J Spice
George Parker · 25 Google reviewsJ Spice — low-key food in Loop that runs on repeat customers. Zoe Blackwell: "The jerk chicken was incredibly tender, perfectly seasoned" [$$]
What 34 diners keep saying
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“So I went there a week or 2 ago and tried to get a meal and they ran out of virtually all of their sides except the ones I didn't like lol so I couldn't get my meal. I came back today and they had all their sides and I ordered the oxtail with Mac and cheese and cabbage. They let me try the mac and cheese first before I ordered it, it was very good. This was a delicious meal, the oxtail was a 8/10 the whole plate together was a 9/10 I was very happy with the size. Most times I go places and order oxtail my plate is light this felt like it was going to be filling and it absolutely was. I would definitely recommend this place. I did hear they won't be at the current location in the Food Hall on Washington in the Loop much longer though so get there while you can.”
“Ordered for lunch the rice bowl with jerk chicken added! It was so delicious and flavorful. Also got a pineapple soda and it paired so well with the bowl. This food is clean and size is generous too. I will save the rest of my bowl for later :)”
“Amazing food all around. Spices are crafted to perfection. Would eat every day if I could. Burger is the best!”
“One if the most flavorsome, tasty meals I've had in the loop. Im really glad this place is so far away, because otherwise Id eat here several times a week.”
“The food is amazing! My wife and I came here to eat on the way home and our food was absolutely amazing. The place was clean and the staff was welcoming and friendly. Our food was so good that we actually bought more food to take home to eat the next day. We will be coming back to eat here in the near future. 100% recommend.”
“So good! I got the chicken tips and fries. The spice rub and sauce is magic and the chicken was cooked perfectly.”
“Hands down some of the best food! We didn’t even get a chance to take a picture cause the oxtail, greens , rice and beans and the jerk chicken with candy yams and Mac n cheese was next level. Being from Texas and my husband from New York, we both agree that was some of the best food we’ve ever had!”
“We tried J Spice for the first time today and wow, we are already planning our next visit. The jerk chicken was incredibly tender, perfectly seasoned, and had the ideal spice level without overpowering the flavor. The mac and cheese was creamy and comforting, and the greens were cooked just right. Yes, it’s on the pricier side, but the quality and makes it absolutely worth it. We couldn’t stop eating; it was that good. And the friendly guys at the counter made the whole experience even better. We can’t wait to go back!”
“The food was gas and reasonable for downtown. I’d highly recommend if you’re in the loop”
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