Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

139 restaurants available nearby

1. Kiran's

4.8

Exceptional(2781)

Price: Very Expensive

• Indian • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 36 times today

James Beard semi-finalist for Best Chef Texas and Top Chef Season 19 judge Kiran Verma, considered the ‘godmother of Indian fine dining,’ has created world-class north Indian cuisine at her eponymous restaurant. Come and enjoy good food and great service in a fabulous environment.Signature dishes include rack of lamb with aloo methi, Chilean sea bass with mango chutney, chicken tikka masala and a vegetarian thali. Specialty cocktails range from the Jahangir Lassi (house-infused pineapple rum, passion fruit, mango lassi, pistachio) to a Chai Old Fashioned to a Cardamom Basil Gin & Tonic.The restaurant serves Afternoon Tea every Friday, Saturday and Sunday - a four-course Indian and English tea experience. Chef Kiran has created her own chai blend.

A photo of Arnaldo Richards' Picos restaurant

2. Arnaldo Richards' Picos

4.8

Exceptional(1278)

Price: Expensive

• Regional Mexican • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 8 times today

Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine in a warm, lively atmosphere that will transport you to the finest restaurants in Mexico. Since its inception in 1984, Arnaldo Richards' Picos has been recognized as one of Houston's premier award-winning Mexican restaurants. Executive Chef/Owner Arnaldo Richards skillfully blends his contemporary culinary concepts with traditional Mexican cooking techniques, while remaining faithful to the deeply rooted and authentic flavors of the seven regions of Mexican cuisine. Picos is the perfect place for friends, family, business associates and private parties to enjoy a remarkable dining experience and extraordinary drinks. Takeout & Catering are also available.

A photo of Capone's Oven & Bar restaurant

3. Capone's Oven & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(145)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Capone’s Oven & Bar is located at 2303 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77098 and our phone number is (832)767-1794. We are a 1920’s style bar and oven offering the finest in gourmet pizzas, salads, and appetizers all prepared right in front of your eyes and cooked to perfection in our state of the art brick oven. A few of Capone’s specialities are the Capone’s pizza made with arugula, procuitto and topped with truffle oil, or The Godfather pizza made with pepperoni, Italian sausage and jalapeños. Food is served Wednesday through Saturday until 1:45 am and Sunday through Tuesday until 11:45 for your convenience and go beautifully with Capone’s wine list or wide selection of bourbons and single-malt scotch. Also, we feature LIVE MUSIC Wednesday – Saturday evenings, cover charges do not apply. Please see our calendar of events page to get the latest information for our live music line up.

A photo of Drake's Hollywood - Houston restaurant

4. Drake's Hollywood - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(130)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Montrose

Booked 69 times today

An Old Hollywood party - dry-aged steaks & cold martinis *Drake's Hollywood accepts reservations for parties of 7 or less. For parties of 8+ please contact houston@drakeshollywood.com. Happy Hour is available weekdays 4pm to 6pm and 9pm-C in the bar. Children under the age of 6 years of old are not permitted

5. Grace's

4.8

Exceptional(4281)

Price: Expensive

• American • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 25 times today

Brunch on Saturday and Sunday is primarily first come, first served. If you do not see the time you want available online, please call us directly. When owner Johnny Carrabba set out on his next restaurant venture, he knew his vision would include the fond memories he had of his dear grandmother Grace Mandola. Grace, also known to the family as Mama, was a Sicilian woman born to immigrant parents in Louisiana. She had a flair for cooking, hospitality, and deep faith.She was known to make bread from scratch every Saturday for her legendary three-hour Sicilian Sunday lunches; and, her newly established family roots in Louisiana added interesting flavors to her home cooked meals. The entire Mandola family, including her five children and fourteen grandchildren, was regularly greeted in her home with smells of warm bread, well brewed sauces and homemade soups. It was around her table that her family learned the true meaning and value of relationships, friendships and good food.

