are the menu selections spicy, like more than black pepper or seasonall salt level? could a northerner handle the food fine?

Not spicy

You can dodge the spicey food if need be.

There food wasn't spicy, I think you should handle their food fine. You'll have to check for other restaurants though because some places may be spicy.

Yes

I am a "northerner" but love spice (hot, savory, smokey, etc.). You may ask to reduce the that is unpleasant to you.