Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Southwest Philadelphia

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1. White Dog Cafe - University City

4.6

Exceptional(5488)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • University City

Booked 62 times today

An iconic restaurant in University City since 1983, White Dog Cafe is a leader in using environmentally sustainable, organic, and local foods from farms within 50 miles. Known for warm hospitality, and inspiring award-winning food, the White Dog's historic three brownstones offer charming and whimsical dog décor and artwork in its many unique dining spaces and outdoor dining on the sidewalk.

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2. Loch Bar - Philadelphia

4.5

Awesome(695)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Center City

Booked 71 times today

Located on Philadelphia's vibrant Avenue of the Arts in the heart of the city, Loch Bar is a classic seafood tavern that blends the best of land & sea!Spotlighted by an impressive raw bar that offers an array of succulent seafood & fresh flavors, Loch Bar's menu incorporates some of the region's most popular seafood dishes including oysters, Maine lobster, Alaskan king crab & more.In addition to our stellar raw bar, we present an extensive whiskey list from around the world that caters to both the seasoned aficionado as well as curious newcomers. To complement our whiskey offerings, our bar program features handcrafted cocktails & local craft beers.Loch Bar hosts live music every night of the week showcasing the incredible talent of Philadelphia's local music scene.Loch Bar on Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts is more than just a restaurant; it's an immersive journey through the finest culinary offerings, live music &

3. Spice Finch

4.8

Exceptional(1260)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Center City

Booked 22 times today

Named after the bird that populates nearly every port along the ancient maritime spice routes, Spice Finch pays homage to a passerine that does not sing, yet is known to vocalize or chirp in recognition of good eats. We are inspired by the distinctive flavors of the nations bordering the Mediterranean Sea, and heavily influenced by the cultures and culinary traditions of Morocco and Greece. Our menu is a bold, seasonally accurate menu featuring an array of small plates, vegetables, grilled meats and fish. Follow us on Instagram @SpiceFinchPhilly

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4. La Fontana Della Citta

4.3

Awesome(2028)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 12 times today

Jersey Shore pilgrims might be familiar with La Fontana Del Mare ("The Fountain of the Sea"), the award-winning restaurant in Strathmere. Owner Rafael Kupa is excited to bring his most popular dishes to Philly at this new "Fountain of the City," a 100-seat BYOB right off Rittenhouse Square.

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5. Osteria Ama Philly

4.6

Exceptional(305)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Center City

Booked 22 times today

Osteria Ama is your premier BYOB Italian restaurant with locations in Chadds Ford, West Chester and now in Philadelphia. We specialize in Italian cuisine. We use traditional ways to make our homemade bread, pizza crust, pastas and use imported, authentic Italian products for our dishes. At Osteria Ama, we strive to put together delicious dishes that can be shared with our friends, family, and community.

6. The Butcher Bar

4.5

Awesome(1569)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 15 times today

BUTCHER BAR—the latest restaurant from the crew that brought you Varga Bar, Mercato and Valanni. We invite you to our restaurant that playfully celebrates “meat lovers and comfort foods” complimented with a bar featuring 16 beers on tap, 6 draft wines, and a whiskey-based cocktail program. Brunch is offered all weekend and Lunch is available Wed-Fri. Book your next business dinner, happy hour or birthday in our year round patio.

7. SouthGate

4.8

Exceptional(427)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Korean • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 26 times today

Located on the edge of Rittenhouse Square and Graduate Hospital neighborhoods of Philadelphia, SouthGate is a twist on the traditional gastropub. Elevating food and drink in a modern but in an approachable way, the menu and the décor of Southgate are heavily influenced by both our Korean roots as well as modern American culture, preferring to be interesting and friendly rather than trendy.The menu consists of a wide range of options, including several vegetarian meals. Popular dishes include Korean fried chicken, bulgogi burger, dumplings and buns, and assorted banchan. In addition to the delectable cuisine, Southgate offers an extensive drink menu that includes cocktails, wine, spirits and an extensive craft beer list.

8. Bucatini Caffe

4.9

Exceptional(70)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Passyunk Avenue

Booked 8 times today

We're thrilled to announce our NEW menu is here! We're open for dinner 6 nights a week and can't wait for you to join us. Don't forget we're BYOB and make a reservation today!

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9. L'Angolo Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(699)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Philly

Booked 23 times today

L'angolo Restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine from the puglia region. This BYOB restaurant has a warm and inviting atmosphere that is perfect for celebrations or a romantic date night . Lunch specials include fresh cavatelli and the ricotta gnocchi al telefono. The dinner favorites include pork Milanese and the homemade Lobster ravioli .Be sure to check out there specials from the Burratta salad to fresh Bronzino on the grill to there Veal chop is where L'angolo really excels . Every component that goes into making a meal at L'angolo Restaurant is homemade and makes use of locally sourced fresh ingredients. Make your reservation today we fill up fast !

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10. El Rey - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(598)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Center City

Booked 43 times today

Inspired by the cuisines of Puebla and Veracruz, El Rey captures the essence of Mexican home cooking. Boisterous and broken-in like a laidback roadside cantina, the dining room hums from midday to late-night. Folk art, kitchsy found objects and vintage movie posters adorn the walls, providing plenty of visual stimuli for eaters digging into authentic tacos, tortas, enchiladas, sopes and more. Add a bar stocked with the best tequilas, mezcals and cervezas and you’ve got a cantina fit for a king.

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CharlesVIP
Philadelphia County •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
best mexican that we've had in Philadelphia. Pozole was incredible.
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La Llorona Cantina MexicanaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• South Philly
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4.8
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SharonVIP
Philadelphia County •124 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
Good place for a meal before a show across the street.
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Toska Restaurant & BreweryPrice: Moderate• American• Chestnut Hill
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4.6
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Nicole
Philadelphia County •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
So good ! From start to finish - excellent. Understated and underrated. Service ambiance and good quality all 5 stars. We order one main dish each and a handful of mezze items and sides like beets and basmati rice and fries. The fries were good but not great and out of everything we ordered, happened to be my least favorite. King salmon was my main course and was so delicious and flavorful - there was no stopping me from finishing it. I only recently came here for happy hour and once many years ago for dinner and I have to say, it was great to be back and I can’t wait to return. Highly recommend.
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Spice FinchPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Center City
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4.8
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Theodore
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 5, 2024
Delicious food, very loud and warm in the restaurant. We’d go back, but dressed more comfortably for atmosphere.
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Coco's Cocina Tex-MexPrice: Moderate• Tex-Mex• Pitman
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3.9
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Shadria
Philadelphia County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 5, 2024
AMAZINGGGGGG I LOVED IT!!!! I made a RSVP and was running behind schedule (typical me) they were so accommodating, especially since it was Game 1 of the playoffs. Amazing service! Food! First time visiting and I most certainly will be visiting again!!!! Shadria!
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Off the Rail - MediaPrice: Moderate• Grill• Media
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4.7

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116 restaurants available nearby

1. White Dog Cafe - University City

2. Loch Bar - Philadelphia

3. Spice Finch

4. La Fontana Della Citta

5. Osteria Ama Philly

6. The Butcher Bar

7. SouthGate

8. Bucatini Caffe

9. L'Angolo Restaurant

10. El Rey - Philadelphia

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