Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in French Quarter

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New Orleans

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BywaterCentral Business DistrictChalmetteFrench QuarterGarden DistrictLakeview/Gentilly

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

71 restaurants available nearby

1. Arnaud's

4.7

Exceptional(7470)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 57 times today

Often said the most beautiful dining room in New Orleans, Arnaud's offers the quintessential New Orleans dining experience. Remaining true to its traditions and courtesies, Arnaud's has served exceptional Creole cuisine for nearly 100 years. Our award winning Creole menu includes both classic and inventive dishes. Serving dinner nightly and Brunch with Live Dixieland Jazz on Sundays.Arnaud's Main Dining Room is one of four dining options in the Arnaud's Family.Arnaud's Jazz Bistro, Arnaud's Main Dining Room and the Arnaud's French 75 Bar are all located within one complex (entrances on Bienville Street).Remoulade, the casual side of Arnaud's (does not accept reservations), is located around the corner on Bourbon Street.

2. Sun Chong

4.3

Awesome(546)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • French Quarter

Booked 39 times today

SUN CHONG is more than a restaurant; it's Larry Morrow’s love letter to his maternal grandmother, a bridge from Seoul, South Korea, to New Orleans. This Asian Fusion Restaurant pays tribute to Sun’s journey through dishes that tell a story, underscored by classic hip hop music and innovative cocktails. Offering an array of Seafood Delights, Vegetarian Options, and Signature Cocktails, Sun Chong stands as a beacon of Upscale Dining in New Orleans. Every dish is a celebration of Exotic Asian Flavors, designed to offer a Fine Dining Experience that captivates and delights. Reserve A Table and immerse yourself in a culinary journey where tradition meets innovation, and every visit is a memorable feast.

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3. New Orleans Creole Cookery

4.3

Awesome(3451)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 28 times today

You haven't experienced New Orleans until you've been to New Orleans Creole Cookery! Enjoy traditional local specialties including Red Beans & Rice, Jambalaya, Chargrilled Oysters, Blackened Redfish or our famous "Taste of New Orleans", with a sampling of favorites! Our Bar features 5 Hurricane Categories - hold on to your hat! Along with our signature Bacon Bloody Mary, and Bourbon Street Tea. Enjoy Happy Hour 3p-6p Monday-Friday with drink specials and bar bites.Launched by Anna Tusa of the famous New Orleans Tusa restaurant family, the New Orleans Creole Cookery boasts a spark of new-generation energy, presenting some of New Orleans’ most treasured cooking traditions in an innovative setting that speaks to the way people dine today.

4. M bistro

4.2

Awesome(835)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • French Quarter

Booked 3 times today

Farm-to-table and authentic New Orleans cuisine come together in the French Quarter at M bistro, where the chefs take an indigenous approach to the preparation of meats, seafood and produce from farmers in Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi and Alabama. Three velvet-draped semi-private “Cheater’s Booths” and a private Wine Room offer additional venues for a special meal. Our restaurant and lounge are conveniently located on the third floor lobby level of The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans.

5. Evangeline

4.5

Awesome(625)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cajun • French Quarter

Booked 17 times today

Evangeline Restaurant, in the heart of the French Quarter, serves classic Cajun and Creole food along with unique libations in a charming atmosphere.

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6. Kingfish - New Orleans

4.1

Excellent(1947)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 10 times today

Kingfish is a popular casual restaurant and cocktail bar in New Orleans that salutes the Huey P. Long Era. The Kingfish menu embodies new Louisiana cuisine. That along with our talented bartenders' skill & expertise combine to create a unique Louisiana-centric dining experience. So whether you are a visitor to our wonderful city or one of our regulars, Kingfish is a perfect place to meet up with friends for an evening in the New Orleans' French Quarter.

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7. Crescent City Brewhouse

3.9

Excellent(1423)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • French Quarter

Booked 22 times today

The Crescent City Brewhouse is one of New Orleans' premier restaurants and the only French Quarter microbrewery. *Gluten Free Menu available The atmosphere at the Crescent City Brewhouse is warm, relaxed and festive with LIVE JAZZ performed every evening by local musicians ... and monthly exhibits of local art to compliment your total Brewhouse experience! We invite you to savor the food and the music as you enjoy the brew and the view -- and see how you can add French Quarter flair to your next special event at the Crescent City Brewhouse!

8. Curio

4.1

Excellent(1270)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • French Quarter

Booked 13 times today

In the late 1800’s, Royal Street was home to a famous “curio” shop, a place where curiosities from all over the world could be had for a dollar or two. Today, the shop is no more, but the feeling of excitement and wonder still exists on Royal Street today. And so in the heart of the most premier art district in New Orleans, we’re bringing back the curiosity – reintroducing New Orleans to a circus of flavor so vibrant it makes other restaurants nearby pale in comparison.

A photo of Landry's Seafood House - New Orleans French Quarter restaurant

9. Landry's Seafood House - New Orleans French Quarter

4.1

Excellent(1173)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • French Quarter

Booked 9 times today

For a great seafood restaurant experience in New Orleans, visit Landry’s Seafood House in the French Quarter! Located in the historic Jax Brewery building, enjoy scenic views of the Mississippi River and Jackson Square. Landry's Seafood House is a prime destination for a night out on the town or a day relaxing in the sun. Take a break to catch live music in our Jax Bar, stop by for our lively Happy Hour, or sample some of our famous seafood dishes.

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10. Hard Rock Cafe - New Orleans

4.0

Excellent(569)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • French Quarter

Booked 2 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

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