Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Ballantyne

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1. North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ballantyne

Booked 66 times today

Using only the season’s best ingredients, our chefs create a variety of modern Italian dishes including pastas made from scratch daily, hand-tossed pizzas like the classic Margherita but make it Tie Dye, and savory lunch and dinner entrees like Pork Milanese, Tortelloni al Pomodoro, and Braised Short Rib Lumache that deliver flavors that go above and beyond the expected as well as a full-bodied wine and beer list accompanied by an array of handcrafted cocktails including a Sicilian Margarita and the Pomegranate Mule. For more information, visit northitalia.com.

2. Hestia Rooftop

4.6

Exceptional(675)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Ballantyne

Booked 43 times today

Dynamic. Energetic. Alluring. Bold flavors, inventive presentations, and tailor-made omakase menus take center stage at Hestia: a modern Asian restaurant that sets premium ingredients and eclectic executions front and center—revealing an innovative, one-of-a-kind dining experience that sits at the top of Ballantyne’s inspired dining scene. Beautiful rooftop with views to downtown Charlotte.

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3. Gallery Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1914)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballantyne

Booked 18 times today

Gallery Restaurant serves contemporary American fare for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Menus change seasonally to provide fresh regional ingredients. An exclusive art display from a local gallery establishes an authentic gallery feel. Enjoy an impressive wine selection honored as a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Gallery Bar offers a casual option for lunch and dinner and has an extensive Whiskey collection. Diners enjoy monthly culinary events and seasonal Al fresco dining. Private dining offers an elegant space for small social events and meetings up to 20 guests. Gallery Restaurant is located at The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte on the corner of Johnston Road and Ballantyne Commons Parkway. Dress code is business casual or nice dress, no baseball caps please.

4. The Blue Taj

4.7

Exceptional(805)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Ballantyne

Booked 15 times today

Located in Ballantyne Village, The Blue Taj is a groundbreaking restaurant serving Indian Cuisine and a much needed and welcome addition to Charlotte’s dining scene. The Décor at The Blue Taj is chic and modern, yet very cozy and eclectic. There are four themed dining areas to keep the excitement going for each time you visit. A chic wine cellar also graces the floor of the restaurant where vast and popular selections of wines are stored in a good temperature and humidity controlled environment. The Bubble Bar is open nightly to fix your craving for exciting combination of both signature and innovative cocktails and refreshingly sparkling and other popular wines by the glass. The Blue Taj is also a lunch destination in a very popular location. The ample selections of lunch offerings are sure to please business and mainstream diners alike. The Blue Taj is also available for private events and parties of various sizes.

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5. Ballantyne Ballroom

4.4

Awesome(66)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Ballantyne

Experience unparalleled elegance at the Ballantyne Ballroom within the prestigious Ballantyne Hotel, where every holiday is a celebration to remember. Indulge in our festive and specialty brunch buffets for Mother's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, meticulously crafted to delight your senses and create cherished memories. Savor handcrafted cocktails and a curated selection of drinks at our bar, while enjoying live entertainment that adds a touch of magic to your experience. With complimentary parking and the ability to accommodate large parties, make your holiday celebrations truly unforgettable at The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel.

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6. Frida's Mexican Cantina

3.9

Excellent(115)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • South Charlotte

Booked 10 times today

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7. Link & Pin Arboretum

4.3

Awesome(728)

Price: Expensive

• American • Arboretum

Booked 23 times today

Our culinary-driven menu is at the center of the restaurant experience, with food that’s chef-inspired but approachable. Our cozy bar provides an ideal setting for guests to gather and sip on a glass of wine or a delicious cocktail mixed fresh by one of our experienced bartenders.Dress Code-To ensure a quality experience for all of our guests and to meet our standard of service, we encourage our guests to dress in an elegant, upscale manner that fits our environment. https://www.linkandpin.com/dress-code/

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8. Tap and Vine - Charlotte

3.7

Very Good(337)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Ballantyne

Booked 22 times today

Tap & Vine is a restaurant/wine bar that specializes in tapas, as well as a variety of other food. We specialize in fine wine, craft cocktails and an upbeat, beautiful atmosphere. We are located in Ballantyne at the Stonecrest shopping center. We have daily and weekly food and drink specials, events, live music, & great vibes. We are open for lunch & dinner every day of the week. We look forward to seeing you!

9. Mizu

4.6

Exceptional(1263)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • SouthPark

Booked 34 times today

Inspired by the wood-fired Robata grills of Japan, Mizu offers a refreshed take on live-fire cooking atop the Hyatt Centric in the heart of Charlotte’s SouthPark neighborhood. Opened in August of 2021 and named one of 2022's "25 Best New Restaurants" and "50 Best Restaurants" by Charlotte Magazine, the rooftop restaurant by Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) combines the traditions of ancient Japanese cooking with Southern influences and Asian flavors. The kitchen, anchored by Mizu’s own Robata grill, features a seafood-focused menu composed of wood-fired, raw, and chilled offerings.The beverage program focuses on bright, easy-drinking libations using Japanese spirits and seasonal ingredients, complementing the cuisine and atmosphere. With a chic, minimalist design with natural elements throughout, the restaurant, named for the Japanese word for water, offers sweeping rooftop views from the patio, as well as sophisticated interiors and comfortable lounge and bar seating.

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10. 800 DEGREES | BAR ONE Lounge - SOUTH PARK

4.5

Awesome(1222)

Price: Expensive

• American • SouthPark

Booked 47 times today

Founded in 2011 by Chef Anthony Carron, 800 DEGREES focuses on pure ingredients and a custom wood-fired oven. Our scratch dough, locally sourced produce, and artisan meats and cheeses create a unique, smoky taste in every dish. From hand-made pizzas to wild-caught salmon, every bite will leave you wanting more. BAR ONE Lounge, a Los Angeles concept now in Charlotte at Phillips Place, is attached to 800 DEGREES. It's perfect for late-night cocktails and fine dining, with a full dinner menu served until 2 AM. The lounge features high-back leather booths, walnut tables, intimate lighting, and art-filled walls, delivering an exclusive yet casual experience. Enjoy classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned, Vesper Martini, or French 75. Join us for lunch, dinner, or a late-night rendezvous at BAR ONE Lounge or 800 DEGREES in South Park.

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Valerie
Charlotte •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The truffle bread, calamari and pizza were absolutely delicious!
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North Italia - Charlotte - BallantynePrice: Moderate• Italian• Ballantyne
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4.5
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Hank
Charlotte •31 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As always, the food was excellent and the service friendly and responsive.
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Deejai Noodle BarPrice: Moderate• Thai• NODA
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4.3
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Rian
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Service was absolutely wonderful, i felt very welcomed food was marvelous! i definitely recommend i came here my birthday and absolutely loved it!
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EssexPrice: Moderate• International• Uptown
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4.5
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Michele
Coastal North Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 5, 2024
Waiter was fabulous - attentive without hovering and knew the menu and listened to what we wanted and had great recommendations. The food was excellent as usual, and plated so beautifully. Love this restaurant
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P.F. Chang's - NorthlakePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Charlotte
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4.7

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne

2. Hestia Rooftop

3. Gallery Restaurant

4. The Blue Taj

5. Ballantyne Ballroom

6. Frida's Mexican Cantina

7. Link & Pin Arboretum

8. Tap and Vine - Charlotte

9. Mizu

10. 800 DEGREES | BAR ONE Lounge - SOUTH PARK

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