Sorry Not Sorry
Sawtelle, Los Angeles
Restaurant in Los Angeles, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Sorry Not Sorry is a practical West LA pick for a casual, drinks-first night rather than a chef-led dinner or special-occasion meal. Book it when flexibility, location, and a social room matter more than a published price signal or defined cuisine.
About Sorry Not Sorry
Sorry Not Sorry is a Los Angeles venue with a casual dress code and a schedule that is easiest to evaluate by day: it is closed Monday, open Tuesday through Thursday from 5–10 PM, Friday from 5 PM–12 AM, Saturday from 12 PM–12 AM, and Sunday from 12–10 PM. Beyond those practical facts, it's best to plan around its timing, Los Angeles location, and casual atmosphere, as specific cuisine, menu format, price point, or service style are not available.
Use it for a casual outing, not a high-stakes plan
Sorry Not Sorry is casual and has evening hours most of the week, with longer hours on Friday and Saturday. That makes it worth considering when the group wants a Los Angeles option that does not require formal dress or a highly structured plan. If the plan needs a more specific premise, compare it with other options such as Mori Nozomi, Big Tomy's, Ramenya, Il Moro, or KAIF, depending on what kind of outing you are trying to build.
Cuisine, pricing, menu style, chef background, seating, or takeout and delivery details are not established, so avoid treating Sorry Not Sorry as a fully defined special-occasion choice. It is better approached as a casual Los Angeles option where the hours and dress code are the reliable planning points.
The practical decision: plan around convenience, not specificity
Use Sorry Not Sorry when the known basics are enough: casual dress, Los Angeles, and hours that run later on Friday and Saturday than on most weeknights. It is less useful as the sole anchor for a plan that depends on a specific cuisine, published price range, chef-led format, tasting menu, or award history, as those details are not available.
For a broader Los Angeles plan, compare it with other city resources rather than treating it as a standalone destination: start with the Los Angeles restaurants guide if dining is the anchor, or the Los Angeles bars guide if the night is more flexible. Quick reference: choose Sorry Not Sorry when a casual Los Angeles option and its posted hours fit the plan; choose a more defined option when cuisine, price, or occasion details matter more.
Planning details
- Location
- 11520 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- sorrynotsorryla.com
- Phone
- +14248327000
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Sorry Not Sorry reads like a true neighborhood room: understated, locally minded and unshowy. It occupies a West Pico storefront that favors repeat custom over destination traffic, so the energy is familiar rather than performative. The dining experience leans into accessible, well-executed fusion cooking rather than formal sequences — an environment where diners set their own pace. That combination makes the room feel relaxed and cozy, the kind of spot where regulars keep returning and the mood privileges comfortable familiarity over theatrical dining gestures.
Best For
This is a place for local regulars and anyone looking for well-made, approachable fusion food without the formality of a tasting menu. It suits small groups and friends gathering for a casual dinner, neighborhood nights out and late-evening meals when you want something relaxed and unpretentious. Because the room emphasizes self-directed pacing and repeat custom, it’s especially good for diners who value an easygoing, consistent neighborhood experience rather than a one-off destination occasion.
Ordering Tips
There is no prescribed sequence here, so order freely and mix plates to taste. The menu’s signature items are reliable touchstones: try the Kim Chi Quesadillas, the Vietnamese Shaking Beef Burger, Turmeric Garlic Fries and the Hanoi Black Pepper Chicken Banh Mi. Given the venue’s neighborhood format, pick a few standout dishes to share or sample across the table and let the group self-direct the meal rather than expect a formal progression.
Venue details
Ambiance
Backyard supper club atmosphere with LA skyline views, warm lighting, and energetic group-friendly vibe that balances precision cooking with relaxed hospitality.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Kim Chi Quesadillas
- Vietnamese Shaking Beef Burger
- Turmeric Garlic Fries
- Hanoi Black Pepper Chicken Banh Mi
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 11520 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Planning details
Location
11520 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the night needs a higher-commitment sushi experience, choose Mori Nozomi instead. If the group wants a simpler food-first fallback, Ramenya or Big Tomy's will be easier to match to expectations.
Restaurant context
How Sorry Not Sorry compares in Los Angeles
Choose Sorry Not Sorry when the plan is casual and drinks-led. It is easier to slot into a Westside night than Mori Nozomi, which is the stronger choice for diners specifically seeking sushi and Japanese cooking at a $$$$ level. Mori Nozomi asks for more commitment; Sorry Not Sorry is the lower-pressure option when the room matters more than a highly defined meal.
Against KAIF and Il Moro, the decision comes down to clarity versus flexibility. KAIF and Il Moro are better cross-shops when the group wants a restaurant plan with a more conventional dinner frame. Sorry Not Sorry is the better fit when people may arrive at different times, start with drinks, and decide the rest of the night later.
If value and ease are the priority, Big Tomy's and Ramenya are more practical food-first backups. They make more sense when the group wants a quick meal with less ambiguity. Sorry Not Sorry is the pick when ambiance and a social bar rhythm carry the booking.
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Compare Sorry Not Sorry
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorry Not Sorry | Los Angeles | , | , | No published awards |
| KAIF | Los Angeles | , | , | No published awards |
| Mori Nozomi | Los Angeles | Sushi, Japanese (Sushi) | $$$$ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 Michelin 1 Star2025 Michelin 1 Star2025 New York Times America's Best Restaurants2024 Esquire Best New Restaurants · #62024 LA Times 101 Best Restaurants · #532024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1482023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #118 |
| Il Moro | Los Angeles | , | , | 2026 Bib Gourmand2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Big Tomy's | Los Angeles | , | , | No published awards |
| Ramenya | Los Angeles | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I plan for Sorry Not Sorry?
A booking window or reservation policy is not specified. Plan around the posted hours: Sorry Not Sorry is closed Monday, open Tuesday through Thursday from 5–10 PM, Friday from 5 PM–12 AM, Saturday from 12 PM–12 AM, and Sunday from 12–10 PM.
Can Sorry Not Sorry accommodate groups?
Group capacity, private dining, or reservation policies are not listed. For planning, use the hours and casual dress code, and compare with other options such as Mori Nozomi or Il Moro if your group needs a more clearly defined plan.
What should a first-timer know about Sorry Not Sorry?
Sorry Not Sorry is in Los Angeles, has a casual dress code, is closed Monday, opens at 5 PM Tuesday through Friday, and opens at 12 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Specific cuisine, price, menu format, and service details are not available.
What should I wear to Sorry Not Sorry?
Go casual. Sorry Not Sorry has a casual dress code, so formalwear is not necessary.
What should I order at Sorry Not Sorry?
Specific dishes, drinks, cuisine, or a menu format are not identified. If ordering specifics are important, check current information directly before you go; you can also compare the plan with options such as Ramenya or Il Moro.
