Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Prahran

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A photo of Normandy Wine & Grill restaurant

1. Normandy Wine & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(120)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Windsor

Booked 7 times today

Normandy, a cosy restaurant & wine bar, serving French food both traditional and modern. Steak frites plays a big part on the menu serving Cape grim beef with Bearnaise or bordelaise sauce.- TUESDAYS 1/2 Price Steak Frites (all cuts of 'The Grill')- WEDNESDAYS $35 French Classic Dish + Glass of Wine- BYO Tuesday - Thursday ($25 corkage pb)

2. Colonel Tan's

4.9

Exceptional(148)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Prahran

Booked 3 times today

Colonel Tan's affordable menu combines traditional Thai cuisine with a cheeky American diner aesthetic. The name is a tribute to legendary Thai pop star Tan Punturaumporn. Years ago, Tan’s kitchen staff took to calling him the Colonel when they started serving a Five Spice Chicken that brought to mind a certain chicken-loving colonel from America’s Deep South. Located on Melbourne's trendy Chapel Street you can stop in for dinner, check out some art installations, exhibitions, live music or watch the venue turn into the infamous Revolver Upstairs nightclub!

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3. Hochi Mama Richmond

4.6

Exceptional(1215)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Richmond

Booked 39 times today

After being the ‘life-of-the-party’ in downtown CBD for the last six years, Mama’s ready to kick-start another exciting new venture in the wild, wild East! And where better for this Tiger Mama to roar than the vibrant South-East Asian hub of flavour and culture that is Swan Street, Richmond! Mama's second-coming will be servin' you Eastside excellence! – but this sequel is just as good as the original! We’re beyond ecstatic to share this new space with the public and bring the Richmond tiger cubs some of Mama’s lovin’! The trademark of Mama’s dining experience is the ‘Feed Me Now’ offering! Patrons can bask in all the zingy and fiery flavours in Mama’s repertoire – indulging in a selection of our drool-worthy smaller, larger, and sides dishes – for an affordable spend per diner at $44.50 each!

4. Hochi Mama CBD

4.7

Exceptional(3380)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 66 times today

Hochi Mama was the God Mother of all aspiring street artists and rappers in the early nineties. An immigrant in the big city, she hosted underground art shows along with rap battles for the rejects; a place where you could just be at home, but with family. The whole crew was always welcome, the more the merrier, and she was well renowned for creating innovative dishes using the original famous dishes from her home country, and plenty of booze, in her spacious and homey warehouse.This cheeky, vibrant and buzzing Vietnamese Fusion venue is one for your to-do list. Boasting a killer menu and a super cool vibe, this place is known for a cocktail, feast or an intimate date night.

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5. Neighbourhood Pizza

4.8

Exceptional(420)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Armadale

Booked 38 times today

Neighbourhood Pizza. Its pizza for locals. Great for the family, your date or your friends. More than just pizza!

6. South of the Wall

4.0

Excellent(96)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Richmond

Booked 7 times today

Richmond’s Fiesta Headquarters Since 2017 – Bold Flavours, Big Vibes, No Siesta!After spicing up Richmond since 2017, South of the Wall is still serving up bold Mexican street eats and good times daily! From sizzling tacos and loaded burritos to cheesy nachos and every kind of margarita, every visit’s a flavour-packed party.Behind the bar, we’re pouring handcrafted cocktails, crisp tap beers, and a premium selection of tequila and mezcal — perfect for any occasion. Our undercover courtyard with heaters offers a laid-back, all-weather space that’s ideal for big groups and small gatherings alike.Hot Deals, Spicy Steals:🌮 $5 Tacos + $15 Classic Marg every Taco Tuesday🍽️ $20 Lunch Specials (Wed–Fri, 12–3PM) - Nachos with Added Protein or Burrito of your Choice or 2 x Tacos + Fries + Agua Fresca (Drink)🔥 $49 Feed Me menu – the ultimate flavour tour🍹 $75 Boozy Brunch – 2hrs of bottomless drinks + dishes every weekendIf you want to book for functions, we got you covered too!

7. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(619)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 29 times today

Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.

8. Grazia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1146)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Glen Iris

Booked 45 times today

Grazia is a classic, authentic and casual Italian restaurant with a modern twist.

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9. Bodega Underground

4.4

Awesome(1593)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 21 times today

A restaurant smuggled from Mexico to Melbourne. Find Little Bourke Street’s late night mezcal bar and taqueria hidden underground in the China Town precinct, and open 7 days a week until late, including lunch Thursday - Sunday. Try a Tequila or Mezcal cocktail, or speak to our team about sipping some exciting Agave spirits instead. The $59 Feed Me banquet offers great value and a huge mix of traditional Mexican street food, plus some dishes with a twist. We also offer a $75 Bottomless Brunch on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays, with unlimited cocktails and 5 dishes; or a Pre-Theatre deal available every night of the week. We are located on the corner of Little Bourke and Crossley Street, Melbourne, with a moody bar and dining area perfect for both a quiet drink, or a larger celebration.

10. Pinchy's

4.4

Awesome(173)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Melbourne CBD

Booked 14 times today

Melbourne’s best Champagne bar & Seafood restaurant now includes meat into the menu with new Executive Chef Pieter Buijsse. Pinchy’s seafood restaurant and champagne bar is a seaside oasis in the heart of Melbourne. Inviting our guests to experience typically indulgent delectables such as lobster rolls, our new Wagyu beef burger with smoked crispy tuna bacon, we seek to make the finer flavours in life more accessible, encouraging our guests to enjoy shared dishes in a casual style.Located in bustling Bourke Street, Pinchy’s boasts one of Melbourne’s favourite balcony bar destinations, with an insta-worthy interior to boot. So if seafood and champagne, cocktails or chablis tickles your fancy, you know where to find us.

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SK
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was amazing. Each and every dish we ordered was authentic and delicious. We initially wanted to order 3 large plates to share but the staff kindly warned us that their servings were seriously large. He wasn't kidding. Thanks to him we ordered 2 large and 1 small and the 3 of us still couldn't finish! Customer service was top notch and the environment was great. Too bad we could only spend 1.5 hours per sitting. Overall, an enjoyable experience. I would recommend this Thai restaurant.
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Kan Eang by Thai CulinaryPrice: Expensive• Thai• Melbourne CBD
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4.3
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Emily
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing food with authentic flavors!! Will be back for sure
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Kata KitaPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Zoe
Melbourne •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
The bottomless brunch was great! Food was delicious and filling and the drinks were tasty too. Highly recommend.
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Bodega UndergroundPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Angus
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 7, 2025
Fantastic restaurant — worth well going for traditional Kerala cuisine. We ate vegan and it was delicious. Don’t pass over the Cabbage Thoran
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Toddy ShopPrice: Expensive• South Indian• Fitzroy
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4.7

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