If you are wanting to make your taste buds come alive then you must try the Spice Kitchen... the aroma when you walk inside is Heavenly and to top it off Angel is there with her exceptional customer service skills to offer up suggestions when you need to make a choice! What to try? Well I WILL try it all... because Will will also help you out... your biggest decision is the spice level because all of the dishes so far have not disappointed! My favorites are the rice plantain and stew... but those Wings are definitely AMAZING!! read more

After a long day of getting my locs retwisted nearby, I decided to stop here for dinner on my way home. I didn't realize where the restaurant was located beforehand, so I was a little surprised when I arrived. It's in a very urban area, which may or may not matter depending on your comfort level. There was a decent amount of seating inside if you choose to dine in. The restaurant was okay in terms of cleanliness, but personally, I'd opt for takeout. I originally planned to eat inside but changed my mind once I got there. Unfortunately, the customer service wasn't the best. I wasn't greeted when I walked in, and when I received my order, the takeout container wasn't fully closed and was placed halfway into the bag. I'm not sure if it was just an oversight, but it didn't leave the best first impression. Now, the food, that's where they won me over. Everything was well-seasoned, and the suya had just the right amount of spice. They were out of the vegetable I originally wanted, but I'm actually glad I tried the corn because it was absolutely delicious. And that suya butter sauce? It was the star of the meal! Overall, while the location and customer service weren't my favorite, the food was flavorful enough that I'd come back if I were in the area and craving suya. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

Now this is my FAVORITE!! I usually make the trip out here because the one in Baltimore is always out of food. How can you be out of Joll of rice??? Now I don't know who came up with this goat meat egg rolls. What a WINNER!! I just want to give that person a big kiss! It is so hearty and filling with the right amount of spice. It comes with a cooling dipping sauce. My favorite dish is the salmon & spinach with jollof rice and plantains. I've tried the wings as well. Love those too. I can eat two of those egg rolls at once and it's very thick. Kudos to the hard working crew that makes this all happen. If you download the app you can get enough points to get a free meal. My husband chicken dinner was free. I will continue to accumulate my points with every dollar spent. Who wouldn't enjoy having a freebie. Just know that the parking lot can be treacherous. I usually park around the back to avoid the parking lot traffic. Can't wait to return and trust me. I will & looking forward to it. The lady that helps out with the pickup has a pleasant personality and is very helpful. read more

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I ordered the half beef, half chicken suya plate with rice and spinach as my sides. The taste of the food was amazing. The Suya has a subtle but lingering spice. The place is Next to the CVS in a very active retail center, but the orders are filled quickly on site. read more

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It's a cool spot, and customer service was great. Unfortunately, the food missed the mark. The plantains were undercooked, the steak Suya wasn't chopped into bite size pieces like usual, which made them difficult to eat, some pieces were also tough and chewy. The jollof rice was disappointing because it lacked flavor and was overcooked. The only thing that tasted good and was cooked decently were the lamb chops. When they first opened up, the quality of their food was much higher and you could feel the passion in the food they made, it seems that's no longer the case. read more

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A smaller menu but just enough variety. I am SO glad we tried this on a whim- it's insanely delicious and I can't wait to eat my leftovers. The jollof rice is spiced and flavorful, the wings are wild. They're crispy, juicy, spiced and spicy. Also got the shrimp and the rotisserie styled suya chicken which were good, but not as good as the wings. Got it delivered so can't speak for service or ambiance but will be getting this again soon. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Chicken Suya (Half & Half Shrimp) with spinach and Jollof Rice - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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The food is very good, but the line can become chaotic--people at the front might encourage others behind to cut in. Some individuals push through simply because they can, so visiting during quieter times or waiting patiently is recommended unless you have a lot lot lot lot of patience. read more

Yall. The food is amazing! Point deducted because the jollof rice was mushy. But the customer service was on point! The music was amazing and the suya was SO GOOD! I love that you can add a skewer of shrimp to a meal for $3.50. And it's so good. We got the salmon suya and the spice wings. All delicious and highly recommended. The salmon was just the original suya spice, which honestly isn't even that spicy so if you like it, hot, feel free to kick it up. Sorry, we dug into the wings before I could get a picture. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - The salmon and shrimp skewer - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

