Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in North Central Phoenix

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1. Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix

4.7

Exceptional(1995)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Central Phoenix

Booked 29 times today

At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.

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2. Doughbird - North Central

4.8

Exceptional(149)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Phoenix

Booked 11 times today

Nothing else can quite satisfy cravings for comfort food quite like the offbeat combination of house-made pizza and tender, juicy rotisserie chicken. Sip on inventive craft cocktails with fresh juices and homemade ingredients alongside local beers and a menu of wines to pair with every delicious bite. Our dishes are sure to indulge the most flavorful of appetites. Come in and find your flavor!

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3. The Henry - Phoenix

4.8

Exceptional(6520)

Price: Moderate

• American • Central Phoenix

Booked 132 times today

Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

4. PYRO

4.7

Exceptional(716)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Central Phoenix

Booked 60 times today

At Pyro, our obsession goes beyond the flame. With each spark from our wood burning hearth, we ignite the energy that flows through the doors and into your senses. Our diverse menu walks a fine line between Japanese Izakaya and American Bistro, and our chefs prepare dishes using open flame, live-fire cooking that allows the enhanced natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through. A refined yet inviting atmosphere is paralleled with a lush exterior patio, just as an elevated dining experience is matched with an intentionally energetic cocktail bar where the vibe flows through each pour and each beat of music. Flame-licked steaks and intoxicating energy will leave you yearning for a taste of more at Pyro.

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5. Sandfish Sushi and Whiskey

4.6

Exceptional(307)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Downtown Phoenix

Booked 6 times today

The highly anticipated first Sushi & Whiskey bar, located in uptown Phoenix, By Engin Onural.Within its Scandinavian-designed interior, you’ll enjoy a judicious selection of hand-crafted sushi and whisky pairings, making Sandfish an ideal destination for both epicures and the curious.We can’t wait for you to experience our expectations of an excellent Menu

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6. Blanco Cocina + Cantina – Biltmore Fashion Park

4.6

Exceptional(1068)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Biltmore

Booked 30 times today

Blanco is more than your typical Mexican restaurant, it‘s an escape from the ordinary, a happy hour hang out, a place to sit back, recharge and party. It’s a vacation in your neighborhood that helps you relax with your favorite people. For food, margaritas, and good times, Blanco is the perfect place to find your bliss.

7. Ocotillo

4.5

Awesome(2926)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Phoenix

Booked 20 times today

We are open for in-house dining for dinner and brunch !Ocotillo restaurant focuses on Contemporary American seasonal cuisine with a touch of local Arizona Influence, bringing special attention to fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. You can enjoy lunch, dinner, brunch with a full service bar, cocktail, wine and beer program. Weekend brunches Saturday and Sunday fulfills all your sensory expectations. Menu offerings include healthy, vegan, gluten free choices !During the summer months we will do the best we can to accommodate guests indoors, but we cannot guarantee indoor seating. Look forward to seeing you at Ocotillo Restaurant and Bar.

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8. Doughbird - Arcadia

4.7

Exceptional(1538)

Price: Moderate

• American • Central Phoenix

Booked 28 times today

Doughbird brings you a crave-worthy menu with an unexpected yet perfect duo: Pizza and Rotisserie. Yep, you heard right...Pizza and Rotisserie. A neighborhood spot where you can get spicy with eclectic combinations like our BBQ Chicken Pizza adorned with melted cheddar, jalapeño pesto and charred corn or try our juicy Red Bird Chicken with an array of comforting sides and flavorful sauces. At Doughbird, you'll discover a new irresistible favorite. So, savor a fun family dinner any night of the week, or grab a bite & sip on a cocktail at happy hour daily, any which way, you will always find your flavor.

9. Wren & Wolf

4.7

Exceptional(2516)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Phoenix

Booked 86 times today

Welcome to the Downtown Phoenix hotspot blending craft cocktail bar and chef driven kitchen into one distinct dining experience. At night, gather your pack and experience a vibrant dinner setting full of striking design, rich materials and taxidermy. Located in the middle of bustling downtown and just steps away from AZ Federal Theater and Footprint Center, Wren & Wolf is the perfect destination for a pre game gathering or big night out before a show. For the early birds, make grabbing your morning coffee and fresh baked pastry a part of your daily ritual or join the Valleys other movers and shakers for a power meeting during breakfast or lunch. From inventive steakhouse fare to thoughtfully elevated comfort food, Wren & Wolf is redefining dining in Downtown Phoenix.

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10. Phoenix City Grille

4.9

Exceptional(2439)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Central Phoenix

Booked 11 times today

Phoenix City Grille is a central Phoenix institution, having opened in 1997. Nestled in the heart of the Madison neighborhood at 16th street and Bethany Home Road, Phoenix City Grille was built in the style of the old town tavern. It's a comfortable place for meeting friends where you can count on delicious food at reasonable prices. Whether gathering with friends for happy hour, meeting clients for a business lunch, treating your special someone to a romantic dinner, or entertaining any sized group in our private dining room, Phoenix City Grille is a great destination.Find out why people from all over the valley visit this cozy neighborhood spot.

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Sterling
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very delicious! Quality food. Can’t go wrong sitting inside or outside during the fall and winter.
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Richardson's Cuisine of New MexicoPrice: Moderate• Southwest• North Central Phoenix
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4.7
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EileenVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •29 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The new owners have dialed in the food and it was very good. The service was a bit scattered and hectic as the servers were trying to get to everyone. It was not a relaxed atmoshere. We felt rushed. There was a large party of 16-20 people who were very loud and that added to the hectic environment. Next time we'll ask for a table somewhere in a corner or outside.
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Malee's Thai Bistro on Main Price: Moderate• Thai• Central Scottsdale
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4.1
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RobinVIP
Chicago / Illinois •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was delicious. Service was very good. Got hamburger and baked sweet potato. All very tasty.
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Pinnacle GrillePrice: Moderate• American• North Scottsdale
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4.6
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Lisa
Phoenix / Arizona •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 13, 2024
This was such a find! The service, was excellent and the menu was so unique and freshly made. More than impressed by ambiance and style of Mexican cuisine.
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Chico Malo - PhoenixPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Central Phoenix
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4.6
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ChadVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 11, 2024
Another great experience. Love the “back” patio area, cool night with heaters going. Enjoyed the food and thanks to our server Taylor!
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Craft 64 - ChandlerPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Chandler
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4.6

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96 restaurants available nearby

1. Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix

2. Doughbird - North Central

3. The Henry - Phoenix

4. PYRO

5. Sandfish Sushi and Whiskey

6. Blanco Cocina + Cantina – Biltmore Fashion Park

7. Ocotillo

8. Doughbird - Arcadia

9. Wren & Wolf

10. Phoenix City Grille

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