Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Somerville

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1. Pammy's

4.8

Exceptional(2372)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 32 times today

Pammy’s is a New American restaurant inspired by the feel of an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Perched between Cambridge’s Central and Harvard Squares, Pammy’s is a cozy yet sophisticated neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Chris and Pam Willis (who live right up the street), Pammy’s is an extension of their living room. They’ve brought together their love of great food, easy hospitality and chic vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all looking for a memorable meal. With dishes that lean heavily on Italian flavors but are not restricted by any rules of the cuisine, the food is unpretentious and delicious. A fireplace wrapped in white ceramic, an oversized salvaged communal table designed for side-by-side dining and rich leather banquets are just some of the design elements that make up Pammy’s charm.We're currently serving a Prix Fixe menu for all reservations. A la carte dining is available for walk-in guests at our bar and in our lounge.

2. Josephine

4.6

Exceptional(411)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Somerville

Booked 23 times today

An homage to the variety in Italian food with a focus on wood fired pizza...Josephine is the latest concept from James Beard nominated Chef Michael Scelfo of smash hits Alden & Harlow, Waypoint, and The Longfellow Bar. Josephine is a celebration of family and food, focused on Italian favorites and simple pleasures.Josephine features deep dish & thin wood fired pizzas and whimsical riffs on classic Italian foods, all set in a lively space. A massive marble bar with craft cocktails, ice cold martinis on tap, and a huge out door space that's dog friendly with an outdoor bar and fire pit will bring you back again and again.

3. Uni

4.6

Exceptional(2354)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Back Bay

Booked 37 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.

A photo of Earls Kitchen + Bar - Assembly Row restaurant

4. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Assembly Row

4.5

Awesome(1880)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Somerville

Booked 28 times today

Welcome to Earls Assembly Row, conveniently located just steps from the AMC Theater and Assembly Row shops. Whether you're catching a movie or enjoying some retail therapy, Earls is the perfect spot to relax and refuel.Our menu is inspired by global flavours, crafted with premium ingredients, and complemented by expertly crafted cocktails and confidently, charming service. Famous for our epic Happy Hours and weekend brunches, which include a must-try Brunch Happy Hour. Earls Assembly Row is also a top destination for large parties and special events. Whether you're here for a casual meal or a celebration, we have the perfect space to make it unforgettable.Your seat is ready—we can’t wait to welcome you!

5. Toro

4.7

Exceptional(191)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • South End

Booked 81 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.

6. Bricco

4.6

Exceptional(6234)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 97 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.

7. Kaia

4.7

Exceptional(114)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • South End

Booked 48 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.

8. Contessa - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(166)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 59 times today

Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.

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9. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6681)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 207 times today

Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.

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10. Row 34 - Seaport - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(2548)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Seaport

Booked 140 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).

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Jodi
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We sat outside, beautiful evening and setting. Service was great, food overall was very good. Only pause was Lobster salad was SUPER salty and I could not eat it . This was disappointing. Otherwise very good.
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Eastern StandardPrice: Expensive• American• Fenway–Kenmore
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4.5
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Tina
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic food, great service. Music was night club level not restaurant level.
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Strega North EndPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.4
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ChristinaVIP
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything about the restaurant was wonderful. We had a terrific time.
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MoecaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Cambridge
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4.8
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alinaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •22 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
I have loved this chain for years! However, recently this particular location in Seaport, Boston, started serving old chips to the salsa and guacamole. Disappointing. The rest of the food is great.
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Rosa Mexicano - BostonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Seaport
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4.2
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JamesVIP
Greater Boston •76 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 28, 2025
WOW! Great variety on this menu and everything we tried was excellent and plentiful - all 3 of us ended taking doggie bags home!
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Nirvana: The Taste of IndiaPrice: Moderate• Indian• Cambridge
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4.3

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