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    Spice

    3.5 (110 reviews)
    ModerateCaribbean
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Jerk Chicken Sandwich
    Kenneth K.

    Came here for dinner with my wife a couple months ago. The service was very friendly and prompt. The ambience is more that of a fast food joint. My wife and I shared the Jerk Chicken Sandwich and Snapper Escovitched and we had plenty of food for dinner and leftovers at a low price.

    Large Oxtails Dinner w/ Rice & Peas & Cabbage!....Thumbs Up!!
    DON C.

    Tried "Spice - A Carribean Jerk Joint" the other day and I'm already trying to figure out when to go back. The food is good! When you walk in the decor is simple and laid-back, and the first thing you'll notice is the aroma and the food bins of covered food! The spices from the kitchen also was kicking'-- and try to entice you. This place has all the main Jamaican/Caribbean food staples.....Jerk Chicken, Oxtail, Curry Goat, Brown Stew Chicken, Snapper, Callaloo.....you name it!  It's all here and from the dish I had....the flavors are there too. I came with a friend during the lunch hour. It was crowded for the small space but they kept the line moving....which was a "thumbs up" considering how long the wait can be at some Carribean "joints" around the DMV. My friend and I each ordered the small Jerk Chicken & a Oxtail Dinner, because you'd be crazy not to try that first. A true test for finding good Carribean eats around the DMV is to put a restaurant's Jerk Chicken and Oxtails to the test.  If either dish lacks flavor, a spice kick, the gravy seems watered-down, or the meats are bland or tough to chew......run for the hills, save your $$$ and don't ever look back!!  LOL This was not the case here.  The Jerk Chicken was tender, juicy and seasoned to the bone.  It had a nice flavor, but was mild heat....nothing spicy although that's the way I prefer it.  But, I still give it props and it was good. The winner and star was the Oxtails. This dish stood out the most on flavor and a gravy that had me sopping it up between each bite and licking my fingers until the entire platter was all gone. The balance of spices and tender meat...all stewed together with carrots, onion, tomatoes & butter beans was perfect! It was a great, hearty meal and they serve up the right portions. I definitely Along with your main entree most meals comes with two sides: peas and rice, cabbage, baked mac and cheese, greens...to name a few and and are already prepared. In all, a great place for Carribean eats amongst all the many other choices around the DMV, Petwoth, Takoma and Silver Spring neighborhoods. They are not "THE" best in all of the DMV....but definitely rivals most of them. Decent customer service too....which speaks volumes for anyone who has gone into a Carribean takeout and they actually speak/acknowledge you. You would know what I mean, if you frequent Carribean spots around the city....no pun intended. lol I recommend definitely fgiving this place a try and also, go for the oxtails for sure!

    Old Fried Chicken

    I ordered the fried chicken with rice and peas and a side salad. The rice and peas were really great. But the fried chicken tasted like it was cooked a days ago. Super dry and cold. They also didn't provide any dressing for the salad, so basically I ordered rice and peas for dinner.

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    India ..

    My go to Caribbean restaurant for delivery. I'm unsure what the inside of the restaurant looks like, however, they give me a healthy portion of food and sauce for my orders. The food is flavorful, including the rice which is hard for me to find in the area.

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    The food is good. The service can sometimes be slow, but it's not a surprise as most Caribbean spots have that issue.

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    I've been going to Spice for years. They have remained consistent with the preparation of the food and their service.

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    Highly Recommend, thank you for being in the neighborhood! Great location and food and service.

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    Listen... Seta Oasis did not come to play! I had the oxtails, and baby, they were EVERYTHING…read more Tender, seasoned to perfection, falling off the bone like they knew their assignment. The rice and peas were on point, the cabbage was hitting, and the plantains? Sweet, caramelized, and cooked just right. The food was fire, the service felt like love, and the ambiance gave that laid-back "come sit down and eat good" energy. My plate looked good, tasted good, and had me already planning my next visit. If you want real flavor, real comfort, and real good vibes, pull up. Five stars, easy.

    Celebrate Black History month by supporting Black owned businesses…read more I attended a fun cigar event held in the VIP room on the second floor of SETA Oasis, which featured an open bar. We ordered a variety of chicken wings, along with french fries and some light fare. The VIP room has a lively ambiance, equipped with four large-screen TVs, seating for 60 people, making it perfect for events. From the outside, the building appears smaller than it actually is, as it's a multi-level venue that can host various events simultaneously. The restaurant downstairs offers a Caribbean menu that has received positive reviews, particularly for its brunch. It's also heartwarming to note that the restaurant is named in honor of the owner's late mother, Seta, adding a personal touch to the experience. I plan to return and explore more of their offerings in the future.

