Friendly & casual vibe with a counter set-up where you enter, grab a menu or look at well-lit…read morescreens above the action. You walk along counter admiring the selections of sides, deserts. You order at the end, and find a seat. Your name is called and you pick up at the side counter. The dining area has plenty of seating, a private room looks available to reserve? Dining area & restrooms are bright, clean and inviting. My brother ordered fried fish with a chicken wing,, cabbage and sweet potatoes. He loved the fish & chicken- well seasoned without feeling your blood pressure rise as you indulged- LOL. The sides were good. I did the smothered porkchops - WOW, best that I have had - really enjoyed the main entrée and my sides (greens, black-eye peas). Both meals came with cornbread (another option was a biscuit). I have to say the food, the Staff and the establishment has been my best taste of southern cooking in the DMV area. I ordered chicken wings (6) to go for wife & I to enjoy later. Definitely worth a visit, we will be back - The smothered chops are calling me already. Lunch for two with a take home order of wings & 2 deserts plus tip was around $100.

As always such a delicious meal. It's been a minute since I've visited, and so glad I did. I'll…read morestart with the yellow cake w/ chocolate icing - delicious! I usually get the banana pudding but they were out. So for my first time trying, its very good. I ordered the catfish dinner with trinity greens and scalloped potatoes and potato salad. The batter is very seasoned and tasty. I love it. Listen my whole meal was delicious and tasty! My favorite is the honey butter biscuit, I got an extra. That biscuit is so soft, buttery, and delicious. Let me give kudos to the students upfront. They were polite, friendly, and professional. I highly recommend. If you haven't tried I definitely recommend, if you are looking for great Soul Food.

At last, after years of seeing them place in the local top places to eat, I finally paid them a…read morevisit. They're usually closed the days that I'm in the Upper Marlboro area, but not this time! It's in the same Plaza as the Amish market, so there's plenty of parking. I stepped inside and there were a couple of chairs for waiting along the window. Otherwise, it's a small open space and there are desserts on display, I'm in you to read, and very polite staff behind the counter. I decided to get the blackened salmon and shrimp entree with collard greens and mac and cheese. I got their salts at caramel banana pudding for dessert. I decided to use my insulated bag and wait until I got to my friend's house to eat. I love the shrimp and the salmon. They were seasoned well, but not to a point of tasting too salty, which can happen at a lot of soul food restaurants for me. Unfortunately, despite the good flavor, this was the case with the collard greens, whew. Also, there is turkey in there, so don't get it as a vegetarian option! The mac and cheese was good... Not sure where I would put it in my rankings, but I enjoyed it. That banana pudding.... Whoa. It was the perfect dessert, and I would happily get it again. The salted caramel and banana balance surprisingly well. Their top rankings are well deserved, and I am looking forward to trying their wings and other items next time!

Spent this afternoon at one of the local wineries and was in the mood for some fried fish…read moreafterwards and stopped here on my way home. The fish was seasoned very well...my fried shrimp were tooooo salty...the mashed sweet potatoes were ok...greens bland, Mac & cheese-eehhh & the potato salad disgusting. Smh...this place has definitely fallen off since I remember...WHAT HAPPENED?! lol Isn't the saying: "things get better with time" ??? Not in this case... Oh & my hush puppies were ok...& that caramel banana pudding was tooooo freaking sweet for me... I was disappointed... was rooting for this spot! I remember when the owners were first beginning... not too many good local soul food spots that have good potato around here... & the customer service needs help! Happy Yelping!

Heard about this spot on TikTok yesterday and my wife and I happen to be in the area today so we…read morestopped by... So glad we did. We had a 10 out of 10 experience. The young lady on the register gave us great customer service. She was friendly and welcoming, and super helpful. The owner was in the building. He was greeting customers coming out to the front checking on us great hospitality. But the food... They were busy and we still got our food with within 15 minutes. Everything was hot and fresh, but even more than that it was all delicious. We live about 40 minutes away and we plan to be back regularly.

**Sorry no pics Items ordered:…read moreTurkey wings, Mac & cabbage Catfish (grilled), Mac & yams Grilled chicken sandwich and fries Fried chicken wings Honey butter cornbread Sweet potato pie Carrot cake Only items that I would not order again chicken wings were way too salty. Turkey wings had the perfect edible skin but that crisp sacrificed the tenderness of the meat. It ate like white meat. Cabbage was not what I expected after seeing reviews and IG videos. Everything else was not bad, not good but decent if you choose not to cook for a day. Service as described in previous is GREAT! And it is more of a to-go place but inviting. I've been wanting to try...we have! The catfish I would go back for. It was not overly breaded nor overly seasoned. And the grill still has a good crunch to it. Give them a try and let us know what you think!

