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    Spiced Black

    4.7 (229 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Side of plantain
    Clariee J.

    (3.5 stars) This was pretty good I definitely love the concept...but I didn't like the rice. I got the Spicy tomato Jollof (minus the pickled habaneros) with grilled chicken and mushrooms (1/2 & 1/2 protein). The flavors and spice was good, but the rice was just too wet for me. And it wasn't wet because of the sauce...I could tell it was wet before they even served it in my bowl. And on top of that, there's a spicy tomato sauce that goes on the bowl, so then it was just swimming lol I've only had authentic jollof rice once and it wasn't wet like that. I dunno what's traditional for jollof, but in general, I don't like wet rice. The mushrooms also had a really weird texture. They were way too chewy...I kept chewing and chewing and chewing and eventually just spit them out. So that was a disappointment. The plantain was good and like I like them--warm, sticky and sweet (pause). The grilled chicken was good, too. Sort of reminded me of the grilled teriyaki chicken that you get at a mall food court But like I said, the flavors were good. The portion size is honestly ridiculous lol I could only eat half my bowl, and I had to push to get that down. Customer service was also great--two young ladies at the front who greeted me with a smile, offered me samples, asked about my day, etc. I felt cared for walking out.

    Mango Caribbean Jerk Salad with bbq chicken
    Brisje G.

    Spiced Black never disappoints. It is my go to spot whenever I am in the Largo area. I always order the Caribbean mango jerk salad with barbecue chicken and plantain chips. Since I do not like avocado, I ask for extra mango salsa. Trust me, you will not be disappointed. Whenever I want a healthy option that still tastes incredible, Spiced Black is the first place that comes to mind. The flavors and spices are unmatched, and for the price you get a generous portion. The staff is always friendly and helpful, and the restaurant is clean with great aesthetics. I love this place for the culture and will continue supporting.

    BBQ Southern Soul Bowl - Modified
    Nicholas C.

    Conceptually unique! I never thought I'd come across a place like this. Usually with places like this, you have to try it a second time to figure out what is best to you. However, I didn't experience that. I had a modified BBQ Southern Bowl and I would re-order it again in a heartbeat. The bowl did look a bit iffy but all the flavors were coming together beautifully. I could do without the cornbread croutons. This place is definitely not something I would get daily or even weekly as I felt like I'd become unhealthy if I did. Let's hope the next time I go is just as good as the first!

    Cucumber Mint Lemonade
    Rachel B.

    Hubby and I tried this space together. The gentleman pictured serving here was so happy that we came and he mentioned it a few times. That was the highlight of the visit. The customer service was amazing and they wanted you to know that they were privileged for our service. I love that! It was a nice spin on Cava/Chipotle meets Soulaan. I was pleased with the habanero peppers and the flavors. Try it out!

    Custom Bowl
    Wali G.

    Flavorful, custom made bowl with tasty ingredients. My bowl consisted of the following: jollof rice and pineapple coconut rice, sofrito and spicy tomato sauce, bbq chickpeas, mango salsa, charred okra and broccoli and the citrus and jerk vinaigrettes on the side. Everything that was platted onto the bowl was deliciously tasteful. The spices were there! I actually preferred the jerk vinaigrette dressing over the citrus vinaigrette, but honestly, the bowl is flavorful enough alone that you could do without the dressing. The service was quick and efficient. The associates greeted me upon walking in and made sure that I was taken cared of. It was a great experience and I will definitely check in again to try more of their tasty foods.

    Motto
    Michael R.

    Had to stop in and try. After watching people come out with bags of goodness, I knew I was in the right place. The food is fresh and presented nicely. Orders are assembled quickly and the staff is friendly and welcoming. Ambiance is mellow with a cool vibe of music, Not loud inside and conversations between staff and customers makes for a very pleasant healthy meal experience. An order of Cajun Jambalaya Étouffée Bowl with half chicken and half seafood (shrimp) and their Mango Caribbean Jerk Salad with grilled salmon were great starters for my first visit!

