Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in La Villita

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanJapanese

Regions

San Antonio

Neighborhoods

Alamo HeightsDowntownNorth Central

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

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Takeout only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

40 restaurants available nearby

1. Tokyo Cowboy

4.6

Exceptional(274)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown

Booked 26 times today

Asian-inspired diner with creative cocktails and a great selection of whisky!

2. Carriqui

4.7

Exceptional(770)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 65 times today

COOKING WITH FIRE, SOUTH TEXAS STYLE Carriqui celebrates the South Texas tradition of drawing flavor from fire. Inspired by the flight path of our namesake bird, our menus feature regional favorites from the Rio Grande Valley, Texas coast, and the Hill Country. Nearly every dish is touched by the glowing embers of our custom-forged pits, smoker, or grill, all fueled by native wood. Along with housemade tortillas, cold margaritas, and warm hospitality, each meal is an opportunity to experience the vibrant food and spirit of our South Texas culture.

A photo of Best Quality Daughter restaurant

3. Best Quality Daughter

4.9

Exceptional(588)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 83 times today

Best Quality Daughter houses a vibrant, chic décor and new, unique Asian-American menu. In 2018, chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, wanting to address the sparsity of Asian-American female chefs in South Texas, developed a new concept through a series of pop-up dinners called Best Quality Daughter with fellow chef Anne Ng and artist Jennifer Ling Datchuk. Today Best Quality Daughter is located in the historic Mueller House at the Pearl Brewery. Curated by chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, Best Quality Daughter's menu takes inspiration from her travels and the comfort food of her youth as a second-generation Chinese-American.

4. Ladino

4.8

Exceptional(1086)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 65 times today

Located in the Historic Pearl, Ladino is a modern Mediterranean grill house celebrating all the cultures and cuisines of the Mediterranean region. Ladino features fresh-made pita from a wood-burning oven, an abundance of dips and small plates, and entrees from the 'mangal' - regional specialties cooked on a live-fire, charcoal grill. Desserts are inspired by the sweet and savory staples of the region with a modern touch, and the beverage program highlights the area's wines and spirits.2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand

5. Supper

4.6

Exceptional(3212)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 38 times today

Being welcomed for a good meal is a true hallmark of genial South Texas hospitality. Matched with Hotel Emma’s distinctive historical ambiance and modern allure, Supper offers the promise of American cookery and graceful service at any time of day.

6. Cavalier

4.4

Awesome(69)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

Cavalier welcomes you for a memorable meal in a stunning setting. Serving American brasserie classics, from picture-perfect tarte flambee with figs and goat cheese to a show-stopping tomahawk steak, our menu beckons you with a variety of tempting offerings, all prepared and served with subtle flourishes of style. Tuck into a comfortable leather banquette or make yourself at home at the bar, then explore our craft beverage offerings and savor a meal with friends or colleagues, all guided by our personable team.

A photo of Domingo Restaurante restaurant

7. Domingo Restaurante

4.5

Awesome(876)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican / Southwestern • Downtown

Booked 109 times today

Join us in our open-air restaurant on the Historic San Antonio River Walk with a natural ambiance where curated contemporary art intersects with a historical setting. Domingo's menus offer the flavors of South Texas and an agave-forward beverage program celebrating the culture of San Antonio with modern culinary flair.

8. Mezquite

4.5

Awesome(246)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Northern Mexican • Downtown

Booked 20 times today

THE FLAVORS OF SONORACelebrating the food pathways of the Sonoran region, Mezquite offers grilled meats, flour tortillas and delicious cocktails. This vibrant space is perfect for gathering with friends and reveling in the end of a work week. Open for lunch and dinner, you won’t want to leave.

A photo of Boiler House at Pearl restaurant

9. Boiler House at Pearl

4.7

Exceptional(2129)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Downtown

Booked 28 times today

Boiler House at Pearl is a true Texas original. Situated in the historic Pearl Brewery complex on the San Antonio River Walk, this wine-centric restaurant occupies the former “boiler house” which powered the adjacent brewery. Lead by Executive Chef Alberto "Beto" Gutierrez, the menu focuses on grilled items from local farms and markets, with a focus on “Texas ranch-style” cuisine. These delicacies are paired with extraordinary wines from around the world (available by the glass, bottle and “to-go”), full bar, live music and a casual yet energetic atmosphere. The unique list of wines boasts some of the lowest prices in the area.The restaurant incorporates various private dining areas suitable for private or corporate functions and an expansive outdoor patio area where guests can enjoy dining alfresco. We can host groups anywhere from 9 up to 290 guests in our unique, flexible private event spaces.

A photo of Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood restaurant

10. Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood

4.8

Exceptional(8373)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 35 times today

Bohanan’s fame is founded on sublimely tender prime beef grilled over fragrant mesquite wood. Enjoy extraordinarily delicious Akaushi beef, Chef/Owner Mark Bohanan’s large custom cuts of prime aged corn-fed beef, succulent seafood flown in fresh daily, and spectacular table-side desserts flambé. Imbibe a classic cocktail at the first-floor Bar at Bohanan’s, then join us upstairs for the best steak you’ve ever eaten. Located in a historic building in downtown San Antonio about a block from the River Walk. AAA Four Diamond rating and Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence.

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OpenTable Diner
Austin •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
The food was excellent and cannot be recommended highly enough. To new customers, when they say spicy it is generally based on a person who tolerates no spice, so if you like spicy foods (especially asiatic spices like hot oil) you might want to consider the extra spicy add on for more kick.
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Dashi Sichuan Kitchen + BarPrice: Moderate• Sichuan• Stone Oak
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4.3
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Katelyn
San Antonio •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
The food is always excellent (highly recommend the "famous" green beans and the Don Po pork belly) and comes out SO quickly. Recommend a reservation to speed up wait time, but definitely worth the wait!
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Sichuan HousePrice: Moderate• Sichuan• Far West Side
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4.7
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Laurianne
San Antonio •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 12, 2025
In terms of brunch food, but the price was fairly reasonable. It was easy to get in and out of the hotel and the Saint Anthony is a beautiful, downtown, historic San Antonio Hotel. My only complaint is that it was a bit noisy, and the server didn’t even refill our glass of water. I’d go back for the ambience and it’s in walking distance of the Majestic. So it’s a great choice before show.
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Gallery on the ParkPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.6

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