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    The Serving Spoon

    4.3 (3.1k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Matthew V.

    The Serving Spoon is always a must-visit whenever I'm in Los Angeles. The vibe, energy, music, and food are consistently top tier. This visit, I ordered the salmon croquette with cheese, grits, eggs, and a waffle. Everything came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The customer service was outstanding, and the staff made the experience even better. It's one of those places that never disappoints and continues to be a staple every time I'm in LA.

    Jes D.

    We were able to be seated immediately at the counter, though there was a little bit of a wait if we wanted a booth, which was fine because we are counter people. Immediately, after sitting down, we were asked what we wanted to drink and hot coffee was brought right over. Not too long after that, the server took our order with a smile and we waited not long at all for it to have been as packed out as it was to receive our food. We ordered two Spooner Breakfasts, one with scrambled eggs with cheese, pork sausage, homestyle potatoes, and a biscuit and the other was two eggs over easy with bacon, cornbread, and grits. When I tell you every single thing was absolutely incredible I'm not lying. Those homestyle potatoes were easily the best I've ever had, and I'm a potato girlie. Unfortunately we don't live too close, but if we did this would easily be our breakfast spot.

    Keia C.

    I love to come here and eat before I get my day started in Los Angeles and this time I went before hitting up LAX. It was a bit frustrating that they wouldn't seat us before our guest arrived especially since we had somewhere to be by a certain time. We decided to just forget about our guest and get seated since we were starving in a small, four person seated area but once our fourth showed up it was so uncomfortable and tight! I have been trying to be good so I didn't want to get anything super sweet, deciding to go with just eggs, potatoes, turkey bacon and toast. I love that they give you four pieces of bacon and I especially love that they have non pork options! The bacon was cooked crispy just the way I like it but the potatoes were not good to me at all. I'm not sure if they douse them with ketchup or not but they had a red tint to them. I will continue to come here to get some great non-pork breakfast. The service is always super friendly and nice. I love a good family oriented and operated place!

    Waffle, eggs with cheese, fried chicken wings, red beans and rice, cornbread, mac and cheese, turkey bacon
    Jasmine M.

    Best, crispiest chicken wings I've had in my life. Everything I got was delicious. Everything. The cornbread was like the best cornbread I've had. It was grilled and came with honey butter-- can't stop thinking about that :)

    Chicken Wings (5)
    Marshaun H.

    Food Quality & Taste- 5/5 -Potatoes- 4/5 -Grits- 4/5 -Waffle- 5/5 -Chicken Wings- 6/5 The serving spoon was sooo great! All the food came out HOT! I got "The Big Spoon" and the name is absolutely appropriate. I didn't finish it all. Standouts? Those chicken wings! The waffle was also very good. They're a think waffle, as a heads up! Atmosphere-3/5 It's a laid by diner. Old school R&B music was on, the tv was playing and it was nice vibe. Totally compliments the comfort food that you're eating. Service- 5/5 Service was fast, very courteous and personable. I had to spend a certain amount to use a coupon I had and the sever was very supportive and accommodating. Value- 5/5 Totally worth it. No comments on the value. I'll be back! Opportunities for Learning- 3/5 This is a typical "southern," soul food restaurant. Not much to learn, but much to enjoy! As a note. They are James Beard award winners, so that was really cool to lean.

    CSA OR CUSTOMER SERVICE ALL-STAR CYNTHIA
    Robert G.

    Popped in today for fairly traditional breakfast. Went with an extra sausage link which I didn't touches I overestimated my hunger. Smh The grits, sausage link, and eggs were made to order- another great experience. I didn't get the name of the main server, as there were more than one who actually helped out. Today was more of a team like effort-which was fine. The last thing of note is the timing when you descend on this business. If you're going to come after the morning rush, you're absolutely going to be good to go whether you are solo as I was or in a larger party. Count on a wait time of about 5 to 10 minutes max. On the other hand, if you're doing a real morning breakfast in a true morning time slot, be prepared to wait a while, and make that reservation via Yelp as soon as you arrive. And during the morning rush, even coming by yourself won't necessarily mean you're going to be able to bypass any lines and go straight to the bar-as I found that out on a recent visit. All in all another great experience.

