Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Mt. Washington

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Bolton HillCantonCatonsvilleCharles VillageDowntownFederal Hill

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43 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Ethel's Creole Kitchen restaurant

1. Ethel's Creole Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(46)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Northwest Baltimore

Booked 4 times today

Ethel's Creole Kitchen is a locally owned and operated restaurant specializing in upscale casual dining, fine cocktails, and good times! Our award winning Gumbo and Jambalaya are not to be missed, but the depth of our cuisine doesn't stop there. Chef Ed and Chef Nick are always cooking up seasonal specials and new flavors utilizing fresh seafood, cajun creole staples, smoked / grilled meats, and local products. We also offer a full bar with plenty of signature cocktails, fine wines, and great beers. In the spring, summer, and fall join us for candle lit open patio and outdoor dinning in addition to our regular cozy indoor seating. Great for date nights and family dinners! A Few Signature Dishes and Drinks: Maryland Crabcakes, Pan Bronzed Rockfish, Crab Dip, Gumbo, Jambalaya, Sazerac, Vieux Carre, Shimp and Smoked Brisket Mac and Cheese, Fried Crawfish Grits, Baby Back Ribs

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2. Gertrude's - Baltimore

4.6

Exceptional(7189)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Charles Village

Booked 35 times today

IMPORTANT: If you want to reserve an OUTDOOR table, you MUST select the "Outdoor" seating option in Open Table. If Open Table does not offer that option, then that means they are all reserved. ("Standard" means an indoor table.)To our Indoor Diners: we are fortunate to have a very sophisticated small particle air filtration system in our dining room, thanks to the museum.If you encounter any problems with booking online, please do not hesitate call us at 410-889-3399 so we can personally assist you. Thank you!

3. The Valley Inn

4.4

Awesome(2347)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Towson

Booked 48 times today

One of Baltimore County's most historic and iconic restaurants, The Valley Inn features flavorful food & a passion for friendly service in the heart of Greenspring Valley, with a nod to the rich history and notable past. The Valley Inn's extensive space features a main dining room, a one of a kind oyster bar and a beautifully landscaped outdoor patio with a full bar.

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4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pikesville

4.4

Awesome(3284)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pikesville

Booked 35 times today

Expect nothing less than an extraordinary meal and first-class service from one of the most outstanding prime steak houses in the world: Ruth's Chris Steak House. Among the most distinctive dining destinations in the area. At Ruth's Chris Steak House your service will always be first class-attentive but never fussy.

5. La Food Marketa

4.8

Exceptional(1899)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pikesville

Booked 21 times today

Chad Gauss & La Food Marketa offer an up to par, down to earth restaurant experience in Quarry Lake featuring soul satisfying food from the Americas. Our focus is simply fresh, approachable, and fun! We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs. Our bar offers well thought out drinks and bangin' happy hour specials. Come in & smile! We will do the rest!Outdoor seating is currently available but not guaranteed. In the event of inclement weather, incoming reservations will be seated on a first come - first serve basis. Tables currently sitting will be allowed to move to another table if possible, but tables themselves cannot be moved under any circumstance. We have limited space under cover and cannot accommodate every one to be out of the weather. If you have already ordered food and choose not to stay you will be given boxes to go.

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6. Birroteca - Baltimore

4.8

Exceptional(2424)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hampden

Booked 10 times today

Located in the Hampden/Woodberry area of Baltimore, we're the destination for modern, rustic Italian cuisine, crafted using ingredients sourced from local ranchers, farmers and local fisherman. Guests enjoy communal dining service in a refined, casual setting. We offer 20 craft beers on tap in addition to an Italian focused wine list, and unique craft cocktails prepared with artisan distilled spirits and house-made mixes.

