Spice and Dice Thai Restaurant, Towson

Spice & Dice Thai Restaurant livens up meals with bold flavors and equally bold surroundings. Beginning with traditional family recipes and spices imported from Thailand, the chefs prepare a menu of homestyle Thai cooking with a near-perfect Zagat score. These dishes include familiar favorites, such as pan-seared duck with a tamarind sauce and homemade curries, along with many appetizers and entrees that can be prepared vegan or gluten-free.

The casual, homespun spirit of Spice & Dice's menu carries through to its whimsical decor. "Spice and Dice's decor is so playful you can't help but be in a good mood," wrote The Baltimore Sun. Moods become even lighter on Thursday evenings when the restaurant hosts live jazz performances.