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    Little Fatty

    4.0 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Dumplings
    Olivia P.

    Omg I loved this place!! The food was so good and the waitress was amazing with all my allergies!! This experience with the food and service is what brings me joy. The duck pizza was delicious. Such great pieces of duck and such a fun unique dish. I also really enjoyed the walnut shrimp. The garlic noodles were okay but a little too clumpy and cheesy. I think maybe a different noodle would be better.

    Banana boi - delicious!
    Amy J.

    What a pleasant surprise the moment you walk in! The ambiance was cozy and clean. I love the decor and set up and color choices of everything there. We had Stacy as our server and she was amazing. 5/5 for all the drinks we tried. They rotate their menu every now and then so it just sounds like I'll have to come back this way at some point when they do that again! Every flavor was well thought out and very well balanced. Food was a 3.5-4/5. This portion of my review is coming from a place deep in my heart where I grew up eating down to the bones authentic Chinese food. This wasn't it. The scallion pancakes were delicious! - but Southern China actually doesn't really do that much . The chili wontons were good. But they are different than the ones you'll order at most other Asian places. They use the full soup type of wonton to put in the chili oil/sauce. The squid ink xiao long bao was either not fresh or overcooked. The texture of the wrap was soggy. First bite of my shaking beef was amazing! And then the table next to us asked them for a knife because the meat was tough. I disagreed in my mind until I took my second bite of meat. - and it took me about 5 solid minutes of chewing before I could actually eat it. Also over salted. I think the hainanese chicken was what I am so sad over. Whaaaat happeneddddd? The dip was the best part. First, the chicken was warm. Should be cold.. The chicken was tender but it was more soft than silky so it seemed over cooked rather than slow poached. And it almost tasted like they used curry instead of tumeric - To include on the rice. I thought the rice was fine so I took it to go and fed it to my kid but then he asked me to put soy sauce on it . Sesame balls were good. Smaller than what I'm use to seeing but they have a good portion of it. Enough of the food critic snob that I've become. I would come here again. Mainly for their cocktails. They have some really great flavors. But I'll need to adjust my expectations for on the Chinese food.

    Once you learn to look for the hidden flavors and undertones, the tasting experience is elevated.
    Shay J.

    Not even sure why the word "Little" is even in the name--there is nothing "little" about this place. The food is tremendous; the drinks are spectacular; the staff and bartenders are even larger than life. Oh, it's a whole vibe at Little Fatty! We were visiting from the east coast, and decided to frequent my west coat brother's favorite watering hole. Boy, did he make a good suggestion! Matt and Jason are his favorite bartenders--and I understand why. They are attentive and even artistic with their cocktail presentations. Jason schooled us on the varying kinds of tequila, and we learned about the purity of true tequila and how it differs from a mezcal. Then, when we switched to bourbon, whiskey, and scotch. Jason introduced us to Adam. Adam was amazing! He knows his browns! We left with a plethora of knowledge about several elusive brands, and we can't wait to find a bottle or two soon as we get home. We could have sat there all night just discussing the levels and intricacies of liquor. The only thing that paled to the cocktail conversations was the food! Simply put, it was spectacular. We dined and shared orange chicken, fatty noodles, and the most moist and flavorful pork shank we ever had. This is a MUST VISIT kind of establishment. Trust me, it will soon become your new favorite watering hole too!

    Orange Chicken
    Czarina D.

    Pretty good! Some of the dishes were hits, some were okay. Service was great! A little pricey, but also understandable I came with a large group and we ordered a bunch of different dishes. Cucumbers, Scallion Pancake, Beef Rolls, Orange Chicken, Mapo Tofu, Sichuan Eggplant, Wontons, Dan Dan Mian, Beef Chow Fun, Garlic Noodles, and some ice cream for dessert. Standouts: Scallion Pancake (simple, yet delicious), Orange Chicken (done well, crispy, sweet and savory) , Cucumbers (so flavorful, loved these cucumbers), and Sichuan Eggplant (I loved the flavor and I love eggplant, but it was pretty greasy). The dishes that I thought I would enjoy more were the Beef Rolls and the Mapo Tofu. Noodle dishes were solid. Overall, some missed the mark on flavor and I found a lot of the dishes to be pretty oily. The ice cream was mid and pretty skippable. It was also December so I ordered their alcoholic hot chocolate. You could either put Chartreuse or Tequila in the hot chocolate, so I opted for Chartreuse since I did NOT want tequila in my dessert drink. I don't think Chartreuse ended up being a good choice for the hot chocolate as it ended up being too herbal for the drink. I didn't think it was the right flavor combinations. The hot chocolate overall was pretty good, just not the right alcohol.

