Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Carlton North

166 restaurants available nearby

1. Royal Oak Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(261)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Fitzroy

Booked 18 times today

The Oak has quickly become the crowd favourite amongst Fitzroy locals. Providing a wonderful atmosphere to enjoy one of our delicious meals and indulge in an array of tasty beverages. By the fire in winter or basking in the sun on Freeman Street. We are your local pub, a place for all to gather and celebrate conviviality

2. Saigon Secret

5.0

Exceptional(0)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Carlton North

Booked 3 times today

Searching for an authentic Vietnamese restaurant in Carlton North, then you'll absolutely love our new Saigon Secret; it's the traditional Vietnamese with a twist. Enjoy the delicious, colourful and vibrant dishes full of well-packed nutrition and flavour to make you go …so yum! Located in a heritage building, Saigon Secret is the quaint Vietnamese restaurant that's creating the buzz amongst restaurants in Carlton. Our range of Vietnamese fusion dishes are as exciting visually as it is flavoursome to taste. Enjoy a range of succulent and juicy, and wholesome Vietnamese dishes. Go for our belly-filling, taste bud exciting range of scrumptious foodie treats like the satay skewers or crispy fried calamari and chicken; you know you are in for a foodie treat when you walk into our Non-la (traditional Vietnamese hats) adorned restaurant down at the corner of Rathdowne St in Carlton.

3. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3227)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 73 times today

Hochi Mama was the God Mother of all aspiring street artists and rappers in the early nineties. An immigrant in the big city, she hosted underground art shows along with rap battles for the rejects; a place where you could just be at home, but with family. The whole crew was always welcome, the more the merrier, and she was well renowned for creating innovative dishes using the original famous dishes from her home country, and plenty of booze, in her spacious and homey warehouse.This cheeky, vibrant and buzzing Vietnamese Fusion venue is one for your to-do list. Boasting a killer menu and a super cool vibe, this place is known for a cocktail, feast or an intimate date night.

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4. Bodega Underground

4.4

Awesome(1538)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 17 times today

A restaurant smuggled from Mexico to Melbourne. Find Little Bourke Street’s late night mezcal bar and taqueria hidden underground in the China Town precinct, and open 7 days a week until late, including lunch Thursday - Sunday. Try a Tequila or Mezcal cocktail, or speak to our team about sipping some exciting Agave spirits instead. The $59 Feed Me banquet offers great value and a huge mix of traditional Mexican street food, plus some dishes with a twist. We also offer a $75 Bottomless Brunch on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays, with unlimited cocktails and 5 dishes; or a Pre-Theatre deal available every night of the week. We are located on the corner of Little Bourke and Crossley Street, Melbourne, with a moody bar and dining area perfect for both a quiet drink, or a larger celebration.

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5. Johnny's Green Room

4.3

Awesome(92)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 42 times today

Situated on the rooftop of the iconic King & Godfree building in the heart of Lygon Street’s Little Italy, Johnny’s Green Room is a Tuscan-inspired terrace with dazzling city skyline views and an enthusiastic appreciation for la dolce vita.Conceived by award-winning designer Dion Hall, Johnny’s evokes the good times of an Italian summer with a semi-retractable roof enabling those summertime vibes to be enjoyed year-round. We have acclaimed chef Karen Martini on board as our Culinary Director, her relaxed menu of Italian-style sharing dishes beautifully complemented by Melbourne bar maestro Matt Bax’s delicious program of Italian-accented cocktails and wine and a rolling roster of the finest DJs in the land.Named after the classic Carlton nightspot that in the 70s and 80s attracted the bohemian and the notorious like moths to a neon-lit flame, Johnny’s has been reimagined for a whole new generation of Carlton habitués.

6. Pinchy's

4.5

Awesome(150)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Melbourne CBD

Booked 17 times today

Melbourne’s best Champagne bar & Seafood restaurant now includes meat into the menu with new Executive Chef Pieter Buijsse. Pinchy’s seafood restaurant and champagne bar is a seaside oasis in the heart of Melbourne. Inviting our guests to experience typically indulgent delectables such as lobster rolls, our new Wagyu beef burger with smoked crispy tuna bacon, we seek to make the finer flavours in life more accessible, encouraging our guests to enjoy shared dishes in a casual style.Located in bustling Bourke Street, Pinchy’s boasts one of Melbourne’s favourite balcony bar destinations, with an insta-worthy interior to boot. So if seafood and champagne, cocktails or chablis tickles your fancy, you know where to find us.

