Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Wilmette

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1. Valley Lodge Tavern

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Wilmette

Booked 3 times today

Valley Lodge Tavern in a neighborhood tavern serving high quality food and drink to the north shore for 50 years. We serve a variety of food including burgers, ribs, steaks, and delicious salads.

2. Spirit Elephant

4.8

Exceptional(1567)

Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Winnetka

Booked 8 times today

Award-winning, plant-based cuisine. We cater to food-lovers, not just vegans. Try one or our specialty craft cocktails (both alcoholic and zero-proof) and be sure to save room for our wildly tasty desserts. Our space has an urban, airy vibe and our expansive, beautiful bar is a great place to meet friends after work for happy hour. Feel like some air? Book your reservation on our cozy, elegant patio and add the outdoors as an enhancement to your experience. We specialize in events at our beautiful venue (indoors and out). Our goal is to give you a memorable experience every time. Come in and enjoy a meal while you do good for your health, the planet, and all its inhabitants. We hope you will eat plants, and feel beautiful.

3. Jimoto

4.6

Exceptional(100)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Winnetka

Booked 5 times today

Jimoto is a locally owned and operated upscale casual American Sushi Restaurant located in downtown Winnetka. "Jimoto" is a Japanese term that can be translated as "local" or "hometown." In Japanese culture, "jimoto" often signifies a deep-rooted loyalty and support for the community, as well as a recognition of the local traditions, customs, and values. We aim to capture that essence when you visit us for a date night or just to satisfy your sushi craving! Dine with us at jimoto and add an extra layer of joy to your Home Alone pilgrimage just a half mile away!

4. The Hampton Social - Skokie

4.4

Awesome(1882)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 26 times today

The Hampton Social - Skokie is the perfect place to imbibe and enjoy the feeling of summer days. Located at Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center, just north of Chicago. The Hampton Social offers our signature "Rosé All Day" lounge, a lively bar, outdoor seating, main dining room and private dining spaces. Known for our lively dining experiences featuring exceptional coastal-inspired food, cocktails and live music in a beautifully designed atmosphere. Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch

5. Tapas Barcelona

4.7

Exceptional(651)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Evanston

Booked 7 times today

Dine on traditional Spanish cuisine at Tapas Barcelona. Located 1615 Chicago Ave, north suburb of Evanston and just south of Northwestern University, this restaurant offers casual comfort and a friendly setting for dining out. Tapas Barcelona has various dishes on the menu, such as baked snails and pizza topped with spinach and goat cheese. It also serves seafood and vegetarian entrées. Tapas Barcelona has a full bar that offers guests various drinks, including Spanish selections of wine. Its atmosphere is ideal for meeting up with an old friend for lunch or having dinner with the family. This restaurant welcomes reservations and provides take-out services.

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6. Bar Siena - North Shore

4.3

Awesome(1013)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Skokie

Booked 25 times today

Bar Siena expands to Chicago's North Shore suburbs with their most recent location at Old Orchard Mall. Located next to Nordstrom, the new restaurant boasts an 8,500-square-foot interior along with two expansive patios. Much like its West Loop sister spot, Bar Siena North Shore combines the quaint charm of trattorias in Siena, Italy, with the industrial aesthetic of Chicagoland. The restaurant, in collaboration with Top Chef Fabio Viviani, brings the flavor, flare, and energy of casual Italian-American dining to the Midwest. Whether you're joining us for brunch, lunch, pizza, or pasta, Bar Siena North Shore is perfect for birthdays, groups, romantic dinners, or a casual date. Enjoy cocktails, happy hour, dessert, and Italian food in a vibrant atmosphere, whether you're celebrating with friends at the bar or indulging in a cozy dining experience.

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7. Roka Akor - Old Orchard

4.7

Exceptional(1611)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Skokie

Booked 13 times today

Roka Akor is a premier steakhouse serving the finest steak, seafood, and sushi. Renowned for our exquisite Japanese Wagyu and Certified Kobe Beef, we are part of an elite group of fewer than 40 restaurants in the U.S. — and 1 of only a few in Chicago — licensed to serve this coveted delicacy. All of our meats and vegetables are expertly grilled to perfection over an Open Flame Charcoal Robata Grill. Elevate your dining experience with our award-winning wine list, premium sake, craft cocktails, and an extensive selection of fine whiskey.

8. Libertad

4.7

Exceptional(3204)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Skokie

Booked 6 times today

Libertad is a casual, chef-driven neighborhood restaurant featuring Latin American inspired cuisine.Executive Chef Mark Mendez, whose experience includes Chicago’s most notable restaurants, pairs bold and exciting flavors for a seasonal menu of small plates ideal for sharing and experiencing the diverse mosaic of the countries that make up Latin America.Noted mixologist Ziyad Asrar has put together a fun and creative cocktail menu while Sommelier Shebnem Ince compiled a succinct wine list that complements the menu with by the glass and bottle selections.You'll quickly find that Libertad personifies the true neighborhood restaurant - a place you want and can dine at all the time because it's welcoming, relaxing and offers a menu so good it's hard to choose. The answer to that dilemma? Visit often.

9. The Lawn

4.4

Awesome(260)

Price: Expensive

• American • Glenview

Booked 1 time today

Whether you’re grabbing a casual lunch with family on the patio, cocktails and snacks with friends in the redesigned cozy bar and lounge area or a having a special date night dinner in our hip modern dining room, The Lawn is the perfect North Shore gathering place for us all. Seven days a week, our neighborhood bar + grill takes pride in providing lunch and dinner in a relaxed atmosphere with views of Wilmette Golf Club. Our menu has been curated to showcase local small businesses like Zier's Prime Meats, Burhops Seafood and Harrison's Poultry. We look forward to seeing you soon!

10. Guanajuato

4.4

Awesome(357)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Winnetka

Booked 4 times today

We are committed to providing you with a fabulous dining experience whether you are eating in or carrying your food out. If you are planning to visit us, we would be happy to take your reservation, and don't forget to try one of our delicious Margaritas made with limes squeezed daily.Our savory, authentic Mexican food is made only with the freshest ingredients and you can taste the difference. The flavors burst with each bite you take. Our Acapulco Shrimp transports you to the sunny beaches of the Mexican Pacific. The El Molcajete simmers with the subtle and delicious flavors of the high dessert. The Enchiladas Poblano entices with the complexity of our rich mole poblano. Our many fish specials are made with freshest fish in the market. With each of our dishes, you will taste real food made with with real ingredients by people who love to cook. Everything is prepared fresh daily and you will taste the difference.

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Modupe
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our server, Joe, was exceptional! He was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and drink options, providing top-notch recommendations. His outstanding service made our dining experience truly memorable.
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Earls Kitchen + Bar - Lincoln ParkPrice: Expensive• American• Lincoln Park
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4.3
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SHAWNVIP
Chicago / Illinois •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Kristen and her team are absolutely fabulous. Great customer service and willing to go above and beyond to make it a pleasurable night. Food is always fantastic and always fresh!!!
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Mia FrancescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.6
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RobynVIP
Toronto / Ontario •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and drinks were delicious. The staff were very attentive and helpful. The atmosphere was casual and fun. The only negative was the price for a side of rice. That seemed high for a small bowl that typically comes with the meal. But overall it was a great dining experience.
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Bar Goa-ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Indian• River North (Chicago)
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4.2
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Terry
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Dropped in to our favorite spot while in Chicago. We are always greeted like family and the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. The pasta is fresh and full of flavor. I had my favorite Linguini Vonogole which is always wonderful blend of light, balanced flavors, garlic, clams and EVOO! Always leave OGGI feeling the glow from great food and wonderful community!
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Oggi Trattoria- Chicago AvePrice: Moderate• Italian• West Town
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4.6
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BingVIP
Chicago / Illinois •63 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
Very good meal of potstickers, lemon shrimp, garlic green beans, whole steamed fish Cantonese style, beef chow fun, shrimp fried rice. Excellent service. Quiet and pleasant Sunday afternoon meal.
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Lao Sze Chuan - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Chinese• River North (Chicago)
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4.1

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73 restaurants available nearby

1. Valley Lodge Tavern

2. Spirit Elephant

3. Jimoto

4. The Hampton Social - Skokie

5. Tapas Barcelona

6. Bar Siena - North Shore

7. Roka Akor - Old Orchard

8. Libertad

9. The Lawn

10. Guanajuato

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