Best Spicy Food Restaurants in Center City

116 restaurants available nearby

1. El Vez

4.7

Exceptional(6465)

$$$$

• Mexican / Southwestern • Center City

Booked 82 times today

A contemporary Mexican restaurant, El Vez offers many unique items such as mahi mahi tacos, ahi tuna tostadas, carne asada and pasilla braised pork pozole. Enjoy their made-to-order guacamole & margaritas with fresh-squeezed juices. Top off your meal with "The El Vez," a flourless chocolate cake, peanut butter mousse and carmelized bananas.

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2. Ocean Prime - Philadelphia

4.6

Exceptional(5393)

$$$$

• Seafood • Center City

Booked 46 times today

Located in Philadelphia's Center City, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, modern American restaurant & lounge from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Stunning settings, an impressive menu of seafood & steaks, and genuine hospitality make Ocean Prime the ideal place to socialize, talk business, celebrate & indulge. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed in the following:Revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language, graphics or an excessive marijuana odor We are happy to host larger groups. A 20% gratuity will be applied to parties of six or more. Parties of eight or more will be contractually held to a minimum spend and are required to provide a deposit.

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3. Estia - Philadelphia

4.8

Exceptional(7943)

$$$$

• Greek • Center City

Booked 50 times today

The stunning restaurant, which is first of its kind in Philadelphia, will transport guests to the Greek Islands with an atmosphere reminiscent of an inviting Mediterranean home & a menu of authentic specialties, simply prepared, that represent the best of Greek cuisine. The restaurant specializes in whole grilled fish which are flown in from the Greek Islands, the shores of Morocco, Tunisia, & Portugal. Guests are able to choose from Estia’s expansive display & watch chefs cook their fish to perfection over a charcoal grill in the sparkling open kitchen.

4. Aqimero

4.4

Awesome(935)

$$$$

• Contemporary Latin • Center City

Booked 17 times today

Situated in the lobby of The Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia, Aqimero offers the chance to unwind while savoring wood-fired grill flavors. Expect nothing short of excellence from acclaimed chef and Aqimero restaurateur Richard Sandoval. Our kitchen features wood-burning grill and Latin-inspired notes that enhance the tastes of an eclectic menu, while a stunning atmosphere encourages guest-to-guest connections over shareable plates and carefully crafted cocktails. It is our pleasure to serve residents and visitors alike in a relaxed setting where memorable dishes are expertly executed and stylishly served.

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5. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1420)

$$$$

• Italian • Center City

Booked 57 times today

For parties of 5 or larger, please contact the restaurant directly by visiting www.grancaffelaquila.com or calling 215.568.5600Authentic Italian Restaurant, Caffe, Bar, Luxury Italian Market, & Italian Culture School. The culinary and wine program is based on all 20 regions of Italy including wine, cocktail, and beer selections crafted by award winning culinary and wine director Riccardo Longo. The experience also featuring Gelato from the Italian Gelato Champion Maestro Stefano Biasini as well as award winning coffee roasted in house. Private events including Lunch, Dinner, Apertivo, and Tasting Menus designed to each groups desires. Best of Philly Readers Choice Best Italian Restaurant Winner and Gambero Rosso rated Top Italian Restaurants in the world; Featuring an expertly trained staff and authentic environment.

6. Sueno

4.1

Excellent(504)

$$$$

• Traditional Mexican • Center City

Booked 27 times today

Sueno, Craft Concepts Group's newest location from Teddy Sourias! Extensive tequila selection, exceptional margaritas, and traditional Mexican street food inspired menu. We are located next to our seasonal popup Tinsel/Nightmare before Tinsel.Please keep in mind that we only allow a certain amount of reservations to keep room for our walk up customers. We want to do our best to welcome as many of you as we can!

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7. Charlie was a sinner.

4.7

Exceptional(2303)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • Center City

Booked 34 times today

Charlie was a sinner. is located in beautiful Midtown Village Philadelphia. Charlie specializes in tapas-style small plates, served until 11:00PM daily. In addition, Charlie has a collective list of strong craft cocktails.

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8. Pietro's Italian - Walnut

4.6

Exceptional(1652)

$$$$

• Italian • Center City

Booked 22 times today

Pizza is a family affair for me. My Uncle arrived in America in the 1930s with a passion for pizza. He worked hard and eventually bought his own pizzeria in Brooklyn. It was there that Uncle invented a recipe for coal oven pizza. That recipe has been perfected over 60 years and passed down through the generations.Here in Philadelphia you can dine at 2 Pietro's locations: 1714 Walnut Street, and Radnor, Pa. I hope that you enjoy our classic style pizzas and pasta specialties "alla familia" for many years to come. Buon appetito

9. Libertine

4.5

Awesome(740)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Center City

Booked 11 times today

Located in Midtown Village, Libertine is Derek Davis’s contribution to the Philadelphia food scene and celebrates the history and future of our great city. Chic, sophisticated and playful, the indoor dining and bar area with seasonal outdoor seating running along the entire length of the property at Spruce and 13th Streets. The contemporary American menu is planned seasonally around what is available and freshest at the markets and complimented by scratch specialty concoctions, 20 wines by the glass, and a significant handful of local craft beer. “Good Eating, Drinking and Fine Hospitality” is served every night of the week and brunch on the weekends.

10. Square 1682

4.5

Awesome(1964)

$$$$

• American • Center City

Booked 7 times today

Square 1682 is currently open for In-Door dining. Breakfast: Mon - Fri: 8am - 11amLunch: Mon - Fri: 11:30 - 2pmDinner: Tues-Thursday-5PM-10PMDinner: Friday & Saturday 5PM - 11PMBrunch: Saturday & Sunday- 8AM-2PM

Best Spicy Food Restaurants in Center City

Price

Cuisine (20 of 80)

116 restaurants available nearby

1. El Vez

2. Ocean Prime - Philadelphia

3. Estia - Philadelphia

4. Aqimero

5. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

6. Sueno

7. Charlie was a sinner.

8. Pietro's Italian - Walnut

9. Libertine

10. Square 1682

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