An experience to remember. Did not expect to end up in a such a wonderful hidden gem INSIDE of another restaurant. The food was delicious and the price was very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andy Lin
The food was pretty good, we made reservations way in advance, and I would highly recommend it. Not sure what the parking situation is since we were staying closeby and just walked to the shopping plaza. LSXO (Little Sister Extraordinary) is tucked away inside Bluegold, so head on to the second floor, and check in with the host in Bluegold. They check your reservation and bring you in to the back behind some wooden doors.We were celebrating an anniversary and they offered a complimentary champagne or dessert. The service was excellent. If I were coming back, I would probably choose a lunch time since at night time, you can't see anything out the window, or the menu to be honest. The text were tiny and the room was dark, and I'm getting old :)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Corina Lange
It was truly a great experience dining at LSXO! We started off with cocktails, and at first I didn’t think the butterfly effect had much alcohol because it tasted sweet almost like juice, but soon after finishing it, I started feeling a buzz, so it was definitely effective. Fortunately, the food began arriving then.The tables are small, and the dishes took varying times to prepare, so they staggered them and brought out one dish at a time, but their pacing was on point. Almost immediately after finishing a dish, the servers would come by to clear the table and soon after bring out the next dish. When our plates became dirty after a course, they’d switch them out for us. Service was attentive and exceptional.Out of the 3 dishes we ordered, I liked the crispy prawns the best, but the shaken beef, which was extra tender, and the hu tieu northern style Vietnamese soup followed very closely. It was nice seeing the modernization of authentic Vietnamese dishes that didn’t incorporate elements of fusion from other cuisines. The only thing that wasn’t authentic were the desserts. We glanced at the dessert menu, but all the options were standard American fare, so we passed on that. Drinks and dinner were good enough on their own.I highly recommend reserving a table here for your next date or small group dinner!Parking: Parking is free with validation from restaurant.
The reservation process clearly stated that we needed to be there on time and there was a 15 minute grace period before the reservation was void. We arrived 5 minutes early and were not seated for 25 minutes having to wait in the lobby. The website clearly states the time limit on the tables yet the management did not require the previous gusts at our table to leave. It was not a great way to start the evening.
SheilaH
Tried it for the first time for lunch. The cocktails were just OK but the food was exceptional. Started with the Pork Spring Rolls and they were excellent. Then had the Banh Tam Bi (noodles with shredded pork, pickled veggies, cucumber & coconut milk) which was spicey but oh so good! Maybe our favorite. The waiter recommended the Shaky Shaky Beef and he was not wrong. We ended with the brisket Bahn Mi which was tender and delicious. Four courses were too much for the 3 of us, but we wanted to try a few dishes because it was our first time. We will definitely be back.
bakobundu
A stand out dinner that went perfectly. Service was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. Food was absolutely delicious. Ambiance was cozy, intimate, romantic. Love the hip hop music choice too. Cannot wait to come back again!
LynB
Everything from the service to the food was outstanding. The noise level in the beginning of the evening was a little loud, but everything was ended up working out. We were very impressed by the service and could not stop talking about the food. The different flavors melding together gave us a culinary experience on another level. We will definitely be back.
LSXO has become our favorite restaurant since the day it opened. The food is way beyond fabulous. The flavors so real to dishes presented. Presentation beautiful. Atmosphere is warming authentic and inviting. As for the staff and service they far outdo any other restaurant we've been to in Orange County We are fortunate that we live within walking distance Back in a week ?????❤️
Richard Walker
Excellent food, really lovely service, a great atmosphere (we went when it was raining heavily late on a Sunday). Our Uber was late due to rain and they pushed it back twice for us without any issue. It was quiet, quick service, awesome drinks, and the recommendations were consistently excellent. The only thing I would mention that’s totally inconsequential is that they have a TV over the bar that really detracts from the overall atmosphere and vibe, besides that it was excellent across the board.
