Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in South Side

257 restaurants available nearby

1. Chemistry

4.4

Price: Expensive

• American • Hyde Park

Booked 85 times today

Chicago's premier black-owned steakhouse. Located in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood! Enjoy the finest steak while experiencing excellent white glove service. Chemistry exemplifies black excellence at its finest.**Please Note** We are not open for dinner service on Friday night. ALL RESERVATIONS ARE 90 MINUTES WITH A 15 MINUTE GRACE PERIODLarge Parties over 12: Are unable to make an online reservation. Please Email your request to reservations@chemistrychicago.com

2. Sepia

4.8

Exceptional(5334)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 25 times today

Seamlessly melding refined and rustic, vintage and contemporary, Sepia has the feel of an instant classic. The stylish space is warm and inviting, comfortable yet lively. The easy elegance of the room serves as the perfect backdrop for the inventive American cuisine. Chef Andrew Zimmerman's product-driven, seasonal menu showcases the purity and quality of the ingredients, letting both the ingredients and his passion for what he does shine through. Sepia celebrates tradition – with a modern twist.To book reservations of 10 or larger, please email info@sepiachicago.com!

3. Bar Mar

4.6

Exceptional(923)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • River North (Chicago)

Booked 84 times today

Fresh oysters piled on mounds of sparkling ice. Ceviches that taste of the ocean. Chef José Andrés’ brilliant renditions of iconic seafood classics like fried calamari and lobster rolls. Located at the Bank of America Tower in Chicago, Bar Mar is a true celebration of the bounty of the sea, with modern takes on classics you know and love, festive cocktails, and a bright, beautiful space that interweaves the nautical with the elegant. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

4. The Gage

4.8

Exceptional(11919)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 147 times today

The Gage has become a perennial favorite of locals and visitors alike for over ten years by effortlessly blending European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award-winning wine list all in a lively, convivial setting. Known as a “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene, The Gage continues to evolve by serving well-rounded food and beverage menus that feature classic dishes and drinks with contemporary twists rooted in tradition.

5. VU Rooftop Lounge

4.0

Excellent(259)

Price: Moderate

• American • China Town

Booked 7 times today

VU Rooftop is a 13,000 square foot concept located 22 stories high next door to McCormick Place. Here, you can enjoy an ingredient-driven beverage program, a top-notch culinary experience and unparalleled views of the Lake and Downtown within a modern designed space. VU is a year-round rooftop with outdoor terraces and enclosed spaces. Outdoor seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Due to weather or limited availability, seating may be indoors.

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6. CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto

4.8

Exceptional(288)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • West Loop

Booked 38 times today

CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto in Chicago's West Loop – where expertly distilled spirits meet exquisite sushi. Enjoy our seasonal cocktails and a standout Omakase experience featuring dry-aged fish from Japan. Choose your ambiance: the lively front lounge with a beautifully lit bar and historic distilling tanks, or the serene back dining room with eclectic décor and an Omakase bar. Daily happy hour, whiskey/sake flights, and a patio setting provide diverse experiences. Open for lunch and Sundays, we cater to all occasions. Join us for unmatched culinary excellence and spirited adventures.

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7. 14 Parish Restaurant & Rhum Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1281)

Price: Expensive

• Caribbean • Hyde Park

Booked 36 times today

14 Parish Restaurant & Rhum Bar is a casual dining experience serving a fusion of Caribbean dishes from some of your favorite vacation destinations. Conveniently located in Chicago's Hyde Park, our intimate space, friendly staff, and delicious creations are sure to become a favorite. At 14 Parish our goal is to bring a bit of paradise to everyday life!

8. Chateau Carbide

3.8

Excellent(209)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • River North (Chicago)

Welcome to Château Carbide, our botanical-driven, absinthe-inspired cocktail bar, featuring seasonal light bites from Pendry Chefs. Perched on the rooftop of Pendry Chicago, this indoor-outdoor al fresco destination evokes the airy, effortless allure of the French countryside with a sun-drenched garden setting overlooking the city.Please note the following policies:**Chateau Carbide is a 21+ establishment**Light Bite service is available until 10:00 PM**Outdoor tables are subject to availability, and a reservation does not constitute an outdoor table. We do our best to accommodate all guest seating requests.

9. Beatrix - Loop

4.7

Exceptional(261)

Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 40 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s Loop, River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. 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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10. Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails

4.5

Awesome(564)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 18 times today

Kindling boasts a live fire show kitchen, wood-fired plates, and tasty cocktails in the heart of downtown Chicago. Chef Partner is James Beard Award-winning Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldly perspective and decades of wood-fired cooking to Kindling's internationally inspired menu. Located within Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling welcomes guests for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, with happy hour specials offered on weekdays from 3pm-5:30pm. Follow us on social @kindlingchicago & @chefsawyer!CLOSED: 11/28, 12/24-12/26, 1/1Open for dinner only 12/27-12/28

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Rosemaryvip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server was excellent. He asked all the right questions to ensure our courses arrived at the right time. Very attentive and yet gave us space. The food was really tasty, fresh and cooked to perfection. Our wine and cocktails were excellent as well.
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The GagePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
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4.8
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Morgan
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •11 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was a last minute reservation for a large party on a work trip. I had always wanted to go to an Eataly, so this worked out great that we could have dinner and explore the store. The food was pretty good, and best of all we could hear our conversation.
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Vino & - Eataly ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.2
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Meredithvip
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •18 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
The service started out strong, then petered out. Our meal, however, was quite good, and we would most likely return.
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Mia FrancescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.6
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Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Caitlin was great and the food was delicious! Definitely recommend. Give that girl her bottle of wine! :)
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Earls Kitchen + Bar - Lincoln ParkPrice: Expensive• American• Lincoln Park
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4.2
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JASON
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
Great food and variety. On the spicy side (make sure that works for all members of your party). Would definitely return.
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Bar Goa-ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Indian• River North (Chicago)
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4.2

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257 restaurants available nearby

1. Chemistry

2. Sepia

3. Bar Mar

4. The Gage

5. VU Rooftop Lounge

6. CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto

7. 14 Parish Restaurant & Rhum Bar

8. Chateau Carbide

9. Beatrix - Loop

10. Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails

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