Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Bernal Heights

184 restaurants available nearby

1. Blue Plate

4.9

Exceptional(1526)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Bernal Heights

Booked 1 time today

The Blue Plate opened in 1999 as a casual spot where friends and neighbors can enjoy the best ingredients our seasons have to offer. Owners Cory Obenour and Jeff Trenam have created a space that feels like a home, with three distinct dining rooms each appointed with the work of local artists. In the back, a lush, night-fragrant garden offers an exotic retreat from the bustle of the city. The kitchen stays committed to using the highest quality local produce and meats in classic American and rustic Mediterranean dishes. Through a working friendship with Bay Area farmers, the Blue Plate is expanding the notion of "the blue plate special" to include dining that is casual, affordable, delicious and responsible.

2. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(508)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 193 times today

Welcome to Elena's -- a place where a family’s love for authentic Mexican food is celebrated and combined with California-inspired elements and signature Mexican-American dishes. We offer reservations for up to 8 guests via OpenTable. At the time of your reservation, we kindly request the entire party be present to be seated. Tables will be held for up to 10 minutes after the reservation time. For parties that arrive later, the table will be released but we will do our best to accommodate the reservation with the next available table. Reservation requests via phone or email are not available at this time. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

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3. State Bird Provisions

4.7

Exceptional(3251)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Western Addition

Booked 135 times today

State Bird Provisions started as a recipe for serving quail, it has slowly evolved into a restaurant without any programmed elements.

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4. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1894)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 92 times today

Che Fico, is a California Italian restaurant from Chefs David Nayfeld and Matt Brewer in San Francisco's NOPA neighborhood. The food focuses on Italian cuisine through the lens of California. It’s our vision of Northern California as if it is a region in Italy, our connection to the region, and our love for Italian culinary practices. The rustic, market-driven menu features handmade pasta, pizzas, antipasti, housemade salumi, meat, and fish plus dishes from the Jewish-Roman heritage known as “Cucina Ebraica.” The beverage program focuses heavily on both Italian and Californian wines with a cocktail program that utilizes a variety of spirits, amaros, and seasonal ingredients. Che Fico is a place to gather with friends and enjoy warm hospitality, food, and drink, through an approachable menu and convivial ambiance.

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5. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

4.8

Exceptional(62)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 51 times today

Welcome to Little Original Joe's -- an Italian-American neighborhood eatery featuring pizza, pasta, and parmigiana in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood! Limited reservations are available for up to 6 guests -- we look forward to seeing you soon!

6. La Ciccia

4.7

Exceptional(2715)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Noe Valley

Booked 20 times today

We are currently open for both Indoor and Outdoor dining. - San Francisco can get very chilly at night. Please do not forget your jacket.La Ciccia is a cozy and intimate restaurant located on the edge of Noe Valley. The chef is committed to use the freshest and the most authentic ingredients from Sardinia resulting in pungent, lively, flavorful food. The all Italian wine list, 150 labels selection represent every Region with more than a quarter devote to Sardinia in order to pair the traditional earthy flavors as well seafood influence of Sardinia cuisine. La Ciccia is a tribute to Sardinia an experience not to be missed.

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7. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.9

Exceptional(9161)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 230 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

8. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(888)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 129 times today

Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.

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9. Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(4236)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 171 times today

Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.

10. Z & Y Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(318)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 13 times today

Chef Han has served two Chinese Presidents and was the previous Executive Chef in the office of the Consulate General of China in San Francisco.Z & Y Restaurant is an award winning and Michelin Guide recommended San Francisco Chinese restaurant which prepares all your favorite authentic Chinese cuisine, Szechuan regional specialties including spicy and non-spicy dishes, Mandarin style dim sum and family dishes.San Francisco residents, as well as tourist and dignitaries from all around the world come to Z & Y Restaurant for business lunch, dinners, special events and to order our fast and reliable Chinese take out.At Z & Y Restaurant, we prepare delicious Chinese cuisine that is full of flavor. We consider ourselves to be the best Chinese food restaurant around and with one bite from our amazing menu, we are confident you will feel the same. We invite you to come in and become a new loyal customer.

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Yuki
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
4.0
Dined today
We went there on a none busy day, it’s more quiet than usual. People are friendly and the food is reasonable for the price.
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Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Thai• Mission
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4.4
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LynnVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Elena’s has tasty food and a really kind, attentive staff. They serve delicious, thin crunchy chips.
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Elena'sPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Forest Hill / West Portal
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4.7
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WarrenVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •39 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great spot to have good tacos and drinks quaint and delicious. Nice neighborhood spot.
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Matador - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Downtown / Union Square
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4.4
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jennifer
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I can’t say enough about Base Camp. The food is authentic and full of flavor. The staff are kind and welcoming. My love for the comfort of Nepalese cuisine has been completely fulfilled by this place. The ribs, mo mo’s, and street style lo mein did not disappoint. Can’t wait to go back and try their curried dishes! It’s a popular spot, so reserve in advance and tip generously ~*
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Base CampPrice: Moderate• Asian• Mission
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4.9
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stuartVIP
London •74 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Kind of chaotic, sit at this table then no take this one. Food pretty excellent with the exception of Beef with Chilli Oil- overwhelmed by the oil. Other dishes were excellent. Overall good experience.
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Z & Y RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.6

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184 restaurants available nearby

1. Blue Plate

2. Elena's

3. State Bird Provisions

4. Che Fico San Francisco

5. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

6. La Ciccia

7. Kokkari Estiatorio

8. Dalida

9. Original Joe's - San Francisco

10. Z & Y Restaurant

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