Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Ivanhoe

168 restaurants available nearby

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1. Bodega Underground

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 37 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.

2. Hochi Mama CBD

4.6

Exceptional(3182)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 120 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.

3. Kiss & Tell

4.7

Exceptional(498)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 40 times today

Melbourne’s best kept secrets live inside the walls of Kiss and Tell. The newest addition to Little Bourke Street, Kiss and Tell, is offering a mysterious yet freeing space to spill all of your secrets while sipping on one of our handcrafted cocktails. Inspired by old Hollywood glamor, we bring low light, vibrant tunes and drops of the finest wine from near and far - it’s the perfect place to bring a date.Come by and sip on an elixir of your choice and dine on our Asian fusion tapas menu. Hochi Mama herself has curated and designed an elevated and refined selection of tapas dishes or a divine banquet experience.

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4. Johnny's Green Room

4.2

Awesome(89)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 35 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.

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5. Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy

4.3

Awesome(1700)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Fitzroy

Booked 23 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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6. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

4.4

Awesome(826)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which youwon’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. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.

7. The European

4.7

Exceptional(1286)

Price: Expensive

• European • Melbourne CBD

Booked 15 times today

Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner, The European offers a welcoming ambience with warm, generous and knowledgeable hospitality - a beacon of Melbourne dining at its finest. Located on Spring Street near the Princess Theatre, we offer classic bistro fare with substance and character to perfectly complement our extensive collection of wines, old and new world, available to enjoy with your meal. We also welcome you on a walk-in basis next door at The City Wine Shop any day of the week, where you may simply pop in for a seat at the bar or grab a spot outside overlooking Parliament House. We take the best seasonal produce available, cooking simple, classic foods. Nose-to-tail offal dishes are centred within our menu, utilising every part of the animal products in our kitchen. Drawing on our own in-house butcher and farmhouse cheeses matured by our friends at Spring Street Cheese Cellar, there is always something new to try on the menu at The European and City Wine Shop.

8. Benzina Cantina

4.3

Awesome(143)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Preston

Booked 2 times today

SITUATED ALONG HIGH ST IN THE HEART OF PRESTON, BENZINA IS FOR GOOD TIMES, GOOD FOOD AND EVEN BETTER TEQUILA. INSPIRED BY FRESH, TASTY STREET STYLE MEXICAN FOOD. NEON LIT SIGNS LIGHT UP OUR SPACE AND THE ROOFTOP TERRACE IS YOUR PLACE FOR A HOT TACO AND AN ICE-COLD MARG. WHETHER YOU’RE STOPPING BY FOR A QUICK, LOCAL, HEARTY FEED OR STAYING INTO THE NIGHT FOR THE FUN, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED.

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9. Bird Bang´n Chicken

4.6

Exceptional(138)

Price: Moderate

• American • Brunswick

Booked 9 times today

Bird is a big-hearted Chicken Bistro & Bar.Check in for a session with friends and soak up the chilled vibe at the new brunswick local.Chicken is our thing paired with Brunswick’s largest Australian craft beers, wines, spirits and cocktails list.For Bang’n Chicken and Booze, follow your beak into Bird.

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10. Secret Kitchen - Doncaster

4.3

Awesome(117)

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.

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Lina
Melbourne •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was tasty, good presentation and great customer service. I thought the food portion was small and pricey.
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Kata KitaPrice: Moderate• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.7
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Darryl
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Awesome experience. Food and drinks were on point. Would definitely come back again
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Bodega UndergroundPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Maria
Melbourne •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
It was nice enough! Great drinks. The food was ok. Nothing amazing but a good local hang.
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Benzina CantinaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Preston
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4.3
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Erin
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 Dec 2024
Beautiful restaurant with amazing food and service, we'll be back again!
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Kan Eang by Thai CulinaryPrice: Expensive• Thai• Melbourne CBD
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4.4

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168 restaurants available nearby

1. Bodega Underground

2. Hochi Mama CBD

3. Kiss & Tell

4. Johnny's Green Room

5. Ichi Ni Nana Izakaya - Fitzroy

6. Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

7. The European

8. Benzina Cantina

9. Bird Bang´n Chicken

10. Secret Kitchen - Doncaster

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