Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Wilmington

23 restaurants available nearby

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1. Tonic Seafood and Steak

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Wilmington

Booked 18 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Wilmington, Delaware, Tonic Seafood & Steak offers four distinct dining areas, each with its unique ambiance and design. Upon entering the restaurant, guests are greeted by a vibrant atmosphere with stunning light fixtures, metallic gold accents, and a glass-enclosed room. The entrance area features the Bar and Lounge, where live music plays on Friday and Saturday nights.

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2. Bardea Food & Drink

4.8

Exceptional(2336)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 49 times today

Bardea, pronounced: bar-DAY-ah, is the Italian term for "the goddess of food and drink." The stunning, 120-seat restaurant utilizes ingredients from local Delaware Valley farms and purveyors, and features modern interpretations of traditional Italian and Mediterranean dishes. In 2019, Bardea Food & Drink received a semifinalist nomination in the James Beard Foundation's "Best New Restaurant" category.

3. Bardea Steak

4.6

Exceptional(800)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 24 times today

A restaurant and bar by James Beard-nominated chef Antimo DiMeo. We're serious about snacks and steak. Our collaboration with artisanal farmers brings you exceptional cuts from both familiar and rare breeds. Though, Chef Antimo DiMeo extends his creativity beyond meat. Indulge in snacks from both land and sea and embark on a captivating journey with our chef's tasting menu-an exploration of Chef DiMeo's globetrotting inspirations and childhood memories. Join us at the crossroads of tradition and innovation for a distinctive dining experience.

4. Columbus Inn

4.7

Exceptional(2452)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wilmington

Booked 26 times today

Columbus Inn has been reborn as a contemporary bar/restaurant that combines the best of both the old and new. Featuring seasonal Modern American menus with an extensive selection of wine, beer, and craft cocktails.Online Ordering and Delivery Options available through our website: www.ColumbusInn.net

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5. Del Pez Mexican Gastropub-Wilmington

4.7

Exceptional(704)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Wilmington

Booked 35 times today

Del Pez is a Mexican gastropub that celebrates the power of food to feed friendship. By fusing the lightheartedness of a traditional pub with the heartiness of a robust food menu, we serve enticing Latin flavors while fanning the flames of both old and new connections. Our focus is local communities—the young professionals who work hard in the area. We are here for them from lunch through late-nightmunch with craft drinks, gourmet comfort food, and an ambiance as warm as our welcome. We also host private events worth attending.We offer standout seating—both indoors and out—where diners can experience the full range of magic that Del Pez has to offer! We hope to see you soon.

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6. Iron Hill Brewery - Wilmington

4.6

Exceptional(2118)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wilmington

Booked 80 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We're passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff.

7. La Fia

4.9

Exceptional(2093)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Wilmington

Booked 19 times today

Travel down historic Market Street towards the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware and you will find La Fia Bistro. La Fia is an intimate dinner destination in a historic building located on the corner of 5th and Market. Chef Dwain Kalup's menu utlizes carefully sourced ingredients reflecting the seasons, local region and local farms. The menu at La Fia features small plates, pastas and creative entrees. Our cheese and charcuterie is one of a kind and not to be missed! Due to the small size of our restaurant we allow 2 hours for guests to enjoy their dining experience. If you feel you need more time please reach out to us directly.

8. Piccolina Toscana

4.6

Exceptional(1431)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilmington

Booked 13 times today

Piccolina Toscana is open Monday-Saturday for dinner at 5:00. We have ample socially distanced tables as well and a heated patio. The Lounge opens at 4 each day with Happy Hour from 4-6. Open late on the weekends. Toscana to Go is open from 10am-8pm every day. Online Ordering is available as is Home Delivery, Curbside Pickup. Toscana Catering is planning Covid compliant events as well as "post-Covid" 2021 events at all of our beautiful and unique Catering Venues.

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9. DiPaolo's Ristorante Italiano

4.8

Exceptional(2177)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Penns Grove

Booked 46 times today

At Di Paolo’s our journey began with our beloved grandparents, Maria & Albert Di Paolo, who humbly opened a family pizzeria and small grocery store known as Italian Kitchen. As the aroma of freshly baked pizzas and the taste of homemade sauce filled the air, they, along with our father, Michael Di Paolo, expanded, adding more seating to accommodate our growing clientele. Before long, the bustling atmosphere and the buzz of the satisfied customers prompted them to evolve into a full-fledged restaurant where families and friends could gather to enjoy well portioned Abruzzese meals and lively conversation, while being entertained with live music throughout the restaurant. What truly sets us apart is our commitment to treating every guest like family. Whether you’re a regular patron or visiting us for the first time, you’ll always be welcomed with open arms and genuine warmth. Come join us at Di Paolo’s, where good food and good company come together to create unforgettable memories.

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10. El Camino Mexican Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(623)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Wilmington

Booked 10 times today

Bright, engaging So. Cal. chill gives way to PDG’s spin on imaginative Mexican fare. Inviting aesthetic peppered with pops of color and a contemporary comfort. Fresh and fun cocktail offerings are anchored by a selection of over 100 tequilas and mescals, while a refreshingly eager and excited service team round out our newest North Wilmington offering. **A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.Please contact us directly at 302-543-4245, if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.

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Karen
Phoenix / Arizona •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
What a great dinner. I brought 3 guests that had never experienced DiPaolo's and they loved it. The food was fabulous as usual. Presentation was on point. We all enjoyed our time together and dinner.
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DiPaolo's Ristorante ItalianoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Penns Grove
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4.8
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SharonVIP
Philadelphia County •124 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Good place for a meal before a show across the street.
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Toska Restaurant & BreweryPrice: Moderate• American• Chestnut Hill
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4.6
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Nicole
Philadelphia County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 Dec 2024
So good ! From start to finish - excellent. Understated and underrated. Service ambiance and good quality all 5 stars. We order one main dish each and a handful of mezze items and sides like beets and basmati rice and fries. The fries were good but not great and out of everything we ordered, happened to be my least favorite. King salmon was my main course and was so delicious and flavorful - there was no stopping me from finishing it. I only recently came here for happy hour and once many years ago for dinner and I have to say, it was great to be back and I can’t wait to return. Highly recommend.
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Spice FinchPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Center City
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4.8
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David
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Some of the best and authentic Mexican food in south Philly !
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La Llorona Cantina MexicanaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• South Philly
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4.7
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Shadria
Philadelphia County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Oct 2024
AMAZINGGGGGG I LOVED IT!!!! I made a RSVP and was running behind schedule (typical me) they were so accommodating, especially since it was Game 1 of the playoffs. Amazing service! Food! First time visiting and I most certainly will be visiting again!!!! Shadria!
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Off the Rail - MediaPrice: Moderate• Grill• Media
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4.7

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Tonic Seafood and Steak

2. Bardea Food & Drink

3. Bardea Steak

4. Columbus Inn

5. Del Pez Mexican Gastropub-Wilmington

6. Iron Hill Brewery - Wilmington

7. La Fia

8. Piccolina Toscana

9. DiPaolo's Ristorante Italiano

10. El Camino Mexican Kitchen

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