Seriously the BESTTTTT Fried Chicken I have ever had in the DMV!!!! It was our first time here and I am the happiest girl ever!!!! As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by Shivali (Kajol) she was so kind and very helpful about the menu since it was our first time. We changed our order a few times while we were at the register, and she was soooooooo kind and patient. She gave us recommendations and was sooo sweet to us. We got our food in perfect time!! We did not have to wait long at all. It was ready in less then 10 minutes of placing our order. It was HOT, delicious and perfectly made!! Every bite I took was infinity Amazing and beyond!!! Everything my family and I ordered was extremely flavorful, the Fried Chicken was beyond delicious!! It had the perfect CRISP!! The perfect moist juicy chicken!!! Oh my gosh!! We got to meet the Chef, Chef David woww!!! You and your team are amazing!!! The best Fried Chicken I have ever had!! The fried fish was very flavorful and cooked extremely well!! The biscuits was amazing!! We will be back but seriously the BEST friend chicken!!!! Since I got SPICY fried chicken it was perfect in spice and tasted delicious!! The fries and mashed potatoes were amazing. My family got coleslaw and loved it too. It was very clean in the restaurant. It felt very warm and comfortable when you walked in. The bathrooms are extremely clean. Seriously don't miss out on supporting this beautiful business, there food and service are amazing!! You will be back for more!!! Thank you soooooooooooo much for everything!! We will be back and bring more people to support!!! Thank you!!!! I am soooo beyond thankful my family and I came to eat here!! Thank you so much for such a beautiful experience!!!! read more

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My first time back here since they changed the name to Notos Kabobs. I think the menu is a little different. I ordered the Chicken Tikka kabobs which came with rice, salad and pita bread and two sauces. Everything was delicious and it was a very large serving. The salad was very fresh. Bathrooms were clean but some of the table tops were a bit sticky. read more

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Not southern, but solid tasty Indian, hummus and felafel and more. Clean. Seats are comfortable for a short period of time. If you are in the straits a fresh meal with home cooked quality. read more

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I went here and I ordered the lamb wrap and it was very delicious. It is a carryout style restaurant where you can sit and eat your food so don't expect much for ambiance , but the service was really nice and the price was very reasonable. read more

Notos Southern Bites - Lamb wrap - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Finally gave this place a try and I was not disappointed. On a Wednesday evening, it wasn't too busy. Very nice employee who rang me up and explained their menu. The concept of the mediterranean and southern fusion is cool. I might try the fried chicken next time. This time, I tried the chicken tikka kebab with white rice and a side salad. Didn't care for the white sauce but that green sauce was fire!! They were very generous with the pita bread. Woot! read more

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Chicken kabobs were bomb. Usually chicken is more on the drier side but Notos sure knows how to make it so it's not dry It was super tender, juicy, and flavorful. brown rice -- was different (in a good way) I could be wrong but it had a hint of cinnamon which sounds odd but it somehow worked. If it isn't cinnamon, whatever seasoning they use in the brown rice = amazing. Side: chickpeas. I love chickpeas so it was yummy! Pita bread = to die for! I'd go here again. I forgot to take photo though. read more

I driven by Notos Southern Bites many times, but the name kinda threw me for a loop, so I never ventured in. Recently, I was in the area trying to kill time before heading to my part-time job, so I decided to give them a try. I had an enjoyable experience, but definitely didn't experience the southern part of the restaurant. I ordered the Chicken Shawarma Bowl through their website. While the inside seemed clean was practically empty, I am a fan of eating in my car...ALONE. My food was ready in less than 15 minutes and I was in an out of the venue in no time. The flavors were really good, but again; I didn't get any notes of southern cuisine. Maybe there are other menu items that hit on these notes, but I didn't get it. read more

Notos Southern Bites - Chicken Shawarma Bowl - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

We're went to that giant wine shop next door and we're hungry. I reluctantly decided to try this place. What a pleasant surprise. Everything was fresh and tasted great. They brought out a naan type bread with this really good green sauce. And we had the chicken and beef kabobs. Chickpea side was seasoned really well I'd recommend trying that. Rice had super long grains and topped with currants or raisins cooked sliced carrots maybe? Good meal that really hit the spot. Recommended read more

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Notos Southern Bites is a true hidden gem that hits every mark. Everything here is packed with authentic flavor and cooked to perfection. The kebab is hands-down the best tender, expertly spiced, and genuinely traditional. Their fried fish is equally incredible, with an impeccably crisp coating and fresh, flaky center, while the chicken is consistently juicy and flavorful. Beyond the exceptional food, the restaurant is spotlessly clean and the service is warm, fast, and attentive from the moment you walk through the door. Rating: 5/5 stars phenomenal food, spotless space, and top-notch service. Can't wait to come back! read more

The bowls are delicious, healthy portions and full of flavor. From the southern side the fried whiting is on point, always fresh and hot.

