Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Charlton, Central and Western MA

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1. Mumbai Spice

4.3

Awesome(202)

$$$$

• Indian • Back Bay

Booked 2 times today

We are committed to using fresh, minimally processed meat in an effort to offer healthy food. Our food is made from scratch, so some dishes may take longer than others to prepare. Our food is free of MSG and any artificial additives or preservatives. We use vegetarian base in our vegetarian dishes, not chicken or fish stock. All our food is prepared in 100% pure, cholesterol free, zero trans-fat vegetable oil. For your convenience, parking is validated after 6pm for the duration of an hour and a half in the Whole Food Garage.

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2. Toro

4.7

Exceptional(542)

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• Tapas / Small Plates • South End

Booked 102 times today

Toro, in Boston, helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef, Ken Oringer, serves delectable Spanish tapas dishes in its contemporary and charming restaurant. The tortilla Española with a kale, egg, potato and onion omelet and the Boquerón's white anchovies in vinegar and olive oil make excellent pintxos starters. Some of Toro's most vibrant and delectable tapas plates include the chicken empanada de pollo with charred tomato salsa, the salt cod fritter croquettes de Bacalao with tempura lemon rings and the asado de huesos roasted bone marrow with oxtail marmalade. Equally inventive cocktails, such as the morning star with spicy gin, dark rum, citrus and ginger beer and the tinto de verano with red wine mixed with lemon-lime soda.Toro's weekend brunch plates include the salchicha y huevos jalapeno maple sausage, fried eggs and crispy potatoes and along with other plates, make it a prime brunch spot.

3. The Mercantile

4.6

Exceptional(1215)

$$$$

• American • Worcester

Booked 59 times today

Serving up New American Tavern Cuisine in our two-floor full-service restaurant and bar, equipped with two 50-seat bars, world-inspired snacks and entrees, brick pizza oven, private event space, and an open rooftop patio that offers views of downtown Worcester and City Square. Located next to the DCU Center and minutes from Polar Park, we’re a natural choice pre and post-game.*Due to limited patio seating, we do not take reservations for our patio. Please note the patio request in your reservation, or ask upon arrival, and we will do our best to accommodate.**The rooftop is open Wednesday-Friday 4 PM - close. Saturday & Sunday 12 PM - close.***Public parking is available at The Mercantile Center Garage with direct access to the restaurant on Level 3A.

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4. Chashu Ramen + Izakaya

4.9

Exceptional(715)

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• Japanese • Worcester

Booked 10 times today

Chashu Ramen + Izakaya is bringing fire to Worcester. The latest collaboration between Worcester’s own Son Vo of Kaizen and Pho Sure, Chashu brings Japanese inspired fare to downtown Worcester. Power lunches, happy hours, and sophisticated nightcaps are about to be redefined.

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5. Uni

4.6

Exceptional(2563)

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• Contemporary Asian • Back Bay

Booked 61 times today

Serving inventive Japanese cuisine using the freshest seafood from Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji market and local New England fishermen, and borrowing influence from the streets of Tokyo, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok and Bangladesh, Uni is the evolution of Ken Oringer’s intimate sashimi bar of the same name, which expanded into the former Clio space in 2016. UNI is currently helmed by Executive Chef David Bazirgan.

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6. La Royal

4.6

Exceptional(253)

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• Peruvian • Cambridge

Booked 51 times today

Maria Rondeau and JuanMa Calderón of Boston's award-winning Celeste (Eater Boston's 2018 Restaurant of the Year and Esquire Best New Restaurant) and Esmeralda in Vermont (Esquire's 2021 list of Best New Restaurant in America), open La Royal, their newest Peruvian restaurant down the block from their Cambridge home. While at Celeste, JuanMa recreates his mother’s rustic home-cooking that he grew up with in Lima, his menu at La Royal explores the varied cuisines throughout Peru, offering original takes on dishes from the country’s different regions. They also bringing the same spirit of curation and collaboration from both Celeste and Esmeralda to this project… at La Royal, they've collaborated with professor and award-winning cookbook author Darra Goldstein on a selection of macerated liquors. Maria, a trained architect, has designed the space to create an inviting, lived-in feel, with the kitchen at the heart of the whole project.

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7. Rosa Mexicano - Boston

4.1

Excellent(2317)

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• Mexican • Seaport

Booked 31 times today

This stunning restaurant combines our trademark authentic, upscale Mexican cuisine and stylish, festive atmosphere. Just steps from the Seaport World Trade Center, Boston Harbor Cruise lines to Cape Cod and the Blue Hills Pavilion, Rosa Mexicano offers Boston a truly unique dining experience. Known for tableside guacamole service and creative margaritas, Rosa Mexicano offers a fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine, serving both beloved classics and sophisticated dishes in a fun atmosphere. Our beverage program boasts over 100 varieties of tequila and agave-based spirits, and our signature Latin hospitality is delivered with warmth and professionalism. A destination born of a unique vision, at Rosa Mexicano you will experience upscale dining that honors Mexican heritage, culinary techniques, and its global explorations and inspirations.

8. Umbria

4.5

Awesome(799)

$$$$

• Italian • North End

Booked 19 times today

DePasquale ventures newest steakhouse, located in Boston historic North End. Umbria features a modern twist to an Italian steakhouse serving the finest of all Certified Angus Beef.

9. STK - Boston

4.4

Awesome(2355)

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• Steakhouse • Back Bay

Booked 55 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

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10. Baba Sushi Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(172)

$$$$

• Japanese • Worcester

Booked 5 times today

Baba Sushi Restaurant is an award winning sushi restaurant in Worcester. Not only does it serve up the most innovative and freshest sushi, consider the sushi making classes on Sundays if you’d like to learn how to make them at home. Baba Sushi Restaurant takes pride in offering a sophisticated atmosphere. The master chef and owner of Baba Sushi Restaurant was trained in China and enjoys pushing to bring more creativity and innovation to the art of sushi. The results are as entertaining to see as they are to consume. With sushi, starters, salads, soups, tori tori and entrees to choose from, every visit can be a new experience.

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donnaGold
Greater Boston •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Zach was our server and was exceptional! Made us aware of specials and alternatives offered to our order ( example other proteins available for fish tacos, lobster fritters in addition to clam cakes) very courteous and attentive! He is an amazing asset to the iggys team!!! The outdoor bar/seating area is stunning.. wonderful place to relax after dinner!!!
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Iggy's Boardwalk Lobster & Clambar$$$$• Seafood• Warwick
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4.6
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TonyGold
Greater Boston •66 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Overall experience was great. Very sorry to see them close the doors. They will be missed.
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Union Kitchen$$$$• American• Hartford
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4.7
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Laura
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was fresh and delicious. Everyone was impressed with the food. Our server was very nice and the food came out relatively fast and they were super busy. We had reservations and they seated us right away.
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The Q Restaurant$$$$• Asian• Theater District
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4.8
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John
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We enjoyed food and service on the outdoor patio. To be honest we were happy to be away from the overwhelming noise inside.
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Cosmica$$$$• Mexican• South End
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4.4
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Ramachandra Murty
Greater Boston •1 review
4.0
Dined on 27 May 2026
The dishes are top-notch. Service is good. Excellent dinner experience.
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The Maharaja$$$$• Indian• Cambridge
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4.7

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