UberEats review Service: given the distance of the restaurant, the order took a bit long but it was packaged well so nothing spilled and the food was still still fresh and warm. Dish: I ordered the spice wings with a side of jollof rice and spinach Efo-Riro. OMG! So let's start with the wings, the flavor on these wings were the right balance between rich spices and touch of sweetness. There was a hint of honey lingering on my tongue after it was greeted by a strong spicy flavor. Adding to this, the wings were fried to perfection with crispy skin resting on the top and smooth white meat down to the bone. AMAZING! The jollof rice was stellar! And while I do not know much about the perfect preparation for this dish to review if this is the best, I've had a few from various West African countries and can say that this one had that grainy texture with just the right spices mixed in. The spinach efo-riro was SO good. I honestly could have had a plate of this by itself and my taste buds would still be pleased. Overall, this place is very generous with their serving sizes. Well portioned, beautifully prepared, seasoned to perfection, and a sure trip down culture lane! I enjoyed it so much. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

Love the original suya spice chicken platter with jollof rice and plantains! No more needs to be said. It's worth a chance!

Soooooo goood! First time at this location and having African food! I was honestly expecting pretty mid food but this blew my mind. I like how the interior is decorated and there is a good amount of seating inside. The food has a nice kick and a lot of flavor so I tried spicy but I want to try extra spicy next time. The service is great. The girl at the front counter was very friendly and helpful for new comers. You can order through the pos device. One thing is it is a bit pricey and I want a bit more food for my order. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Shrimp Suya (Regular) with Jollof Rice and Plantains - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

Spice Kitchen is a gem! I can't believe no one thought to make glazed suya wings earlier. I've ordered the spice honey wing plate twice, with efo-riro and jollof rice. Their portion sizes for the chicken are generous--enough for two meals. But I have yet to be strong enough to save my food for the next day; it's THAT good. Of course the wings are good, but the efo-riro is criminally underrated. It has a DEEP, smokey flavor that enhances everything you eat it with. The jollof on its own is unremarkable, but the efo-riro elevates it. I went about an hour before close and the place was PACKED, so food was a little slow (nothing unreasonable). There are options to order on a screen upon arrival, and customer service was standard. Although effort was put into the decor, it did not resonate with me. It felt similar to being inside a Subway restaurant (neither good nor bad). HOWEVER, the restaurant occasionally hosts live music events that completely change the vibe of the restaurant. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Spice Honey Wings, Efo-riro, Jollof rice - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

If you want a good serving of meat then this is the spot for you. They don't skimp on the portion. They charge you for it price wise, for sure but it's good so just enjoy it. Their jollof is a little lacking if you were having it alone. The rest of the meal makes up for it though. Good spot. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Steak Suya Plate with jollof and Plantains - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

Great food and you can get the food as spicy as you like also food comes out hot and tasty

This place has been on my list for some time now, so my friend and I decided to meet for lunch. We ordered and dined in. Clearly this isn't the place to sit and chat brche music was loud, but the space was pretty decent. When you walk in you place your order on the monitors provided, so it's a pretty seamless process. My meal was excellent. I ordered the Suya, white rice and spinach. It was beyond flavorful and I enjoy every piece!! There was plenty of food and eating it later was the best part! It still slapped! I usually don't go to that side of town due to traffic, but if I see their food truck around I would def indulge again! I do recommend to check them out!! read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Suya 8/10 - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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Took me forever to make it here because I'm always craving it on a Monday when they are closed. However, I am glad I craved it on a Tuesday. This place is AMAZING. Great decor on the inside with art work and nicely arranged tables; very neat and tidy for a spot that people generally take the food to go. The folks who work here are very friendly and patient, as I had tons of questions that they answered with no issue. THE FOOD: wow, wow, wow. I only tried their Jollof rice, stew and the wings, but they truly stood out. The Jollof was easily the best I have ever had (I have tried many variations of Jollof). Spicy and flavorful. I mixed in the stew and spicy pepper sauce (for even more spice because I am a spice fanatic) and it was even more delicious. The wings were very tasty but I will be going back soon to try more of the menu. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Spice Wings (6 piece) - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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I tried the salmon with jollof rice and spinach. I'd always wanted to try it, but I'm not sure I liked it. The spinach tasted frozen, and the seasoning was way too overpowering. I probably wouldn't go back. Customer service was good. when I called the woman that answered was very nice and attentive to my questions . read more

Definitely a 10/10 place when it comes to food. My favs are spice wings, salmon and chicken plates. Can't go wrong with the plantains read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Spice Wings (6 piece) - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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The food quality has gone down. For the second time now my food smelled and tasted burnt. The food was not hot when I recieved it. The plantains were stale and hard. The steak was ok. The jollof rice was nasty and burnt. Idk what's changed but it's not the same as when they first opened. Last time my food was the same and I gave it a break for a few months, decided to retry but prob will not buy from here again. read more