Staff was super amazing. They really enjoy taking care of the customers and proving the best customer service. They went above and beyond, literally leaving my jaw dropped for their attention to details and professionalism. Location was clean and atmosphere was very calm and welcoming. Plenty of free parking, clean restrooms. Food was so delicious, I ate my entire bowl and I was so full. Everything tasted fresh, like it had just been made! Overall, best experience I've had and amazing food. read more

I live to be caught off guard by good food and BAM Notos Southern did that for sure. From the outside, this place is ho-hum with big posters in the windows and sterile seating. But the food...OMG the food. I had the chicken kabob salad what was flawless in every aspect. Lettuce (not complicated but good), various hummuses, other toppings, and the chicken...oh the chicken. It been hours since I finished my meal and my tumtum is still elated about what I did to it. Don't be fooled by the outside. The food here is amazing. read more

The chicken was hot and crispy. Had a decent flavor. It was very juicy. I would've loved a little bit more kick of salt but their signature sauce gave it a good flavor. The place is extremely clean and the service was friendly and fast. Next time, I'll have to try their Mediterranean side read more

Notos Southern Bites - Three piece chicken - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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I visited this place while shopping over the weekend and it did not disappoint. This is the perfect fusion of southern food and Mediterranean. I got a Mediterranean chicken bowl as well as fried chicken strips. Everything was fresh and packed with flavor. The service was great and the ambiance inside was very calm and casual. Definitely visit while in Laurel! read more

Fried chicken was solid. Tender, great crunch, seasoned pretty well (could've been seasoned a bit more). I have to try more food from their menu to be able to give it 5 stars. read more

Notos Southern Bites - 5 Pieces Chicken Entre - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

The food is always phenomenal her at Notos, but what shines to me most is the service. Every time I come in I am greeted by a very kind and warming staff, especially Mo. He is truly a great employee and always puts a smile on my face. It is a great spot and I highly recommend to anyone in the area. read more

This goes to show how long it's been since I've been to Total Wine -- I never noticed this place was right next to them! There are such a unique combination of southern food and Mediterranean. I knew I had to try the best from both sides, and friends had been telling me to get fried chicken and a gyro, specifically. I honestly didn't want fried chicken, so I got the spicy chicken sandwich instead. And I didn't wanna double down on chicken, so I got the shawarma gyro. The order was supposed to be ready in 5-10 minutes, and I went to browse in ALDI in the meantime. When I got back it was ready, so I grabbed my napkins and I was on my way. To make sure you grab napkins on the way out -- there were none in the bag when they handed it to me. Also, you can dine in if you'd like -- they have plenty of tables, but it's set up like a casual fast restaurant. I got home and was delighted and how yummy everything looked! I had the chicken sandwich first. I loved everything about it. I could always do spicier, but it had a nice kick. The bun was nice, the chicken itself was good I think... tried to taste it by itself but the ends sticking outside of the bun were more bread than meat. But everything together was fantastic. The gyro was one of the most flavorful ones I have had to date... I don't know what kind of magic they got going on, but I loved that. Makes me excited to try more of the Mediterranean selections especially. If you haven't been here yet... go. read more

Update: had the shawarma wrap and it was amazing! Loved all the ingredients that I selected for the wrap! read more

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The food and service are amazing!! Their bowls are better than cava and you can't beat their fried chicken, too. Come and eat here, you will NOT be disappointed!! read more

I love Notos! Their bowls are super filling and always bring the same quality! If I'm looking for something on the healthier side I will grab one of their bowls, however their fried fish does look appealing too! The service is always excellent as well. So thankful they are in Laurel. read more

