Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Pennington

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianJapanese

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Bucks CountyHunterdonMercer

Neighborhoods

EwingFlemingtonHamiltonLambertvilleLanghorneLawrenceville

Top Rated

CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for fine wines

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

28 restaurants available nearby

1. Marsilios Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(2208)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Ewing

Booked 14 times today

Experience the romance and warm hospitality of Marsilio's Kitchen. Celebrate every day, as well as all your special occasions while enjoying our seasonal craft cocktails, wine, and authentic Italian recipes. We are a landmark Italian restaurant and bar famous since 1951 for its popular Chicken Cacciatore and Veal Parmigiana, along with steaks, chops, fresh seafood, and mouth watering pasta dishes, including homemade gnocchi and braised beef pappardelle. During warm months, please enjoy our tented patio. We also offer a beautiful Private Dining Room that seats up to 75 guests. Call us for Corporate Catering, and Curbside Take-Away. Whether it’s a first date or a casual dinner with the whole family, there is something delicious waiting for everyone! Just minutes away from Trenton Airport, The College of NJ and Rider College, and centrally located near I95/295, Route 1 and Route 29. Just minutes away from Yardley and Newtown in Bucks County.

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2. Piccolo Trattoria - Pennington

4.7

Exceptional(533)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 6 times today

Piccolo Trattoria is Mercer County’s finest BYOB and casual dining restaurant in the area. From the moment you arrive in our Tuscan setting restaurant, the feeling of family and home is evident. From our homemade pasta, to our milk-fed veal, and prime cuts of beef, pork, lamb and poultry. Arriving daily are deliveries of only fresh seafood from all ports of the world. Cooked to perfection and sautéed with our Chef’s inspired sauces that culminate in the flavors leaping from your plate. Piccolo Trattoria offers fine dining and bistro menu featuring gourmet panini sandwiches, exotic salads, fresh pasta e fagioli and soups, & of course our large selection of gourmet hand-tossed pizza. Savor our famous signature Brooklyn Pie – made from fresh plum tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, virgin olive oil, and fresh basil then cooked to perfection,as well as our homemade dolce & our fresh brewed cappuccino. Our savory dishes from seafood to pizza makes so us -“Sempre Delizio". Grazie! Fami

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3. Acacia of Lawrenceville

4.9

Exceptional(1120)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lawrenceville

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Acacia where simplicity is key. We use local ingredients whenever possible. From our food to our service, we strive to give our guests an exceptional dining experience, one that they can come to expect time and time again. We offer both heated, covered outdoor dining and indoor dining.

4. Metro North

4.7

Exceptional(2464)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 21 times today

Metro North featuring Italian Entrees, Seafood, Grilled Meats, Salads, Appetizers. Along with your favorite cocktail, glass of wine or beer on tap there is something for everyone. Reasonable prices in a casual atmosphere. Located at 378 Alexander Road in Princeton, New Jersey with ample parking we also have seating for large parties up to 100 plus and outside dining on our patio.To view our menu visit us at www.metronorthnj.com

5. Mistral

4.6

Exceptional(3156)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Princeton

Booked 33 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Princeton, Mistral offers a stunning mix of taste, style and atmosphere. Chef Scott Anderson places a superlative emphasis on fresh, local ingredients in creating a variety of culturally influenced, inventive plates with inviting flavors for guests to savor and share.Now offering a full menu of beer, wine and cocktails for our guests, Mistral’s guests will enjoy a full craft cocktail menu that is both unexpected and attuned to chef Anderson's local and seasonal ethos as well as an extensive craft beer and wine offering with the open of Mistral’s bar

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6. Rocco's at the Brick

4.7

Exceptional(3793)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Newtown

Booked 45 times today

Upscale steakhouse featuring fine seafood & meat-centric dishes in classy, warm surrounds.

7. Nozomu Sushi

4.9

Exceptional(162)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • New Hope

Booked 18 times today

At Nozomu, we pride ourselves on delivering the freshest and most delicious sushi to our customers. Our menu features a wide variety of sushi rolls, sashimi, and other Japanese dishes that are sure to satisfy any appetite. We use only the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our dishes, and our chefs love to prepare monthly special rolls using flavors and ingredients specific to the time of year.At Nozomu, we believe that the atmosphere of a restaurant is just as important as the food. That's why we've created a warm and inviting space that's perfect for enjoying a meal with friends and family. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just grabbing a quick bite, our restaurant is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy great food.

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8. Iron Hill Brewery - Newtown

4.6

Exceptional(676)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Newtown

Booked 35 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We're passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff.

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9. P.F. Chang's - Princeton

3.9

Excellent(347)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Princeton

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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10. Aspendos Mediterranean Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(90)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Princeton

Booked 6 times today

Introducing the newest addition to the culinary scene, a Mediterranean restaurant with a rich history of flavors and traditionsThe restaurant is the brainchild of two brothers with over 20 years of experience in the food industry, and this marks their fourth establishment. With their expertise and passion for authentic Mediterranean cuisine, they have crafted a menu that showcases the best of their culinary expertise. From savory appetizers to mouth-watering entrees, every dish is carefully prepared using only the freshest and finest ingredients. The menu features a range of Mediterranean favorites such as hummus, bowl salad, crispy octopus , tirit (Göbekli Tepe), margarita, roll baklava and more. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner with friends and family, this new restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that is sure to please.

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JohnR
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This restaurant ticks all the boxes of Mediterranean cuisine with inquisitive pairings standard dishes and fantastic service with great intervals of each course. Would highly recommend.
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Spice FinchPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Center City
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Everything about this restaurant is excellent! The food is wonderful, the atmosphere relaxing and the staff are friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend return on next trip to Philly.
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Sura Indian BistroPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Indian• Center City
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4.7
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SusanVIP
Philadelphia County •34 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
I have eaten at Veda 3 times. The food is consistent and i like the ambiance, location and think it's priced correctly. Last night the service was poor. By the fourth time I asked for our check I was irritated. It wasn't even crowded. We had to request rice and a yogurt dish that we ordered 2x after everything else came out . Just sloppy on their part.
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Veda - Modern Indian BistroPrice: Expensive• Indian• Center City
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4.7
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Nicole
Philadelphia County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 7, 2025
Excellent- great kids menu and delicious pizza/ crust. We will be back!
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Toska Restaurant & BreweryPrice: Moderate• American• Chestnut Hill
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4.2

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