Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Portola Valley

63 restaurants available nearby

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1. Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto

4.7

Exceptional(2659)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Palo Alto

Booked 116 times today

Telefèric Barcelona doors were first opened thirty years ago in Barcelona, Spain. Now, our passionate teams in Walnut Creek, Palo Alto, Los Gatos and Los Angeles have grown to include some of the world’s most creative and innovative chefs and mixologists, and are eager to share the Spanish culture and gastronomy with you. Come visit us for a degustation of the Best Spanish Tapas in the Bay, Innovative paellas, and refreshing hand-crafted cocktails. Dare to enjoy a fun and unique dining experience surrounded by Modern European decor and lively ambiance.

2. Nobu Palo Alto

4.5

Awesome(1595)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Palo Alto

Booked 65 times today

Nobu Restaurants' now classic and seamless blend of Japanese and Peruvian food has officially made it’s way to the Bay Area. Here you may divulge in some of our signature world famous dishes like our Alaskan Black Cod, Yellowtail Sashimi Jalapeño, and Salmon Sashimi New Style just to name of few. Situated at the lobby floor of the Nobu Hotel, Epiphany we offer indoor and outdoor seating right in the heart of Palo Alto. Dine with us, stay with us.

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3. Che Fico Parco Menlo

4.5

Awesome(399)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Menlo Park

Booked 43 times today

From Back Home Hospitality comes Che Fico Parco Menlo, an evolution of Che Fico specifically created for the Peninsula located at Springline in Menlo Park. Che Fico Parco Menlo takes inspiration from its critically acclaimed sister restaurant in San Francisco while adding new creations to its menu of Italian fare with California influences. Dishes of hand-rolled pasta, naturally fermented sourdough pizza, antipasti, meat, and fish celebrate the team’s’ passion for Italian cuisine and their dedication to using the best seasonal products from farmers and purveyors in the Bay area.With a vibrant design by Jon De La Cruz, Che Fico Parco Menlo will be the premier destination for both business and social events with private dining options for up to 70 guests. In addition to the dining room, there is an all-season outdoor patio covered by a custom-built pergola with fans for summer nights and heaters for Menlo park 'winters'.

4. Evvia

4.8

Exceptional(4688)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Palo Alto

Booked 108 times today

Sister restaurant of Kokkari, Evvia has been serving authentic rustic Greek cuisine since 1995. Our fresh fish, savory roasted meats and grilled and roasted vegetables are perked up with a squeeze of lemon, a splash olive oil, and Mediterranean herbs. There is perfection in simplicity.

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5. Meyhouse Palo Alto

4.8

Exceptional(666)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Palo Alto

Booked 51 times today

"Welcome to our home. Meyhouse is a casual place where family and friends get together over a drink, mezes, unique seafood, and grilled delicacies.Our philosophy is unique in many ways. We have an ingredient first approach, which means we handle ingredients as minimally as possible through the cooking process. We source the highest quality ingredients we can find and let them shine. Our recipes are as authentic as possible, no sous vide or modernist cuisine can be found here."

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6. Reposado Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2865)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Palo Alto

Booked 20 times today

Reposado offers a unique experience with exceptional Mexican cuisine which will challenge the imagination and seduce the palate.Born from a rich tradition of regional Mexican specialties and contemporary culinary influences, it promises to be not only memorable but also enjoyable.Please come enjoy a richly satisfying and fun Mexican dining experience.Eat. Drink. Relax

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7. St. Michael's Alley

4.7

Exceptional(799)

Price: Expensive

• American • Palo Alto

Booked 17 times today

Established in 1959, owners Jenny Youll and Mike Sabina expanded the once small coffeehouse of St. Michaels Alley into this intimate dining establishment in 2009. The restaurant provides three comfortable spaces for a dinner out with friends, date night, or a complete private event. The main dining room is wood paneled and intimate. The front room / bar area is more casual and social, yet still offers tables with linens and the full menu. The solid wood bar is a favorite dining spot for many of the regulars and locals. A beautiful outdoor patio is most enjoyable on warm summer days and nights as it open to the sky. Enjoy a cocktail at the full bar before venturing into one of the upscale and relaxed dining spaces of St. Michael's Alley.The restaurant is currently offering the Autumn Menu on the Patio as well as takeout, Tuesday through Sunday starting at 5pm.

