Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Apex

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianPizzeria

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Raleigh

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CaryFuquay-VarinaHolly SpringsMorrisville

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Nazara

4.5

Awesome(121)

££££Price: Moderate

• Indian • Cary

Booked 2 times today

Managed by passionate and a seasoned team of operators, Nazara awakens the inner soul through colorful ambiance, rich Indian palate, and complex tastes with a seductive dining room, a fashionable bar, intimate private lounge, and outdoor seating. We strive to create memorable dining experiences day after day. Guests can sample the vibrant flavors of India through Nazara’s various dining options. Our menu features classic Indian cuisine reinvented for today’s more discerning palate. We invite you to indulge in India’s culinary treasures, time after time.The team shares a vision of the future for Indian cuisine, an endeavor to improve the purest traditional and regional cuisines, while simultaneously creating innovative, modern dishes and interpretation while maintaining traditional integrity. The bar and wine cellar carry a depth of offerings that exceed the expectations of our guests on a regular basis.

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2. Colletta - Cary, NC

4.7

Exceptional(1661)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cary

Booked 21 times today

Seasonal changes, outstanding ingredients and a made-from-scratch philosophy guide Chef 's menu of house-made focaccia and pasta, antipastis, made-to-order wood-fired pizzas, and piatti. The chef curated dinner and dessert menus, pair with the well balanced wine and beverage program. Located at Fenton in Cary, NC, this casual yet polished family-style Italian restaurant features 120 indoor dining seats, 60 seats outdoors on the semi-covered patio, and a 12-seat bar.

3. M Test Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(292)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • Cary

Booked 12 times today

Located in Cary’s Fenton shopping center, M Test Kitchen redefines upscale dining with its innovative approach to classic Asian cuisine. This newest concept from renowned Chef Michael Lee and the acclaimed M Restaurant Group blends timeless flavors with contemporary flair, creating a dining experience that’s both refined and approachable.At M Test Kitchen, we take beloved dishes like fried rice, dumplings, and more to extraordinary heights, infusing them with bold, unexpected flavor profiles that are sure to surprise and delight. Set against the backdrop of a sleek, industrial-chic interior, our space invites you to unwind, savor creative cocktails, and share unforgettable meals with friends.Perfectly situated in Fenton’s vibrant and upscale atmosphere, M Test Kitchen offers a unique culinary journey that celebrates the art of Asian fusion. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual evening or a special occasion, we’re here to make every visit exceptional.

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4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Cary

4.6

Exceptional(2502)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Cary

Booked 25 times today

Expect nothing less than an extraordinary meal and first-class service from one of the most outstanding prime steak houses in the world: Ruth's Chris Steak House. Among the most distinctive dining destinations in the area. At Ruth's Chris Steak House your service will always be first class-attentive but never fussy.

5. Sports and Social Cary

4.0

Excellent(59)

££££Price: Moderate

• Sports Bar • Cary

Booked 10 times today

Sports and Social Cary is your ultimate fan experience this season. Don't miss a moment of the action with a huge 42-foot HD big screen and more than 65 HDTVs. Sports and Social Cary takes sports viewing to the next level with big eats, outdoor patio and crush bar, extensive beer selection, and social games like skeeball, foosball, hoops and more! Come see how we're raising the sports bar at Sports & Social Cary. Located in Fenton, exit 291 off I-40.

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6. Osha Thai Kitchen & Sushi

4.9

Exceptional(932)

££££Price: Moderate

• Thai • Holly Springs

Booked 32 times today

Osha Thai Kitchen & Sushi, named after the Thai word “osha” meaning, tasty or good, is more than just providing you, the guest, with good food. We are striving each day to deliver an atmosphere that is not only welcoming, but one that you will be happy to share with your friends and family. A consistent experience of authentic Thai food and sushi that will wake your taste buds up and have you asking for more.For Take Out ordering online, please visit oshathaikitchennc.comPlease note that if you party does not arrive within 15 minutes of your reservation time, we may need to release your table and place your back on the waitlist (if exists) or offer the table to other customers. We will provide you with the current wait time so that you can make an informed decision. If you think you may be running late, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you. We may contact you about this reservation so please ensure your email and phone number are correct when setting.

