Little Lotus

10/10, absolutely no notes. My husband and I decided to dine here for our 3-year wedding anniversary, and the Little Lotus team DELIVERED. We had the omakase experience which was 14 courses! Everything was so delicious and so fresh, each bite was perfect. We were simply blown away. We had the yuzu cocktail and the Japanese whiskey drink and both were excellent. We also had the matcha drink as a dessert and it was perfect. The staff was phenomenal, some of the kindest people you'll ever meet. We are already planning our next dinner date here - one of the best dining experiences in New England. Thank you to Little Lotus for the best anniversary dinner yet!

Fantastic new restaurant. My husband and I decided to celebrate our 10th anniversary at Little Lotus. We have been to our fair share of 1, 2, and 3 star Michelin restaurants in NYC. Little Lotus deserves a 5 star review. The service was fantastic. The drinks were phenomenal. We had the yuzu and matcha drinks and both were fantastic. I’ve had my fair share of drinks in the city as well and these are just as good. We ordered the yellow tail crudo which was a great combination of both flavors and textures. The crab cake is to die for. I forgot to take a picture of the sushi roll, but it was the freshest one I’ve ever had. The cod was great and I was surprised by the portion size. I have nothing negative to say. And I am a harsh food critic.

The food is NYC quality-- every dish better than the next, from foie gras to wagyu beef and sushi. The service is impeccable, the owners Larry and Nia make sure to come and speak to everyone and are beyond thoughtful. We went for a celebration of life for my dad, and they picked up on that, and brought tears to my eyes when they surprised us with a lit dessert ON THE HOUSE! Can't say enough good things about the food and the vibe of this restaurant. Despite being a small place, this is a MUST TRY for anyone in the New Haven area. Worth noting, this couple also owns Red Lotus in Shelton, which has more of a family style and is also quite successful.

Stumbled upon this gem and was i so happy i did. I am in town for my son’s school parents weekend and wanted to take him and his gf for a nice dinner. They love sushi but have never tried omakase. When the first course came out, i knew the kids first omakase experience will not be their last. Every single thing we ate was delicious. We all enjoyed everything! The owners, Chef Larry and his sweet wife, Nia were super friendly and made dining in their restaurant felt like home. I wish i lived closer so i can keep going back for this deliciousness! Thank you, Chef Larry, Nia and all the friendly staff for a wonderful evening!!! P.S. i stopped taking pics after the 3rd course. I was so focused on waiting for the next food that will come out and ate them fast before I could take the picture. Haha

We had the 17 course omakase for my birthday dinner and it was incredible! The service was amazing and each course was better than the last. Everything was so fresh with unique flavor and we would highly recommend this experience. The oyster and wagyu beef were our favorites!

Food was good - downers were more logistical issues 1. We made a 7pm Resy specifically for Omakase. When we arrived, they said they were out of fish for omakase even though we called ahead for the booking 2. We ordered the lamb chops, menu said there would be 4 chops - we were served only three 3. Lastly, we ordered dessert which was listed as $10 on the menu but the receipt charge was $12 (which is trivial but an annoying note to end on…) Just expected a better dining experience from a such an upscale place. Positives: they have HALAL options (lamb chops and Wagyu) which was very exciting for us. Parking is convenient, theyll save a spot for you if you call ahead. Portions were good. Presentations were elegant.

My friend and I were on our way to Shell and bones when we happen to see this cute little place that was open and decided to stop in instead of going to Shell and bones. And boy were we happy that we came to Little Lotus. The food is spectacular. We both had the Omakase and shared a crabcake. Every piece of sushi was delicately cared for and tasted amazing. The drinks were also delicious. We love the atmosphere and we loved the workers and especially the general manager Manny. We will absolutely be back, I think this is our new favorite dinner spot!

My husband and I had an incredible experience at Little Lotus with their 14-course omakase. The balance of delicate sushi courses with the warm dishes was outstanding — every bite felt thoughtfully composed and showcased both freshness and creativity. Manager Manny went above and beyond to make the evening welcoming. His knowledge and genuine friendliness really elevated the dining experience. Chefs Jay and Tim demonstrated remarkable skill and professionalism throughout the meal — each course was executed with precision and artistry that reflected true mastery of their craft. Little Lotus is a gem in Connecticut, and I’ll absolutely be back. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable omakase experience that delivers both quality and warmth for such a good price.