Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Marina

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodComfort FoodDessert

Regions

Monterey / Carmel

Areas

MontereyPacific Grove

Top Rated

CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for fine wines

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All dining options

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Takeaway only

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BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

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Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

16 restaurants available nearby

1. Sardine Factory

4.7

Exceptional(5029)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 41 times today

Every city has that one can’t miss restaurant, where celebrities feel at home and every other guest feels like a celebrity. Since October 2, 1968, The Sardine Factory’s cachet has made dining in our historic Cannery Row setting a tradition for world leaders, sports heroes and entertainment icons. Our award-winning chefs prepare delectable creations of fresh, sustainable seafood and USDA Prime Aged Beef; winner of Restaurant Hospitality Magazine’s "Best Wine List in America" award. The Lounge’s live entertainment, Happy Hour and affordable menu are a casual alternative to our other dining rooms. Celebrating over 50 years under the same ownership and management! Voted "Best Restaurant in Monterey" by Monterey County Herald readers.

2. Passionfish

4.7

Exceptional(7298)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pacific Grove

Booked 23 times today

Passionfish offers a unique California dining experience with serious food and realistically priced wine in a fun and casual atmosphere. The ever-changing menu features the freshest, sustainable seafood, slow-cooked meats, organic greens, and delectable desserts, all complemented by an award-winning wine list priced nearly to retail. Passionfish is proudly owned and operated by Chef Meral Alpay and her son, Berk Guvenc. As pioneers in sustainable dining, Passionfish became the first restaurant in Monterey County to earn official ‘Green’ certification, reflecting their strong commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable seafood education.

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3. Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point

4.7

Exceptional(4370)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Californian • Pacific Grove

Booked 29 times today

Casual California dining overlooking scenic and historic Lovers Point Beach.

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4. Domenico's on the Wharf

4.6

Exceptional(1664)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 8 times today

That friendly salutation is an invitation to dine with us and enjoy exceptional bayside ambiance, gracious service and delicious food. Our entire staff here at Domenico's On the Wharf has extended a warm welcome to locals and visitors for more than 35 years, and we proudly present the best seafood in Monterey for your dining pleasure.Our award-winning list of wine features the best from surrounding Monterey County vineyards, and we offer extensive selections from Sonoma, Napa, Italy, and France. The freshest, sustainable, local and Alaskan seafood take center stage in our culinary creations, and we also grill up extraordinary steaks and lovingly prepare in-house pastas and locally grown organic vegetables.Our family style of hospitality continues to win a special place in the hearts of our guests. Let us show you to your table overlooking the beautiful bay waters with a sunny window view of sea lions and pelicans at play.

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5. Alvarado Street Brewery Taproom

4.6

Exceptional(85)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Monterey

Booked 7 times today

Alvarado Street Brewery Taproom is located in a former bank building built in 1929 in Oldtown Salinas. With 48 taps featuring beer from our three breweries, the space blends Art Deco style with a relaxed atmosphere. Our kitchen highlights local ingredients with approachable, adventurous pub fare.

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6. Kona Steak and Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(150)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Monterey

Booked 30 times today

KONA Steak & Seafood was voted the "Best New Restaurant" winner on the beautiful Monterey Peninsula for 2023. Located in the popular Del Monte Shopping Center in Monterey, just minutes from Carmel, Pacific Grove, & all Peninsula cities.A fabulous menu! Enjoy fresh seafood, lobster, Hawaiian loco moco, fresh ahi tuna, a great bacon cheeseburger, bone-in rib eye, miso-glazed seabass, filet mignon, macadamia nut crusted halibut, entree salads, cioppino, seafood pasta, Maui onion soup, coconut curry soup, and a large host of enticing appetizers. Enjoy KONA's generous portions, good value, & free abundant parking! The house baked desserts are worth a trip on their own..... incredible!! The gorgeous "ZenDen Bar" features full bar & "Tiki Bar" style concoctions curated with house made ingredients, and nightly Happy Hour from 3:00-9:00pm. Local wine list, craft draft beers, kid's menu, dog-friendly lanai/patio dining, continuous lunch & dinner service 7 days a week from 11:00am.

