The Burger Point is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

1. The Burger Point

7.9
1900 S State St (Archer & State), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · South Loop · 59 tips and reviews

Jenny C.Jenny Ch: Love the spicy garlic wings! Very BW3-esque. Yum.

Heather L.Heather Lyons: I ordered a veggie burger w/grilled onions and wasabi mayo. I did not care for the veggie burger at all. I had to soak it in malt vinegar to eat it. It tasted like a potato pancake.

KimberlyKimberly: Use the Ketchup 78 Red Spicy on point

UMAI Japanese Kitchen & Sushi is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

2. UMAI Japanese Kitchen & Sushi

8.6
730 S Clark St (at W Polk St), Chicago, IL
Japanese Restaurant · South Loop · 41 tips and reviews

Tim M.Tim McDonald: Sashimi was wonder as was the spicy tuna roll. Presentation was beautiful.

Rocio J.Rocio Jimenez: I had the spicy tuna roll... was definitely spicy even for me that I'm Mexican

HachikaoruHachikaoru: Great spicy tuna roll.

La Cantina Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

3. La Cantina Grill

8.6
1911 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Prairie District · 57 tips and reviews

Deanna L.Deanna Lopez: First time here. Food was amazing! Highly recommend the Mayan Tamales. The salsa is good but a bit spicy. The guac appetizer was good but needed salt or a little more flavor. Would recommend a visit!

J L.J L: Authentic and delicious entrees. Hot salsa that's actually hot. Favorite is still the tacos here which comes with rice and beans. So much good food for so little $$. Glad to have this in the Sloop.

Greg M.Greg Macek: Solid steak tacos. Salsa has a nice spicy kick that builds on itself. House margarita is refreshing.

Harold's Chicken Shack is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

4. Harold's Chicken Shack

7.6
636 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · South Loop · 36 tips and reviews

Roosevelt CollectionRoosevelt Collection: Don't judge a book by its cover. This is the best fried chicken in Chicago! Try the sauce: mild is on the sweeter side, or go for hot sauce if you like it spicy.

alexis a.alexis alcala: Orders are pretty fast and you automatically get fries with whatever you order and your choice of mild or hot sauce. You also get a student discount.

Raveese G.Raveese Gladney: This is Chicago's favorite chicken place. There's nothing like getting some mild or hot wings topped off with lemon pepper!! People all over the US loves Harold's!!

Meli Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

5. Meli Cafe

8.5
500 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Printer's Row · 49 tips and reviews

Zachary J.Zachary Jackson: I did like the chicken and waffles but it was just too spicy. We ordered the handed crafted juice blend with Mango, Orange, Kiwi and Honey wich was so good. My family didn't enjoy the "Skin Hydrator"

George H.George Harnish: I enjoyed the delicious spicy flamingo omelette with a fine cup of coffee. The service was quite attentive.

Cam P.Cam Patton: Went here after a music festival. Great Sunday atmosphere and great brunch. Get a mimosa while you wait to be seated.

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

6. Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

8.6
805 S State St (btwn 8th St & 9th St), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · South Loop · 193 tips and reviews

Meggan M.Meggan McCarthy: Get the deep dish classic with jalapeños!

Jasmin M.Jasmin Morgan: Upset that this place was recommended. Overpriced cardboard with cheese. Thumbs down on the spinach bread. Buffalo wings were good but I could have stayed in Indiana for those.

Laura G.Laura Greer: We went yesterday for lunch and had the buffalo wings and deep dish sausage pizza. Both were excellent!

Yolk is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

7. Yolk

8.6
1120 S Michigan Ave (at E 11th St), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · South Loop · 248 tips and reviews

Ben W.Ben Wildeboer: Try the South of the Border Benny. Spicy, savory, & satisfying. Super-mega-delicious.

Nicholas S.Nicholas Stone: They have Cholula hot sauce! That is legit!

Nena A.Nena Agu-Honey: The chilaquiles Verdes were delicious! The hot sauce is very mild and not to spicy which i really liked.

Eleven City Diner is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

8. Eleven City Diner

8.9
1112 S Wabash Ave (btwn 11th St & Roosevelt Rd), Chicago, IL
Diner · South Loop · 299 tips and reviews

Julie K.Julie Kieras: Bloody marys olives salami cheese celery lemon spicy delish

Owen S.Owen Stevenson: Spicy bloody!

