Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Chapel Hill

12 restaurants available nearby

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1. Cholanad Restaurant and Bar

4.1

Excellent(525)

Price: Moderate

• South Indian • Chapel Hill

Booked 2 times today

Cholanad Team is focused on delivering the South Indian culinary experience in a world class style. We are aspiring to become a world leader in ethnic cuisine experience that includes food, ambiance and service.

2. Bombolo

4.5

Awesome(281)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Chapel Hill

Booked 5 times today

Named 2023 Restaurant of the Year by Eater. Dishes you’ve long loved served alongside dishes you’ve never heard of make our ever-changing menu an adventure you’ll want to embark on often. Our wine list is as varied as our food, and every one of our cocktails has been created just for Bombolo by our mixologist.

3. Jujube

4.7

Exceptional(1450)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Chapel Hill

Booked 16 times today

Jujube offers a unique culinary experience to the Triangle that brings Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Indian and Indonesian cuisine infused with the finest Western influenced flavors. We feature an extensive collection of craft beer, a wide variety of wines that elegantly complement our menu, as well as a refreshing assortment of signature cocktails. Escape the ordinary. Come enjoy our social and harmonious environment where Asian themed decor and soft lantern lighting awaits you. In the warmer months, enjoy dining al fresco on our screened patio. At Jujube we aim to bring you an eclectic myriad of tastes in an ambiance that brings together both the beauty of Asian tradition paired with a whimsical modern twist. Curbside Pickup and Dine in daily. Reservations or call ahead strongly encouraged.

4. Elements

4.8

Exceptional(2426)

Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Chapel Hill

Booked 14 times today

Elements is OPEN for DINE IN & TAKEOUT! From the moment you walk in to the last delicious morsel you will taste, we promise to deliver a unique and exquisite dining experience. Our cuisine combines classical as well as modern Asian and European cooking techniques to enhance the flavors of local and sustainable ingredients. Our menu changes often to capitalize on the freshest and most seasonal fare. We believe George Barnard Shaw said it best when he said. There is no love sincerer than the love of food." We couldn't agree more. From fork to mouth, we wish you good eats.Elements Team

5. Talulla's

4.7

Exceptional(1233)

Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Chapel Hill

Booked 11 times today

When you walk through the shadowed glass doors of Talulla's, an instant transformation begins to occur. Your mind and body begin to relax. Your ears pick up on the eclectic mix of music. Your eyes wonder around the walls, decorated in Turkish rugs; then the ceilings, scattered with warm, unique lighting pieces; then the floors... the dark, hardwood floors; and finally, across the plush seating areas, disguised by cushions and pillows and fabric leisurely draped around the frames.

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6. Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Chapel Hill

4.7

Exceptional(441)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Chapel Hill

Booked 14 times today

Rated as the # 1 Indian Restaurant in Triangle, Lime & Lemon Indian Grill offers an immersive dining experience with exquisite dishes that will take you on a journey through India's many regions, traditions and festivals. We meticulously curate using only the best ingredients to create dishes that are authentic, unsurpassed, and timeless. All this in an ultra-modern setting to ensure your dining affair is nothing short of perfect.Featured in the October 2019 edition of News & Observer and received a 4 out of 5 star rating. It has been consistently voted as one of the Top 10 Ethnic restaurants and has also been recognized as the Best Indian Restaurant in the Triangle for 2019, 2020 and 2021.

7. Coco Bistro

4.4

Awesome(39)

Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Chapel Hill

Coco is designed beautifully with indoor and outdoor spaces to offer you a fun and delightful dining experience. We have been workshopping our new plant-based dishes for months now, creating nearly everything in-house, from scratch - and we are absolutely thrilled with all of our new dishes. And, of course, our full wine, beer and cocktail menu complements our foods wonderfully. Just some of our "Best Of Chapel Hill" 100% plant-based options include: Peach & Avocado Bruschetta, Red Cream Paneer Curry, Taglietelle Alfredo with Wild Mushrooms, Coco Signature Impossible Burgers with sauteed mushrooms, crispy shallots on our housemade brioche bun, Pesto Linguine, Caesar Quinoa Salad, Baby Bellas & Rosemary on Truffle-Buttered Toasts, Strawberry Cheesecake-Stuffed Cookies, Peach Cobbler A La Mode and Rosewater Malabi Custard. (most items are available gluten-free).We hope to see you for dinner soon!

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8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Durham

4.6

Exceptional(2066)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Durham

Booked 9 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Durham is located in the Renaissance Center at Southpoint; adjacent to the Hilton Garden Inn. Whether you’re planning a casual dinner with friends, a party to celebrate, business meeting or banquet or a romantic dinner, Ruth’s Chris Steak House is the most distinctive dining destination in the area. Ruth’s Chris professional, but personable staff will make your evening a sizzling success with first class service that is attentive but never fussy.

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9. Maggiano's - Durham

4.6

Exceptional(4449)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Durham

Booked 68 times today

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Durham and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. We are centrally located for UNC Chapel Hill, Duke University, NC State and NC Central, making us a great destination for visiting parents and students. The 17 theater cinema located at the Streets at Southpoint makes our location the perfect place for dinner and a movie. Visit us at 8030 Renaissance Pkwy or book your reservation today!

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10. P.F. Chang's - Durham

4.1

Excellent(254)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Durham

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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Jennifervip
Coastal North Carolina •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was amazing as always. Matthew is the best and most thoughtful server - always check son my young son to make sure the food is not too spicy. Matthew always make great recommendations that never disappoint. Great atmosphere- high energy with full tables but never too loud. Best Indian food in Raleigh!
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Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - RaleighPrice: Moderate• Indian• Raleigh
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4.8
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Kim
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
What an enjoyable date night. Highly recommend. 5 stars for sure.
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Little BullPrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Durham
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4.8
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Charlie
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
An excellent Asian fusion restaurant, our favorite go-to for joyous reasons of the entire region. Everything is prepared to perfection, and the presentation is equally perfect. Our server was gracious, attentive without hovering, and did a wonderful job of enhancing our experience. We have dined here several times and have been impressed every single time.
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ElementsPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Chapel Hill
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4.8

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Cholanad Restaurant and Bar

2. Bombolo

3. Jujube

4. Elements

5. Talulla's

6. Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Chapel Hill

7. Coco Bistro

8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Durham

9. Maggiano's - Durham

10. P.F. Chang's - Durham

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