sister - Vietnamese Near Me - El Segundo, California

Food was great- spring rolls with shrimp and pork, garlic noodles, chicken wings - delicious. The dumplings were just okay, they were not hot. Service - good - server replenished water glasses several times during the meal. Ambience- good- although the tables are too close together. Very crowded during lunch hour and it was raining! read more

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