Hot & Spicy Toronto

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6 places recommended by Ashleigh

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Created on Jun 20 2009

It's Father's day - and my dad loves spicy foods. I must have got that gene from him, because there are only a few places in town that make their meals hot enough. The next time he comes downtown, I'll take him to one of these places and see if they get his stamp of approval.

Nataraj

394 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M5S1X4

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posted Mar 26 2007

Indian restaurant: Their paneer pasanda is amazing.

Fresh By Juice For Life

894 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M6J1G3

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posted Jan 25 2008

Note: They only give you the hot sauce if you ask - don't forget. It's amazing! Worth buying their recipe book, ReFresh, to try making it at home!

Sweet potato fries: They're amazing with the thai peanut sauce. Extra enjoyable when paired with a crossword and someone special to get the answers you don't know.

Banjara Indian Cuisine

796 Bloor St. West, Toronto, ON, M6G 1L7

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posted Sep 29 2008

Indian food: I grew up in the suburbs - and until now I was yet to find a Toronto indian restaurant that could compete with Mississauga/Brampton. Banjara is '905' good. The service is great and they participate in the bring your own wine program. My favorite is the baingan bharta.

Gandhi Roti

554 Queen St W, Toronto, ON, M5V2B5

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posted Oct 15 2007

Totally Addicted: They have perfected the Roti. Every variety I've tried is amazing. When I go away on vacation, I get more antsy to return to Gandhi Roti than to my own apartment

Trust them, they mean it when they say hot. The owner has lots of funny stories of people trying to be macho and ignore his warnings when they order 'extra-hot'.

The portions are huge and usually last into lunch the next day.

Best filling: Matter Paneer

El Trompo Taco Bar & Cactus Grill

277 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON, M5T2M1

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posted Jun 20 2009

Authentic Mexican: They have the best, fresh, tomatillo salsa. Ignore the red bowl they give you and stick with the green. It's spicy and one of the best in the city.Ask them for a take-out jar ($4), or two! It's just as good at home and adds a kick to anything.

Nazareth Restaurant

969 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M6H1L7

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posted Jan 25 2008

Note: It doesn't always come spicy, but if you ask, she'll top your meal with fresh jalapenos.

$4 Dinner!? RECENTLY RENOVATED: I was crushed when I drove passed recently and noticed it closed with a sign up, thinking it had shut down. But, luckily, she was just expanding and talking over the recently closed Pam's Roti. Open again, with shorter lines thanks to the expanded space, Nazareth is back and better than ever. It's hard to find a better deal in the city than Nazareth ethiopian food. It's often cheaper to eat here than to eat at home. I've checked out lots of Ethiopian restuarants in the city, and even the more expensive ones don't come close to Nazareth.Their vegetarian platter is only $7.99 and serves two! $4 dinner?! The decor is interesting with an eclectic crowd - a mix of students and locals.The owner is friendly but stern, and not afraid to let you know your time is up and that you have to pass your table on to the next group waiting at the bar. But she never forgets a face, and will welcome you back and remember your favorites for next time.

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