This was my first time at this location. Sooo good! As a caribbean gal, I'm definitely picky! But they checked off all the boxes! The oxtail plate was sooo good! The meat portion could have been a tad more, but the taste and spice level was there! Service was a1 ! Drinks amazing! Definitely will return! read more

Spice House Midtown - Oxtail Dinner - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Decide to try out the $5 snow crab with my fiance and had an absolutely subpar experience. I arrived at 4pm and was told we would have to wait 25mins for the crabs to finish cooking so we decided to order a Rasta Pasta while we waited. The crab legs came out an hour later at 5pm. The pasta came out around 5:30pm after asking where it was at. The food was delicious. The Rasta Pasta was great and the crab legs were good. I understand they were slammed with customers so I'm more forgiving for the wait. The service was absolutely terrible. As more customers arrived, the attitude of the waiters also increased. We saw our waiter maybe 4 times the entire time including asking for the check. She brought out our food but gave us no utensils. So we sat there staring at our food for about 10 minutes until a nice guy sweeping the floor came by and he provided us the utensils to actually eat the food. We never got any refills on our drink bc our waiter was never around. When we did see our waiter she was walking outside on her phone multiple times. When it was time to order more food we had to ask another employee to take our order bc our waiter was nowhere to be found. It took so long for the food to come out that I got up to tell our waiter to cancel our order so we can just leave. She told us to hold on as she walked into the kitchen. Our food was now magically ready or maybe our waiter didn't care to check on it. The biggest slap in the face was having to pay gratuity on a party of 2 with absolutely terrible service. I've ate at restaurants around the world and this establishment has the award for worst service. Maybe the gratuity on any size party insentivize some employees to not care about their quality of services. The table next to us was having similar issues so this is not a 1 waiter issue. Both of our tables were talking about how we will never return. I don't recommend this establishment not based off the food but how terrible the service was. read more

I am someone who gives a great deal of grace, especially to those working in hospitality, because I understand the stress of dealing with multiple personalities and high-pressure environments. Unfortunately, this experience was extremely disappointing. I visited from Texas and came with a friend who is local. We ordered three crab clusters each at the same time. My friend received her order correctly, while I was initially brought only one crab leg. When I explained that this was not my order, the server simply walked away without addressing the issue. I later flagged down my waitress, who assured me she would personally bring the correct order. After quite some time passed, she returned asking how my food was, despite never having brought it. Eventually, I received only two clusters instead of the three ordered. When I pointed this out, the waitress attempted to convince me that the two clusters on the plate were actually three, then she left and came back with a manager who clearly acknowledged that there were only two clusters served. After finally receiving the third cluster, I was told there were no utensils available to crack the crab legs. Unless you have very strong hands, I would not recommend ordering them. To make matters worse, our waitress disappeared for long stretches of time. We repeatedly had to ask other staff members for a to-go box and our check, both of which took an excessive amount of time to receive. When the waitress finally returned with the bill, she had the audacity to ask how the meal was. What stood out most was that the guests seated on both sides of us were also visibly frustrated and discussing the poor service they had experienced. An 18% gratuity was automatically added to the bill, and many of us came to the same conclusion: because the tip is guaranteed, the quality of service is none existent. read more

Spice House Midtown - On my way out - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Made a reservation for Saturday brunch and were able to get seated right away. It was very lively and the music was coming from the DJ in the room, but it was pretty loud and hard to hear each other. We ordered the Jerk Chicken eggroll which was good and the Shrimp and Grits which was great. I declined the valet only parking and parked down the road for much much cheaper. read more

Spice House Midtown - Shrimp, Sausage & Grits - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

