little bird
Indio, CAOpening early 2027

little bird

Japanese Technique. Mexican Flavor. Modern Ritual.Kitchen & Cocktail Bar

Opening in Indio, California · Early 2027

Our story
01

Our point of view

Japanese technique.
Mexican instinct.

Little Bird begins with yakitori: simple ingredients, precise cuts, patient heat, and the elemental pull of food cooked over fire.

We bring that tradition to the desert through chiles, citrus, herbs, and the generous hospitality of Mexico and Southern California. Familiar ingredients. A new language.

02

At a glance

FoodYakitori
InfluenceMexico
ExperienceKitchen & Cocktail Bar
PlaceIndio, California
OpeningEarly 2027
03

People

Hospitality,
kept personal.

Founder & Operator

James Baugh

James has built his career opening restaurants, developing teams, and creating experiences that feel polished without losing their warmth. Little Bird brings those years of craft home to the desert.

Founder, Operator & Executive Chef

Ysaac Ramirez

Ysaac brings more than 20 years of experience as an executive chef. He has led numerous restaurant openings, built culinary teams, and developed countless menus—bringing deep kitchen leadership and a restless creative point of view to Little Bird.