Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Compton

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1. Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-Shabu

4.9

Exceptional(81)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Hawthorne / Gardena

Booked 12 times today

Recurring/Special Events:29th of Every Month: ("Niku No Hi"/"Meat Day”): 50% off Kobe Style Beef12/2 Cyber Monday Raffle: All parties that dine on 12/2 will get a raffle ticket to win a free: AYCE, Kagoshima A5, Kobe Beef, Dessert, or Fountain Drink! (Parties that make a reservation on 12/2 get an extra ticket!)Shinsengumi Shabu-Shabu is a JETRO (Japanese External Trade Organization) Certified Restaurant. JETRO acknowledges restaurants and retailers that use authentic Japanese products. From the ingredients we use in our kitchen, to the drinks we serve in the hall, we can confidently offer our customers an authentic Japanese dining experience. Choose from a variety of different broths, meats, add-ons, and vegetables that are included in our AYCE price of $34.99. We hope to be able to serve you all soon! Enhance your Shabu Shabu experience with our premium à la carte options: Kobe Style Beef (6oz $10)Japanese Wagyu Slices (3oz $15)Kagoshima Premium A5 Wagyu (3oz $20)

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2. Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba

4.6

Exceptional(27)

Price: Expensive

• Izakaya • Hawthorne / Gardena

Booked 2 times today

Izakaya "Akatsuki," meaning “dawn” in Japanese, is a family-owned Japanese restaurant in Gardena, California. Our owner specializes in handcrafted Japanese noodles, Udon and Soba.We serve freshly homemade Udon and Soba for lunch, along with a choice of delicious, fresh Sashimi bowls. In the evening, we transform into a Japanese Izakaya, offering small plate appetizers paired with our signature original cocktails and a wide selection of sake. Hot pots are also available during dinner time.Whether you’re dining alone or with a group of 20, our private rooms and banquet room can accommodate all your needs. Please come and enjoy our modern, authentic and traditional Japanese menu!

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3. Shin-Sen-Gumi Chanko Hot Pot – Gardena

4.8

Exceptional(2)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Hawthorne / Gardena

Booked 1 time today

**Please note you must order at least (1) Hot Pot per reservation**- Savor the rich flavors of authentic Chanko nabe at Shin-Sen-Gumi Chanko, located in Gardena, California. We invite you to enjoy our authentic Chanko Hot Pot, a nourishing stew deeply rooted in sumo wrestling culture, traditionally prepared by sumo wrestlers themselves. Choose from a selection of different types of Chanko nabe, where each pot is a symphony of textures and flavors, brimming with an array of carefully selected ingredients, from tender meats and fresh seafood to an assortment of colorful vegetables. Come dine with us and taste an authentic Chanko nabe fit for a sumo wrestler!**Please note you must order at least (1) Hot Pot per reservation**

4. Happa Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(6)

Price: Moderate

• Izakaya • Hawthorne / Gardena

Happa Restaurant, Gardena's hidden gem, is located within The New Gardena Hotel. We offer a diverse selection of Japanese cuisine accompanied by sake, wine, beer, and sho-chu. You can enjoy both indoor and patio dining options.Our menu features izakaya-style dishes, ranging from sizzling iron-plate steaks, homemade Mabo tofu, and stir-fried garlic sprouts to yellowtail jalapeno and delectable dinner plates, sure to satisfy your cravings.Additionally, our back room boasts a bar and dining area equipped with TV monitors, allowing you to catch sports games and stay entertained during your visit.Food last order 11:00 pm Monday - Saturday | 9:00 pm Sunday

5. Tasty kitchen

4.1

Excellent(3)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Hawthorne / Gardena

Come visit the newly remodeled Tasty Kitchen, with new ownership!

6. AMMATOLI

4.8

Exceptional(1508)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Long Beach

Booked 12 times today

The Levant is the place where the sun rises, geographically it covers the region bordering the eastern Mediterranean Sea. This region hosted a vast variety of cultures through history creating what is now known as the Levantine Cuisine which is the specialty of Ammatoli.AMMATOLI is distinctive and extraordinarily fresh and healthy. We use only the finest quality ingredients, honoring the traditional recipes and exotic flavors from the cuisines of the Levant... and served in a warm and welcoming ambiance! Our Mediterranean influenced kitchen gains inspiration from the best cuisine the Levant has to offer. Our fresh creative menu items are always made from scratch. The result is a cuisine that is tasty and exotic. Levantine food is the epitome of the Mediterranean diet, healthy food, high on vegetables and big on flavor!For parties of 7 or more, please visit our website and complete the "Events & Large Parties" form.

7. RYLA

4.8

Exceptional(947)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • Hermosa Beach

Booked 34 times today

RYLA's menu is inspired by Chef Ray's upbringing in Los Angeles combined with his Japanese technique.We are now booking reservations over the phone and online through OpenTable. Take Out is available through our website, www.eatRYLA.com We look forward to serving you!

8. Esperanza

4.7

Exceptional(745)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Manhattan Beach

Booked 17 times today

Inspired by both Cabo San Lucas’ beautiful coast and Mexico City’s vibrant cosmopolitan neighborhoods, Esperanza’s thoughtful design blurs the lines between art and function. Masterfully designed by internationally renowned Islandic architect Gulla Jónsdóttir, Esperanza’s interiors reflect an elevated coastal ambiance that exaggerates the grandeur of a beach town villa.Chef Ray Alvarez oversees a menu featuring fresh interpretations of Sonoran cuisine while Head Mixologists John Fox and Kevin Williams developed Esperanza’s bar program to not only include delicious and playful cocktails, but the two have also created the largest tequila list and mezcal collection in the South Bay.

9. The Strand House

4.6

Exceptional(3165)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manhattan Beach

Booked 25 times today

The Strand House is a sophisticated yet comfortable family-owned restaurant conceived by a small group of South Bay families out of their love for great food, wine and friends. With floor to ceiling glass windows and 180° sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, world travelers and locals alike may come for the view, but stay for Chef Chris Park’s Coastal California Cuisine.Our menu highlights the bounty of produce available year round in Southern California. Each week, our chefs roam the farmers market sourcing directly from the best farmers and purveyors around. The Strand House is also home to a thoughtful and carefully crafted cocktail and wine program that is sure to please each of our guests.We are located in beautiful downtown Manhattan Beach, just steps from the famous Manhattan Beach Pier. The Strand House offers a five-star experience with the warmth and hospitality you would expect from a beach town, where each guest is treated like family.

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10. JOEY Manhattan Beach

4.6

Exceptional(158)

Price: Expensive

• American • Manhattan Beach

Booked 38 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Nestled in the heart of Manhattan Village, our third Southern California location feels like a lush oasis. Extending over 9,400 square feet with an expansive 2,160 square foot patio, there’s plenty of room for all. Vibrant abstract artwork by local California artist Amber Goldhammer gives this space the positive vibes of an endless summer.

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DougVIP
Los Angeles •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Another tremendous dinner at this wonderful spot. Our server, Kim, was fantastic and had great recommendations. Faves were the Korean Spareribs and the lamb chops, but everything was great. Terrific evening.
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RYLAPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Asian• Hermosa Beach
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TomVIP
Los Angeles •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was great, drinks were good! We had the empanadas and the pollo brasero.
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Que Barbaro at Level 8Price: Expensive• South American• Downtown
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4.5
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Priscilla
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Celebrated my bday and it was Great customer service ,
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Proabition DTLAPrice: Moderate• American• Little Tokyo
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Reynaldo
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 2, 2024
Good service and good food. Worth trying! We celebrated my husband’s bday on a Sunday night. The host is very attentive. We enjoyed it!
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Daedo SikdangPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Koreatown
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4.8
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RobertVIP
Los Angeles •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 29, 2024
I had Thanksgiving here with a friend who wanted something untraditional. The food was delicious and the service was very attentive and helpful. It was a fantastic experience. Please don’t ruin it for me in the future by going there for Thanksgiving. You can go there any time!
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TsuriPrice: Moderate• Sushi• West Hollywood
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83 restaurants available nearby

1. Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-Shabu

2. Izakaya Akatsuki - Hand-crafted Udon Soba

3. Shin-Sen-Gumi Chanko Hot Pot – Gardena

4. Happa Restaurant

5. Tasty kitchen

6. AMMATOLI

7. RYLA

8. Esperanza

9. The Strand House

10. JOEY Manhattan Beach

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