This past Saturday a friend came to town and wanted to check this spot out. I called before driving to midtown to ask if we needed reservations and to determine if they had a dedicated parking lot. I was advised that we could just walk in if we were planning to dine within the next. 30 min or so. That would be around 5pm on a Saturday. Regarding parking - I was told there is a desiccated parking lot. It is valet parking for $10. When we pulled up it was clear that the valet parking was NOT really valet parking . Don't expect your door to be opened, your car to be parked for you, or it to be dropped off to you upon your departure! Honestly they should just ditch the "valet" and say that there is a charge of $10 to park. When we walked in we were greeted by a nice sign and a host stand. We were immediately seated at a table near the restrooms. There were plenty of staff working, yet there was a delay in an initial greeting by our wait staff. After about 10-15 minutes a wait staff did finally ask if anyone had assisted us. We told her no. At this point our wait staff decide to speak up and say yes it's my table! Once our wait staff finally came over she took our drink orders. When she returned with the drinks we placed our food order. I opted to go with the turkey wing plate and my friend ordered the oxtails. In addition to the entrees we ordered a side of plantains and coco bread. The food came out fast! Honestly I feel like most of this food is cooked ahead of time and there is no reason to delay bringing it out- so I am ok with the food coming out quickly. After we blessed the food we dug in! The coco bread was nothing special. Honestly it tasted like regular white bread to me. From past dinning experienced the coco bread here is not the correct texture or taste. Maybe there are different types of coco bread??! The turkey wing had great flavor but were tough and not fall off the bone tender. I took them home and cooked them in the oven to have that fall off bone experience. I enjoyed the taste of the rice that accompanied my meal as well as the plantains. My friend said the food had a good taste, but the oxtail were too small for the price of the meal. I will say that I think they should take more pride in presentation. The oxtail plate has gravy dripping down the side of the plate when it was placed on the table. (See picture attached). Overall, the service ended up being decent, it's a low key vibe and the food is ok. Will I go out of my way to return- no. It was not a memorable experience. read more

Spice House Midtown - Oxtail Dinner- YES THIS IS HIW THE PLATE WAS PLACED ON THE TABLE! - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I came here spontaneously because I saw a post on IG. It was after brunch so the dj was wrapping up. I was warmly greeted and offered a table or seat at the bar, I opted for a seat at the bar. The music selection was cool. I was dancing in my seat the entire time. My server was Nelly B and she let me know that it would take a while for my food order since they were switching over to dinner, so I ordered the Jerk chicken egg rolls and a lemon drop. My egg rolls were ok but my drink was really good! My meal eventually arrived, I ordered the pineapple chicken rice. It arrived in a carved out pineapple, which was really cool. On a scale of 1 through 5, I would give it a 3.5. Overall, I will definitely return for their live band and maybe another item on their menu. read more

Spice House Midtown - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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The vibe is great here! I will absolutely give them that. Was greeted by the waiter not too shortly after I was seated and was able to order the Oxtail Dip and Pineapple Paradise. The appetizer was fantastic. Those chips were the best I've ever had. Extremely crunchy and tasted good all by themselves too! The dip was very rich and cheesy & the oxtail fell off the bone. My Pineapple Paradise drink supposedly had tequila in it, but it just tasted like a good juice. I had asked if there was actually liquor and I was told it sneaks up on you, but there was no sneaking after I had finished the whole thing lol. Now the downside of this visit is the fact that it took 45 minutes before the waiter came back to my table to take my order for an entrée. It seemed he was more interested chatting with the table that smelled like a dispensary when they walked in and dancing around the restaurant, not even glancing at my table. It was unacceptable and by the time my food came, I had about three bites and was ready to skidaddle. The Rasta Pasta w/ Oxtail was very good from what I had, but doesn't heat up well at all the next day! First time having Coco Bread as well & it was great. read more

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We had a great time celebrating my mom's birthday brunch at Spice House Midtown. We made reservations ahead of time, and they seated us promptly as soon as we arrived. The food and service were both fantastic. The ambiance was nice, it had a bohemian island vibe. We started with the jerk chicken and oxtail egg rolls and the fried green tomatoes, and they were all really good. For the main course, I had the shrimp and grits, my mom had the lobsterman fried rice, my daughter had the French toast, and everyone else had the island boy breakfast. Everything was so delicious and the portions were so filling that I couldn't even finish mine! I really love how this location fuses different Caribbean island flavors with American dishes. I'd definitely recommend it and we will definitely be back! read more

Spice House Midtown - LJ Shrimp & Grits - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

The place was very inviting. Friendly staff. The crowd was a bit young for my taste. The salmon and potatoes were very tasty. My family had crab legs and the pineapple bowl and I had a taste test. Very delicious. . There was alive DJ which played great Caribbean classics. I definitely will recommend especially for the young people. read more

I went to Spice House in Midtown with some friends on a Monday around 6:30 and the restaurant was pretty empty, which was nice. Our server Diamond did an excellent job explaining the menu and giving details on certain items. The food came out hot and quick. I ordered the oxtail egg rolls and this was the first time I had them presented with whole pieces of oxtail on top. It was such a nice touch and of course they were delicious. The sauce that came with it was perfect. I also tried their happy hour specials. The tropical long island was so good, I could not tell you what is in it but it hit the spot. I ordered the five piece lemon pepper wings and they were fried to perfection. Fried hard and exactly how I like them. I tried some of the oxtail fried rice which came with oxtail on the side and some fries too. This is hands down my favorite Spice House location. The food is always good every time I come. On certain nights they have live music or DJs which adds to the vibe. One thing to note is there was no valet charge this past Monday and I appreciated that. read more

