Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Boulder

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1. Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - Boulder

4.8

Exceptional(2689)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Boulder

Booked 29 times today

We don't take ourselves too seriously at Jax Fish House. Two things we do take seriously? The freshness and sustainability of our seafood. You know fresh fish when you see, smell, and taste it-and thanks to modern delivery technology, we bring in that freshy-fresh seven days a week. Sustainability is a little more complicated. Not all commercial fisheries are created equal. That's why we work closely with our suppliers and science-based organizations to ensure that every single thing we serve is responsibly sourced. We consider the stocks of the species we source to prevent overfishing and we work with suppliers who harvest in ways that have minimal impacts on marine environments.

2. Cozobi Fonda Fina

4.9

Exceptional(65)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Boulder

Booked 52 times today

On a mission to share the beauty of Mexican culture through food, Chef Johnny Curiel opens Cozobi Fonda Fina as an encore to his beloved LoHi restaurant, Alma Fonda Fina. Named after Cozobi, the Zapotec god of corn, Cozobi Fonda Fina is rooted in Mexico’s centuries-old corn nixtamalization traditions and wood-fire cooking techniques that define its rich food history.

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3. Spruce Farm & Fish

4.3

Awesome(2008)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Boulder

Booked 33 times today

Spruce Farm & Fish serves creative and contemporary Brunch and Dinner menus utilizing the highest quality ingredients. Guests can indulge in Brunch any day of the week until 2pm. Partnering with sustainable oyster farms and fisheries, seafood at Spruce is flown in daily. Spruce offers rotating dinner specials, including certified Angus beef house-smoked prime rib. The bar offers espresso drinks, an extensive selection of wines, and locally sourced spirits and craft beers. Happy-hour specials are available daily and include seasonal small plates and fresh cocktails.Want to eat out without going out? Order your food to-go! Give us a call at 303-442-4880. Our top priority is the health and well-being of our staff, guests, Boulder community.

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4. Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. Boulder

4.7

Exceptional(1261)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Boulder

Booked 71 times today

The name Hapa is derived from the Hawaiian term that describes a harmonious blend of Asian and American cultures. Like our name, our food reflects this dynamic combination. The menu is based on traditional Japanese cooking fundamentals which are then amplified, muted, or mixed with influences from many different styles of cooking until they are something completely new: they're Hapa. We have stretched the boundaries of creativity to develop dishes that defy all the rules while holding true to our roots. We hope that you will find our menu innovative, uninhibited, and distinctly fun! Incomplete parties will not be sat until complete.

5. Japango Boulder

4.8

Exceptional(1510)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Boulder

Booked 45 times today

Japango, set in a historic building just west of Broadway on the Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, CO, offers a dynamic combination of traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine. Guests will enjoy a relaxed experience in an award winning space designed by nationally acclaimed architect, Scott Rodwin. In many ways this wildly popular restaurant feels like a direct extension of Boulder itself—sophisticated, casual and healthy. // It’s is the perfect place for a first date, a family gathering, or a night out with friends. In addition to an elegant—yet intimate and unpretentious—dining room, Japango features a large sushi bar, a Pearl Street patio, a back patio with fireplace, an enclosed patio that seats up to 10, and a lively bar and lounge area. // The full bar offers unique house cocktails, an extensive sake menu and the largest Japanese whisky selection in Colorado.

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6. The Post Chicken & Beer - Boulder

4.5

Awesome(419)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Boulder

Booked 16 times today

At The Post Chicken & Beer, we brew delicious, award-winning beers and fry up the crispiest, juiciest hot chicken around. We serve it with our kitchen's take on vegetarian and seafood dishes, fresh salads, farm fresh and innovative sides - classics remade for modern times and tastes. We make the traditional, uncommonly memorable

7. Sushi Zanmai

4.6

Exceptional(25)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Boulder

Booked 23 times today

Sushi Zanmai is celebrating its 38th year as Boulder's favorite sushi spot! Zanmai provides family friendly dining. Our daily happy hour features popular rolls and appetizers and of course, Sake Bombs! Sushi Zanmai has intimate dining for dates, sushi bar seating for guests who want to watch the chefs make their food, large tables for parties, and private Japanese tatami rooms for business meetings or raucous gatherings. The menu boasts both traditional Japanese kitchen food, sushi, and sashimi, as well as creative rolls and appetizers. Zanmai has vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, and vegan offerings. Reservations are encouraged for parties of 6 or more. This restaurant also offers to-go services.

