32 Best Restaurants Spicy Food in Vista

32 restaurants available nearby

1. Fish Boon

4.8

Exceptional(34)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Carlsbad

Booked 27 times today

At Fish Boon, we see every meal as a celebration of freshness, quality, and flavor. Located in the hills of Carlsbad, our restaurant is committed to creating outstanding sushi experiences infused with warmth and elegance. We use handpicked, high-quality ingredients in our meticulously crafted dishes, inviting you to enjoy the blend of tradition and innovation. Join us on a journey where each bite weaves a story, making every visit feel like a homecoming. Welcome to where exceptional sushi meets authentic hospitality.

2. The Landings

4.6

Exceptional(288)

Price: Moderate

• American • Carlsbad

Booked 6 times today

The Landings Gastropub is not your typical airport restaurant or bar. We pride ourselves on our focus on quality, service, creativity and atmosphere. Everything from our unique cocktails to our pub-inspired menu and carefully curated craft beer list are locally-sourced and of the highest quality. Both our dining room and large patio have a panoramic view of the Palomar Airport runway. Bring the family, enjoy a cocktail and watch the planes come and go. We accept reservations for groups up to 8 people. Please call for larger parties. Please note: For Friday and Saturday concert nights, we enforce a $30/person minimum to cover the cost of the bands.

3. Fresco Cocina

4.6

Exceptional(398)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Carlsbad

Booked 31 times today

Fresco Cocina is a bustling restaurant located in the heart of Carlsbad Village serving a traditional and contemporary interpretation of Mexican cuisine. Our playfully curated menu rediscovers tradition and offers a selection of shareable plates and main courses all infused with Mexican soul. Fresco Cocina is a haven for those who appreciate bold, bright flavors paired with exemplary wine and artisanal spirits that let the high quality ingredients shine.

4. Ember & Rye

4.6

Exceptional(1227)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Carlsbad

Booked 38 times today

Dine overlooking the 18th green at this Richard Blais steakhouse... of sorts. This delightful collaboration with acclaimed chef and television personality offers delectable steaks and fresh seafood dishes rooted in fine local ingredients, served in a casual, vintage clubhouse setting located at the signature Arnold Palmer designed Aviara Golf Club.

5. Valentina

4.7

Exceptional(1813)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Encinitas

Booked 22 times today

A small neighborhood Spanish restaurant in a cute California beach town called Leucadia.we play music and serve wine, tapas, some cocktails and thoughtful hospitality with some dim lighting in a lively environment.We look forward to welcoming you.

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6. 333 Pacific - Steaks & Seafood

4.6

Exceptional(5430)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Oceanside

Booked 49 times today

Stunning Views of The Famous Oceanside Pier, Innovative Cuisine and Stylish Décor, Seaside California Elegance

7. Haven

4.2

Awesome(151)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Encinitas

Booked 35 times today

Nestled in the hills of Leucadia, Fox Point Farms is home to Haven Farm + Table, a new Californian restaurant helmed by Chef de Cuisine Kelston Moore and General Manager and Wine Director Ricardo Zarate Jr. Haven features the bountiful produce of the three-acre regenerative farm located just steps away from the kitchen. Delight in innovative dishes such as the Jerk Pork Belly Mole while dining on the terrace overlooking our lush fields, or sip a cocktail designed by Phillip Laethem in the stately yet cozy dining room.

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8. Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara

4.8

Exceptional(1033)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Carlsbad

Booked 17 times today

Immerse yourself into a refined modern setting featuring Baja-inspired cuisine and specialty cocktails composed of mezcal and tequila. Enjoy a show kitchen allowing you to get an inside look behind the scenes bringing Chef's creations to center stage. Locally sourced cuisine with a coastal flair is the cornerstone of this fine dining Baja-inspired experience.

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9. Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens

4.6

Exceptional(7143)

Price: Moderate

• Beer Garden • Escondido

Booked 141 times today

At Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens, we endeavor to use as much in-season, locally and organically grown produce as possible. It's about much more than freshness and sustainability. Local, organic food--fresh from local growers to your table--simply tastes better and is better for you. With our expansive gardens, patio seating, 36-tap beer systems and select wines you've got a dining experience to satisfy your--body, mind and soul.

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10. King's Fish House - Carlsbad

4.7

Exceptional(4016)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Carlsbad

Booked 78 times today

Established in 2003, King’s Fish House is Carlsbad’s choice for seafood. Located just across from the Carlsbad Premium outlets and LEGOLAND, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.

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32 restaurants available nearby

1. Fish Boon

2. The Landings

3. Fresco Cocina

4. Ember & Rye

5. Valentina

6. 333 Pacific - Steaks & Seafood

7. Haven

8. Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara

9. Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens

10. King's Fish House - Carlsbad

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