Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Leather District

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1. The Vermilion Club

4.6

Exceptional(184)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Experience fine dining in Boston at The Vermilion Club, perched on the mezzanine of The Connector at Winthrop Center. Open to the public, The Vermilion Club embodies a design-forward ethos conceptualized by Thomas Juul-Hansen, and is named after Dale Chihuly's masterpiece sculpture that crowns our 55-foot bar.Led by Chef John Fraser of Michelin-starred JF Restaurants, this modern chophouse redefines elegance with a menu featuring premium cuts, local Northeastern favorites, and bright coastal flavors.Immerse yourself in one of Boston’s most creative cocktail programs, curated by award-winning Beverage Director Amy Racine. With over 70 expertly crafted drinks, our list pays homage to timeless classics with inventive twists. Top off your experience with desserts from Chef Sofia Schlieben, like her famous large-format Stout Sticky Toffee Cake.If you’re looking for an upscale restaurant in Boston you’ll never forget, book your table or private party today.Welcome to the club.

2. Amber Road

4.5

Awesome(89)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District

Booked 5 times today

Amber Road, anchored in the center of Boston’s historic Financial District and within the beautiful Exchange at 100 Federal, the restaurant and lounge is downtown’s “It Place to Be.” Celebrate a good day at the office, mingle with colleagues, keep it business casual with an impressive power lunch, toast to success with fine wine & cocktails, or make yourself stand out by renting the space privately for corporate gatherings. The ambiance is the star here. The cozy & refined interior boasts a vibrant display kitchen with a signature rotisserie & wheel crank ovens, an ever present cherry blossom tree at its center, and a glistening 22-seat bar. The menu focuses on dynamic flavors from across the world, and a sophisticated yet fun beverage program has crafts and cocktails alike.

3. The Q Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(484)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Theater District

Booked 35 times today

Take a culinary tour through Asia at The Q. This restaurant serves a mix of classic Chinese, Japanese and Mongolian hotpot in upscale, hip surrounds that include a cozy lounge. Sift through a vast menu packed with hot pot specials, sushi and savory entrees. A popular neighborhood destination, The Q is a nice pick if you're in the mood for some pan-Asian cuisine. The restaurant's spacious interior plays well to small- and medium-sized groups.

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4. Fete Restaurant and lounge

4.6

Exceptional(170)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Beacon Hill

Booked 20 times today

Fete Restaurant and Lounge is located in the heart of downtown Boston. The meaning of Fete can be described in a few ways, such as "to celebrate or to party." Unlike your traditional restaurant atmosphere, the concept behind Fete is to introduce a "dinner party" environment. Fete is a place where you can sing along or get up and dance to your favorite song at any point during your visit. From our eclectic menu to our drinks, we want to embrace all ethnicities walking into our establishment. Our mission is provide you with a positive and memorable experience every time you visit.

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5. Chemist Cocktail Bar

3.8

Excellent(6)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • South Boston

Booked 5 times today

A modern lounge, serving inventive cocktails, wine, and beer — as well as late-lunch, dinner, and late-night eats. We also have some of the best DJs around setting the vibe nightly.

6. Kaia

4.7

Exceptional(117)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • South End

Booked 42 times today

At Kaia, we’re re-imagining the way food and culture blend into one along the shores of the Aegean. Honoring the timeless rituals of foraging, fishing and feasting, we let nature be our guide. Fresh, local, and seasonal, we’re committed to sourcing ingredients that capture the full essence of this palette. From briney crudos and caviar to herbaceous, whole-fish dishes, each plate reflects the purity of flavors born from wind and water.

7. Bricco

4.6

Exceptional(6248)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 115 times today

Bricco’s star has been rising steadily since restaurateur Frank DePasquale revamped the menu to feature modern interpretations of regional Italian dishes. Bricco has garnished superlative reviews from food writers in Boston and around the country – Best Guaranteed Meal in the North End and Best Pasta in Boston just two of the most recent accolades. The talented kitchen team creates “boutique” Italian food, so-called because it is unique, personal and created for a select and sophisticated diner. The food is complemented by an enoteca (wine bar) with an exceptional selection of all-Italian wines. Bricco also offers a sophisticated late night scene. The chic and energetic bar serves up great one of a kind cocktails as well as brick oven pizza with gourmet toppings such as prosciutto and fresh mozzarella from Italy in addition with appetizer selections.

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8. Row 34 - Seaport - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(2560)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Seaport

Booked 139 times today

We’re Row 34. If we could eat oysters and drink beer for every meal period, we probably would. Professionals Only.Our menu changes daily. Visit our website to take a look at our most up to date menus. Row 34 serves up a seafood-heavy menu in an industrial-inspired setting. Chef/Owner Jeremy Sewall's menu offers fish entrees and an extensive oyster selection, along with craft beers and an eclectic wine list. Classic comfort food side dishes round out the menu.Looking for another reservation? Visit one of our sister restaurants: Row 34 (Portsmouth, NH, Burlington, MA & Cambridge, MA).

9. Uni

4.6

Exceptional(2357)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Back Bay

Booked 32 times today

Serving inventive Japanese cuisine using the freshest seafood from Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji market and local New England fishermen, and borrowing influence from the streets of Tokyo, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok and Bangladesh, Uni is the evolution of Ken Oringer’s intimate sashimi bar of the same name, which expanded into the former Clio space in 2016. UNI is currently helmed by Executive Chef David Bazirgan.

10. Toro

4.6

Exceptional(197)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • South End

Booked 84 times today

Toro, in Boston, helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef, Ken Oringer, serves delectable Spanish tapas dishes in its contemporary and charming restaurant. The tortilla Española with a kale, egg, potato and onion omelet and the Boquerón's white anchovies in vinegar and olive oil make excellent pintxos starters. Some of Toro's most vibrant and delectable tapas plates include the chicken empanada de pollo with charred tomato salsa, the salt cod fritter croquettes de Bacalao with tempura lemon rings and the asado de huesos roasted bone marrow with oxtail marmalade. Equally inventive cocktails, such as the morning star with spicy gin, dark rum, citrus and ginger beer and the tinto de verano with red wine mixed with lemon-lime soda.Toro's weekend brunch plates include the salchicha y huevos jalapeno maple sausage, fried eggs and crispy potatoes and along with other plates, make it a prime brunch spot.

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Matt
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined today
This restaurant deserves all the love it gets. Truly warm hospitality, delicious food, and great cocktails.
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Comfort KitchenPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Dorchester
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4.7
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Brad
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a fantastic meal and service from the staff. With all of the great Italian options in the north end, would definitely recommend Strega as a top choice.
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Strega North EndPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.4
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robertVIP
Greater Boston •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Taco Tuesday was great we tried 4 different kinds, all excellent. Hibiscus Ice Tea was excellent. We will be back!
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Rosa Mexicano - BostonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Seaport
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4.2
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PeterVIP
Maine •173 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great food and all arrived quickly. Entered came first then apps but that’s fine. Bao buns with pork and apple were the best. Tuna and veg rice bowl was spectacular but I’d prefer sauce on the side. Great experience!
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wagamama - prudential centerPrice: Expensive• Asian• Back Bay
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4.4
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GregoryVIP
Nashville •29 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jul 7, 2025
Food we ordered was good, and fresh but not much flavor. The service was fine . The restaurant was insanely warm and had we known there was no air conditioning, we would have chosen a different restaurant. Maybe it was just broken? It was actually cooler outside the restaurant than in the restaurant. Just an FYI if it is summer and you are looking to eat in air conditioning.
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Yunnan KitchenPrice: Moderate• Chinese• South End
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4.7

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