Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Downtown / Loop

276 restaurants available nearby

1. The Gage

4.7

Exceptional(11919)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 146 times today

The Gage has become a perennial favorite of locals and visitors alike for over ten years by effortlessly blending European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award-winning wine list all in a lively, convivial setting. Known as a “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene, The Gage continues to evolve by serving well-rounded food and beverage menus that feature classic dishes and drinks with contemporary twists rooted in tradition.

2. Chateau Carbide

3.8

Excellent(209)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • River North (Chicago)

Welcome to Château Carbide, our botanical-driven, absinthe-inspired cocktail bar, featuring seasonal light bites from Pendry Chefs. Perched on the rooftop of Pendry Chicago, this indoor-outdoor al fresco destination evokes the airy, effortless allure of the French countryside with a sun-drenched garden setting overlooking the city.Please note the following policies:**Chateau Carbide is a 21+ establishment**Light Bite service is available until 10:00 PM**Outdoor tables are subject to availability, and a reservation does not constitute an outdoor table. We do our best to accommodate all guest seating requests.

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3. PERILLA steakhouse - Riverwalk

4.5

Awesome(123)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Downtown / Loop

Booked 33 times today

A modern interpretation of the classic Chicago steakhouse inspired by traditional Korean flavors. The MICHELIN-recognized PERILLA brand pays homage to the city’s iconic steakhouse roots while introducing a new iteration of the classic dining concept. Designed to be an energetic and explorative dining experience, the restaurant features custom grill tables and a one of a kind tasting menu featured on the Chef Counter.

4. Acanto

4.8

Exceptional(3822)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / Loop

Booked 39 times today

Across from Millennium park and along Chicago’s Cultural Mile, Acanto Restaurant + Wine Bar is a treasured destination for those who appreciate authentic and approachable Italian food in a conversation-friendly atmosphere. Acanto serves seasonally-driven Italian cuisine from both regions of Italy utilizing artisanal ingredients from Midwest farmers and producers. Acanto boasts one of the most lauded wine programs in the US, including a 3-star rating by World of Fine Wine and a two-glass “Best of Excellence” rating by Wine Spectator. The libations menu is rounded out by Italian classics including spritzes and negronis along with craft cocktails, beer, and spirits. The word Acanto is the Italian translation of Acanthus, the flowery leaf featured prominently in Roman architecture. Famed architect Louis Sullivan used Acanthus in his distinctive terra cotta ornamentation found on the facade of the historically-landmarked building that houses Acanto.

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5. The Berghoff Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(2479)

Price: Moderate

• German • Downtown / Loop

Booked 61 times today

---The Berghoff Restaurant is a Chicago landmark, serving German-style cuisine and culture since 1898. One of the oldest family-run businesses in the nation, now run by the fourth generation, Pete Berghoff. Today's Berghoff menus have evolved to add newer, lighter, and more contemporary dishes, but it's still the same old Berghoff, down to the famous root beer. In December 2018, the Berghoff family opened Adams Street Brewery, aptly named after the street they have called home for over a century, to nod to their brewing roots and commemorate the restaurant's 120th anniversary.

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6. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago (Wacker Dr.)

4.4

Awesome(4321)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown / Loop

Booked 48 times today

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks on Chicago's Wacker Drive is conveniently located in the Loop, just minutes away from Chicago Theater, Oriental Theater, Millennium Park, various shopping areas and some of Chicago's best hotels.From fresh seafood and shellfish to Steak and garden fresh salads, our goal is to exceed your dining expectations.As our guest, you will experience culinary excellence at its best. Our menus reflect seafood from the Pacific Rim, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. We also source products from local ranches, farms, and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes.

7. Atwood

4.4

Awesome(4547)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 29 times today

Atwood proudly offers alluring libations and a wildly guest-pleasing menu filled with your favorite all-day American cuisine courtesy of Executive Chef, David Fingerman. Whether for happy hour cocktails, a theater dinner, or the date of a lifetime, Atwood is Chicago’s premier spot to mix, mingle and delight in the joys of food and drink.Atwood’s soaring dining room is strikingly modern with white marble surfaces, glossy subway-tiled walls, and massive windows ideal for watching the State Street shoppers stroll by.

8. Boleo

4.4

Awesome(565)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 6 times today

The cuisine and culture of Latin America make their way to the Windy City in our industrial-chic rooftop bar and lounge, Boleo, where you can find small plates for snacking and sharing, delicious cocktails that transport you to Peru, and house music that will make you want to learn to salsa. Come rain or shine we have you covered with our retractable roof!

9. Aba - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2582)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 212 times today

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

10. Gibsons Italia

4.8

Exceptional(3872)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 164 times today

Gibsons Italia is built on a tradition & elegance that is relentless in the pursuit of the very best. Chef-driven tastes of Italy are paired with the superiority of Gibsons Steakhouse, creating a restaurant that makes the familiar, exceptional. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

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Rosemaryvip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server was excellent. He asked all the right questions to ensure our courses arrived at the right time. Very attentive and yet gave us space. The food was really tasty, fresh and cooked to perfection. Our wine and cocktails were excellent as well.
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The GagePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
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4.7
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Morgan
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •11 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was a last minute reservation for a large party on a work trip. I had always wanted to go to an Eataly, so this worked out great that we could have dinner and explore the store. The food was pretty good, and best of all we could hear our conversation.
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Vino & - Eataly ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.2
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Meredithvip
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •18 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
The service started out strong, then petered out. Our meal, however, was quite good, and we would most likely return.
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Mia FrancescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.6
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JASON
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
Great food and variety. On the spicy side (make sure that works for all members of your party). Would definitely return.
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Bar Goa-ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Indian• River North (Chicago)
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4.2
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Johnsonvip
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 5, 2024
Very Good food and service , will come back again .
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Lao Sze Chuan - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Chinese• River North (Chicago)
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4.1

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276 restaurants available nearby

1. The Gage

2. Chateau Carbide

3. PERILLA steakhouse - Riverwalk

4. Acanto

5. The Berghoff Restaurant

6. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago (Wacker Dr.)

7. Atwood

8. Boleo

9. Aba - Chicago

10. Gibsons Italia

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