Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Port Covington

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1. Rye Street Tavern

4.5

Awesome(922)

$$$$

• American • Port Covington

Booked 63 times today

Rye Street Tavern's menu is thoughtfully created featuring seasonal changes, locally sourced ingredients, & a diverse selection that caters to every palate, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. From fresh seafood & house-made pastas to southern-inspired dishes, each meal is crafted to perfection. Rye Street Tavern promises an exceptional lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch dining experience for locals & visitors alike. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining environments, including an open kitchen with U-shaped leather booths, a stylish bar and oyster bar with panoramic Patapsco River waterfront views, & a spectacular outdoor dining area with a 75-seat island bar. Happy Hour offered Monday through Friday with half off of oysters on the half shell plus discounted beers, wines, & select cocktails.

A photo of Ammoora - Ritz-Carlton Residences restaurant

2. Ammoora - Ritz-Carlton Residences

4.6

Exceptional(1063)

$$$$

• Syrian • Inner Harbor

Booked 24 times today

Enter a realm of authentic Levantine cuisine, culture, and design at Ammoora, an ornate dining destination, exclusively housed within the Ritz-Carlton Residences Baltimore. Embracing the cultural beauty and diversity of its fare, Ammoora immerses guests in an intimate fine-dining experience composed in a contemporary culinary style. Presented and prepared with award-winning skill and finesse, the culinary journey through the Eastern Mediterranean offers unique interpretations of classic dishes. Drawing inspiration from Ammoora's family roots, the Syrian-focused authentically modern menu evokes a sensory experience, enhanced by soft, yet lively oriental music and an alluring ambience.For parties of 8 to 16 guests, we offer our curated Silk Road Journey—a per-guest dining experience that includes a selection of cold and hot mezzes served family-style, along with an individual entrée for each guest. Find more details under experiences.

3. Maximón

4.6

Exceptional(1346)

$$$$

• Latin American • Inner Harbor

Booked 32 times today

Experience the incredible range and romance of Latin American culture at Maximón,Stop by for food and drink menus inspired by South American and Mexican cuisines, perfectly complemented by stunning stone architecture, wood and marble furniture, and lush greenery throughout the space.Stay awhile—listen to live music acts from all across the nation, or blend your own bottle in our tequila tasting room. Even better, spend a gorgeous day at our Spanish-style courtyard, featuring fountains, an outdoor bar, and Inner Harbor views.Named for a protective Mayan deity, Maximón brings exciting Latin flavor and flair to beautiful Harbor East. Come eat, drink, and enjoy.

A photo of Limoncello - Locust Point restaurant

4. Limoncello - Locust Point

4.6

Exceptional(1999)

$$$$

• Italian • Locust Point

Booked 10 times today

Limoncello’s from-scratch kitchen provides a premium dining experience with a focus on dishes from the sun-splashed Almafi coast, home of their name-sake Limoncello. The menu is a bonafide wishlist of Italian coastal specialties featuring an array of mouth-watering pasta, fresh seafood, prime cuts and more. The restaurant seats about 120 guests between the dining room and bar, with seasonal outdoor dining offering another 30 seats. With a large bar and banquette dining, Limoncello offers an ideal place to socialize, talk business, celebrate and indulge.

5. Copper Shark

4.8

Exceptional(730)

$$$$

• American • Locust Point

Booked 15 times today

Step into our historic building, and you will immediately be greeted by its red-brick walls, exposed beams, & intimate bar space leading to an open and airy dining room and our fantastic back patio set for outdoor dining and conversations around our fire pit (weather permitting!). Sit at the bar to enjoy an artisanal beer, signature cocktail or oak-aged bourbon alongside a quick bite of charcuterie meats and cheeses, crispy brussels sprouts, Copper Burger or truffle fries. Or venture into the heart of Copper Shark for a leisurely chef-inspired meal created by Chef Darren Donovan. In addition to seasonal masterpieces, you can always count on classic cuisine like our petite filet, soup du jour and pot du creme. Weather permitting, we encourage you to cozy up next to our courtyard fire pit. HAPPY HOUR - Monday 3PM to 10 PM. Tuesday thru Friday 3PM to 7PMBRUNCH - Saturdays & Sundays 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Sundays we are only open for brunch.LIVE MUSIC - Wednesdays 6PM to 10 PM.

