Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Playa del Rey

215 restaurants available nearby

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1. Élephante Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1330)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 279 times today

Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.

2. Ospi Venice

4.8

Exceptional(1523)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Venice

Booked 28 times today

Ospi is the sophomore restaurant of Jackson & Melissa Kalb, focused on Southern Italian cooking and way of life. The name derives from ospitante (“host” in Italian), with the expectation that guests will feel as comfortable at Ospi as they would at a friend’s dinner party. There will be plenty of house-made pastas as well as an expanded offering of pizzas. The beverage program crafted by Kalb features mostly Californian and Southern Italian wines and a full bar with a special negroni section. At Ospi, the pizza is inspired by the techniques of Antico Forno Roscioli which Jackson and Melissa frequented while visiting Rome. Focusing on Romana Tonda-style crusts that are cracker-thin, he is adapting a recipe that he feels will resonate with the LA diner. Jackson feels it extremely important to not take food too seriously. Take a trip to Southern Italy and be a guest in our home.

3. Gjelina

4.6

Exceptional(2261)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 208 times today

Gjelina is a restaurant specializing in New American cuisine. Open every day from 8 a.m. until 11pm, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, try 9 grain pancakes with butter and maple syrup or warm banana buckwheat loaf with butter and jam of the day. Brunch options include Moroccan baked eggs and 7 grain porridge. Gjelina offers a variety of oysters, crudo, charcuterie and salad options to start at lunch and dinner. Main courses include pizzas from our wood fired oven and entrees like duck confit, house made pastas and roasted organic half chicken.*Only ADA certified animals are allowed in Gjelina*A 20% Mandatory Service Charge is added to your check. Our belief is that every hourly Gjelina employee contributes to your service and 100% of the MSC will be distributed amongst them.

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4. Belles Beach House

4.6

Exceptional(285)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 58 times today

Owned by seasoned restauranteur Nick Mathers and Wish You Were Here Group, Belles Beach House aims to transport guests from Los Angeles to a tropical destination whilst staying in the heart of Venice Beach. An ode to the retro Tiki Bar and legendary artist Larry Bell, Belles Beach House exudes the laid back, island vibes of the 1970s serving Hawaiian-inspired dishes with a touch of Japanese influence, vibrant craft cocktails and a thoughtful wine list.

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5. The Butcher's Daughter

4.6

Exceptional(163)

Price: Moderate

• American • Venice

Booked 60 times today

The Butcher’s Daughter Venice is a plant-forward restaurant, bar, juicery, and “vegetable slaughterhouse.” Located in the vibrant Venice neighborhood, we treat fruits and vegetables with the same care a butcher would meat: chopping, filleting, and carving fresh produce into healthy vegetarian dishes and pressing them into vibrant juices. Under the guidance of our Culinary Director Richard Rea, our menu changes every season, offering 100% vegetarian dishes with many vegan and gluten-free options. We take pride in our great selection of wines, craft cocktails, and mocktails, ensuring there’s something for every taste. We also offer take-out and delivery for those who prefer to enjoy our meals at home. Named one of the best supper spots in Venice by the LA Times, we serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, creating a celebrated dining experience with in-season ingredients that nourish both body and soul.

6. Ōwa

4.5

Awesome(43)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Venice

Booked 19 times today

Ōwa is a return home for Sushi and Japanese cuisine on Abbot Kinney. The culinary program showcases a modern take on sushi favorites and other Japanese classics using from-scratch recipes and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The spirit center of Ōwa is an artful balance of light, floral Japanese Gins and bold Japanese whiskeys. With appearances of shōchū, yuzu, an extensive sake selection, and Japanese beer heroes, Ōwa’s beverage offerings would not be complete without several tequila and mezcal tributes that pay homage to the Mexican roots of Los Angeles. Between superb cuisine, cocktails, heart-centered experiences and the impassioned experts behind it all, Ōwa keeps the heart of restaurant culture beating in Los Angeles, starting in the holistic and tightly knit community of Venice Beach.

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7. SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista

4.5

Awesome(987)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Playa Vista

Booked 48 times today

Our restaurants are inspired by the best of coastal Baja California: Warm, welcoming, friendly, inspired by old and new Mexican design. SOL's kitchens feature our unique spin on fresh, healthy, coastal Mexican food, lovingly made from scratch.

8. Jame

4.8

Exceptional(1026)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • El Segundo

Booked 28 times today

Jame is Jackson and Melissa Kalb's first restaurant, focused on Southern Italian cooking and way of life. Jame's vision is to use local, market-driven ingredients to create delicious and unique Italian dishes. This is particularly true in the hand-rolled pastas, but is also seen in other popular dishes like the crispy brussels sprouts, kale salad, and Crispy Braised "Coop's" pork shank. Join us next door at John Thomas Bar where Chef Jackson highlights sophisticated twists on classic cocktails for those who are looking for some late night fun. Take a quick trip to Southern Italy and be a guest in our home.

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9. SALT Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(2235)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 15 times today

Experience SALT Restaurant and Bar at the waterfront Marina del Rey Hotel. Set against sweeping marina views, join us for brunch, happy hour or dinner and choose from the best locally sourced California-seasonal dishes, and craft cocktails on the westside.

10. Caffe Pinguini

4.9

Exceptional(1632)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Playa del Rey

Booked 14 times today

We are open for curbside pickup, takeout and delivery and offering a 10% discount on all orders! Lunch will be open from 12pm-2:30pm & Dinner from 5:30pm-9:30pm.Italian owners, Tony Cotrufo and Enrico Fiorentini, both hail from Rome and have been serving fresh authentic Italian cuisine at their Playa Del Rey location since 1997. They offer homemade pastas, an excellent wine list, outdoor seating and daily specials. Caffe Pinguini was awarded with the "Marchio Ospitalita" Italiana - Seal of Authenticity". The seal distinguishes those restaurants with the highest quality of Italian hospitality.

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Arielvip
Los Angeles •59 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I love the food here! Service is always great and it’s a nice spot for casual dining or an upscale Thai experience
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La OngPrice: Moderate• Thai• Beverly Hills
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4.7
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Alison
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great Saturday night at Que Barbaro! Noe our server was great! Food was top notch! Experience was great from the moment we stepped off the elevator. Hostess was friendly, Olivia the manager stopped by our table and was friendly as well! Can’t wait to go back and see what they are doing in Golden hour for the holidays! The decorations already look great!
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Que Barbaro at Level 8Price: Expensive• South American• Downtown
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4.5
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Richardvip
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
I always love it here! Been going for 30 years.. everything is great!!
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A Votre SantePrice: Moderate• Californian• Brentwood
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4.7
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Nick
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 Nov 2024
What a treat, pregaming before the Wiltern which is within walking distance. Our dining experience set the tone for the evening. Romantic. Comfortable. Memorable.
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Daedo SikdangPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Koreatown
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4.7
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Susannevip
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 Nov 2024
We are at Emporium Thai on a Tuesday night and it was not busy at all. We were seated immediately even though we were late for our reservation. Our waitress was extremely helpful and answered all our questions. I had the pad thai which was delicious and my daughter had spicy eggplant. She said the spicy eggplant was tasty and they ask what level of spiciness you would like for your dish. I would recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for a great thai food experience.
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Emporium ThaiPrice: Moderate• Thai• Westwood
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4.6

Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Playa del Rey

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215 restaurants available nearby

1. Élephante Santa Monica

2. Ospi Venice

3. Gjelina

4. Belles Beach House

5. The Butcher's Daughter

6. Ōwa

7. SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista

8. Jame

9. SALT Restaurant & Bar

10. Caffe Pinguini

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