Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Brunswick, Melbourne

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1. Kumo Izakaya

4.6

Exceptional(295)

$$$$

• Japanese • Brunswick

Booked 8 times today

Our restaurant offers contemporary Japanese-inspired cuisine. Our menu comprises mainly smaller dishes, from sashimi to deep-fried dishes, meat, vegetarian, and more - perfect for sharing with friends. We offer a selection of wine, craft beer, and sake to complement your meal.Our Izakaya is a traditional Japanese establishment where eating and drinking are equally important. It's a meeting place where people come to bond and forget their daily worries. It's a place where people can share good food, great drinks, and create lasting memories. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a full night out, we invite you to join us at Kumo for an unforgettable experience.

2. Rin Sura

4.7

Exceptional(506)

$$$$

• Contemporary Asian • Brunswick

Booked 6 times today

Rin Sura is in the heart of Brunswick and offering a range of unique Thai cuisine and signature cocktails.Modern Thai cuisine & craft cocktails lie in store at this stylish restaurant with a bar.Plenty of space for couple, family and group of friend either inside dinning room and in lovely backyard outside.

3. Rumi Brunswick

4.8

Exceptional(477)

$$$$

• Middle Eastern • Brunswick

Booked 15 times today

Rumi is one of Melbourne’s most beloved Middle Eastern restaurants, founded in 2006 by chef-owner Joseph Abboud and originally on Lygon Street before moving to East Brunswick Village. For nearly two decades, Rumi has defined soulful and generous Middle Eastern dining in Melbourne.The menu blends Lebanese roots with regional influences, celebrating handmade breads, vibrant mezze and charcoal-grilled dishes. Signature favourites include quail kebabs, Persian meatballs, fried cauliflower with currants and pine nuts, and the iconic sigara boregi. Every plate is designed to share — generous, warm and rich with flavour, with a wine list highlighting Victorian and international producers.Rumi’s contemporary dining room is welcoming and relaxed, ideal for date nights, family dinners and group celebrations, with a private dining room for corporate events, weddings and milestones. A neighbourhood restaurant at heart, Rumi is a place people return to and pass on like a story worth sharing.

4. Hochi Mama CBD

4.7

Exceptional(3755)

$$$$

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 81 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.

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5. Bodega Underground

4.4

Awesome(1700)

$$$$

• Mexican • Melbourne CBD

Booked 30 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 Wednesday - Sunday. Try a Tequila or Mezcal cocktail, or speak to our team about sipping some exciting Agave spirits instead. The $60 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 every Wednesday to 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.

6. Ototo

4.0

Excellent(61)

$$$$

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 18 times today

Discover a hidden gem beneath the city streets at our contemporary Asian restaurant. Located underground, our venue boasts a full bar and an exquisite menu that promises a fusion of flavors. Delight in the Chef's Tasting Menu, a curated selection of favorites. Savor dishes like Kingfish Sashimi with truffle ponzu, or popular wagyu tataki. Dumpling enthusiasts can relish our diverse range, while main courses feature delights such as 48-Hour Black Angus Short Ribs and Signature 14-Day Dry Aged Duck. Don't forget to pair your meal with creative cocktails from our bar. Complete your journey with decadent desserts like Chocolate Fondant and Pandan Creme Brulee.

7. Cha Ching

4.6

Exceptional(707)

$$$$

• Asian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 34 times today

Cha Ching is an Asian fusion concept restaurant where customer enjoys variety of Asian dishes on a table with Asian spiced drinks and cocktail for an affordable per dinner and lunch.Synonymous with luck in Chinese culture, Cha Ching is a project three years in the making, from Owner & Head Chef Ken Leung.From working in Hong Kong’s Michelin Star St George Restaurant in 2012 to experience in kitchens across Melbourne’s elite food scene, Ken’s hospitality experience spans over 15 years.The result? Cha Ching’s menu is an homage to Asian cuisine, emboldened by the multiculturalism of Melbourne.Street food with finesse and re-imagined traditional cuisine, every dish pops with vibrancy and colour!

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8. Sleepy's cafe and wine bar

4.9

Exceptional(16)

$$$$

• Chinese • Carlton North

Booked 1 time today

We're a small Chinese-y neighbourhood cafe and wine bar. We love to use seasonal produce to highlight a funny Chinese twist on the norm. Wines are normally by small local producers either in Vic or interstate, although we do have a few overseas varietals as wellCome say hi at 787 Nicholson St, Carlton North.

9. Disuko

4.5

Awesome(179)

$$$$

• Japanese • Melbourne CBD

Booked 69 times today

DISUKO, cued from Tokyo 1980, split into elements that define the time. Open-air dining, shared izakaya, omakase for occasion, music always.Refound on Melbourne’s city skyline, DISUKO brings those moments forward in a lively and layered setting. Our nomikai, the Terracotta Roof, offers after-hours respite and weekend ease, the izakaya lounge gathers friends over plates made to share, and omakase offers pause for a theatrical food occasion. Each element tied by vinyl selectors, we honour Tokyo’s DISUKO era. A place to reminisce or experience something new in what was Japan's decade of excellent excess — the sake, the ease, the rhythm.

10. Maven by Morgan

4.5

Awesome(291)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Fitzroy

Booked 5 times today

Step into Maven, Fitzroy's lively and stylish dining spot by Morgan Hipworth. Enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dishes designed for sharing, alongside innovative cocktails in a relaxed and buzzing atmosphere. Whether for a casual night out or a special occasion, Maven offers memorable moments over great food and drinks.

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Jonathan
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very lovely food prepared and presented to a high standard. Staff were very attentive and costs were fair and reasonable for our group. As with 95% of restaurants there was a lot of background reverberant noise making it difficult for those of us with hearing impairment. This is a common issue for all restaurants. Definitely go there again.
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Kan Eang by Thai Culinary$$$$• Thai• Melbourne CBD
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3.9
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Razz
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined on May 23, 2026
Good modern Indonesian with a few interesting dishes. Must try desserts
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Kata Kita$$$$• Asian• Melbourne CBD
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4.6
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Prabina
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined on May 22, 2026
Everything was perfect good food, great service, and such a nice vibe overall 🥹🤍
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Hacienda Mexicana Cocina$$$$• Mexican• Southbank
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3.9
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Peter
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 27, 2026
Had dinner tonight at Benzina Cantina in Preston and it was absolutely amazing! The food was fresh, full of flavour, and easily some of the best Mexican we’ve had in the area. The drinks were next level — definitely the best cocktails in Preston! The atmosphere was vibrant, service was friendly, and everything came out quickly. Perfect spot for dinner with friends or a night out. Highly recommend Benzina Cantina if you’re looking for great food, great drinks, and a great vibe in Preston. Will definitely be coming back!
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Benzina Cantina$$$$• Mexican• Preston
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3.9

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