I had family in town, so we stop in for brunch. It was a group of three, so we were able to be seated fast. The hostess had a wonderful disposition as she greeted each of the guests. She informed us that the weight was thirty minutes and handed each of us with a menu. The menu is also QR coded. Server took our orders promptly after we were seated. After our was taken, she read it back to ensure all of the orders were correct. I order the salmon croquettes with black eye peas and green. My niece had all sides, greens, black eye peas, yams and rice and beans. My sister had fried chicken with greens and yams. We all were pleased with our meal and the service we received. The restaurant has counter seating as well as booth seating. Parking is limited. read more

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Heard so much good feedback I had to stop by. This location doesn't take reservations so it is walk in and first come first serve. We ordered almost a little bit of everything Salmon croquettes Catfish Cornbread Waffles Grits Eggs Sausage links Chicken wings We wanted to try the shrimp and grits but it's only offered on Sundays. The food was great, pretty solid breakfast food, service is excellent and very welcoming. I'll definitely return to try other additional items read more

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Food and Service was a unpleasant experience.My Senior Mom and I went to breakfast there had to wait at least 15mins then was seated food came fairly quick...was eating maybe about 30mins Mom Elderly and eats slowly. Cashier came and asked were we ready to cash out while still eating, then the owner came shortly and said they needed the table because people were waiting very rudely.If you have an establishment (Restaurant) you should definitely consider maybe a Senior Friendly area to seat them. And Please be considerate of other's because hopefully one day you may reach 90 years of age. I would advise SENIORS our families with SENIORS maybe pick another establishment to EAT!!!! read more

I ordered the shrimp and grits bowl (not exactly sure what they called it). Done somewhat differently but definitely tasty. Fried shrimp and grits with ground chicken sausage & beef gravy. There was a brief wait, as the restaurant seems to be perpetually busy. The hours are 8am to 2pm. Our visit was on a Friday just before noon. The service was very friendly and accommodating. Ambiance was casual dining, like a nice diner but with character. Parking lot was a challenge, but I found ample street parking nearby. read more

Excellence and well worth the wait. Been hearing about this spot so long and decided to come here after picking my friend from the airport on a Saturday morning. This spot is popular for a reason. Extremely friendly service, delicious food and mimosas taste great! My daughter devoured the French toast and I had a sausage breakfast burrito and 5 piece chicken wings. The chicken is perfectly cooked like it couldn't have been cooked better. The chicken slightly lacks on the seasoning but drop some hot sauce on it and it takes care of the job. Can't wait to come back and try some other things on the menu read more

The Serving Spoon - French toast and CHICKEN WINGS - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

This is my go to move after dropping someone off at LAX and realizing I'm way too hungry to drive home. The Serving Spoon in Inglewood has been taking care of me for decades at this point, which is wild to say out loud but also very earned. They've got a new, more simplified menu since my last visit, which honestly helps when it's early and you haven't fully become a person yet. I was able to grab a seat for one at the bar right away, no waiting, no awkward standing around. Ordered the Spooner Breakfast with eggs over medium, bacon, grits, and cornbread. The cornbread showed up warm with honey and butter, which immediately felt like the right decision. Everything was great. Straight up comforting breakfast food that knows exactly what it is. I hit the eggs and grits with Red Rooster hot sauce and washed it all down with coffee that was good and somehow never empty, which deserves its own shoutout. You pay at the front, you leave full and happy, and you remember why you keep coming back. It's not fancy, it's not trendy, it's just really solid. I'll always stop here when I'm in the area, especially after an airport run when I need breakfast that won't let me down. read more

The Serving Spoon - spooner breakfast with eggs over medium, bacon, grits, and cornbread - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

My wife and I love coming to The Serving Spoon everytime we come back to SoCal (she used to live in the neighborhood and is a longtime customer). I had liver and onions for the first time with grits, biscuit & eggs and let me tell you my tummy was happy! Do yourself a favor and give their soul food a try. It's worth waiting for a seat because it's that popular! read more

The Serving Spoon - Beef Liver w/onions & gravy, scrambled eggs, grits and a biscuit. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

