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The Ingredients

4.4 (181 reviews)
Closed • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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Chorizo breakfast burrito
Tatyanna R.

This was such a feel-good breakfast experience. Good food, genuinely welcoming service, and an atmosphere where I could sit down, breathe, look at the menu, and order like a human being instead of feeling like I'm holding up the entire operation. Not pictured the mixed Kool-aid slushie that definitely saved me from that 90 plus degree heat that day.

Julie N.

Lovely brunch/soul food spot Very clean - tables were wiped thoroughly Service was attentive and good Pancakes bomb.com light fluffy crispy edges The syrup was not too sweet Catfish crispy n good w the cajun sauce The wings so yummy and flavorful by itself and huge Would def be back to try mroe brunch items

Ichy M.

the food is really good and good service wonderful smiling peeps... recommended good ambiance, a must try food

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Aunje M.

New breakfast FAVORITE unlocked Accessibility (like did I get lost trying to find it): 10/10 amazing signage Food: Catfish & Grits 10/10 Lemon pepper?!?!? Yes pls! Server: Gari 10/10 She was AMAZING and super helpful Service: OUTSTANDING-EXCELLENT-SUPERB...10/10 no notes. Overall Vibes: 30/10 Wishlist: Get guest WiFi. If I could have worked I would have stayed for breakfast and lunch

Pancakes and stuff
MaryJ N.

The food was good. I didn't like the pancakes. They were cinnamon like. Service was good. Nice ambiance. I'd go back.

Chilaquiles rojos
Danielle G.

Great service, tasty food, clean spot. Food was 10/10. Fresh/hot and cooked to order even though it was a full house for breakfast. The pancakes were so good. My picky husband really enjoyed his food too. I'd like to add that every single staff greeted us - whether they served us or not so I really appreciated that. I will definitely come again and try more things. My baby ate all my chicken lol - gotta come again without him ahah. The bathroom was also spotless. High marks on all accounts.

Sam Cooke plate comes with 3 Pancakes
Francis V.

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.

Catfish and grits
Rhonda F.

This restuarant has a nice small homie feel. They made the most in utilizing every inch of their seating area with the use od booths, bar stool like seating, and small tables. Great pictures of famous folks on the wall. In addition a number of big screen TV with amble view where ever you are sit. We had a party of six qhich includes two children. We arrived on a Sunday at 1:15pm and it was packed and our party had to stand outside. We did not get seated until 2:30pm. The expectation we figured due to the time it will be busy but we would have like more contact by the greeter as to the status of our possibility of getting seated. My cousins had to go in to try to get status even to obtain chairs to sit on in the hot sun. Once aeated we all placed our order. I selected the grits with catfish with lemonade. The grits had cheese on it was cook well, the catfish was fried well and it taste delicious.

Platter of everything
Chloe P.

The food was absolutely delicious, the portions were generous, and everything came out fresh and flavorful. From the chicken and waffles to the pancakes, French toast, grits, and fried fish, every dish was cooked perfectly. The service was outstanding, friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. Great atmosphere, amazing comfort food, and excellent customer service. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a great breakfast or brunch experience! 10/10 across the board. Antwan was amazing. The entire staff was very friendly phenomenal attitudes. Very well done I must say.

Food was nasty they have roaches and the attitudes sucked not sure if it's cause it was my first time but will be my last. they had a roach on the table crawling doesn't matter they have you on a recorded line cussing me out. calling me a b and telling me to suck your little thing your off doordash sir. i just had to spit nothing illegal about that. didn't do it in your store it's public property

Fried chicken with Red beans and rice

Thank you The Ingredients!! My family and I came here for lunch during the Hawthorne location's soft opening and we were greeted with pleasant smiles and kindness. Today they were offering two pieces of chicken with red beans and rice. Both tasted amazing! We can't wait to come try the full menu.

Sam Cooke
Janay J.

Ordered the Sam Cooke. The chicken was seasoned well, really enjoyed how creamy the grits were. The pancakes were sweet and reminded me more of a dessert

Scrambled Eggs with Cheddar Cheese & Green Onions
S J.

This place is exceptional! Some of the best food I've had in a long time. The flavor is amazing. The atmosphere feels like home. The customer service is top notch. Pam was the best server and the staff works together as a team. I can't wait to come back and tell/bring others. Don't change a thing, well except maybe add a egg option on the Sam Cooke, lol. I LOVE The Ingredients!

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Food was amazing, had the chicken and waffles 10/10! Our server Mary was also so sweet, definitely coming back for another brunch.

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Food and atmosphere was great. Customer service and servers were amazing! Would recommend this restaurant to locals and Compton residents.

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this is my second time having this place. love it. and let me just say... mary. you are the best. you deserve a raise!!

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The food was really good, staff was friendly! It was a little warm. Overall, I loved the atmosphere. I will be back!!

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Ive been seeing this restaurant online and wanted to try. Mary was great! Great service. Very helpful, kind, and patient.

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Food was excellent. Customer service was excellent. I had the catfish and grits. The ambiance was relaxing and confortable

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Great place, great food, great service the staff also had great customer service highly recommend

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omg... get here asap... customer service was amazing, food fire, no long wait, clean....

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Service is 10/10 . Meme is very polite . Owner greets you and makes conversation . everybody is very friendly and polite .

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