Today I went to one of my favorite restaurants. I my favorite meal is the steak suya with jollof rice and grilled corn. I was totally disappointed today with my meal. The rice was over cooked. It taste like mush. The steak was burnt and there were barely any onions with my meal. I felt like the very thing that makes this restaurant fell off. I hope this was just a bad day of cooking because I really want to go back and the enjoy the meal that I'm use to eating. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Steak suya, jollof rice and grilled corn - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

Spice Kitchen is a great choice for when you want suya, or the spicy kick or West African food. I recommend the shrimp or salmon but the chicken and beef are solid choices, too. I get spinach, corn or plantains for side dishes. I'm not a fan of the Jollof rice. The portions are a good value. Give it a try!!! read more

This was my first visit to Spice Kitchen at their stand alone location and the food was still 10/10! The wings were just as good as I remember, the rice was spicy and flavorful, and the plantains were cooked nicely. The spot is really cute with afro beats playing to set the mood. I ordered online, and my food was ready when I arrived. read more

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Lunch for 2: The food was really great and I am picky about both my plaintain and chicken. The atmosphere was good atmosphere. The Mango drink was good also. The pricing was reasonable considering the taste and portion size. The service was ok neither bad or great, it was average. You can sit in or take out. I would return. read more

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I have never been let down! Everything on the menu is absolutely amazing and service is great! read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Menu - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

I got the hot suya wing plate which came with 2 sides. I opted for the jollof rice and the spinach as my sides. The wings were tasty and had a sweet and spice kick to it. Personally they could have made the wings a bit hotter as I feel the sweet taste was a little too sweet but overall good. Jollof rice was okay, I've had better. But when I heated up my leftover the next day the rice was delicious. I guess the spices and flavors needed to set a little bit more. The spinach was amazing, very underrated and probably one of my favorite things. Service is on your own. You order at the kiosk and then they bring out your food. Card only. The inside is a bit on the smaller side but you still can dine in. I liked the music that was played as well. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Spice Wings (6 piece) with Jollof rice and spinach - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

Had the wings, jollof & spinach w/ honey sauce for the chicken. Let me tell you it's been years I ate from a spot in the DMV that had me in a chokehold like that plate! The portion was more than enough, the presentation was good even in a Togo container,the seasoning on everything was perfect and the spice was just the way I love it. 10/10 from me and that say a lot. I'm hoping when I actually visit this spot the spinach is on the menu to order separately because I'm going to need extra. There is no picture cause I ate it all ‍. Run don't walk and get you some‼ read more

I'm Nigerian so I'm picky when it comes to Naija restaurants. Spice kitchen is amazing. I love spicy food and they bring the spice. I love the Jollof rice, stew, salmon and plantain. Check them out. It's worth it!!! read more

This is my favorite place to go in hyattsville by far. Food is always great. We all need some spice in our lives. I'd highly recommend a visit when in the area for sure. Great food, service and excellent value read more

I love the new location! The front service is a bit slow, but it's because they were very busy. So I understood why. The place is beautifully decorated with nice images of African culture and a constant brown, orange, and rust color scheme. While waiting for my order to be called, Afrobeats was playing in the background at a decent level, so I enjoyed that a lot. The food, my 1st time there, was so good. I devoured it. I had the wings, Jollof rice and rice and stew at a mild spice level. The second time I went, they didn't have rice and stew (so disappointed) and I believe they automatically put hot spice on my food although I had asked for mild again. It was okay, but I hate super spicy food so it made my second experience not as enjoyable. I ended up getting the wings and Jollof again (okay, but too spicy) and the corn which was so good. read more