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Spice House Midtown feels like a place that actually takes pride in its food, not just the presentation. From the moment the dishes hit the table, you can tell the flavors are intentional--nothing tastes rushed or thrown together. The seasoning is layered, the portions are generous, and everything comes out hot and fresh. The lobster mac & cheese is easily the highlight. It's rich and creamy without being greasy, with tender chunks of lobster throughout instead of being buried under cheese. The pasta is cooked perfectly, and the sauce has depth--savory, slightly buttery, and well-seasoned so the lobster still shines. It's the kind of dish you order "just to try" and end up guarding your plate. The Havana paella balances the menu beautifully. The rice is fluffy and flavorful on its own, and the pineapple adds a subtle sweetness that feels fresh, not sugary. Every bite has contrast--warm, savory elements mixed with bright, tropical notes--making it both comforting and refreshing. It's filling without being heavy, which makes it a great option whether you're eating light or pairing it with richer dishes. Overall, Spice House Midtown delivers a consistently satisfying experience. The food feels thoughtfully prepared, the flavors are bold but balanced, and the standout dishes make it clear this isn't just another trendy spot--it's somewhere you'd actually come back to. read more

Great atmosphere! Great service! Dj is lit great dranks everything was good and we tried most. read more

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The food was good. My server was excellent. The drink was the best thing I had. We had reservations and still waited over 20 minutes. My friend ordered a simple plate of truffle fries. They came out cold and soggy. Everything else was hot. read more

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The food was horrible and the chicken taste like lighter fluid. Portions are very minimal for the money they are charging.the waitress charge me $2 Xtra for four sliced pieces of plantain. $16.80 for gratuity $13 for parking. Who does that. I will never ever eat there ever again. read more

Spice House Midtown - This was the only thing that was good! - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Excellent food! A bit of a wait but it was well worthy. The hostess was very friendly, and Nikki the bartender was awesome. read more

Spice House Midtown - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Very good happy hour environment. Happy is 4-7pm. I went twice this week. Great for drinks and hookah during happy hour. Food.... ‍...The staff was nice, the manager from NY cute and the Bartender was BAD! $5 wings - acceptable but small $10 oxtail dip- i would pass on it for happy hour $15 hookah - good quality $5 rum punch - strong and good taste read more

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I had a mixed experience here. The drinks were good, the bartender was really nice, and the manager was polite and professional, so I want to acknowledge that up front. The issue was with a $26 dish I ordered that ended up being far too spicy for me to eat. I only took a few bites before realizing I couldn't finish it. The staff did offer me another item, which I appreciated, but I declined. The entrée was partially comped, but the main dish was taken away. I was allowed to keep the side of mac and cheese that came with it. In the end, I paid $15, essentially for a side, which didn't feel like a fair resolution. I would have been much happier either having the entrée fully comped or discounted and allowed to take it with me. I understand spice level is subjective, but the way this was handled felt more policy-driven than customer-focused. read more

Jaime was by far the best bartender ever. He was so kind and accommodating. Made sure my friends and I were served and the drinks were amazing! Definitely coming back just for him! read more

Spice House Midtown - Tropical Mimosa A++++ - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

My friend and I visited this place on our last night in Atlanta and I was beyond disappointed. The floor was slippery as hell, it was a lot going on. We sat at the bar and it took a while for us to order our food and to receive it. To drink I. Had the sorrel which was good, the oxtail dip delicious the chip didn't taste fresh, the Rasta pasta with salmon disappointment on a plate, maybe it was just that nice cause according to the manager and the waiter it's a best seller but my friend and I seriously objected. I would say the staff is nice. read more

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Lovely Staff, presentation, wonderful cuisine, the wine refills were brought around in a timely fashion. Regarding the restroom, the paper towel dispenser seemed to be jammed. We'll return and certainly will recommend... ‍‼‍ read more