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The Serving Spoon has been on my wish list of places to eat in LA for years and I finally made it! I arrived on a Friday around 11 and waited about 20 min for a seat at the counter for 1. They use Yelp waitlist so it was very efficient. My server was friendly and I absolutely loved the atmosphere. I need their playlist!! There's ample indoor seating and restrooms. The parking lot was packed but they have overflow parking in the Baptist church lot, which was very convenient and free. I ordered the catfish filet with mac n cheese and mashed potatoes with gravy. This meal also came with a huge slice of cornbread as a loaf, which I've never seen before. I'm from the South and have a good eye for comfort food, and this place hit the spot and checked all the boxes!! The catfish was piping hot - actually almost burned my mouth a few times so I would recommend eating the sides first. It tasted fresh and had a good flavor, but I also added some of the seasoned salt and hot sauce that was on the table. Would've loved some tartar sauce on the side but I didn't ask. The mac n cheese was probably my favorite - like liquid cheesy goodness with some spices for flavor!! The mashed potatoes tasted a lot like instant potatoes, which I like, and the brown gravy was really flavorful. The cornbread was super sweet, but with the real salted butter it was a perfect bite. I also got the lemonade which was very refreshing!! If you come here don't come in a rush, as there will probably be a wait any time of day since it's a popular spot. But once you're seated the service was pretty quick and I got the check fast since I'm sure they were eager to turn over tables. Prices are affordable and it's a really great value for the quality of food you get. I'll definitely come back! Thank you! read more

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The food is always authentic and delicious to the soul. The young lady was so nice and witty on a early Friday morning! Serving great! Ambiance read more

My friend and I stopped in for breakfast today after reading the article in the Sunday LA Times Lifestyle section about The Serving Spoon. The hype is real! There were people waiting outside to get in, but our wait was not long. I have to shout out the entire staff at The Serving Spoon for their excellent customer service and friendliness! The owner, Jessica, (the other owner is Justin) came over to each table to check on the comfort and happiness of every patron! That in and of itself is a rarity in LA dining and was so appreciated. This is true diner food which is my favorite and I loved it! I had The Big Spoon ($19.95) and it was worth every penny. I had the waffle (delicious and light) with sausage patties, and a side of skillet cornbread. My friend had the same breakfast with bacon and a biscuit. The portions are very hearty and you can order a Mini Spooner (half size) if you aren't that hungry. We also could not resist trying the 5 fried chicken wings ($6.25) that need their own pedestal! They were crunchy, perfectly cooked and outstanding. Coffee was very good as well. There is also a lunch menu that includes yummy treats like Salmon Croquettes, a Patty Melt, and tons of other delicious treats. Ambience is diner worthy and booths were very comfortable. There is also a counter for the real diner experience. We love The Serving Spoon and you will too! read more

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I woke up feeling a craving for hot grits, so I decided to drive to Los Angeles . What a wonderful place, Family owned establishment with great energy and good vibes. The grits were smooth and buttery just how I like them. I also ordered eggs sunny side to with a side of toast. Great five star experience and the price was really reasonable. Team Smiley read more

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Don't give it a second thought, just go. This was literally the best food I've ever had. So food that we tried to go again before we left but there was a power outage on the street. I had the fried red snapper and smasssshed. Also had the French toast and it was delicious. I usually get catfish which I love but I'm happy I got the snapper. Hubs got the catfish and it was really good but that snapppper, yes ma'am. I've decided we're doing an overnight trip so I can eat here two more times asap! There was a slight wait (that's how you know it's good) and the service was great. Lady up front with the cute short hair, it was so bomb. Your coworker did that!!! read more

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Only my second time here and the service and food have always been good. Good portions in a family friendly atmosphere.

