The service here is awesome. WaItresses are attentive and eager to offer the best service. I am a seriou critic when it comes to food. However , on both visits the food did not disappoint me at all. It's was a great meal. read more

Nice restaurant to have breakfast. I ordered the Sam Cook which was 3 pancakes, 3 wings, and grits. Everything was good. The chicken was seasoned well, and nice crispy edge pancakes. I didn't need to add anything to the grits, it comes with butter - I'm a salt and pepper grits type of gal. They have take out and there are several tables inside for full service dine in. Service was good, our server was nice and friendly. Direct access to parking lot. read more

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Okay, so I want to first say the food is pretty good but it needs some work! I've been here twice now, so a review is needed. The customer service is okay... it's always one thing that sort of ruins the experience. It was just my cousin and me. We walked in and waited to be seated. I counted three people who walked around and never said a word. I wondered if I had died and was a ghost, especially since the third person greeted the party of two standing behind us and sat them in her section! I was heated, upset, and extremely mad, but I'm trying to be a better person. I finally walked up and asked someone if we could be seated, and she said yes. I mentioned what happened, and she said it's probably because they thought we were there to pick up food... ummm, I'm not buying it. We were assisted and ordered our food. The lemon pepper catfish was salty, the grits were watery and the hash browns were frozen. Dont get the hash browns. Its the kind that goes in a toaster oven. The eggs, pancakes, fried chicken and turkey chops were good. Coffee was mediocre. Beside being ignored, the customer service is ummmmm, hit or miss. I would say this place is okay, but its okay not to go too if you dont want to deal with the night and day of the customer service and food. read more

2 Star I came all the way from South LA to Compton to try The Ingredients (2251 W Rosecrans Ave), and honestly, this was a complete waste of my time. I arrived around 10:00 AM and didn't leave until about 11:30 AM, so an hour and a half of my day was gone for this experience. From the start, the service was horrible. Yes, they appeared understaffed, but respectfully, that is not the customer's responsibility. If you're open, basic service should still be provided. I asked multiple times for hot water so I could clean my utensils and stir my coffee. I asked the same server, Mary the hispanic lady, at least three or four times, and she never brought it. Meanwhile, my coffee was already on the table getting cold because I couldn't even prepare it. Another server eventually helped me, but by then my coffee was cold. I ordered chicken and waffles and waited... and waited... and waited. No check-ins. No refills. No communication. I was sitting there for about 45 minutes to an hour with no service at all. At that point, I was over it and asked for my bill. I was ready to pay for my cold coffee and leave. That alone should tell you how the experience was going. Then a tall guy came over with a orange hat, apologized, and asked me to stay. He was actually very nice, and because of him, I gave it one more chance and didn't walk out. When he asked what I ordered, it made me question if my food was ever even in rotation to begin with. Who knows at this point. Eventually, I did get my food, and I will be honest, it was good. The guy apologize again. But let's be clear: good food does not cancel out terrible service. I ended up spending $25.30, and I paid without asking for anything to be comped because that's just not how I move. But would I come back? Absolutely not!!!!!!! My sister wanted to come and I will tell her don't do it sis!!! The only positive part of this entire experience was the tall guy with the orange hat. He was polite, attentive, and actually seemed to care. Unfortunately, one good employee/owner cannot fix an overall bad experience. Service matters. And this was one of the worst service experiences I've had in a long time. Do I recommend this place? No. I don't care how good the food is. There are too many other places that can give you both good food and decent service. Save your time and your money. read more

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Well the parking structure is very limited! In a small business plaza with a 7Eleven and a few other businesses. During the week it's okay, but the weekend is tuff, street parking on Rosecrans is also very limited. The bathroom was clean. The music was very nice,while dining. Our server Ashley was very accommodating and made us feel as though we were dining at her home! And very attentive 5 for Ms.Ash! We tried the waffles and pancakes, and may I say the pancakes were very delicious, with a taste of their very own, with a hint of cinnamon and crunchy edges,made them perfect. The wings were seasoned,but tasted like the grease may have been old, which really took away from the wing experience! I will try again though! The waffles were a little too soft for my taste,I would request them to be extra crispy. The grits were good, the home potatoes are deep fried diced potatoes, remind me of dice frence fries! Smothered potatoes would be so much better,in my humble opinion! Other than that I would definitely go back. read more