Our community needed this establishment. The food is not only delicious but healthy. There are so…read moremany options. My favorite is the yellow rice, collard greens, sweet potatoes, and 1/2 shrimp and 1/2 barbecue chicken. I have also fell in love with the cucumber lemonade drink and tropical fruit punch. They give you a generous portion. My daughter and I make a trip once a week. I will be trying something new the next time I go. The service and ambience is excellent. The food is like a party in your mouth! I highly recommend Spiced Black.

If Chipotle had a soulful, culturally rich cousin... it would be Spice Black. Period…read more I've been seeing this place all over social media, so when I found myself in the area, I had to see what the hype was about. First off, parking is easy. It's in a shopping center, so nothing stressful there, and the restaurant itself is easy to spot. Walking in, the first thing I noticed was how clean, polished, and classy everything looked. Even though it was busy, it didn't feel chaotic. The staff immediately greeted me and asked if it was my first time which I appreciated. They didn't just rush me through the line; they actually took time to explain the menu, how the bowls are built, and offered samples. That alone made the experience feel welcoming and intentional. Now let's get into the FOOD. Everything looked fresh. They have about four rice options (which is already a win), and I went with the pineapple coconut rice. For my protein, I chose grilled chicken, but they also offer shrimp, salmon, and even a mushroom option for vegetarians and honestly, the mushrooms looked so good I almost switched. For my added sides, I kept it simple because I really wanted to taste everything. Collard greens and sweet potatoes. But they also had plantains, and okra....real deal soul food options. Then you get into the fresh toppings. Slaws, carrots, pickled veggies. I kept it light. I finished my bowl with collard green pesto (which intrigued me, and I'm glad I tried it) and added an étouffée sauce over my rice... and listen!!!!! That combo? Chef's kiss. I grabbed a tropical punch juice, and just like everything else, it tasted fresh and well-made. Let me say this clearly: the food is a 10/10. If you're someone who will give Chipotle chance after chance, then you absolutely owe it to yourself to try Spice Black. 10/10. Worth your money. Worth the hype. Worth the experience.

Have you ever felt like the world is conspiring against you? Like it doesn't want you to be happy?…read moreFor instance, why is this establishment so far from my house? Why is the sauce so good? Flavorful and buttery without the heavy garlic. Try the Lemon Pepper/Cajun blend. Why is the seafood so fresh? No fishy taste. Why are the hush puppies little balls of happiness? Soft in the middle with a firm bite. Why was the strawberry lemonade so refreshing? It wasn't even house made, yet it tasted amazing. The space itself has somewhat dim lighting with a large bar, perfect for drinks and seafood boils. Or seafood baskets. Or wings. Or various other appetizers. Parking is plentiful and TVs are placed strategically throughout. They also have a 90-minute AYCE special. I wasn't feeling adventurous and the entire table needs to partake, but it's worth it if you have a huge appetite. The table across from us ordered shooters but we wanted to save room for the boil :D Would I return? Absolutely. 100%. Worth every single penny, and the waitress also made sure that we were comfortable. The Pick 3 for $39.99 is an excellent deal. ***This also looks like a place that stalkers would NOT be welcome. Meaning if you went out of your way to cause a scene, it wouldn't work in your favor. Just a heads up :)

Stopped in at Rock & Toss and had a great bday experience! Our server Sandy was the best, super…read moresweet, attentive, and made some amazing drinks. I had the fried oysters and the steamed scallops, and both were so good. Everything came out hot, fresh, and seasoned just right. The drinks were on point and the vibe was chill but I had fun hanging with my girl. I'll definitely be back!

So let me start with an apology for not having pictures to add to my review I have a reason why,…read moreThis was our first time going to KitchenCray Cafe in Springfield VA. To start you do not have to make reservations also they have a scan menu on the table but after speaking with the manager paper menus are available just ask. The management team was professional and very kind and to all the ladies happily married for over 13 years lol okay everything we ordered was absolutely delicious on point no need to add a thing. We ordered appetizers Salmon bites perfect 10 devil eggs we had the seafood ones every bite was unique and delicious, the wings were made just right you don't have to request crispy they we're served to perfection the shrimp appetizer was also nice crispy with delicious dipping sauce now the French Toast and Chicken was off the chain the Chicken was nice and tender now The Surf and Turf was the most expensive meal but for good reasons oh baby I never tasted a lamb chop so tender and the grits with the spinach truly a classy touch it also crab meat and shrimp is inside. Now we all love Mac and cheese baby there make and cheese has that soulful taste to it , now my reason for not having any pictures is because it was to delicious and it definitely fulfilled my appetite, They have great music and clean bathrooms. I recommend you definitely go and try it you won't regret it. Only issue not enough servers so bring your patients. The food is worth the wait. Also it is a black owned establishment perfect place to celebrate Juneteenth. Also bring plenty of money along just for two we spent $189. Again the food was absolutely worth every penny. The restaurant was clean and seating was very comfortable,

MangoPassion Refresher - 10/10 Mumbo Shrimp Deviled Eggs -…read more9/10 French Toast - 10/10 (get the half order - it's filling) Showtime Omelette - 10/10 Every single thing I ate was amazing. This is the quieter location and it definitely comes correct with taste. I am officially a loyal customer. Service: We had Ylicia and she was very good. Super attentive and even sat us (no host was at the front). We appreciate her.