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7. Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy

4.3

Awesome(1706)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Fitzroy

Booked 41 times today

Ichi Ni Nana, is a modern style Izakaya experience spread across multiple levels along the iconic Brunswick Street offering delectable Japanese dishes with a modern twist (such as our must try Ebi Mayo). The venue also comprises an amazing beverage list of Japanese inspired cocktails, the best Japan has to offer in sakes and whiskies and a comprehensive wine list covering local and international regions. Our friendly and professional team will take you on a guided tour through a Japanese experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating your next visit. Whether it’s an intimate dinner in one of our hand crafted booths or a group celebration, Ichi Ni Nana has an abundance of breathtaking indoor and outdoor areas (including a courtyard with a retractable glass ceiling which can be enjoyed rain, hail or shine), to suit any occasion.

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8. Straight Outta Saigon

4.6

Exceptional(1115)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 23 times today

Born out of the wok-tossed flames of Vietnam and introduced into the bustlin’ heart of urban Melbourne, Straight Outta Saigon's serving eastern flavours for it's CBD crew. Immerse yourself in 90s hip-hop mixtapes, swim in our offerings of tropical elixirs, and bask in the taste of street-side viet-fare without the frills!

9. Mesa Verde

4.7

Exceptional(387)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 11 times today

Finding harmony between authenticity and originality is something that first ignited the flame at Mesa Verde back in 2013 and continues to feed it today. While it’s fairly evident that an affinity for Mexican food and agave spirits is at the helm of what we do, our city’s rank on the culinary frontier has brought with it a particular nose for experimentation. So, since we’re very literally in the heart of Melbourne up here on the sixth floor of Curtin House, high above the city’s jugular Swanston Street, we feel it’s our responsibility to highlight what Mexican dining (and drinking) looks like in the eyes of the modern Melburnian. $10 Margaritas 4pm - 6pm daily.

10. Serai Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(620)

Price: Very Expensive

• Filipino • Melbourne CBD

Booked 26 times today

When Ross Magnaye and Shane Stafford started Serai, their vision was to create a restaurant that would fit perfectly in the heart of the Philippines. To replicate the spirit, vitality, passion and sense of fun, they knew Serai would become a home from home for our diners.At our restaurant, right in the heart of Melbourne, you can watch the chefs prepare and fresh food daily in our open kitchen at the chef’s omakase table or relax in the restaurant and bar with a glass of our hand picked, vin naturel selections or signature cocktails.

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Mary
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My friends invited me to this restaurant and we really enjoyed the food, the ambiance and service. I came back to celebrate Lunar New Year at Kan Eang with my sister. The Feed Me menu was amazing! Love the Chicken satay and the watermelon & plum salad and all the mains. The coconut gelato was a perfect ending to our dinner. We were very well attended and the staff was polite, attentive and friendly. Can’t wait to be back for more!
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Kan Eang by Thai CulinaryPrice: Expensive• Thai• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Andrew
Melbourne •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
We were a service for three people and had a nice table in the courtyard dining area. We had been there previously but had a table inside. Tables were well spaced and comfortable. Ordered Nachos as an entree between us. This was a small mistake as the serve was large and delicious. We overindulged a little. For mains we had the Trio of Tacos, Blanco Curry Chicken and the Lamb Cutlets. A wide variety was available on the menu for all tastes. The serves were again sizable. We struggle a little to finish then after the Nachos. Our service person was helpful and all food and drinks were delivered in a timely manner. The mains arriving just as we finished our Nachos. Overall the meal cost just under $150 for the food and drinks. My sister complimented the frozen margarita she had. Pleasant company, good meal.
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Benzina CantinaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Preston
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4.3
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Sarah
Adelaide •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 23, 2025
Drove over from Adelaide for a concert, but always make sure to make time for Bodega Underground! We had the feed me menu (which is completely gluten free) and every dish was better than the last. Drinks, service and vibes are always immaculate!
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Bodega UndergroundPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Leigh
Melbourne •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 16, 2025
Superb restaurant, the pork skewers alone are worth going for, just order a plate of those and just keep the coming.
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Kata KitaPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7

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166 restaurants available nearby

1. Royal Oak Hotel

2. Saigon Secret

3. Hochi Mama CBD

4. Bodega Underground

5. Johnny's Green Room

6. Pinchy's

7. Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy

8. Straight Outta Saigon

9. Mesa Verde

10. Serai Kitchen

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