7. Tarpy's Roadhouse

4.7

Exceptional(3625)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey

Booked 19 times today

Relax in this 1917 Roadhouse and enjoy creative, Five Star American Country Cuisine. The wood-burning grill provides wonderful flavors for the freshest seafood and prime steaks. Set on five landscaped acres, the patios and extensive gardens provide a refreshing backdrop for hearty sandwiches, vegetarian entrees and tempting salads. Reservations are recommended.We are limited to outdoor seating. Please wear warm clothes for dinner. Not all tables have heat. All tables of 4 we allow 1 hour 30 minutes. Parties of 6 or more 2 hours. If you need more time please let us know. We require credit cards for parties over 6. All guests must wear a mask while entering the restaurant. You may take it off once seated. If your late for your reservation, please call we allow 15 minute grace period. Tarpy's also offers affordable off-site catering drop offs

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8. Rosine's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(624)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey

Booked 17 times today

Rosine's Restaurant turns traditional American comfort food into an art form. This local family-owned and operated casual dining restaurant has been open for 44+ years. The Culcasi family, owners of Rosine's, have received a bit of national fame as they appeared on Guy Fieri's show 'Diners, Drive-ins and Dives'. Rosine's offers indoor and outdoor (pet friendly) dining serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, with unique signature craft cocktails. Breakfast offers include Eggs Benedicts, and a variety of other breakfast specialities with gluten free and vegetarian options. For lunch and dinner, there is a mix of American and Italian dishes. The most popular dishes on the menu include their Beef Minestrone soup, Chicken Parmesan and Lasagna. Scrumptious sandwiches, fresh salads and burgers are also elevated. Known world wide for their award-winning house made desserts. A consistent winner with the locals for Best Comfort Food, Best Family Restaurant, Best Desserts + more.

9. Spotted Duck

4.9

Exceptional(171)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Pacific Grove

Booked 8 times today

Join us at our welcoming establishment and indulge in the captivating flavors and unmatched ambiance that can only be found under the guidance of Chef Jerry Regester. Small Restaurant, with BIG flavors! From our beloved Duck liver pate, seasonal salads, to seared Duck Breast, or Caramelized Sea Scallops, Chef Jerry personally creates your dinner.Come into a restaurant that cares for you from the front staff to the kitchen. We look forward to meeting you!

A photo of Sea Root - Hyatt Regency Monterey restaurant

10. Sea Root - Hyatt Regency Monterey

4.3

Awesome(27)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Monterey

Booked 1 time today

Where the aromatic flavors and spices of the Mediterranean mingle with Pacific Coast ingredients—welcome to Sea Root, our upscale restaurant. Let us plate and pour you something delicious, including pan seared pacific halibut, seared scallop sofrito, and feta fig toast—all paired with Monterey County wines.

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Dale
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Nice ambiance, interesting cocktails, timely/friendly service and good food. The only downside is seating in an area off to the side of the main dining room that looks like a dingy corner of the restaurant. We were initially seated there and when we asked the hostess to sit in the main dining room we were told that, since we were a party of three, we couldn't be seated there as it was only for tables of two. When a waiter saw our disappointment, he told us that he would combine two tables and seat us there. After that the evening was enjoyable! Hats off to an exceptional wait staff. Customer service training required for the host.
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Dry Creek GrillPrice: Expensive• American• San Jose
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4.6
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NaomiVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Gorgeous food, and very friendly service. Must try any of the paellas!
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Telefèric Barcelona - Los GatosPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Los Gatos
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4.5
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Joshua
2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our Server Shawn was amazing & very helpful . Food, Service , Ambience was amazing will definitely be back .
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Wild Rose Eatery and BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Campbell
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4.8
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ChalynVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food and service were great! Would come back again.
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Nicolas Cocina de HerenciaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Carmel
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4.5
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Pete
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 Jan 2025
Excellent! Exceptional food and service. Can’t wait to go back.
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Edwin's Kaona CarmelPrice: Moderate• Asian• Carmel
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3.9

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