Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Fountain Valley

118 restaurants available nearby

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1. Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

4.8

Exceptional(8162)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Costa Mesa

Booked 156 times today

Water Grill South Coast Plaza is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located across from South Coast Plaza - just steps from the Segerstrom Center of the Arts - Water Grill South Coast Plaza is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Orange County’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill South Coast Plaza also offers multiple, customizable private dining rooms for your business meetings and special events.

2. Jolie

4.7

Exceptional(315)

Price: Expensive

• American • Huntington Beach

Booked 34 times today

Upscale waterfront dining brought to you by the team behind The Goldfinch (Irvine, CA) & The 908 (Long Beach, CA).

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3. Habana - Costa Mesa

4.7

Exceptional(2727)

Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Costa Mesa

Booked 70 times today

Habana is located inside The Lab in Costa Mesa. Habana features a beautiful and romantic patio and an intimate bar that will transport you to the heart of Cuba. Enjoy our Cuban-inspired menu and handcrafted fresh Mojitos.

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4. Mastro's Steakhouse - Costa Mesa

4.7

Exceptional(8157)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Costa Mesa

Booked 166 times today

Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

5. Lorea

4.6

Exceptional(98)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Huntington Beach

Booked 14 times today

Enjoy California coastal cuisine at our oceanfront restaurant, while taking in the sights and sounds of the Pacific Ocean across the street. Located within the four-diamond resort, Pasea Hotel & Spa.Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks in the dining room or on the ocean-view patio. Reservations for Lorea are available for the indoor dining room or outdoor patio. Reservations are NOT accepted for the rooftop bar, Treehouse on PCH, and seating is first-come, first served. Enjoy 4 hours of valet parking at Paséa for $15 with validation when dining at Lorea (excluding special events & holidays)

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6. SandBar Huntington Beach

4.7

Exceptional(110)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Huntington Beach

Booked 7 times today

Sandbar Cocina y Tequila offers a variety of revamped Mexican food classics, vibrant cocktails, and an extensive range of international tequilas and mezcals.Our food menu celebrates Mexico’s diverse ingredients through contemporary interpretations of classic dishes, as well as some nostalgic recipes.The bar program features handcrafted margaritas and creative cocktails, an extensive tequila & mezcal list, including a selection of rare and classic international tequilas and many Mexican, craft and domestic beer selections.Sandbar’s design incorporates custom materials, lighting, furniture and décor which will transport you to the beautiful coasts of Mexico. With our prime locations just blocks from the Pacific, Sandbar’s Mexican coastal design blends with laid SoCal beach vibes and modern Mexican cool.

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7. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Huntington Beach, CA | Ocean Plaza

4.7

Exceptional(1145)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Huntington Beach

Booked 41 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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8. Maggiano's - South Coast Plaza

4.6

Exceptional(8018)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Costa Mesa

Booked 153 times today

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's South Coast Plaza and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Conveniently located five minutes from the John Wayne Airport, 15 minutes from the beach, and a short walk from premium shopping, our South Coast Plaza location has much to offer. Visit us at 3333 Bristol St. and book your reservation today!

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9. Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Costa Mesa

4.9

Exceptional(164)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese (Yakiniku) • Costa Mesa

Booked 30 times today

Authentic Japanese Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant.Manpuku Community!We are now open for inside dinning ONLY.Please call at 714-708-3290 if you have any questions. Thank you!-Restaurant Policy-We hold reservations for 10 minutes. If your party has not arrived or called via phone within 10 minutes after your reservation time, the restaurant reserves the right to mark your reservation as a no-show or cancellation. Time limit of 1hour 45 min dinning must be required for all party. Please check in before your reservation time.

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10. Descanso - Standard Dining

4.4

Awesome(570)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Costa Mesa

Booked 19 times today

THIS PAGE IS FOR OUR STANDARD DINING TABLES ONLY. For reservations at our Plancha Tables (Where the Chef Cooks at Your Table), please search for DESCANSO PLANCHA DINING on the Open Table Website or call us at 714.486.3798Descanso is a modern taqueria in that it celebrates authentic Mexican flavors and recipes executed in a lively setting that brings in the smells, sounds and energy of a busy Mexican town.Types of Dining at Descanso:PLANCHAAt a Plancha Table, you will receive an intimate experience with our Planchero Chefs. This is a multi-course menu where your meal is cooked in front of you at your table! Please go to our DESCANSO PLANCHA DINING page in order to book for this experience online.STANDARD DININGMake a reservation here for our indoor dining room or patio.TACO BARThe Taco Bar (Counter) is an a la carte version of the Plancha Experience where one of our chefs cooks in front of you at a counter top.INDOOR AND OUTDOOR BARBar Top Seating indoor and patio

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Tracey
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a group of 11 for a late lunch. We ordered appetizers, main dishes, sides & dessert. Everyone was happy. The seafood dishes were great, even the non seafood fans loved their selections of grilled chicken. The food was fresh and the service was awesome. We asked our server for many suggestions . We are looking forward to dining at O SEA again!
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O SeaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Orange
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4.8
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Kathy
Orange County •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was the perfect place for a birthday lunch. Great food, nice ambiance, good service, and we could have a conversation because it wasn't too loud. I'd recommend it for sure and I'm picky.
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Bosscat Kitchen & LibationsPrice: Expensive• American• Irvine
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4.6
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Paul
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Benny and Mary’s is a great place to have drinks and dine. The bartenders are very knowledgeable and mix great drinks. The ambiance is great with high ceilings, lighting just right and music present but not too loud. The food was great. I had the filet steak which was cooked perfectly. It has become one of my favorites.
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Benny & Mary'sPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Irvine
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4.6
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Soso
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 26, 2024
Atmosphere was great, Food and drinks are excellent. A great place overall.
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Santo Remedio Mexican Resto-BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Orange
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4.5
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Timfin2vip
Orange County •88 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 24, 2024
Great service and sushi! A definite lunch time value!
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RA Sushi Bar Restaurant - Chino Hills, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Chino Hills
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118 restaurants available nearby

1. Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

2. Jolie

3. Habana - Costa Mesa

4. Mastro's Steakhouse - Costa Mesa

5. Lorea

6. SandBar Huntington Beach

7. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Huntington Beach, CA | Ocean Plaza

8. Maggiano's - South Coast Plaza

9. Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Costa Mesa

10. Descanso - Standard Dining

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