The parking lot of very small and the inside is as well, expect a wait, but the food is well worth it. Small restaurant with big flavor. read more

Hadn't been here in a minute, but finally made it back today. This place has some really good fried chicken and also yummie sides like mac 'n' cheese, collard greens, grits, red beans and rice, candied yams, etc. and all of them are delicious. And let me not forget the corn bread, it's sooo good! This is a small sit down restaurant in a little strip mall and there tends to be a wait before you can get seated, because it's very popular. However, I would like to add that the wait is well worth it. I'm very glad I finally made it by here again, my taste buds loved every moment. Very friendly staff too! read more

The Serving Spoon - Fried chicken wings with collard greens and mac 'n cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

We had a great time eating and planing our trip to adventure here in LA. This was our first stop. We got there right when they open and everything was hot and fresh. We actually couldn't eat all the food because it was just too much but we had a good time. read more

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The service was outstanding!!! You get a lot of food and it's cooked to perfection!!! We'll be back for sure read more

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First time here got seated fast even though it was really busy service was great. I love it. It feels like a mom and pop place which I miss a lot of they came and asked us what we wanted always had a full cup of water and coffee. The fill in there was great and did I say the food was amazing especially their potatoes you have to order it overall I must place to go and have a great breakfast. I think we'll go there next time for lunch to see how the food is for lunch but again try it out. read more

Whenever I'm in LA, I do my best to make a stop at The Serving Spoon. This place is an Inglewood community staple that welcomes visitors with the same amount of love and genuineness they give their regulars. They're an efficient crew of people who enjoy being there, enjoy working with each other, and who make every customer feel like part of the "family". The fried turkey chops are my go to! I always say I'm going to try a different protein...but I never do! I really need to try other things, because it ALL looks delicious. In addition to their fried turkey chops, I have had their waffles, cornbread, yams, macaroni and cheese, greens, lemonade, fruit punch, grits, and eggs.......and EVERYTHING is good! read more

The Serving Spoon - Greens, Macaroni and Cheese, Yams, and Fried Turkey chops. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

Came here with some friends for brunch. The service was good and the food came fast. I got the catfish, greens and Mac n cheese, it was okay.. read more

The Serving Spoon - Catfish, Collard greens and Mac & cheese.. it looks better than it taste. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

This is an extremely popular breakfast cafe. On the weekends, expect a one hour wait. I had the Big Spoon: pancakes, bacon, eggs, grits. It's a simple meal; however, one prepared with excellence at a Los Angeles cultural culinary institution. read more

The Serving Spoon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

Been coming here for years and it's still my go to for turkey chops grilled or if I'm feeling extra indulgent fried. With some buttered grits , hot sauce,SALT that's right I said salt and pepper you're welcome lol. Service always attentive from my guy Josh and homegirl E. Family friendly environment cool RnB vibes. Pull up if you want that old school down south diner feel with a Cali swag. read more

The food, the service, the energy--everything was good. We waited about 10 minutes to be seated.. I ordered pancakes made to perfection. The fried chicken was cooked perfectly and could have used a little bit more seasoning. The mac and cheese, yummy, was so creamy and cheesy. The beans and rice were my only complaint, as they weren't super flavorful. The country potatoes--FIRE!--they were so good! Some of the best I've ever had. The service was great. Our server was amazing; he made sure we had what we needed, and they just made me feel so welcome. The ambiance was busy but calm. Everyone was positive and seemed to be enjoying themselves. Amazing experience, as it took my mind off other things. Thank you, THE Serving Spoon. read more

The Serving Spoon - Pancakes, MAC & CHEESE, Chicken Wings (5), RED BEANS & RICE, Waffle, French Toast, CATFISH - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

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Excellent service, delicious food, clean restaurant and AMAZING service from everyone! Went here with my fam and they said the wait was over an hour for three of us (I'm not sure if we had to actually wait the full time, but the place was packed)! I believe it's due to it not being a huge establishment. It was worth the wait!! There isn't a lot of parking.. you may have to park in the residential area down the way. Definitely would come back read more

The Serving Spoon - Nikki (3) Pancakes with Meat (hot link) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

Great diner in Inglewood that has a lively atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious breakfast/brunch foods! The r&b vibes while you chow down adds that extra bit of soul. You can join the waitlist as soon as you arrive - there's usually a wait but the line moves fast and you'll receive a text when a table is ready. I sat at the counter and appreciated the robust but concise menu. Food came out very quickly, and I love that they keep their maple syrup nice and warm. Lots of great options to choose from but I chose standard breakfast flair with egg, house made potatoes, sausage, and a waffle. Everything was great. As in most places LA-based, parking is a little difficult but I circled down the block and was able to grab street parking. Their restaurant parking lot is small and fills quickly. Overall a great establishment and somewhere I'd come back to visit again. read more

