Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Asheville

13 restaurants available nearby

1. The Blackbird

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Asheville

Booked 17 times today

**PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR THANKSGIVING MENU FOUND AT WWW.THEBLACKBIRDRESTAURANT.COM WILL BE THE ONLY MENU OFFERED ON THANKSGIVING DAY**The Blackbird Restaurant is a Chef Owned Restaurant serving local, fresh ingredients. The Blackbird’s goal is to delight guests with cooking grounded in the traditions and ingredients of the Carolinas creating an unique and vibrant menu – New American with Southern Flares.The menu features the seasonal best from local farmers, fresh catches from the coast of the Carolinas, incredible local micro-brews, specialty cocktails, and great wines from the around the world. Our menu changes seasonally to reflect the bounty of the area and the chef’s creativity. The Blackbird’s award-winning food, desserts and prompt service will impress you every time.We are located in the heart of downtown Asheville, on Biltmore Ave. You can find us at the corner of The Aloft Hotel.Parking Garage is located at the back on Lexington Ave. The first hour is free.

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2. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

4.6

Exceptional(5853)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Asheville

Booked 22 times today

We are in OpenTable's Top 100 Places to Brunch in America!At Tupelo Honey, we create breakfasts, brunches, lunches and suppers that invite you to put on your Sunday’s best and gather around the table for gracious and delicious Southern food. This original, flagship location boasts over 20 years of delighting diners and providing a high energy environment that is synonymous the Asheville community. Reservations highly recommended.

3. Laila

4.8

Exceptional(132)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Asheville

Booked 21 times today

Step into the vibrant world of an modern Indian cuisine restaurant, where the aromas of spices and sizzling delicacies instantly transport you to India. The ambiance is lively and colorful, reflecting the spirit of modern Indian culture. The menu showcases an array of mouthwatering dishes, from tandoori kebabs to rich curries to buttery naan and aromatic biryanis. Each dish is meticulously prepared, blending a symphony of spices that leave your taste buds tingling with delight. The warmth and hospitality of the staff make you feel at home. Whether you're a fan of fiery flavors or milder options, Laila is an unforgettable gastronomic journey through the flavors of India.

4. Mehfil

4.8

Exceptional(558)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Asheville

Booked 15 times today

Nestled in the heart of downtown Asheville, decorated with carvings, and statues imported from India. Mëhfil brings you authentic Indian food in a beautifully relaxed atmosphere.Come enjoy a casual meal with friends or a celebration with your loved ones. Either way, you'll be taken care of by our knowledgeable and friendly team. We take pride in what we serve and how we serve it - Good Food and Great Service. We also offer takeout, delivery, catering and in Jul 2023 we have added Mow, Mehfil on Wheels, a food truck serving Mehfil food. Mow is a regular at the local breweries and can even come in to your neighborhood. Our signature dishes include the lamb chops, goat curry, deluxe mixed grill-an assortment of lamb and chicken seekh kebab, tandoori shrimp and lamb chops. No one does the tandoor as good us and our awards are testimony to that. *FOR PARTIES OF 9 OR MORE, PLEASE CONTACT THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY, HAVE A CREDIT CARD READY WHEN CALLING TO SET THE DEPOSIT*

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5. The Market Place Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(4049)

Price: Expensive

• American • Asheville

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to The Market Place, Asheville's culinary gem nestled in the heart of downtown! Led by Chef William Dissen, our restaurant celebrates the vibrant flavors of the region with a menu featuring locally sourced ingredients from within a 100-mile radius of Asheville. We're proud to have been named a semi-finalist for the prestigious James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant. Join us for dinner beginning at 5 pm where you can enjoy our delicious dishes alongside a local beer or a handmade cocktail.Due to the unpredictable weather in the mountains, patio tables cannot be reserved.

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6. Bold Rock – Downtown Asheville

4.1

Excellent(89)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Explore what Bold Rock has to offer at our Downtown Asheville taproom. Join us for world-class cider, cocktails, beer, and a from-scratch food menu perfect for lunch, dinner, or happy hour! Plus, we offer a southern-style brunch every Saturday and Sunday.

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7. Mela Indian Restaurant

5.0

Exceptional(235)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Asheville

Booked 8 times today

Mela Indian Restaurant in Asheville, North Carolina offers authentic Indian food made fresh daily from local and organic ingredients. It has been voted the Best Indian Restaurant every year since 2007 by the Mountain Xpress Readers� Poll and even received a very favorable review in the New York Times. If you like Indian breads, you�ll appreciate the many options available at Mela. There is naan, garlic naan, peshwari naan, pudine naan, poori and paratha available. While Mela offers many traditional vegetarian menu items, there are plenty with meat in them, too. You can order the tandoori chicken salad, Mela chicken curry or the chicken pakoras, just to name a few.

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8. Cedric's Tavern - Biltmore Estate

4.6

Exceptional(3847)

Price: Moderate

• American • Asheville

Booked 6 times today

Located on Biltmore Estate, this warm, relaxing tavern overlooks the village green at Antler Hill Village. The décor, ambience, and menu pay tribute to the neighborhood pubs of Britain and Ireland. Enjoy satisfying pub fare alongside robustly flavored American and global cuisine presented with Biltmore flair. On tap are Biltmore's own Cedric's Pale Ale and Cedric's Brown Ale in addition to award-winning Biltmore wines and a full bar. *Please be aware that you must have a valid paid estate admission ticket, be a guest of Inn on Biltmore Estate or Village Hotel, or be a Biltmore Annual Passholder to dine on property*. Outdoor dining is available in season. Please note that due to limited seating availability we are unable to accept reservations for our patio. All patio seating is assigned on a first come first served basis.

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9. Red Stag Grill at Grand Bohemian Hotel Asheville

4.8

Exceptional(5970)

Price: Expensive

• American • Asheville

The undeniable aroma of comfort food is impossible to ignore, as is the warm rustic-modern lodge atmosphere at one of the most unique restaurants in Asheville. Red Stag Grill makes everything larger than life, especially the menu. A delicious culture clash of flavors blends into the remarkable-European comfort food with a Carolina twist. Later, unwind and abandon your after-dinner plans as you sip a signature cocktail in one of the more rustic bars in Biltmore Village. This is Bohemia. Stay awhile and discover an appetite for something you've never tasted before.Complimentary valet parking is available.

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10. Little Pearl Asheville

4.3

Awesome(228)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Asheville

Booked 1 time today

We are a proud family owned and operated establishment with a special focus on our raw-bar and seafood, killer burgers/buns and an impressive selection of craft beers, domestics and imported beers! Our wine list has offerings of whites, reds and bubbles that perfectly pair with your favorite East and/or West coast oysters or our divine Surf & Turf burger! The mountains of Asheville and the surrounding areas provide an abundance of incredible resources that we are thrilled to have at our fingertips and our rockstar staff will make sure you have an incredible experience from start to finish!

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. The Blackbird

2. Tupelo Honey - Downtown Asheville

3. Laila

4. Mehfil

5. The Market Place Restaurant

6. Bold Rock – Downtown Asheville

7. Mela Indian Restaurant

8. Cedric's Tavern - Biltmore Estate

9. Red Stag Grill at Grand Bohemian Hotel Asheville

10. Little Pearl Asheville

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