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Stopped here for some on the go brunch and was not disappointed. The ladies that greeted me and took my order were super nice. The music playing was a vibe and I love the red and black interior. I ordered the Frederick Douglass which is an egg scramble with andouille sausage, spinach, cheese, and potatoes and comes with a waffle. Fire. 10/10 and I can't wait to get some more this upcoming week read more

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Stopping through again because those Pancakes kept calling me...Lol. Love the vibe of this place. Another great meal experience as well as customer care. Friendly proficient service that will have you coming back for ' The Ingredients' every time. Gratitude and give thanks to Management and Staff for rendering another great meal experience. See you soon. read more

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I heard so many things about this place, and since I live in the area and saw that there were more good reviews than bad, I decided I had to try it for myself. I went in today and ordered two shrimp and grits and two smash burger combos. I couldn't wait to get home and try the food. What I can say is that the gravy on the shrimp and grits was very flavorful, but the grits themselves were bland, and so were the shrimp. In my opinion, this place doesn't really stand out from any other establishment serving shrimp and grits. The smash burgers were for my sons, and they said they were just regular hamburgers, nothing spectacular or memorable about them. The Arnold Palmers and fries were also just average, like what you'd get anywhere else. So, I'm not saying don't go, but I'm also not recommending it. It really depends on your personal taste and what kind of flavor you're used to. If you're looking for food that makes you say, "Mmm, I want some more," this probably won't be the first place that comes to mind. I will say the staff was decent. The young lady who originally took my order made a mistake and only charged me for one shrimp and grits plate after telling me the order was complete. When I noticed I only had one plate, I had to pay for another order, but she only charged me $14 instead of $21, which was appreciated. Other than that, the service wasn't spectacular, but it also wasn't bad. It was what you'd normally expect when patronizing a business, decent and courteous. And honestly, many establishments in urban areas don't always provide exceptional service, so this place didn't exceed my expectations, it simply met them. Overall, I hope the business continues to flourish. I can't say I'll be back, but I do wish them good luck. read more

Long overdue review. I love this place. Food and service is always excellent. I've had the Fish sandwich- great. Fries- great . Turkey chops are so good. Coffee good and hot. The lemonade/Kool aid slushy is so yummy. Pancakes have the crispy edges. Our family gets everything from fried rice to gumbo cabbage to burgers and they always love their food. read more

The food was great and the ambiance was warm and inviting. Larger than it looks from the outside. Best customer service in town. Friendly and helpful. A variety of food with ample portions. Breakfast burrito was delicious with several choices to choose from. Turkey chop are tender and seasoned well. I highly recommend for breakfast or lunch. read more

Breakfast was good had the Sam Cooke and the Frederick Douglass with a side of catfish- everything is delicious waffle was fluffy with a hint of cinnamon great atmosphere loved the music and the artwork read more

I will start off by saying I ate here before twice I called and placed an order an went to pick it up the food I ordered was very good ... Today I went and decided to sit and eat after getting out of my car and getting a whiff of I don't know what I almost didn't go in it was a very bad smell in the parking lot but I go in. I waited a few minutes for a table got a table and it was 15 minutes till someone came an took our order my sister ordered shrimp and grits she asked if the shrimp could be grilled because she doesn't like the texture she wanted them grilled the waitress says ok no problem my nephew got hotcakes and bacon and eggs I ordered Chilaquiles verde with extra cheese when the food came the shrimp were not grilled and there wasn't enough gravy from the shrimp on her grits which left the meal lacking flavor she wanted to say something but decided not to she just put pepper and hot sauce on the grits an ate them she didn't eat the shrimp the hotcakes my nephew enjoyed I had a bite they were very good without syrup so I thought that was bomb now my chilaquiles I asked for extra cheese I got my order there was no extra cheese so I waited 10 minutes for a server to come back around and asked her if I could have extra cheese she said yes she comes back with a container of shredded cheese and I guess it was in my look she said oh do you want me to heat your food up? I'm like yeah cause if I put the cheese on it it won't melt so she took the food and and the cheese and took it to the back now I'm waiting for my food 10 minutes pass 15 minutes pass and my sister an nephew finish there food so I started eating the shrimp that my sister didn't eat because they weren't grilled the the server comes over and says ok so how was everything are you ready for your check and I just looked at her like really and I guess from my look she looked down where my plate should have been and said oh my gosh your food and I just smiled and shook my head yes she says I'm sorry I will be right back lol so I finally get my food that was reheated twice and I just wasn't in the mood to eat it then, so I got a To go plate and took my food to go Now I will say this, this place is really nice I love the pictures on the walls and the music had me reminiscing about my parents (GOODTIMES!!!) I leave out and I'm hit in the face with that awful smell I'm like what is that smell as we are leaving I look over and see the trash and thought that's the smell right outside of the door the trash left an undesirable feeling... I know this place is fairly new and I know it can get overwhelming so I try and have patience knowing that the first couple of years can be rocky I pray that this place flourish with prosperity because it has an abundance of potential I wish them well read more

The Ingredients - Stacked up trash outside had the whole parking lot smelling bad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Compton, California

This was my husband and I first time here . We decided to come here for Easter and I was a bit worried because I thought it would've crowded yet, it wasn't and we were able to be seated right away. The ambiance is very nice and cozy, our server was very nice and gave great recommendations. The food was delicious full of flavor. I had waffles and the lemon pepper grits, the waitress mentioned this is what they known for. I ordered it and was not disappointed, it melts in your mouth. I can't wait to go again. read more

The Ingredients - Sam Cook breakfast and lemon pepper grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Compton, California

2nd time here - beating the traffic and taking a break for a real down home old school diner meal. Love it. read more

The Ingredients - Old school booths. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Compton, California

Love this place. First time here, and would definitely comeback. Just left. The pancakes perfect with crispy edges. The chicken was perfect moist and not over seasoned. Friendly service. read more

I visited the ingredients over the weekend and my experience was fantastic. Our server was attentive and friendly, she checked on us often and the food was sooo good! We got the Sam Cooke and the Frederick Douglas and both were delicious. Also, GET THE PANCAKES!!! I love how they are slightly crispy around the edges; reminds me of how my mom used to make them. I definitely will be back and definitely recommend. read more

My Opinion! From the moment I stepped into Ingredients Restaurant, I was greeted with warmth and hospitality. The service was exceptional--our server was not only friendly but also attentive, making the dining experience feel personal and welcoming. The cleanliness of the establishment stood out immediately, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. It's clear that the staff takes pride in maintaining a pristine environment, which only added to the overall enjoyment of the meal. Now, let's talk about the food--absolutely delicious! Each dish was served piping hot, showcasing the kitchen's commitment to quality and freshness. The seasoned fried chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, bursting with flavor in every bite. The crispy catfish was equally impressive, with a golden crust and tender, flaky interior that truly hit the spot. As someone who values honest reviews and enjoys sharing my own experiences, I can confidently say that Ingredients Restaurant exceeded my expectations. It's refreshing to find a place that delivers on both taste and service. I'll definitely be returning for another round of that mouthwatering Southern comfort food. read more

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As soon as you walk in the service is present and welcoming Everything I have had was flavorful Can't go wrong here!! read more

The food was delicious well seasoned. The service was a little slow as far as the food coming out but very friendly and nice workers, just took a while for the food to come out but it did not disappoint.held its temperature and taste was worth the wait. Nice little location saw a lot of to go orders going but really enjoyed eating inside. read more

Came here with my grandson we had shrimp grits, breakfast burrito, pancakes, waffles and eggs hooked up with cheese/green onions. The food was very delicious, tasty and nicely seasoned. Great service, felt very welcoming once we entered the door. I loved the warmth vibe I received. My grandson is 12 and he spoke highly of the service and food. We both can't wait to come back and try other items on the menu. I didn't get a chance to taste the waffle or burrito he gobbled it down, he said it was fire. That's a compliment coming from my grandson he is very picky. Thank You "The Ingredients" for placing your restaurant in CMPT. read more

First time came here today food was cool. I got the works ?? fried chicken sandwich. Pretty good for the price got a side of chicken wings. Nice presentation but they are small.,, seasoning batter, but they are small. oh yeah PSA if you order hashbrowns don't look forward to diner hashbrowns look forward to McDonald's hashbrowns.‍ read more

The Ingredients - The works ,,with the fried chicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Compton, California

I came here today and had a really bad experience. There were empty tables but they told me everything was reserved, even though I've sat there many times before. The staff attitude was not good at all, felt like they didn't want to help me for some reason. Not sure why, but it didn't feel right. Definitely not coming back. read more