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    Trini Vybez Restaurant And Bar

    4.3(19 reviews)
    0.6 miColumbia Heights

    I guess this place is just now reopening because the restaurant was empty. Although we were the…read moreonly patrons in there, the DJ was rockingggggggg!!! Every song he played was a bop. The food was . This was my first time trying Doubles and It was so good. If you're a fan of chickpeas and curry, it's a great starter. I had the mixed platter with curry chicken, curry shrimp and oxtail with basmati rice and spinach. It was sooooooo delicious. A healthy portion so I was able to take half home. Parking is horrible so brace yourself. I'm going back for sure!

    So I have actually tasted this before and thought it was so amazing I need to go to the new…read morerestaurant! For me the service was excellent. I mean there was only another couple at the time I visited but also the food came out quickly so huge plus! And the restaurant is spacious and casual so enough space for large parties. Overall I enjoyed it but there are a couple things that fell short! I ordered the chicken roti platter. 1.The roti! It's a very small portion served in a small coconut shaped bowl compared to the amount of food you got on the platter. I thought more was coming and unfortunately it was balled up in shredded little pieces that were kind of dry and i couldn't eat it properly with my sides. I thought maybe I had a bad batch but my friend had the same portion and complaint. Unfortunately no pic of that. 2: Honestly the plating is meant to be aesthetically pleasing but it was very hard to eat bone-in chicken out of a bowl on a saucer full of more bowls with a knife and fork. It was better when I took it to go and had a plate at home. Please reconsider this for the diners experience. 3. The doubles was my fave! It's a small app but very delicious and had a slight kick to it.

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    Trini Vybez Restaurant And Bar
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    Crown Bakery

    4.3(104 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Family owned spots are my thing!! Especially when those spots have been around for a good minute!!…read moreLet me show you a Trinidadian bakery that YOU need to know about!! Let's GO!! . Where I am: @crownbakerydc . Location Reviewed: 5409 Georgia Ave., N.W. Washington D.C. . Items Reviewed: LIKE THAT! Their Pies ($4.75 for their Trinidadian Beef Pie, $4.75 for their Trinidadian Curry Chicken Pie, $4.99 for their Salt Fish Roll). The fresh breading on these pies, & the flavorful STAMP!! Their Buss Up ($17.99 with curried chicken, chickpeas, with a curry mango sauce, a pepper sauce, & a kuchela sauce-with mangoes, hot peppers, & garlic-,& a soft flatbread to scoop up your food). Perfectly seasoned, plentiful, a super soft bread, & saucy!! STAMP!! Their Jerk Chicken Platter ($17.99 with jerk chicken, Callao, cabbage, rice & peas, & plantains). It didn't look like it, but that jerk chicken & rice had a delayed spicy hit! The callalo , plantains, & cabbage were LIKE THAT! STAMP!! Their Curry Goat Roll ($16.99 with curry goat, & chickpeas, with curry dusted flatbread). Tender goat meat, with a savory curry sauce, this will fill you up!! STAMP!! Their Doubles & Saltfish ($4.99 each for their chickpea, & curry filled doubles, $10.99 for their Salt Fish sandwich). Super flavorful doubles, get a napkin!! That had to be the BEST Salt Fish I've tried!! STAMP!! Their Desserts ($4.99 each for their signature Currant Roll with raisins, & a Coconut Roll with fresh coconut, & a Cassava Pone). The rolls weren't overly sweet, flaky, & tasty!! That one tasted like a bean pie!! . Customer Service: On Point! . Parking: Rough. . Recommendations: Just GO!! . Accessibility: It's wheelchair & differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

    This eatery is nestled between other businesses so it can be easy to miss. When you go inside, it…read moreresembles a deli so nothing special in regard to ambiance. The service was great and the ladies were really kind. I must admit that you receive a lot of food for an unbeatable price. The whole container of food was less than $20. However, I didn't like anything that I posted, other than the stewed chicken, plantains and carrot cake. Unfortunately, the flavor of the rest of the food wasn't there for me. The smell of the food didn't help. The stars are mainly for the great service but the food wasn't to my liking.

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    Teddy's Roti Shop - Conch roti

    Teddy's Roti Shop

    3.7(304 reviews)
    0.8 miPark View
    $$

    The food reminded me of home and the portions and relative price were great. The customer service…read moreis always friendly. There are a few reviews commenting about skin-on or bones; my impression is that they're likely less familiar with Caribbean food since that is commonplace to enhance the flavor. I hope they feel on home here and looking forward to giving them more of our business!

