Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Salt Lake

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A photo of The Pig and the Lady restaurant

1. The Pig and the Lady

4.8

Exceptional(1713)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Downtown

Booked 59 times today

From it’s humble beginnings as a pop-up restaurant, to a farmer"s market stand and now a successful brick-and-mortar eatery, The Pig and the Lady, led by twice-nominated James Beard semifinalist Chef Andrew Le (with help from his family including his mother, Mama Le), cook up what is essentially the family meal in the truest sense -- Exposing Honolulu diners a cross-section of cuisine that has Vietnamese origins, but is eclectic and daring.Chef Le and his team have developed a modern, fresh take on traditional Southeast Asian food, utilizing local products -- serving their famous banh mi and pho, along with new favorites. Le is the one of the few chefs cooking contemporary food built on Southeast Asian flavors that has garnered rave reviews -- a foundation built on delicious memories first introduced by his mother. They are open Monday through Saturday, serving lunch and dinner. You can also still find them at the Farmer’s Markets at Blaisdell, Kailua and KCC.

2. Nami Kaze

4.6

Exceptional(1658)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Kalihi-Palama

Booked 40 times today

Nami Kaze Hawaii is the story of Chef Jason Peel’s culinary journey. Combining the flavors from his hometown of Kaua‘i, and the decades of experience working for some of Hawai‘i’s top culinary leaders, including Ian Ruso of Michele’s at the Colony Surf and Roy Yamaguchi, Nami Kaze Hawaii is a unique melting pot of culinary creativity. With a farmer-focused approach, guests can expect to embark on a culinary adventure, enjoying creations that reflect Peel’s appreciation for the produce and provisions found throughout the state. Nami Kaze Hawaii is currently open for lunch and dinner, Wednesday through Sunday. For additional information or to make a reservation, visit www.namikaze.com.

3. Fête

4.8

Exceptional(4068)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 89 times today

2022 James Beard Award Winner for Best Chef Northwest & Pacific.Rooted in the local farm-to-table movement — a place where seasonality and culinary tradition are celebrated in tandem. One part Hawaii and one part Brooklyn. The atmosphere shares a brasserie feel with a laid-back island sensibility—a celebration and homage to all of our favorite things we enjoy eating and drinking. Crafted with brick & reclaimed wood, our urban Hawaiian farmhouse features an open kitchen, lush plant wall, brick walls, and lots of natural light in a historic Chinatown building. The bar mixes classic and modern cocktails with artisanal flare with a well-curated wine list.

4. O'Kims

4.7

Exceptional(140)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Korean • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

O'Kims, selected as Yelp "#58 of Top 100 US Restaurants 2024," is a casual restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating. Known for its delicious, fresh, and expertly prepared food, with a unique Korean-Fusion/farm-to-table variety of dishes, drinks, desserts, and appetizers at affordable prices.

A photo of Upstairs at Pier 38 restaurant

5. Upstairs at Pier 38

4.5

Awesome(594)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Kalihi-Palama

Booked 7 times today

Upstairs at Pier 38 is inspired by the rich history of Pier 38, where you can enjoy locally caught seafood sourced from the renowned Honolulu Fish Auction, along with USDA Prime Steak. Our Culinary Team collaborates with Chef Nico Chaize to add their own creative touch to the menu, creating French-inspired, island cuisine.Experience our cozy lounge setting, designed to be a "home away from home." With smokey wood accents, high industrial ceilings, glowing lights, and a majestic copper bar, our guests can unwind with ease. The spacious seating in the dining room is perfect for large parties or an intimate date night.We offer a contemporary wine list with old-world treats, locally crafted beers, and captivating one-of-a-kind cocktails. While our team prefers reservations, walk-ins are always welcome!Join us at the Pier for enticing food, finely crafted cocktails, and a beautiful Hawaiian sunset.

6. Lucky Belly

4.5

Awesome(474)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Honolulu

Booked 11 times today

Thank you for choosing Lucky Belly! We are located in the heart of Chinatown's art district. Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are welcome. We are mostly known for our ramen, which is comprised of a tonkotsu and miso based broth. We have a vast selection of delicious sake to choose from and pair with your meal as well as handcrafted cocktails from our bartenders. See you in soon!

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7. Rangoon Burmese Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(37)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Burmese • Kalihi-Palama

Booked 11 times today

Cozy, colorful eatery with a bar dishing up Burmese specialties, including vegetarian options.

A photo of The Pearl at Leeward Community College restaurant

8. The Pearl at Leeward Community College

4.6

Exceptional(53)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pearl City

Nestled on the shores of Pearl Harbor, The Pearl Restaurant at Leeward Community College is a student operated establishment with a passion for serving our guests an amazing contemporary, upscale experience. The heartbeat of our operation revolves around our students, being able to showcase their creative culinary artistry and talents, along with providing the warmth of genuine hospitality. While it may seem like we are a normal restaurant, The Pearl is primarily a place of learning for our culinary students. Their education is our priority and we do our best, with limited resources, to provide an excellent dining experience for our guests. We have very limited seating, and we need extra time to carefully prepare our kitchen and dining area for your safety. We appreciate your understanding as we try to manage our reservations and adhere to our safety requirements and guidelines.

A photo of Merriman's Honolulu restaurant

9. Merriman's Honolulu

4.7

Exceptional(4459)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Honolulu

Booked 124 times today

A pioneer of the “Farm to Table” movement in Hawaii, Peter Merriman brings Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Ward Village in Honolulu. Reflecting Peter’s personal style, the restaurant combines the feel of a neighborhood bistro with hints of old Hawaii. Lively, urbane, and whimsical, Merriman’s Honolulu is not just for special occasions. It’s an everyday place for those who appreciate great food and warm, friendly service!Awards:- Honolulu Magazine, Best Oahu Restaurant, Gold- Honolulu Magazine, Best New Restaurant, Silver- Honolulu Magazine, Best Wine Program, Silver- Wine Enthusiast, 100 Best Wine Restaurants 2019- Hawaii Magazine, Best Farm to Table Restaurant-Hale Aina Award: Best Restaurant, Gold 2022All available reservations time slots are on OpenTable, we do accept walk-ins daily. Please arrive on time as we don't hold reserved tables for more than 15 min.Gift Cardshttps://merrimanshawaii.cardfoundry.com/giftcards.php

10. Moku Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(3719)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Honolulu

Booked 87 times today

Full table service resumes 12/18/23! Located in the heart of the Kaka'ako art district, Moku Kitchen is a chef-driven concept that brings Hawaii's rich upcountry farming and ranching heritage to downtown Honolulu's urban lifestyle. Our award winning cocktail program is ever-evolving, highlighted by the Monkeypod Mai Tai. We offer a wide variety of local craft beer and wines from small independent producers. Please go to mokukitchen.com for up to date menus and our daily live music calendar.

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