Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Outer Mission

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AlamedaBernal HeightsBurlingameCastroChinatownCivic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

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1. Elena's

4.7

Exceptional(592)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Forest Hill / West Portal

Booked 132 times today

Welcome to Elena's -- a place where a family’s love for authentic Mexican food is celebrated and combined with California-inspired elements and signature Mexican-American dishes. We offer reservations for up to 8 guests via OpenTable. At the time of your reservation, we kindly request the entire party be present to be seated. Tables will be held for up to 10 minutes after the reservation time. For parties that arrive later, the table will be released but we will do our best to accommodate the reservation with the next available table. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Elena’s!

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2. State Bird Provisions

4.7

Exceptional(3286)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Western Addition

Booked 63 times today

State Bird Provisions started as a recipe for serving quail, it has slowly evolved into a restaurant without any programmed elements.

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3. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1946)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 66 times today

Che Fico, is a California Italian restaurant from Chefs David Nayfeld and Matt Brewer in San Francisco's NOPA neighborhood. The food focuses on Italian cuisine through the lens of California. It’s our vision of Northern California as if it is a region in Italy, our connection to the region, and our love for Italian culinary practices. The rustic, market-driven menu features handmade pasta, pizzas, antipasti, housemade salumi, meat, and fish plus dishes from the Jewish-Roman heritage known as “Cucina Ebraica.” The beverage program focuses heavily on both Italian and Californian wines with a cocktail program that utilizes a variety of spirits, amaros, and seasonal ingredients. Che Fico is a place to gather with friends and enjoy warm hospitality, food, and drink, through an approachable menu and convivial ambiance.

4. La Ciccia

4.7

Exceptional(2718)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Noe Valley

Booked 9 times today

We are currently open for both Indoor and Outdoor dining. - San Francisco can get very chilly at night. Please do not forget your jacket.La Ciccia is a cozy and intimate restaurant located on the edge of Noe Valley. The chef is committed to use the freshest and the most authentic ingredients from Sardinia resulting in pungent, lively, flavorful food. The all Italian wine list, 150 labels selection represent every Region with more than a quarter devote to Sardinia in order to pair the traditional earthy flavors as well seafood influence of Sardinia cuisine. La Ciccia is a tribute to Sardinia an experience not to be missed.

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5. Canela Bistro & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1582)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Castro

Booked 13 times today

Take a trip to Spain without your passport! Established in 2011, Canela's Spanish and California cuisine has been drawing in locals and visitors alike. Crafted with a mix of ingredients and wines imported from Spain as well as California's bounty, Canela's mix of tapas and paella is made to please. Mat Schuster, Canela’s executive chef, has dedicated his life to creating sophisticated and unforgettable flavors with you in mind. Honored to be awarded a Certified Restaurant from Spain by the Spanish Trade Commission, we offer over 75 bottles of unique wine from Spain, some that you will only find here. Whether you want to have a formal dinner, casual tapas, small plates, paella, glass of wine, and homemade dessert, come to Canela and be assured that you will find what you are looking for.

6. Starbelly

4.5

Awesome(1592)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Castro

Booked 61 times today

Starbelly is a modern, urban restaurant that serves California Comfort food in the heart of The Castro. Our garden patio and fun atmosphere make Starbelly a neighborhood favorite, serving lunch, brunch and dinner. Our craft cocktails, beer and wine lists all play well with our seasonal menu.

7. La Connessa

4.7

Exceptional(356)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mission Bay / South Beach

Booked 67 times today

## La Connessa: A Modern Italian Gem in San Francisco Step into La Connessa and be transported to a world of culinary delight. This modern Italian trattoria, nestled in the heart of Potrero Hill, offers a vibrant atmosphere and a menu that celebrates the best of Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist. The space is a feast for the eyes, boasting a stunning slate blue and metallic gold palette, an expansive illuminated bar, and exceptional art deco design. High ceilings and a beautiful, elevated vibe create a perfect setting for both special occasions and casual meals. The menu, crafted with the finest hand-selected ingredients, features a range of classic dishes reimagined with modern influences. From expertly blistered wood-fired pizzas to hearty secondi selections, including hand-made pastas, bistecca, and local seafood, La Connessa promises an unforgettable dining experience. Start your journey with delectable antipasti like roasted jimmy nardello peppers and roasted artichokes. Then, indulge in the signature Spaghettino al Limone, a symphony of flavors with fresh lemon, garlic, and parmesan. For a truly special occasion, savor the succulent bistecca, grilled to perfection and served with seasonal vegetables. No Italian meal is complete without a touch