    Waffle CHICKEN BREAST 2 EGGS Home style POTATOES MAC & CHEESE YAMS RED SNAPPER French Toast CHICKEN WINGS CORN BREAD
    Esteban E.

    Pros: -Super friendly staff who are quick to serve you despite the long lines and wait times -The CORN BREAD. This was a favorite in our group because unlike many locations in So Cal, this one was NOT overtly sweet. Instead the corn bread was salty. The texture was perfectly crumbling in the inside yet firm with a crisp slightly burnt crust on the outside. Add some honey and butter and this was DELICIOUS. -The cinnamon butter. The waffles came with a delicious cinnamon butter that added a great flavor to the waffles. -The Chicken Wings. They were perfectly cooked making them piping hot when they arrived and were simple but delicious. Cons: -Dry Food. The fried chicken breast, red snapper, and waffles all tasted over cooked. The chicken breast was butterflied so it was very thin, not like a traditional bone in breast. I think this led to a drier chicken. Similarly, the red snapper tasted dry around the edges of the fish where it was thinner. Lastly, the waffles were a mix. The cinnamon butter added a great flavor yet the texture of the waffles were dry meaning I added more syrup and butter to soften them up. By comparison, the French toast were super soft and fluffy but lacked the cinnamon flavor. Final thought: -Overall, I would defiantly recommend this place for the great hospitality and great options. Not everything is a hit but if you stick to wings, corn bread, and French toast with cinnamon butter, you would be have a lights out dinning experience!!!

    The Spooner Breakfast (Turkey Sausage, Scrambled Eggs w/cheese and Green Onions) and Grits. Tasty.
    Ernest R.

    Been some time since dinning here and it has always been a valuable experience. Food fresh and cooked with care and attention. Service professional, personable, like you're at your cousins. The crowd is always on ten. Ordered the Spooner Breakfast. Had a taste for Turkey Sausage Patties Eggs (w/cheese and Green Onions) Grits Sourdough Toast and Coffee. My meal hit the table not too long after, cooked to perfection with all fresh ingredients. All I had to do at that point was tap a little Seasoning Salt and Pepper on the Grits (with a dab of Butter) and chow down. Had to hit the Buttered Sourdough Toast with some Grape Jelly and there was just no looking back after that. Everything paired well together. I literally had a fork with Turkey Sausage Scrambled Eggs and Grits on almost every bite. Nostalgic. Like my Mothers kitchen growing up. The Hosts Servers and Staff were all great adding to a great experience. They owe me nothing for today's meal and experience. Got everything I came for. Gratitude and give thanks to The Serving Spoon for a very pleasurable Breakfast experience that I look forward to repeating.

    Karen C.

    Pretty consistent neighborhood restaurant. The turkey chops were good but cooked a little too hard for me. Grits were nice and thick. Waffle tastes like it was made with wheat flour and was a bit rubbery. Eggs were prepared well. Coffee is a little mild but hot. Food was hot. Service was fast. We were charged for one meal x2 but thankfully caught it before paying.

    Belinda J.

    I haven't been here in a couple of years. I decided to stop in this morning. The food is just outstanding- if you're looking for a good southern breakfast. This is the place to definitely visit for those of you that are visiting out of the country for FIFA . I'm telling you this is the place to come and have a wonderful delicious down home southern breakfast. I had scrambled eggs, egg whites with spinach and a little cheese the wings - fried wings. They were excellent not too greasy. The home fries potatoes were cooked to perfection. They were better than mine and I know mine are good. Pancakes were nice and hot. The Service was outstanding. I highly would recommend this place. For those of you who live in Los Angeles or in the neighbouring area please stop in. This is a wonderful place. I will tell you it's crowded. It is a little crowded but it's worth the wait! Bon appétit!

