Tropical Spice

101 S Lexington Ave, Covington
(540) 816-9885

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Bessie Hyler

This place is amazing!!! I wish they had a bigger place and more hours best place in town!!!

Ashli Fridley Kemo

If you haven’t been to Tropical Spice LLC, you are absolutely missing out. This place isn’t just good…it’s life‑changing. The collards alone deserve their own fan club. Perfectly seasoned, tender, and bursting with flavor, they taste like somebody’s grandma and a Michelin‑star chef teamed up in the kitchen. And the jerk chicken? Listen. It’s the kind of dish that makes you close your eyes, hum a little, and seriously consider ordering a second plate before you’re even halfway through the first. Smoky, spicy, juicy, every bite is a whole experience. But it doesn’t stop there. Everything on the menu hits. You can taste the love, the craft, and the Caribbean soul in every dish. The portions are generous, the service is warm, and the flavors are unforgettable. Tropical Spice LLC is officially my new go‑to spot. If you want food that comforts, excites, and leaves you planning your next visit before you walk out the door, this is it.

Melanie England

I ordered Rasta Pasta and Jerk Chicken breast for my family gathering ahead of time. It was nothing short of amazing!! Friendly people, very good communication, order was hot and ready on time. So delicious! Will definitely do it again.

Nothing But Cakes

The Rasta pasta is delicious! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! 😍

Blake

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There truly is no better place in Covington to go for food. If you’ve never tried Jamaican food or just don’t feel interested, ‘expand ya’ pallet’ anyway and trust the GOOD reviews you see on here. This place truly brought a spark to our little town that is overpopulated with Italian restaurants. This is literally the only place that I want to eat if I eat out.

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Friendly staff: 5/5 stars
Quality: BROKE THA SCALE …

The food is beyond good.. it is perfect. Jerk chicken and curry with cabbage has me in a clutch. Perfectly tender and seasoned beyond perfection. That Rasta pasta... hates to see me coming! lol

Family owned restaurant also just gives it that home-cooked touch. I am beyond proud of this family. It’s worth the wait!!

To anyone that is new to the area, give this place a shot. (Especially on a Sunday!) The Sunday buffet is great because you can get a little bit of everything.

This place will always get my money no matter what.

Very proud of y’all, tropical spice!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: 3 Loaded Jerk Chicken Tacos, Jerk Wing Box, Curry Goat

Amanda Hawley

Freaking amazing food!!!! Well worth the wait!!! P.S. if you aren't satisfied with the food HMU and donate it to me!! :D

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

gary nelson

What a hidden gem in Covington, VA. Everything was authentic and tasted very good. We ate so much I and I wanted more.
We got the boneless jerk chicken and curry chicken and we got the jerk chicken tacos. Huge portions for everything. We will be back! 5 stars

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sky -

Aaaammmaaazing food!
The flavors and textures of the food!
I will eat here again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brian Jefferson

Portions do not disappoint. Flavors are well-balanced. Execution is undeniable. This isn’t your fast food restaurant, this is close to perfection you’re going to see out of a family owned restaurant. Do not let the negative reviews deter you from this food. Sunday Buffet 11:30-3:00 is the best way to try most entrees and flavors. Highly recommended! The locals will tell you this is a must try!

charles frankenstein

Unexpected taste of real Island food in the Mountains of Virginia. Absolutely perfect meal. The prices are friendly on the wallet.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Caramelized Salmon

Erin Nicely

We ordered Rasta pasta with chicken, kids steak dinner and the pork chop dinner, all were amazing!

alexis crowder

We had the Sunday buffet and the food was amazing! Food was all made fresh and was restocked in a timely manner. Service was amazing from the time we walked in to the time we walked out! ❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alexis Hanson

We had the Sunday buffet and the food was amazing! Food was all made fresh and was restocked in a timely manner. Service was amazing from the time we walked in to the time we walked out! ❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jaana Rose-Stewart

Had tropical spice at my 30th bday party and it was soooo yummmy!!! Yall did that and I appreciate it 🤍

Kayla Elizabeth Bradberry

That honey sesame chicken was awesome!

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