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I finally got a chance to try this spot that has been on my list for awhile. I got the Spice Honey wings, spinach, plantains, and jollof rice (by accident). I am not a fan of this style of jollof rice so I won't say yay or nay for it. The wings are really good and flavorful, but the name of this place is Spice for a reason. I was expecting less Spice and more sweetness because of the name. I could only eat 3 of the 6 that came with my meal because they were too much for me. But trust and believe, I'll eat the rest later. There was heat, but there was still good flavor. The spinach was very good too. It had a unique seasoning that made it delicious. The plantains were also very good. I feel like it's hard to mess Up those as long as the ripeness is right though. I would definitely go back and try some of their other menu items. I'd even get the wings again, now that I know what to expect. They were a bit slow. I wouldn't let that deter me, but just something to be conscious of if you are pressed for time. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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I like to expand my flavor palette and explore other types of food to break up the monotony. I called beforehand to ensure they'd be open. Pay attention to the flow of traffic in the parking lot and the idiots that race through the parking lot. Located in a strip mall like area, parking wasn't bad but is shared by adjacent businesses and not a chore. There is a kiosk at the front to place your order. The menu overhead supports advertising what the prices are and when ordering, you can customize. I appreciate that I couldn't make up my mind to order salmon or lamb, luckily there's an option to do half and half. I essentially got two lamb chops and a portion of salmon that sufficed. This does give first timers and returning customers a chance to explore more of the menu. There was a lot of confusion when ordering and the guy got my side dish wrong. I wanted plantains and he gave me jollof rice. While I like Jollof rice, I was focused on plantains. Well, we decided to dine in and that's when I saw I had the wrong side. I walked to the counter and he later brought me out plantains. The jollof rice had a taste similar to when a dish burns at the bottom but the top is salvageable. However, this burnt taste was permeated throughout the jollof rice. I said no biggie, let me get to the plantains. Man, I opened that container and they were burnt. It's like there are cooking items at a high heat and not taking care and time when making things. The spinach side was on point. It was cooked to my liking and the sprinkling of spice they add to garnish complemented it well. The salmon was cooked properly as was the lamb. The spice and onions added made it more flavorful and gave a different taste profile that I enjoyed. They have a variety of soft drinks and some they promote that they make. The Zogo lemonade was flavorful and is pre-measured so not something that's poured and you could ask for refills. Sadly, I didn't see anyone maintaining the cleanliness of the dining room. Patrons came and went and while some were cleaner than others, I feel that if you offer a dine in option, you should practice sanitation. There is a wait for your food but it wasn't bad. A lot of confusion among the workers and no clear manager or shift supervisor to help answer questions or give direction. I'm hoping that the anomalies experienced were a one off and not the norm. read more

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I've been wanting to try Spice Kitchen for a while. When asking my African friends for restaurant recommendations in the area, Spice kitchen is always mentioned. Today was a perfect opportunity to try it out. I knew that I wanted suya but I wasn't sure which protein to choose. This time I chose the spice wings but I will be back to try the steak suya amongst other menu items. The vibe was as good as expected. The restaurant is nice. I left it painted and it has its own cultural influence. Spice Kitchen gets it done right! I'll be back read more

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I was very excited to try this restaurant, I ordered takeout with chicken suya, spinach, and jollof rice. From the few bites I was able to eat, I was not a big fan of the jollof, this wasn't my first time trying jollof and the taste just isn't for me. The chicken suya was good--great for folks who like spice foods like myself. The spinach also tasted very good. Unfortunately, I found a VERY long hair in my food so my appetite was ruined and I had to throw it away. This contributes to my low rating due to the health and safety issues associated with hair in food. The restaurant was nice and the service was efficient. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

This location is found in a medium-sized strip mall (Queen's Chapel Shopping Center on Route 500, in Hyattsville) that's close to the DC border. It's next to a CVS and not far from a Lidl store. Just to be absolutely clear: this isn't the Mixt Food Hall location on Route 1, in Brentwood. The staff member who recently handled my order said that this spot has only been open for 2 months, since February 2024. Therefore, not many folks know about it. Having been a Peace Corps Volunteer in West Africa a while back, I can say with confidence that this food business is serving up the real deal--it's authentic West African cuisine and sorely lacking in the DMV. The menu is carefully selected and features mostly Nigerian dishes. However, Jollof Rice, one of the offerings, is claimed by many West African nations. Bear in mind that their Jollof Rice is Nigerian style; Malians and Senegalese, for example, prepare their Jollof Rice differently. I consider Jollof Rice to be like potato salad here in the US; there are lots of ways to fix it, depends on how your people like it. The Suya sauce, which is put on all the meat dishes, is lovely--it can be ordered mild (original) or hot. Both have their charms. I love the chicken wings as the meat selection, but there's many more. The Efo riro spinach dish, referred to as a stew, isn't a stew to me at all, more like a side of spinach, but whatever one wants to call it's--it's super flavorful and knocks my socks off. Efo riro is definitely a signature dish from Nigeria, specifically the Yoruba people, one of the largest ethnic groups in the country. The plantains are prepared expertly too; don't miss them. There's lots of free parking, a plus. read more

