Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Gold Coast / Streeterville

293 restaurants available nearby

1. RL Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(7290)

Price: Expensive

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 58 times today

If you do not find availability online, please call the restaurant directly at 312-475-1100.Located adjacent to the Ralph Lauren Chicago flagship store on Michigan Avenue, RL Restaurant features the vision and décor of Ralph Lauren in a modern club atmosphere. RL Restaurant offers classic American cuisine inspired by Ralph Lauren’s personal favorites. Seasonal dishes range from a chopped vegetable salad to a lobster roll sandwich, grilled fish of the day and steaks. On the cocktail list, guests can choose from classic drinks and a diverse selection of wines and other fine spirits.

2. Tzuco

4.7

Exceptional(800)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • River North (Chicago)

Booked 58 times today

Located in the bustling River North neighborhood of Chicago, Tzuco, helmed by the Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, offers a blend of authentic Mexican flavors and sophisticated French techniques. Named after Chef Gaytán’s hometown, Huitzuco, the restaurant boasts a menu rich in ceviche, seafood, and traditional Mexican dishes, served in a spacious dining room, lively bar, lounge, and an all-weather outdoor terrace.Tzuco’s captivating interiors, designed by the acclaimed Cadena + Asociados Concept Design, tell a story of Chef Gaytán's heritage with preserved materials from Mexico and handcrafted furnishings, ensuring guests not only savor exquisite dishes but also relish an immersive cultural experience.

3. Adalina

4.5

Awesome(2349)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 44 times today

Adalina is a refined hospitality destination serving a modern and engaging Italian menu in a timeless yet alluring setting in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. Led by Michelin-starred and Top Chef alumni Soo Ahn. Adalina’s menu creates a balance between Northern and Southern cuisine, providing expertly staged shared plates along with strong statement items that satisfy a table. Guests can expect house made extruded and stuffed pastas. Adalina’s offerings will be accompanied with tableside services, and a well curated beverage and wine program that aims to evoke a sense of excitement for guests. Adalina makes the perfect venue for a romantic evening, business dinner or special occasion.For parties larger than 10 guests, please email events@adalinachicago.com to inquire about our Private Dining options and availability.

4. Alpana

4.8

Exceptional(373)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 46 times today

Welcome to wine inspired cuisine, where every dish is meticulously crafted to harmonize with the discerning palate of a Master Sommelier. Led by Alpana Singh, the youngest woman and first South Asian to conquer the Master Sommelier exam, our menu blurs the lines between food and wine, ensuring each recipe is a symphony of balance, texture, and flavor. Enjoy our global inspired menu featuring an array of dishes including small plates, pastas, vegetarian dishes, meat, seafood and steak. Wine lovers are sure to enjoy our expertly curated list featuring over 200 selections from across the world while cocktail enthusiasts can indulge in our craft cocktail menu. Regarded as neighborhood wine bistro by the locals, Alpana is located at the corner of State and Pearson in Chicago's historic and trendy Gold Coast district. We invite you to enjoy dinner in our well-appointed dining room or take in the scenery from our cozy patio.

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5. Le Colonial - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(7888)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 83 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, Lake Forest, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere Perched on Oak Street in Chicago’s Gold Coast. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.

6. Shanghai Terrace

4.9

Exceptional(2319)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 11 times today

Shanghai Terrace offers Chinese cuisine highlighting contemporary interpretations of Shanghainese, Cantonese, and Sichuanese classics. A Private Dining Room is available to reserve for up to 30 guests while The Main Dining Room offers a seductive 1930’s Shanghai eatery-inspired atmosphere decorated in tones of ebony, gold and scarlet. In warmer weather, additional seating is provided on The Terrace, an urban garden with spectacular skyline views that allows diners to experience the magic of summertime in Chicago. In cooler months when The Terrace is not available, additional seating is provided in The Lobby – a soaring, majestic room with floor to ceiling windows, towering ceilings, and elegant chandeliers. Please be sure to indicate your preference when reserving your table. Please note, last orders will be taken at 9 pm on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, and 9:30 pm on Friday and Saturday.For parties of 5 guests or more, please email diningPCH@peninsula.com with your inquiry.

7. LUXBAR

4.6

Exceptional(2873)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 49 times today

The quintessential American bar, LUXBAR features seasonal and classic cocktails made from freshly pressed juices, premium ice, house made shrubs, and an extensive selection of spirits that runs especially deep in whiskey and bourbon. A "Build Your Own Manhattan" menu, thoughtful, approachable wine list, and beer menu with vintage and local options make the bar a go-to for casual, mid-week drinks and bites with friends, watching weekend sports and post-shopping. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

8. The Bellevue

4.7

Exceptional(171)

Price: Expensive

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 35 times today

Located in the heart of the Gold Coast, The Bellevue is all about the finer things in life. An elevated bar and restaurant with a menu of timeless classics and fresh takes, this is the place for sophisticated socializing.

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9. RAMEN-SAN Deluxe - Streeterville

4.7

Exceptional(176)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Streeterville

Booked 28 times today

Ramen-san is a bold and energetic neighborhood joint that slings hot noodles, ice-cold beer and rare expressions of Japanese whisky all to the tune of the best ’90s hip-hop in town. It respects the traditions but keep things uniquely untraditional in its yuzu sake bombs, crispy dumplings, spicy kimchi fried ramen and more. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and late-night dining.

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10. Beatrix - Streeterville

4.7

Exceptional(3100)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 58 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.

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Toronto / Ontario •10 reviews
5.0
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The food and drinks were delicious. The staff were very attentive and helpful. The atmosphere was casual and fun. The only negative was the price for a side of rice. That seemed high for a small bowl that typically comes with the meal. But overall it was a great dining experience.
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Becca
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was good, service was ok. I shared that it was a b’day celebration on the reservation and was surprised when nothing came of it not even a happy birthday! So not sure why it was a part of the reservation process.
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Earls Kitchen + Bar - Lincoln ParkPrice: Expensive• American• Lincoln Park
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4.3
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cathleen
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
6 adults 1 child- It was perfect we had a sample of their desserts and not much of dessert kind of people but we all loved everything! The manager came overwhelmed us congratulations to my daughters engagement it was perfect.
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Mia FrancescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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BingVIP
Chicago / Illinois •62 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
Very good meal of potstickers, lemon shrimp, garlic green beans, whole steamed fish Cantonese style, beef chow fun, shrimp fried rice. Excellent service. Quiet and pleasant Sunday afternoon meal.
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Lao Sze Chuan - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Chinese• River North (Chicago)
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4.1
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Ian
Coastal Georgia •1 review
4.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
The best Indian food I have had in the USA, in the nicest Indian restaurant I have dined in.
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The Indian Garden - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Indian• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.4

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293 restaurants available nearby

1. RL Restaurant

2. Tzuco

3. Adalina

4. Alpana

5. Le Colonial - Chicago

6. Shanghai Terrace

7. LUXBAR

8. The Bellevue

9. RAMEN-SAN Deluxe - Streeterville

10. Beatrix - Streeterville

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