Everything was so good! The smothered chicken had the right amount of flavor, the bellpepper and onions on top added to the greatness of the chicken. The gravey on the rice was a plus because I love rice. The mac and cheese was on point. The greens were bomb, a little too spicy for me, so I switched to cabbage, which my mother loved because she ate my greens and loved it. The cabbage was bomb also. My mom got the red snapper, which she said was gonna be good by the looks of it And it did not disappoint! Everything was delicious! We ordered an 8 piece to go because that was the original plan.. We will go back read more

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Last time I ate here, the food was pretty decent. But they seem to be closed now. There is a FOR SALE sign posted in the window and the doors have not been open, nor the lights on for a few weeks. read more

Seriously people, get your information right. I parked in the back at 3 and a worker comes out yelling CLOSED. I asked when they're open and he tells me...Saturday. How do you run a business opening and closing when you feel like it wasting your customers time? Good grief! read more

Great food and service they catered my champagne party 15 years ago and I still eat here til this day

Very good southern food including fried chicken here at Dare U To Care Grill/Golden Bird. It's a combination of a southern food restaurant and a Golden Bird fried chicken franchise, located on Western Ave and 149th in Gardena. The oxtails are my favorite. They have delicious smothered pork chops, meatloaf and turkey. Their gravy is tasty! I also had the turkey chops, which I should have ordered with that gravy. The fried chicken is very good, and you can occasionally get it on special -- I've been there twice on Sundays when they've had a 2-piece special with fries for $2.99. I've also seen a bbq special on weekends. The turkey dinner I had was also a Sunday special, it included a big wing on top of a bed of stuffing, two sides and a bit of cranberry sauce. The sides are fine, I liked the mac n cheese, string beans & potatoes, potato salad, red beans, black eyed peas, corn and collard greens. During these Covid times the small dining room is closed, everything is to go. Social distancing and masks are enforced, and there's hand sanitizer if you need it. You can wait outside for your order, it usually around 15-20 minutes, but a lot of folks call their orders in advance for pick-up. Parking is easy, non-metered street parking readily available plus there's a small parking lot behind the business. Dare U To Care Grill is owned by the same folks who operate the Dare U To Care substance abuse facilities around LA. The restaurant helps support the work of the care centers. You can eat well and support a good cause while you're at it. Ok read more

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FYI - the open times here on Yelp is incorrect. They don't open until 11 am on weekdays, and they're closed on Tuesday & Wednesday. I came here for lunch with a friend, and we both got the fried chicken. They were juicy, tasty, and crispy. I love how you can get what type of chicken you want (breast, thigh, drumsticks, etc), and they are cooked to order. We also got to try most of their sides, and my favorites were Mac N cheese, greens, and red beans and rice. Oh, their cornbread was also delicious! We're definitely returning! read more

I work in this area and was on lunch so this food spot caught my eyes and I took a chance and as soon as I got there I was greeted with a ( how you doing ) and I said hungry lol and I asked her for there 4 pc a bit a Mac and rice with gravy . Then my food came so I began to eat ones of the customers was like you enjoying the food and with a mouth full I swallowed the food and said yes!!!!! I will be returning and oh yeah house made kool-aid can't go wrong tell them BiiGWORM21 sent you read more

Dare U To Care Grill - Fried chicken Mac and cheese Rice and gravy Kool-Aid - Soul Food Near Me - Gardena, California

For this place to be so delicious they are never open waste of time gas and internet it's very disappointing that they are supposed to be open from renovation on the 6 here I've wasted my time traveling all the way here read more

Not sure what their hours are anymore! But when they are open the food is pretty decent not exactly my go to soul food spot, but I'd go here if Darrows or Gotta Have It were closed. It's a solid third option if you're looking for Soul food in the Harbor/La area. The restaurant overall is very clean and put together pretty nice on the inside. The only negative mark I have is that they're never open and the hours on Yelp aren't the actual hours of operation. read more

Food very tasty and fresh. The Dishes are very good. I'm going To try more menu items 4- star. read more

We were looking for ribs. Went to smoking Jonny but they don't have tables to eat in. We discovered DUTC, one block away. We had the rib special. Delicious. Potato salad and beans were amazing. Everyone working here is really nice. I will come back so I can try everything on the menu! So far, 5 stars! read more

A passerby saw us looking at the menu and said this place was IT. We went in and had the best fried chicken I've had in years--I could have ordered just the crispy, crackly skin and been happy. Plus, the candied yams were amazing! We're coming back to this place. read more

I was craving peach cobbler. Called in and they only had one left. I ordered the cobbler, Turkey chops, greens, and yams. The food was bomb dot com. Service was friendly and professional. This is a gem of a find. Do yourself a favor dine in or take home. The menu is big. My food was next level life changing. read more

