Little La Lune Cuisine
Little La Lune Cuisine, located at 2054 CA-1, Long Beach, CA 90804, is a must-visit gem for anyone craving authentic Cambodian and Southeast Asian flavors in the heart of Long Beach. Known for its unique fusion of Cambodian and Thai culinary traditions, this cozy spot offers a variety of dishes that promise to satisfy every palate.
One of the standout dishes at Little La Lune Cuisine is their Beef Lok Lok, a delightful mix of tender beef served with rice and vegetables, infused with aromatic spices and herbs. It's a dish that truly encapsulates the restaurant's ability to combine traditional Cambodian flavors with modern culinary techniques. The Cambodian Noodle Soup, often referred to as "Kuyteav," is another crowd favorite. This hearty dish is a perfect balance of flavors, with a rich broth that warms the soul.
For those looking for something unique, the secret "Kuyteav Kouk" (dry style) is a must-try. Served with the noodles on the side and topped with flavorful ingredients, this version lets you enjoy the full depth of the broth and the tender pork bone separately, offering a delightful contrast in textures and flavors. To complement your soup, don't miss out on the Cha Kway (fried twin bread), crispy on the outside yet chewy and dense on the inside-perfect for dipping in the flavorful broth.
In addition to these delicious offerings, Little La Lune Cuisine’s menu features a range of other Cambodian specialties, each prepared with care and served fresh. Whether you're stopping by after a trip to Long Beach Airport or simply craving a comforting bowl of noodle soup, this restaurant provides an exceptional dining experience. The cozy atmosphere, combined with friendly service from the owners, ensures that every meal feels like a special occasion.
While the parking lot is small, there’s ample street parking nearby, making it easy to enjoy this beloved local restaurant. For anyone seeking an authentic Cambodian dining experience in Long Beach, Little La Lune Cuisine is a place you’ll want to return to again and again.
Little La Lune Cuisine Reviews
Came to Little La Lune for a late lunch with a group of 7 friends after flying back to Long Beach Airport. Parking lot is small, otherwise you can try your luck at street parking. We ordered the Beef Stick appetizer for the table, and my goodness this was so good. It's a cross of Chinese BBQ Pork & some Cambodian/Thai flavors (lemongrass + spices), but with beef. I also ordered No. 2 Thai Noodles, this was fine. Not my favorite when I compare to actual Thai Boat Noodles. Others in my group ate the ChaWai (Chinese donut) to eat with their noodles & broth - which they all seemed to enjoy. Also ordered the Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce - this was okay. Some of the stems were tough/stringy.
Brought some family here for a late lunch because we were craving Kuyteav (Cambodian noodle soup). Since Kuyteav is generally a breakfast food, there's only so many places in Long Beach you can even order a bowl past morning time. Luckily, Little La Lune is one of them! Since everyone loves a secret menu, here's a secret tip you won't find on the menu: Try it dry style (Kuyteav "Kouk"). The noodles are served on the side with all the soup toppings and have just the slightest bit of flavoring cooked in, while you get the broth with a piece of pork bone used to on the side where you can find more meat attached. This adds a whole new dimension to the noodles but also lets you really savor the flavor of the broth more--and they definitely knocked it out of the park with this one! Even on a blistering hot day, it hit the spot. While you're at it, order the fried twin bread (Cha Kway, or in chinese called Youtiao). It's delicious on it's own but even better when you dip it in the soup--it comes out hot, fresh, crispy, and clearly made to order. Every place makes Cha Kway slightly different, and I would say Little La Lune does theirs a little more chewy and dense. I actually like this better because it stands up to dipping in the soup a lot more! This place is definitely a Long Beach staple for Cambodian food--consider stopping by here next time you want a warm bowl of noodle soup! They have plenty of other Cambodian offerings as well.
Oh my... the food is amazing! Full of flavor and well portioned is what I think of when I had Little La Lune. They open at 8am, which is amazing because my friend and I are early risers and likes to get things going EARLY. I had the following: #10. Pork Chitterlings on Rice ($12.50) - you can get this with fried rice for an additional charge, but I went with white rice. The pork chitterlings were perfectly crispy and light. I love that they don't fry it until it is dry in the center. Pairs super well with the pickles and sauce that it comes with. Definitely a must order if you like pork intestines #22. Ma Chu Krung Sach Kor ($17.50) - this is THE Cambodian soup to get. It is sour and savory. I absolutely love the flavors in this soup! It's a little spicy, so be aware if you cannot eat any spicy. This is a must get in my opinion. #30 Cha Kroeng ($17.50) - you can choose beef or chicken and I went with chicken. This is another flavor bomb that is going to be memorable. It's got all of that kreung (i.e. lemongrass, turmeric, garlic, lime leaf) taste you find in a lot of Cambodian dishes. This place is super far for me, but if I'm ever in the area, I will definitely stop by and pickup food to go. The parking lot is small, so parking can be difficult, but at 8am in the morning, you're good! :)
During my Beef Stick frenzy, I found the most incredibly tender and juicy version here! The skewers carried a tasty smoky flavor from the charred bits and a light lemongrass seasoning. Great service. I didn't see Nom Hing on the menu, but upon request, the server said they do have it - It felt like I unlocked a secret item! The Cha Wai and Nom Hing came out steaming hot and, to my surprise, weren't greasy at all. I think the Nom Hing is denser and tastier than the Vietnamese version (banh tieu.) Reasonable prices, yummy Cambodian classics, and food made fresh to order - you can't really go wrong with anything here! Combined with its charming ambiance, Little La Lune is a superb option for a casual meal.
The Beef Lok Lok is good at Little La Lune Cuisine. We had food here earlier this week, and it was off the hook . Beef Lok lok is delicious with rice and vegetables. Cambodian Noodle soup is FIRE. We tried that too on the menu. Nice gem here on the beach at PCH. Nice owners and vibe here. All menu options look delicious.