    Pork shank $42.00
    Anna K. S.

    Didn't realize this was more of a "bar scene" than it was just a good restaurant. At least on a Saturday night. I say this because we were just looking for a good Chinese restaurant to go to. And the fact that they have hainan chicken and mapo tofu on their menu was enough to get me to drive 30 minutes to the westside for a decent meal. Everything we ordered was great, the hainan chicken & rice, garlic noodles and the bbq pork shank. That pork shank was a last-minute eye hungry impulsive choice. So much so that I didn't notice the $42 price tag. Was it worth it? No. But it was delicious and became leftovers for me! I don't understand the excess in pricing of Hainan chicken at $22 when you can have the finest authentic ones for half the price in Alhambra/San Gabriel. But I understand the markups for hipster spots. But is it justifiable? Not so sure. The pork shank is gorgeous and shareable. And it was delicious! The 4 stars is for the excellent service. There was no way we were going to be seated at 7:45pm on a Saturday night without a reservation. But they suggested the bar and we were seated right away. A typical negative for me is parking, and it's street meter parking only, unless you want to pay the much higher parking rates in the post office's public parking lot across the street, which would've been 11 bucks that I'd rather pay to a valet. I grew up in this neighborhood, and it's nice to see places like this here now. it's clearly a popular place because of the long lineup waiting to be seated. If you're looking for a place with a bar, good food and loud ambiance, this is your place. But if you're looking to just have a good meal at a good Chinese restaurant, maybe don't go here to take up bar space for others who just wanna have a drink, a date, or a celebration. It's that type of place, Otherwise, they have a takeout window. Good place for food and drinks with friends, but maybe just order takeout if you just wanna have good Chinese food that's on the pricier side.

    Beef noodle soup
    Jennifer T.

    After a trip to Taiwan, all I craved was Taiwanese food for weeks. Being further from SGV has made options sparse as well. I found Little Fatty and it was helpful in satisfying my Taiwanese food craving for a bit. Items that stood out for me the most were the vegetables, mapo tofu, and the sesame balls. All pretty tasty and good for Taiwanese fusion. Their beef noodle soup and scallion pancakes were fine, but I felt the soup for the BNS was much saltier than it should be, and the scallion pancakes lacked traditional flavors. I also got garlic noodles for fun, and while it was tasty and I probably wouldn't order it again. The service there was fantastic! Everyone was very friendly and the food came out quickly! I think that if you're looking for a yummy bar for drinks as well as more fusion Taiwanese (with more emphasis on the Fusion) this is the place to check out! They do have a full bar there and the place is def a vibe. For me, I'll keep on my search for more traditional Taiwanese flavors!

    Ryna D.

    This was a lovely dinner but having heard so many good things about this place over the years, we had slightly higher expectations.. Over all the food was delicious! Well executed dishes that certainly satisfy. But there wasn't really a dish that we felt way better than other Taiwanese restaurants in the LA area. And for the dining experience you get - service, atmosphere, comfort - it felt just a touch over priced.

    Beef Noodle Soup
    Josh O.

    Service: table service Ambiance: date night, dinner with friends, happy hour Food: upscale taiwanese fusion with solid dishes in mar vista. would rec the duck bao buns and mapo tofu

    Desiree L.

    Little Fatty is a casual, modern fusion powerhouse that invites a diverse range of perspectives, flavors, and ideas into a common space. I enjoyed the contemporary asian flavors of the dishes which really highlights the reality of LA culture. Our party ordered the pad thai, pad see ew, and papaya salad. To my surprise, these dishes tasted unauthentic and bland. However, I enjoyed the tanginess and freshness of the papaya salad. The red bean sesame balls were extremely good, and I would come back for that item alone.

