1. Han Dynasty
8.9
90 3rd Ave (at E 12th St), New York, NY
Chinese Restaurant · East Village · 348 tips and reviews
Shakeera Datwani: The Dan Dan noodles, spicy chicken wings and dry pepper shrimp are must haves here!!
Will Flaherty: Dan Dan Noodles, Dry Pepper Chicken and Dumplings in Chili Oil all are outstanding. Also super cheap tasting menus ($20!) for group dinners.
Deb F: Perfect combo: Dan Dan noodles, dry pepper chicken and Taiwanese sausage fried rice
2. Ippudo
8.8
65 4th Ave (btwn E 9th & E 10th St), New York, NY
Ramen Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 1166 tips and reviews
jules ferree: Ideal meal: shishito peppers, cucumber, pork buns, ribs, modern ramen
Gil Lang: the japanese peppers and the pork buns are great starters, followed by the akamaru modern with added pork belly!
Tricia: After a lively and surprising welcome from staff upon being seated, service is on point and ambiance energetic. Shishito peppers are a must with a sake cocktail to start. Veggie Ramen is outstanding!
3. Tacombi at Fonda Nolita
8.8
267 Elizabeth St (btwn E Houston & Prince St), New York, NY
Taco Restaurant · NoLita · 738 tips and reviews
Halstead Property: The breakfast taco was outstanding! Go for the housemade chorizo with organic eggs, stewed peppers and onions, & the guajillo-chile sauce.
Arminda Guillama-Rodriguez: Manager on duty was amazing, all tacos are great but the crispy Ensenada fish, maiz y poblano and al pastor are heavenly. Mmmmmmmm.
⭐️Leslie Horn⭐️: The maiz and poblano taco is delicious!
vikram: Get the smoked ham with sharp provolone, hot peppers, mayo and a little oregano
Tom Morton: It's all about the heroes: try mozzarella, broccoli rabe, grilled red peppers and hot peppers as a surprising vegetarian sleeper hit
Eater: Order the Italian special ($12) features: prosciutto, ham, soppressata, mozzarella, and either red peppers or marinated sundried tomatoes. The entirety is hosed with olive oil and vinegar. Read more.
6. Momoya
9.0
185 7th Ave (at W 21st St), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Chelsea · 251 tips and reviews
Megan Cunningham: Get the crispy rice and the yellowtail jalapeño.
Bonnie Carpenter: The best sushi place in manhattan. The seaweed salad is to die for and the yellowtail jalapeño is heaven. Everything was good. A bit pricy but oh so worth it
Ms Helene: Arrived before 7 to avoid a wait. Gets loud and busy. Yellowtail jalapeño 6 slices $14, lobster crunch roll avocado $16
7. Boqueria
9.0
171 Spring St (at Thompson St), New York, NY
Tapas Restaurant · SoHo · 258 tips and reviews
Claire Liu: Try pepper with salt, nice starter~
Matt Hantz: Interesting: sparkling tomatina sangria (cava, tomato water, gin, black pepper). Tomato water is exactly what the name suggests: water extracted from squeezing tomatoes, then filtered through cloth.
doug jaeger: The shishito infused tequila margarita is really great. You can also order it with a side of blistered shishito peppers with coarse salt!
9. Han Dynasty
8.7
215 W 85th St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Chinese Restaurant · Upper West Side · 67 tips and reviews
Jeff Bower: Based on the flavor alone Han Dynasty's predominantly spicy menu is a welcome addition to the neighborhood, but the texture of their food makes them outstanding! Dry pepper chicken is incredible!
Yen HNguyen: Love the atmosphere and the food! Everything comes in big portions (family style = for share). Highly recommend Chicken dry pepper (spicy level 5). Not recommend tofu with meat. Definitely come back!
Soyoung Lee: dry pepper style chicken- MUSTspicy crispy cucumber- MUSTpea leave with garlic- MUST
11. BONDST
8.7
6 Bond St (btwn Broadway & Lafayette St), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · NoHo · 221 tips and reviews
Reserve: The Shishito Jalapeño Margarita is spicy enough to keep you warm on those chilly fall nights: Herradura Blanco Tequila, shiso, jalapeño, agave, fresh lime and charred shishito pepper. Read more.
Giulia M: Big eye tuna tart, sesame crusted shrimp roll, jalapeño scallop roll, crispy tuna rice
Danielle Brizel: Tuna truffle tart, jalapeño scallop roll, spicy tuna roll, toro scallion. Great quality & presentation in this chic NYC sushi standby.
Jessica Li: Spicy Harissa falafel with spicy peppers & spicy chili sauce. & pickles. (The best combo if you're into spicy foods!) #betterthanMaoz
Jessica Li: My 2nd tip because I'm obsessed: the sabich sandwich will blow your mind. (+ s'rug, pickles, and hot peppers of course)
Katy Zack: Best falafel I've had in NYC. Get the red pepper balls - tangy and not too dry
13. Casa Mono
8.9
52 Irving Place (btwn E 17th & E 18th St), New York, NY
Spanish Restaurant · Gramercy Park · 206 tips and reviews
Mel: Yummers. 1 oxtail stuffed in peppers 2 tripe & chickpeas 3 pork croquestas. Wash everything down with txakolina.
Michelin Travel & Lifestyle: The best tapas are razor clams, house-made chorizo, spicy rabbit kebabs, piquillo peppers, pulpo, or fried duck egg. – Green Guide Editor
Ebee D: Consistently delicious! Brussels w. fuet Catalan, oxtail stuffed piquillo peppers, skirt steak...all so so good.