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8. Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto

4.8

Exceptional(1191)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Palo Alto

Booked 20 times today

Welcome to ARYA in Palo Alto, a place we call home. Arya is about a warm ambiance, and many choices whether you love Steak or Persian Cuisine. Arya features seafood, steaks, chicken, and kebabs, cooked to order, the best in Persian cuisine. We feature a fine selection of California and Italian wines. Delicious cakes and desserts, for every event, from our Baklava to our Persian style Ice cream and Pistachio ice cream. For business and special celebrations, we love to make you feel special in our home. You will be comfortable in business or dressy casual attire, enjoying our elegant environment. You will enjoy service from our warm and friendly staff.

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9. TAVERNA - Palo Alto

4.8

Exceptional(1508)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Palo Alto

Booked 41 times today

For centuries, a taverna has been a neighborhood gathering place where friends can meet to eat, drink and enjoy life. Taverna co-founders Thanasis Pashalidis and Hakan Bala were raised with a shared ethical compass, which the Greeks call "philotimo" or "love of honor". Family and friends are their ingredients of life, and they believe that nutrition, happiness and health are all directly correlated. Both partners have been culturally influenced by the remedies of the old world and incorporate them into the lifestyle of Taverna. Both have an "ethos" that drives them and inspires others to live fully, which they consider the flavor of life's success. They understand that life is to be enjoyed and that time is of the essence. They are aware that every day is a gift. Taverna has been created to make people happy and feel alive.

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10. Wildseed Palo Alto

4.7

Exceptional(114)

Price: Moderate

• Vegetarian / Vegan • Palo Alto

Booked 33 times today

At Wildseed, a plant-based restaurant and bar by Adriano Paganini, we believe that eating seasonally is the right thing to do because it makes a difference in the way your food tastes and how you feel. Working exclusively with N California’s freshest and most seasonal produce, Wildseed serves up hearty, healthy and satisfying meals that pull in global flavors and techniques alongside creative cocktails, local beer, and local, vegan, organic and biodynamic wines.Wildseed offers guests a chance to make a better choice – a place where you can feel good about the decisions you are making. With a full-bar that is also driven by the philosophy of using fresh, sustainable and seasonal ingredients in its cocktails, Wildseed is well suited for hosting groups large and small for snacks and drinks at happy hour, or a full meal throughout the day.5% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days & minimum wage ordinance.

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RobinVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing food and service from Emma! Reminded us of the Mexican restaurants of our youth. Big plates of enchiladas and sizzling fajita plates coming out of the kitchen. Coconut margarita is not to be missed!
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Elena'sPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Forest Hill / West Portal
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KarenVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was our first time eating here, and we loved it! The staff were extremely engaging, warm, and helpful to us. The atmosphere was lovely, we’ve enjoyed sitting at a booth, which was very comfortable, and the food was utterly delicious, and we can’t wait to return
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Namaste Indian Cuisine - Palo AltoPrice: Expensive• Indian• Palo Alto
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4.8
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Leniqua
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful service, beautiful ambience, great service, great food, great drinks. I can go on and on but it was a pleasure to be here. I'll definitely be back!
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Wild Rose Eatery and BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Campbell
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4.7
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Carl
San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We come regularly to enjoy our 5* experiences. This time I would say six stars ... as I studied the menu before. My favorite choices (yours maybe a different choice) were beyond expectation, outstanding. Did I say we'll come back? Okay you want to know something not so positive: Teleferic Los Gatos should consider the lightning one space is dark compared to the other. By the way the service is great: thank you Sheila S.
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Telefèric Barcelona - Los GatosPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Los Gatos
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4.5
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AlisaS
Las Vegas •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 Sept 2023
As always, the location had plenty of parking and wasn't too crowded. We made Priority reservations, in advance, through OpenTable. We were seated within 2-3 minutes upon arrival for dinner. Our meal consisted of the stuffed mushrooms appetizer, 1lb snow crab, salmon dinner, and I had the Lobster Punch for my cocktail. Everything came out hot and appealing to eat. Our server was a little more attentive with others than to my Mother and I, but other staff stepped in when necessary.
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Red Lobster - San BrunoPrice: Moderate• Seafood• San Bruno
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63 restaurants available nearby

1. Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto

2. Nobu Palo Alto

3. Che Fico Parco Menlo

4. Evvia

5. Meyhouse Palo Alto

6. Reposado Restaurant

7. St. Michael's Alley

8. Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto

9. TAVERNA - Palo Alto

10. Wildseed Palo Alto

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