Went there tonight and the food was delicious. We had the jerk chicken with spicy rice, ribs, Mac & cheese and collard greens. Everything was so flavorful and fresh. The service was great as well. We’ll definitely be coming here again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shomari Levy
I ordered the Spicy Okra Beef Stew, Spicy Rice, Collard Greens, and Plantains and each dish was unforgettable. The stew was rich and deeply flavorful, with tender beef and okra simmered to perfection in spices that balanced warmth and heat without overwhelming the palate. The spicy rice was bold, aromatic, and perfectly cooked, the kind of side you can eat all by itself and still feel completely satisfied.
The collard greens were cooked just right, tender yet hearty, with a savory depth that showed real care in preparation. And the plantains? Sweet, caramelized, and absolutely addictive, they tied the entire meal together beautifully.
What impressed me most was how fresh and vibrant everything tasted. This wasn’t just food thrown together; it was crafted with love, authenticity, and attention to detail. You can feel the pride in every plate.
If you’re anywhere near Manchester, New Hampshire or even if you’re like me and need to make the trip from Boston, Maya’s Kitchen is absolutely worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
S A.
I ordered via Door Dash so I can't comment on the service or atmosphere. However, I can say that what I ordered that night was simply OUTSTANDING! I ordered jerk chicken with spicy rice, collard greens, and a side of samosas. Those were easily the best samosas I've ever had! Well seasoned and cooked perfectly. The jerk chicken was just right. Omg! I wished I'd gotten two orders of just that. The rice was great and so were the greens. I'm new to NH and this was my first local meal and I can't wait for the next! 🫶🏾♥️
Food: 5
Christine T
I ordered the jerk, chicken, mac & cheese, and collard greens. Everything was seasoned pretty good. Good portions.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Peymane Kafadh
I had an incredible experience at this African restaurant! From the moment I walked in, the vibrant décor and lively atmosphere made me feel like I had been transported straight to Africa. The menu was diverse and full of authentic dishes I had never tried before, each bursting with rich flavors and unique spices. I especially loved the traditional stews and grilled meats—they were cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and clearly passionate about the cuisine, taking the time to explain dishes and make recommendations. The music and overall ambiance added so much to the experience, making it not just a meal, but a cultural journey. I left feeling inspired, satisfied, and eager to come back and try even more dishes!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
eva swaddipong
we ordered online over an hour in advance, and the food was still delayed by half an hour, which was really unfortunate. the employees didn’t seem to be bothered at all at the wait and didn’t act bothered and just expected us to wait??
Service: 1
Hasani Eidenberger
I could say so many good things about Maya’s. Such great quality for a reasonable price. Maya is so welcoming and nurturing to customers. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
JP
Wow the spicy rice, oxtail and mac and cheese were so flavorful and perfectly spicy. Will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alaa Azzouqa
Best food I've had in a restaurant! I had the baked chicken and it was phenomenal. Definitely a must-try if you live near Manchester or if you're passing by!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ISHIMWE Clarisse
I had a really disappointing experience. The food did not taste fresh at all especially the spiced rice, which honestly tasted like something that's been sitting in the fridge for days. Nothing about the meal felt worth the price. On top of that, the customer service was completely lacking no one seemed to care whether we were satisfied or not. Overall, it was a total waste of money and I won’t be going back. Not recommended
The Mac and cheese is so good!! Like, seriously good. We also really enjoyed the oxtail - it was tender and well-seasoned.
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: Oxtail Stew
Faithyvee Godschild
I stopped by today hoping to support a local business, but unfortunately, my experience was deeply disappointing. The moment I walked in, I should have trusted my instincts—my shoes were literally sticking to the floor, which was a major red flag.
We were greeted with a blunt “What do you want?”—not exactly the warm welcome you'd expect as a paying customer. I ordered the oxtails, a dish I truly love and have enjoyed at many restaurants and also prepare at home. Sadly, this was by far the worst I’ve ever encountered.
The smell was off, the presentation was unappetizing, and despite trying to give it a fair chance, the taste was awful. We couldn’t even finish it—we ended up throwing the food away. It was a complete waste of money.
I always want to support small businesses, but this experience was unacceptable. Do yourself—and your taste buds—a favor and skip this one.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Kazandra Murray
Great quality food, fall off the bone melt in your mouth meat taste was amazing! Definitely will go back for more curry and jerk chicken
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rowan Hershberger
Man, I absolutely love this place. I have never had jerk chicken this good, and I don't mean new england good, I mean actually perfectly cooked, perfect balance of spicy to sweet, wish I could eat it every day good.
