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Fatty Mart
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Fatty Mart
7.8
A compact Mar Vista market-café from the Little Fatty team that leans into grab-and-go dim-sum adjacent comforts like baos and dumpling snacks. It’s not a traditional yum cha hall, but the steamed bun program and casual counter format make it a smart local stop. Best for quick hits rather than long feasts.
Must-Try Dishes:
3 Cup Chicken Bao, Pork Belly Bao, Garlic Noodles
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: A market-style bao counter bringing dim-sum bites to daily errands.
Who should go: Locals wanting fast buns and dumplings.
When to visit: Late morning or mid-afternoon to dodge rushes.
What to order: 3 cup chicken bao, pork belly bao, garlic noodles.
Insider tip: Check the prepared-food case for rotating bun specials.
Fatty Mart
7.7
A modern corner market with a prepared-foods counter and a small outdoor perch for quick bites. The rotating menu pulls from Korean, Mexican, and deli influences, making it a fun, low-key patio stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Korean short rib bowl, Birria breakfast burrito, Lemongrass chicken bánh mì
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: A grab-and-go market that still gives you patio time.
Who should go: People wanting fast, varied bites outdoors.
When to visit: Late morning or mid-afternoon lull.
What to order: Short rib bowl, birria burrito, bánh mì.
Insider tip: Browse the pantry shelves while waiting for food.