Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Manchester-by-the-Sea

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1. Mumbai Spice

4.2

Awesome(202)

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• Indian • Back Bay

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. Mile Marker One Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(2115)

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• Seafood • Gloucester

Booked 93 times today

Mile Marker One waterfront restaurant offers four season deck, indoor dining and igloo dining at The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina with stunning views of boats, some you'll recognize from Wicked Tuna. We offer the freshest seafood, locally sourced direct from our fishermen. We have fresh local clams, fresh lobster, halibut, and a stunning Lobster Bruschetta or how about a Haddock Rueben sandwich. The grass fed beef is amazing and you're never going to leave our restaurant hungry. Breakfast on the weekends & Sunday Brunch! Our Igloo Village Nov-April is beautiful, enchanting and a must. We're about friends, family, fun and we even have live music. Host a fun cocktail reception on our decks or in our Big Igloo. Local bartenders are always coming up with new drinks like our signature "Purple Rain." We host the Bluefin Blowout fishing tournament each year and can also accommodate events, celebrations, large parties, and corporate outings with lodgings too. Welcome to life on the water!

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3. Bonefish Harry's - Beverly

4.4

Awesome(502)

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• Contemporary American • Beverly

Booked 15 times today

Bonefish Harrys is a west coast style tiki themed restaurant featuring west coast tacos, fresh local fish, great smash burgers, handcrafted tiki cocktails as well as steak, chicken and vegetarian options. We are located a short 2 minute walk to The Cabot theatre and a quick ten minute Uber ride from downtown Salem.

4. Sala

4.3

Awesome(134)

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• Contemporary American • Beverly

Booked 15 times today

Discover Sala Restobar — Beverly’s Best-Kept Culinary SecretTucked in the heart of Beverly, Sala Restobar is an intimate, chef-owned gem where Southeast Asian and Mexican flavors come together with bold, creative flair. Led by Chef Alex Curran, Sala offers vibrant, shareable tapas-style plates inspired by global street food and modern technique.Join us for our flavorful brunch, unwind during Happy Hour (Tuesday-Thursday from 4–6 PM), or enjoy the warm atmosphere and live soft jazz every Thursday and Friday.Our signature craft cocktails, rotating craft beers, and fine wines are expertly curated to complement the menu.Brunch Highlights• Cajun Scramble• Jack Daniel’s Orange French Toast• Blueberry Limoncello Pancakes or WafflesHappy Hour (4–6 PM Daily)• $10 House Craft Cocktails• Carpaccio Bite• Pork Wontons• Buck a ShuckCome for the flavors, stay for the vibe — Sala is your new go-to for creative cuisine and great company.

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5. Toro

4.6

Exceptional(639)

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• Tapas / Small Plates • South End

Booked 56 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.

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6. Daniella's Ristorante - Peabody

4.7

Exceptional(3143)

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• Italian • Peabody

Booked 46 times today

Daniella’s Ristorante is best described as a true Italian dining experience... Classic Italian dishes, an elegant European-inspired wine list, and creative cocktails in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere with the hint of big city charm you have come to love from our restaurants.

7. Finz Salem

4.5

Awesome(2775)

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• Seafood • Salem

Booked 84 times today

Surrounded by windows overlooking the Salem Harbor, Finz offers guests lively waterfront scenery in a comfortable open concept interior. Of particular note is the 40 seat bar which flows from dining room to lounge, floor to ceiling nautical wall, hand painted lobster octopus mural, open style kitchen and built-in raw and sushi bars. In warmer months, the outdoor patio dining along the water is superb, with spots in the shade or the sun to enjoy a libation or light bites. With events centered around local arts, Finz is the place to experience Salem.

8. MEXA

4.7

Exceptional(22)

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• Mexican • Beverly

Booked 4 times today

Tacos, Margaritas, and Good Vibes!!Mexa serves an authentic Mexican fare and cocktails in a vibrant and laid back space!

9. La Qchara

4.4

Awesome(36)

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• South American • Beverly

La Qchara brings the authentic tastes of Central and South America to your table with great ingredients and a passion for cuisine and culture. Whether you’re in the mood for a margarita or a beer with a carne asada, a Mole enchilada or want a plate of our famous tacos accompanied by yuca fries, you’ll find something new to love every time you visit our restaurant.We’re open seven days a week for, dinner, lunch and brunch on weekends, so come by today. Along with our great Central and South American selections. Want a food truck? simply submit an inquiry form on our website and we will get right back to youInterested in our Food Truck for your next event?

10. Seaport Grille

4.7

Exceptional(789)

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• Seafood • Gloucester

Booked 8 times today

Seaport Grille at Cruiseport Gloucester is located directly on the harbor with two decks for classic waterview dining. Our menu offers a wide range of delectable cuisines made with the freshest ingredients -including traditional New England seafood, surf & turf options, classic American plates, world-famous desserts and much more. Within the backyard of our restaurant lies the inner harbors of Gloucester, home to the oldest working waterfront in America. During the warmer months, you and your guests may want to experience dining on our outdoor deck or even our covered deck where you’ll feel the warm breeze and soak in the summer sounds of the harbor. Come for the menu, stay for the vibe!*ORDER TAKEOUT HERE: https://eat.chownow.com/discover/restaurant/31809 *

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Kanako
1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a fantastic team lunch! The service was exceptional—attentive, friendly, and welcoming—and every dish was absolutely delicious. The entire experience exceeded our expectations, and our team had a wonderful time. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this restaurant!
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Bar 'Cino Brookline$$$$• Italian• Brookline
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4.7
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Connor
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I normally don't write reviews, but I had to share that this was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. Service and food were both outstanding. Our server, Ellis, did an exceptional job guiding us through the menu and making suggestions. You can tell the kitchen staff and everyone in the restaurant takes pride in their work. I honestly can't recommend this place enough!
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Settler$$$$• Mediterranean• Salem
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4.8
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Charlie
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 Jul 2026
Great food, great atmosphere centrally located on the Seaport lots of outside dining
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Rosa Mexicano - Boston$$$$• Mexican• Seaport
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3.9
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DanyelleGold
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Jul 2026
Excellent food and cocktails! The tacos are delicious - we tried the duck and Korean beef tacos - loved them both! Also the salmon dish was splendid. We will be returning.
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Sala$$$$• Contemporary American• Beverly
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4.3
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KarenGold
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
4.0
Dined on 16 Jun 2026
Overall, it was very good, the server was very nice, a little hard to understand, but a very good vibe. Just took a little longer than what we expected for our food to arrive.
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Cosmica$$$$• Mexican• South End
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4.4

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