Chef Tony's - Bethesda

3.9

1337 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

Innovative
Romantic
Neighborhood gem

Chef Tony's in Bethesda, MA features classic, home-cooking inspired Italian fare that also blends some flavors of the Mediterranean region, too. Visitors will enjoy lots of seafood options, tapas selections and even a bit of Indian spice. The menu options include a seven-course tasting menu, a three-course prix fixe selection, happy hour dishes, brunch, lunch and dinner selections. Menu selections at Chef Tony's in Bethesda include such unusual finds as roasted carrot soup and a filet mignon satay. There are daily specials that will usually feature paella and the freshest seafood, meats and ingredients. Ideal anytime, Chef Tony's in Bethesda is a must try destination.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Mediterranean, Continental
Hours of operation
Dinner: MONDAY - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunday Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Menu: 11 - 3pm, Dinner Seating until 8 pm. Lunch: Wednesday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm. We have the availability to rent out the entire restaurant for private functions, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners or corporate affairs. Contact Chef Tony to work out a menu and arrangements to fulfill your needs.
Phone number
(301) 654-3737
Website
http://www.ChefTonysBethesda.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Tony Marciante
Catering
Reap the benefits of 24 years experience offering catered events from the staff of Chef Tony's. Anything from a backyard barbecue to the most upscale wedding can be planned with ease and within your budget. Our catering division has over 20 years in the industry providing upscale but affordable options. Allow our Chef owner to guide you to a great menu to complement your event including the availability of a full wine and bar service to complement your event. Download a helpful checklist at http://cheftonysbethesda.com/lunch-catering-menu.html
Private party facilities
We are available for your special event needs to any degree desirable. Create a custom environment with light, sound and other sensory changes to create a unique look and feel. Booking our the restaurant can provide you and your guests with a most unique experience.
Private party contact
Tony Marciante: (877) 755-4639

Location
4926 St. Elmo Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
Neighborhood
Chevy Chase
Cross street
Old Georgetown Road
Parking details
Ample parking across the street in public garage offering pay by phone (setup ahead) http://www.goparknow.com (quarters accepted and happily provided at our bar) as well as street parking available on St. Elmo. Easy front door drop off directly at our curb for guests needing special access. Wheelchair accessible from curb.
Public transit
Easy Three block walk from Bethesda Metro station. At the top of the escalator turn left slightly and proceed to third traffic light on Old Georgetown Road. Turn right on St Elmo, we are on right hand side at 4926. Multiple public bus stops also within walking distance.
Entertainment
Our restaurant features occasional live events including Poetry Reading, Jazz Music, Comedy Nights as well as Morning Business Leadership Breakfast Meetings. Contact Chef Tony if you have interest in working with our restaurant to feature your meeting group or offer your live entertainment suggestion. We provide complimentary WiFi and are happy to work with you to meet your needs and budget.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Delivery, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Hand Cut Sweet Potato Fries$4.95
Honey & Cumin
Crispy Fried Zucchini$5.95
Lemon Basil Aioli, Greens
Cream of Crab Soup$7.95
Old Bay, Lump Crab
Pan Roasted Brussel Sprouts$6.95
Bacon, Garlic, Buttery Breadcrumb
Roasted Carrot Soup$4.95
Pico de Gallo, EVOO Bowl
Paprika Hummus$5.95
Warm Flatbread, Fresh cucumber
Black Olive Tapenade$4.95
EVOO, Warm Flatbread, Fresh cucumber
Tapas Scallops$13.95
Pan Seared, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Basil Oil
"Bethesda's Best" Crispy Calamari$9.95
Sweet Peppers, Lemon Basil Aioli
Pan Roasted P.E.I. Mussels$9.95
Applewood Bacon, Fresh Tomato, White Beans, Garlic, Chardonnay
Grilled Marinated Filet Mignon Satay$7.95
Filet Mignon, Herb Cream, Plantains, Cucumber Salad
Ceviche$9.95
Scallops Shrimp & Cod, Fresh Tomato & Lime, Garlic Toast
Baby Tapas Sampler$8.80
Paprika Hummus Marinated Olives, Marinated Peppers, Warm Flatbread
Grilled Shrimp$10.95
Cannellini Beans, Julienne Vegetables, Crispy Sweet Potatoes
Braised Portobello Mushrooms$6.95
Red Wine, Balsamic Reduction, Greens
Cherry Glen Goat Cheese Sampler (Boyds, Maryland)$10.95
Three Super Local Award Winning Cheeses, Warm Flatbread Chevre, Silver, Ash
Grilled Salmon Spinach Salad$15.95
Dried Cranberries, White Bean Salad, Grilled Vegetables, Vinaigrette
CT's Famous Grilled Caesar Salad$7.95
Romaine Lightly Grilled, Balsamic Reduction, Parmesan Curls
Grilled Asparagus Salad$6.95
Local Goat Cheese, Egg, Mixed Mesclun Greens, Romesco Sauce
Crispy Goat Cheese Salad$6.95
Shaved Apple, Cucumbers, Mixed Mesclun Greens, Balsamic Vinaigrette
"Chopped Salad"$8.95
Mesclun, Walnuts, Basil, Mint, Cranberries, Strawberries, Blue Cheese Crumbles, White Balsamic, Fried Onions
House Salad$5.95
Mesclun Greens, Shaved Parmesan, Diced Egg, Red Onion, Cucumber, White Balsamic Dressing
Oysters on the Half Shell
Selections Vary, Please call the restaurant for todays selections
- Half Dozen$12.95
- Dozen$22.90

