Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Lakewood Ranch

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodJapaneseChinese

Regions

Kansas City, KSSarasota / Bradenton

Areas

Fruitville, FloridaGulf Gate EstatesLakewood RanchSarasotaShawneeSiesta Key

Top Rated

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

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

31 restaurants available nearby

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1. Selva Grill University Town Center Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(2052)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Lakewood Ranch

Booked 38 times today

Selva offers innovative, intricately prepared dishes, plated and presented as works of art. Selva has earned raves from allover the world, including from the New York Times, which write that Selva is “serving possibly the best food in Sarasota,”and that “everything on the menu is worth trying.”

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2. Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida

4.6

Exceptional(654)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Fruitville, Florida

Booked 100 times today

Serving house-made sauces, the freshest pastas, and Italian specialties in a bar-centric, white tablecloth Italian Bistro inspired by your favorite NYC Italian restaurants. Our combination of old favorites and new flavors await your next visit. We look forward to sharing our love and passion for Italian food with you.The menu pays homage to the essence of the great Italian-American restaurants in New York City. Where delicious, exceptionally well-prepared food is served in settings that are simultaneously elegant, comfortable and unpretentious. Familiar dishes like Classic Chicken Parmesan, Bucatini Bolognese, and Spicy Vodka Rigatoni are elevated to a new level.

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3. JPAN - University Town Center

4.6

Exceptional(228)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Lakewood Ranch

Booked 15 times today

WE OFFER A WIDE RANGE OF TRADITIONAL JAPANESE DISHES ALONG WITH MIND-BLOWING SUSHI AND KITCHEN CREATIONS. LET OUR EXPERIENCED AND INNOVATIVE CHEFS DESIGN A MAGNIFICENT MEAL FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALL WHILE BEING IN THE CARE OF OUR LIVELY AND HOSPITABLE STAFF. WHETHER IT’S TRADITIONAL FARE, SUSHI OR TEMPURA YOU CRAVE, WE CAN HANDLE YOUR HUNGER AND GIVE YOU SEVERAL REASONS TO KEEP COMING BACK FOR MORE!We have a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minute after your reservation time.

4. Georgie's UTC

4.1

Excellent(795)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Lakewood Ranch

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to Georgie's UTC, where high quality meats and fresh caught seafood meet in Sarasota. Join us for an amazing ambiance that consists of live entertainment, exquisite wines, craft cocktails, and amazing food from our culinary director Chef Ryan Milito. Our Cocktail program is second to none as we have recruited talent from Gramercy Tavern in New York as well as Nantucket. We also have made it our initiative to bring Value to our customers by making prices lower than our competitors with a better quality of product.

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5. Brio Italian Grille - Sarasota - University Town Center

4.3

Awesome(3395)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 26 times today

Brio University Town Center is a premier Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant in Sarasota, FL serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine, luxury wines & cocktails-our specialties include premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta and flatbreads. If you're looking for the best holiday party venue or restaurant for Thanksgiving, Brio offers easy reservations and catering services to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Brio University Town Center is the place to eat in Sarasota, FL for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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6. Kona Grill - Sarasota

3.6

Very Good(1424)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Kona Grill Sarasota at the Mall at University Town Center. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

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7. Libby's - Lakewood Ranch

4.7

Exceptional(1807)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 59 times today

Open in Lakewood Ranch, since October of 2019, the Libby's space is open, modern & minimalist. Delicious menu items, sophisticated wine and daily specials are at the core of all that we do! Cozy bar area, weekday happy hour specials, and beautiful outdoor seating are some of the unique features at our second Lakewood Ranch location.

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8. Fuego Comida and Tequila

4.4

Awesome(499)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Lakewood Ranch

Booked 16 times today

At Fuego Comida & Tequila Lounge, every moment you spend with us should be something to remember – something special. From your first exhilarating sip to that savory bite, and every encounter with any of our team throughout, we strive to provide exceptional service, food, drink and memories that keep you coming back.

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9. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(550)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 120 times today

Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants located in the The Quay Sarasota. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

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10. 1592 Wood Fired Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(1471)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Sarasota

Booked 56 times today

The modus operandi at 1592 is fire. The key feature – everything is cooked on wood fired grill. The menu is handcrafted and well executed. 1592 is a great spot to indulge in comforting and flavourful cuisine from around the world.

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