    Tha Champ

    Good food when you come to Inglewood you must and try tha pork chops with 2sides also grab that chicken salad fried or baked.

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    Rachel M.

    Great customer service, good food, and difficult parking. I would come back, but I feel the fish and chicken was overly done, I was hoping for something more juicy. Other than that, great flavors and menu options.

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    Lana J.

    This place is really popular so come early and be prepared to wait. The food is good and the staff is really nice!! Definitely recommend.

    Fried turkey chops, grits, scrambled eggs and orange juice.

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    I love this place. The chicken sausage was incredible.

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    Friendliest service! Spot on food. Love me some grits all the time! You can also play California Lottery there so winning again.

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    The food was excellent! The wait was about 40 mins but eventually worth it. The service was great!

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    The food was delicious!!!! Omg.The service was great, and well worth the wait.Oh, and did I mention the complimentary Mimosa on Sundays!

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    Do you cater?

    Yes, please send us an email to info@theservingspoon.net

    Do you serve/offer chittIins?

    Unfortunately, we do not serve chittlins

    Are there soy-free options? What kind of oil do they cook in?

    The Serving Spoon does not provide a vegan option. This is a traditional African American Breakfast and Dinner cafe. The cook in Vegetable and Corn oils.

    Do they have gluten free options?

    No, but done dishes may be gluten free already... like Meats and eggs?

    As of June 28, are they open for dine-in? Do they by any chance have either patio or other outdoor dining like on the sidewalk or in a parking lot?

    Yes, with limited seating inside and 3 tables outside.

    Do you deliver?

    Probably not....

    How long is the waiting time?

    1.5 hours on a Saturday morning.

    Do they take reservations?

    They don't :(

    Is this place good for large group of 9?

    Ken, it really depends on the day and time. On busy days (the weekend) you need to call ahead. Others days not so much. But they have the space to accommodate large parties. You can even speak to management about closing the entire restaurant for a… 

    What is the best time to beat the crowd?