Tonight's Specials

Italian Style Paella*$24.95
Pan Roasted Angel Hair Pasta, Jumbo Shrimp, Scallops, Lump Crab Meat, Mussles, Lobster Tomato Broth
Whole 1 1/4 lb Turkish Bronzino$26.95
1 1/4 Lb Fish, Oven Roasted, Garlic, Fresh Herbs, Mixed Baby Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables
Maryland Style Crab Cake$27.95
All Lump Crab (no filler) Griddled Crab Cake, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Daily Vegetables, Herb Aioli
Pan Seared Jumbo Scallops*$25.95
"Dry Pack Diver" Scallops (cooked Medium), Basil Oil, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Daily Vegetables
Grilled Surf & Turf$28.95
Grilled Scallop & Shrimp Satay, Filet Mignon Satay, Daily Vegetables & Baby Potatoes
Seafood Stew$25.95
Jumbo Shrimp, Scallop, Lump Crab Meat, Mussles, Seafood Sauce, Fresh Roma Tomato, Yellow Rice
Lump Crab & Grilled Shrimp Stuffed Cod$24.95
Oven Roasted, Chardonnay Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus

Main Plate Entrees

Organic Scottish Salmon Pasta*$16.95
Chunks of Salmon, Artichoke Hearts, Fresh Tomatoes, Pesto Cream, Linguini
Parmesan Crusted Filet of Cod$16.85
Griddled Filet, Lemon Caper Butter Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Daily Vegetables
Freshwater North Carolina Trout$23.95
Grilled Split Whole Fish, Basil Oil, Crispy Baby Potatoes, Daily Vegetables
Braised Massachusetts Cod$16.90
Braised Cod Filet, Chorizo Sausage, Garlic, Cannellini Beans, Fresh Tomato & Chardonnay
"Penne for Promise"$17.95
Pan Roasted Shrimp, Asparagus, Portobello & Spinach, Penne Pasta, Rose' Sauce. Chef Tony's Donates $2 per order to Raise $25k with "Pencils for Promise" to build a school!
Organic Scottish Salmon Filet*$19.95
Grilled Filet (cooked Medium Rare), Crispy Plantains, Pickled Cucumber Salad, Herb Cream Sauce
Spicy Shrimp Pasta$17.95
Pan Seared Shrimp, Gently Spicy Tomato Cream Sauce, Sweet Peppers, Linguini
Braised Boneless Beef Short Rib$19.95
Braised with Spicy Sweet Tomato Glaze, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables
Twin Filet Mignon Satay$18.95
Grilled Hand Trimmed Filet Mignon Pieces, Cucumber Salad, Crispy Plantains, Herb Sauce
Chicken Piccata$16.95
Thinly Pounded Chicken Breast, Artichokes, Portobello, Tomato & Lemon Caper Wine Sauce, Linguini
Chicken Antonio$16.95
Thinly Pounded Chicken Breast, Bacon, Mushrooms, Spinach, Garlic Cream Sauce, Penne
Chicken Marsala$16.95
Thinly Pounded Chicken Breast, Portobello Mushroom Sauce, Linguini
Seasonal Chefs Choice Vegetable Creation$14.80