So this is not my first Rodeo at LSXO. The first time I came was in 2022. Me and my girlfriend were dining at Blue Gold for her birthday. She had told me about LSXO during the course of our dining and said that it could take a month to get a reservation because of the speakeasy style atmosphere and how niche it was. Well right when she said that I looked up reservations on opentable and they had just had a cancellation. I immediately booked and told her we have a reservation at LSXO. She was shocked surprised and happy because she had always wanted to go there and also because the restaurant pays homage to Vietnamese cuisine which is also apart of her heritage. Safe to say an amazing night turned to even a better night. I say all this to say a friend of mine was visiting town and we took him there yesterday I wasn't sure if he'd like it but to the contrary he raved about every dish we had. At LSXO, a lot of the dishes are shareable so if you order more dishes you're able to get a variety. The few times that I have been LSXO has never disappointed. The ambiance is great so I definitely recommend for date night and also if you're a fan of late 90s early 2000s hip hop that's what they play the classics. Last but not least the service has always been great. Thanks to Andrea and Paris for helping us yesterday. All in all LSXO is a complete vibe for those who enjoy Vietnamese cuisine, great drinks, and if you appreciate an ode to the classic 90s and 2000s hip hop. This place will not disappoint!
Our dining experience was amazing as always. We took our dearest friends for his birthday celebration and your amazing team especially Andrea , Jasmine and Annalise helped make it a great one! We love LSXO - the chefs, staff , food , music, ambience...and we always look forward to sharing this special place with our closest friends. ♥️♥️
1. Amazing food 2. Great decor, with great ambience, with great 90's hip hop music, and an awesome view of the ocean. 3. Great service and food came out spread out so could enjoy each dish and your time and never felt rushed but you are limited to 2 hrs. 4. Underground Parking comped for 2 hrs and then 8$/hr after that. 5. Check came out to 164 and tipped 32 for 2 people. That is for 3 cocktails, an appetizer spring rolls (4 pieces and could be a meal for a person), Asian chicken salad (delicious), sea bass entree (delicious), black rice with seafood paella (delicious), and Hong Kong tea latte.
Amazing dining experience! Couldn’t recommend more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Papaya Salad, Dumplings, Banh MI
The flavor of my maji was delicious but I didn’t like that the tomato sauce was tomato paste it wasn’t made in the kitchenParking: $3 per hour
What a great dining experience. Went there for a late Sunday night dinner. The food, cocktails and our server were all fantastic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shaky Shaky Beef, Dumplings, Crispy Prawns
An experience to remember. Did not expect to end up in a such a wonderful hidden gem INSIDE of another restaurant. The food was delicious and the price was very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was pretty good, we made reservations way in advance, and I would highly recommend it. Not sure what the parking situation is since we were staying closeby and just walked to the shopping plaza. LSXO (Little Sister Extraordinary) is tucked away inside Bluegold, so head on to the second floor, and check in with the host in Bluegold. They check your reservation and bring you in to the back behind some wooden doors.We were celebrating an anniversary and they offered a complimentary champagne or dessert. The service was excellent. If I were coming back, I would probably choose a lunch time since at night time, you can't see anything out the window, or the menu to be honest. The text were tiny and the room was dark, and I'm getting old :)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
It was truly a great experience dining at LSXO! We started off with cocktails, and at first I didn’t think the butterfly effect had much alcohol because it tasted sweet almost like juice, but soon after finishing it, I started feeling a buzz, so it was definitely effective. Fortunately, the food began arriving then.The tables are small, and the dishes took varying times to prepare, so they staggered them and brought out one dish at a time, but their pacing was on point. Almost immediately after finishing a dish, the servers would come by to clear the table and soon after bring out the next dish. When our plates became dirty after a course, they’d switch them out for us. Service was attentive and exceptional.Out of the 3 dishes we ordered, I liked the crispy prawns the best, but the shaken beef, which was extra tender, and the hu tieu northern style Vietnamese soup followed very closely. It was nice seeing the modernization of authentic Vietnamese dishes that didn’t incorporate elements of fusion from other cuisines. The only thing that wasn’t authentic were the desserts. We glanced at the dessert menu, but all the options were standard American fare, so we passed on that. Drinks and dinner were good enough on their own.I highly recommend reserving a table here for your next date or small group dinner!Parking: Parking is free with validation from restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shaky Shaky Beef, Butterfly Effect
The reservation process clearly stated that we needed to be there on time and there was a 15 minute grace period before the reservation was void. We arrived 5 minutes early and were not seated for 25 minutes having to wait in the lobby. The website clearly states the time limit on the tables yet the management did not require the previous gusts at our table to leave. It was not a great way to start the evening.
