Spice Street

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Spice Street is located in North Carolina. This is a moderately priced restaurant. Locals say the restaurant serves genuine Asian dishes. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant is good for groups.

User Reviews of Spice Street

Yelp.com Review - by Darci C.

2.0 of 5 stars. I have been to this restaurant a few times and really enjoyed the food. I went in on Sunday night for a late night dinner. I checked their website before going to make sure they were still open,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by David W.

2.0 of 5 stars. Came here on a Sunday night and the place was pretty dead considering how big the space is. The actual restaurant itself is nicely decorated, very spacious and has a nice outdoor area. The food...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by teejill g.

2.0 of 5 stars. quite a stunning dining room which does not redeem the AWFUL, DREADFUL meal i had the other day. my mother, sister and brother in law came for a visit and i thought this place would wow them. well,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Laura B.

2.0 of 5 stars. The atmosphere of Spice Street makes it this beautiful, intimidating-if-you're-casual-and-stroll-in-uninvited, awesome seeming spot that you instantly think "I've found a winner" about. The menu...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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The place tries really hard to deliver fine dining but falls short.

It's kind of sad, expensive, but sad nonetheless. The decor of the restaurant is impressive, but frankly my chair was uncomfortable and the table was quite small, even for two people. The music is...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jon B.

4.0 of 5 stars. The food had remarkable flavors - ginger, cumin, and all the wonderful flavors that are earthy and wonderful. I had two excellent dishes - the flavors were creative and worth emulating.The service was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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Good food but easily the worst waiter I have ever had at any restaurant

Ok, so the place is really nice and huge, there was a Christmas party going on so we sat upstairs and were waited on by a Chris Kattan look a like (old SNL cast member), didn't get his name b/c he quickly...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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Nice for big events too by Megan P. at InsiderPages

We first went to Spice Street as part of a big event- a few hundred people. It seemed like a small restaurant but was actually quite big. It never felt crowded and we all had a lot of fun. We also went for...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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Just For Dates by Ebonie L. at InsiderPages

This is a great date resturant. The lighting is low the food is fancy and if you are trying to impress that special someone then this is the place for you. They also turn into a night club very often through...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Christina G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Whenever my friend from Greensboro comes to town, we dine here. It's his favorite restaurant in the area. They're on my bad list right now since on the last visit, they had run out of my entree as...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by William J.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've been in a lot of crazy situations and a lot of odd places, and I don't know that I've ever felt quite so uncomfortable and out-of-place as I did at Spice Street for Latin Night. I heard that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kianna M.

5.0 of 5 stars. First Friday's are Latin night and its caliente! I love salsa, meringue & all the latin beats that the DJ's spin here. There are so many people that come from all over the Triangle area (Raleigh,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Henry S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was going to give Spice Street 3 stars, but Thursday nights gave them the extra one. On Thursdays, they have $5 Martinis and half-price sushi, which makes any day a better day. As for other nights...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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Joyful place to eat

When shopping in the University Mall area, this is one of my favorite places to stop for a quick bite and to relax because I'm ready to drop! The food is always good and fresh. Service is good and the...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jake S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Dear Spice Street,I want to like you, I really do. I thought it would be great to find a nice date spot off-campus. When we first met I felt like you really might be it with your nice atmosphere and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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Nice and hip...

I enjoy going to this restaurant, the food is really good and I love the...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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Cheapy Portions

Good food but only if you have an eating disorder.....lame lame lame lame lame lame portions!!! I've travelled all over the US and this is one of the worst rip-offs yet. Shame on the owners. You'll leave...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Natalie S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Wow I am surprised to read the reviews on Spice Street. This used to be my favorite restaurant in Chapel Hill and it has been two years since I last went. I remember when it opened that it was super...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Luke C.

1.0 of 5 stars. Came here for the office christmas party. we had the function room upstairs. The food was below average. Tiramiisu wasn't made right, my friend's chocolate mousse was only a spoonful. Another person's...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2007
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Close but not there

Spice Street definitely has the potential for great atmosphere but it fails to truly impress. Each time I've been there the bartenders have outrageously overcharged. $14 for a mixed drink and a beer, when it...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/29/2007
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Good food and gorgeous atmosphere

This place has a large menu and has always been tasty. The atmosphere is beautiful (surprising based on its strip mall location). Great martini selection, too.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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An ethnic panorama in cuisine, interior design, music, and staff.

Spice Street is an artful representation of the confluence of diverse peoples in modern America. Something about the eating experience is mystical. It must be the physical set-up - the high ceilings, the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Smanda P.

3.0 of 5 stars. I don't quite know what to think of Spice Street. The food is really good and It's all trendy inside. You know, with those exposed duct pipes and techno music. I mean, if a place has exposed duct...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2007
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Going downhill....try somewhere new instead.