    I was craving for Caribbean food in the area a couple of weeks ago. This place came up as one of…read morethe highly recommended places on Yelp. I am glad I tried this as I am hooked to this place now. I have gone back here three weekends in a row to try different things. On my first visit, I tried chicken roti wrap and oxtails with rice, cabbage and peas. They were both so delicious. The portions were great. Lasted for 4 meals. Definitely get the hot sauce on the side. Adds nice kick to it if you like it extra spicy. The next time I ordered buss up roti with oxtail stew and buss up roti with lamb stew. They both come with chicken peas and potato curry. Blend so well together. So delicious. Kinda addicting. It's a small place to dine in. They have about 5 tables. I recommend take out. Servers are great. They have so much patience in explaining some of their dishes if you're new to the Caribbean cuisine.

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    Teddy's Roti Shop - Mango curry with half ripe mangoes and their skin- AMAZING!!!! vegan

    Mango curry with half ripe mangoes and their skin- AMAZING!!!! vegan

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    The Jerk Pit - Jamaican Beef Patty

    The Jerk Pit

    3.2(792 reviews)
    6.6 mi
    $$

    This is such a good place for great Jamaican food and vibes…read more I usually get jerk chicken or pork with white rice & mac and cheese but this time i was just swinging by for a beef patty... OMG I forgot how great they were! I got them super quickly since they're pre-made and sitting in a warmer but make sure to order ahead if you want something cooked. Forever a fave!

    Surprisingly, this spot is open on Sunday. We didn't expect service would be great (as it was…read moreMother's Day) but it was worse than expected. The location itself was in the cut; you would drive right by it if you're not paying attention - as I did. The restaurant appears to be a house remodel into a restaurant and gave off the vibe that the food was going to be good - straight JA hole in the wall vibe. We sat in the back area and no server came. So we put our order into the kiosk sadly. I think if you give the order to the guy at the register the food may come quicker - at least that would be my hope. Without a person to talk to, I hopped back online to at least get the drinks we ordered. An hour later, I finally made it to the cashier and our food and drink was ready. I didn't like that the cashier was badmouthing other staff audibly. Keep your dirty laundry to yourself. Come to find out, you can order from the table and the food arrives without haste! Jerk chicken- a bit spicy and good. Calalloo tastes decent even though I suspect it was doctored from a can. Rice and pease need sauce/dressing because it Iowa's extremely dry. Brown stew chicken was sweeter than I've ever had but edible. Plantains good. Cabbage really crunchy, not bad taste but I would like it to be cooked a little longer. I would go back to try other things if I thought the service would be better. I'd say go for it - maybe your experience will be different. The outdoor seating and smell of the food being smoked was nice.

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    Jerk At Nite - Jerk chicken mac box

    Jerk At Nite

    3.7(42 reviews)
    5.4 mi

    Not a fan! I tried them as a food truck years ago and it wasn't great then but wanted to give them…read morea chance since it had been awhile. I've seen great reviews! I came last year during a homecoming event for a party and that was fun. Had a beef patty. Parking isn't the most convenient. I had to park across the street. Stopped by for lunch today. I placed an online order and it was ready when I arrived. The server was not friendly at all! I was thinking well since the service isn't good, the food will be good. Not in this case. Service wasn't great and food wasn't good. Ordered the Di Yaddie (jerk chicken with cabbage, rice and peas). I even ordered extra jerk sauce on the side. Not spicy at all. The food didn't taste fresh. Sad! I really wanted to like this place. I know where to go next time for my jerk chicken fix. It certainly won't be here!

    This has to be one of the best mac and cheeses I've ever had. I'm not even kidding. This is the…read moresecond time I've ordered from here, the first time I ordered for pick up, and the second time through Uber Eats, so I can't speak about the service and vibe. However, let's get into this food. Both times, I have ordered the wings and tingz. I know I need to try something different next time :). My food was so good that I had to eat in silence. I didn't even have the energy to put on a show; I just needed a moment alone with my platter to savor every bite. I think the mac and cheese has the perfect consistency of creamy, crusted cheese and flavor. The wings are really good, too! You don't really need a sauce to pair them with; they are good on their own and super tasty. I hope the chef has a fantastic weekend; they deserve whatever they want for how good this food is. I hope this establishment receives all the love it deserves. I would definitely come here again, and I would bring my family in person for a family dinner. Next time, I will definitely try the Rasta pasta or some of their other dishes.

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