We went to Spice for girls night and to celebrate a friend's birthday. First, I love tapas, and the small plates are perfect for getting several things and everyone sharing. The table favorites were the crab fried rice, the Accra bowl, the Korean BBQ wings, and the Bang Bang Shrimp. Our server was great. We could have talked and laughed, and eaten for hours there! read more

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This low-lit trendy bar gives a sleek and sexy vibe. My date and I were able to snag seats at the bar on a Saturday day night were we enjoyed a couple of apps and cocktails. Please note, Spice is reservation only on weekends. We were lucky to grab the bar seats but typically this doesn't happen. We ordered two rounds of sushi (four pieces for $19), truffle fries, wings, and a cocktail each. This spot is pricey as you can see by them charging $19 for four rolls. My date said the wings were a 6 out of 10, and I thought my sushi was 8 out of 10. The cocktails were perfectly made. This spot is a great place for dates or to attend with a group of friends if you intend to get shareable plates as it has more of a tapas feel. Overall I liked it, the staff was friendly, the vibes were great, and the DJ they had spinning had a great! playlist. I'd definitely come back. read more

Belissima! Vibes and decorè, unmatched! Its sexy, sleak, and a lil sultry. The back lighting at night is gorgeous. It creates a very intimate vibe. The food is small plates so don't belive you're going to feast. My only draw back was flavor. When it said SPICE I was expecting an indulgent amount of SPICE with unique flavor compliments. Being internationally inspired I guess I was reaching. I will say that the food presentation was beautiful. My server Madison was sweet and very engaging. She definitely passed the vibe check. read more

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I visited Spice for an early dinner on a whim. Since they had just finished serving brunch, it was pretty quiet when we arrived. My initial impression of the space was this was too fancy for an impromptu meal, but the staff was super inviting and made it a great experience. The high ceilings and modern decor made for an upscale vibe. Our waitress took amazing care of us from drinks to the last bite and made great suggestions as well. The steak was delicious and perfectly cooked and my cocktail was balanced and tasty. For the meal we shared, I was more than satisfied. I absolutely would return to try their brunch based on the menu alone. read more

Spice - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This place definitely seems over hyped. The food was just all right. It kept popping up on recommendations so we decided to try it. The wings were dry they needed some more sauce. The bang bang shrimp was good and the sushi was just alright. The meal was also pretty expensive for us only ordering three things. read more

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Stopped by Spice on a Saturday night with one of my close friends while I was visiting CLT, and honestly, the vibes were vibing. We got there around 11:30pm, grabbed parking just across the street, and headed in. There's a bouncer at the door who checks IDs and bags. Although it's a restaurant, it also gives a lounge-esque vibe so I understand the need for security. As soon as we walked in, I fell in love with the spot. Dim lighting, perfect temperature and not too crowded. Our waitress was personable and made everything smooth, which I appreciate nowadays. The music was at the perfect volume and the mocktails were top tier. The staff is super diverse and friendly, and I loved that it's Nigerian owned. You can really feel the culture in the space. Houston could take a few notes. It's definitely worth checking out for a girls' night out, date night, or just vibing solo at the bar. Definitely coming back next time I'm in town! read more

Spice - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Ambiance was lovely. Nice place to grab a few drinks and look cute/casual. I didn't order food but our server was very attentive. read more

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Scott with Offline - Good atmosphere, great music and general vibe. Service was very good, food is small selection largely tapas style with good variety, I'd recommend the bang bang shrimp, drinks are also nicely blended, particularly the ...everything nice. read more

Very underwhelmed with my experience here. Came on a Sunday night and so many items were sold out. The server told us it was a busy weekend but there should have been a sign posted on the door or the hostess could have warned us. The light on our table was so dim it eventually died. The food kept being served in an odd number so it was hard to share items (5 wings for 4 people, 3 salmon skewers for 4 people....etc) the food didn't feel like a "signature" meal either. I think maybe if I ever came back it might be for drinks but eh. Nah. read more