Introduction: I was very happy when Notos opened a couple of years ago because it was something unique to my neighborhood. I bought my home in Russett in 2020. And while Russett is a nice neighborhood and has a lot of advantages, one of the disadvantages is somewhat the lack of unique local restaurants within 2 miles of me. Go a little further to Laurel in Prince George's County, 3-5 miles away there are some more local options, or some other areas a bit further. But if I want to quickly grab some food near me, before Notos, my options were Panera, Chick Fil-A, Chipotle, Popeyes, McDonald's, Burger King, & Royal Farms. In early 2021, &pizza opened, which was a nice addition. Charley's Steaks too was good more recently. But those are still chain restaurants. Granted chains can be great. For example, I love CAVA, and I learned one opened in Laurel about 4.5 miles from my home (where Potbelly used to be), but I still haven't been to that location. I'm more likely to go to the Columbia location of CAVA a bit more than double the distance. Restaurant Experience in General: Notos is somewhat like CAVA in that they have bowls & wraps on their menu. But they also have a "Southern" menu with fish, fried chicken, etc. I've mainly had the Mediterranean bowl with rice &/or lettuce as a base, typically chicken, hummus, olives, & a few other ingredients. This place like CAVA is delicious! The price is comparable around $11-12 for a bowl nowadays. They are pretty nice in here too, and the service is efficient. I'd say I come to Notos on average once a month as this is a solid option in the area. They also have specials on Monday & Tuesday advertised in front. Unfortunately, it just seems like I never end up going there on either of those days. November 2023 visit: I had a second date here at lunchtime on a rainy November Sunday during Thanksgiving weekend. I told her the thing to get was a bowl and that it's excellent. She got this much more expensive platter that was like double the price. I paid for hers, but was annoyed. She said it was way more food than she thought. I told her, she should've gotten the bowl like I did, and she admitted after the fact mine would've been a better choice. I helped eat a couple of the things, but some of the food ended up going to waste. The food was still high quality. This 2nd date was a strange one. The first date was great, and this one fell flat. This chick was from Indonesia, worked with kids living at the home with the family & kids in Lanham, and had just moved here in October. She told me that she & the family were moving to California next week! I said how crazy it was. Who knew if it was true or not? She Uber/Lyft to get to the first date in Greenbelt with me taking her back home. This time she did the same but quite a bit further to Maryland City, and she said don't worry about taking her back home. Visits with my girlfriend in 2024 & Fried Chicken: I got a girlfriend in February. We've been to Notos together a couple of times. She really liked on our first visit on Oscar Sunday in March. This has been an option for us. I had mentioned to the person making the food &/or cashier a couple of times in 2022-2024, that one of these days I should try the Southern side of the menu like the fried chicken. The guy assured me the fried chicken is great, and I said I live close to here, and there's already Royal Farms & Popeyes for fried chicken, so I'm not sure when I would get. One day in the summer I believe it was Friday evening, my girlfriend saw the outside posters with Monday/Tuesday specials. Of course, it wasn't those days, but she said I didn't know they had fried chicken! I said yes they do, but I've never had since I've always gotten the bowl here! And if I'm in the mood for fried chicken, I'd likely go to Royal Farms with a small chance I'd go to Popeyes. This was one of those days when we were undecided on what we wanted to eat, and I said, let's just go to Notos. She said that she wanted to get the fried chicken, and since I wasn't dead set on any particular food option that day, I said I think day is the day I'm going to finally try the Notos fried chicken myself too. I have to say the fried chicken was excellent too. On par with the high quality of Royal Farms, but different. Also, it was more expensive than RF. But I definitely wouldn't rule out as an option here, but if I'm going to Notos, I'm almost always going to get the bowl since I know that's excellent and the only of its kind in Maryland City. Conclusion: Definitely will keep coming back for the bowls & even the fried chicken on a rare occasion. Maybe I'll try getting a wrap and/or other options. read more

Great food and customer service! Nice environment very clean and light! Chef David was amazing read more

Notos Southern Bites - Butter chicken bowl with rice, mixed greens, corn, tomatoes, chickpeas - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

I stopped by Notos Southern Bites on my way to work, and I was pleasantly surprised by the twist on their name. Though I expected soul food given the "Southern" in the name, it turns out they serve Mediterranean cuisine. Ambiance was good as it was a clean bright restaurant store front with lots of lighting. The food was quite good. The chickpeas were perfectly spiced, the hummus was creamy and delicious, and the fish was well-prepared. The service was a bit slower than expected, though it wasn't too busy when I visited. I'm guessing the delay was due to the fish being made to order, which is understandable. Parking was convenient since it's located in an outlet. Overall, I enjoyed my meal and will likely return to explore more of their menu. read more