A photo of McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Baltimore restaurant

6. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Baltimore

3.8

Excellent(4373)

$$$$

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

Since 1998, McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks has served Baltimore delicious seafood with a contemporary twist. Our classic décor features hand-crafted walnut wood, as well as beveled and stained glass – creating the warm, sophisticated atmosphere of a private club. As weather permits, outdoor dining is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor, McCormick & Schmick’s Steak & Seafood offers a polished dining experience inspired by the city’s rich waterfront tradition. Known for fresh seafood sourced daily and expertly prepared steaks, the menu highlights classic flavors with refined presentation. The welcoming atmosphere, professional service, and lively bar make it ideal for business meals, convention dining, and special occasions. Whether visiting from out of town or dining locally, guests can expect a consistently elevated experience in the heart of Baltimore.

A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5 restaurant

7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5

4.2

Awesome(2529)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Inner Harbor

Booked 12 times today

Expect nothing less than an extraordinary meal and first class service from the Number One prime steak house in the world - Ruth's Chris Steak House. At Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5, you'll experience our contemporary decor coupled with distinctive dining traditions that you can only expect at the Number One steak house. At Ruth's Chris Steak House, we take steak seriously, but we're also serious about making sure you have a great time. So, whether you're looking for a place to unwind after a hectic day at work, planning a romantic dinner for two or that all important business meeting, feel free to laugh out loud and stay awhile and experience our sizzle.

8. Baltimore Seafood

4.2

Awesome(196)

$$$$

• Seafood • Canton

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Baltimore Seafood! We are a casual seafood restaurant near the heart of Fells Point, Baltimore. Our small team is dedicated to bringing Charm City the tastiest boil bags packed with locally sourced seafood! Our restaurant boasts a sleek bar, modern rustic dining room, and a cozy ambience just minutes away from the signature Baltimore waterfront. Baltimore Seafood lends the perfect balance to cajun seafood cuisine, chic interior décor, and amazing service.

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9. Rec Pier Chop House

4.3

Awesome(1158)

$$$$

• Italian • Fells Point

Booked 9 times today

Rec Pier Chop House is a prime Italian chophouse devoted to time-honored Italian cooking, centered around a menu devoted to simple, but classic culinary offerings inspired by traditional, time-honored recipes. With a focus on classic Italian and prime cuts, the restaurant’s menu features prized, seasonal ingredients and the country’s best purebred beef, sustainable seafood and farm-raised poultry alongside house made pastas, antipasti and desserts.

10. Matsuri

4.4

Awesome(129)

$$$$

• Japanese • Federal Hill

Booked 1 time today

Voted “Best Japanese Restaurant” by Baltimore Magazine and the Baltimore City Paper year after year, as well as the recipient of the highest rankings from the Baltimore Sun and Zagat. Matsuri opened in Federal Hill in 1996 as the culmination of Bill Tien’s vision for Japanese cuisine in Baltimore. Matsuri is frequented by Baltimore’s many sports celebrities as well as visiting filmmakers and political figures. His chefs are routinely hired to prepare sushi dinners for customers and their friends in their homes.

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Adrienne
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food at a good value, nice ambiance, good service. Very happy to have this restaurant in my neighborhood!
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Ethiopic$$$$• Ethiopian• H Street Corridor
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4.9
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ElizabethGold
Baltimore / Maryland •56 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 May 2026
Excellent food- good portion size. Creative options. Mild was perfect for me. My friends love spice and hot- they ordered medium- little too much for me. Goes up to Indian hot- extremely hot. Attentive & kind wait staff. Bright & clean. Good neighborhood go to.
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Indian Ocean$$$$• Indian• Hunt Valley
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4.9
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Arlinda
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
4.0
Dined on 29 Aug 2025
Great menu variety and food was delicious! A great place to celebrate a special occasion or have a casual meal.
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Twin Arch Tavern$$$$• American• Mount Airy
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4.3

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