Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Southeast Houston

126 restaurants available nearby

1. Late August

4.3

Awesome(75)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown

Booked 16 times today

The Late August name derives from the joyful time of year when the Sears catalog would arrive at your doorstep, bringing a deep desire and wonderment to all who would receive it and begin feverishly circling the items that would hopefully arrive for Christmas.Our restaurant, set in the previous Historic Downtown Sears building, seeks to bring that same wonder to guests through its atmosphere, service, and cuisine. Echoing the mission of Lucille's Hospitality, which is committed to “Serving the Past, Feeding the Future,” Late August’s menu explores the culinary heritages of Chef Chris Williams and Chef Sergio Hidalgo by bringing the dishes and flavors from both their youths and the experiences to date creating a culturally culinary celebration.

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2. Drake's Hollywood - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(126)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Montrose

Booked 67 times today

An Old Hollywood party - dry-aged steaks & cold martinis *Drake's Hollywood accepts reservations for parties of 7 or less. For parties of 8+ please contact houston@drakeshollywood.com. Happy Hour is available weekdays 4pm to 6pm and 9pm-C in the bar. Children under the age of 6 years of old are not permitted

3. Street To Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(824)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • East End

Booked 32 times today

Enjoy unapologetically authentic Thai food in the East End. All food is made from scratch by native Thai chef and James Beard Award winner for Best Chef: Texas Benchawan Jabthong Painter.Chef Benchawan and her husband—who also spend time in their Bangkok home each year—have painstakingly built out a restaurant that would fit into Bangkok’s hip Thong Lor neighborhood, but they have located it in Houston. Expect trendy Thai vibes, music, strong cocktails and an adventurous wine list to accompany Chef Benchawan’s acclaimed dishes.The largest party Street to Kitchen can accommodate is 6 people. If more than 6, you can arrange a private Thai tasting menu, including a minimum spend. please contact us via email at eatthai@streettokitchen.org Thai tasting menus can also be made available for smaller parties if confirmed at least one week before via the same email.

4. Lucille's

4.4

Awesome(2356)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Museum District

Booked 57 times today

Nestled in a 1920s mission-style home in the heart of Houston’s Museum District, Lucille's specializes in well-refined Southern cuisine with infusions of international techniques and flavors. The restaurant serves as a tribute to the culinary tradition began by Executive Chef & Owner Chris Williams’ great-grandmother, Lucille B. Smith, who was a culinary pioneer and successful entrepreneur who founded her own food corporation. Today, the Lucille’s team continues to pay homage to their namesake by replicating some of her most famous recipes while embellishing others to create innovative takes on Southern food classics.

5. Graffiti

4.7

Exceptional(299)

Price: Moderate

• American • Montrose

Booked 20 times today

An intimate all-day kitchen and bar inspired by the diverse Californian food scene and the “less is more” beachside lifestyle, Graffiti offers the rich coastal flavors of Mexico, the Big Sur region, the Mediterranean, and more. With only a handful of raw dishes, Graffiti's name comes from the creativity, originality, and inclusivity of street art – reflected in the approachability of its menu – presenting high quality ingredients in a relaxed package. Whether you stay for 30 minutes or for 3 hours, our selection of salads, pastas, proteins, crudos, caviar, frozen + craft cocktails, natural wines, sake, ice cold beer, and cold-pressed juices will transport you to a getaway state of mind – and keep you coming back for more. Join us for Happy Hour & Weekend Brunch, visit www.graffitiraw.com for details.Complimentary valet parking available, ask your server for validation when you dine. For parties of 8+ looking to dine with us, please email info@graffitiraw.com

6. MF Sushi

4.9

Exceptional(1662)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Museum District

Booked 35 times today

We are now offering Omakase reservations Tuesday-Wednesday at 7:00 pm, Friday at 7:30 pm. Please contact us directly at (713) 637-4587 for Omakase reservations and large party reservations.

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7. Hudson House - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(386)

Price: Moderate

• American • River Oaks

Booked 69 times today

With its East Coast-inspired “old-school casual” design and menu, Hudson House offers straightforward, timeless American dishes for lunch and dinner. Oysters are flown in daily and are best paired with their legendary “World’s Coldest Martinis."

