"You agreed to do Christmas Day at your significant other’s house this year, and your whole family is pissed that you’re missing the Asian takeout food tradition. Make it up to them by planning a dinner at Little Sister on Christmas Eve. This modern Vietnamese restaurant feels completely out of place amongst the more touristy, family-friendly spots in Manhattan Beach, and that’s a good thing. The atmosphere is casual and cool, with an excellent menu that includes everything from chicken banh mi to dumplings to steak tartare. The shaky shaky beef is a must-order." - brant cox