Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Temple City

46 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Dive Oyster Bar

4.9

Exceptional(10)

Price: Moderate

• Oyster Bar • Temple City

Welcome to The Dive Oyster Bar! Indulge in a distinctive coastal dining experience with our finest oysters and lively Cajun and Creole flavors. Our signature steam kettle cooking technique ensures every dish is perfectly prepared. From traditional Cajun classics to creative Creole innovations, our menu promises to excite your palate. Enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere as you savor southern flavors with a Californian flair. Dive into our menu and savor a culinary journey like no other.

2. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(207)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Pasadena

Booked 12 times today

As an award winning restaurant group, Star Leaf creates a fine dining experience that combines ingredients and spices that will teleport guests across the Pacific to a tropical paradise. Founded in 2011, Star Leaf Pasadena is our first US-location in the beloved Playhouse Village. Every dish is prepared with passion and respect for the traditions that shaped Asian cuisine. The culinary team selects the freshest ingredients, ensuring each bite is a celebration of flavor and culture, while instilling innovative modern touches.

3. Le Grand Pasadena

4.1

Excellent(104)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pasadena

Booked 18 times today

Craving something extraordinary?Le Grand Restaurant brings bold flavors and unforgettable moments with our new menu featuring American Tapas—classic American dishes crafted in a tapas style starting at just $5 per plate. Perfect for sharing or savoring solo, these small plates are packed with flavor and value.For true indulgence, try our Unlimited Tapas Experience for $49 per person and enjoy endless servings of our chef’s creations. Pair it with the Unlimited Cocktail Experience for $27, offering expertly crafted drinks to complement every bite.Prefer something heartier? Explore our entrée selection, featuring larger, meal-sized portions perfect for satisfying any appetite. Don’t miss our Signature Creekstone Farms Ribeye Platter—a premium 16 oz cut served with roasted potatoes, caramelized carrots, cauliflower, creamy mushroom sauce, and peppercorn-parmesan butter.Le Grand is where great value meets bold flavor. Join us today for an extraordinary dining experience!

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4. The Raymond Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(3596)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 16 times today

Hello Friends,We look forward to welcoming you to The Raymond 1886. Please make reservations online or by calling the restaurant on 626-441-3136. If you have any special requests please note we will do our very best to accommodate however we cannot guarantee them. We have both outdoor seating in our wonderful patio spaces and indoor tables in the beautiful cottage and bar.Bar 1886 is open Sun-Thursday until 9pm and Friday - Saturday until 11pm. Walk-in welcome! Cheers,The Raymond 1886 Team

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5. The Arbour - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2090)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 12 times today

The Arbour brings rustic elegant dining to the historic Pasadena neighborhood of south Lake Avenue. Paying homage to the extraordinary agricultural bounty of California, The Arbour’s menu showcases relationships with sustainable local farms and purveyors.

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6. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(1378)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pasadena

Booked 20 times today

The Terrace serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring a California bistro-style menu comprised of the freshest seasonal and sustainable ingredients.

7. Magnolia House

4.5

Awesome(344)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Booked 6 times today

Located in a 100-year-old Pasadena craftsman bungalow, Magnolia House is a hideaway for those in the know – unique cocktails and a small plate menu from around the world. Stop by for handcrafted drinks, a boutique selection of wines, and local craft beers on tap while the menu boasts market-driven selection of seasonal shareable plates.

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8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(4034)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Pasadena

Booked 40 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Pasadena, CA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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9. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2051)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • South Pasadena

Booked 8 times today

Since 1946, Gus’s has been serving the good folks of South Pasadena (and beyond!) true Southern hospitality and some of the best real pit BBQ around. Housed on historic Route 66, Gus’s is a tribute to Southern life, where family, tradition and celebration are of the utmost importance. A menu filled with traditional Southern cooking and authentic, wood-smoked BBQ is complemented by an impressive range of whiskies, wines, cocktails and local craft beers. Today, Gus’s is a space for a warm welcome, a cold mint julep, and a big plate of the best flavors from the American South and Midwest. You’ll leave knowing exactly why Gus’s food has been hailed, “….so good that we found ourselves eating more than we’d imagined” by S. Irene Virbila, Los Angeles Times and was named one of the top 10 BBQ restaurants on the west coast by Sunset Magazine.

10. Mélange

4.2

Awesome(167)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pasadena

Where Casual Elegance Meets Culinary FlairMélange is a New American Restaurant with globally influenced dishes, creating a menu that delights the palate while experiencing sustainable and seasonal ingredients.DISCOVER / ENJOY / EXPERIENCE our culinary delights, handcrafted cocktails, and service to match - we can’t wait to welcome you to a culinary voyage that will keep you coming back.Join us inside the Le Méridien Pasadena Arcadia.. a neighborhood treasure for an unforgettable escape.

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Carolyn
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Excellent service as usual! Drinks and food came fast but wasn’t rushed. Service 10/10. Reminds me of home (Texas) with large margaritas and queso dip! Will return
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Joselito's Mexican FoodPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Tujunga
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4.8
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Rachel
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was pricy for the taste and drinks were ok, but the ambience and service were amazing. I’m literally going back for that.
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Proabition DTLAPrice: Moderate• American• Little Tokyo
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4
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Karla
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Tried this place for the first time and loved it. They have $10 Margaritas and great food, service and music. Kind of overstayed from the time they opened to close. We just had a great time. Will return!
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EncantoPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Los Feliz
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4.6
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DorisVIP
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
The food was good, but it was overpriced. You really paying for the service and ambiance.
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Daedo SikdangPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Koreatown
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4.7
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Marguerite
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 3, 2024
They set up a table for 12 for us with 10 minutes notice and did an outstanding job. Great food, service and atmosphere!
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Ventanas Restaurant & Bar - The Westin PasadenaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pasadena
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3.8

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46 restaurants available nearby

1. The Dive Oyster Bar

2. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

3. Le Grand Pasadena

4. The Raymond Restaurant

5. The Arbour - Pasadena

6. The Terrace at The Langham, Pasadena

7. Magnolia House

8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pasadena

9. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

10. Mélange

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