8. Aiko

4.9

Exceptional(287)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park

Booked 33 times today

Chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee have over 25 years of combined experience in Japanese cuisine and sushi. They established their culinary careers in Houston where they worked together for years before creating their own restaurants.Pham and Lee teamed up to bring new curated dining concepts to Houston’s food scene and kicked off a series of omakase pop-up dinners called Secret Taste. Pham and Lee then opened Kokoro in the Bravery Chef Hall in Downtown Houston followed by Handies Douzo in the Houston Heights.Aiko is the newest concept from the team featuring a sushi bar and seated dining.

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9. La Griglia - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(2753)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 55 times today

La Griglia continues its tradition of a true Houston staple at our new address, 2817 W Dallas Street. La Griglia’s menu is a blend of signature dishes with new creations featuring simple, uncomplicated ingredients elegantly presented. A significant portion of our exceptional ingredients are sourced from Italy and act as inspiration for the new offerings. With a striking, modern look and feel, La Griglia features sleek finishes such as marble and brass juxtaposed by the warmth of supple leathers and crisp white tablecloths. The restaurant includes an intimate main dining room, a wine room, and an expansive courtyard and bar for dining and cocktails, allowing for guests to experience a range of environments based on the occasion.As a courtesy to all our guests, we maintain a business casual dress code. No beachwear, gym attire, hats, baseball caps, shorts, flip flops, or athletic apparel is allowed. Admittance is at the discretion of management.

10. Októ

4.5

Awesome(66)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Montrose

Booked 34 times today

Welcome to Októ, where Mediterranean flavors and vibrant ambiance converge. Named after the Greek word for "eight," Októ offers an upbeat atmosphere with a jazzy bar featuring exclusive spirits. Our menu, crafted by Sof chefs Yotam Dolev and Hai Avnaim, showcases innovative, nutritious dishes inspired by Greece, Spain, and the Levant.Guests can enjoy a seasonal selection of approximately a dozen shareable plates, reflecting the rich culinary traditions of the Mediterranean. Complementing the food, our bar serves a curated wine list and a range of classic and creative craft cocktails. Októ is designed for communal dining, making each visit a memorable celebration of Mediterranean cuisine and culture.

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larry
Houston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had a great birthday lunch with a friend. The lunch tasting menu was a fantastic way to sample a few courses, each of which was really tasty. Will definitely be back.
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Street To KitchenPrice: Expensive• Thai• East End
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4.7
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Tram
Houston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My 2 girlfriends & I had an amazing dinner experience. It was our first time dining at Makiin. The minute we walked in the door, the atmosphere felt warm & inviting— beautifully decorated. To start, we all ordered some mango cocktails, as recommended by our friendly & courteous waitress (Nan), which was very delicious. We then ordered 3 appetizers (papaya salad, fried dumplings & some other fried flat bread (?), 3 main dishes (shrimp drunken noodles, pumpkin & chicken curry, and mussels) to share, along with a sweet rice & mango dessert. The pumpkin & chicken curry and shrimp drunken noodles were the 2 star dishes for us. We plan to return.
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MaKiinPrice: Very Expensive• Thai• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
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4.4
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OpenTable Diner
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Musaafer is a unique experience...exquisite food; beautiful furnishings; attentive service. sections of the restaurant convey an old-school men's club vibe. other sections offer dining within curtained privacy. one doesn't dine at Musaafer if cost is a consideration. this restaurant is a cut way above any Indian food venue in Houston and is well worth the price. I appreciated being told that an automatic 20% gratuity is added to every bill. Staff is quite pleased with the newly awarded Michelin Star. well deserved!
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MusaaferPrice: Very Expensive• Indian• Galleria / Uptown
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4.8
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Keithvip
Houston •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great food, drinks and service. Always enjoy eating at Pico's.
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Arnaldo Richards' PicosPrice: Expensive• Regional Mexican• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
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4.8
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Joseph
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
First time trying this place and I loved it, very good food.
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The Rustic Houston Uptown ParkPrice: Moderate• American• Westside
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4.4

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126 restaurants available nearby

1. Late August

2. Drake's Hollywood - Houston

3. Street To Kitchen

4. Lucille's

5. Graffiti

6. MF Sushi

7. Hudson House - River Oaks

8. Aiko

9. La Griglia - Houston

10. Októ

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