I recently visited Spice and tried a little bit of everything -- sushi, wings, lamb chops, crab rice, jollof rice, and brussel sprouts, shrimp, truffle fries -- and overall the experience was solid. Food: Sushi: Fresh, nicely rolled. Not mind-blowing, but definitely good. Wings: One of the highlights. Well-seasoned, sauce flavorful, juicy inside. Lamb Chops: Tender with good flavor, cooked right, came with 4 chops. Crab Rice: So good..good flavor and actual crab, not just "crab-flavored." Jollof Rice: Flavorful with a nice kick. Brussel Sprouts: delicious and just right and well-seasoned. Service was nice.. you do have a 90min time limit for tables. Good place if you're looking for a vibey moody restaurant. read more

Spice - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I mess with Spice. I've been there twice and have enjoyed myself there each time. It definitely gives hor'dourves and appetizers instead of entrees, but I got pretty full from what I ordered. They also have excellent drinks. If you're looking for a cute place to go rather a date night or a girls night - this is a great choice. read more

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We traveled to Charlotte to visit family and celebrate my Bestfriends birthday and decided to try Spice for the first time. The ambiance is romantic, sexy, and nice for both a girls night out or a date night. The menu is mostly tapas and sushi with some amazing cocktails. As seen in the toast we all ordered a glass and had a round of some spicy tequila shot to celebrate our birthday girl! The food was delicious, full of flavor and just enough to share. Our favorite by far was the sushi, Bang bang shrimp and crab Fried rice. However the spice salmon and chicken satays deserve honorable mention. I highly recommend this place for your next date night in Charlotte! read more

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The ambiance is perfect for a date or girls night out. I enjoyed everything I tried! My favorite was the orange blossom sushi. The tapas style allowed us to share and try lots on the menu. The drinks taste good. They lack alcohol though. I had a smoke and mirrors and a shot a felt like I just had juice. read more

Food is so yummy! A little pricey but great for a special event. Tried a salmon roll, fried, ribeye, mash potatoes (10/10), corn and the wings. The steak is melt in your mouth and you get a good size steak for the price. Also did cocktails, you can personalize an espresso martini and we tried the lynchee martini if you like fruity. The service was great our server was super nice. We went for a birthday party, they had a birthday shot which was cool! Note that if you want a birthday song/dessert, it'll be an extra $15 on your tab. The dessert is maybe two bites so not worth it to me. The atmosphere is great, we asked to move tables because we wanted more room and they were very accommodating. Lastly, big parties will be added 22% gratuity. read more

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We had a reservation for 5pm on a Friday evening! Probably not needed for an early dinner, but it was starting to get busy as we were getting ready to leave. I can see this place as a cute girls night out, or a date night if you get there early like we did. The food was overall really delicious. Crab fried rice - 5/5 so good! Buttery flavorful with lots of crab Truffle fries - 2/5 almost no truffle flavor. Cauliflower bites - 4/5 good flavor and a lot of it! Bang bang shrimp - 5/5 so good!! Chicken satay - 3.5/5 pretty good, but super tender We had a little issue that the server brought out the wrong dish (chicken wings), and she removed them and brought out the satay instead. She brought out the bill and said "I took off the wings" which was a bit odd - since we didn't order or eat them lol Overall it was a great experience and a very cute restaurant! read more

Yo! How can ALL of the vibes be THIS on point?! The music? When I tell you I love our culture and I love being in environments that are on brand and unapologetic about it! Afro beats just give you exactly what they need to upon entry! Now let's get to the food, honey!? This was my second visit and I did forget once again that they had a great happy hour menu that I missed out on, again! The bang bang shrimp is so YUMMY it's got the right flavor to give you that BANG that you're looking for? Now what I did wish is that it came with steamed rice because this is so rich you need something to help cut that sauce! Not complaining though! I also had the Korean wings and those were tasty and just what you need! This food is INCREDIBLE! I love the sushi options as well just to give people variety! The shishito peppers I think were a little on the well done side for my liking-- but flavor didn't disappoint! We are coming back for a date night with our husbands because we're here on girls night! Highly recommend! read more

