Top 7 Restaurants To Celebrate International Hot & Spicy Food Day in Delhi NCR

January 16 is International Hot & Spicy Food Day, a day where you get to celebrate and devour some of the spiciest food in the world. There are lots of hot-flavored dishes available throughout the world and is a day for all of us who just LOVE spicy food. Besides their piquant taste, these food items are also good for health as they pack a ton of medicinal benefits. So fellow foodie, if you are also someone who loves to gorge on gourmet preparations with a little zing, here is an ironclad list of some of our favorite spicy foods across varied cuisines that you can try in Delhi NCR that are sure to impress you and of course, clear those sinuses. 

Beijing Saucy Dumplings at Nanking, Vasant Kunj, South Delhi

One of the most legendary restaurants in Delhi, Nanking has been around in Vasant Kunj for decades but to this day retains the same charm & warmth. Their seasoned menu offers classic Chinese fare along with an impressive selection of seafood. While you could enjoy an array of Indo-Chinese staples, this is really the place for trying Cantonese cuisine. Their 'Beijing Saucy Dumplings' available in chicken & pork variations are served on a bed of a fiery sauce and are indeed a spice lover's delight!

Must-haves: Pecking Duck, Buddha’s Delight Stir Fry, Chilli Crab, Claypot Rice with Baby Mushrooms, Special Steamed Fish, Roast Duck, Dim Sums, and Baba's Seafood Noodles.

Cost for two: ₹ 1500

Spicy Basil & Chili Sizzling Stone Bowl at Yum Yum Cha, Multiple Locations

This legendary Pan Asian restaurant is known for stellar sushi, dim sums, sizzling stone bowls, and of course ramen noodles. One of India’s most popular and finest oriental restaurants, their Spicy basil & chili sizzling stone bowl with a choice of noodles, sticky rice or quinoa is a treat to your taste buds, especially in chilly winters.

Must-haves: Korean Fried Chicken Bao, Chilli Cheese Dim Sum, Spicy Avocado Sushi Roll, Sliced Garlic Chicken, Lantern Chilli Prawns.

Cost for two: ₹ 2000

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La-Phing at Yeti-The Himalayan Kitchen, Multiple Locations

One of the best Tibetan and Nepali cuisine-serving restaurants in Delhi NCR catering to your spicy winter craving needs with their famous Thupka and Momos. While the outlet serves a variety of dishes from different regions, La-Phing - a spicy cold noodle dish in Tibetan cuisine is a must-try! It is a street food and is also popular in some parts of Nepal. The noodles have a slippery texture. A bowl of this transparent vegetable mung bean jelly in chili garlic light soya and vinegar sauce is an abundant serving of happiness that not even the most popular Chinese restaurant in the city can hold a torch to.

Must Haves: Wai Wai Sadeko, Mutton Momo, Thakali Thali Fish, Aloo Ko Achar.

Cost for two: ₹ 1500

Mama’s Spicy Ramen Bowl at Mamagoto, Multiple Locations

Known for its Asian and Thai cuisine, Mamagoto is a great place to go for a family outing and date nights. The restaurant gives the vibe of being in the heart of China with its exquisite decor and style. The interiors are filled with paintings and art from Chinese culture. Try their amazing menu filled with a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Even though Mamagoto does only one ramen bowl, once you experience the flavors, you’ll realize that it’s all you need. The Mama’s Spicy Ramen Noodle Bowl (vegetarian and chicken) is a spicy broth with buttered corn kernels and blanched spinach. These spicy ramen noodles are worth exploring.

Must-haves: Three Pepper Bomb, Crispy Lotus Stem, Old School Gyoza and Sushi.

Cost for two: ₹ 1500

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Spicy Tandy Chicken Wings at Nando’s, Multiple Locations

Nando's is a well-known chicken franchise and is counted among one of the most popular restaurants in Delhi NCR that have managed to make a good mark in the Indian market. This place is known for its 'Peri-Peri Chicken'; the secret behind this culinary gem is its signature spicy peri-peri sauce. The 'Half Chicken' is also one of Nando's most sought-after dishes and 100% recommended by us. But when you are craving some hot & spicy delights, try out the spicy tandy chicken wings tossed in Nando’s spicy & tandy dressing and you will not be disappointed

Must-haves: Peri Peri Chicken, Juicy Chicken Burger, Corn On The Cob, and Portuguese Custard Tarts.

Cost for two: ₹ 1500

Green Chilli Prawns at Comorin, Two Horizon Center, Golf Course Road

A progressive Indian restaurant that serves amazing contemporary and fusion Indian dishes that will make you fall in love with this spot instantly, Comorin is a casual gastropub that serves comfort Indian dishes and unusual food combinations from across the country. Comorin’s kitchen emphasizes nostalgia and wholesome flavors over fancy presentations and molecular trickery. And keeping true to their theme, their menu carries quite a lot of Indian classic preparation with a touch of modern cuisine innovation. If you are looking for some spicy Indian food, then this is the place for you. The Green Chilli Prawns with Mizoram Black Rice as one of the hero ingredients is the perfect balance of light flavors for this winter season.

Must-haves: Lemon Gunpowder Idli, Banana Leaf Bhetki, Andhra Gongura Chicken, Sattu Parantha, and Cheeni Malai Toast (comes with artisanal bread, honeycomb, and marmalade).

Cost for two: ₹ 1800

Chicken Chilli Freak Pizza at Jamie’s Pizzeria, Vegas Mall, Dwarka

Undoubtedly one of the best restaurants in Delhi NCR for all pizza lovers. Jamie’s Pizzeria is all about simple, honest food, prepared with fresh ingredients, bold flavors and big love. Their traditional, hand-tossed Neapolitan dough is baked to perfection every time. Whether you’re after a slice of adventure or a hunk of comfort, they have got you covered. If your tolerance level for spicy food is at another level and are ready to get your mind blown, then you cannot leave without trying the Chicken Chilli Freak pizza with chili freak sauce, traffic light chilies, jalapenos, minty yogurt, mozzarella, cheddar, pulled chicken and lime.

Must-haves: Spicy Meatball Pizza, Kickin' Chicken, Chicken Parm.

Cost for two: ₹ 1800