My boyfriend and I went to Spice Street last year and had a great experience. We've gone back 3 times since then and things have been progressively worse each time. The food tends to be bland-- tonight I had...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2007
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This place is not worth it

We also went to Spice Street on Valentines Day. Even with a reservation, we sat in the bar 20 min past our reservation time. The service was very slow and the food was very uneven. One entree (bouillabaisse)...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2007
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beautifully presented with good service though food had its ups and downs

I went there for lunch because it was on the way home from UNC, and being very finicky about food in general, this gets a moderately positive review. I ordered steak and frites with sweet tea alongside. They...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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Bland Street

Made the mistake of taking my wife here for Valentine's Day. Now I know why the restaurant was not crowded. Shame on me for not making reservations elsewhere earlier. Our crabcake appetizer was very bland, the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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Tacky-Disrespectful-Bad Business Sense

For a restaurant in that price range-etiquette is a must. Please! If there are customers in the restaurant do not come out with a crate of glasses to put on the tables without covering up the sides of the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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Bland, uninspired food

I can't figure out why anyone would give this restaurant a good rating. The food is sub-standard, the atmosphere is contrived and unsophisticated (the abominable artwork doesn't help) and the staff seems...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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Insensitive artwork and spoiled food.

The food is usually good but inconsistent. Sometimes it is spoiled and I have gotten sick from the food once. It is not wholesome in its decor or family friendly as the tasteless art in the entryway precludes...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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interesting look, but...

I would rather drink and dance there. It has a sophistication to it, a place the mature crowd can "hang-out" if you will. Though I wasn't convinced on the meal. It could be enjoyable.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/24/2006
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extraordinary food, the details are amazing

this place has changed so much for the better that I really dont know where to begin..they have a new chef, a great new menu, the lunch is incredible, the prices are great..but the dinner is amazing, the fish...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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I can't BELIEVE the most recent REVIEWS, so I'm doing one myself!!! The ABSOLUTE most ENJOYABLE meal and dining out EXPERIENCE since coming to the Triangle Area!!!

I came here with 9 other people with my dining out group, The Triangle Singles Dining Out Meetup Group... Here is the review(s) we gave about our dining out adventure at this restaurant on our site! I...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/09/2006
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This is NOT a mall

I really can't stand University Mall. I know others find it charming or quaint, but I think it is disgusting and depressing. It is super old, so it looks dingy. There are very few stores, and the o...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/05/2006
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Stay Away

My friend was brought the wrong entree, he sent it back and was brought the correct entree. It was pork and was rare, too rare to consider eating. He asked nicely to have it cooked a little longer, the waiter...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/27/2006
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all hype and not enough spice

My wife and I went to Spice Street with great expectations, having been a fan of Mr Bakatsias for many years. Seatring was prompt and waiter was attentive -- to start with, but finished up virtually ignoring...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/18/2006
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The Dining Experience

I had an amazing meal at this restaurant and plan to return often! The service was a bit slow and the sushi was not wrapped tightly enough, but everything else about this restaurant was worth every penny! I...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2005
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Middle eastern in Chapel Hill

Spice street is a very versatile restaurant/bar, but a welcome addition to Chapel Hill. It has a large bar with great specials, and a huge patio in the front (although it overlooks a parking lot). The...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/12/2005
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Not worth your money

I had the worst time every in a restaurant .... Frist the service just S _ _ _ _ D.. Food was not done right.. cold and not much taste.. And nothing to do with Greek like city search said to be... I will not...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/11/2005
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Best Restaurant in Chapel Hill

I live in Silicon Valley, but whenever I visit my parents in Chapel Hill, I always insist on eating at Spice Street at least once. And if not to eat, to go there for drinks! The ambiance is great, decor is...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/04/2005
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Worst Service for $550

After experiencing terrible service with a large party last year I was hesitant to give Spice Street another try, but did so since it's so large and an interesting space. When I called to make my reservation...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/29/2005
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George's Best Yet!!!

I was a bit skeptical about this place since it's attached to an old mall, but from the moment I walked in I knew it was a gem. The atmosphere is unlike any other, perhaps more like a trendy NYC restaurant,...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2005
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Impressive!

From the outside decor, this place doesn't lure you in at first, but once inside it's as if you walked into a more fashionable P.F. Changs. The atmosphere is great, the food is unbelievable (you have to try...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/22/2005
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A place like in NY

Spice Street is one of those places that does not impress you from the outside, but once inside you say "wow!" The restaurant could really be located in the best corner of Manhattan or San Franciso. I have...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/16/2003
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no, thank you

Note to the management at Spice Street: waitstaff delivering monologues that have nothing to do with dinner does not equal good service. Oppressively attentive table-wiping between courses, when the table...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2003
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jjenny

Wow! I took my Party from GSK around 40 people into Spice Street Most of Us for the First Time I was so Impressed with everything Especially The Food & Service We received From a Waiter called morgash And Said...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/04/2003
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2nd chance

I ate at Spice Street with my business associates after being told NOT to by several others. I can honestly say that it was one of the nicest meals I've had in Chapel Hill in a long time. For that matter, it...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/18/2003
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NEVER EAT THERE