6. Street To Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(826)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • East End

Booked 46 times today

Enjoy unapologetically authentic Thai food in the East End. All food is made from scratch by native Thai chef and James Beard Award winner for Best Chef: Texas Benchawan Jabthong Painter.Chef Benchawan and her husband—who also spend time in their Bangkok home each year—have painstakingly built out a restaurant that would fit into Bangkok’s hip Thong Lor neighborhood, but they have located it in Houston. Expect trendy Thai vibes, music, strong cocktails and an adventurous wine list to accompany Chef Benchawan’s acclaimed dishes.The largest party Street to Kitchen can accommodate is 6 people. If more than 6, you can arrange a private Thai tasting menu, including a minimum spend. please contact us via email at eatthai@streettokitchen.org Thai tasting menus can also be made available for smaller parties if confirmed at least one week before via the same email.

7. Milton's

new

4.7

Exceptional(52)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rice Village

Booked 22 times today

Formerly known as Eau Tour, Milton's is an Italian-American trattoria from the same team that you already know and love! Milton's will feature homemade pastas and wood-fired meats, and an array of craft cocktails made to be enjoyed in our vibrant, revamped space. Opening soon!

A photo of Hudson House - River Oaks restaurant

8. Hudson House - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(387)

Price: Moderate

• American • River Oaks

Booked 56 times today

With its East Coast-inspired “old-school casual” design and menu, Hudson House offers straightforward, timeless American dishes for lunch and dinner. Oysters are flown in daily and are best paired with their legendary “World’s Coldest Martinis."

9. MaKiin

4.5

Awesome(271)

Price: Very Expensive

• Thai • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 19 times today

The ultimate culinary journey at our award-winning Thai fine dining restaurant, where our masterful chef's innovative and unparalleled creations are sure to impress. With numerous accolades and awards, our chef uses only the finest and freshest ingredients to create culinary experiences like no other.

10. State of Grace

4.8

Exceptional(3348)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • River Oaks

Booked 31 times today

State of Grace is a coastal, South Texas neighborhood restaurant in the refurbished Lamar-River Oaks Shopping Center. Elegant but casual, its elevated comfort food by executive chef Bobby Matos is executed at the highest level in a welcoming, beautiful space. The jubilant medley of old favorites played with new spice, accent, and freshness lends itself to southern, American, Latin, Gulf Coast, German and Asian influences. Chef-owner Ford Fry’s first venture outside of Atlanta, State of Grace is located in the neighborhood where Ford grew up and nods to his childhood memories fused with Houston’s evolution into a melting pot of cultures and cuisines.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

M
Marian
Houston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had an early Thanksgiving celebration with my brother-in-law at Musaafer's. We had eaten there before but everything seemed even better this time than before. For appetizers, we had Mithu's Coriander Shrimp, Seekh Kebab (beef), and Shammi Kebab. For the main dish, we had Butter Chicken Experience and Rizala Lamb Chops (my favorite). We also had basmati rice, garlic naan, and tandoori roti. And if that wasn't enough, we had 2 wonderful desserts that were beautifully presented. Everything was tasty, the ambiance was stunning yet quiet, and we will be back again, for sure. The waitstaff was great!
More info
MusaaferPrice: Very Expensive• Indian• Galleria / Uptown
•
4.8
S
Samanthavip
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing Staff.... Delicious Food.... Over the Top Exceptional Service
More info
MaKiinPrice: Very Expensive• Thai• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
•
4.5
P
Penneyvip
Houston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is our go to place when family comes in from out of town. In fact, I did not feel like cooking tonight, so we ate lunch here and ordered food to go for dinner!
More info
Street To KitchenPrice: Expensive• Thai• East End
•
4.7
E
Emily
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was our first time trying North Italia and we absolutely will be returning. The waiter did a great job with recommendations and was extremely kind. We had the calamari and shrimp scampi as appetizers and they were both amazing! Then of course we had to try the vodka pasta and squid ink SOOOO good! We will definitely be returned very soon!
More info
North Italia – BLVDPrice: Moderate• Italian• Galleria / Uptown
•
4.7
K
Keithvip
Houston •39 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
Great food, drinks and service. Always enjoy eating at Pico's.
More info
Arnaldo Richards' PicosPrice: Expensive• Regional Mexican• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
•
4.8

Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Neighborhoods

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Award-winning

Accessibility

139 restaurants available nearby

1. Kiran's

2. Arnaldo Richards' Picos

3. Capone's Oven & Bar

4. Drake's Hollywood - Houston

5. Grace's

6. Street To Kitchen

7. Milton's

8. Hudson House - River Oaks

9. MaKiin

10. State of Grace

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable