Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Historic South-Central

240 restaurants available nearby

1. Bestia

4.8

Exceptional(8290)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 140 times today

A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

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2. Katsuya - L.A. Live

4.5

Awesome(2813)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 57 times today

Katsuya is the Los Angeles Times Readers’ Choice "Best Sushi Restaurant" in Southern California and one of OpenTable's "50 Hottest Restaurants in the U.S." Featuring the dynamic pairing of Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi and design impresario Philippe Starck, Katsuya by Starck is truly a feast for the senses. With specialty cocktails, unique rolls and spectacular sushi and sashimi platters, Chef Uechi skillfully translates Japanese flavors to the American palate. Signature dishes include Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño and Miso-Marinated Black Cod. With superb talent and exacting precision, Katsuya by Starck is changing the face of Japanese cuisine.

3. Perch LA

4.6

Exceptional(11833)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Downtown

Booked 257 times today

Check-in is at the 15th Floor Host Stand*Outdoor seating is not guaranteed. *Large Party Tables 7 to 12 Guests are Inside Only Tables*All walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with valid ID.*Table reservations are limited to 90 minutes for parties of 2*Our dress code is Upscale Casual preferred.Proper attire is required. Presentable shirts, jeans or shorts are acceptable.The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 7 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.

4. CENTO

4.8

Exceptional(900)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Mid-City

Booked 59 times today

BREAKING THE MEDITERRANEAN MOLD. CENTO RESTAURANT IS INSPIRED BY THE MEDITERRANEAN AND LOCATED IN LOS ANGELES.

5. 71Above

4.6

Exceptional(5890)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 86 times today

Offering elevated modern American cuisine by Chef Javier Lopez, 71Above boasts breathtaking ocean views from Malibu to Laguna Hills, along with spectacular views of Los Angeles and the surrounding mountain ranges. 71Above is a Michelin level experience featuring the finest ingredients, world-class wine list and craft cocktails. The Restaurant and Skylounge have a Smart Casual dress code. Jackets are not required however, no hats, athletic wear, shorts or flip-flops are allowed. Reservations are held for 15 minutes.71Above features a 3 course Prix-Fixe menu for dinner only. We kindly ask all dining room guests to participate in the coursed menu. Please be aware, any seating requests are noted, but not guaranteed. WINDOW TABLES ARE NOT GUARANTEED. 18% service charge is added to all checks. Valet is available at 633 W. 5th Street or Self parking is available under the building at 633 W. Hope Place. $15 for 3 hours.

6. Antico Nuovo

4.7

Exceptional(875)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Hollywood

Booked 36 times today

Antico Nuovo is a restaurant nestled in "East Larchmont Village" that draws inspiration from the Italian countryside. The menu features Chef Chad Colby's ode to Italian ancient tradition and technique with hand-made pasta, wood-fired meats, vegetables, and fish. Curated and tailored to the menu, the wine program offers a deep dive into varietals from Italy and beyond.

7. Mrs. Fish

4.5

Awesome(1680)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 82 times today

A truly unique dining and cocktail experience nestled below the main level of the historic Pershing Square Building, in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Mrs. Fish is a subterranean Japanese restaurant lounge providing the perfect gathering place for after-work libations, pre-theater bites or full dining experiences. *Walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with ID*Valet Parking is offered Tuesday – Saturday for $13.00 Cash, $14 Credit Card. *Our Dress Code is Upscale Casual preferred. Presentable shirts, jeans, or shorts are acceptable.*We advise guests to arrive at the time of reservation to Check-in for table. We have a 15 minute grace period if guests are running late. The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 6 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.

8. Joyce

4.5

Awesome(543)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Joyce celebrates the essence of soulful Southern cuisine, spotlighting sustainable seafood and an exceptional raw bar. Our recipes reflect a heartfelt blend of flavors inspired by the coastal south. The menu features a a variety of small and large plates, inviting guests to enjoy in the spirit of a traditional southern table, where friends and family gather around for a shared dining experience. To complement our dishes, we curate a full wine list and zero-landfill cocktail program, blending innovation with a commitment to sustainability.

9. Cara Cara

4.7

Exceptional(1482)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 89 times today

From the golden daylight to the twinkling evening, all are welcome to experience the fresh bounty of Cara Cara. Chef Suzanne Goin’s seasonal menu showcases California’s best produce with her festive and irresistible rooftop fare. The expansive outdoor space features an elevated dining area with endless skyline views surrounded by a lushly landscaped lower lounge. Slip into one of the many cozy seating arrangements or sit by the fire pit and enjoy an innovative cocktail, wine, or beer paired by award-winning sommelier Caroline Styne.

10. Openaire

4.5

Awesome(2326)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Koreatown

Booked 48 times today

Native Angeleno, surfer and two-Michelin star chef Josiah Citrin brings a culinary vision built around California’s bounty from land and sea to Openaire. The menu and ingredients reflect the seasons and the interplay of cultural influences that define LA, serving in a lush greenhouse and tented garden oasis on the 2nd floor terrace at the LINE hotel, in the heart of K-Town.For inquiries of 10+ guests, please email us at: Openaire@TheLineHotel.com.

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Betty
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 19, 2024
The reservations were down but they welcomed us in. It wasn’t busy plenty of space. Our waitress was awesome and the other servers as well. As they came by to serve very helpful with our questions. We will be back. I was really hoping that Danny Trejo would have been there. But it’s okay we’ll be back awesome food awesome service thanks again.
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Trejo's CantinaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Hollywood
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4.2
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Reynaldo
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 2, 2024
Good service and good food. Worth trying! We celebrated my husband’s bday on a Sunday night. The host is very attentive. We enjoyed it!
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240 restaurants available nearby

1. Bestia

2. Katsuya - L.A. Live

3. Perch LA

4. CENTO

5. 71Above

6. Antico Nuovo

7. Mrs. Fish

8. Joyce

9. Cara Cara

10. Openaire

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