8. Flagstaff House

4.8

Exceptional(5753)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Boulder

Booked 22 times today

Partners Executive Chef and Food Network Chopped Champion Chris Royster and General Manager Adam Monette welcome you to the Flagstaff House Restaurant for unparalleled Colorado dining experience. Located at an elevation of 6,000 feet, the Flagstaff House offers breathtaking views, new American cuisine, a world-renowned wine list and impeccable service. Local and seasonal cuisine take the spotlight in curating our menu. Offered are a four-course or Chef's multi-course tasting menu. The Monette family has owned the Flagstaff House since 1971 and holds many prestigious awards including Colorado's longest holding Wine Spectator Grand Award, Forbes Travel Guide Four Star rating and AAA Four Diamond status. Features include Men's Journal, Bon Appetite, Conde Nast Traveler, USA Today, 5280, Best of Boulder, Eater and many others. We look forward to welcoming you for a special dining experience.

9. St Julien Hotel

4.3

Awesome(53)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Boulder

Join us for special events and holidays in the Xanadu Ballroom at the iconic St Julien Hotel & Spa located in the heart of Boulder, Colorado. St Julien is rich in tradition when it comes to special events and holiday celebrations and you won't want to miss what we have in store this year. Both our Thanksgiving and Christmas Brunch will be complemented with live jazz, bloody mary bars and bottomless mimosas. Be sure to stop on the Terrace before or after brunch to capture that perfect photo with Flatirons looming in the background. Valet parking available!

10. Gemini

4.6

Exceptional(153)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Boulder

Booked 29 times today

Located on the historic Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, CO, Gemini is a full service restaurant focused on contemporary Spanish food and wine and its international influences. The menu is guided by the seasons and highlights sustainably farmed meats and produce from Colorado purveyors. Taking cues from the cuisines of Barcelona and San Sebastian, we offer traditional tapas items, including Patatas Bravas, Pan con Tomate, meatballs, and Boquerones. Larger dishes from land and sea include Octopus, Cauliflower a la Plancha, and Basque Braised Lamb.Our beverage program features organic, low-intervention wines from Spain and the West Coast, classic cocktails, and selections from Colorado’s craft brewing community.

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Salima
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Our experience was great at this location. Isaiah, our server, was attentive and welcoming. Absolutely love this location and vibe. Will definitely be coming back.
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My Neighbor Felix - CentennialPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Centennial
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4.4
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Avary
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our experience at Ash’kara both times i have been have been phenomenal. Both the drink and food menus are carefully crafted and very detailed. Every food item i have tried has been amazing and the staff took great care of us. Overall a great experience and one of my favorite restaurants in denver.
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Ash'KaraPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Highlands
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4.7
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HayleyVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very fun hip environment but didn’t care for order on phone and limited communication with waitstaff and the community seating area.
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Bao BrewhousePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Downtown / LoDo
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4.5
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Katie
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 Dec 2024
We had the best experience! This restaurant is so much fun and a great atmosphere, delicious drinks, and unique tasty food. We had a large group for a birthday party and they were so accommodating. We got our drinks and apps quickly and all the food was amazing. The ambience has a tropical club vibe without it being loud tacky. Great place for a group to have a good time! Be aware, parking is VERY difficult to find!
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Bang Up To The ElephantPrice: Moderate• Vegetarian / Vegan• Central
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4.9
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JoeyB
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Feb 2024
Food is good, margs were great, hard to hear my table mate for the loud music… it’s like a loud bar….loved the Valentine’s Day special and appreciate everyone who was working that night
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Los Chingones DTCPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Tech Center / Greenwood Village
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4.5

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - Boulder

2. Cozobi Fonda Fina

3. Spruce Farm & Fish

4. Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. Boulder

5. Japango Boulder

6. The Post Chicken & Beer - Boulder

7. Sushi Zanmai

8. Flagstaff House

9. St Julien Hotel

10. Gemini

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