Best Restaurants for Foodies in Kensington

40 restaurants available nearby

1. Melina

4.8

Exceptional(1404)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • North Bethesda

Booked 47 times today

Melina, named after a Greek daughter, serves modernized Greek classics. Reviews consistently praise its inventive and delicious food, with one review noting 'each dish was splendidly prepared and extremely delicious.' The service is also highly rated, ensuring a great dining experience.

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2. matchbox Rockville

4.3

Awesome(3441)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 32 times today

Bubbling, thin crust pizzas, mini burgers, crisp salads, and craft cocktails...four great reasons to visit matchbox today. We’re the neighborhood gathering place for fun, upscale casual dining, with local, award-winning beers, broad spectrum wines, and handcrafted signature cocktails you won’t find anywhere else.A titan of a space, Rockville was modeled after a hunting lodge yet still manages to feel cozy. A comfortable fireplace fills the space, as well as two wood-fired ovens that churn out thin-crust pizzas in minutes. With two outdoor patios and the private 30-seat Congressional Room, there’s plenty of space for intimate dinners, large parties and get-togethers.

3. Tower Oaks Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(10229)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 147 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.

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4. Seasons 52 - North Bethesda

4.7

Exceptional(6322)

Price: Expensive

• American • North Bethesda

Booked 58 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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5. Medium Rare - Bethesda

4.6

Exceptional(1436)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Bethesda

Booked 66 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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6. True Food Kitchen - Bethesda

4.4

Awesome(2373)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bethesda

Booked 29 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. Our menu features food and drinks crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients and carefully sourced proteins from the world’s most responsible and sustainable growers, farmers and producers. Expand your palate with our Edamame Dumplings, grab a bite of comfort food with our Grass-fed Burger or Lasagna Bolognese, or enjoy lighter fare with our O.G. Tuscan Kale Salad with Grilled Sustainable Salmon. Regardless of the occasion, we know our Bethesda guests leave feeling energized, satisfied and most importantly, feeling great. Located at the corner of Wisconsin Ave. & Woodmont Ave. at the Solaire Bethesda Apartment Complex. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

7. Barrel & Crow

4.5

Awesome(1635)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bethesda

Booked 29 times today

Barrel and Crow: A Contemporary Approach to Regional cuisine. Our Chef-driven restaurant relies solely on locally sourced produce and proteins. We utilizes these seasonal ingredients in preparing refined yet familiar comfort food. House made pastas and charcuterie offered every evening. Chef is always anxious to modify menu items to fit any dietary restrictions. Gluten, Vegetarian, Vegan and Dairy allergies are no problem. Pastry Chef Justin Roche dessert menu offers guests a selection of traditional desserts with a contemporary twist. Eclectic wine list which focuses on small production, boutique wines. A selection of 48 bourbons, extensive beer list with offerings from the top breweries in the Mid-Atlantic region. Full bar, seasonal cocktail menu and a wide selection of small batch spirits. Bottomless Mimosas are offered Saturday and Sunday Brunch. Owner-Laura Houlihan

8. Jaleo - DC

4.7

Exceptional(10969)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Penn Quarter

Booked 168 times today

Jaleo brings alive the spirit and flavors of Spain with a menu reflecting the rich regional diversity of classical and contemporary Spanish cuisine, under the direction of renowned chef José Andrés. Jaleo offers an impressive assortment of tapas, the traditional small dishes of Spain, as well as savory paellas, superb sangrias and a fine selection of Spanish wines and Sherries in a festive, casual atmosphere.

9. Jônt

4.9

Exceptional(108)

Price: Very Expensive

• French / Japanese • U Street Corridor

Booked 8 times today

At Jônt, we are a team of young and inspired chefs taking down the walls between kitchen and guests and taking you on a culinary adventure. Immerse yourself in a progressive tasting menu focusing on the simple, yet luxurious, ingredients around the world with deep inspiration from Japanese cuisine.We challenge the seasons, navigate beyond the limits of time and break with tradition— getting playful with process and tricky with techniques at the intersection of place and possibility.Jônt has been recognized with two Michelin stars since 2021.

10. Claudio's Table

4.7

Exceptional(299)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palisades Northwest

Booked 43 times today

Claudio Pirollo grew up in Belgium where he soon discovered his passion for cooking as he wandered around his father’s fine Italian épicerie (grocery store) and watched his mother prepare dinner every day. The dual influence of Italy and Belgium triggered Chef Pirollo’s aspirations to develop his knowledge and experience with different flavors.A Trattoria is not a pizzeria, it is an Italian-style eating establishment that is generally much less formal than a ristorante but more formal than an osteria. It is similar to what the French call Bistrot.Trattorias are traditionally family owned, casual, rustic neighborhood restaurants found throughout all of Italy that offer fresh, regional, local and family specialties on the menu.

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Ron
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 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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Fabio
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything is excellent. They just need to lower music a little bit and play something more soothing (eg Soft Jazz, Bossa Nova), that constant loud drum beat can be annoying at times. No one likes that music they play. Other than that, everything was great. Reading worth it.
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Medium Rare - BethesdaPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Bethesda
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4.6
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Kristi
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We enjoyed our Christmas eve dinner last night. Delicious food, excellent service, and ambiance.
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Seasons 52 - North BethesdaPrice: Expensive• American• North Bethesda
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4.7
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Lauren
New Orleans / Louisiana •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
My husband and I decided to grab an early lunch while we were picking up a Christmas dinner order in the area. I had no idea that there was a sister restaurant to Clyde’s. I have been to the location in DC, and I really enjoyed it there. So, I figured I would have the same experience, and I was right. The food is delicious, it was beautifully decorated for Christmas, and our server was knowledgeable and friendly. We didn’t even need to ask for refills; a replacement drink was on the table before we could even think to ask. Now, that is some stellar service! We will return with friends, and I have already recommended to a friend who is also a fan of Clydes in DC. Happy holidays!
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Tower Oaks LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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4.7
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Marie
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 19, 2024
As always great food Had pineapple and pig pizza. Friends had salads. Our waiter was great and did not rush us. Thx!
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matchbox RockvillePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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4.3

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40 restaurants available nearby

1. Melina

2. matchbox Rockville

3. Tower Oaks Lodge

4. Seasons 52 - North Bethesda

5. Medium Rare - Bethesda

6. True Food Kitchen - Bethesda

7. Barrel & Crow

8. Jaleo - DC

9. Jônt

10. Claudio's Table

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