Tried it for the first time for lunch. The cocktails were just OK but the food was exceptional. Started with the Pork Spring Rolls and they were excellent. Then had the Banh Tam Bi (noodles with shredded pork, pickled veggies, cucumber & coconut milk) which was spicey but oh so good! Maybe our favorite. The waiter recommended the Shaky Shaky Beef and he was not wrong. We ended with the brisket Bahn Mi which was tender and delicious. Four courses were too much for the 3 of us, but we wanted to try a few dishes because it was our first time. We will definitely be back.
A stand out dinner that went perfectly. Service was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. Food was absolutely delicious. Ambiance was cozy, intimate, romantic. Love the hip hop music choice too. Cannot wait to come back again!
Everything from the service to the food was outstanding. The noise level in the beginning of the evening was a little loud, but everything was ended up working out. We were very impressed by the service and could not stop talking about the food. The different flavors melding together gave us a culinary experience on another level. We will definitely be back.
Restaurantji Recommends
LSXO has become our favorite restaurant since the day it opened. The food is way beyond fabulous. The flavors so real to dishes presented. Presentation beautiful. Atmosphere is warming authentic and inviting. As for the staff and service they far outdo any other restaurant we've been to in Orange County We are fortunate that we live within walking distance Back in a week ?????❤️
Excellent food, really lovely service, a great atmosphere (we went when it was raining heavily late on a Sunday). Our Uber was late due to rain and they pushed it back twice for us without any issue. It was quiet, quick service, awesome drinks, and the recommendations were consistently excellent. The only thing I would mention that’s totally inconsequential is that they have a TV over the bar that really detracts from the overall atmosphere and vibe, besides that it was excellent across the board.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Egg Rolls, Shaky Shaky Beef, Octopus Salad
So this is not my first Rodeo at LSXO. The first time I came was in 2022. Me and my girlfriend were dining at Blue Gold for her birthday. She had told me about LSXO during the course of our dining and said that it could take a month to get a reservation because of the speakeasy style atmosphere and how niche it was. Well right when she said that I looked up reservations on opentable and they had just had a cancellation. I immediately booked and told her we have a reservation at LSXO. She was shocked surprised and happy because she had always wanted to go there and also because the restaurant pays homage to Vietnamese cuisine which is also apart of her heritage. Safe to say an amazing night turned to even a better night. I say all this to say a friend of mine was visiting town and we took him there yesterday I wasn't sure if he'd like it but to the contrary he raved about every dish we had. At LSXO, a lot of the dishes are shareable so if you order more dishes you're able to get a variety. The few times that I have been LSXO has never disappointed. The ambiance is great so I definitely recommend for date night and also if you're a fan of late 90s early 2000s hip hop that's what they play the classics. Last but not least the service has always been great. Thanks to Andrea and Paris for helping us yesterday. All in all LSXO is a complete vibe for those who enjoy Vietnamese cuisine, great drinks, and if you appreciate an ode to the classic 90s and 2000s hip hop. This place will not disappoint!
Our dining experience was amazing as always. We took our dearest friends for his birthday celebration and your amazing team especially Andrea , Jasmine and Annalise helped make it a great one! We love LSXO - the chefs, staff , food , music, ambience...and we always look forward to sharing this special place with our closest friends. ♥️♥️
1. Amazing food 2. Great decor, with great ambience, with great 90's hip hop music, and an awesome view of the ocean. 3. Great service and food came out spread out so could enjoy each dish and your time and never felt rushed but you are limited to 2 hrs. 4. Underground Parking comped for 2 hrs and then 8$/hr after that. 5. Check came out to 164 and tipped 32 for 2 people. That is for 3 cocktails, an appetizer spring rolls (4 pieces and could be a meal for a person), Asian chicken salad (delicious), sea bass entree (delicious), black rice with seafood paella (delicious), and Hong Kong tea latte.