8. Piglet & Co

4.5

Awesome(36)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Mission

Booked 12 times today

Piglet & Co presents nostalgic flavors in the form of modern Asian comfort food. Located in Mission District of San Francisco. Our non-traditional menus are inspired by childhood memories, meals shared with us by elders, and our favorite dishes from night markets and Taiwan. Our menu changes often to reflect the current seasons. SF Eater's Best New Restaurants in America 2023, Sf Eater's Essential 38, Infatuation SF Best Brunches in San Francisco

9. Destapas SF

4.7

Exceptional(135)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Mission

Booked 5 times today

Owners Luis Raga and Raul Aguilera brings you their vision of a casual bar/restaurant in Spain: a fun and unpretentious spot to gather friends, family, or dates. We bring you flavors from all over Spain, the concept is tapas and paellas to be shared at the table. You'll see dishes come on and off the menu often and while we offer a broad selection of dishes, due to our small kitchen, certain tapas will run out during the service. Don’t miss our Happy hour Mon-Fri 5-6pm ONLY on BAR & HIGH TOPS for heavily discounted tapas and drinks. Also, make sure to check our back patio, it will transport you to a warm summer night of the south of Spain. If driving street parking could be tricky, check out the SF general hospital parking structure just 2 blocks away from the restaurant. If coming from the East Bay or Peninsula location is just a few blocks from the freeway (exit Cesar Chavez/Potrero on the 80 freeway). The nearest Bart station is at Potrero & 24th, a 15-minute walk.

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10. Che Fico Pizzeria - Chase Center

4.4

Awesome(75)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • SOMA

Booked 56 times today

Che Fico Pizzeria is the newest restaurant from the team behind the Italian Taverna Che Fico. Located just outside Chase Center in Thrive City, Che Fico Pizzeria is a lively and high-energy restaurant serving event goers and neighbors alike. The food menu is focused on pizza (of course!), with Che Fico's signature sourdough crust. Offered in two sizes, plus a slice window for those busy nights in Thrive City, we are pulling out all the stops on our pizza creativity. Beyond pizza the menu features a selection of antipasti and sandwiches. We are also thrilled to feature our incredible gelato and sorbetto, churned daily as soft serve. The restaurant itself features indoor and outdoor dining options, with a robust bar as the center point of the sprawling patio. Our incredible design partner Jon de la Cruz and firm DLC-ID have created a fun and welcoming space that highlights the beauty of our City by the Bay. We can't wait to welcome you!

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Liz
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent service and great tasting curry dishes. Definitely would go back in a heart beat. Big shareable dishes.
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Base CampPrice: Moderate• Asian• Mission
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4.9
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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
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4.5
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gerard
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 2, 2025
Made reservations. And promptly seated to the back room. Videos was playing repeatedly on loop. The video said farmhouse Thai but the foods the waitstaff attire did not match completely with the menu we were given. Some foods were spicy and some sweet. Some we needed to prefer multiple orders of appetizer so it would be appropriate for party of 6. Unfortunately the staff didn’t advise us of this. We were given plenty of time without interruptions to Chat amongst ourselves. Overall would definitely recommend this place for groups and intimate dinners.
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Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Thai• Mission
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4.4
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AmyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 27, 2024
Great service, tasty food, fun ambiance- I would definitely come back!
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Basil Canteen @ 11th StreetPrice: Moderate• Thai• SOMA
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4.7
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UnicornFoodie
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2023
The Clay Oven has been a favorite of mine for many years. Whether I order take out, dine in, or delivery, the food is always hot and delicious. I recommend this place to everyone, it's a restaurant that you have to try.
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Clay Oven Indian Restaurant - West PortalPrice: Moderate• Indian• Forest Hill / West Portal
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