    Carrot cake
    Hanna P.

    i have to say, i usually loooove this place, but wasn't super thrilled about this meal. maybe we ordered the wrong things, but also I was really sad the shaking beef was gone. plssss consider bringing it back! carrot cake was amazing, but cauliflower felt different than before. wontons were okay, was not a fan of the dan dan noodles

    Beronica S.

    We flew into LAX and didn't really feel like messing with the traffic so we decided to go have dinner. My son wanted Chinese so I randomly pick this place based off of the reviews. The restaurant was busy when it came to reservations so the hostess was able to fit us in, but gave us a warning that we would only have about an hour and a half, which was totally fine because we didn't plan to spend all night there. Just wanted to eat and get out. The hostess was really sweet and accommodating, so we were just grateful that we were able to get in and eat. I cannot remember everything we got, but the picture is pretty spot on on most things. The food was so good chefs kiss! Everything that we ordered was fresh and hot. The waitress was very nice and was accommodating when it came to, describing all the sauces and the food, if we lived closer, this restaurant would see me here every weekend! The restaurant itself is a good size. The vibe is a very trendy looks like a great place to maybe be a first date. Unfortunately, we didn't get anything to drink alcohol wise, but all of the drinks look so good. I definitely need to go there again on a girls night or something because this place has been on my mind ever since we were there.

    Pork shank
    Tee T.

    I cannot believe I haven't been here before now! As a local, I tend to get complacent with the usuals around the neighborhood, but last night I decided to pop in here, grab a bite before a concert. I am so glad that I did Food: let's just start with this pork shank, so tender, flavorful, and just plain unbelievably delicious Chicken fried rice, I would eat this as a full meal Green bean, sautéed and mushrooms chopped finally so it seems like you're eating green beans and chicken. Again, so flavorful, fresh and delicious. The ladies behind the bar, making drinks are very pleasant and know exactly what they're doing. Although this place looks incredibly tiny from the outside, we didn't have to wait and it was really nice eating at the bar. Next time a reservation will be made as I would like to sit in a comfy booth and take some time and discover more of the dishes and the different drinks, like one of the 20 or so Japanese whiskeys that they have behind the bar. I can't say enough great things about little fatty. You're missing out if you don't come here. Parking is ample with meters up and down the street on both sides Easy to make reservations or just come on by walk in. Don't be afraid to sit at the bar to eat. Born and raised in this area, it warms my heart when a great, local, restaurant is consistent and can sustain the incredibly expensive cost to own a restaurant in this area. SUPPORT LITTLE FATTYS!

    Garlic noodles..
    Fannie L.

    10/10 highly recommended Came with some friends, did not have a reservation however we were able to get sat. Shared a few entrees and everything was so good. Didn't get pics of everything we ordered smh..

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    Is the squid ink long bao still on the menu?

    Yes! Just had them last night

    What are the hours? Is there a Sunday brunch?

    I'm only thought they served dinner but website says hours are 11am-9pm. These expanded hours might be for takeout food and not seated dining.

    Is there a gated patio for outside seating or is it just tables on the sidewalk?

    Tables on the sidewalk so there's no division between the tables and people walking by.

    Do you have OmniPork available? I heard that this is one of the restaurants that launched it.

    Limited time offering during Summer 2021.

    Any recommendations for things to do in the area after dinner?

    Bowlero is walking distance

    Is their a patio so we can bring our dog?

    No. Really small inside space, as well. The food is good. Leave your pup for an hour, and go eat ☺️

    Is brunch on Saturday AND Sunday or just Sunday?

    Both

    Are reservations needed for early weeknight dinner?

    They take them now!

    Do they have gluten free?

    Yes. About 1/4 the menu is gluten free. No gf noodles sadly.

    Do you guys make reservations? I'm hoping to make a reservation for two on Valentine's Day.