Miss Toya's in Gambrills, MD is a really cute location. We made a reservation to celebrate a…read moregraduation, and they were incredibly kind and accommodating. The manager (Shem) and his serving team went above and beyond to ensure our experience was outstanding. We ended up ordering so much food because everything on the menu looked amazing. If you go, I highly recommend the Snapper, Oxtails, and Lamb Chops paired with an Old Fashioned to wash it all down. #GiveThemATry #HappyEating

We returned for brunch and loved it. Make sure you take a good appetite or the price might not be…read moreworth it.

I had the pleasure of stumbling across this business looking for Caribbean spots that were close…read more I'll try anything once! I'm so happy I did because if I could describe the overall taste and quality, it's "the cousin who cooks family dinner with the flavor of our Auntie's, but the technique and health-consciousness of a well trained chef" kind of deal lol. Everything was so delicious! I had the green beans , mashed potato, candied yams, and jerk lamb meatloaf. So you're aware, the food is made to order so it's perfect when you're planning ahead for lunch or dinner. They also deliver! (Ask for details dep. on your area). The chef was so, so nice! It's an honor to support her business! All of the vegetables tasted like they were farm-fresh--nothing was frozen! The green beans were expertly cooked with fresh tomatoes, mushrooms, and onions. The best green beans ever! I would love to get these again! The mashed potatoes were so creamy and the yams were nice and sweet, but not too, too sweet. They were perfectly balanced and had the best texture! The meatloaf was made with all of the love in the world! Now, since it has lamb, the flavor is very, very prominent. I'm not really a big meat person but this was a cool touch, and I'll try anything once! If you're a huge fan of lamb, I recommend it. I loved how there was gravy at the bottom and the traditional tomato based topping on top! I shared with my brother when he came to visit, he tore it all up! Lol. I would definitely order from Auntie's again. I saw that a friend follows the chef on social media and she absolutely loves Auntie's, too! Shame on me for putting this delicious food on a paper plate, but last night I had come home from dance class and had to eat immediately lol.

Where do I start?! The oxtails were beyond delicious. The flavors were everything. I have also had…read morethe shrimp pasta!!! OMG! I was mad when I finished my plate. For the amount of food you receive it is worth penny spent. Auntie puts her whole foot in these dishes!

Came here Sunday after church. I ordered a watermelon margarita and it was AMAZING! For my meal I…read moreordered crab and shrimp pasta and it was very good! The noodles needed a little salt but overall very good. I was so hungry I forgot to take a picture I will say since it's a rather small place the wait times can be long so it might be best to make reservations.

I struggled with whether this was a 4 or 5 star experience. I wish I could give 4.5 stars but,…read morealas, I cannot. Therefore, I coin it official round up day and round the score up to a 5!!! When I arrived they asked if we had a reservation and we didn't so they asked us to hold. I was worried we wouldn't get in but was very happy they found space for us. I must say everyone we encountered were very friendly (a tad slow at times but made up for it with friendliness). Their signature sweet tea is to die for - the mint infused delight was so great it was worth a second glass! The milk and honey latte was a hot cinnamon joy as well. I ate the smothered chicken and biscuits. It has a slightly spicy Cajun sauce, I got to pick the style of eggs and I opted for scrambled. Good choice! The biscuits (2) were soft and the chicken and eggs paired with them well. The chicken was a bit tougher to cut so they should offer people a steak knife or something sharper than a butter knife to cut it. But that is a mild complaint because the dish was delish. I also tried the berry French toast. It was super thick and, while it was a bit light on berries, the flavor was good and so was the syrup. One of the two slices tasted a bit on the greasy side but I still ate quite a bit of it. I finished the meal off with a fabulous sweet potato bread pudding. I love bread pudding and this was my first sweet potato variation to the dessert. Me likey....me likey a lot! This is my new favorite bread pudding, hands down!

Great quality comfort food for those nights you want a real meal but don't feel like cooking. Very…read moresouthern environment with friendly customer service, played great music and had many food options to choose from. I also love their daily lunch specials.

The food is always delicious, but what makes this place an "avoid at all costs" review is their…read moreservice. The staff are not welcoming like they used to be in the past. When I asked for an appetizer (wings) I was told "that's not something we can make right now" and was directed to order something easier to make from the buffet of options already out. I clarified I only wanted something small like wings. I was then told oh wait I guess we can make them but it'll be a 15 minute wait. Turns out it was a 45 minute wait, as they gave some of my order to someone else. It was also very clear the people taking my order were ready to go home as their shifts were almost over. What was supposed to be a quick stop in to a historically great restaurant turned into a bittersweet goodbye for me.