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I visited the restaurant today on a early Wednesday, the best part is there was more than enough of parking and seating. No wait. Unfortunately, the food was horrible. I literally wanted to send everything to the back. I ordered the salmon croquette and it was over cooked and burnt. I had to send that back. I asked for cheesy scrambled eggs & the cheese was not melted. I received graded cheese on my scrambled eggs & the gravy for my rice was the worst gravy I've ever tasted in my life. Not to mention I was charged $30 for salmon, rice w/ gravy and eggs... not worth the price... Customer service was not there... I've visited this establishment a few times and left a great review in the past. Quality has declined and I will not be returning. read more

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Tried this for the first time the other day after my cousin ordered it to the house for a late lunch, so I can't speak for the service or ambiance. My cousin raved about the fried chicken wings, so I was excited to try it. We ordered a little bit of everything. My favorites were the mac and cheese, peach cobbler, skillet potatoes, French toast (not pictured) and chicken wings. I do wish the chicken wings had more spice, but they were good. The fried red snapper was fine, but much better with hot sauce. The other sides weren't anything to sing any praises over, but they got my cravings for collard greens and red beans/rice out. Overall I did enjoy it and can see why my cousin loves it. It's a great midday meal that could be elevated with a tad more seasoning. I wouldn't mind having it again. read more

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I think we arrived at the right time, got a spot in the small parking lot and was seated at the counter right away. There was a waiting list for tables. As we left, there were a lot of people waiting. The restaurant has a classic diner vibe to it, homey and energetic. The hostess, and the two servers we interacted with were very upbeat and friendly. Service was fast, and my coffee and water refilled without asking. We didn't go to this restaurant for looking for healthy options, as we sat at the counter, we saw plates going by with fried chicken, waffles and grits. It all looked good. I decided to have the spooner breakfast and my partner had the fried catfish with red beans and rice and collard greens. We both thought food was good I will definitely be back! read more

The Serving Spoon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

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I was in the area and wanted to grab a quick breakfast before heading out to work and I'm so glad that I found this place on yelp! It's located in an area with a small parking lot that had additional parking in the church slot next-door, which is where I ended up parking. When I got there, there were 18 parties in front of me, but because I was on my own, they seated me almost immediately at the bar area. Every table was filled, and it was quite loud inside, but had a very homey and family friendly feeling. Service was extremely fast, and everyone behind the bar was super attentive to any needs. I tried the shrimp and grits (first time ever!) and loved it. The gravy was salty and savory, and the shrimp felt well seasoned. I would definitely be back again to try something else on the menu! read more

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The Serving Spoon in Inglewood is a must if you're looking for a solid Black-owned breakfast spot with consistently good food. Customer service is always very good, especially considering how busy it gets. I've been a few times now and everything I've tried has been really good. I've had the salmon croquettes with grits and eggs, the pancakes, and also the red snapper with collard greens and yams. I've even tried the grilled cornbread, which was a great touch. Every meal has been flavorful and satisfying. I've even ordered pickup from here before, and the food still came out great, fresh, and packed well. The ambience honestly feels like being at home. It's warm, welcoming, and gives that comforting "home-cooked meal" vibe, which makes the experience even better. The place stays PACKED for a reason. It's a very popular spot, so expect a wait, especially on weekends or peak breakfast hours. Only downside is parking is super limited, so be prepared to circle or park a little farther and walk. But honestly, it's worth it. Great food, great service, and a spot I'll keep coming back to. read more

In the mood for some good soul food, first time here. Parking lot is small and very busy, we had to find street parking. Great customer service when you arrive. Our wait was less than 10 minutes, around 11 AM. We ordered their "muddy water" which is their Arnold Palmer, which was tasty, light and refreshing. I ordered the pork chops and hubby ordered the catfish nuggets, which I preferred and ate, both meals and sides were delicious! Of course had to get a side of grits! Overall, the meal was great and the service was excellent! Looking forward to coming back to try other items on the menu! read more