Finishes

Desserts are Created in House by Chef Sonia (Tony's Wife) Cannolis are from Vacarro's of Baltimore

Chocolate "Sin" Cake$7.95
Belgian Chocolate, Espresso, Strawberry Malbec Sauce
Drunken Strawberries$8.95
Gran Marnier, Whipped Cream, Chocolate Shavings
Warm Banana, Cranberry & Apple Bread Pudding$7.95
Vanilla Ice Cream, Jack Daniels Whiskey Sauce
"Baltimore's Best" Italian Cannoli
Vacarro's Classic Cannoli, Chocolate Shell
- Single$3.95
- Double$6.95
Tiramisu$6.95
Tony's Grandmothers Famous Recipe, Ladyfingers, Espresso & Kahlua, Sweet Cream
Italian Espresso / Cappuccino
Caramelized Sweet Potato "Pie"$7.95
Pureed Fresh Sweet Potato, Brown Sugar & Crispy Sugar Crust, Vanilla Ice Cream
Classic Creme Brulee$6.95
Real Vanilla Bean, Burnt Sugar Crust
Sonia's Vanilla Cheesecake$7.96
Walnut Crunch Crust, Strawberry Malbec Sauce
"Moorenkos" Daily Ice Cream Selections "Voted DC's Best Ice Cream"$5.95
Ask your Server for Todays Selections
Chesapeake Bay Roasting Company Coffee$2.95
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What 1,337 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9

3.9 based on all time ratings

4Food
3.9Service
3.4Ambience
0.1Value

Noise • Moderate

1,337 Reviews

KK
KathiK
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Reviewed on June 11, 2017
1. Overall 5
The food is awesome, happy hour an affordable treat, and the atmosphere is very comfortable. There is a back area for larger parties.
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HistoryLover
VIP
Wilmington
87 reviews
5.0
87 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Tony is a true chef and it's a pleasure to walk into a restaurant, see Chef sitting down and then see him get up to go to the kitchen when you place your order. It's truly his spot and the weekend brunch menu is plentiful - and available until 3pm on Sunday. I was there with two friends and we all ordered omelettes - one friend asked for some adjustments to make her selection all vegetarian which Chef Tony happily obliged. I had a chorizo and caramelized onion omelette and our third friend had an omelette with crab and asparagus - all delicious. I always enjoy a meal at Chef Tony's!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
VIP
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All the ingredients were fresh in every course, including the drinks! The trout and chopped salad were delicious!
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Love2Dine
VIP
Washington DC
67 reviews
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Favorite seafood restaurant!!!! Can never have it to often.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Chef Tony's was outstanding. They have an absolutely great menu - dishes exceeded expectations. The seafood was fresh and superbly seasoned. The appetizers could not have been better - only wish we had left room for dessert!
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MRRMLBN
Milwaukee
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I must admit I am a Chef Tony's groupie. You can never go wrong with this quaint, fun, yet quiet restaurant. The food is always VERY fresh and creative. The portions are generous. The staff is attentive and Chef Tony is dedicated to ensuring a grand experience.
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Valentine
Washington DC
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
not a very nice interior so would not recommend to friends or family
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DaveN
New York City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had to plan a last minuet dinner with the family and found Chef Tony's. The place was a true neighborhood restaurant. The food was fantastic as was the service
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LD
Love2Dine
VIP
Washington DC
67 reviews
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently always delicious. A true hidden jewel in Bethesda.
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J
Jeffrey
Washington DC
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, attentive service, quiet side room - perfect spot for a date. Nice bar in the front and bigger room in the back for parties of 4 (or more). Will definitely go back for any occasion that justifies a nice meal out.
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Chef Tony's - Bethesda is rated 3.9 stars by 1337 OpenTable diners.