ChicagoistChicagoist: This diner's pricing and food can’t be beat. If you’re looking for a sandwich, try the Bad A#$ Breakfast Sandwich. It features your choice of 2 meats, Wisconsin aged cheddar, jalapeño and two eggs. Read more.

Kai Sushi is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

9. Kai Sushi

7.9
1255 S State St (btwn 13th St & Roosevelt Rd), Chicago, IL
Sushi Restaurant · South Loop · 20 tips and reviews

Jessica M.Jessica Marhee: Best spicy tuna in town! They started charging a corkage fee which sucks. Don't drink here anymore, just get your sushi and go.

Suzanne M.Suzanne Ma: Really awesome place! The lunch special is an amazing deal! Their price on everything else is very reasonable as well. Very fresh and delicious!!!

Heather F.Heather Folsom: Fantastic service. The Dynamite was the standout roll of the meal- just a bit of spice with an almost buffalo flavor.

Lowcountry is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

10. Lowcountry

7.9
1132 S Wabash Ave (E Roosevelt Rd), Chicago, IL
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · South Loop · 10 tips and reviews

Monday L.Monday Lisa: Get the shrimps with heads on and everythang sauce extra spicy! We also enjoyed the fried green tomatoes (delish) and garlic beignets for sopping up the extra sauce :)

🚍DP "The Flx 1975"🚍 P.🚍DP "The Flx 1975"🚍 Pretlow: Great seafood boil and drinks. Their homemade strawberry lemonade is awesome!

Luis N.Luis Nunez: Undescribable!!!!! New Orleans taste in Chicago 😊 They even have beignets 👍🏻

Flo & Santos is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

11. Flo & Santos

8.8
1310 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · South Loop · 109 tips and reviews

Time Out Chicago KidsTime Out Chicago Kids: This parlor serves classic South Side–style ’za: It’s thin as matzo, cut into squares. Pizzas come with a crackly crust and toothsome, spicy pepperoni, which will be met with familiarity and delight. Read more.

Luiz E.Luiz Eduardo: Good pizza, some good beer options and great appetizers as well. Really liked the pork wings and pierogi apps

Leigh L.Leigh Loftus: Since you're here, try the flying pork wings! Delicious!

Buddy Guy's Legends is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

12. Buddy Guy's Legends

8.7
700 S Wabash Ave (at Balbo Dr.), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · South Loop · 140 tips and reviews

Federico C.Federico Carballal: No pidan la red hot & blue chicken. Realmente muy picante!

Keith B.Keith Blodorn: Low carb tip: there's a lot of fried food to avoid, but the chicken wings are fantastic! The Tabasco flavor had a great kick, plenty of sauce. Of course you're there for the music!

Devrim G.Devrim Gündüz: A must-visit in Chicago. Real Blues legend. Live Blues music. Food is also good.

Reggie's Rock Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

13. Reggie's Rock Club

8.1
2109 S State St (at E 21st St), Chicago, IL
Rock Club · South Loop · 103 tips and reviews

Gregory H.Gregory Hampton: Outstanding buffalo wings and atmosphere at ye olde Rooftop Deck

G M.G Manning: Great authentic rock club. Great bar, good beers. Good food.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Best rooftop hang in the South Loop. Shoot some hoops and cool down under the shower...

Burger Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

14. Burger Bar

8.2
1150 S Michigan Ave (at E Roosevelt Rd), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · South Loop · 31 tips and reviews

Tony W.Tony Waight: Firehouse burger was great. Not as spicy as they think. Then again I have a tolerance for spice.

Maxwell S.Maxwell Spread: Fried Pickles are great. Burger was delicious and they have a great selection of craft beers & cocktails.

Lindsay M.Lindsay M: Been here on multiple occasions - great food, however every time I've been here it's taken over 30 minutes to get our food (both when it's busy and not).

Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen is one of The 15 Best Places for Spicy Food in South Loop, Chicago.

15. Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen

9.1
1141 S Jefferson St (at Roosevelt Rd.), Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · South Loop · 117 tips and reviews

Greyhawk68Greyhawk68: Try the Corned Beef On Rye W/ Pickle - #horseradish

Rick B.Rick Bendix: Delicious soups - both matzo ball and kreplach. The Turkey Pastrami sandwich is outstanding, but half a sandwich is plenty when combined with soup and a potato pancake

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Stop in this coffee shop and deli for a corned beef sandwich lunch! Manny's staff says it's a local favorite.