Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Steele Creek

40 restaurants available nearby

1. Chapter 6

4.8

Exceptional(364)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Southend

Booked 42 times today

With Chapter Six, Rare Roots Hospitality brings the Western Mediterranean to South End, with bold dishes that show off the flavors of the coasts and fields of Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, France, and Italy. Located directly on the Rail Trail in the heart of South End. Must try dishes include the Whipped Ricotta, Sherry Braised Pork Cheek, Spicy Tuna Crudo, and Skate Wing! Sip on our two top selling cocktails, Almafi Coastin' or Peace + Friendship, while you dine. Chef Scott Hollingsworth and Chef Jon CoxGeneral Manager Ellis LindsayBar Program Brittany KellumWine Director Hilary Demmitt

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2. North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne

4.5

Awesome(294)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ballantyne

Booked 67 times today

Using only the season’s best ingredients, our chefs create a variety of modern Italian dishes including pastas made from scratch daily, hand-tossed pizzas like the classic Margherita but make it Tie Dye, and savory lunch and dinner entrees like Pork Milanese, Tortelloni al Pomodoro, and Braised Short Rib Lumache that deliver flavors that go above and beyond the expected as well as a full-bodied wine and beer list accompanied by an array of handcrafted cocktails including a Sicilian Margarita and the Pomegranate Mule. For more information, visit northitalia.com.

3. Indaco- Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(1084)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southend

Booked 36 times today

Located at Atherton Mill in Charlotte's historic South End neighborhood, Indaco (Italian for "indigo") serves Italian cuisine. Wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pastas, housemade salami and cured sausages fill the restaurant's menu which can be enjoyed family-style or a la carte. With an open kitchen, and a comfortable atmosphere, Indaco can seat approximately 85 guests inside for a casual night of food and drinks. The wine list is focused on affordable Italian varietals, the Gin & Tonic cocktail is on tap, and the fresh sodas are made in-house. Large windows fill the restaurant with natural light that reflects off the white subway tile, wood accents and butcher block tables. An open kitchen invites guests to keep an eye on the action while enjoying the sights and smells of Italian cooking. During warmer months, a 44-seat patio invites guests to dine al fresco.

4. O-Ku - Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2376)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Southend

Booked 55 times today

O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. The South End restaurant offers rare and unique dining options along with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, highlighting seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space.

5. STIR Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(1586)

Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 66 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to enjoy a night out, host clients, or sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters. Located in South End, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Our cold bar and kitchen offers fresh oysters from North Carolina and beyond, traditional Mexican and Peruvian ceviche, and classic entrees and specials, all prepared from scratch.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result: categorically elevated cocktails. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Charlotte to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality.

6. Hestia Rooftop

4.6

Exceptional(675)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Ballantyne

Booked 43 times today

Dynamic. Energetic. Alluring. Bold flavors, inventive presentations, and tailor-made omakase menus take center stage at Hestia: a modern Asian restaurant that sets premium ingredients and eclectic executions front and center—revealing an innovative, one-of-a-kind dining experience that sits at the top of Ballantyne’s inspired dining scene. Beautiful rooftop with views to downtown Charlotte.

7. Aura Rooftop

4.5

Awesome(345)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Uptown

Booked 3 times today

Ascend five stories high in the JW Charlotte to Aura Rooftop where a magical oasis awaits. Soak in premiere views of city and indulge in vibrant small plates with a signature botanical cocktail in hand. Experience magnetic vibes up high at one of Charlotte's best rooftop lounges! Monday to Friday - Open at 3:00 pmSaturday to Sunday - Open at 12 pm Weather permitting closing times 11 pm Mon-Sat and 9 pm on Sun.

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8. State of Confusion- Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(382)

Price: Moderate

• American • South Charlotte

Booked 22 times today

State of Confusion features authentic dishes from Latin America, New Orleans, and the Carolina Low-country. We serve lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with takeout and delivery available. Multiple indoor and heated outdoor hangout areas offer you and your groups a variety of options for dining in and special events.Additional parking at 301 Clanton: Monday - Friday after 4:30 pm and all day Saturday and Sunday.

9. Mizu

4.6

Exceptional(1263)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • SouthPark

Booked 35 times today

Inspired by the wood-fired Robata grills of Japan, Mizu offers a refreshed take on live-fire cooking atop the Hyatt Centric in the heart of Charlotte’s SouthPark neighborhood. Opened in August of 2021 and named one of 2022's "25 Best New Restaurants" and "50 Best Restaurants" by Charlotte Magazine, the rooftop restaurant by Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) combines the traditions of ancient Japanese cooking with Southern influences and Asian flavors. The kitchen, anchored by Mizu’s own Robata grill, features a seafood-focused menu composed of wood-fired, raw, and chilled offerings.The beverage program focuses on bright, easy-drinking libations using Japanese spirits and seasonal ingredients, complementing the cuisine and atmosphere. With a chic, minimalist design with natural elements throughout, the restaurant, named for the Japanese word for water, offers sweeping rooftop views from the patio, as well as sophisticated interiors and comfortable lounge and bar seating.

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10. 800 DEGREES | BAR ONE Lounge - SOUTH PARK

4.5

Awesome(1222)

Price: Expensive

• American • SouthPark

Booked 47 times today

Founded in 2011 by Chef Anthony Carron, 800 DEGREES focuses on pure ingredients and a custom wood-fired oven. Our scratch dough, locally sourced produce, and artisan meats and cheeses create a unique, smoky taste in every dish. From hand-made pizzas to wild-caught salmon, every bite will leave you wanting more. BAR ONE Lounge, a Los Angeles concept now in Charlotte at Phillips Place, is attached to 800 DEGREES. It's perfect for late-night cocktails and fine dining, with a full dinner menu served until 2 AM. The lounge features high-back leather booths, walnut tables, intimate lighting, and art-filled walls, delivering an exclusive yet casual experience. Enjoy classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned, Vesper Martini, or French 75. Join us for lunch, dinner, or a late-night rendezvous at BAR ONE Lounge or 800 DEGREES in South Park.

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Valerie
Charlotte •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The truffle bread, calamari and pizza were absolutely delicious!
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North Italia - Charlotte - BallantynePrice: Moderate• Italian• Ballantyne
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4.5
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Hank
Charlotte •31 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As always, the food was excellent and the service friendly and responsive.
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Deejai Noodle BarPrice: Moderate• Thai• NODA
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4.3
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Rian
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Service was absolutely wonderful, i felt very welcomed food was marvelous! i definitely recommend i came here my birthday and absolutely loved it!
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EssexPrice: Moderate• International• Uptown
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4.5
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Michele
Coastal North Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 5, 2024
Waiter was fabulous - attentive without hovering and knew the menu and listened to what we wanted and had great recommendations. The food was excellent as usual, and plated so beautifully. Love this restaurant
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P.F. Chang's - NorthlakePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Charlotte
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4.7

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40 restaurants available nearby

1. Chapter 6

2. North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne

3. Indaco- Charlotte

4. O-Ku - Charlotte

5. STIR Charlotte

6. Hestia Rooftop

7. Aura Rooftop

8. State of Confusion- Charlotte

9. Mizu

10. 800 DEGREES | BAR ONE Lounge - SOUTH PARK

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