Just stopped in for drinks but ended up trying a few things on the menu. First off the bartender was super nice & helpful in suggesting the best drinks! Very cute aesthetic, classy, chic decor!!! We tried the crab fried rice (amazing), shrimp tempura roll (delicious & fresh), and the Nigiri (very tasty) & all of it was so good! They were playing upbeat music throughout so it was a very lovely experience. They also have tv's in the bar area if you want to catch a game. This may be one of fave little spots in the city! read more

Spice - Midnight Blue.. Rum, berries, agave, ginger beer absolutely delicious!! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Visited a second time and I'm glad I did since I was less than impressed the first time I went. I went for brunch on a Sunday with my brunch group -(there were about 8 of us). Spice is beautifully decorated, ceiling to floor windows, plush seating and nicely decorated. The waitress that serviced us was polite, knowledgeable and took her time explaining all the menu items. I had the shrimp and grits that was outstanding. The shrimp was perfectly cooked and seasoned and the grits were creamy - just how I like it. To drink I had their version of a French 75 called Soixante-Quinze and it was beautiful as well as tasty. I will certainly add them to my brunch rotation! read more

Spice - Shrimp and grits - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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"Oh my goodness " was the expression of the night. My friends and I couldn't stop saying this after every bite and every sip. The folks at Spice really have a great thing going on. Service was exceptional from the moment we entered. Our server was knowledgeable and offered her favorites as well as some of the most commonly ordered items. We were there for a birthday and the birthday girl received a free shot which was unexpected, but welcomed! I ordered the Everything Nice and can honestly say it was one of the best cocktails I've had. The spice level compared with the shuttle sweetness was amazing. One friend ordered the Matcha-tini and omg it was to die for! We ordered several different dishes and shared them. The Orange Blossom roll was a table favorite, along with the bang bang shrimp. They were out of Brussels sprouts but offered us asparagus in a cream sauce and it was mouth watering. Phenomenal service, for, and atmosphere. read more

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We had reservations for 4 at 7 on a saturday. The space was beautiful, dimly lit... Perfect for an intimate dinner with friends or your special person. It's tapas, so think shareable plates. We ordered the bang bang shrimp -8/10, the brussel sprouts 10/10, lamb chops, get both sauces, the green was my favorite- 10/10, crab fried rice - 9/10, jollof rice- has a lil kick and tomato based- 9/10, korean wings - they are not breaded but they are sauced in a sweet sauce - 8/10. And the kari kari roll - 7/10. Our waitress was amazing, she was full of tips, communicated effectively, attentive, all the good things. We did order the priy shots... cool presentation and the shot is pretty fruity. If definition recommend visiting for a special occasion. read more

I ordered via Door Dash for the very first time while staying at an Airbnb. It was a risk but I thought it arrived promptly and the food was fresh and tasty! Unfortunately, the price was unreasonably high at $50 for what seemed to be a mini sized serving of crab fried rice and a pair of tiny tuna tacos. That was the base price of the food excluding the delivery fees and tip. The tab was actually $63 bucks YIKES! In addition to the small serving of rice, the crab was barely detectable. But I must say, the cilantro garnish was lovely as was the delicious mustard / wasabi dressing. Maybe dining in would be a better way to enjoy Spice. There's no way they would serve such a teeny weeny portion of fried rice in person! read more

This was my first time here. I had a good time. I made a reservation for a get together with me and some friends. There is a parking lot across the street and a parking garage so plenty of parking. When I say the ambiance gives a sexy vibe you have to be there to experience it. The service was amazing our waitress always made sure we always had what we needed. The food was delicious. I'm sad I didn't take pics of all the plates we ordered. We had the steak, bang bang shrimp, chicken wings, chicken on stick, salmon on stick rice with crab meat (I think that's what was in the rice can't remember) all chefs kiss. I wasn't fond of the jollof rice. The only I would suggest is to be specific about where you want to sit at a table or lounge section. The lounge section is a long seat, decent size table with 3 or 4 square ottoman seats. It wasn't very comfortable the longer we stayed. I will definitely be back to visit. read more

