Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in South Norwalk

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Fairfield

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DarienFairfieldGreenwichNew CanaanNorwalkOld Greenwich

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. Washington Prime

4.8

Exceptional(1176)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • South Norwalk

Booked 24 times today

Winner of Best Steak in Connecticut and top steakhouses in the U.S. by the Food Network, Washington Prime has the privilege of framing SoNo’s newest structure at the corner of Washington Street and Water Street. Adding to this historic and progressive waterside community, this highly anticipated Eating & Drinking Well is driven by a culinary and beverage program that is not about gimmicks - just honesty and creativity. No stranger to high impact restaurants, Washington Prime is brought to you by some of the area’s most dynamic restaurateurs. The land and sea menu is a bit of Americana with cross-cultural influences, the space is multi-dimensional and the attitude is left at the door. Here, we eat, we drink and we join in the fun.

2. Match

4.8

Exceptional(1540)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Norwalk

Booked 7 times today

A twenty three year veteran of South Norwalk’s dining scene, Match has earned its reputation as one of the state’s most consistent and award-winning restaurants with its global approach to New American cuisine led by chef/owner Matt Storch. Match has focused on retaining its loyal clientele as well as welcoming new guests by emphasizing high quality local ingredients, plate presentation and great service along with an award winning wine list. All of these elements come together in a radiant room that pulses with energy. Reservations recommended.

3. Public Wine Bar

4.4

Awesome(151)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • South Norwalk

Booked 1 time today

Delectable wine bar in the heart of the SoNo neighborhood. Come check us out for good eats, drinks, and live music events!

4. Oko Westport

4.8

Exceptional(794)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Westport

Booked 22 times today

OKO showcases Chef Brian Lewis' innovative take on traditional Japanese Food and Sushi in a lively and charming atmosphere.

5. The Cottage

4.7

Exceptional(1649)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Westport

Booked 17 times today

THE COTTAGE, is a warm and welcoming new restaurant by Chef Brian Lewis, which embraces the local community and is greatly influenced by the artisan farmers and growers in our region. Chef Brian's creative take on American cooking offers an exciting menu of hand-crafted dishes, inspired by techniques and cultures from various regions around the globe. Our food, wine and signature cocktails are paired with gracious hospitality in a warm and cozy setting. We are deeply rooted in seasonality, focused on sourcing exceptional ingredients and creating a memorable experience for our guests.

A photo of Emmy Squared Pizza - Westport restaurant

6. Emmy Squared Pizza - Westport

4.3

Awesome(121)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Westport

Booked 4 times today

Offering quality ingredients and deliciously unique toppings, our signature Detroit-style pizza is marked by its square shape, crispy bottom, fluffy dough, cheesy "frico" crust, and signature sauce stripes. Our famed double-stack burger, the Le Big Matt, was named ‘#1 Best Burger in Nashville’ by The Tennessean and Nashville Lifestyles, voted one of ‘The Best New Burgers In NYC’ by Gothamist, and listed as one of the ‘20 Best Burgers in NYC’ by The Infatuation. The menu also highlights a selection of approachable salads, sandwiches served on pretzel buns, craft beers and cocktails, wine and our homemade frozen pomegranate margarita! Gaining critical claim and an ever-growing cult following, we have expanded the Emmy Squared brand with eight locations across New York City, Nashville, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Louisville. In every neighborhood we join, our team is committed to contributing to the community and practice our company ethos of and unparalleled hospitality.

A photo of Siena Norwalk at The Watershed restaurant

7. Siena Norwalk at The Watershed

4.7

Exceptional(373)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Norwalk

Booked 11 times today

Energetic hotel bar & restaurant featuring high-end cocktails & an extensive wine list with scenic views overlooking the Norwalk river. Located within the lobby of The Watershed Hotel, this restaurant boasts Tuscan inspired selections along with wood-fired pizza. Italian owned & operated sister restaurant to Siena Stamford since 1997.

8. Scena Wine Bar

4.5

Awesome(80)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Darien

Scena Wine Bar offers up Mediterranean fare in the downtown area of Darien. The family-owned restaurant opened in 2010 and has been pleasing customers in the area ever since. Scena Wine Bar has menus for bunch, lunch and dinner. Some of the popular options on the menu include the steamed clams, spicy salmon tartare, cider steamed mussels, ricotta gnocchi, fettuccini carbonara and grilled salmon corn succotash.Scena Wine Bar also has a dessert menu including a cookie plate, tiramisu, apple pie and Nutella filled crepes. The restaurant has a wine menu with a number of different vintages of wine available.

9. Sails Bar & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(115)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Darien

Booked 1 time today

Sails Bar & Grill provides fresh, high quality food for its patrons. Some of the starter items that are popular include the tuna tartare, Sails tacos and the grilled tiger shrimp flatbread. Sails Bar & Grill also offers a variety of sushi specialty rolls, gnocchi Bolognese, mac and cheese, wild king salmon, pork tenderloin and burgers. Another feature that helps make Sails Bar & Grill popular with the locals and visitors is the live music and dancing available on the weekends. It helps to provide a unique atmosphere for the eatery. It is a fun and casual experience for family and friends to enjoy.

10. Osteria Romana

4.5

Awesome(349)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Norwalk

Booked 7 times today

Brothers Graziano and Maurizio Ricci bring you traditional recipes from Rome, Italy. We specialize in homemade pasta, fish, veal, and chicken plates, in addition to imported Italian wines and unique Italian deserts. Our pasta, prepared daily in the restaurant, is a favorite for all of our customers. Our commitment to quality can be seen in our selection of the freshest ingredients from local producers and our attention to quality and detail. We at Osteria Romana pride ourselves in offering traditional Italian family recipes made with the finest ingredients. Every meal is prepared fresh upon order. The pasta, fish, chicken dishes are all delicious. Our specials are exciting. Modern twists on classic favorites, like our signature hand-made pasta with wild mushrooms and a brandy truffle sauce, are what keep customers coming back.

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Susan
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The service and food were excellent from the minute we sat until we left. I had the octopus appetizer as a meat and it was pleanty. My daughter had the scallops which were excellent - both in presentation and taste. We were not rushed at all and had plenty of time to enjoy and talk. We will certainly be back.
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Novita Wine Bar Trattoria - Garden CityPrice: Expensive• Italian• Garden City
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4.6
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Kimberly
Greater Boston •17 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Welcoming and attentive service made this business luncheon comfortable and productive, but the food was a little disappointing. The half soup / half sandwich offering is a good value, nicely presented, and creatively prepared. The soup should have been hotter, and the chicken sandwich had chunks of sour rhubarb and a drippy sauce that made it too messy to eat without a fork. Super friendly service and a great vibe will make me want to try again and order something different.
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Flinders Lane Kitchen and BarPrice: Expensive• Australian• Stamford
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4.5
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Barbara
New York City •12 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 31, 2025
Excellent food! And the ambience is nicer than you’d expect given its location in a strip of stores on Central Ave.
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Himalaya ScarsdalePrice: Expensive• Nepalese• Scarsdale
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4.4

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