Spice House was a decent experience. It is a lounge type of environment which was nice and they played good music. Our server could have been a little warmer and more hospitable but she did her job. Lol she was attentive and made sure we got our orders placed when we needed her. I ordered the Rasta pasta and was slightly disappointed. Everything was flavored nicely as far as the sauce and the meat. However, the pasta sauce was very watery and that overall made my pasta less enjoyable. The sauce was almost like soup and was more on my plate than actually on the noodles so even though it was a nice flavor I couldn't enjoy it the way pasta should be enjoyed. Lol however I also tried the jerk chicken plate and I will say it had a very authentic taste and was really good. It seems like their more authentic Caribbean meals are truly authentic so if I ordered something else I may have had a better experience. Over this place was just okay to me but not bad for sure. read more

I went here for a friend's birthday and I have got to say these were the best vibes ever they had a live band and even the musician came up to our table where he give us the mic the whole restaurant was Vibing together which I love and then the food was a 10 out of 10 I had to order like two extra plates of plantain the hostess was amazing She made sure everything was smooth going and checked on us all the time I would definitely recommend this place to people and I can't wait to come back. read more

I had the snapper, it was PHENOMENAL! I was in town from Charlotte, NC and was looking for something quick before my flight and I was pleasantly surprised. Service was a bit slow but there was only one staff member working. read more

Only come here if you enjoy unlimited disrespect served hot, because the food definitely will not be. We spent over $600 for a birthday celebration, and what we received was cold food, a mishandled reservation, and absolutely no accountability. To make matters worse, we arrived early and waited for over an hour. During that entire time, the staff knew the party before us was running behind schedule. They knew we would not be seated on time and chose not to communicate that. No update. No transparency. Nothing. We stood there waiting while they intentionally withheld information. Because of that delay, we were eventually seated at a table that was clearly too small for our party -- including the birthday guest. The person we came to celebrate ended up squeezed at a reduced table, watching another group use her reservation and receive attentive, continuous service. That contrast did not go unnoticed. The restaurant overbooked and gave our reserved table away. Instead of taking responsibility, they blamed the kitchen and implied it was a busy night. The supervisor did not check on us during service. She did not come by when the food arrived cold. Members of our party were waiting for drinks while their meals sat in front of them. The supervisor only appeared after we had already paid, and only after being prompted about what would be done for the inconvenience. She asked what was wrong as if it were new information, handed the birthday guest a watered-down shot, and left. There was no sincere apology. No meaningful corrective action. Nothing -- and we still paid in full. If guests are finished eating and remaining at tables for the live band, there needs to be structure. Add a cover charge. Relocate them to the patio. Implement a policy. Allowing paying guests with reservations to stand and wait while others occupy tables indefinitely is not a "busy night." It is poor management. What made this experience worse was the dismissive tone and lack of care -- especially toward first responders in our group. Professionalism was absent. This was not just a bad night. It was a masterclass in disorganization, disrespect, and a complete lack of business ownership. I have already spoken with the supervisor, and if the owner continues to operate this way, no amount of seasoning in the food or talent from the live band will save it -- especially in the Atlanta restaurant market. Everyone in our party should have been compensated for the inconvenience. The host and supervisor were incompetent and unprofessional, and the staff's behavior reflected that leadership -- disorganized, reactive, and walking in circles.When people travel from different parts of the United States to YOUR BUSINESS to celebrate a loved one's birthday, they expect basic hospitality. This establishment failed at that standard. Unacceptable from beginning to end. read more

This place is a most try! The food is OUTSTANDING!!! we were in town from Los Angeles and stumbled into this gem! From the customer service, food, drinks, music and vibes, all of it was excellent! Special shout out to our server and sister girl T! She had wonderful recommendations for drinks (rum punch amazing), the sand, the pineapple drink all great! Now, let's talk about the food....it was the best! You must try the black rice!!! Not a bad word about thing. Our party had the oxtail, curry goat, Mac and cheese and pasta pasta. When I say it was all good, it was So good we went back about 2 hours for more rum punch, red velvet cakes and live music !!! Just a great place! read more

I visited Valentine's Day for the first time. The atmosphere was nice to include the live band however there were no prices on the menu and I guess it's my mistake. I should have asked but I had no idea I would be charged $260 for two entrée we received was one single rib, mashed potatoes, and two sprigs of broccoli and absolute rip off. And might add we only drink water so that did not contribute to the Price I will never sit Foot back into this establishment again. read more

Food and dj amazing , services was a little slow but over great overall. 9/10 definitely will be back very authentic Caribbean cuisine read more

