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1. Medium Rare - Bethesda
4.6
Exceptional(1472)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Bethesda
Booked 53 times today
A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique, $28.95prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed.
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2. Black's Bar & Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(3412)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Bethesda
Booked 5 times today
WELCOME BACK!Black’s Bar & Kitchen is excited to announce we are back open to the public for dine-in service! While we encourage you to use our online portal for convenient curbside carryout pickup, we have staged our patio, dining room and café tables to provide our Guests with a socially accepted distance to dine. Food, Wine, & Cocktails to the heart of the ever-evolving Downtown Bethesda, Black’s remains the community Hot Spot for killer happy hour bar bites. Black’s has been on the forefront of supporting local farming & sustainable growing practices, serving only the highest quality produce, meats, & seafood for well over a decade.Love Oysters? We do. Our Premium raw bar is unparalleled with rotating varieties of bivalves from all coasts of the Americas and a stellar wine list to match. Whether you’re popping champagne for a special occasion, watching the game enjoying a cold craft beer and Duck Nachos in the bar, Black’s Bar & Kitchen is the destination for any occasion.
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3. Benihana - Bethesda, MD
4.1
Excellent(2649)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Bethesda
Booked 62 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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4. The Capital Grille - Chevy Chase
4.8
Exceptional(3294)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Chevy Chase
Booked 40 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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5. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose
4.5
Awesome(715)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Bethesda
Booked 25 times today
Caruso's Grocery in Pike and Rose is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: nostalgic photos on the walls , a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.
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6. Summer House - North Bethesda
4.6
Exceptional(3539)
Price: Moderate
• American • North Bethesda
Booked 118 times today
Located in the heart of the Pike and Rose neighborhood in North Bethesda, MD, Summer House is the place where summer never ends. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Rosé is poured all day, alongside an extensive wine and handcrafted cocktail list. Reserve your table today for a bright and airy dining experience no matter the weather. For parties of 9 or more, email summermdparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.
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7. Medium Rare - Cleveland Park
4.6
Exceptional(2132)
Price: Moderate
• Steak • Cleveland Park
Booked 53 times today
A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique $28.95 prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed.
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8. King St Oyster Bar - City Ridge
4.3
Awesome(100)
Price: Moderate
• Oyster Bar • Tenleytown
Booked 13 times today
The newest and freshest oyster bar in Washington DC! Along with having one of the best happy hours in the city everyday from 3:00-6:30, we offer one of the more extensive selections of oysters in DC. Whether you're here to enjoy our $5 drinks and $1 oysters from our happy hour menu or plan an event in our private dining room, we've got you covered.
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9. Al Dente
4.6
Exceptional(1325)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Tenleytown
Booked 7 times today
Guests can enjoy fresh house-made pasta, fresh fish and meat offerings along with Italian desserts. Al Dente also showcases Neapolitan pizza from the restaurant’s centerpiece oven.
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10. Filomena Ristorante
4.8
Exceptional(17326)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Georgetown
Booked 257 times today
Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

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  • MichaelVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •89 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Went with my wife and her sister to celebrate a birthday last night and everything was wonderful. The restaurant is elegantly comfy, the food really fantastic (most of it wood grilled) and the service was impeccable! We’ll be back again soon.
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    Black's Bar & KitchenPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Bethesda
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    4.7
  • Candida
    Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I'm a regular @ Benihana Bethesda. Our server Vilma is very attentive and helpful. She is always on point. Never misses a beat. She always takes care of my family and guests. She is my go to waitress. Dol was our cook for the 1st time and I have to say he was Excellent. I've never had him before and he was AWESOME! I highly recommend both Vilma & Dol.
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    Benihana - Bethesda, MDPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Bethesda
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    4.1
  • Tibor
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    First time dining there. Unexpectedly great food. Fast service. Crowded so really glad I used open table for reservations.
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    Medium Rare - BethesdaPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Bethesda
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    4.6
  • Tracy
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Caruso's Grocery at Pike & Rose is consistently excellent. It's hard to find really good Italian food in the area, so we were thrilled to discover them. The calamari is some of the best we've had, and we've really enjoyed the pasta dishes and entrees that we've tried over several visits. Highly recommend!
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    Caruso's Grocery - Pike & RosePrice: Expensive• Italian• North Bethesda
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    4.5
  • ReginaVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Our waiter, Cody, was absolutely wonderful. He was welcoming and responsive to all our requests, offering tastes of different wines, bringing lots of pumpernickel bread ( my favorite ) , answering questions helpfully. He even encouraged us to linger . His cheerful attitude combined with careful attention enabled us to enjoy a magnificent dinner.
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    The Capital Grille - Chevy ChasePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Chevy Chase
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    4.8

Discover best hot spot restaurants in Bethesda

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Bethesda, Maryland, a suburban gem just outside Washington, D.C., renowned for its eclectic mix of culinary hotspots. Whether you're in search of innovative dishes, cozy ambiance, or a lively social setting, Bethesda's restaurant scene caters to all tastes and occasions. These dining establishments effortlessly combine high-quality ingredients, expert preparation, and attentive service, ensuring a memorable experience for every patron. Highlighting a range of cuisines, these hotspots are celebrated for their ability to maintain a consistent, enjoyable dining atmosphere that keeps locals and visitors alike coming back for more. Each restaurant offers unique features, from al fresco dining options to expertly crafted cocktails, making them perfect destinations for both casual outings and special events. Bethesda's restaurants not only reflect the town's dynamic and sophisticated vibe but also stand out as must-visit culinary destinations in the D.C. suburbs.

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