Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Cleveland Park

241 restaurants available nearby

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1. Dolan Uyghur - Washington DC

4.6

Exceptional(133)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Cleveland Park

Fresh, Healthy, and Delicious | Dolan Uyghur Restaurant is committed to preserving the Uyghur people's unique flavors and culture, prepared in distinctive, central Asian styles. Come and taste for yourself, with your family and friends!

2. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29733)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 359 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

3. SHIA Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(38)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 8 times today

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.**Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed, and his availability is not given to the team or guests.**

4. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19413)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 290 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

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5. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

4.5

Awesome(34475)

Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 203 times today

Our award-winning Founding Farmers DC flagship restaurant opened in 2008 just three blocks west of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes and drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, weekday happy hour, and a la carte weekend brunch. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday neighborhood restaurant.

6. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(2022)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 87 times today

Welcome to dLeña, a Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria by Chef Richard Sandoval.dLeña is derived from the Spanish word “leña,” meaning firewood. The restaurant is centered around it’s wood-burning grill - a nod to the rustic open-fire cooking techniques of Mexico’s past. The menu transports diners to Mexico through a multi-sensory experience in every bite of the signature smoked entrées, fresh ceviches, and unique sharing plates. The expansive bar features hand-crafted margaritas, Latin cocktails, cervezas and vino. CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE:Book an exclusive dining experience at our chef’s table tucked behind the main bar facing into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Please visit our Chef's Table OpenTable page to book:https://www.opentable.com/r/dlena-chef-table-washington

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7. Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers DC: Georgetown

4.4

Awesome(13861)

Price: Moderate

• American • Georgetown

Booked 83 times today

Located at Georgetown’s Washington Harbor on the Potomac River with a lively dining room, full-service bar, and a covered & heated patio, this farmer-owned restaurant is open 365 days a year serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and a decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch. Everything is made from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers they know and trust. Expansive menus include an array of seafood dishes, sushi, pizzas, tacos, decadent desserts, Founding Farmers Chocolates, classic and tiki cocktails featuring spirits from their DC-based distillery, Founding Spirits. You can also swing by for a cup of house-roasted coffee and breakfast treat from their First Bake Cafe. Mission driven and operating Through The Eyes Of The Farmer,™ they actively care about their guests, communities, and the planet. This all comes together in their friendly neighborhood restaurant.

8. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(3936)

Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 110 times today

Succotash PRIME is a progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. James Beard Award winner Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern Steakhouse menu.SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified, and passed from generation to generation for centuries. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South from our point of view.

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9. Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

4.8

Exceptional(446)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Washington

Booked 71 times today

Moon Rabbit is a highly-regarded Vietnamese restaurant situated in the heart of Washington D.C., drawing inspiration from the virtuous rabbit depicted in the Buddhist Jataka tale. Led by acclaimed Chef Kevin Tien, the restaurant embodies an innovative approach to Vietnamese cuisine, showcasing a menu that is both unique and complex. Chef Tien's main objective is to pay tribute to his heritage as a first-generation Asian American, using Moon Rabbit as a platform for expressing his love for Vietnamese culture and food.

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10. Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC

4.5

Awesome(451)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Southwest Waterfront

Booked 216 times today

Transcend on set to Chef Ramsay's iconic 22-season, six-time, Emmy-nominated television series Hell's Kitchen. A fine dining experience like no other, watch as the red and blue teams prepare, cook, and plate dishes emulating on-set Hell's Kitchen dinner service.

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Juha
Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Definitely the best Indian restaurant in Bethesda (and beyond).
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Delhi SpicePrice: Moderate• Indian• Bethesda
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4.6
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Heidy
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great experience for date night, the management was amazing.
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The Salt Line - Navy YardPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Navy Yard
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4.4
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Holly
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
There is a lot of great choices on the menu. The atmosphere of the restaurant was quiet (mostly because we dined on a holiday, but I am certain if we dined on a normal day it would’ve been lively and energetic). Our server was wonderful, and the food was great. The pizzas are great to share among 2 people as they are individual pizzas with 6 sizeable slices. The pastas a generous portion and fit the price. They do add gratuity (tip) to the bill & leave you the option to add more. Overall the experience was wonderful and I would recommend and go again.
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Fiorella Italian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• National Harbor
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4.1
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Brian
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
My wife and I ordered the veggie sampler with fish and then the lamb tibs. The food was delicious and we really enjoyed our experience!
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EthiopicPrice: Moderate• Ethiopian• H Street Corridor
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4.7
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JohnVIP
New York City •116 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 5, 2024
Mala needs to spruce up its facility. One waiter only. Poor guy running whole Place. He was very nice and as quick as possible. Terrible lighting and heat was lacking on a cold night. Kinda sad since the food was very good. Dark and cold last night.
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Mala TangPrice: Expensive• Asian• Arlington
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4.8

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241 restaurants available nearby

1. Dolan Uyghur - Washington DC

2. Old Ebbitt Grill

3. SHIA Restaurant

4. Zaytinya - DC

5. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

6. dLeña

7. Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers DC: Georgetown

8. Succotash PRIME

9. Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

10. Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC

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