Spice House Midtown - Island Escape Platter - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I was actually torn between three different restaurants for my 50th birthday dinner, and I'm so glad I chose Spice House. They were incredibly accommodating--my dinner party grew three different times, from 10 people to 16, and they handled it without hesitation. There was a little wait, but honestly it didn't matter. We enjoyed live music and drinks at the bar, which made the time fly by. The staff was welcoming, attentive, and just genuinely pleasant to be around. The food, though... even better. I ordered the red snapper, and I can honestly say it was the best red snapper I've ever had. There was something special about the crust, and after talking with the manager, I learned it's cooked using a Haitian method. It absolutely made the dish. What impressed me even more was finding out the manager was only nine days into the job and still managed every single request flawlessly. That alone says a lot about the level of service here. Whether you're looking for a date night spot, a place to celebrate with friends, or even somewhere to enjoy a great meal by yourself, I highly recommend Spice House. read more

Tre was great :) Amazing service and super kind, will definitely be back because of him and the amazing food.

Awesome service and food! I highly recommend the oxtail egg rolls and the fried greeen tomatoes....the grits are super good too!

We had a 9:15 PM reservation and weren't seated until 10:00 PM. They apologized multiple times but there was no sense of urgency to remedy the situation. We were a party of 15 for a 50th birthday, and they gave us one server. This guaranteed failure from the start. Water and drinks took forever. Food came out at different times, so no one ate together. Total chaos. The server was polite but clearly drowning. This was 100% a management issue. They comped two appetizers, but our bill was still over $1,500. For that price, this level of service is unacceptable. Not worth it. Would never return. Do not recommend. read more

The food was great the Ox tail egg rolls was so delicious. The hostess had wonderful customer service.

Made a reservation for bday celebration and they couldn't honor it because they over booked. Air didn't work and the Bartender wasnt pleasant. ONLY good part was the band. Try to support the culture and Black business, let's do better read more

Great service AMAZING food. The music was a little too loud for the space so it was hard to have actual conversations but the DJ was good. read more

The food, atmosphere, and service were amazing! Came here for lunch looking to try something new and was not disappointed! They offer hookah which was definitely something I was looking for. I ordered the oxtail egg rolls for my appetizer and they were delicious. I also had the juicy pineapple for my beverage it was strong enough that I left feeling good. For my entree I had the snapper which was cooked to perfection ! I definitely recommend coming here if you are looking for flavorful food and a relaxed time ! read more

Spice House Midtown - Oxtail egg rolls - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Husband is in the hospital nearby. Thought I would get him something he'd enjoy. I couldn't believe the portion of the to go oxtails. $35 for a plate of white rice (I asked for black) and the smallest amount of oxtails I've ever paid for. I won't be back. read more

Spice House Midtown - White rice, Oxtails, and Mushy Cabbage. - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Awesome food This place is amazing again kudos to waitress tess and mngr on duty Sunday July 20 evening We are from Las Vegas was in town and wanted authentic oxtails which my spouse had she truly enjoyed However I had smothered/fried turkey wings - blk rice with oxtail gravy on top yes sir you don't know good eating till you try this dish I would venture to say best turkey wings I ever had on the real Atmosphere was cool chill Staff was great cocktails on point this a definite go to when in ATL i have never been to the island but if this is a indication of how they eat I need to pack up and move Thank you so much for inviting HOSPITALITY Blkmandoingthingsinvegas T. Yelp Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5 Noise level Moderate noise Group size Suitable for all group sizes Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot Parking Smothered /fried turkey wings Kudos to waitress Tess Kid-friendliness somewhat Wheelchair accessibility Yes to wheel chair read more

I recall come to Spice House on the weeknights and sit at the bar. The food is always really good and the prices are typical for Elevate's Caribbean food. Sometimes on the weekends, they have events so check on their instagram to see if there is something going on because it may be hard to find seating if they are having an event. read more

Spice House Midtown - Rasta Pasta - Caribbean Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Quintez was an amazing server! Live music was entertaining. Food was good. Great date night! read more

My family and I have always dined at the Panola location; however, for my birthday dinner party, the Midtown location was suggested. The location is prime, and the building makes you feel like you are on an island having authentic cuisine! Everyone in my party was impressed and loved the food, service, and ambiance. Given the size (15) of my party, the server, "Mo," was stellar. She was attentive and made great food and drink suggestions! An added bonus for the evening was the live entertainment by Kameron Corvet, which was a treat! He has a beautiful voice. Overall, the vibe was lively, yet low-key. Last but not least was the visibility and interaction of the managers and/or owners/investors. I loved the down to earth atmosphere in an elevated space. We will certainly be back to this location soon! It's worth driving to in Atlanta traffic! read more

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