Took my mom here for her bday last week and I can say it was definitely fire. We definitely enjoyed our meals and the service. The inside is small and cute . My only complaint it was hot af inside don't sit close to the front counter lol but I will go back.. thank you for keeping the culture alive read more

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Ordered the turkey chops, green beans and rice and gravy. Food was well seasoned and delicious! Coco was our server and she was amazing! Attentive and all smiles! I cannot wait to return, definitely add this place to list of restaurants to patron! read more

I literally googled "good food in Compton" today and this place popped up. I drove over and was pleased to find ample parking. The restaurant is sandwiched between two larger signs, so you won't notice it right away. I was greeted warmly by several people and I was given the option to sit where I felt the most comfortable. My server, Mary was delightful. I decided on catfish and grits and asked that cheese be added. My plate arrived and the fish was hot and delicious. I'm very picky about my grits and these were not hot enough. Overall, I'm very pleased to see a cute, cozy new spot in Compton. I will definitely return. I had to take away a star for: the music was a little too loud for my taste and it was kind of warm inside. The door was open, so maybe air will be coming soon. Apparently the restaurant has only been open for one week. Well done, highly recommend. read more

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First off, the food is delicious AF, I don't know how they have mastered Southern flavor (shrimp & grits), American (hot cakes), AND the chilaquiles (not pictured here, but my boo ordered them so y'all know I taxed his plate too ), but ALL OF IT was A1. Then add on the amazing service, with a clean and cozy spot, it's a must try read more

The Ingredients - Shrimp & Grits with extra "sauce", and - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Compton, California

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Found this gem in Compton thanks to Yelp. Am definitely going back. The special they had was great at just $12 and the Sam Cook meal I got was delicious. read more

The food was excellent, I really enjoyed the freshness in the authenticity of the food. The service is great as well. I highly recommend read more

The Ingredients - Waffles with pecans and bananas, and wings, eggs over medium and sunrise drink with orange juice and Kool-Aid - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Compton, California

Food is always great! My new favorite spot for breakfast! Service is always nice! Ambiance is also good, great music playing while enjoying tasty food! read more

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The service here is excellent food is amazing !! Gari is so friendly and efficient!!! I will definitely be back !!

I had the filet of sole special with grits and eggs. Very fresh fish - buttery grits. Scrambled eggs cooked to perfection and I also sampled my cousins waffle which was huge and good - also the service was great from several servers ensuring we were taken care of. read more

My husband and I stopped in for a quick breakfast today and I have to say everything was excellent. The friendly staff who greeted us the minute we walked in and shout out to our waitress, Kymber who went above and beyond. We both ordered the Sam Cook which came with 3 delicious crispy on the edge pancakes, 3 wings, grits and your choice of potatoes. We will definitely be back for more. read more

The Ingredients in Compton, I was very impressed with the service everyone was smiling and the food was excellent. It was a cozy and clean place great atmosphere. I will definitely be back. read more

I will never go back to this place. My son & I was told to take a seat & they will be with us. We sat there for 10- 15 minutes before I requested a menu. The service was horrible, we had to ask the waitress multiple times for certain things. My son ordered chicken wings in which they were raw. The owner was very accommodating & brought out a snack until my son received more wings. Once I received the bill I noticed that the price was different on the bill compared to the menu. I asked the waitress for the reason & she said maybe its tax. I replied stating that there is a 10% tax added to the subtotal. She did not know the reason for the difference. read more

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Awesome food, service is friendly, and ambience is cool! Had the Chicken & Waffles and the Sam Cooke breakfast on separate occasions which were both great. read more

Great service and staff on point .. food is exceptional an always fresh no complaints at all from breakfast lunch an dinner A1..

First time and most definitely not the last time...Service was exquisite...Kimberly was super nice..greeted me as soon as I walked in, along with the other waitresses...made me feel comfortable. Food was great....I ordered the chicken and waffles...Roscoe's who? LOL..And the vibe and ambience was so . Keep up the great work!!! read more

Awesome food and friendly service - fresh flavors and a great experience every time!!

This is my second visit and this establishment once again did not disappoint. I will continue to return everything is tasty.

Welcomed with a smile, homey environment, clean! Burger was delicious, made to order!! Wings and fries were crispy! I will go back for breakfast, pancakes looked delicious and they do have sugar free syrup!! read more