Popular Jamaican Restaurant Named Best Soul Food in Maine

There are plenty of places in Maine to get some good food, but this spot was recently named the best place to grab soul food in our state.

For those who don’t know what soul food is, it’s a style of cooking rooted in Black American culture, especially from the Southern United States. Soul food is all about comfort—think chicken, collard greens, cornbread, mac and cheese, and other rich, flavorful dishes passed down through generations.

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That said, what exactly qualifies some soul food as better than others—and who’s making that call?

LoveFood’s list of the best soul food restaurants in every state is based on a combination of genuine user reviews, industry awards, and their team’s personal dining experiences. They aimed to spotlight spots that serve comforting, flavorful dishes rooted in Black American and Southern culinary traditions.

Alright, now that that’s out of the way, which Jamaican restaurant in Maine was recently named one of the best soul food restaurants in America—and the best in the state?

According to LoveFood and their list highlighting ‘The Best Soul Food Restaurant in Every State, Ranked,’ Go See Tyce BBQ in Saco made the top 10 overall. LoveFood had this to say about their selection for Maine:

This small spot is loved both for its food and for the warm welcome it gives customers. Go See Tyce BBQ serves a Jamaican-influenced menu that provides a dose of soul food at its best. Both the curried chicken and jerk chicken are celebrated for their taste and authenticity, while the sides get plenty of attention, too (particularly the sweet and crisp plantains and collard greens).

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And there you have it—Go See Tyce BBQ, located at 810 Portland Rd in Saco, was named the best soul food restaurant in Maine.

Have you ever been to LoveFood’s pick? Where’s your favorite spot to grab soul food in Maine? We’d love to hear from you—feel free to join the conversation by messaging us on the app!

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