Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Croydon South

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Eastern SuburbsNorthern SuburbsYarra Valley Ranges

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BelgraveCroydonDoncasterElthamGlen WaverleyMount Waverley

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Holy Basil Thai

4.9

Exceptional(743)

££££Price: Expensive

• Thai • Croydon

Booked 12 times today

Holy Basil in Croydon Victoria has a very simple vision, to bring wholesome, delicious and exciting food to the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Our dream at Holy Basil was to create an exciting diner in the Eastern suburbs where people can relax, come together, have fun and enjoy proper homemade food in a very inclusive environment. We are proud to deliver 100% vegan and Vegetarian options at Holy Basil, use free-range eggs and source only sustainably caught seafood as well as a range of other exciting meals with 95% of the menu being gluten free.At Holy Basil we make our own curry pastes, sauces, desserts, chilli jam, and roti.We happily use gluten free soy and 100% pure fish sauce.We greatly appreciate your support in choosing to dine at Holy Basil. Chefs Duncan Robertson and Julia Robertson look forward to seeing you.

2. The Budgie Bar

4.6

Exceptional(207)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Ringwood

Booked 9 times today

The Budgie Cocktail Bar is a unique converted warehouse bar located in Ringwood. The expansive space caters for the finest of cocktails, curated wine selections, beers on tap and of course; delicious food currently offered by our friends at Hecho En Mexico! An open floor plan that features a sun-filled beer garden, concrete bar and a Palm Springs inspired cacti corner, The Budgie is the perfect place for your Friday after-work drinks or for a Saturday catch-up with friends. Although tucked away, The Budgie is easily accessible being only a brief walk from Ringwood Station and Eastland Shopping Center as well as a number of hotels and accommodation.

3. Sketti Knox

4.2

Awesome(38)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wantirna South

Booked 7 times today

A fun and quirky family restaurant, offering a modern take on Italian cuisine. Where traditional flavours meet funky combinations, Sketti’s playful menu brings the Mediterranean straight to the burbs in an exciting new concept. A dining experience that's full of surprises and delights.

4. SL Coconut Tree

4.7

Exceptional(90)

££££Price: Moderate

• Sri Lankan • Wantirna South

Booked 1 time today

Sri Lankan Coconut Tree brings authentic, flavoursome Sri Lankan and Thai food to Melbourne, prepared by our world-renowned chef using only the freshest in-season ingredients and the perfect combination of spices in every dish.

A photo of Pig & Whistle Tavern - Olinda restaurant

5. Pig & Whistle Tavern - Olinda

4.7

Exceptional(944)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Olinda

Booked 16 times today

We are a family owned, traditional English tavern nestled away in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. Boasting 16 taps, great wines, an extensive spirit selection and a tried and tested no nonsense menu. There is no doubt that The Piggy will make you feel at home.

A photo of YASSAS The Greek Way - Eastland restaurant

6. YASSAS The Greek Way - Eastland

4.5

Awesome(107)

££££Price: Moderate

• Greek • Ringwood

Booked 3 times today

We’re here to treat you with the traditional Greek street food with a Melbourne twist. YASSAS Experience begins the moment you step in any of our restaurants, as we feed you the Greek Way.

A photo of Kelly's Bar & Kitchen restaurant

7. Kelly's Bar & Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(72)

££££Price: Expensive

• Australian • Olinda

A cozy log cabin with large open fire situated in the heart of the Dandenong’s, Kelly's is the perfect place for any occasion.Whether it's having a nice warm meal in front of the fire or a nice cold beer on a hot summers day. We have a large selection of Australian craft beers on tap and a wonderful wine list to match made up with some amazing local wines.Kelly's is well known for our steaks, burgers and parmas, however we have so many more options to choose from including some vegan and vegetarian options, as well as our wholly home made dessert menu.

A photo of Secret Kitchen - Doncaster restaurant

8. Secret Kitchen - Doncaster

4.3

Awesome(121)

££££Price: Expensive

• Asian • Doncaster

Booked 20 times today

Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which you won’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience. We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Expect new dim sum dishes every season and proudly 100% handmade.

9. Micawber Tavern

4.3

Awesome(809)

££££Price: Moderate

• Pub • Belgrave

Booked 11 times today

An English Tavern located in the Dandenong Ranges, serving warm meals and cold beer. With a fireplace inside and a massive beer garden, we are an all year around venue perfect for all occasions.

10. Steak Ministry

4.3

Awesome(891)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Glen Waverley

Booked 13 times today

Steak Ministry is the definitive response to the long-unanswered cry for a steak expert in Glen Waverley. Specialising in prime cuts of meat, and using only the best methods to prepare and serve them, we are dedicated to deliver a steak experience like no other. Whether you are a lover of a tender sirloin, or a connoisseur of a seared T-bone with its pink middle, or have a taste for the marbled flavour of a ribeye or Scotch fillet, we are certain that we can deliver it to your table, done to your liking.

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Sky
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
As per usual, food is awesome 👌 service and overall atmosphere.
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Micawber TavernPrice: Moderate• Pub• Belgrave
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4.3
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Harsha
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
As usual one of the best Srilankan restaurants in Melbourne
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SL Coconut TreePrice: Moderate• Sri Lankan• Wantirna South
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4.7
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Andrew
Melbourne •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 25 Jan 2025
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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