Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Midtown

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

Nashville

Neighborhoods

BellevueBelmont / HillsboroBerry HillBrentwoodDonelsonDowntown / Sobro

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

86 restaurants available nearby

1. Ichigo Ichie

4.2

Awesome(226)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Music Row

Booked 7 times today

Ichigo Ichie brings Nashville an elevated experience of traditional Japanese cuisine fused with a contemporary touch. Our menu showcases masterfully crafted signature rolls, special nigiri, sashimi, and chef's specials featuring the freshest fish sourced directly from Japan. Heighten your dining experience with our innovative signature cocktails, or journey into our extensive sake selection. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of our dining room, where the nod to Japanese tradition comes to life. At Ichigo Ichie, being our guest means sharing in our commitment to honoring each moment you choose to celebrate with us.**We offer complimentary parking with validation at the Aertson Midtown garage.(Located on the corner of 21st Avenue South and Broadway) Please contact the restaurant for private dining inquiries.

2. Evelyn's

4.5

Awesome(184)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 5 times today

Evelyn’s is a love letter to classic Americana — a dining experience that evokes nostalgia while capturing the art of modern cuisine. With dishes as aesthetically pleasing as they are delectable, the seasonal menu is infused with flavors of the South and highlights bountiful local ingredients. An art-filled oasis with a retro, cosmopolitan-like vibe, Evelyn’s offers something for everyone. Whether meeting for a business breakfast, catching up over an Instagram-worthy brunch, or celebrating a sophisticated dinner on the town, Evelyn's is the newest all-occasion destination in the lively West End neighborhood.

3. Jasper's

4.1

Excellent(823)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown

Booked 9 times today

Jasper's is your neighborhood bar and restaurant, done better! Perfect for catching the game, happy hour, or brunch with friends, Jasper’s serves elevated bar fare in an open, lively atmosphere. The space is equipped with plenty of TVs, a grab and go market, shuffleboard, and other games to gather, play, eat, and drink. The wide-ranging all day menu features creative renditions of classic crowd-pleasers like wings, flatbread pizzas, salads, wraps, burgers, and hot chicken. For our thirsty friends, you’ll find a variety of boozy slushies, well-crafted cocktails, draft, and spirit-free cocktails at the oversized bar. Or, choose from a selection of 15 wines and local beers on tap, all offered for less during Happy Hour Monday – Friday from 4-6pm.

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4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Nashville

4.5

Awesome(2761)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Music Row

Booked 36 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Nashville, TN serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged. Business Casual Proper Attire Required Please. Kindly remove your hat when entering the restaurant. Thank you for not wearing: Gym wear or sweat pants, tank tops, clothing with offense graphics or language, or exposed undergarments, hoodies, ripped jeans and

5. Gathre

4.0

Excellent(173)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 8 times today

Our concept is Residing within Nashville’s iconic Midtown neighborhood Gathre is a stylish & modern contemporary American restaurant serving classic fare with subtle twists. Our menu is influenced by the best ingredients from the regionally & abroad. Gathre is a community restaurant located in Nashville's midtown neighborhood. Our Contemporary American cuisine lies within the fray(e) of classic and unexpected. The menu highlights a bounty of regional ingredients available in Tennessee. Every dining experience is designed to share and savor. Gathre celebrates the craft of food, beverage, and hospitality. Grab a friend or ten and join us day or night.

6. Maiz De La Vida

4.8

Exceptional(240)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 40 times today

Maiz de la Vida Restaurant brings a vibrant atmosphere and fresh Heirloom corn based Mexican cuisine to Nashville. Enjoy handcrafted dishes and agave-based cocktails. Chef Julio Hernandez a James beard Emerging chef 2023 & best chef Southeast 2025 nominated first full-service concept. Located inside the former Antique mall.

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7. The Henry - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(345)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Belmont / Hillsboro

Booked 109 times today

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8. Noko

4.9

Exceptional(1493)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • East Nashville

Booked 61 times today

Nestled in the heart of East Nashville, Noko is an Asian-inspired, wood-fired restaurant inspired by wanderlust and simplicity of the region. Here, Executive Chef Dung “Junior” Vo aims to perfect the balance of new and old techniques in wood fire cooking, putting his Asian-influenced spins on familiar proteins and indigenous vegetables through smoking, searing, and roasting.

9. Choy

4.8

Exceptional(104)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 25 times today

Choy brings nostalgic Chinese American flavors utilizing local Tennessee ingredients by consulting Michelin-Star & James Beard Award Winning Chef Brandon Jew. Our signature Whole Roasted Peking-Style Duck is our crown jewel and is served in ceremony while our dining room boasts grand mid-20th century Shanghai art-deco design that transports you back to the Golden Age era.

10. Pelato

4.7

Exceptional(565)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Germantown

Booked 133 times today

At Pelato we proudly serve authentic Brooklyn Italian fare, reimagined in a small plate & casual atmosphere. We embrace the richness of Italian culture, infused with the unmistakable spirit of Brooklyn. It's not just a motto; it's in our DNA.For groups of 9 or more and private event inquiries, please reach out to Holly at holly@pelatorestaurant.com. Outdoor dining available year-round in our enclosed, covered, & heated patio. Indoor seating is not guaranteed for patio diners in the event of poor weather conditions.20% gratuity will be applied to groups of 6 or more. Split checks may be divided up to 4 credit cards at equal value. A corkage fee of $45 per 750ml will be applied to guests bringing their own wine (limit 2 bottles). A dessert plating fee of $5 per person will be applied to any outside desserts. Due to high demand, tables are subject to a 2-hour limit.

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Dawn
Las Vegas •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our service was fantastic n and spot on! Food was so delicious and wonderful mix of traditional flavors with modern flair.
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Blanco Cocina + Cantina - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Downtown / Sobro
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4.7
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KathleenuVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Nice overall, the portions were not that great for a $34 piece of salmon, and was supposed to be medley rice and it was white rice
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City Tap House-NashvillePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Sobro
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4.5
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Joanie
Philadelphia County •9 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 5, 2025
We love the food at 615Chutney--it's well-prepared and delicious. Our issue (as non-20-something adults) is the 'order your food and drinks on your phone' system that makes the ordering process more complicated for the diners. While our server, Mohamed, was a gem and assisted us, we found out too late that we could still request a printed menu and either submit our orders online or through our server. (The website is not helpful for parties who want to order as a group and try a variety of items, or compare one menu item to another, since it only displays one or two at a time on a phone screen.)
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615ChutneyPrice: Moderate• Indian• Bellevue
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4.7

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