The folks there are really nice too. Prices are good, dishes are amazing, absolutely worth going to. Can't wait to come back again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jerk Chicken with Spicy Rice, Baked Beans
Jennifer Trudel
Best Mac n cheese around! Spicy rice is also amazing
Went there tonight and the food was delicious. We had the jerk chicken with spicy rice, ribs, Mac & cheese and collard greens. Everything was so flavorful and fresh. The service was great as well. We’ll definitely be coming here again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered the Spicy Okra Beef Stew, Spicy Rice, Collard Greens, and Plantains and each dish was unforgettable. The stew was rich and deeply flavorful, with tender beef and okra simmered to perfection in spices that balanced warmth and heat without overwhelming the palate. The spicy rice was bold, aromatic, and perfectly cooked, the kind of side you can eat all by itself and still feel completely satisfied.
The collard greens were cooked just right, tender yet hearty, with a savory depth that showed real care in preparation. And the plantains? Sweet, caramelized, and absolutely addictive, they tied the entire meal together beautifully.
What impressed me most was how fresh and vibrant everything tasted. This wasn’t just food thrown together; it was crafted with love, authenticity, and attention to detail. You can feel the pride in every plate.
If you’re anywhere near Manchester, New Hampshire or even if you’re like me and need to make the trip from Boston, Maya’s Kitchen is absolutely worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered via Door Dash so I can't comment on the service or atmosphere. However, I can say that what I ordered that night was simply OUTSTANDING! I ordered jerk chicken with spicy rice, collard greens, and a side of samosas. Those were easily the best samosas I've ever had! Well seasoned and cooked perfectly. The jerk chicken was just right. Omg! I wished I'd gotten two orders of just that. The rice was great and so were the greens. I'm new to NH and this was my first local meal and I can't wait for the next! 🫶🏾♥️
Food: 5
I ordered the jerk, chicken, mac & cheese, and collard greens. Everything was seasoned pretty good. Good portions.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I had an incredible experience at this African restaurant! From the moment I walked in, the vibrant décor and lively atmosphere made me feel like I had been transported straight to Africa. The menu was diverse and full of authentic dishes I had never tried before, each bursting with rich flavors and unique spices. I especially loved the traditional stews and grilled meats—they were cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and clearly passionate about the cuisine, taking the time to explain dishes and make recommendations. The music and overall ambiance added so much to the experience, making it not just a meal, but a cultural journey. I left feeling inspired, satisfied, and eager to come back and try even more dishes!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
we ordered online over an hour in advance, and the food was still delayed by half an hour, which was really unfortunate. the employees didn’t seem to be bothered at all at the wait and didn’t act bothered and just expected us to wait??
Service: 1
I could say so many good things about Maya’s. Such great quality for a reasonable price. Maya is so welcoming and nurturing to customers. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow the spicy rice, oxtail and mac and cheese were so flavorful and perfectly spicy. Will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best food I've had in a restaurant! I had the baked chicken and it was phenomenal. Definitely a must-try if you live near Manchester or if you're passing by!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had a really disappointing experience. The food did not taste fresh at all especially the spiced rice, which honestly tasted like something that's been sitting in the fridge for days. Nothing about the meal felt worth the price. On top of that, the customer service was completely lacking no one seemed to care whether we were satisfied or not. Overall, it was a total waste of money and I won’t be going back. Not recommended
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
The Mac and cheese is so good!! Like, seriously good. We also really enjoyed the oxtail - it was tender and well-seasoned.
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: Oxtail Stew
I stopped by today hoping to support a local business, but unfortunately, my experience was deeply disappointing. The moment I walked in, I should have trusted my instincts—my shoes were literally sticking to the floor, which was a major red flag.
We were greeted with a blunt “What do you want?”—not exactly the warm welcome you'd expect as a paying customer. I ordered the oxtails, a dish I truly love and have enjoyed at many restaurants and also prepare at home. Sadly, this was by far the worst I’ve ever encountered.
The smell was off, the presentation was unappetizing, and despite trying to give it a fair chance, the taste was awful. We couldn’t even finish it—we ended up throwing the food away. It was a complete waste of money.
I always want to support small businesses, but this experience was unacceptable. Do yourself—and your taste buds—a favor and skip this one.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great quality food, fall off the bone melt in your mouth meat taste was amazing! Definitely will go back for more curry and jerk chicken
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Man, I absolutely love this place. I have never had jerk chicken this good, and I don't mean new england good, I mean actually perfectly cooked, perfect balance of spicy to sweet, wish I could eat it every day good.
The folks there are really nice too. Prices are good, dishes are amazing, absolutely worth going to. Can't wait to come back again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jerk Chicken with Spicy Rice, Baked Beans
Best Mac n cheese around! Spicy rice is also amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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