Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Central

132 restaurants available nearby

1. Luca

4.8

Exceptional(2093)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central

Booked 16 times today

Chef Frank Bonanno dug into his Sicilian heritage and east coast roots to create this authentic, rustic Italian eatery. Luca has amazing personal touches from the daily made breads and pastas to the meats and cheeses cured in house, to the charcoal drawing of Bonanno’s son (and the restaurant’s namesake) that hangs in the dining room. Luca is heartwarming and satisfying from the wood-fired pizzas to the hand-rolled pastas to the perfectly seared proteins. It’s not your ordinary pile-of-pasta-and-sauce Italian joint; it’s the real (and tasty) deal.

2. 100% de Agave

4.1

Excellent(383)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 2 times today

Like Tequila distilling, 100% de Agave has taken years to perfect our menu, decor, and location. Downtown Denver has witnessed a menu or experience like what we have waited patiently to provide. Come experience our selection of over 100 premium tequilas, the tastes of old Jalisco, Mexico and the hospitality of our Mexican culture. FREE PARKING AT THE BEAUVALLON.

3. Xiquita

4.7

Exceptional(106)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Denver

Booked 9 times today

Xiquita is a highly anticipated restaurant that brings the vibrant flavors and rich culture of Mexico City to the Mile High City. Inspired by the diverse culinary traditions of Mexico, Xiquita offers a unique dining experience that celebrates the country's indigenous ingredients and cooking techniques. Led by Chef Erasmo Casiano, the restaurant's name, Xiquita, is a playful twist on "chiquita," a term of endearment for Casiano's mother, and a nod to the indigenous languages of Mexico.At Xiquita, diners can expect to find dishes that are both authentic and innovative. The menu features a variety of traditional Mexican dishes, such as tamales and tortillas, made with locally sourced ingredients. Guests can also enjoy unique creations like the Infladita de Carne Apache, a play on steak tartare, and the Tikin Xic, a Yucatan dish featuring fish grilled over charcoal in a banana leaf.Join us for a dining experience you won't soon forget!

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4. Quality Italian- Denver

4.7

Exceptional(3069)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 73 times today

Quality Italian in Denver is open for indoor dining and outdoor patio dining with seating also available in our covered and heated outdoor cabins,Visit us at www.qualityitaliandenver.com for more information.

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5. North Italia – Denver

4.8

Exceptional(4342)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cherry Creek

Booked 63 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

6. Salt Water Social - Denver

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3.5

Very Good(73)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Cherry Creek

Booked 49 times today

Salt Water Social is your passport to the seven seas, featuring an array of signature and unique fresh seafood items, complemented by the highest quality beef dishes and elegant, delicious cocktails.Bright, fresh and influenced by the tales of the mermaids, the beautiful and colorful dining room provides an escape from the everyday.Begin your escape today into this cove of craveable delights in Denver, Colorado

7. Bao Brewhouse

4.5

Awesome(941)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 28 times today

(RESERVATIONS FOR THE TAP ROOM ARE ONLY AVAILABLE DURING LUNCH HOURS and MONDAY EVENINGS)(ONE AND A HALF HOUR TIME LIMIT)Bao Brewhouse is a multi-concept restaurant, the first floor is known as the Tap Room, in which you will find service via QR codes, WALK-IN'S ONLY, Chinese street food inspired fare and a local rotating draft list. The second floor is known as our Tea Room, there you will find a more traditional dining experience with a twist. The Tea Room menu and ambiance lend to more curated and intimate affair, with a vast tea selection ranging from herbal to puer, a thoughtfully selected wine list with a tea-centric cocktail program to satisfy even the most adventurous of palates. The Tea room has a DJ every Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday giving the room a not-so-stuffy feeling.**Please note** Bao Brewhouse holds two separate flights of stairs to enter each of the two dining rooms. The building does NOT have an elevator. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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8. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4456)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 80 times today

Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar in Downtown Denver provides first class Italian cuisine! Facilitating all of your event needs, from private receptions, corporate events, anniversaries and birthdays. Our amazing wine list showcases 500 Italian wines and 300 worldwide wines. At the moment we do not offer valet parking, however The Crawford offers valet parking and is available in front of Union Station. Please note, we are not affiliated with The Crawfords' Valet Parking or the parking garages around our location, thank you; Ciao!

9. Matsuhisa Denver

4.9

Exceptional(2762)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Cherry Creek

Booked 55 times today

Featuring Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature new-style Japanese cuisine, Matsuhisa Denver anchors the ground floor of the Steele Creek luxury apartment building in Cherry Creek, Denver’s premier shopping, restaurant, and entertainment district. Our 7,800 square foot dining room is open for dinner service from 5pm nightly. Takeout available nightly from 5-9pm. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s world-famous cuisine draws influence from his classical training in Tokyo and his life abroad in Peru, Argentina, and around the world, showcasing signature dishes such as Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Black Cod Miso and Whitefish Tiradito.

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10. Mister Oso Wash Park

4.7

Exceptional(182)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Wash Park

Booked 11 times today

Mister Oso opened in Denver’s RiNo Arts District in the fall of 2019 and immediately received recognition as one of Thrillist’s places to “Find the Best Mexican in Denver” two years in a row, as well as being named as one of 16 “Best Restaurants in Denver” by The Infatuation. Our team continues to explore the playful and flavorful menu at Mister Oso with rotating taco dishes, Peruvian cebiche, and crudo, as well as crave-worthy vegetarian offerings.The vibrant energetic atmosphere lends itself perfectly to a night out with friends or casual date night. The transportive vibes are enhanced with the tropical plants and decor as the seasonal menu and agave-spirits cocktail bar afford a micro vacation from the bustle of RiNo, Our inventive Non-Alcoholic Agua Fresca cocktail program ensures that everyone gets to enjoy a delicious, hand-crafted beverage.

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KrisVIP
Denver / Colorado •16 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Great food - loved all of the dip Choices and the breads were amazing! Very knowledgable staff and perfect service. Highly recommend.
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Ash'KaraPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Highlands
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4.7
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Ken
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Authentic Mexican and Spanish cuisine with a fine dining quality to it was a unique and exceptional experience. This will be a must go to spot for years to come. The ceviche stole the show and the wait staff was attentive and super helpful offering suggestions and sharing knowledge of each dish.
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XiquitaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Denver
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4.7
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Deborah
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food, drinks, and service. Nicely decorated for the holidays. Felix is one of my go to places to meet up with friends.
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My Neighbor Felix - CentennialPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Centennial
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4.3
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Leigh AnnVIP
Denver / Colorado •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everyone in our group enjoyed our experience at Bao Brewhouse. I was complimented several times later in the evening about the great choice of restaurant. The food was delicious; sauces are amazing! What a great place to go before the theater! Thank you!
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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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132 restaurants available nearby

1. Luca

2. 100% de Agave

3. Xiquita

4. Quality Italian- Denver

5. North Italia – Denver

6. Salt Water Social - Denver

7. Bao Brewhouse

8. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

9. Matsuhisa Denver

10. Mister Oso Wash Park

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