Alma's Place

312 W Compton Blvd Suite #102, Compton, CA 90220, United States
$$$ Soul food restaurant
(563 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Welcome to Alma's Place, a delightful soul food restaurant nestled at 312 W Compton Blvd Suite #102 in Compton, CA. This charming eatery is a beacon for lovers of rich, hearty Southern cuisine and offers an authentic taste of comfort food that warms both the heart and soul.

At Alma's Place, every dish is a celebration of traditional flavors that have been passed down through generations. The menu is lovingly crafted and showcases a plethora of mouthwatering sides including potato salad, macaroni & cheese, yams, collard greens, and creamy cornbread muffins. Patrons rave about their famous fried catfish which pairs harmoniously with generous servings of red beans & rice. Each plate is designed to satisfy, featuring ample portions that leave you yearning for just one more bite.

Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast—a favorite is the Chicken and Waffles, where crispy chicken wings snuggle perfectly between fluffy waffles for only $8.99. Or try the Cookie Gal’s Breakfast for a delightful combination of eggs, potatoes, and a biscuit, complemented by your choice of bacon or turkey sausage. It's a meal that will leave you fueled and ready to take on whatever comes next!

The atmosphere at Alma's Place is warm and inviting, making you feel right at home from the moment you step in. The friendly staff goes above and beyond, ensuring that every customer feels like part of the family. As one satisfied guest, Terrell Lewis, delightfully recounted in his review, “I said let me try a taste of everything and end up eating 90% of all my food.” With dishes rated a perfect ten from yams to peach cobbler, it’s clear that the culinary experience at Alma’s is one for the books.

Alma’s has garnered rave reviews for its delectable desserts too, like the sweet potato pie—a delicious twist that keeps customers coming back for more. As Tatiana Taylor exclaimed, “Omg I love sweet potato pie and cheesecake, and this is both in one slice!” It’s an indulgence you won't want to miss after savoring your main course.

As you explore Alma's Place, take time to appreciate the stories behind the food—from the recipes sourced from Alma’s own traditions, to the warm ambiance that feels like dining at a loved one's home. Here, conversations flow easily over the divine feast, making every visit not just a meal, but a cherished experience.

In summary, if you're in Compton and craving comfort food that not only fills your belly but also nourishes your soul, look no further than Alma's Place. Experience the rich flavors, welcoming service, and mouthwatering menu that keep locals and visitors alike coming back for more!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Does not have assistive hearing loop
No wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great dessert
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
No toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
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Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

563 Reviews
Dalya Harmon

08 Sep 2025

Customer service was great. I ordered the fried catfish entree. It came with 4/5 pieces of catfish (large pieces) and 3 sides. I got Mac and cheese (very dry not enough seasoning), greens (bland no seasoning at all and it tasted kind of dirty), steamed rice which is regular rice without seasoning (should have gotten gravy) and corn bread( I don’t eat corn bread so I’m not sure how that tasted). My friend got smothered turkey chops (fire), Mac and cheese (she said it was ok), candied yams (too sweet) and cabbage ( I don’t think she ate the cabbage) and cornbread. She got a fruit punch kool aid or juice whatever it was and I got raspberry lemonade (both were very sweet and syrupy). I only have a picture of mine!

Tatiana Taylor

28 Aug 2025

Thank you Brandon for bringing me the bomb.com pies! Omg I love sweet potato pie and cheese cake and this is both in one slice! Rich delicious but not too sweet and they aren’t stingy with the pecans! Love this place! And I love it’s in Compton I’m In carson so this being local it’s super perfect!

Terrell Lewis

23 Aug 2025

First time and definitely not the last. I couldn't even make it out of the parking lot. I said let me try a taste of everything and end up eating 90% of all my food. Chicken 10 Yams 10 Greens 10 Mac 10 Cornbread 10 Rice and beans 10 Carmel cake 10 Peach cobbler 10

Soraya Powell

21 Aug 2025

The food was amazing. Friendliest staff ever. Highly recommended.

Tony Senior

14 Aug 2025

This little place tucked away in a small strip mall delivers big time. I had the catfish, mac/cheese, redbeans / rice and peach cobbler.. The portions were sufficient and everything was flavorful. Staff was very nice and helpful and I met Alma. I'll return for more!

Porsha Jackson

12 Jul 2025

We tried Alma’s after a review from Tik Tok and it did not disappoint! I love that the restaurant is family owned. The server was so helpful and amazing. The fish was cooked to perfection. The macaroni was delicious. I wasn’t the only one who thought so because my husband and I bought the last two. I was craving more . The chicken was crispy and to perfection as well. Even though the chicken and the seasoning of the chicken was good, as a Louisiana woman I wish the cook was a little more heavy handed with the chicken seasoning, but that could be a matter of preference. The strawberry cake and the tropical koolaid were sweet treats. I like how the koolaid was the right amount of sweet and not watery or diabetic coma like. I also had the red beans. The flavor in the seasoning was a nice take on what I’m use red beans tasting like. Because I was so full, I saved some of the red beans for the next day, and they were even better than the first day.The greens and the cabbage didn’t have much flavor which is why the review is a 4 and not a 5. Overall when I visit Compton again, Alma’s is definitely a first stop!

Julie Altamirano

08 Jul 2025

I tried the strawberry and fruit punch and the strawberry cake! There was a table setup out by all the food trucks and it had all kinds of sweets and drinks! The person who helped me was so sweet he was so helpful Thankyou!

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