Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Indian Wells

37 restaurants available nearby

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1. Vicky's of Santa Fe

4.7

Exceptional(2394)

Price: Expensive

• American • Indian Wells

Booked 30 times today

Indian Wells' award-winning Restaurant, noted for its outstanding American cuisine, has been consistently awarded "Best Hot Spot", "Best Live Music Venue" and "Best Bar Scene" by OpenTable. Established 1989. Owner Marc Laliberte likes to say, "It's not just the place. It is the people. Our guests become friends & family." A menu of prime steaks, fresh seafood, rack of lamb pair with any number of sides. A walk-in wine cellar features California wines from well-known winemakers to select boutique vintners. At the spacious center bar, signature cocktails shake up. Entertainment in the Lounge Room with a live music program by desert legend John Stanley King. Electrifying performances every night, two sets on Fridays & Saturdays, 7 Sets in 5 Days. No Cover. Please visit vickysofsantafe.com for the Live Music Schedule Now-June 2025. Dinner Reservations required in Dining Rooms and the Lounge. 5pm-9:30pm. Open Tuesday-Saturday. Closed Sunday & Monday in the months of September & October.

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2. Cava - Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa

3.5

Very Good(279)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Indian Wells

Booked 3 times today

Cava combines tropical elegance with innovative dining and an equally delicious view. The experience is superlative and the flavor is divine!With a dynamic new wine list spanning each of the California regions, including an extensive selection by the glass. Cava is the perfect choice for a romantic dinner fro two, an evening with friends, or a private event for 10 to 50 of your luckiest guests. You will also enjoy the valley's best views while dining poolside on the outdoor terrace.

3. Nobu Indian Wells

4.7

Exceptional(455)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Indian Wells

Booked 44 times today

Experience Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's world renowned cuisine in Indian Wells. Overlooking Stadium 2 in the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, guests can enjoy intimate ambiance. Indulge in Chef Nobu's famous signature dishes including Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Rock Shrimp Tempura and Black Cod Miso as well as traditional Japanese favorites and sushi. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Sushi bar experience and bar seating is available first come first serve.

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4. La Quinta Cliffhouse

4.6

Exceptional(7916)

Price: Expensive

• American • La Quinta

Booked 62 times today

From the moment you approach the La Quinta Cliffhouse you are surrounded by the dramatic sights and sounds of this desert destination. Jutting from a massive rock outcropping above the desert floor the La Quinta Cliffhouse is renowned for its spectacular views across the valley and providing a lively, casual destination to enjoy a menu of American classics with innovative preparations focused on premium steaks and seafood at great prices. The menu highlights vibrant flavors from the valley along with a generous selection of fresh fish and seafood. The wine list has been thoughtfully chosen to complement the food and provide reasonably priced selections including rare and limited bottles.

5. The Nest

4.6

Exceptional(3269)

Price: Expensive

• Continental • Indian Wells

Booked 33 times today

The Nest is Indian Wells' most famous restaurant and lounge. We've been serving fine guests, celebrities, golf and tennis legends since 1965. The reasons for our exceptional longevity and acceptance are delicious food, wonderful, warm atmosphere, great entertainment, and generous refreshments, along with the service you would like to receive all the time .... RESERVATIONS ARE FOR FULL DINNER IN THE DINING ROOM ONLY. Reservations for only cocktails, just desserts, or appetizers will be cancelled. The Nest enforces a strict upscale dress code. We do not allow beachwear, gym attire including sweatpants, sweatshirts or hoodies. Athletic apparel, jerseys, beanies, bandanas, backwards ball caps, oversized or baggy clothing are prohibited. No excessively revealing clothing will be allowed. Clothing emitting offensive odors is not permitted to be worn anywhere on the property.

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6. Okura Robata Grill and Sushi Bar - La Quinta

4.7

Exceptional(2608)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • La Quinta

Booked 56 times today

Okura Robata Grill and Sushi Bar serves up a fusion of Japanese and California cuisine in a chic contemporary restaurant space that has an L.A./Hollywood vibe. Custom décor includes gold Kriskadecor chains hanging from the ceiling, a 4-foot high bronze Buddha and a life-size, petrified Japanese cherry blossom tree at the center of the restaurant. A “Geisha Angel” mural adorns a wall in the bar. Beyond an expansive sushi menu, there is something for everyone including skewers from the Robata Grill, Salads, Toban Yaki Steak, Tempura, Chicken, Beef and Fish Entrees, and of course, delicious desserts like Green tea Panna Cotta. The full bar features signature cocktails such as the Geisha Girl and Lychee Martini, as well as sake, wine and beer. You will be treated like family at Okura, where you can expect impeccable service in addition to premium quality food. We want to welcome you to visit us and enjoy the Okura experience!

7. Rockwood Grill and Blue Star Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(1486)

Price: Expensive

• American • Palm Desert

Booked 42 times today

The elegant dinning experience at the Rockwood Grill in the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa is a fantastic representation of American cuisine. Come enjoy our menu full of local ingredients and flavorful fare.

8. Adobe Grill

4.7

Exceptional(2871)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • La Quinta

Booked 63 times today

Colorful surroundings set the mood for an experience in refined, authentic regional Mexican cuisine. Signature dishes include the Chicken Mole, Ceviche de Mariscos, and Fresh Guacamole . Children's menu available as well. Adobe Grill is located on the upper level of the Plaza and is known throughout the Valley for the best Margaritas in town, served in over-sized, hand-blown glassware from Guadalajara. Open daily for dinner. Live music Thursday - Sunday from 6:30pm - 9:30pm

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9. Pacifica Seafood Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(8860)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Palm Desert

Booked 60 times today

Pacifica Seafood Restaurant serves the freshest seafood in the Desert. On a daily basis our seafood arrives from San Diego, delivered by the primary supplier of Pacifica Del Mar for the past 25 years. We strive daily to make Pacifica Seafood Restaurant your first choice for fine seafood dining.

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10. The Venue Sushi & Spirits Redefined

4.8

Exceptional(1264)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Palm Desert

Booked 11 times today

Sushi & WhiskeyChic. Modern. Sophisticated. But also casual and friendly. The Venue is the cool hot spot on El Paseo, popular with locals, out-of-town visitors and food critics who serve up rave reviews. The Venue is artful, from its sleek décor to the original, ever-evolving menu, enthusiastically created by owner/chef Engin Onural. "This is my art," he shares. "Each plate is a painting, but I use fish instead of paint."

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37 restaurants available nearby

1. Vicky's of Santa Fe

2. Cava - Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa

3. Nobu Indian Wells

4. La Quinta Cliffhouse

5. The Nest

6. Okura Robata Grill and Sushi Bar - La Quinta

7. Rockwood Grill and Blue Star Lounge

8. Adobe Grill

9. Pacifica Seafood Restaurant

10. The Venue Sushi & Spirits Redefined

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