Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Midtown East

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1. Quality Meats

4.7

Exceptional(10686)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 128 times today

Quality Meats is the best steakhouse in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Meats features modern interpretations of familiar dishes and flavor combinations, resulting in unique tastes, innovative presentations, and a distinctive Quality Meats style. The warm, industrial décor by award-winning designers AvroKO draws on cues from traditional New York City family-owned butcher shops, in the use of warm wood, stainless steel, and white marble.

2. Nobu Fifty Seven

4.7

Exceptional(6281)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Midtown West

Booked 211 times today

As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper. The restaurant showcases Nobu's signature new style Japanese cuisine with classic dishes such as Tiradito Nobu Style and Black Cod Miso. The restaurant received three stars from the New York Times.

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3. Quality Italian - New York

4.7

Exceptional(6233)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Midtown West

Booked 167 times today

Quality Italian is New York's best steakhouse. Our renowned steak and delicious Italian food make us a popular destination for folks seeking a great meal. Whether you are looking for a wonderful lunch or an inviting brunch, we provide an outstanding dining experience. Visit us today to experience the best steak and Italian food in New York for yourself. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Italian is the best restaurant in Midtown Manhattan and NYC.

4. Bad Roman

4.5

Awesome(2479)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 226 times today

A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.

5. TAO Uptown

4.5

Awesome(14630)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Midtown East

Booked 81 times today

A 16-foot Buddha, which floats above a reflecting pool filled with Japanese carp, presides over the scene at Tao. A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has three levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and two bars at which to enjoy the food and the show. Appetizers range from $8 - $18; Entrees: $16 -$39. Offering $31.50 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu year round.

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6. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

4.7

Exceptional(360)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • West Village

Booked 157 times today

Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Little Ruby’s West Village is be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.

7. Ophelia

4.2

Awesome(1548)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown East

Booked 33 times today

Cocktail Lounge atop the historic Beekman Tower offering 360 views of Manhattan and Brooklyn.Ophelia offers a crafted a two-part cocktail menu featuring reinventions of classic and signature cocktails inspired by the natural elements and the glory of the lounge during its heyday in the 1920s and 30s. Chef Ambrosio sources ingredients from local and international artisans, farmers, and fishmongers to create an elevated and refined culinary voyage. Small dishes include Maine Lobster Spring Rolls, Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras with dried cherries, Classic Caviar Service, Prime Beef Tenderloin, and Truffle Fries.

8. Koi - New York

4.6

Exceptional(3594)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Midtown West

Booked 33 times today

Rich earth tones of orange, red and brown impart warmth to the cool and tranquil space. Thin tapestries of translucent rose fabric are embellished with flame motifs and suspended from the ceiling, creating a separate seating area perfect for a light bite near the large front windows. Famous for its unique and mouth-watering interpretation of Japanese cuisine. Upscale Japanese fare is given a jolt of new life through an innovative use of ingredients, resulting in refreshing and exciting flavor combinations. Crispy Rice with Spice Tuna, an addictive version of the classic spicy tuna roll, featuring warm grilled rice topped with a thick layer of cool, savory tuna. Baked Crab Roll, for which succulent fresh crabmeat is wrapped in a thin rice crepe paper dotted with sesame seeds and baked to perfection. Hamachi Fusion with Soy-Citrus and Truffle Essence all artfully plated by Koi’s skilled culinary team.

9. Becco

4.6

Exceptional(28800)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 143 times today

Lidia Bastianich & her son Joe's Theater District mainstay. Best known for the $29.95 pasta tasting menu & the great selections on the $35 Italian wine list. Loved by locals & out of towners alike, Becco has been serving consistently delicious regional Italian cuisine since 1993. Located on the famed Restaurant Row in NYC's Theatre District, Becco is open for lunch & dinner seven days a week. Enjoy signature dishes, like the Osso Bucco, as well as the bounty of fresh seasonal preparations. The Reserve Wine list has many of Italy's best known producers, as well as some more eclectic wine makers. A knowledgeable staffer will be on hand to help you make a great choice. With 18 years on restaurant row, great food & great service help make Becco the right choice time & time again.

10. Soothr

4.7

Exceptional(233)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • East Village

Booked 214 times today

Soothr, properly pronounced “Sood” is the Thai word meaning “Recipe”. This East Village establishment is the vision of close friends who grew up in different regions of Thailand, hoping to share their experiences and recipes with the rest of the world. Raised in distinctive regional cities, each individual brings their own unique relationship with Thai cuisine, with a specific focus on the generational family recipes that have shaped their childhood and time growing up in Thailand. With a specialty in family noodle recipes from throughout Thailand, Soothr offers a culinary experience that is geared towards the comfort and warmth of dining at home. These traditional recipes have brought great comfort and a sense of home for generations, and Soothr at its core is an invitation to sit at the table and enjoy a classic, Thai family meal.

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Nicole
Atlanta •6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Everything was great! Food was outstanding. Drinks were delicious. Service was excellent. Music was great. Only “complaint” was the fact that our table was extremely close to the tables beside us. We will definitely go back!
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Lagos TSQPrice: Expensive• West African• Theater District
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4.2
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R.
New York City •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
This is my new favorite spot to grab a yummy meal before or after the theater. The food comes quickly and the staff is extremely attentive without making you feel rushed. There are great veggie options- I loved the veggie kourma.
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Spice Symphony Times SquarePrice: Moderate• Indian• Times Square
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4.6
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San Diego •18 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
For lunch, the food was great but extremely slow.
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4.6
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MarieC
Maine •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
Authentic dishes which were exotic to American palates. In the back of the extensive menu, they had “American Chinese” offerings which were familiar to us. The food was absolutely delicious! Basic wine offerings, but they were just fine. Service was very good. Ambiance was very bright lighting, and loud acoustics. That being said, we completely enjoyed our experience.
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川雲涧 Sky Pavilion NYCPrice: Expensive• Sichuan• Hell's Kitchen
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4.4
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TomaszVIP
New York City •36 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 20, 2025
very good / excellent classic Indian at reasonable price
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4.3

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