Little Sister

4.5 ( 550 reviews )
Checking... 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM See Hours
$20–30
737a Hope St, Providence, RI 02906, United States
+1 401-642-9464
Little Sister, nestled at 737a Hope St in Providence, is a vibrant gem in the local dining scene. This cozy restaurant, celebrated for its warm ambiance and heartwarming service, delivers an authentic taste of Latin cuisine that resonates with guests. Reviewers like Eric Vasallo commend the owners' evident passion for their culture, highlighted by dishes like the superb Mofongo Benedict, which bursts with flavor and is perfect for sharing. While the chicken empanadas fell short in Eric's experience, the homemade tamarind hot sauce helped elevate his meal, showcasing the restaurant's dedication to flavor. Natalia Vargas notes the delightful environment and exceptional service, mentioning a complimentary pastry that added a thoughtful touch to their birthday celebration. Joseph Elliott revels in the familiarity of Latin spices, particularly praising the mouthwatering cardamom buns, while Mary E. Cronin’s 90-minute drive underscores the allure of Little Sister’s culinary offerings. Vanessa Aller encapsulates the communal spirit and joy that permeates the restaurant, expressing a desire to keep it a secret. With its enchanting music, delightful service, and a menu that celebrates Latin flavors, Little Sister invites diners to embrace a culinary journey that feels like a comforting hug in every bite.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • From the business
    • Identifies as Latino-owned
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Brunch reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Little Sister

Eric Vasallo
Apr 25,2025
So much heart and attention to detail has been put into this cozy, neighborhood family friendly spot. It’s obvious the owners love their culture and the food they make. You can feel the love. Cafe con leche was perfect, just like abuela would make. It missed the secret pinch of salt but still excellent. Ordered a 5.50 chicken empanada that didn’t deliver unfortunately. I grew up eating Cuban empanadas and they are always - hot, juicy, heavy and full of flavor with a little crunchy-chewy action with the dough. This had none of those elements. A meager spoonful of chicken stuff that had zero flavor. Their home made tamarind hot sauce helped me finish it. Their star dish - mofongo Benedict was excellent explosion of Latin flavor and recommend sharing as it is large. The shredded pork was cooked perfectly. Their abundant selection of pastries looked amazing but didn’t try this time as the mofongo filled me up. Giving a 5 star for overall experience for flavor and ambiance.
Natalia Vargas
Apr 5,2025
Went to little sister on a Saturday with a group of 5! Each one of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Both the food and drinks were delicious! It is very cute inside and the atmosphere is perfect! They also were kind enough to give us a pastry as we were celebrating a birthday. We also met their newest employee, who was an absolute joy to chat with. Overall, we could not have asked for a better time!
Joseph Elliott
Apr 5,2025
As, someone who has been exposed to Latin food my whole life . This place really hits the mark . Everything was amazing . I took home 6 peices of pastry . The cardamom buns where a15 out of 10! And the chicken & waffles . You can taste so many familiar spices & ingredients in every bite !
Mary E. Cronin
Mar 27,2025
We drove 90 minutes to get to Little Sister. It was worth it! Warm and friendly service, great atmosphere, and the food is outstanding. We were in San Juan 2 months ago and we needed a fix. It was just what were craving!
Vanessa Aller
Mar 15,2025
I don’t want to leave a good review because then this place will become famous and I will never get a table. Service: Why are the staff members so happy here? What a nice bunch of people. The energy spills into the delicious food. Food: Get the Mofongo Benedict. The food is like a hug from inside your tummy. This Latina is very happy to have found this amazing fusion of different flavors to feast on. Thank you. Music: Gosh, listening to Juan Luis Guerra brought me back in time. Lovely music and it was not loud. Yas! I could have a conversation with my partner and listen to the music. My husband was left unsupervised and bought hot sauce and coffee to bring home. We got a complimentary pastry from the owner. We also learned that they have special dinning events on some Thursday nights. Check them on Resy. So, don’t come here. I don’t want to share the happy people with the delicious food with anybody. Mine.
Maritza Calderon
Mar 7,2025
I've been trying to take the 3 hour drive to visit the area for years. I wanted to sight see but most importantly check out Little Sister. As a longtime friend of the owner's older sister, it was on my list of things to do if I ever visited Rhode Island. This place did not disappoint. The food was amazing, the service was top notch and the salsa music in the background was the icing on the cake. The guava quesito I had was YUMMY!! I was sad that I did not get to meet Milena in person but I will definitely be back.
Tom Teal
Mar 1,2025
Little sister provided me with one of the best espresso and pineapple orange juices. I’ve had probably ever the woman behind. The bar was very friendly. I will be going back here.
Lisa Allard
Feb 10,2025
Attended a private event here and everything was PERFECT. If you’re throwing a birthday party, grad party,etc., highly recommend hosting it here! Andrea is so nice and attentive. The food is delicious, especially the empanadas and mimosas. The vibes are immaculate.

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