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The food was absolutely amazing. Staff were super friendly and welcoming. We just yelped once we got off our flight from Houston at LAX and saw the amazing reviews and knew we had to try it. It didn't disappoint. Will definitely be back. read more

The Serving Spoon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

Customer service and food is excellent. I'm definitely coming back to try everything on the menu. Good vibes....I love it

Who is the chef, because this food was bussin (as the young generations says). This location is black owned and located in a little shopping center. The shopping center is a little small and parking can be tough to find, oh and I also suggest making sure your windows and doors are locked as well. Can't be too care free. We arrived around 1PM and were seated immediately. This establishment is not a modern place but it's giving mom and pop shop and I love those types of vibes. Our servers was friendly and gave us opinion on the food choices. I ordered the waffle with 5 wings and my cousin ordered the a waffle, grits, eggs and harsh browns. I'm going to start with my food. The waffle and the wings were seasoned to perfection! That butter for the waffle, I asked for extra! My food was hot and it warmed up the right spots. My syrup was even warm and I don't think I ever had warm syrup before. I'm telling you right now, warm syrup is a game changer. I couldn't even finish my wings. Next the wings, perfectly cooked from the outside to the inside. My cousin said all her food was perfectly cooked, Grits did have enough butter, was thick and creamy. She said the potion size was good for the amount of food she ordered. The eggs were a simple scramble, nothing to report there and of course she loved the waffle. The only difference about my cousin's waffle and my waffle was my cousins had cinnamon on it. read more

Pretty solid breakfast spot in Inglewood. Interior and food was similar to....*hides face* Roscoe's. Got the fried shrimp and grits, the place was jumping on a Friday AM around 11 o clock and not with the gentrification crowd either if you catch my drift lol. The fried shrimp used in the dish were perfectly seasoned and crispy while remaining tender. Probably the best fried shrimp I have ever had. Would come back if I was in the area and get the fried snapper next time. Very nice waitress and staff members who treat their customers like family. The jury is still out on the waffle, maybe get the French Toast instead. read more

The Serving Spoon - Fried Shrimp & Grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

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Came in looking for breakfast after my flight landed and let me tell you: this is the spot! The place is no-frills old school diner and the service is excellent! Everyone was super friendly and seemed genuinely enthusiastic about serving the best dang breakfast youre gonna eat! I got the sausage and cheese omelet with the home fries and cornbread and it came out hot and delicious! The cornbread was especially amazing, they make it onsite and then after slicing you off a piece they toast it on the flat top to give it a nice crispy finish. Do not pass it up! I was in the middle of my meal and apparently someone made more pancakes than were ordered so one of the servers asked if I wanted them. I almost turned them down because I was already struggling to finish what I ordered, but I decided to give them a try. Im actually mad at myself for not ordering them in the first place! These pancakes are legit! Perfectly fluffy but substantial with a nice crisp from the flat top. Top them with some warm syrup and its simply amazing! Next time Im in town and need breakfast, I know where Im headed to! read more

Had & is always a great experience at The Serving Spoon! The food is always delicious, the service is friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Every time I come here, they never miss. Definitely one of my go-to spots for a great meal. Highly recommend! read more

The Serving Spoon - Spooners breakfast Red Snapper, Grits, & eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Inglewood, California

I found this on InKind then checked Yelp. Absolutely off the hook. Starting with the greeting, menu options, all made in-house, great service, very accommodating, super clean, wait list, went quickly. It was a Tuesday 12:30 and it was busy and stayed busy. We had, waffles, fried chicken, French toast, bacon, eggs, home fries, excellent coffee, mimosas, peach cobbler to go. $80. Plus tip. Discount with Inkind. Prices were great for the quality taste and portions. I don't live in the area but will be in the area again soon and going back to try other items. read more

I've had this place on my bucket list for a while and it definitely did not disappoint! The staff was so friendly and there wasn't too much of a wait when I went! The pancakes were delicious and portions were super filling! I love cute diners like this and definitely will be back! I've already recommended this place to a few friends! read more

Great food and amazing service! Everyone was so nice and just made the entire experience awesome. Definitely a go-to spot for breakfast. read more

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