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7. MC Modern Asian Cuisine

4.9

Exceptional(1051)

££££Price: Expensive

• Asian • Cary

Booked 6 times today

MC named after Award Winning Chef Michael Chuong is bringing his Upscale Asian Flair to the Historic Jones House in Downtown Cary. MC's menu will offer Signature and Creative Dishes featuring High End Sushi and Local and Sustainable Ingredients paired perfectly with Old World Wines.

8. Leo's Italian Social - Park West Village

4.4

Awesome(460)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Morrisville

Booked 29 times today

Leo's Italian Social in Morrisville, NC located at Park West Village is a vibrant dining spot known for its lively atmosphere and diverse menu. Highlights include: Happy Hour: Enjoy $3 off appetizers and pizzas, Monday to Friday from 3pm to 6pm. Brunch: Delight in a weekend brunch available until 3pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Ambiance: Features a welcoming outside patio and private dining options, perfect for gatherings. Entertainment: Live music adds to the energetic vibe. Cuisine: Offers a rich selection of fresh pasta, seafood, and steak, paired with an extensive wine and cocktail list. A perfect destination for food lovers and social gatherings!

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9. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

4.3

Awesome(1867)

££££Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Morrisville

Booked 36 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is located in Park West Village at the intersection of Chapel Hill Road and Cary Parkway. We are an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour for drink specials all day Wednesday throughout the entire restaurant and bar bite specials Monday - Friday 4PM - 6:30PM and Saturday - Sunday 11AM - 5PM at the FIREBAR® or on the patio. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve your table with us today.

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10. Capital City Chop House

4.5

Awesome(1039)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steak • Morrisville

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Capital City Chop House! For decades, the Chop House has obsessed over one thing: quality. We start with the best steaks, seafood and chops we can find, cook them exactly to your liking, then inspect every plate twice before serving you. At every turn, we pay special attention to the details. It’s these little details that all melt together to make a truly extraordinary meal. We believe premium ingredients are only as good as the chefs who prepare and cook them. We also believe a legendary menu falls flat without legendary service to serve it up. So whether it’s a business lunch, happy hour or date night, join us for a bona fide meal made the right way — all in an atmosphere where you can relax and be yourself.Capital City Chop House sits right outside of Raleigh, making it easily accessible from most places in the Triangle. It’s within striking distance of Research Triangle Park, and is just a stone’s throw from RDU Airport.

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Nicole
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The staff was very nice and my witness was very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was good but this is tapas style so you need 3 to 4 plates unless you order a meal sized entrée
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Little BullPrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Durham
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4.7
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Kristina
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Loved everything about this restaurant! Our waiter was wonderful!! I had a Mumbai mule and it was exceptional. My husband had a kingfisher beer. We ordered the Tawa Fish Fry. This was wonderful except tons of bone's. But the flavor was spot on. However, I probably wouldn't order it again just because of all the bones. My husband got tandoori Salmon and I got tandoori shrimp. Both were fantastic!!! We split garlic naan. Yum! It was my husband's first time having Indian food and he was really impressed. For dessert we had the gulab jamun and thought it was delicious. Overall, we loved the food and service and we will definitely be back to try other dishes!
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Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - RaleighPrice: Moderate• Indian• Raleigh
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4.8
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DennisVIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The Valentine's Tasting Menu Dinner was fabulous. Salmon and tuna tartare , followed by shrimp and scallop dumplings, followed by Salmon Wellington and ending with Chocolate cheesecake was absolutely delicious and so well presented. A nice Chardonnay was a great complement. Elements is always a special place to eat and this dinner showed off their expertise. We will be back.
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ElementsPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Chapel Hill
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4.8

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