Dare U To Care Grill - Turkey chops, Collards, and yams. so good - Soul Food Near Me - Gardena, California

I called Dare U To Care for a catering order, I paid upfront and ordered chicken, greens, and Mac and cheese. When I came in to pick up my food, it was ready right on time - and fresh out of the oven! The staff was extremely accommodating and helped us carry the food to the car. Now for the food. AMAZING! The mac was the first to go...and the greens were seasoned perfectly. The chicken was delicious as well, juicy with crispy skin. Definitely will hit them up for future catering orders. read more

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The food is super Good & the koolaid just top it off! I love the staff & excellent customer service here. Everything is fire!! read more

Dare U To Care Grill - Oxtails, Mac'n cheese & Greens. - Soul Food Near Me - Gardena, California

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Taste soo good! Seasoned & crispy! I been going often since I work down the street! Always Fresh & the people are nice! read more

Dare U To Care Grill - Chicken Strips & Fries! - Soul Food Near Me - Gardena, California

Good customer service. They must be under new ownership or management because the food DID NOT HIT the same at all. They're DEFINITELY under new cooks. The fried chicken was horrendous and DRY AS HELL. SHEESH!! The fried chicken used to be their staple. Zero soul in that soul food!! read more

Sub par soul food with even WORST service! Why can't our people do better? We have the nerve to charge money for a delicious and quality restuarant style meal and the gall to NOT deliver! -no customer service! Not even a basic hello or half smile! -getting condiments for a fish meal turned into an argument! They are too goddamn slow and offer no apologies. Screw this raggedy ass joint! The name of this joint is an oxymoron if there ever was one! read more

Great soul food joint. Clean, friendly and decorative. Staff was friendly, attentive and helpful. Food was tasty. Portion sizes were great. Menu options were good. Place is a little tight but that's okay. If you go after church get there before the crowd. Mac and cheese was cheesy and the pork chops were big read more

If it were possible to leave a zero rating I'd do that. Today's date Dec 26th and I placed my order at 2:32pm. I ordered a 8 piece and 4 piece fried chicken. Was told it would take15 minutes. It's currently 3:19pm and still not ready. How long does it take to fry chicken??? Well I know and it generally takes 15-18 minutes. Something is definitely wrong with the service and customer focus at this business. Do not recommend order anything at this location. read more

Food is better than your favorite granny, auntie, and yo momma. They never fail ever time.

We had not been here for a minute, and some of the other local restaurants were not open yet. Had the craving for some grits and some good Soul Food - so it being a Saturday, we were lucky our cravings matched their one day during the week that they serve breakfast! The star of the show was definitely the Pork Chops I had never had a pork chop that I've liked until I came here. Thick cut, juicy, and lip smacking' delicious! We also got the insider tip that their Turkey Chop is just as good. With me not being a turkey fan, we will definitely need to come back and give it a shot because their pork chop got me believing! We also had the chicken and waffles Chicken was just right (by the way, they also serve Golden Bird Chicken here for all you fried chicken fiends!), but the waffle came up a little short being on the all soft side. We like ours with a little bit of crunch on the ends. Grits were great, and the serving size was plentiful. So depending on your hunger level, one serving could possibly be shared. Service is down to earth, genuine, and nice. There is also a side room where you can host a small-medium sized private party too. All in all, a spot that's locked into our Breakfast Rotation for sure. read more

Quality food has gone WAY down since the ..... Chicken not fresh, dried out as if it has been sitting....... Chicken strips made TOTALLY different, texture doesn't seem like real read more

DISGUSTING & DISAPPOINTING. All these reviews must be proof read by the owner. Food had absolutely NO FLAVOR. It tasted like I was just eating cheese noodles as Mac n cheese with the worst under cooked meatloaf I've had in my life. The only thing good on my plate was the cabbage. My husband had the fried chicken combo with was bland and overly greasy. The only thing on his plate that he liked was the collard greens he said were quite delicious. Thank you for the "ok attitude" service but NEVER AGAIN. Save your money and go to Dulans in the same area read more

Dare U To Care Grill - Very plain meatloaf - Soul Food Near Me - Gardena, California

Please don't come here to eat they feed the homeless and the kids I want they serve the yogurt on the plate they takeoff the expiration date on the yogurt with sunblock we could die from that or get sick and they don't care because Mrs. Hamilton wants all the money and she cares less about her clients eating moldy bread 24 seven. Take care of your client miss and please add filter water to your houses cause I'm not trying to drink anymore sink water in my life thank you When I was living at her house we had a rat problem for five months and they didn't do anything about it so me and the clients had to put all the dishes in the back because we didn't want to rats on her plate and he made a big problem saying that we need to put the plates back how can you put them back when there's rats live in the house with mushrooms growing on the side read more

This is not the original golden bit they cut the bits in half it has no batter no crispiness and they were so hard I gave them to my dog for a snack and he turned his nose up read more

Dare U To Care Grill - The golden bits are cut in half and have no batter on them and not crispy - Soul Food Near Me - Gardena, California

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This place is a fraud. They are NEVER open, when I say NEVER I mean NEVER. This is my second time driving across town for this place and they're closed WAYYYYYY before closing hours . Don't waste your time read more

Great food and prices breakfast is a bargain great spot for some great food. Staff is friendly and helpful.