A photo of Fogo de Chao - Towson restaurant

7. Fogo de Chao - Towson

4.1

Excellent(154)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Towson

Booked 95 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

8. The Ruxton

4.8

Exceptional(566)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Harbor East

Booked 59 times today

Curated by Aaron Taylor, Atlas Restaurant Group’s Corporate Chef & Chef Partner in this concept, the menu puts steak in the spotlight with over 11 cuts from Chicago-based meat purveyor Meats by Linz. The Ruxton will serve a mix of wet and dry aged prime cuts of Black Angus Beef, as well as dry aging Long Island Duck and Bison from Virginia’s New Frontier Farm in-house. To complement the steak options, seasonal shellfish and seafood entrees will be available including dover sole, Maryland rockfish, whole live lobster, king salmon, Chilean sea bass and more.Looking to elevate your dining experience, book your reservation in our beautiful wine cellar here: https://theruxtonsteakhouse.com/the-wine-cellar-experience/The Ruxton will serve lunch every weekday and dinner 7 days a week. Be sure to visit Atlas’ new world-class cocktail bar and lounge next door to The Ruxton called Order of the Ace.

9. Maximón

4.7

Exceptional(1144)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Inner Harbor

Booked 48 times today

Experience the incredible range and romance of Latin American culture at Maximón,Stop by for food and drink menus inspired by South American and Mexican cuisines, perfectly complemented by stunning stone architecture, wood and marble furniture, and lush greenery throughout the space.Stay awhile—listen to live music acts from all across the nation, or blend your own bottle in our tequila tasting room. Even better, spend a gorgeous day at our Spanish-style courtyard, featuring fountains, an outdoor bar, and Inner Harbor views.Named for a protective Mayan deity, Maximón brings exciting Latin flavor and flair to beautiful Harbor East. Come eat, drink, and enjoy.

A photo of Ammoora - Ritz-Carlton Residences restaurant

10. Ammoora - Ritz-Carlton Residences

4.7

Exceptional(660)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Syrian • Inner Harbor

Booked 42 times today

Enter a realm of authentic Levantine cuisine, culture, and design at Ammoora, an ornate dining destination, exclusively housed within the Ritz-Carlton Residences Baltimore. Embracing the cultural beauty and diversity of its fare, Ammoora immerses guests in an intimate fine-dining experience composed in a contemporary culinary style. Presented and prepared with award-winning skill and finesse, the culinary journey through the Eastern Mediterranean offers unique interpretations of classic dishes. Drawing inspiration from Ammoora's family roots, the Syrian-focused authentically modern menu evokes a sensory experience, enhanced by soft, yet lively oriental music and an alluring ambience.

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William
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Cheryl was amazing as a waitress as well as the rest of the staff!!
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The Salt Line - Navy YardPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Navy Yard
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4.4
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Cameron
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful & delicious dining experience! Shared the veggie sampler and the beef & chicken sampler - highly recommend both! Honey wine was incredible. Very happy that I chose this restaurant for Valentine's Day dinner!
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EthiopicPrice: Moderate• Ethiopian• H Street Corridor
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4.7
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ReidVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •10 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 7, 2025
Food is really very good, but one of our dishes that was ordered with medium spice came with barely any spice at all. The menu is more extensive than many Indian restaurants. Service was pretty slow even though the restaurant was not crowded. Price can't be beat, particularly when you are providing your own alcohol. I will definitely return.
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Indian OceanPrice: Moderate• Indian• Hunt Valley
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4.9
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Sally
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 7, 2025
The food was amazing! My husband and I shared the salmon dish which had a delightful spicy pineapple sauce over mashed sweet potato and a side of Brussel sprouts. Waiter was attentive and our water pitcher was filled several times before it was emptied. Music was a bit loud and the lights from the Capital One Arena were very distracting.
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Mi Vida Penn QuarterPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Penn Quarter
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4.6
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Ebon
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
4.0
Dined on Nov 1, 2024
We went there on a Friday evening and it wasn't too crowded. The food was very good and came out fairly quickly.
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Taj Palace Owings MillsPrice: Moderate• Indian• Owings Mills
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4.4

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