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Great experience and easy to order I got the lamb and beef kebab I think it needed to be on the grill for maybe 5 min more it was a bit mushy in the middle. I love that when you done in they serve you on real plates it elevates the experience of being there. The gyro was good but the white sauce tasted similar to ranch and not white sauce. The resturant looked clean but I didn't walk around to inspect. The prices were pretty fair and the naan was pretty good. The fries were spectacular!!!! read more

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Tried the 3pc tenders and a chicken Shawarma wrap. Both were very good, service was friendly, and the food came out fast. read more

Notos Southern Bites - Chicken 3 Pieces Tender Entre - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Very good eats. Idk what kind of special they had to get me this chicken curry but it was soooo good. I didn't try any of their southern bites but I will have to go back and try it. Everyone in here was nice too! read more

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Everything was nice and hot! It was our first time checking this place out and Chef David was so kind! He swore we would love the food and even gave us free samples to try. He was right we will be back:) read more

Notos Southern Bites - Chicken Kabob - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Delicious lunch bowls next to Total Wine & More! An employee at Total Wine recommended this lunch spot to me. I was greeted and told the person working that it was my first time. He welcomed me and began to explain the offerings. I selected the Bowl with Chicken Shawarma. I was able to customize my toppings - white rice, cucumber salad, feta, cilantro hummus, pickled onions, mixed greens etc. They have a variety of sauces to chose from. I tried the Noto sauce, it was decent but I think I would try garlic next time. The baklava was flavorful with a honey sauce. I even received a loyalty card where you receive your 6th bowl free. Chef David took good care! Great customer service! read more

Notos Southern Bites - Chicken Shawarma Bowl - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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Their Chicken is so good. Workers so nice and patience , a bit hard to understand but they do the job right. The place is so tidy and smells nice from the food. read more

This was my first time trying this new establishment. It's very clean and modern inside. The location is also convenient for Target and Total Wine shoppers. My fried chicken dinner was flavorful but very greasy/oily. I enjoyed the seasoning but just too much oil that I had to Pat it with a paper towel. The biscuit was delicious. The Mac and cheese lost me because as a southern girl I prefer baked Mac n cheese and this is more stove top and runny. The baklava was delicious. The cashier was super nice and offered me the frequent visitor card for my next return. Overall I'm returning to try the Mediterranean options. read more

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Upon arriving I was kindly greeted by a gentleman named David. I asked him what the best thing on the menu was for my buddy and I. David recommend the lamb kabob, beef kabob, fried chicken and told us to have a seat. We were served 2 beautiful plates within minutes. I haven't been in Maryland long but this is by far the best hospitality i've had my entire time. Shout out David for the amazing food. Super positive guy and made the atmosphere fantastic. Thanks again. 10/10. -Tony read more

Notos Southern Bites - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

What's not to love about this place. Food fresh , great & friendly service , great prices , definitely worth it!!

This place was absolutely delicious!! I loveeeeeeeed their fried Catfish, it was juicy, crispy and had the best flavored.. whoever seasoned it, wooo did a great job! We will actually go there for like a bucket of fried catfish. We also tried their spicy fried chicken which was really good as well and definitely seasoned right but our fried catfish stole the show. Next time, we'll try to fried shrimp! I would say that their sides could be just a tad bit bigger but we only had fries so I would be curious to try their other sides to see the flavor and taste (we'll keep y'all posted on that). Overall, love the concept as you can get Mediterranean food or Southern food so it's great for those who are a little indecisive like myself. The staff was patient and very friendly which is always a huge plus and they offer military discount! We look forward to visiting again! read more

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Notos Southern Bites was decent. We came here on our way home, and had been meaning to check them out. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The inside of this location is very clean and inviting. During my visit I got the catfish, and 10 pc shrimp. My family ordered tje chicken sandwich, and a bowl from the mediterranean side. I wasn't blown away by the catfish or the shrimp though they weren't bad. I've just had better. The breading was ind of think on the catfish, and reminded me of the tackle boxes I used to get from Danny's carryout in College Park. My wife enjoyed her bowl, and my son really liked the chicken sandwich. I have to say that the fried chicken here looks really good, and I'm pretty sure I will be back to try it. I'm always weary of places that boast a wide variety of food from different categories. Southern cuisine and mediterranean is just about as polar opposite as you can go. We had a similar concept in Waugh Chapel that came and went without making very much noise. These guys are just starting out though, and I don't want to put a bad spin on my experience here because it wasn't. I look forward to coming back once they get a little more time under their belt to work out the kinks. I feel like this can become a really solid option for myself and the people in this immediate area. read more

