Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Elmhurst

475 restaurants available nearby

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1. Central Park Boathouse

4.6

Exceptional(921)

Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Upper East Side

Booked 79 times today

Dine with us in the beautifully updated restaurant that reimagines the Boathouse's iconic history and charm. Reviving old traditions and making new ones – we’ve got something for everybody.Monday - FridayLUNCH: 12pm -5pmSaturday & SundayBRUNCH: 11am - 5pmIn addition, our outdoor Express Cafe, is open daily from 8am to 5pm. *For parties of 10 or more: please contact us at info@centralparkboathouse.com **Please Note** Our restaurant is located inside of Central Park, which means all guests must arrive on foot, there is no parking at our property. The closest entrance and cross streets are 72nd street and 5th Ave.

2. Ophelia

4.2

Awesome(1481)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown East

Booked 64 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.

3. Cecily

4.7

Exceptional(103)

Price: Expensive

• American • Greenpoint

Booked 11 times today

We are three New York hospitality industry veterans, and Cecily is our Greenpoint home. Originally conceived during the pandemic as a mission-driven neighborhood restaurant with a deep and thoughtful wine list, where we could provide our employees meaningful profit sharing and ownership, and our guests incredible service. Cecily values a sense of place and neighborhood, delicious sustainable food, and responsible stewardship in our community.

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4. Nami Nori - Williamsburg

4.9

Exceptional(21)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Williamsburg

Booked 35 times today

Nami Nori is a casual, award. winning, temaki bar specializing in open-style sushi hand rolls. Our menu features signature temaki, including crunchy varieties, as well as takes on the classics and a special vegan section. The open-style temaki allows guests to enjoy a wide variety of flavors, in each fun-to-eat, visually tempting bite.We also serve Japanese-inspired snacks and appetizers, along with a selection of beer, sake and wine, available on tap and by the bottle. Nami Nori is a casual yet elegant temaki bar offering guests a unique sushi dining experience in Williamsburg. Coming from the rarified Japanese restaurants in which they trained, partners Taka Sakaeda, Jihan Lee and Lisa Limb envisioned Nami Nori to be a more inclusive place that balances accessibility with a dedication to quality and creativity with a respect for traditional techniques.Nami Nori is a place to share with friends, old and new.

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5. Crave Fishbar Upper East

4.6

Exceptional(65)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Upper East Side

Booked 40 times today

Crave Fishbar—NYC’s first 100% sustainable seafood restaurant—is home to the #Oystergram Happy Hour, NYC’s best oyster happy hour deal. At home in Midtown East, Upper East Side and Upper West Side we serve creative seafood in an upscale neighborhood setting, complete with warm hospitality. Global flavors and innovative preparations highlight our sustainable seafood, heritage meats, and organic produce. Our raw bar features a daily selection of east and west coast oysters, sometimes up to twenty varieties each night. For business dinners, special occasions, and dining out just-because, we’re here to serve you a sustainable and memorable meal.

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6. Flex Mussels - UES

4.6

Exceptional(2778)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Upper East Side

Booked 45 times today

Direct importers of mussels from Prince Edward Island and oysters that taste like you're kissing the sea.

7. Lips NYC

4.8

Exceptional(1669)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Turtle Bay

Booked 23 times today

LIPS has been NYC's ULTIMATE in Drag Dining for almost 30 years! Dinner, Drinks & Fabulous Drag Shows nightly, plus Brunch on Sat & Sun.Enjoy a great meal & cocktails served up by over that top drag queens. DIFFERENT SHOWS WEDNESDAY thru SUNDAY!Wed: Wacky WednesdaysThur: The Divas ShowFri: Glitz & Glam Dinner ShowsSat: All You Can Drink Dragalicious Brunch, Glitz & Glam Dinner Shows plus the LATE NIGHT Dirty Show (18+ ONLY)Sun: Broadway Brunch & The Diva's Show-PRICES, MINIMUMS & COVERS BY NIGHT-WED, THUR & SUN, $20 Food Min + $15 Cover | FRI $59 Dinner Show Package (drinks additional) |SAT 6 ($59) & 8:30pm PRIME TIME Show ($69) Dinner Show Package (drinks additional) | SAT 11:00 DIRTY SHOW, 2 Drink Min + $15 Cover (18+ TO ENTER & 21+ TO DRINK) GOVT ID REQUIRED -ALL ID'S WILL BE CHECKED! |SAT & SUN - $47 All You Can Drink Brunch & Show |(8.875% tax & 20% suggested tip additional) --Age: 18+

