Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in South Charlotte

57 restaurants available nearby

1. Chapter 6

4.8

Exceptional(378)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Southend

Booked 29 times today

With Chapter Six, Rare Roots Hospitality brings the Western Mediterranean to South End, with bold dishes that show off the flavors of the coasts and fields of Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, France, and Italy. Located directly on the Rail Trail in the heart of South End. Must try dishes include the Whipped Ricotta, Sherry Braised Pork Cheek, Spicy Tuna Crudo, and Skate Wing! Sip on our two top selling cocktails, Almafi Coastin' or Peace + Friendship, while you dine. Chef Scott Hollingsworth and Chef Jon CoxGeneral Manager Ellis LindsayBar Program Brittany KellumWine Director Hilary Demmitt

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2. 800 DEGREES | BAR ONE Lounge - SOUTH PARK

4.5

Awesome(1243)

Price: Expensive

• American • SouthPark

Booked 31 times today

Founded in 2011 by Chef Anthony Carron, 800 DEGREES focuses on pure ingredients and a custom wood-fired oven. Our scratch dough, locally sourced produce, and artisan meats and cheeses create a unique, smoky taste in every dish. From hand-made pizzas to wild-caught salmon, every bite will leave you wanting more. BAR ONE Lounge, a Los Angeles concept now in Charlotte at Phillips Place, is attached to 800 DEGREES. It's perfect for late-night cocktails and fine dining, with a full dinner menu served until 2 AM. The lounge features high-back leather booths, walnut tables, intimate lighting, and art-filled walls, delivering an exclusive yet casual experience. Enjoy classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned, Vesper Martini, or French 75. Join us for lunch, dinner, or a late-night rendezvous at BAR ONE Lounge or 800 DEGREES in South Park.

3. Mizu

4.6

Exceptional(1287)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • SouthPark

Booked 28 times today

Inspired by the wood-fired Robata grills of Japan, Mizu offers a refreshed take on live-fire cooking atop the Hyatt Centric in the heart of Charlotte’s SouthPark neighborhood. Opened in August of 2021 and named one of 2022's "25 Best New Restaurants" and "50 Best Restaurants" by Charlotte Magazine, the rooftop restaurant by Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) combines the traditions of ancient Japanese cooking with Southern influences and Asian flavors. The kitchen, anchored by Mizu’s own Robata grill, features a seafood-focused menu composed of wood-fired, raw, and chilled offerings.The beverage program focuses on bright, easy-drinking libations using Japanese spirits and seasonal ingredients, complementing the cuisine and atmosphere. With a chic, minimalist design with natural elements throughout, the restaurant, named for the Japanese word for water, offers sweeping rooftop views from the patio, as well as sophisticated interiors and comfortable lounge and bar seating.

4. Indaco- Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(1102)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southend

Booked 25 times today

Located at Atherton Mill in Charlotte's historic South End neighborhood, Indaco (Italian for "indigo") serves Italian cuisine. Wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pastas, housemade salami and cured sausages fill the restaurant's menu which can be enjoyed family-style or a la carte. With an open kitchen, and a comfortable atmosphere, Indaco can seat approximately 85 guests inside for a casual night of food and drinks. The wine list is focused on affordable Italian varietals, the Gin & Tonic cocktail is on tap, and the fresh sodas are made in-house. Large windows fill the restaurant with natural light that reflects off the white subway tile, wood accents and butcher block tables. An open kitchen invites guests to keep an eye on the action while enjoying the sights and smells of Italian cooking. During warmer months, a 44-seat patio invites guests to dine al fresco.

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5. P.F. Chang's - Charlotte

4.0

Excellent(408)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • SouthPark

Booked 6 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.

6. Reid's Fine Foods

4.5

Awesome(930)

Price: Moderate

• American • SouthPark

Founded in 1928, Reid's is North Carolina's neighborhood specialty food store offering superior meats, wines, locally grown produce, seasonal fresh meals to a very loyal customer base. The South Park restaurant accommodates Deli Style service for lunch Monday-Saturday and Restaurant Menu service Tuesday-Friday night and all day Saturday and Sunday. Join us for:"Almost" 1/2 off steak burgers on Tuesday!1/2 off wine by the glass on Wednesday!$10 charcuterie boards on Thursday!"Special Sips" on Friday - A special wine selected from our wine departments reserved list, changes each week, offered one day only! 1/2 priced restaurant wine bottles (in-house only) on Saturday's!Sunday Brunch Features 10AM-4PM!Live Music 6PM-9PM Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday's!

7. STIR Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(1601)

Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 31 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to enjoy a night out, host clients, or sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters. Located in South End, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Our cold bar and kitchen offers fresh oysters from North Carolina and beyond, traditional Mexican and Peruvian ceviche, and classic entrees and specials, all prepared from scratch.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result: categorically elevated cocktails. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Charlotte to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality.

8. O-Ku - Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(2409)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Southend

Booked 30 times today

O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. The South End restaurant offers rare and unique dining options along with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, highlighting seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space.

9. Baku

4.7

Exceptional(1746)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SouthPark

Booked 10 times today

BAKU is a Japanese Robata-style restaurant that showcases outstanding Sushi and innovative Robata and Yakatori cuisine. Casual everyday dining downstairs with a upscale lounge upstairs. We specialize in creating an unique and memorable experience for every occasion. For parties of 8 or more guests, we do require a $50 Non-Refundable Deposit to confirm reservations. This deposit is applied to the bill at time of reservation. Please call the restaurant for more details about confirming your party of 8+ guests. All parties of 8+ guests will need to call the restaurant directly to make reservations.

10. PARA

4.4

Awesome(43)

Price: Expensive

• American • Southend

Booked 6 times today

PARA, located in the heart of South End Charlotte, is an innovative lounge & restaurant serving globally influenced shareable plates, entrées & creative cocktails.

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Cherone
Charlotte •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our anniversary night and the waiter was excellent. I was disappointed that I had to wait after making a reservation on OpenTable but the night turned out well again the waiter was fantastic and the food was excellent.
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PamelaVIP
Charlotte •51 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
It was just a Holiday dinner for a few gal pals. Drinks were yummy and the food was delicious. Thank you De-Nice for the entertaining service!
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EssexPrice: Moderate• International• Uptown
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4.3
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Hank
Charlotte •31 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
As always, the food was excellent and the service friendly and responsive.
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Deejai Noodle BarPrice: Moderate• Thai• NODA
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57 restaurants available nearby

1. Chapter 6

2. 800 DEGREES | BAR ONE Lounge - SOUTH PARK

3. Mizu

4. Indaco- Charlotte

5. P.F. Chang's - Charlotte

6. Reid's Fine Foods

7. STIR Charlotte

8. O-Ku - Charlotte

9. Baku

10. PARA

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