Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Wheeling

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

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North SuburbsNorthwest Suburbs

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Arlington HeightsBannockburnDeer ParkDeerfieldGlencoeGlenview

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

66 restaurants available nearby

1. Saranello's

4.5

Awesome(5591)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wheeling

Booked 33 times today

Inspired by his travels and passion for Italy's culture, Executive Chef Mychael Bonner has created a broad menu of Italian-fare utilizing the freshest ingredients to create the fullest flavors to bring homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas, as well as prime steaks and fresh fish dishes to the table.Feel the energy while dining in a casual and rustic 6700-square-foot setting. Dine at natural reclaimed wood tables with seating for 175, surrounded by inviting darker woods, exposed brick and beams, subtle filament lighting, and accented with muted chocolate and caramel tones throughout.

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2. Big Bowl-Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(2930)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Lincolnshire

Booked 24 times today

Using the freshest and highest quality ingredients and starting fromscratch are the only ways to authentically prepare Asian cuisine.At Big Bowl, we make our own curries and roast our own chiliesand spices, which are ground daily to prepare a variety of oursignature dishes. Our menu features Chinese favorites like KungPao Chicken, Prime Beef & Broccoli, Sweet & Sour PineappleShrimp, along with Thai specialties like Panang Curry Chicken, Vegetable & Tofu PadThai and Red Hot Pepper Chicken Noodles. Whether its sweet orspicy, rice or noodles, Chinese or Thai that you are craving, ourmenu has it all.

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3. Spears Bourbon Burgers & Beer

4.5

Awesome(843)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Wheeling

Booked 9 times today

We are entering a new age for bourbon and beer drinkers as the many different varieties are readily available for your enjoyment here at Spears. Our cocktails are prepared by our incredibly knowledgeable bartenders who know all about the process of making, mixing, and drinking your next high quality beverage. Spears has American roots where the best Bourbon, Burgers, and Beer meet and await to delight you!

4. Di Pescara

4.6

Exceptional(5757)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Northbrook

Booked 37 times today

A contemporary favorite on the North Shore, Di Pescara specializes in meticulously selected, seafood, hand-rolled sushi, and a satisfying range of Italian and global specialties. The setting is modern, with animated, lively dining rooms, private party rooms, and an intimate, well-stocked bar. Chef-Partner Francis Brennan brings a modern approach to traditional dishes with results such as Ginger BBQ Salmon, Oven Roasted Fish, and house made Gnocchi. With both innovative specials and small bite desserts, Di Pescara will satisfy all appetites any day of the week. Open for lunch and dinner daily, we offer convenient carryout and boast 3 private dining rooms seating 14 to 140 people.

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5. Rosebud - Deerfield

4.6

Exceptional(1968)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Deerfield

Booked 31 times today

- OUTDOOR PATIO SEATING WILL BE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. We will do our best to accommodate all seating requests but please understand these tables can not be guaranteed because of such limited availability.Proper Attire RequiredWe are business casual. Thank you for not wearing tank tops, sleeveless shirts, flip-flops, gym wear, or short shorts. Dress shorts are acceptable. Please remove your hat when entering. Thank you so much for making a reservation. INSIDE and OUTSIDE seating are available. - If you need to make any changes to your reservation, please let us know prior to arriving at the restaurant.

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6. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(3039)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lincolnshire

Booked 18 times today

Eddie Merlot’s stands out as a prime steakhouse in Lincolnshire offering an unparalleled dining experience. Whether you're joining us for a business dinner or a relaxed date night, expect nothing less than the finest cuts of prime-aged beef, perfectly cooked steaks, and fresh seafood, complemented by an extensive selection of fine wines. Our Lincolnshire steakhouse provides the perfect balance of sophistication and warmth, with a friendly staff that treats every guest like family.At Eddie Merlot’s, we’re more than just a restaurant – we deliver an exceptional prime steak experience. Picture yourself savoring a tender filet mignon or indulging in a flavorful New York strip while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Our menu also features rich appetizers, fresh seafood, and mouthwatering bar bites.

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7. Starfish Sushi - Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(640)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Lincolnshire

Booked 3 times today

Starfish Sushi is bringing the best of traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine to Lincolnshire in an atmosphere that’ll make you feel like you’re in a sleek downtown restaurant without ever leaving the suburbs. You’ll feel welcomed as soon as you walk in and are seated in our cozy, modern space. Explore our drink menu for your choice of a cocktail, wine, beer, or sake. Whether you’re dining on sushi, sashimi, steak, ramen, or another dish, count on it being freshly prepared with the highest quality ingredients and presented in an artful way. Sit back, relax, and prepare for a culinary adventure you’ll want to experience again and again.

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8. P.F. Chang's - Northbrook

4.2

Awesome(510)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Northbrook

Booked 3 times today

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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9. Kamehachi - Northbrook

4.6

Exceptional(360)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Northbrook

Booked 5 times today

Kamehachi of Tokyo - Northbrook is an award winning Japanese restaurant. They have been family owned & operated for over 25 years. Kamehachi offers full cocktail service & a friendly staff. The beautifully appointed restaurant is located across from Village Green Park.

10. House 406

4.8

Exceptional(1565)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Northbrook

Booked 7 times today

House 406 is a modern American restaurant perfect for your next date night. Our extensive spirits, wine & beer list offer something for everyone. Please note that all outdoor reservations will be made either in our heated tent or open air seating with additional heaters. All reservations will be limited to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Parties later then 15 minutes will forfeit their table.

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Cristina
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was good it came to the table just warm. Is there such a thing as garlic over kill?. No? Ok! No refills. It was ok.
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Angry Crab - Wicker ParkPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.2
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Andy
Columbus •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great service and great food! We loved the Chicken Vesuvio and the Chicken Limon. They also have great desserts!
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Oggi Trattoria- Chicago AvePrice: Moderate• Italian• West Town
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4.6
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Kendall
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food we had at Mia Francesca’s was great, but what really set it apart was the service. Ben was a fantastic waiter: extremely kind, personable, and offered stellar menu recommendations! We are very glad we chose Mia Francesca’s for our Valentine’s Day celebration and especially grateful to Ben for going above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience. Would recommend to anyone looking for a lovely night out.
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Mia FrancescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
Our server was the best and he was super friendly. The food was amazing like always! The drinks were perfect. Had an amazing time with it my cousins!
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Sayulita Taco, Mariscos and Tequila BarPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Rolling Meadows
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
It was quiet and small but we had so much fun! They have BYOB and the person that helped us was wonderful she’s so nice!
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Kin Sushi and Thai CuisinePrice: Moderate• Sushi• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.3

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