    Go on a random day like TUESDAY AT 1000 no wait

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    Rusty Pot Café

    Rusty Pot Café

    4.2
    (986 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    Howdy folks. In this edition of Nasty Nathanial's "Nasty" reviews I am going to be telling you all…read moreabout a groovy little place called The Rusty Pot Cafe. What is there to say about The Rusty Pot Cafe? Actually, there is a lot to say and I am going to get into that right now. So strap on your safety belts because we're blasting off to good ol' Inglewood. Located in the heart of Downtown Inglewood, this place truly is a gem. I first came here back in 2018 when myself and a fellow activist known as the Angry Gay Pope came to Inglewood to do an infiltration of the Scientology Org located directly across the street. I could go on and on about that place. But this review isn't about Scientology. It's about The Rusty Pot Cafe. But before we could begin our work, we decided to go grab a bite to eat. This was how I first discovered The Rusty Pot Cafe. So fast forward to 2026, I found myself back in Los Angeles. I had traveled there with a friend of mine who had some legal matters to attend to at the LAX Courthouse. We won't get into that either. So instead of sitting around in court all morning, I decided to head on over to The Rusty Pot Cafe. I ended up walking all the way from the LAX Courthouse over to Downtown Inglewood. For those of you reading this who live in LA may be asking yourself, why didn't he just take the Metro? That's a good question. By the time I arrived at The Rusty Pot Cafe I had worked up quite an appetite. One of the first things I noticed upon arrival is that they still had the same style sign hanging over the entrance. It's like one of those banner type of signs with the businesses name and phone number on it. You know the kind you'd see hanging on the side of a flatbed truck during a parade. I love it. I like how they haven't changed the sign's style. To me a sign like this ads character to the place. Plus it brought back memories from my original visit here. Upon walking into The Rusty Pot Cafe I was immediately flooded with a boatload of memories. This place was exactly how I remembered it. White walls with black tables and pieces of art hanging on the walls. It's not over the type flashy. But not a Plain Jane kind of a place either. More of a humble kind of a feel. Just enough character to make you feel right at home. Or at least to me it did. Anyways, I walked over to one of the tall tables and sat down. It wasn't long before I was greeted by a friendly, and handsome, Latino waiter. He was friendly and had the smile of a Hollywood actor. But not a phony kind of way that you see at a lot of restaurants where the servers are constantly trying to upsell you. It was that of a waiter who really cares about the customers he is serving. He didn't hesitate to bring me some freshly brewed coffee. This really hit the spot as would the burger that would soon follow. Now I'm not going to be shy when I say that The Rusty Pot Cafe has the best burger in all of Los Angeles. I know that may seem like a bold statement. But it's true. I've eaten at a lot of burger joints in and around LA and I've stuffed some tasty burgers into my belly. But none of them have tasted near as good as The Rusty Pot Cafe's burger. It puts In-N-Out's burgers to shame. The angus beef is soooooooo delicious and they cook it just the way meat should be cooked for a burger. Not well done and not rare either. But just enough so that those wonderful flavors come out of the patty and into your mouth. My oh my did this hit the spot. So did the flavor able fries that were served with the burger. Seriously The Rusty Pot Cafe's house burger is AMAZING! I highly recommend it. This burger is better than sex. The service at The Rusty Cafe is also top notch. The waiters were very attentive and are always checking on the customers to see if any of us needed more coffee or water or another margarita. Hold it. They don't serve margaritas here. You got to go to Los Amigos for that. But I think you get the idea. I really dig this. One thing I hate is when you go somewhere to eat and the servers let your drink go empty. Then you got to flag someone down in order to get some more coffee or whatever you're drinking. That is such rubbish. But that is not a problem at The Rusty Pot Cafe. Their servers will make sure your cup gets refilled before it goes empty. These folks are right on top of it. So if you have gotten to this point, I am sure you will see that I really love The Rusty Pot Cafe. I live about 3 hours north of Los Angeles and I would make a trip down there just so I can go eat at The Rusty Pot Cafe. And that's real talk. So if you happen to be in the LA area and want to fill your belly with some delicious food, I highly recommend that you make the trek over to Downtown Inglewood and check out The Rusty Pot Cafe. I know I will. Plus I'd like to see that handsome waiter again. Wink, wink. Thank you for reading and may the burgers continue to be better than.... Ok, ok. I think you get the idea. Happy trails. NASTY NATHANIAL

    It was my first time at this restaurant and it was so delicious! I went with my friends for a catch…read moreup. Our server, Miguel, was amazing and he made the experience great. He was always checking on us. I got the catfish po'boy and shared a waffle with my friend. Everything was very tasty. I even got a sweet tea. The portions were great and I'm still so full. The restaurant was clean and it was a great place for me and my friends to catch up. It's street parking with pay to park. I made a wrong turn and stumbled upon a two hours for free parking and walked over. Thank you again to Miguel and if I'm in the area again, I would go back!

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    Cadoro Bakery

    Cadoro Bakery

    4.6
    (148 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$
    30 years in business
    Locally owned & operated

    If you know, you know. Hidden away in Inglewood, Cadoro Bakery has become one of those places I…read morekeep coming back to because they simply don't miss. The folded egg sandwich is phenomenal, but the real game-changer is adding their house-made turkey sausage. I tried it once, and now it's hard to order anything else. It's packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and easily one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had. The pastries are just as impressive. I had a seasonal peach Danish that was incredible, and the peach monkey bread with vanilla glaze was absolutely out of this world. Thankfully I had a couple of people to share it with, because otherwise I probably would've eaten the whole thing myself. The coffee is consistently excellent, the atmosphere is warm and tucked away from the hustle, and you can tell they care about every detail. One thing many people may not realize is that their brioche buns are so good they're featured at other popular neighborhood restaurants. Great food. Great coffee. Great people. Every visit reminds me why this place has earned a permanent spot on my list. If you're anywhere near Inglewood, do yourself a favor and stop by. You'll probably be planning your next visit before you leave.