    Go somewhere else for Valentines or any time. The new GM (guy with dirty converse high tops and overgrown mullet) who also plays host, threw us out for opening up a surprise Valentines chocolate covered strawberries at the table. Who does that to a… Read more

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    What went well? EVERYTHING. Food, service, ambiance, all fabulous! Not one bad bite, not one…read moreflaw. Well, I guess the only flaw is that I don't have two stomachs. Oh well, I'll have to come back bc there are still things I want to try. This time, the highlight was the fried chicken wings. Wow, that crisp! Loved the Caesar, the kimchi pancake, the acorn noodles, the short rib, and the hotteok for dessert. What a meal.

    Cute spot, dark ambience. Makes for a decent date spot, I'd think. Food is elevated korean fusion…read morewhich is worth a try, but I wouldn't come back unless there's an occasion. Made a reservation 1 week out, and only 9:45pm was available for a Saturday for a party of 6. Kind of odd that last call for their regular menu is at that time; luckily a few of us got there before that time to put in orders in time. Drinks: - GF & Plum Soda $8.00: refreshing! would get this again - Flower Sour $17.00: my fave; slightly tart and fragrant - Baesuk White Negroni $17.00: barrel fragrant and like an old fashioned - Plum Martini $17.00: medicinal lol Food: - Aguachile $19.00: mid, imo. in kimchi broth so it has that fermented aftertaste. - Beef Short Ribs $49.00: yuuum. oh so tender but only 6 pieces. worth a try - Pork Spare Ribs $36.00: also super tender, 6 ribs. worth a try - Bluefin Tuna Bibimbap $29.00: a decent amt of tuna, i would get this again - Spicy Braised Black Cod $41.00: not very memorable, nor was it spicy. nice and flaky tho - Chilled Acorn Noodle $22.00: salty and lots of seaweed - Fried Chicken Wings $23.00: not oily and good flavor. crispy but wouldn't get again - Hotteok $16.00: came with a sake like ice cream and it was nice! worth a try Street parking is kinda tough on this side of Sawtelle, esp since it's across the popular sun nong dan

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    I come here as often as I can and it's always a wonderful, special experience, even more so when…read moreElyssa (sp?) is the server! The charcuterie boards here are perfection, do not sleep on it and be sure to savor the onion jam. That said, one of my favorite things to get is the roasted root vegetable plate, that combo with the yogurt and honey is some fine dining action, though you should absolutely skip adding the sausage. Getting a flight is usually the way I go, but then I often end up getting a full glass of my favorite from there. Such a gem in DTC and I hope it stays forever!

    This is a great place for after work happy hour in a casual ambiance. I came here for birthday…read moredrinks with my family before we headed to dinner nearby. The location has a spacious area filled with a variety of wine options. I picked a Bourgogne Chardonnay from France ($36). We came on a late Monday afternoon and, lucky for us, they have a bar special on Mondays: No corkage fee! They also have Happy Hour-- Monday to Friday from 3-6pm. The Chardonnay was divine! I would totally return and purchase another bottle. We also ordered a charcuterie board and took advantage of their happy hour special for $20 (pick two-- one cheese and one meat). We opted for the 'Humboldt Fog' Chèvre as our cheese option and the Bresaola for our meat option. Both were delicious, but the chèvre was truly exquisite. We shared one charcuterie board with five people and it was enough; however if you're on the hungry side, I suggest two charcuterie boards for five or six people. In addition to meat and cheese, it comes with crackers, some pickled veggies, onion jam, candied nuts, whole grain Dijon, and apple slices. On the left side of the venue you have your variety of wine options; on the right side, there's the bar and some tables, plus a small area with other snacks for purchase that pair nicely with wine or beer. They even sell the Torres truffle chips! My only complaint is the service, unfortunately. The lady at the cashier was super friendly, however the bar tender was not so welcoming. When he came over to our table to open our wine bottle, he didn't greet us, smile, or say anything. He took our bottle and opened it and then asked who was going to taste. Not sure if he thought we didn't speak English since we were speaking another language when he came to our table, but overall, we all noticed his attitude and thought it was rather unwelcoming. Because of this experience, I rate this place a 4/5, however, everything else was great!

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