Spice - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I've never given a two star to any place that we've been and here's why I'm going to do this. I truly hope this reaches management because I would love to see their success given there's not a lot over there.. I want to compliment the hostess. She was very friendly. We sat at the bar and the bartender was friendly ...after that the experience was just horrific. Start with there is zero beer... not that I'm a beer person but about 40 or 50% of my friends are. Also no NA options. Secondly, it was a Tuesday night at 5:30 with two couples in the restaurant and the music sounded like a Saturday night on Miami Beach ....I couldn't even hold a conversation. Third a simple sushi roll was $18. Even the small plates for the bar seemed overpriced for what they were ... it's incredibly expensive. To our surprise a simple vodka martini, which wasn't even full, was completely messed up and had ice chips in it. We were shocked to get the bill and it was $25 for a single shot of ketel one vodka with Harris Teeter olives.. I can't imagine any of this is going to create a successful formula. read more

We had a great date night at Spice. Service was good, food was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. Only complaint would be that the bar was a bit backed up so drinks were kind of slow but other than that, it was a super good experience and I'd come back. read more

Went here for a friends bday!!! The atmosphere was a vibe!! Music was good. Though we didn't get an actual table due to the large number of people we had, our sitting arrangements worked out. They do charge a 22% gratuity on large parties and the bill can only be split only 3 ways. The drinks were tasty from what I was told. My order: Raw Oysters, Edamame, Ribeye(medium), Jollof Rice w/ Sweet Plantain, Asparagus and a Spice Roll. No complaints at all, I enjoyed every bite!!!! If ever in Charlotte, try this place out!! read more

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Okay to say the least I definitely expected more from the overall experience. We set at the bar and the bartender was a guy. Who never greeted us - I looked at my husband with a is he the bartender. He immediately asks are we waiting on a table no sir we're going to chill here we may would have ordered something off the menu but I was already turned off at this point. It's not my cup of tea but do try it for yourself and see if your experience is different Updated review: The hostess, Aubury, came over and addressed the issue immediately. This was, hands down, the best recovery I've ever seen. She took care of the bill and asked if there was anything else she could do. I mentioned the Korean wings I wanted to try, and she made it happen! Thank you so much! read more

Stopped by SPICE on a Saturday night around 9PM with a group of four and we had a blast! We made a reservation and were quickly seated on arrival. The service was fantastic! Our waitress was knowledgeable and helped us pick out what we wanted to eat and drink. The aesthetics were super cute and vibey, we enjoyed sitting in a low booth for dinner but the tables are low. GOOD EATS--truffle fries w/ shaved parmesan, marinade ribeye w/ sea salt, truffle oil, and mashed potatoes. the orange blossom sushi roll GOOD DRINKS--expresso martinis w/ a splash of baileys and their speciality shot that comes out on fire! We truly enjoyed our experience here and we can't wait to come back! read more