    Menu
    Paula S.

    I love coming to this place to grab flavorful, fast casual food. I have yet to visit and there's no line. This is my Cava and Chipotle replacement. I especially enjoy the variety of vegetables and non beef or pork protein options, although there is beef in the chicken sausage casing.

    Armistead J.

    Spiced Black was an outstanding experience from start to finish! The customer service was absolutely impeccable--warm, attentive, and welcoming. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with genuine smiles and such positive energy. And the food? Simply incredible. Every bite was full of flavor and clearly made with care. The atmosphere was just as amazing, making it the perfect spot for a great meal and even better vibes. Also I recommend the spicy tomato jollof but they have alot of options you will definitely luv this place.

    Mango Caribbean Jerk Salad
    Dalton S.

    Listen.. if you're looking for a healthy and wholesome food option this place is the truth. As someone who tries to stay away from a-lot of junk and processed foods, the food here is fresh option to choose from. The restaurant is centered around black heritage foods and is perfect for someone with a colorful diet. If you're in a rush, certain days can get really busy and there might be a wait since the staff has a hard time keeping up with orders but they're always nice despite being busy and greet everyone as they walk through the door. Despite things being hectic they always seem in great spirits. Their Mango Caribbean Jerk with Salmon, avocado , mango salsa , and plantain chips over salad is a go to of mine & of course just like cava or chipotle you can add to your bowl but personally this place is towards the top of my list. I definitely look forward to exploring the menu more often.

    Jollof rice, adobo shrimp, collard greens, red beans, avocado, plantains, sofrito sauce
    Ashlee S.

    The Black version of Cava but better! Spiced Black has been on my list for a minute but I'm rarely in that area. Well today, I wasn't too far away from it so I made a detour to finally try this amazing spot! I went in planning to order the yellow rice and bean sofrito signature creation but then I decided to put a twist on it. Instead of yellow rice, I got jollof rice and then I added collard greens. It was so freaking delicious and the portion size was perfect! The guy starting my bowl asked if it was my first time and if I had any questions. I asked him his thoughts on my yellow for jollof rice swap and he said it sounded great. I had a few questions for almost everyone as my bowl made it down the assembly line and they were all kind and patient. While the restaurant is a fast casual type spot, it still has some seating available should you wish to dine it. I will say I thought the price would be more like $15 so I was surprised when it rang up as $19. Either way, it was bomb and I'll definitely be eating there again.

    Great way to honor the culture with this creative post-it board!

    First spot my husband and I tried in the area, amazing service and the food was delicious! Skip the Chipotle across the street and try this out, you won't regret it! Happy 2 Year Anniversary! I hope to see y'all continue to stand strong!

    Jallof rice, Sofrito Sauce, Grilled Salmon, Grilled Shrimp, Curry Cabbage, Collard Greens, Bbq chickpeas
    Mary W.

    Spiced and smoky! The food here was seasoned to perfection with a delicious smoky kick--exactly what I needed after a long day at work. I'll admit I was a little skeptical when my fiancé pulled up because I'm not a fan of my food mixing too much, but the staff happily gave me my greens on the side, which I really appreciated. My only regret? Not trying even more dishes! I'll definitely be back. What we tried: Red rice w/ Étouffée sauce -- 10/10!!! Grilled chicken -- solid 8/10 Grilled shrimp -- solid 8/10 Plantains -- 8/10 Collard greens -- 8/10 (fiancé: 7/10) Curry cabbage -- 7/10 Jollof rice w/ sofritto sauce -- 8.5/10 (fiancé: 9/10) BBQ chickpeas -- 6.5/10 (fiancé: 7/10) Salmon -- 5.5/10 My only little recommendation would be a "fussy eaters box" with compartments for those of us who like our items separate--but that's totally personal preference. I really love their quick counter-service style and the overall vibe. Highly recommend checking it out!

    Pineapple Coconut Curry Bowl with shrimp! 10/10

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