Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Chevy Chase

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1. Pisco y Nazca Bethesda

4.6

Exceptional(104)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Bethesda

Booked 74 times today

Exciting news for food lovers in Maryland! Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar is coming to Bethesda, in a new prime location that’s packed with personality and soul.Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar adds a modern twist to traditional Peruvian cuisine. Inspired by Peru’s top ceviche eateries, this Miami restaurant serves up bold-flavored dishes, unique cocktails and a vast selection of local and international beers. Our vibrant bar with open kitchen views is the perfect spot for sipping, socializing and savoring our crazy good ceviche. Come to experience a celebration of good eats and good times for brunch, lunch, dinner or happy hour.Looking for the perfect venue? Plan your next event at the best ceviche bar this side of the Andes. Call today and ask about our private dining options.

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2. Corella Café & Lounge

4.3

Awesome(37)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Bethesda

Corella Café and Lounge features an all-day café experience with a focus on gourmet coffee, fresh pastries and made to order breakfast entrees. At lunch, Corella offers a unique rotisserie experience consisting of made to order salads and sandwiches with fast grab and go service as well as sit down dinning in our amazing open restaurant concept. In the evening, the lounge offers signature cocktails, local craft beers and carefully curated wines in our one of kind space. Enjoy small plates, flatbreads and entrees inside in or outside on our patio. Located in the heart of Downtown Bethesda Corella Café and Lounge offers customers a crafted and inspired dining experience. Take out dinning coming soon to Corella Café and Lounge.

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3. Chercher Ethiopian Cuisine

4.7

Exceptional(131)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Ethiopian • Bethesda

Booked 3 times today

Chercher Ethiopian Cuisine is one of the best Ethiopian restaurants in the heart of Washington DC offering a fun-filled, casual dining experience! Cherecher strives to always serve you fresh and affordable Ethiopian cuisine. This is what our customers say about us.

4. Delhi Spice

4.7

Exceptional(59)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Bethesda

Booked 2 times today

India has always been known as a land of spices and Asia’s largest spice market is in Delhi!! Join us as we take you through an aromatic journey of both local and exotic spices blended with the labor of love and effort put into each of our dishes, we try to bring diverse flavors of Delhi to you through the spices used to create our signature dishes.

5. PLANTA, Bethesda

4.5

Awesome(149)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vegan • Bethesda

Booked 2 times today

Under Chef David Lee, PLANTA is dining as it should be- an un-guilty pleasure. Created in 2016, PLANTA is a celebration of delicious and innovative plant-based cuisine served in a beautifully designed space, without pretension and with an overflow of good vibes. PLANTA Bethesda offers signatures like Ahi Watermelon Nigiri and Bang Bang Broccoli while expanding on the plant-powered menu, offering even more in the way of Sushi, Pizza, sustainably-crafted cocktails, and more. PLANTA reimagines and reinvents plant-based dining, providing flavorful (and fun) proof the the power of plants can change the world.For Parties larger the 8, please contact hellobethesda@plantahq.comGETTING HERE: The closest private garage is just next to restaurant and can be entered from ELM Street. We are also a 5 minute walk from Bethesda Metro (Red Line)

6. Tikka Masala

4.5

Awesome(49)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Bethesda

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Tikka Masala, an Indian Cuisine Restaurant located in Bethesda. Maryland. Dishes are prepared by our Indian chefs in a hygienic manner with fresh ingredients. A place where a comfortable, relaxing environment provided to our customers.

7. Barrel & Crow

4.6

Exceptional(1676)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bethesda

Booked 15 times today

Barrel and Crow: A Contemporary Approach to Regional cuisine. Our Chef-driven restaurant relies solely on locally sourced produce and proteins. We utilizes these seasonal ingredients in preparing refined yet familiar comfort food. House made pastas and charcuterie offered every evening. Chef is always anxious to modify menu items to fit any dietary restrictions. Gluten, Vegetarian, Vegan and Dairy allergies are no problem. Pastry Chef Justin Roche dessert menu offers guests a selection of traditional desserts with a contemporary twist. Eclectic wine list which focuses on small production, boutique wines. A selection of 48 bourbons, extensive beer list with offerings from the top breweries in the Mid-Atlantic region. Full bar, seasonal cocktail menu and a wide selection of small batch spirits. Bottomless Mimosas are offered Saturday and Sunday Brunch. Owner-Laura Houlihan