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Personal favorite for fast casual west African food. They make some amazing steak suya and my gf agrees. You know that if a west African approves then it's good. There's also chicken and lamb chop suya. The plantain and jollof is also great. I highly recommend the chicken wings. They have an awesome flavor profile. I recommend getting the suya and the wings spicy as well. The service is pretty minimal here but the staff are helpful when you have questions. You order yourself on the screens at the counter. You can eat it there or take it to go. They have some west African art on the walls and play afrobeat in the restaurant. They have a limited number of tables but we've never had an issue getting one. They also have a rewards program that's pretty good. Recommend signing up for it. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Spice Wings - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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I was craving suya and had seen countless ads for this place online after a friend recommended this place to me. It's located in a plaza and the outside was a tad sketchy. Luckily when I got inside I felt a little more comfortable and the restaurant was clean and the colors were vibrant. I must have come during idle hours because there was only one other person in there ordering food. I ordered the following: Shrimp suya- 10/10, delicious and bursting with flavor Salmon suya- 9/10, so good, salmon was a little too cooked but wasn't dry by any means White rice & stew- 10/10 the rice was perfectly cooked, not overcooked, and slightly al dente which I love, and the stew was perfectly seasoned and the spice was tolerable for the average person...could've been hotter for me though. Spinach Efo riro- 10/10, I loved how fresh the spinach looked while still bursting with flavor, looked like they blanched it, I'm not sure what method they used but it was not overcooked. Overall the staffer that took my order was friendly and it was definitely worth the drive. Will certainly be back! SN: Loved the detailed aesthetics and how they incorporated the tradition of putting the suya in newspaper like they do in Nigeria! read more

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Visited the spice kitchen at the pop up shop R House. The customer service was great. The food was enough for two people! Delicious it's a must try. Going to take a drive to restaurant! read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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SO SOOO YUMMY!!! If you wanna get into African food and aren't sure this is the place to start at. This West African Naija style street food stays true to the culture, yet is still inviting to those who want to open their palates. There were multiple kiosk to place your food order. Portions were fairly big and prices were alright. The service was fairly quick, I think it took them about 15 mins or les to get my food out. I ordered: The steak suya - 11/10 Not super fatty, flavors were on point, big portion Spice wings 10/10 Really juicy, big pieces of chicken bone in, super crispy. Gets soggy and not crispy after 30 mins and isn't as good Side order of Jollof rice - 7/10 Delicious, they kept it simple. No spice to it Side order of Plantains - 8/10 Cooked very similar to what you eat at Peruvian places Total was around $65 which wasn't terrible. As long as it stays like this lol. Tips: There's parking available upfront They offer catering full pan of different menu items for around $120 Will definitely be bringing my family soon! A great spot!!!!! read more

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Chiiiiiileeee this was bomb. Loved the steak suya. Different than what I'm used to (with them using steak) but it was bomb. The spice was just right. The flavor was phenomenal. Steak was tender. Jollof was good and plantains were good. I'm a big fan and don't see myself able to pass up on this if I ran into their food truck again. read more

Spice Kitchen West African Grill - Steak Suya Plate Jollof Rice Plantains - African Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

Wow, so I have been wanting to try this place for a very long time now, especially after hearing about it from peers and other Yelpers! I placed an order online via the portal and ordered spiced wings, a lamb suya plate, and a salmon suya plate. What is cool is that you can choose your spice level for anything you order, and with the suya plates you can choose up to two sides. I chose a side of joloff rice and plantains for the lamb chops, and a side of joloff rice and egusi spinach for the salmon. I also ordered a side of stew to drizzle over my rice. Upon picking up my food, I could see the restaurant was packed, which is always a good sign. The ambiance was very lively and upbeat, imagine the inside of a Nando's. The service was okay and could be better, the people at the register kind of lingered and stood around before finally asking me "How they could help me." Greet your customers as soon as they arrive to the counter, and ask how you can help them, this makes a huge difference in the customer experience! Now onto the food, the spice wings were beyond delicious! Fried to a crisp and seasoned well. I haven't had wings this delicious in a very long time! The salmon suya, oh my gosh!!! Generous portions, salmon was juicy and seasoned well! The joloff rice was moist and flavorful, and the egusi spinach was fresh and flavorful as well! The lamb chops were bountiful and juicy, and the plantains were sweet and melted in your mouth! The stew that I added on top of my rice was beyond rich and had a light spice kick to it! All in all, I really enjoyed this place!!! Touch up the customer service, and we are looking at 5 stars! Cheers to good eats! read more

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