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Ingredients

4.1 163 reviews 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM 21 E 5th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, United States

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Ingredients, located in the heart of Cincinnati, OH, stands out as a must-visit restaurant for those seeking a delightful dining experience. Renowned for its commitment to quality, this self-service locale excels in offering fresh and customizable salads, sandwiches, and breakfast options that cater to all tastes. Customers rave about the generous portions and the ability to create personalized salads, making it a go-to for healthy eaters; Matthew Norris praises the variety available, even if the prices can be a bit steep. Mornings at Ingredients start bright and early at 6 AM, perfect for breakfast lovers craving hearty options like omelets, bagels, and the famed breakfast quesadillas, expertly crafted by its skilled team. Aileen Acevedo highlights the swift service, while Tyler Brady's reference to "Flavor-Town" speaks to the high standards maintained here. With dedicated staff, notably Felicia, providing exceptional service, Ingredients doesn’t just serve food; it creates an inviting atmosphere where every meal feels special. Overall, Ingredients combines quality ingredients with a friendly vibe, making it a top choice for both local patrons and visitors. This dining destination promises a satisfying experience that lingers on the palate long after the last bite.

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Onsite services
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Breakfast
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Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Ingredients before visiting.

Reviews for Ingredients

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Based on 163 reviews

Reviews of Ingredients highlight its reputation as a reliable spot for fresh, customizable meals with a particular emphasis on salads and breakfast offerings. Customers commonly praise the quick service, generous portions, and the flexibility to tailor their meals, which enhances repeat visits. The friendly and attentive staff receive frequent commendations, contributing to a positive dining experience. While some note the pricing as slightly higher than average, many find the quality and flavor justify the cost. Overall, the brand is recognized for its efficient service, diverse menu options, and welcoming atmosphere, especially appreciated during early morning hours.

Matthew Norris

Apr 27, 2025

Best Salad option downtown period. They are very quick in assembling it and there are a wide variety of options. The pick your own allows you to make a different salad every time or to create your own favorite. The portions are pretty generous, and the only downside is it is a little expensive but it is always very filling and surprisingly delicious.

Olena Kolbaiya

Apr 09, 2025

Great food, self service place. The guy, who makes those yammy breakfast casadias, does a really good job. Thanks for an awesome early morning experience!!

Aileen Acevedo

Apr 08, 2025

The open at 6am! Food and service is ready, you can order eggs, omelets...hot food or if you prefer they have croissants, bagels, muffins, etc. Service is fats and pleasant.

Tyler Brady

Mar 31, 2025

Daryl is the Captain of the ship and it’s heading straight to Flavor-Town. You can always count on this crew to impress.

aj 1971

Mar 17, 2025

Felicia was great. She provided great service. The staff were nice as well including the cook and other servers. Overall I had a good experience. Thank you Felicia and staff.

Michelle Foy

Mar 01, 2025

Loved coming back today for breakfast - Super friendly staff with Felicia & Amy serving up fresh hot coffee with a smile, Daryll the Duke of delicious Omelette’s and James working the dining area. Great food and comfort here. They have ALL the ingredients for a great start to your day no doubt!! ——————— Ingredients is inside the Westin Hotel. It’s basically a “grab n go” with fresh Starbucks coffee drinks, bagels and rolls. They do have made to order omelette’s and panini’s. In the cold case they have ready made sandwiches, fresh fruit cups and variety yogurts. Daryll was so friendly and made me a really good 3 egg omelette with fresh spinach and mushrooms. Hash browns perfectly cooked and nicely toasted buttered wheat bread. It was a nice plate! Amy made my coffee and wished a great day. Really nice people like Amy & Darnell make a difference in starting your day!

Deborah K Fields

Feb 11, 2025

Love this place! The food was yummy but most importantly, it was the staff and customer service that was outstanding! Darryl and Felicia served us with a smile! Darryl made me the best egg white panini and Felicia was the cherry on top! The restaurant was convenient to our hotel, The Marriott.

Samantha Skavdahl

Feb 05, 2025

I had lunch at ingredients today! Has the most delicious grilled cheese and the soup was so tasty! Darrel and Felicia were great!