The food is good and the service is great. I really enjoyed my meal. I got the chicken breast with Mac and yams. Excellent. The deserts are yummy as well. read more

I've always been a person of second chances. Tried the chicken again today. AWESOME, it was fresh and delicious! Ordered a two piece meal with fries and a drink. I hate complaining but, here it is Wednesday, January 23rd at 12:30 p.m., LUNCH TIME, and the biscuits weren't ready! Janet would not have them ready for 30 minutes. Needless to say, I got a meal without a biscuit. UTTERLY RIDICULOUS!! We try to patronize our black owned businesses, but WHY SHOULD WE WHEN WE CONTINUE GETTING THE SAME RESULT!! I mean to tell you, they consistently disappoint! Again, UTTERLY RIDICULOUS!! read more

Dare U To Care Grill - WOULD YOU EAT THIS?!?! - Soul Food Near Me - Gardena, California

Always closed and just unprofessional and unpredictable. It's exhausting going there and it not being open nor do they answer the phone

This is a mom & pop joint that's a hidden jewel thanks so much for my dinner the chicken is moist crunchy and delicious the sides even better the service was excellent no complaints at all I highly recommend remind me of those chicken joints back in Chi town keep up the good cooking and down home service I'm pleased with my visit!! read more

Dare U To Care Grill - Fried chicken dinner - Soul Food Near Me - Gardena, California

Delicious . Cozy environment, even better food. Best soul food in town by far! read more

Dare U To Care Grill - Soul Food Near Me - Gardena, California

The best fried chicken ever!! Great service Great Food! We found it looking for a Soul Food restaurant on Yelp and what a gem! We had the Fried Chicken, Mac n Cheese, Collard Greens, Black eyed peas and rice. Are you hungry yet! So Amazing!!! I don't live in that area but we would definitely come back just to have their food again!! The best!! read more

Food was delicious, service was great. If you want some all around good soul food you won't be disappointed.

Great soul food place when you got that hankering for some fried chicken , catfish , collard greens , yam , Mac 'n' cheese . Parking on street is limited, wait time for food is kinda long so if eating in be prepared to wait cause they cook to order which is fine to me , food came out fresh and hot about 30 minutes. Suggest if just picking up call lay least 30 minutes ahead of time so food will be ready for you .... also known as Golden Bird so look for that sign over the roof top read more

I don't think you can say that you've had fried chicken until you've tried Dare U Too Care Grill (DUTCG). The chicken was tender and juicy. The flavor was absolutely perfect. I rolled in here after my visit to Smokin Johnny's BBQ down the street. My baby daddy came in here by accident thinking that I had instructed him to meet me here. After he told me about it, I had to peek in being the true Yelper that I am. DUTCG has a large dining area. I ordered two chicken pieces for $4.95. They were large drum sticks that came with pickles and hot sauce. The batter was flawless and the chicken was flawlessly executed. read more

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I called and waiting 10 minutes before even leaving my house. I get here , seeing as though I CALLED IN I was expecting to pay and go. Nope. I am currently waiting for my call in order to just get started. She literally tells the man " she's here you can start " MAM. If I wanted to wait on my order I would've came and waited. I know how chicken and fries work I have a oven if need be !! Food was good though. read more

I still remember the first time my cousin introduced me to DUTC Grill. It was the three of us, and we each ended up purchasing a small family meal so we could bring back the left overs later. Little did we know our definition of a small family meal is much different from DUTC Grill's! The pieces of chicken were huge, the sides huge, and the biscuits oh so delicious. I think we brought back over 70% of the meal even after we had stuffed our faces. The chicken is made fresh, so if it's a busy night and your dining in, you may have to wait a bit. The plus side is that the service here is the friendliest I've ever had. The staff here really does treat you like family. For Sides: I would recommend the yams, mash potatoes, and macaroni and cheese. I don't believe this place serves alcohol, but there are many delicious colas to select from. Give DUTC Grill a try if you're down for a home style cooked meal! If you're looking for a quick lunch fix, you may want to try to phone in your order ahead of time (if they allow it). read more

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Incredible. No other words to say. Everything was incredible. I'm glad I found this hidden gem. Definitely my go to spot for soul food from now on! read more