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My wife and I stopped by Spice Restaurant in Charlotte hoping to enjoy a "return home from military service" meal. Although we did not have a reservation, we politely asked if we could be seated at a table with cushioned seating. The host explained that without a reservation, the only option available was the front area with bar-stool style seating. My wife calmly explained that we were hoping to sit in the main dining room. The host repeated several times that it would be difficult because they were booked and continued pushing the front seating option. I then showed my disabled military ID and explained that I was recovering from an in-service injury that required surgery, making bar-stool seating physically difficult. At that point, what I assumed was a manager stepped in and began explaining the "comfort" of the seating options, almost as if offering a medical opinion. That explanation was unnecessary and dismissive. After some back and forth, and clearly recognizing my discomfort, he eventually seated us at the table we originally requested. Before being seated, I was also asked to remove my hoodie from my head, despite wearing a Ralph Lauren polo hoodie and a Burberry scarf. While I understand dress standards, the timing and tone felt excessive given the situation. As we sat and enjoyed dinner, we noticed that no additional customers came in after us. The restaurant did not appear packed or particularly busy, which made the earlier insistence that seating would be difficult feel inconsistent with what we observed. To be fair, our waitress was kind and professional, and the food itself was enjoyable. However, the overall service felt unwelcoming, and other staff members did not seem attentive or interested in accommodating us. What stood out most was the lack of empathy. Those who serve this country and later live with lasting injuries do not ask for special treatment, only basic consideration and respect. That was missing here. Hospitality is not just about food, it is about how people are treated. Unfortunately, this experience fell short. read more

The atmosphere , food , staff and music was amazing !! The service was great we were recommended the Blush Bloom and it did NOT DISAPPOINT . Definitely will be back Side Note : I went for restaurant week and the portions were very small , other wise that great place read more

Spice - Appetizers the bang bang shrimp & Korean chicken wings - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I had a really nice experience for my first time coming here on a Friday night! The ambiance and the vibes were very nice and upscale. The staff were friendly and the drinks were definitely well poured! The food was good as well! I tried the Brussel sprouts even though I really don't do like them but those were a hit. I will definitely come back when I'm in town! The music set the vibe too! read more

Spice - Brussel sprouts - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Stylish and trendy. Not your typical restaurant set up. It definitely gives upscale lounge with small plates and expensive cocktails. Service was great on a Sunday evening we had reservations at 5pm. The plates are best shared so that you can get multiple plates. Food was good and small portions. I would recommend for a special occasion date night type vibe. Overall would recommend and visit again. read more

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This place is super cute! I took myself here on a solo date a couple weekend ago and I had a time! The food, drinks and service were great, the waitresses were so nice and accommodating! I had the Bang Bang Shrimp and something with Salmon. Both had a great taste and the perfect kick! Since it was just me, I didn't eat all of it because of the tapas style but it was enough for a late night snack when I got home. I tried 3 or 4 of their cocktails which were all on point. I also sat on the patio which was nice for a Saturday night. I will definitely be back! read more

Spice - Bang Bang Shrimp - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Came for restaurant week. Had 10:15 reservation but was told upon arrival that they stopped serving the menu for it at 9. The parking was easy for a Friday night. The garage is attached to the restaurant. It's small but there were plenty of spots. Parking is $18 BUT Spice will validate up to 90 minutes. We stayed for an extra 30 and paid $6. Service was great upon entering and throughout our time there. Djay played good music, had a club feel. Music too loud to be able to talk easily but good vibes. Women dressed to impress to casual. Small restaurant actually but space is used very wisely. Very chic beautiful decor. Everything we had was good: bang bang shrimp, shrimp tempura roll, Korean chicken wings, cauliflower bites. Thanks to the reviews we had regular drinking water. Came with my husband tonight. Already planning my next girls night out. read more

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I finally got around to trying Spice in Uptown! It is dim lit and a little loud but overall such a good vibe. The part of uptown it's in is very quiet as well, and plenty of street parking!! It was such a pleasant experience. We had a reservation but asked if we could sit outside - they went and wiped down the tables as it had rained and made sure the cushions were dry for us. Our server was awesome and very attentive - she frequently checked up on us. We got the Pryo shots, a few drinks & then the Chicken Satay! I can't wait to come back and try some more food / drinks. read more

Spice - Chicken satay - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Spice was one of the highlights during my visit to Charlotte, NC. We made reservations on OpenTable and was seated upon arrival. Our server was perfect. She was attentive, allowed us to change our seats and made sure we received our cocktails in a timely manner. They have a food menu. However, we visited for the drinks and vibe. The establishment is beautiful, nice vibe and the DJ played great music. Paid, public parking is adjacent to the building. I am already planning my next visit. read more

