Best Lunch Restaurants in Kensington

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1. Julii

4.7

Exceptional(2423)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • North Bethesda

Booked 45 times today

Julii, French Mediterranean Cuisine; by the founders of Cava Mezze, and Cava. Come enjoy an elevated dining experience, bringing you delicious yet beautiful cocktails and dishes and top-notch service.Currently offering indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery service.

2. Tower Oaks Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(10243)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 122 times today

Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge, located just beyond the beltway in suburban Maryland, offers a rustic retreat reminiscent of the grand "Great Camps" of the Adirondack Mountains from the early 1900s. With its grand fireplaces, cozy nooks, and wood-beamed ceilings, Tower Oaks Lodge provides a unique dining experience that combines the rugged beauty of the wilderness with Clyde's Restaurant Group's commitment to exceptional dining and hospitality. Tower Oaks Lodge offers a seasonal menu that showcases fresh, locally sourced ingredients, making it a favorite for both casual diners and those seeking a memorable evening out. Indoor and outdoor seating available with lunch, dinner, and brunch service.

3. Melina

4.8

Exceptional(1411)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • North Bethesda

Booked 43 times today

The name Melina is rooted in Greek origin and derives from the Greek word for "honey". "Mel" can be derived from the name Melissa meaning "honey-bee". The restaurant is named after the daughter of Co-Founder Chef Dimitri Moshovitis. “Melina” will honor the strength of the matriarchy in the Greek family. It will lean vegetable-forward with modernized Greek classics from the sea and grilled meats. Greek cuisine is all about freshness and quality of ingredients and that will be on display in a fine casual setting.

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4. Summer House - North Bethesda

4.6

Exceptional(3506)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Bethesda

Booked 81 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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5. Clyde's of Chevy Chase

4.6

Exceptional(4994)

Price: Moderate

• American • Friendship Heights

Booked 75 times today

Clyde's of Chevy Chase, nestled in the heart of Chevy Chase, Maryland, is renowned for its classic American cuisine and elegant yet welcoming atmosphere. Its menu emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients, showcasing a variety of dishes from seafood to steaks and innovative salads. Clyde's also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list, perfect for pairing with any meal. Exceptional service and a warm, inviting ambiance make Clyde's of Chevy Chase the perfect place for a memorable dining experience for any occasion. Indoor and outdoor seating available with lunch, dinner, brunch, late night, and raw bar service.

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6. Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

4.4

Awesome(12321)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 105 times today

Repeatedly awarded Bethesda’s Best, MoCo’s Founding Farmers is conveniently located off I-270 in Potomac. Open 365 days a year, our culinary crew crafts dishes and drinks from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and a la carte weekend brunch. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday neighborhood restaurant.

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7. Seasons 52 - North Bethesda

4.7

Exceptional(6324)

Price: Expensive

• American • North Bethesda

Booked 52 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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8. The Salt Line - Bethesda

4.5

Awesome(609)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bethesda

Booked 61 times today

The Salt Line, the popular DC homage to New England’s iconic fish and oyster houses, brings a third location to Bethesda Row. New England meets the Chesapeake at this beauty of a restaurant with lots of comfy booth seating and an inviting u shaped bar and lounge area. Menu features all the classics and raw bar guests have come to love from the original The Salt Line plus some delicious new surprises from award winning The Salt Line Chef Kyle Bailey and Bethesda Executive Chef Eric McKamey.

9. Silver

4.5

Awesome(2213)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Bethesda

Booked 43 times today

SILVER is an New American Brasserie with a distinctive new shine. Led by award-winning Chef, Ype Von Hengst, SILVER’s menu features contemporary American cuisine and healthier choices, influenced by the great brasseries from around the world. We specialize in offering a broad menu of contemporary favorites, seasonal specials, and healthier options, featuring ingredients from local farms and purveyors. Our bar menu features hand-crafted pre-prohibition style cocktails, local brews and American wines carefully curated to showcase the traditions of American wine makers. Open early until late, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night brunch. SILVER offers the choices for how you live and a healthy dose of what you crave.

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10. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose

4.6

Exceptional(677)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Bethesda

Booked 67 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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David
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was another enjoyable experience at Julii. The food, service are all very consistent. Highly recommend dining there.
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JuliiPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• North Bethesda
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4.7
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Timothy
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very relaxing, visually pleasing ambiance. Knowledgeable wait staff. Filtered water. Many interesting menu options. Delicious entrees and sides. Welcoming and hospitable.
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Tower Oaks LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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4.7
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Alicia
Baltimore / Maryland •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We attempted dining at the Georgetown location but decided against it because it so tight. Wall to wall people and it was loud. We decided to go to the Chevy Chase location. That location never fails…..it’s always the best dining service and the best quality food. My hubby and I are always pleased and this time was no different. We like being spread out and comfortable. Wish I could remember our server’s name because he was awesome! Anywho ya’ll never disappoint! 🫶🏽
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Clyde's of Chevy ChasePrice: Moderate• American• Friendship Heights
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4.6
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Ron
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great food with well thought out combinations. Had the Lamb Pita that was outstanding. Our server Lukas, was well versed to the menu and even asked for any allergies to help in selections. Great overall experience.
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MelinaPrice: Expensive• Greek• North Bethesda
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4.8
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Amy
Greater Taipei Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Had Christmas Eve dinner with my mom here, the server is very friendly and nice! And the food is delicious! Merry Christmas🎄!
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Summer House - North BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• North Bethesda
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4.6

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274 restaurants available nearby

1. Julii

2. Tower Oaks Lodge

3. Melina

4. Summer House - North Bethesda

5. Clyde's of Chevy Chase

6. Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

7. Seasons 52 - North Bethesda

8. The Salt Line - Bethesda

9. Silver

10. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose

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