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Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Klamath / Crescent City

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A photo of Popoca restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(41)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Oakland
Booked 12 times today
Popoca is a Salvadoran-inspired restaurant in the heart of Oakland. Popoca means “to emit smoke” in Nawat, the language of native people of El Salvador who stoked wood fires to prepare food over a comal for their families. Revered as more than just a means of cooking, smoke represents a prayer or offering to the spirits.Popoca is a mix of heritage and play. Our food is driven by preserving past, creating something new and uniquely Oakland. After years of pop-ups, Popoca has its own digs in the Old Oakland neighborhood, where the pupusas, chicken with fermented pineapple sauce, and other Cali-Salvadoran specialties are happily devoured.
A photo of Yoshi's Oakland restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8349)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Oakland
Booked 61 times today
Yoshi's has served Japan's best traditional dishes to Bay Area patrons since 1972. The menu highlights artfully arranged sushi, fresh grilled seafood, classic Japanese dishes, and vegetarian fare. Patrons can kick off their shoes in the traditional Japanese tatami seating or dine at tables. Expert sushi chefs create sushi and sashimi to order either in the restaurant or in the jazz house. Start the evening in the cocktail lounge before dinner or have a nightcap after taking in a show in the jazz house.
A photo of Shirasoni restaurant
4.1
Excellent(566)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Alameda
Booked 12 times today
Shirasoni Japanese Restaurant invites you to visit us for “a Unique dining experience.”Here at Shirasoni Japanese Restaurant, we pride ourselves on providing excellent service, using the freshest of ingredients, and our delightfully entertaining authentic Japanese Teppanyaki and Sushi dinner shows while providing a fun, friendly, and family experience. Online reservations are for Teppanyaki dining only.
A photo of Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine- Oakland restaurant
4.4
Awesome(210)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Oakland
Booked 17 times today
Not your typical Thai! We are a Thai New Generation restaurant focusing on bringing you adventurous, bold flavors of traditional and non-traditional dishes using the freshest ingredients. Look out for our nightly specials from regional home cooked dishes to market fried grasshoppers. We are consistently voted the "Best Thai Restaurant" in San Francisco by Michelin Bib Gourmand 2016 - 2019. The Best Thai Restaurant. San Francisco, Oakland, Menlo Park, Berkeley and Portland.
A photo of Spinning Bones restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(309)
Price: Moderate
• American • Alameda
Booked 2 times today
Spinning Bones is a California rotisserie Michelin Bib Gourmand rated restaurant that specializes in roasted meats with bold flavors. The focus of the menu is slow roasted meats: poultry, pork and beef, rotating on spits over high heat, and basting in their own natural juices. The rest of the menu is comprised of shareable appetizers, vegetarian side dishes, and healthier salads with vegan dressings. The principle of the menu is straight-forward: quality products that are prepared minimally and cooked thoughtfully. Spinning Bones is a brunch and dinner spot for Alameda people by Alameda people. It is a casual neighborhood restaurant open 5 days-a-week for sit down dining, take-out, and large party catering. Spinning Bones strives to be a common area for the residents of the East Bay to come together and engage in conversation and camaraderie over great food and drink.
A photo of MUA restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1394)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Oakland
Booked 13 times today
MUA is known for its open atmosphere, eclectic décor, art events and, of course, its delicious food. Ideal for large parties or intimate gatherings, the spacious dining room creates a relaxed, casual vibe for guests to enjoy their meals. A large selection of wines, cocktails and beers make MUA a great spot for an evening out with friends. Family owned and run Mua was one of the first restaurants to open in what was then Auto Row in Oakland, in 2008. After their first 2 restaurants, Pastoral in Berkeley (first opened in 1982 while still students, 37 in the architecture program at Cal and San-Ju painting at SFAI) then later Soizic (Jack London Square, 1996), they wanted to shift gears from heavily curated menus to more comfort-based fare catering more to the eclectic and artistic community in Oakland. Today you’ll find people of all ages and backgrounds, from Too Short to Jerry Brown.
A photo of Bocanova restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(63)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Oakland
Booked 5 times today
Bocanova is a Pan-American Grill & Restaurant celebrating new world ingredients, many of which are often associated with the old world because of their heavy influence on our favorite European cuisines.Where would Italy be without corn (polenta) and tomatoes, or Ireland without potatoes, or France without haricots vert and pole beans all of which originated in the new world. What would Asian cuisine be without peppers and rice and this is just the tip of the iceberg. We aim To celebrate the bounty of New World ingredients through the creative interpretation of indigenous dishes from South, Central and North America.To provide a casual environment that encourages our guests to nourish both body and soul through the sharing of meals with friends and family.