I recently had the unpleasant experience of eating at Spice Street. This by far and away was the WORST dinning experience in my history of eating out. The food and service were TERRIBLE. I would never go back...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/03/2003
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Pick up the pace

I dine out often in this town, and I love the variety of experiences I can have. It seems that George has created another with his newest concept of Asian themed dishes, but at a more modest price point. Only...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2003
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curious george

Hip decor with so-so food and good-looking low-IQ staff do not add up to a good restaurant. Service is not on par with a true upscale restaurant. A place for the trendy wannabes.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/11/2003
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Poor value

Overpriced and over rated. Service slow and food not what I expected for the price paid
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2003
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Go to WSM instead

I went there for lunch, and there was a decent variety of food, but it pretty much tastes like Weaver St Market and it costs more than twice as much.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/19/2003
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Lunch versus Dinner

I think that it is somewhat misleading to keep the lunch and dinner ratings together, as the service, food selection... are quite different. I have gone twice, but only at lunch. I really liked the flatbread...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/16/2003
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A triumph...

My wife & I experienced impressive, exquisite cuisine, impeccable service, & a most attractive setting - the experience was a true triumph! - Dr. Daniel Kolzet
citysearch.com - user review - 03/21/2003
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jj gm

I had A great dinner Last night,after reading other reviews I was some what reluctant to dine there,but after going with my wife and friends we all thought the place was fantastic Service was prompt food was...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/15/2003
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mushy food

For a place called "Spice Street," this restaurant had apallingly bland food. We got calamari, sate, and salmon roll appetizers, all over which were ok, none great. The chicken I ordered had the most bizarre...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2003
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Getting Better

Prior to dining at Spice Street myself, I had heard rave reviews from friends. I went to CitySearch to check it out for myself and I was dissappointed to see the poor ratings. I had already agreed to meet a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2003
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BAD EATS

this restaurant has a great decor, but that's where it ends. the food is uninspring. for the price you pay, you would expect more innovative fare--fish is constanly undercooked, and flavors run on the bland...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/11/2003
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STAY AWAY

the worst dining experience. the appetizers were OK(salmon tempura roll that was decent). the entrees were a total letdown. they were completely bland(we had the red snapper, tuna and filet mignon)--how could...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/10/2003
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spice street

Absolutely a fantastic dining experience. I highly recommend Spice Street !
citysearch.com - user review - 02/28/2003
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an exciting experience

I was a bit skeptical of hosting my girlfriend's birthday dinner at Spice Street, having read some of the reviews posted, however I decided to try it out anyway, at her request. There were six in our group,...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/28/2003
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Finally some SPICE in Chapel Hill

It boggles my mind that some of the reviews on this restaurant are so myopic. Words fail to do the decor of this establishment adequate justice.The menu offers an opportunity for the adventurous/ undecided...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/27/2003
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changes needed

Interesting but confusing experience.....the a la carte idea is just not going to fly. People want their entree to come with a side or two, they don't want to have to think about what they want with their...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/24/2003
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An ordeal!

If only the menu, chefs and service were as good as the interior design... Had 7:15 reservation, were forgotten, seated at 8:15 with 3 adjacent empty tables! Appetizers were prompt, we waited another HOUR for...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/20/2003
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a la carte

If you want rice with your sweet and sour duck or veggies with your fish, you have to order it. The sweet and sour duck should be renamed. We weren't sure what the sauce was--guesses ranged from hoisin to plum...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/14/2003
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Great experience

Read reviews here before going and had some concerns, all unwarrented. This was one of the most enjoyable dining experiences the Girl's Night Out group has had. Our waiter was very competent, charming and...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/13/2003
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Don't Bother!

What a waste! It is beautiful BUT... They lost our reservation.We had to wait almost an hour for our entrees.The waiter never offered an explanation to WHY it took so long, otherwise he was friendly enough.The...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2003
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don't go for lunch

Had lunch there today and it was bad. My flat bread sandwich was very very salty and not good. My wife had a cabbage stuffed with meat and rice which she said was ok. It was also overpriced for what you get.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/03/2003
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Nice Atmosphere, Shaky Service

I have eaten at Spice Street twice now, and I think that the bar area, the general decor, and the concept is great. A definite plus for the Chapel Hill restaurant and bar scene. Unfortunately, the service...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2003
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Growing Pains

Spice Street is a well-designed restaurant with nice open spaces and wonderful lighting mixed with intimate seating and high-energy group dining. The creators of Spice Street clearly spent a lot of thought and...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2003
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Frommer's

This is the biggest, most daring, and most experimental theme restaurant in Chapel Hill. The beneficiary of widespread publicity and huge interest from the local culinary press, it's housed in the sprawling...
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AOL CityGuide

seafood shows off global cuisine...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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OpenTable

A new concept in dining entertainment by George Bakatsias. Spice Street features cuisines from around the world. We provide Giorgio's sumptuous combined with personalized service attending to every detail of...
opentable.com - user review
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