    I just picked up a breakfast burrito with ham And…read moreboyyyyyyyyy let me tell you. ITS BOMB!!!!!!!Definitely big enough to save the other half for lunch . I don't live in the area so I'm glad I was able to find this place after my delivery. Keep serving them delicious burritos

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    Toast & Thai

    Toast & Thai

    4.5
    (101 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$
    Free parking
    Free WiFi

    Wow such a great find!! Can't believe how close this is to the beach and next to LAX and my hotel…read more Cute and quaint all day Thai cafe really love what they did here. Super laid back great spot to grab breakfast with friends and family or even impress that one foodie friend you haven't seen in a while! Now to the food! I ordered the Best Avocado toast, house made chimichurri, honey, nori goma, radish, and power green, sourdough! Fantastic so good prob the best avocado I've ever had ngl I've had some good ones but yeah wasn't overly sweet either had a great balance truly enjoyed this one! I also ordered a Breakfast croissant, well because I'm a foodie, which was absolutely delicious! Super flakey croissant with egg, cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon, spicy mayo. Egg and bacon cooked just right all the flavors came together like a perfect bite every time. Even the tomato was red and brought a nice touch to the whole sandwich. The waitress was super busy as she was the only one running the front. She crushes it I've seen bigger restaurants struggle with more staff and less people. Thank you so much for letting change tables mid dinning to sit outside is the sun!!! I was truly impressed because this was the type of restaurant I was looking for this morning near my hotel and had healthy breakfast options and was local! Absolutely coming back to this gem anytime I'm in the area.. Thank you so Toast & Thai love your little cafe! Can't wait to try the other menu items, like the Biscotti's lovers waffles!!!

    After seeing the great reviews, I decided to give Toast & Thai a try. Unfortunately, my experience…read morewas just okay. I didn't leave disappointed, but I also didn't leave feeling like I'd want to come back. The restaurant itself is clean, modern, and has a nice atmosphere. It feels like one of those places where you'd meet up with friends, relax, and chat for a while. Visually, it makes a great first impression. The food, however, was average. I ordered the Best Avocado Toast, and while it wasn't bad, it's hard to justify the price. At the end of the day, it's avocado on toast, and I've honestly had more flavorful versions elsewhere for less money. The smoked salmon toast was also underwhelming. The salmon surprisingly lacked much of that smoky flavor, and the bread felt thicker than the toppings themselves, making the balance a little off. The shrimp Tom Yum soup was probably my biggest disappointment. At $14, I expected something with bold, authentic flavors. Instead, it tasted fairly basic. It had the citrusy notes you'd expect, but it was sweeter than I prefer, likely because of the amount of cherry tomatoes used. The service is where things became frustrating. We waited around 20 minutes before our order was taken, then roughly another 30 minutes before food started coming out. What made it more frustrating was that everything arrived at completely different times. The matcha latte came first, then the Tom Yum soup, and it was another 20 minutes before the rest of the entrées arrived. We ended up waiting so everyone could eat together instead of one person eating while everyone else watched. Normally I don't mind waiting if a restaurant is busy, but based on many of the Yelp reviews, this doesn't seem like a one-time occurrence. A common theme is that there's only one server running the dining room. Our waitress was friendly and polite, but she was clearly overwhelmed, juggling six or more tables by herself. I don't blame her--I blame the staffing. At one point I even watched someone wait over 30 minutes for two specialty drinks because the server was busy with other tables. That really summed up the experience. If the food had completely blown me away, I could overlook the long wait. Unfortunately, the flavors were simply average, so the overall experience didn't justify the prices or the time spent waiting. Would I come back? Probably not. I'm glad I gave it a try because it's a nice-looking café, but with average food, premium prices, and consistently slow service, there just wasn't enough to make me want to return.

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