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8. Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue

4.5

Awesome(526)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Midtown East

Booked 57 times today

Located on the lively corner of 52nd Street and 2nd Avenue, Rosa Mexicano offers a fun dining experience in midtown east. The Second Avenue location features iconic design elements, like the cobalt blue wall featuring Acapulco divers in energetic dining rooms, festive bar, private dining space and ample outdoor seating. known for tableside guacamole service and creative margaritas, Rosa Mexicano offers a fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine, serving both beloved classics and sophisticated dishes in a fun atmosphere. Our beverage program boasts over 100 varieties of tequila and agave-based spirits, and our signature Latin hospitality is delivered with warmth and professionalism. A destination born of a unique vision, at Rosa Mexicano you will experience upscale dining that honors Mexican heritage, culinary techniques, and the global explorations and inspirations of our founder, Josefina Howard, who was a world traveler, entrepreneur, interior designer, chef, and innovator.

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9. La Pecora Bianca - Midtown

4.8

Exceptional(1105)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Midtown East

Booked 2 times today

La Pecora Bianca ("the white sheep") offers an unforgettable Italian dining experience in NYC, ideal for private dining, brunch, and takeout. Our menu showcases authentic Italian flavors with house-made pastas, like our signature rigatoni vodka and tagliatelle bolognese, alongside delicious pizzas-all crafted daily with fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. Join us for brunch, where Italian favorites meet modern tastes, or unwind with spritzes, negronis, and La Pecora Rosa organic rosé during aperitivo hour. Whether you're dining in our stylish space or enjoying our dishes at home, we bring the best of Italian cuisine to every meal.

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10. San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina

4.7

Exceptional(401)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Upper East Side

Booked 13 times today

At San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina located in the Upper East Side of New York City, guests enjoy authentic Neapolitan pizzas, panuozzi and other Italian favorites. Panuozzi, which is made with charred pizza dough that is folded over and stuffed with tasty ingredients, is growing in popularity, especially in the New York City pizzeria scene. San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina has mastered this unique dish with its selection of panuozzi. Because San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina is open until 11 p.m., it is a suitable place for late-night meals with family or friends. Sip on a glass of red or white wine while partaking in popular menu items like the pancetta panuozzo, which features dry-cured pancetta, provolone cheese, black pepper and artichokes, and the Diavola pizza, which is topped with fresh basil, homemade mozzarella, spicy soppressata and parmigiano reggiano.

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Randivip
New York City •70 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The bar was a bit disappointing - avg drinks and $13 for a mocktail was too much! Saving grace are the mussels and frites. Huge mussels and oh so tasty. Should have skipped the lobster roll. Excellent staff.
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Flex Mussels - UESPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Upper East Side
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4.6
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yasmin
Miami - Dade •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 27, 2024
Loved the food - seating was a bit awkward. Nice service.
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Bua Thai Ramen & Robata GrillPrice: Moderate• Thai• Upper East Side
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4.2
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New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
Great place for date night and the food is amazing
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11 TigersPrice: Expensive• Japanese• East Village
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4.9
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vincevip
New York City •51 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 25, 2024
Best Indian food in Yorkville. Would definitely repeat.
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OM Real Indian FoodPrice: Moderate• Indian• Upper East Side
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4.3
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New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 2, 2024
Love the food, ambiance! Just perfect! Will definitely be back!
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Skinny's Cantina - LICPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Long Island City
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4.4

Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Elmhurst

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475 restaurants available nearby

1. Central Park Boathouse

2. Ophelia

3. Cecily

4. Nami Nori - Williamsburg

5. Crave Fishbar Upper East

6. Flex Mussels - UES

7. Lips NYC

8. Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue

9. La Pecora Bianca - Midtown

10. San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina

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