Medium Rare - Bethesda

4.6

1446 Reviews

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 85 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(301) 215-8379
Website
http://www.mediumrarerestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
4904 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Neighborhood
Bethesda
Parking details
Public lot at 7730 Woodmont Ave -- walk out the back exit to Fairmont Ave and restaurant is on the right. Also, street parking.
Public transit
Bethesda Metro Red Line
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 1,446 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Medium Rare in Bethesda impresses with its straightforward menu spotlighting exceptional steak frites. Guests consistently praise the "delicious food" and "great service." While the ambiance can be lively, the attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience. Ideal for steak lovers, this eatery remains a "go-to" for many seeking quality and consistency.

1,446 Reviews

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Catalina
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My girlfriend had a great birthday night! BUT What to expect? MEDIUM RARE is always busy With or without a reservation there’s always a wait. Front desk tried their best to get everyone seated Servers are great and professionals. It’s worth the wait FOODS AND DRINKS ALWAYS GOOD! BIG MEDIUM RARE SUPPORTER!
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Jennifer
VIP
Washington DC
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
I made reservation for my 17yo son and friends. Party of 9 for his birthday. I called the restaurant the night before to confirm. They had to wait one hour for a table even though I made the reservation . If this were a group of adults, they never would have been treated this way. Unfortunately my son didn’t let me know this until afterwards.
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Ceska
Washington DC
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's always a pleasure dining at Medium Rare. From the warm, crusty bread, to the fresh, crisp salad, to the succulent steak served with the perfectly salted fries... Chef's Kiss!
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Jean
VIP
Washington DC
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Medium Rare always delivers! Delicious food and fun desserts!
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Linda
VIP
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always tasty. Restaurant is very loud. Good cocktails too
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talia
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friend and I come here all the time. We had Cameron as our waiter today. Amazing service and delicious food. Everyone is so personable. I’ll never stop coming here!
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Rob
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
They were trying to turn over the tables too fast! We were finished with our meals and the server was trying to throw dessert at us.
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TMBG
Washington DC
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
New Year's Eve family gathering
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Jacqueline
VIP
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently good and reasonably priced. And they know how to celebrate - they have a flare sparkler in a desert. Very festive!
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Catalina
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
ALWAYS EXCELLENT Staff is always accommodating, servers are great Food and drinks🔥 Will be coming back
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FAQs

Medium Rare - Bethesda does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Medium Rare - Bethesda also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 215-8379.

Medium Rare - Bethesda is rated 4.6 stars by 1446 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 85 times today

Order delivery or takeout

4904 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

Neighborhood
Bethesda
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public lot at 7730 Woodmont Ave -- walk out the back exit to Fairmont Ave and restaurant is on the right. Also, street parking.
Public transit
Bethesda Metro Red Line
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mediumrarerestaurant.com/
Phone number
(301) 215-8379

Medium Rare - Bethesda

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Steak Frites

Steak & eggs

Six Layer Carrot Cake

Menu

What 1,446 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Medium Rare - Bethesda offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Medium Rare - Bethesda restaurant rated?

Is Medium Rare - Bethesda currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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