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8. Clyde's of Chevy Chase

4.6

Exceptional(5105)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Friendship Heights

Booked 41 times today

Clyde's of Chevy Chase, nestled in the heart of Chevy Chase, Maryland, is renowned for its classic American cuisine and elegant yet welcoming atmosphere. Its menu emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients, showcasing a variety of dishes from seafood to steaks and innovative salads. Clyde's also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list, perfect for pairing with any meal. Exceptional service and a warm, inviting ambiance make Clyde's of Chevy Chase the perfect place for a memorable dining experience for any occasion. Indoor and outdoor seating available with lunch, dinner, brunch, late night, and raw bar service.

9. Thip Khao

4.8

Exceptional(36)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Laotian • Columbia Heights / Brightwood

Booked 46 times today

Thip Khao is acclaimed chef Seng Luangrath's flagship restaurant in Columbia Heights, Washington, DC. Thip Khao serves up spicy Lao (or Laotian) dishes and classic cocktails with an exotic twist. Lao cuisine leverages tropical herbs and cooking techniques of Southeast Asia. However, the flavor profile is distinct from its fellow SE Asian countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Dishes like Naem Khao (Crispy Rice Salad), Sai Oua (lemongrass pork sausage), Laab, and Tam Muk Houng (Lao papaya salad) at Thip Khao showcase the unique flavors of Laos. Many dishes are served with sticky rice. Chef Seng recommends eating sticky rice with your hands as most Laotians do. Since its opening, the restaurant has been well received by Washingtonians and critics alike. The restaurant has had national recognition from multiple publications including New York Times, Washington Post, Bon Apetit magazine, Washingtonian magazine, and Michelin Guide (Bib Gourmand).

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10. Sushiko - Chevy Chase

4.9

Exceptional(1898)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Chevy Chase

Booked 31 times today

OPEN FOR DINE IN, CARRY OUT & DELIVERYLUNCH : Thusday - Sunday 12 - 2:30 PMDINNER : Tuesday - Sunday 5 - 9:30 PM Monday - ClosedWE ARE OFFERING CARRYOUT AND DOORDASH THROUGH OUR WEBSITE. You may place your orders online at:Sushiko's Website: www.sushikorestaurants.com (please note we do not accept orders over the phone.)Door Dash: https://www.doordash.com/store/sushiko-bethesda-989031/1475147/en-US/?preview=1The Japanese culinary tradition is one of the strongest in the world, and like any art form, it has no limit. Using the finest ingredients available, our constantly evolving menu provides an experience that is unique to Sushiko. Our approach focuses on tradition as an art form instead of a rule book. To ensure a truly first-class dinning experience, executive chef Piter Tjan keep his eyes and minds open to new ingredients and techniques, without losing sight of the preparation and showmanship at the soul of japanese tradition.

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MarkVIP
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A wonderful example of a great kitchen in a neighborhood restaurant.
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Bistro AracosiaPrice: Moderate• Afghan• Palisades Northwest
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4.9
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ScottVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •47 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food, drinks and service were excellent as usual. As we have written before the music is way too loud with a really heavy beat to carry on normal conversation. As we have also written regularly, the hallway to the bathrooms is much too dark and dangerous with very limited light and the dip in the floor. The hallway needs more light.
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Mi Vida Penn QuarterPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Penn Quarter
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4.5
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HollyVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Loved this place . Definitely going back with my friends and family
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Sisters ThaiPrice: Expensive• Thai• Tysons
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4.5
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Mike
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I had a great time at the place, it was my birthday today and they were so nice and welcoming
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The Salt Line - Navy YardPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Navy Yard
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4.5
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DanielleVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 6, 2025
The chicken tikka masala and shrimp curry are absolutely delicious! I definitely also recommend the garlic naan!
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Delhi SpicePrice: Moderate• Indian• Bethesda
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4.7

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