Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Alamo Heights

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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San Antonio

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Alamo HeightsDowntownFar West SideMedical CenterNorth CentralNorth San Antonio

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

51 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ida Claire - San Antonio

4.6

Exceptional(2593)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Alamo Heights

Booked 97 times today

Ida Claire is a funky, southern influenced restaurant & bar open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The food is notched up southern but has influences from different regions. You’ll most likely see dishes you’ve heard of before but with little twists here and there. Our sandwiches will be served on biscuits & we’ll have chicken & waffles on every menu. Brunch is obviously southern & will be a big part of what we do. The drinks are takes on classics like the Mint Julep but revved up & including a lot of house made ingredients.

2. Supper

4.6

Exceptional(3212)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 35 times today

Being welcomed for a good meal is a true hallmark of genial South Texas hospitality. Matched with Hotel Emma’s distinctive historical ambiance and modern allure, Supper offers the promise of American cookery and graceful service at any time of day.

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3. Best Quality Daughter

4.9

Exceptional(588)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 84 times today

Best Quality Daughter houses a vibrant, chic décor and new, unique Asian-American menu. In 2018, chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, wanting to address the sparsity of Asian-American female chefs in South Texas, developed a new concept through a series of pop-up dinners called Best Quality Daughter with fellow chef Anne Ng and artist Jennifer Ling Datchuk. Today Best Quality Daughter is located in the historic Mueller House at the Pearl Brewery. Curated by chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, Best Quality Daughter's menu takes inspiration from her travels and the comfort food of her youth as a second-generation Chinese-American.

4. Carriqui

4.7

Exceptional(770)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 67 times today

COOKING WITH FIRE, SOUTH TEXAS STYLE Carriqui celebrates the South Texas tradition of drawing flavor from fire. Inspired by the flight path of our namesake bird, our menus feature regional favorites from the Rio Grande Valley, Texas coast, and the Hill Country. Nearly every dish is touched by the glowing embers of our custom-forged pits, smoker, or grill, all fueled by native wood. Along with housemade tortillas, cold margaritas, and warm hospitality, each meal is an opportunity to experience the vibrant food and spirit of our South Texas culture.

5. Ladino

4.8

Exceptional(1086)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 63 times today

Located in the Historic Pearl, Ladino is a modern Mediterranean grill house celebrating all the cultures and cuisines of the Mediterranean region. Ladino features fresh-made pita from a wood-burning oven, an abundance of dips and small plates, and entrees from the 'mangal' - regional specialties cooked on a live-fire, charcoal grill. Desserts are inspired by the sweet and savory staples of the region with a modern touch, and the beverage program highlights the area's wines and spirits.2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand

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6. Paladar Fusion Mexico Cuba

4.9

Exceptional(44)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Alamo Heights

Booked 3 times today

Discover a unique dining experience that marries the bold and spicy flavors of Mexican cuisine with the soulful and vibrant tastes of Cuba. Located in Alamo Heights, we offer a menu that celebrates this exciting culinary fusion. Our cozy restaurant, adorned with an elegant tropical decor, provides the perfect setting for enjoying our innovative dishes.Every dish on our menu is a harmonious blend of two rich culinary traditions. We pride ourselves on using fresh, high-quality ingredients to deliver a memorable dining experience that transports your taste buds to a world where Mexico and Cuba come together.

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7. Piatti - San Antonio

4.6

Exceptional(2093)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Alamo Heights

Booked 23 times today

Established in 1987, Piatti offers finely crafted fresh Italian cuisine. The soul of the menu is our housemade pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand everyday. Offering a fresh take on the neighborhood Italian trattoria, Piatti combines a warm, inviting atmosphere, seamless service and an immersive market experience so you can enjoy Piatti at home. Whether dining in or taking home, Piatti brings friends and family together.

8. Clementine

4.9

Exceptional(561)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • North Central

Booked 19 times today

At Clementine, we’re serving seasonal, innovative eats in a modern & lively atmosphere. Our team, led by John (2023 James Beard nominee for Best Chef: Texas) and Elise Russ, draws inspiration from diverse global flavors. Our ever-evolving menu guarantees fresh and exciting options, while our dishes like the White Mushroom Salad, Ricotta Cavatelli and Clementine Crunch Bar remain cherished favorites. Our beverage menu is small but mighty, carefully curated to include only the most delicious wines & beers from our absolute favorite producers expertly selected to elevate your dining experience. Want your own bottle? Our corkage fee is $35 per 750ml.Our Dining Room provides comfortable indoor seating, while the Kitchen Bar boasts an exciting vantage point overlooking our open kitchen, allowing you to witness the creation of each dish. For a change of scenery, our covered patio, is perfect for al fresco dining, complete with heaters and blankets to keep you cozy on those cool nights.

9. Tokyo Cowboy

4.6

Exceptional(275)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown

Booked 28 times today

Asian-inspired diner with creative cocktails and a great selection of whisky!

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10. P.F. Chang's - San Antonio

4.2

Awesome(162)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Alamo Heights

Booked 2 times today

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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OpenTable Diner
Austin •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
The food was excellent and cannot be recommended highly enough. To new customers, when they say spicy it is generally based on a person who tolerates no spice, so if you like spicy foods (especially asiatic spices like hot oil) you might want to consider the extra spicy add on for more kick.
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Dashi Sichuan Kitchen + BarPrice: Moderate• Sichuan• Stone Oak
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4.3
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Katelyn
San Antonio •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
The food is always excellent (highly recommend the "famous" green beans and the Don Po pork belly) and comes out SO quickly. Recommend a reservation to speed up wait time, but definitely worth the wait!
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Sichuan HousePrice: Moderate• Sichuan• Far West Side
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4.7
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Laurianne
San Antonio •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 12, 2025
In terms of brunch food, but the price was fairly reasonable. It was easy to get in and out of the hotel and the Saint Anthony is a beautiful, downtown, historic San Antonio Hotel. My only complaint is that it was a bit noisy, and the server didn’t even refill our glass of water. I’d go back for the ambience and it’s in walking distance of the Majestic. So it’s a great choice before show.
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Gallery on the ParkPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.6

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