A photo of Jo's Modern Thai restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(40)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Oakland
Booked 8 times today
Jo's Modern Thai is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Oakland's Laurel District.Born from the cultural exchange between Oakland native Kao Saelee and his wife Jo, Jo's Modern Thai embodies vibrant Thai flavors with a modern twist. The menu blends bold, balanced Thai dishes with creative, irreverent approaches. Highlights include smoky barbecue brisket drunken noodles and a laab-inspired pork burger, with customizable spice levels to suit all palates.Jo's celebrates the deep connections between food, culture, and community, reimagining traditional recipes with Thai and Californian flair. We prioritize thoughtful sourcing, partnering with local farmers and artisans to showcase the best seasonal ingredients. Our curated selection of wines and inventive craft cocktails further elevates the experience, inviting guests to savor the flavors of Thailand in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
A photo of A16 Rockridge restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2378)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Oakland
Booked 9 times today
A16 is an upscale casual restaurant with a focus on Southern Italian food and wines. The restaurant features wood oven-fired Neapolitan Pizza and other specialties of Campania.Take out and Delivery available at A16pizza.com from 5:00pm-9:00pm.Closed on Mondays. For information about reserving the Private Dining Room please call the restaurant at 510.768.8003
A photo of Saucy Oakland restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(157)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Oakland
Saucy Oakland features fun and delicious Pan-Asian dishes like the Thai Corndog, Hamachi spoons, soy-braised beef short ribs, and garlic noodles. Enjoy our original dishes with a selection of premium sake, sake spritzers, wine, beer, soft drinks, and tea. We are currently accepting reservations for lunch (Tue-Fri) for parties of 5 or more. We currently DO NOT offer TABLE SERVICE for lunch. We hope to provide this service in the future. Please order at the counter when you arrive.Happy Hour and Dinner (Wed-Sat).Brunch on Sundays from 11-2:30PM Saucy Oakland is a fun and creatively driven project put together by locals Chef Tony and Jenni in 2015. They've partnered up their passion for food to deliver their take on a fun concept that focuses on friends mingling over great food.

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  • David
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Delicious food and lots of food. The atmosphere is somewhat casual, so not quite a date night place but a terrific value.
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    The Saap AvenuePrice: Moderate• Laotian• Oakland
    4.6
  • Klarisse
    Guam •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Incredible food and top-notch service! The staff was welcoming and attentive, making the experience even better. Paella Negra was a standout—flavorful and beautifully presented. The ambiance was cozy & elegant at the same time which is perfect for celebrations Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!
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    Telefèric Barcelona - Los GatosPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Los Gatos
    4.5
  • Gina
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    My go-to sit down Mexican spot in the city. So consistent and delicious every time.
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    Matador - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Downtown / Union Square
    4.5
  • Margaret
    Philadelphia County •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 25, 2025
    Those who complain on the thread about spicy food perplex me—why did they go to a Sichuan restaurant? I have a lower craving/tolerance for spice than a typical Chinese person with Sichuan roots—I like the flavor but don’t seek the heat necessarily. To me, the food at Z&Y was the appropriate level of spicy and flavorful. Actually, there’s a variety of regional specialties, and our party just ordered what we felt like without regard to trying to get a typical Sichuan meal. I had meant to book a table at Z&Y Peking Duck across the street, but I didn’t mind the mistake! I don’t live in SF, and am willing to shell it out for a Michelin fine dining experience. I found Z&Y was relatively expensive and in slightly more modest proportion to what one might expect for a typical Chinatown restaurant, but worth it due to the extremely high quality and authentic food. Decor and service style are also typical Chinatown vibe. We had to get egg rolls for the youngest adult with us, and they were crisp and tasty. Tan tan noodles had spice and subtle flavor at the same time. We ordered Peking duck and I wondered if we got the tea smoked duck, but we didn’t even complain because there was a LOT of duck and the smoky flavor was unique and delicious—and there were enough thin pancakes, sauce, cucumber, and spring onions. Pea shoots and cumin beef were very tasty. We added on Dong Po Ro (Pork Shoulder) as our last dish came to the table because we needed more food. It came to the table quickly and was melt in your mouth tender. Yes, it is very fatty, but that’s the point of this cut—if you don’t like fat, don’t get Dong Po Ro! Lots of happy accidents with this meal, wouldn’t change a thing.
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    Z & Y RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
    4.5
  • OpenTable Diner
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 19, 2025
    Amazing food and great hospitality! Carnitas tacos🔥
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    Flores EmeryvillePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Emeryville
    4.3
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