Notos Southern Bites - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Think of this place as the fresh version of Cava! I loved my experience here and can't wait to come back and try the variety of items they have on the menu. From fried chicken, to Mediterranean food, and even seafood, I was kind impressed that a fast food restaurant offered this variety of options. I got a falafel pita wrap (which you can customize). First of all the employee who made my wrap was really that guy!! He offered suggestions to improve my wrap but didn't state them in a way that was demeaning. I loved how fresh the falafel and vegetables I had tasted. The only thing that would've made it even better was if they offered spicy toppings/sauces. My friend got a spicy fried chicken sandwich and her exact quote was "if you don't want to waste time in the line at chick-fil-A, just head over to notos." She did say that the spice was underwhelming however. The star of the show was the fries. I will say they would be better if they added seasoning vs just salt to them. I can see Notos being my new go to spot when I want something healthy. Still not sure about the southern food aspect of the restaurant but the Mediterranean part is pretty good. read more

Notos Southern Bites - Falafel pita - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Great new place! Not sure when they opened, but it said on the front it was new. We tried almost everything - chicken schwarma, fried chicken, all the seafood platters, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes (with skins!), and coleslaw. Everything was quite good, flavorful, fresh. The fried stuff was crispy and well seasoned. Out of the seafood, I thought the shrimp and the catfish were better than the whiting and trout. I didn't get a picture of the menu, but the prices seemed reasonable. read more

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The service was so-so. I ordered ahead and they hadn't even started it when I arrived, a little late at that. My other complaint is that out of a six piece chicken order, three pieces were wings. The food was decent, but it all had been cooked ahead of time instead of fresh. read more

To be completely honest, I did not know what to expect when I chose to eat at this restaurant. The interior is very similar to the trending cafeteria/warehouse looking interiors with exposed air conduit and pipes on the ceiling, and cafeteria tables and chairs on a tiled floor. There is a soda machine and utensils station on the left side of the restaurant, and the line to put in your order is on the right. I usually try to avoid restaurants like this one because when they offer two completely different styles of food, and I've noticed that when that happens one or both of the offered styles of food suffers. However, Notos definitely pulled it off. We ordered off of the kabob menu (as opposed to their assemble your own meal menu like Chipotle). I ordered the Chicken and Beef Kabob combo meal. My wife ordered the Salmon and Shrimp Kabob combo meal. They both came with rice, salad, and bread. The kabob's for both meals were dusted with some spices and were fantastic. The meat was nice and juicy, and the salad that came with the meal was very fresh. This was not the only time we ordered from this establishment. A few weeks later we ordered the Six Piece Fried Chicken combo meal (it came with a biscuit). I have to tell you that I was completely taken by surprise by Notos' fried chicken. It was one of the best pieces of fried chicken I have had in Laurel in a long time. I'm talking just as good if not better than any of the national franchise fried chicken restaurants all across America. It was hot, juicy, crispy, and when they say it is spicy they mean it ( definitely leaves your lips burning a bit). Their French fries are good too (the battered type). My only complaint is that the restaurant is a little pricey, but what restaurant isn't these days since Covid spiked up all the pricing. I definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who is a big fried chicken fan such as myself. You will not be disappointed. read more

Notos Southern Bites - Salmon and shrimp kabob combo meal - Southern Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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Visited on a Friday evening and let me just say in was pleasantly surprised, the staff is very friendly and welcoming walked right in and placed my order, it did take some time but I don't mind because the food...... oh the Food was amazing fresh, hot, flavorful just delicious. We ordered the fried whiting, samosas, koobideh & chicken kabob &&& chicken strips with biscuits YESSSSS all that, and Everything I mean Everything was BOMB. I will definitely be back again to try even more. Ps. The bathrooms are super clean and fresh just more reason to love this place. read more

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I am actually very confused how this place is rated so well. The bowl that I tried tasted like the ingredients had been sitting in the fridge for far too long. Kinda similar taste to freezer burn and since it was the sauce every bite was an overwhelming gross taste. Even if it did not have that bad sauce on it, Noto does not come close to its competition for Mediterranean bowls (cava, halal guys, mezeh, etc). I tried their fried chicken and fries too. This is below average, extremely forgettable food. We are halfway through 2023 and so far, this year this is the worst food I have had at a restaurant yet. I think they really need to find out what they want to specialize in and focus on improving that. read more