Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Bellaire

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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HoustonSugar Land

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BellaireChinatownDowntownEast EndEast SideFar Westheimer

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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135 restaurants available nearby

1. Mandito's Tex-Mex

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tex-Mex • Bellaire

Mandito's Tex-Mex is a family-friendly restaurant in Bellaire, Texas, offering a vibrant atmosphere and authentic Tex-Mex cuisine. Inspired by Tex-Mex culture, Mandito's recreates a carefree vacation vibe with lively music, comforting food, and friendly service. Upon entering, you'll find a warm ambiance featuring unique design elements like hand-painted light shades and a tortilla machine making fresh tortillas daily. The menu includes Tex-Mex favorites such as sizzling fajitas, flavorful enchiladas, and the signature "World Famous Burrito Bowl," a delicious twist on a taco salad filled with fresh ingredients. Whether you're enjoying a casual lunch with friends, a fun family dinner, or a lively night out with margaritas, Mandito's Tex-Mex has something for everyone. Come and experience the taste of Texas tradition while creating lasting memories in a welcoming atmosphere.

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2. il Bracco - Post Oak

4.8

Exceptional(151)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 63 times today

il Bracco is an upscale Italian restaurant in the heart of Uptown, Houston, located in Post Oak Plaza. Our menu features handmade pastas, fresh salads, hand-cut steaks & seafood, and an extensive yet approachable wine list. Breads, pasta and dessert are made from scratch, in house daily.Our dining room is made of intimate booths with a full service bar and cocktail lounge, as well as a quiet patio with an outdoor fire place.

3. JOEY Uptown

4.7

Exceptional(207)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Westside

Booked 153 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. JOEY Uptown, boasts an open concept dining room that spans over 10,288 square feet, including a temperature controlled patio equipped with an outdoor bar. Stylized prints from Texas-based artist Jon Flaming, and animated LED portraits by Julian Opie, bring life and lightness to the entire space. This location fits Houston’s iconic food scene like a glove.

4. Balboa Surf Club

4.7

Exceptional(125)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 56 times today

Balboa Surf Club is an upscale American restaurant in the heart of Uptown, Houston, located in Post Oak Plaza. The menu places an emphasis on fresh seafood from around the country, including a curated sushi program, as well as salads, hearty sandwiches, a standout hamburger, and hand-cut steaks.Beverage selections include classic house cocktails, and an extensive yet approachable wine list.The dining room is made up of lush plants, intimate booths as well as a full service bar and lush patio.Balboa is open 7 days a week for both lunch and dinner.

5. MAD

4.6

Exceptional(2507)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • River Oaks

Booked 42 times today

No passport required for a journey to MAD. An innovative experience that blends Madrid's famous nightlife and the very best of Spanish gastronomy. Creative tapas and small bites, wood fire cooked rice, fish and meats, terrific gin & tonic, craft cocktails and a wine cellar with a selection of the best the world has to offer. Using the highest quality ingredients, creativity in every corner, and a passion for surprises, are the cornerstones of MAD's philosophy....the moon is the limit.

6. Azumi - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(129)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • River Oaks

Booked 13 times today

Azumi brings an uncompromising commitment to Japanese cuisine, with a diverse menu focusing on upscale dishes and high-end ingredients. Highlighted by an impressive sushi program, Azumi’s menu is perfectly complemented by a hot kitchen menu featuring authentic Japanese entrees.

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7. Lombardi Cucina Italiana - Houston

4.5

Awesome(842)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Westside

Booked 75 times today

*Please note- reservations are only accepted via OpenTable or by calling the restaurant directly*Lombardi Cucina Italiana is a celebration of authentic Italian cuisine with a modern touch. The menu features a large selection "fatto a Mano" pastas as well as an extensive array of fresh fish, meats and produce. The curated beverage program has a vast selection of worldly wines and handcrafted signature cocktails. Our forward thinking cocktail menu uses innovative ingredients from the kitchen, such as prosciutto, rosemary and amarene. The wine list will represent all main wine regions of the world, with a primary focus on the Italian Peninsula, Lombardi Cucina Italiana's atmosphere will remind you of an open air villa in Italy, surrounded by olive trees, Italian marble and Venetian Chandeliers. Their luxurious bar and cocktail lounge is the perfect setting for an evening of relaxation, while listening to live entertainment.

8. Juliet Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(1358)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 59 times today

Juliet is an upscale steak and seafood restaurant giving you a movie theatre style theme featuring a premium bar with high end craft cocktails, a well curated wine list, and mouth-watering steaks and seafood. Juliet offers a unique experience, bringing a modern vibe to the traditional steakhouse through innovative concepts like the Glass Room which boasts wide screens TV's and a projector playing classic movies throughout the night, and also their beautiful flower wall embedded with the Juliet logo. Juliet will be the restaurant to be at if you are looking for flawless service, amazing food, and a vibe you won't soon forget!

9. Rosie Cannonball

4.8

Exceptional(82)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Montrose

Booked 45 times today

At Rosie Cannonball, we’re serving European comfort food in a lively atmosphere. The restaurant celebrates the origins of cooking through open, live fire and is centered around a wood-burning oven and grill. The menu draws inspiration from individual ingredients: local vegetables, pastas and pizzas, simple seafood and locally-sourced meat cooked over live fire. Master Sommelier June Rodil curated an expansive list of delicious wines with a strong Italian, Spanish and French focus from their favorite producers new and old, along with options from progressive New World producers. The cocktail menu has strong Italian influences, mirroring the focus of the food. Chef de Cuisine: Matt Hamilton Sous Chef: Karla MorenoExecutive Pastry Chef: Samantha MendozaGeneral Manager: Brandi KinneyFront of House Managers: Lauren AllenGoodnight Hospitality Partners: Bailey & Peter McCarthy, Felipe Riccio, June Rodil

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10. Le Colonial - Houston

4.7

Exceptional(3855)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 69 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Delray Beach, 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 of the River Oaks District. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.Business CasualNo athletic wear or athletic attire, including designer athletic line of any kind and model, beach flip flops or any beach attire, tank tops (men), cut-offs, sweatpants, exposed undergarments, and excessively revealing clothing for indoor and outdoor dining. No baseball caps indoors. Seasonal changes may apply.Gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. We only allow a maximum of 4 for splitting checks.

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5.0
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5.0
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The perfect margarita is truly perfect! The food is excellent too.
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NathanVIP
Houston •91 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Benihana is the best place to go for a birthday. The chefs are fun and the service is always nice and the food is delicious.
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Benihana - Houston, TXPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Far Westheimer
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4.8
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Fort Lauderdale •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had such a lovely evening at MaKiin. Not only was this the best Thai food I have EVER had in my life, but the service was incredible (I wish I remembered their names, the two servers were perfect), the ambience was amazing and the whole experience was magical.
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MaKiinPrice: Very Expensive• Thai• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
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4.6
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KAYLA
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed my visit at the rustic. The food was fresh and delicious, the tamales are a must
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4.3

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