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4926 St. Elmo Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

Cross street
Old Georgetown Road
Neighborhood
Chevy Chase
Hours of operation
Dinner: MONDAY - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunday Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Menu: 11 - 3pm, Dinner Seating until 8 pm. Lunch: Wednesday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm. We have the availability to rent out the entire restaurant for private functions, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners or corporate affairs. Contact Chef Tony to work out a menu and arrangements to fulfill your needs.
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Mediterranean, Continental
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Ample parking across the street in public garage offering pay by phone (setup ahead) http://www.goparknow.com (quarters accepted and happily provided at our bar) as well as street parking available on St. Elmo. Easy front door drop off directly at our curb for guests needing special access. Wheelchair accessible from curb.
Public transit
Easy Three block walk from Bethesda Metro station. At the top of the escalator turn left slightly and proceed to third traffic light on Old Georgetown Road. Turn right on St Elmo, we are on right hand side at 4926. Multiple public bus stops also within walking distance.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tony Marciante
Entertainment
Our restaurant features occasional live events including Poetry Reading, Jazz Music, Comedy Nights as well as Morning Business Leadership Breakfast Meetings. Contact Chef Tony if you have interest in working with our restaurant to feature your meeting group or offer your live entertainment suggestion. We provide complimentary WiFi and are happy to work with you to meet your needs and budget.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Delivery, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ChefTonysBethesda.com/
Phone number
(301) 654-3737
Catering
Reap the benefits of 24 years experience offering catered events from the staff of Chef Tony's. Anything from a backyard barbecue to the most upscale wedding can be planned with ease and within your budget. Our catering division has over 20 years in the industry providing upscale but affordable options. Allow our Chef owner to guide you to a great menu to complement your event including the availability of a full wine and bar service to complement your event. Download a helpful checklist at http://cheftonysbethesda.com/lunch-catering-menu.html
Private party facilities
We are available for your special event needs to any degree desirable. Create a custom environment with light, sound and other sensory changes to create a unique look and feel. Booking our the restaurant can provide you and your guests with a most unique experience.
Private party contact
Tony Marciante: (877) 755-4639

Chef Tony's - Bethesda

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Starters & Tapas Plates

Hand Cut Sweet Potato Fries$4.95

Crispy Fried Zucchini$5.95

Cream of Crab Soup$7.95

Pan Roasted Brussel Sprouts$6.95

Roasted Carrot Soup$4.95

Paprika Hummus$5.95

Black Olive Tapenade$4.95

Tapas Scallops$13.95

"Bethesda's Best" Crispy Calamari$9.95

Pan Roasted P.E.I. Mussels$9.95

Grilled Marinated Filet Mignon Satay$7.95

Ceviche$9.95

Baby Tapas Sampler$8.80

Grilled Shrimp$10.95

Braised Portobello Mushrooms$6.95

Cherry Glen Goat Cheese Sampler (Boyds, Maryland)$10.95

Grilled Salmon Spinach Salad$15.95

CT's Famous Grilled Caesar Salad$7.95

Grilled Asparagus Salad$6.95

Crispy Goat Cheese Salad$6.95

"Chopped Salad"$8.95

House Salad$5.95

Oysters on the Half Shell

Tonight's Specials

Italian Style Paella*$24.95

Whole 1 1/4 lb Turkish Bronzino$26.95

Maryland Style Crab Cake$27.95

Pan Seared Jumbo Scallops*$25.95

Grilled Surf & Turf$28.95

Seafood Stew$25.95

Lump Crab & Grilled Shrimp Stuffed Cod$24.95

Main Plate Entrees

Organic Scottish Salmon Pasta*$16.95

Parmesan Crusted Filet of Cod$16.85

Freshwater North Carolina Trout$23.95

Braised Massachusetts Cod$16.90

"Penne for Promise"$17.95

Organic Scottish Salmon Filet*$19.95

Spicy Shrimp Pasta$17.95

Braised Boneless Beef Short Rib$19.95

Twin Filet Mignon Satay$18.95

Chicken Piccata$16.95

Chicken Antonio$16.95

Chicken Marsala$16.95

Seasonal Chefs Choice Vegetable Creation$14.80

Finishes

Chocolate "Sin" Cake$7.95

Drunken Strawberries$8.95

Warm Banana, Cranberry & Apple Bread Pudding$7.95

"Baltimore's Best" Italian Cannoli

Tiramisu$6.95

Italian Espresso / Cappuccino

Caramelized Sweet Potato "Pie"$7.95

Classic Creme Brulee$6.95

Sonia's Vanilla Cheesecake$7.96

"Moorenkos" Daily Ice Cream Selections "Voted DC's Best Ice Cream"$5.95

Chesapeake Bay Roasting Company Coffee$2.95

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