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Need a little Spice in your life? Step into the chic and welcoming vibe of Spice Charlotte! Nestled in the heart of Uptown, this culinary gem is where flavor meets sophistication. Feast your eyes and taste buds on their diverse menu offerings like the chicken & waffles, steak & eggs, oysters and more. Every dish is a masterpiece, waiting to delight you! Next, elevate your dining experience with their signature drinks! From tequila flights topped with vibrant kiwi and citrus blends, to bold and berry infusions, and everything in between, their drink menu is crafted to complement your meal perfectly. Inside, the ambiance is a blend of modern elegance and comfort, with stunning globe lights and lush wood accents that make every corner Instagram-worthy. Perfect for any day of the week! Go to Spice today and spice up your dining experience! read more

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So. Let's just start with this. I came in to town from Raleigh. My friend who I visited said she heard how good this place was. First. We walked in on a Friday night, we asked if we needed reservations and we were told no. I'm like ok, so can we get a table for 3. The host then told us that we couldn't get a table until all the reservations were filled. So to me that kinda sounds like we needed a reservation. After learning that, they did tell us that the bar was open to walk ins. Ok bet. We went to the bar, found 3 seats next to each other so we thought we were golden. We were not. There were 3 bartenders, 2 for the bar and the 3rd for the drinks being made for tables that needed a reservation. It took a smooth 20 minutes to even get a drink ordered. That's insane. Once we finally got someone, we did an order for drinks and food so that we didn't have to flag someone down again. Drinks took more time and the food....the only thing we received out of 5 dishes ordered was 1 order of sushi. Which was actually better than I expected since the menu was all over the place. After an hour we still hadn't received any other food. So after getting our second order of drinks we decided to have them cancel the rest of the food order. We saw plenty of people on the other side of the bar being served more frequently than the side away from the door. So anywho, if you've made it this far. This place had potential, but man was it chaotic. From the food to the vibe. Are we going for a lounge? Are we going for a club? Serving jollof rice to sushi and everything in between is also a lot. People getting bottles with sparklers in this closely packed restaurant is also wild. Customer service is lacking. Wait time for anything is longer than should be acceptable. I wish I had better things to say because there is definitely potential. But will I be back? Nah. read more

Spice - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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BEST BRUNCH SPOT IN CHARLOTTE Brunch at Spice Charlotte was amazing from start to finish! We were warmly welcomed, the vibe was upscale and relaxed with great music, and the service was top-notch. We loved the Berry Lassi Smoothie, Midnight Blue cocktail, and the food, especially the Chicken & Waffles, which were hands-down the best we've ever had. Beautiful presentation, delicious flavors, exceptional staff, and a spot we'll definitely be coming back to! read more

Spice - Brunch at Spice: Appealing to the Eye and Palate - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Absolutely worth the drive! The staff was so welcoming, and Lilo made our experience unforgettable with her amazing recommendations. The lamb chops were juicy and flavorful, the rolls and wings were delicious, and the complimentary orange roll was such a thoughtful surprise. The restaurant is clean, stylish, and has such a fun vibe. We will definitely be back! read more

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I had the opportunity to attend spice last night for the first time. My waitress Mariah was fantastic and very attentive throughout my entire dining experience. I ordered the Korean wings and the salmon bites, in addition to a tequila drink, which was basically like a spicy margarita. The wings and drinks were fantastic... the salmon however was overcooked and dry. The ambience and vibe of Spice is top-tier ... And to be honest, that's essentially what you're paying for. Although I enjoyed my food and drink I will say everything was very overpriced. For the drink and two tapas my bill came out to be $86 . I have no problem paying for value.... However, I didn't see the value equal to the price given. Tip: This is a great date spot if you're looking for light bites and nice ambience. If you're feeling on the hunger side, you definitely want to opt for something else with a larger menu. read more

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