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Little Fish
8.4
Anna Sonenshein and Niki Vahle's former pop-up earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for their beer-battered striped bass sandwich and Nordic-influenced seafood breakfast dishes served from a walkup window adjacent to DADA Market. The breakfast menu featuring fish congee and smoked whitefish tartines runs until 11am Wednesday through Sunday.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fried Fish Sandwich, Fish and Mushroom Congee, Smoked Whitefish Tartine
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 7.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Michelin Bib Gourmand for inventive seafood breakfast and legendary fried fish sandwich
Who should go: Brunch enthusiasts and fried fish sandwich devotees
When to visit: Breakfast until 11am Wednesday-Sunday for congee
What to order: Fried fish sandwich, fish congee, smoked whitefish tartine, cottage cheese pancakes
Insider tip: Sidewalk seating fills quickly; breakfast menu only until 11am
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Sunset Boulevard and residential streets; early morning is easiest, fills up by 10am on weekends
Dress code: Ultra casual - athleisure, jeans, t-shirts all standard for walk-up window dining
Noise level: Outdoor seating with street noise - conversation-friendly but not quiet
Weekend wait: No traditional wait - order at window, 10-15 min food prep time, weekend lunch rush 11am-1pm
Weekday lunch: Minimal wait - order and receive within 15 minutes typically
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited - primarily seafood-focused menu, cottage cheese pancakes available
Vegan options: Very limited - not the right choice for strict vegans given seafood specialization
Gluten-free options: Possible modifications - ask about GF bread for tartines, congee is naturally GF
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Great for casual daytime first dates - low-pressure walk-up format, excellent for brunch dates who want quality food without formal commitment. Not ideal for evening romance since it's counter service with sidewalk seating.
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations needed - it's walk-up counter service only. Arrive early on weekends (before 9:30am) to snag sidewalk seating, or plan for takeout if seating is full.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids (8+) who appreciate quality seafood - casual outdoor setting works well. Not ideal for toddlers given limited seating and lack of traditional kid menu, though pancakes are available.
How long does a meal here take? Quick service model - 30-45 minutes total including ordering and eating. Perfect for efficient brunches or grabbing lunch before afternoon plans.
Is this worth the hype for the fish sandwich? Absolutely - Michelin recognition is justified. The beer-battered striped bass sandwich has cult following for good reason, but arrive before 11am if you want to try the breakfast-only items like congee.
Best For
Better for: Inventive seafood breakfast (congee, whitefish tartines) that you can't find elsewhere in LA; Michelin-quality food in ultra-casual walk-up format; solo dining at counter with excellent food
Skip if: You want traditional sit-down service with waitstaff; you need evening dinner options (breakfast/lunch only); you're looking for romantic ambiance or quiet conversation; your group has multiple non-seafood eaters
Hours
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday8am - 4pm
Thursday8am - 4pm
Friday8am - 4pm
Saturday8am - 4pm
Sunday8am - 4pm