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    The Ingredients

    4.6 (149 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    THE INGREDIENTS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    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.

    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.

    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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    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

    Fabulous Pancakes alone are the Champs!

    AMAZING! This food went beyond expectations. This was that " Slap yo Mama kind of food ". I judge breakfast places by their pancakes and these were SPECTACULAR! The pancakes were perfectly cooked with that golden brunt crispy edge and buttery flavor phenomenon. The grits were perfectly creamy and buttery just like I like them. Now, the Chicken Wings were so good, I ordered extra. The ambiance is family oriented. This place truly has made me feel like part of their family. I feel like Norm from the TV show Cheers, "Where everyone knows Your Name". Blessings to everyone in This Place, The Ingredients!

    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.

    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

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    Candace R.

    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

    The whole ensemble. The Sam Cooke. 3 Stack Pancakes. And a delicious Cup of Coffee.
    Ernest R.

    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.

    An awesome brunch plate. Forgot to get a before photo.
    Kevin J.

    The food is good! I had the chicken and waffles! The chicken was seasoned well and the waffle was crispy on the outside and tender on the center. No notes.

    Home Fries Potato's, Grits! Fried Chicken!
    Adrienne M.

    OMG I went there this Morning and this place did NOT Disappoint! Food was Off the Chain! And the Waitress visited my Table 3 times before my food came just to check on me! I truly appreciate that! And another waitress came by and ask how's it going after my Food was dropped off! Quiet inside and well put together! Not very Busy looking inside! But there was plenty of folks in there eating! I had a seat near the door but still NOT a bad seat! And a lot of orders were going out the door! I give this place an A+!

    Chicken and waffles

    I was hungry and searching for a place to get some good food and get some work done. The food was absolutely delicious. I got the chicken and waffles and both were amazing. There were two waitresses who were very attentive, joyful, and seemed happy to there. I went on a Friday morning, so it wasn't too busy. The food came out fast and the coffee was hot, I was absolutely joyful about that. I would definitely recommend if you are in the area. The only thing I would note is that, I felt rushed to pay the bill and get out. I didn't get to stay and get some work done. Hopefully, next time I am able to enjoy it and not feel rushed to pay the bill and leave.

    Blackened salmon sandwich, which could've used a little more blackened season but good
    Name Poetry Keepsakes I.

    Always crowded. The service is amazing though we wind up taking our food to go overrated to me, but I guess it's worth a shot. The food and seasoning was pretty basic. I feel they could afford to cook the vegetables in the smothered potatoes a little longer. I like that they do give you a nice proportion. They don't have iced coffee and the prices are reasonable.

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    Everything on the menu is quality and cooked to perfection. Favorite go to spot! Great vibes and quick priority service!

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

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

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

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    Delicious food! Made with love, you can tell they care about the ingredients also I love that they serve "normal" sized chicken lol

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    Great customer service! Antwon made sure that all his guests were taken care of! I ordered the Asada omlette and it was delish!

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    I came on a Monday morning and there was a short wait for two people. The host and service were all…read morequick and attentive which was really nice. It's a small space so the restaurant has a very casual and cozy vibe. The posters and menu does look like it was made with AI which is really off putting. I ordered the Southern and the biscuits and gravy we huge, but surprisingly light and not too dense. It was pretty alright, but country gravy always is elevated by more pepper and some tabasco. The potatoes were well seasoned and the bites with the extra crisp on them were the best. The cinnamon roll pancakes were really tasty and the small bits of burnt cinnamon sugar were really tasty. I was hoping the cream cheese frosting had a bit more cream cheese taste but still good.

    There are two locations in Gardena, and this one has better parking and a more spacious interior…read more The atmosphere is lively and it's almost always busy. The staff are friendly and welcoming. They greet you when you arrive and also say goodbye when you leave, which I really appreciate. They have a separate kids menu with plenty of options. The overall menu is diverse as well. It's not just breakfast, but also tacos, pancakes, sandwiches, and salads. My go-to dish is the Original Loaded Hash Browns. It's really delicious and the portion size is just right. I also tried the Cobb salad with added chicken. It was fresh, but the dressing was a bit heavy and slightly salty. Unfortunately, I found a small piece of plastic in it, but when I mentioned it, they handled it well and removed it from the bill. The music is good, but the speakers don't seem to be in great condition, so the sound quality could be better.

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