Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Mount Vernon Triangle

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonBethesdaCapitol HillChevy Chase

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

235 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown restaurant

1. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

4.4

Awesome(10481)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 149 times today

Walking distance to many of DC’s historic landmarks, Founding Farmers & Distillers offers a diverse menu including dishes inspired by nearby Chinatown and cocktails featuring our in-house distillery, Founding Spirits. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes & drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch, or grab a cup of house-roasted coffee and breakfast treat from our First Bake Cafe. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday

2. Bar Chinois

4.7

Exceptional(638)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Shaw

Booked 55 times today

Bar Chinois is recognized for its constantly-evolving Chinese menu and French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Recent accolades include being listed in the Michelin Dining Guide USA, the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, Modern Luxury DC Best of the City and 2024 RAMMY Award Winner for Best Bar in DC.Located in Mount Vernon Triangle, Bar Chinois is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and Union Station. We offer happy hour specials Tuesday-Sunday from 5 pm-7 pm and a bottomless brunch on weekends.If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience with great food, drink and service, we would love to host you!

3. RPM Italian - DC

4.7

Exceptional(4616)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 142 times today

Located in Washington, D.C.’s Mount Vernon neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly

A photo of DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYA restaurant

4. DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYA

4.5

Awesome(2136)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Penn Quarter

Booked 22 times today

Please be advised that the reservation is for the Izakaya on the second floor and not the ramen shop on the first floor. The ramen menu is not available at the Izakaya. The Izakaya, located on the second floor of Daikaya, is a casual restaurant that serves Japanese comfort food to accompany a diverse selection of bar offerings. The izakaya experience is perfect for after work, before a big night out, as a full supper, or for late-night bites with friends. The cuisine is freestyle and adaptive in nature. Each izakaya in Japan puts its own touch on its menu items. The plates are typically small so that one can sample many different items.

5. Mandu - K Street

4.6

Exceptional(672)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Korean • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 14 times today

Mandu is so excited to invite you back into our home! We ask that you please review our updated policies before your reservation.We will now be offering limited tables on our patio along with limited tables inside in the dining room. Due to our limited tables to maintain a safe and comfortable environment guests will be given a 90 min window from the start of their reservation regardless of tardiness. Our patio is open based on weather and patio tables are non reservable. When the patio is open all patio tables are available on a first come first serve basis. We hope you are staying healthy and safe, and we look forward to hosting you!

6. Momo

4.1

Excellent(59)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Korean • Navy Yard

Booked 7 times today

Award Winning KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN Is fully open for Dine In.

7. SHIA Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(99)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 10 times today

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.**Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed, and his availability is not given to the team or guests.**

A photo of Caruso's Grocery - DC restaurant

8. Caruso's Grocery - DC

4.8

Exceptional(1239)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill

Booked 49 times today

Please note that we are not offering Restaurant Week at our DC location. Located at 914 14th Street SE in Washington, DC.Caruso’s Grocery is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: red banquettes, a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.

9. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4039)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 112 times today

Succotash PRIME is a progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. James Beard Award winner Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern Steakhouse menu.SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified, and passed from generation to generation for centuries. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South from our point of view.

A photo of Mi Vida Penn Quarter restaurant

10. Mi Vida Penn Quarter

4.5

Awesome(449)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Penn Quarter

Booked 44 times today

“Mi Vida” translates to “My Life.” However, in Mexico, “Mi Vida” means much more. “Mi Vida” is a term of endearment bestowed on close family and friends to signify love, care and importance. When one says, “Mi Vida,” they are telling someone special how much they mean to them. MI VIDA describes how we feel about our team and our guests. It is our expression of Mexican culture and cuisine as interpreted through the lens of Chef Roberto Santibañez. Our menu is rooted in the history and culinary tradition of Mexico while exploring the ever-changing boundaries of this vibrant and evolving cuisine.

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KenVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always an excellent experience no matter which of their restaurants we dine at.
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Bistro AracosiaPrice: Moderate• Afghan• Palisades Northwest
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4.8
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KipnCandiVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Grabbed a bite to eat after a Caps game. Great everything. Margaritas are small and pricey for the portion. But overall a great place to pre/post game.
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Mi Vida Penn QuarterPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Penn Quarter
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4.5
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LoriVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •24 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Excellent food and service for our large party! Oysters were great! Everyone enjoyed this restaurant lively but not too loud!
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The Salt Line - Navy YardPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Navy Yard
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4.4
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SteveO
Washington, D.C. Area •9 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
The food was delicious but the service was slow. We waited a half hour before we received our drinks. I had to ask twice for our check because we had an event in the area.
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EthiopicPrice: Moderate• Ethiopian• H Street Corridor
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4.9
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ErisVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 16, 2025
We travel from Potomac, MD to eat at Mala Tang. The food is authentic, delicious and an experience. We love to do the hot pot when we have a large group as we can all share the proteins and veggies to put inside. When we are a smaller group we love the dry pot. The vegetables they offer are very fresh and unique. The service is always top notch and the price is very reasonable. We can't wait to go back!
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Mala TangPrice: Expensive• Asian• Arlington
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4.5

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