Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Bethesda

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1. Medium Rare - Bethesda

4.6

Exceptional(1415)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Bethesda

Booked 40 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.

2. LIA'S

4.6

Exceptional(4447)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Chevy Chase

Booked 23 times today

Sister to Chef Geoff’s, Lia’s is an Italian-ish neighborhood gem featuring housemade pasta, handcrafted using old world technique, with a modern twist, alongside a broad and delicious selection of steak, seafood, salad and pizza. We offer seasonal plates served by our welcoming service staff. Whether enjoying our large lounge area, the best outdoor patio in Chevy Chase, or our intimate dining room, we offer the perfect setting for a romantic date, casual meet up or dinner with the family.

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3. Coopers Mill at Bethesda

4.0

Excellent(136)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bethesda

Booked 2 times today

Fuel up at Cooper's Mill for a great day of sightseeing or exploring Bethesda, Marriott. Also, join us during the evening to enjoy fresh dishes with a broad selection of fine wines to sip and savor.

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4. Gregorio's at Sumner Place

4.3

Awesome(56)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bethesda

Booked 1 time today

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5. Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)

4.7

Exceptional(1135)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Indian • Tenleytown

'Too much is so good, you can't stop eating it. The tandoor-baked breads are not mere swabs for sauce but could be eaten, and enjoyed, on their own; the naan with cilantro and rock salt is terrific, as is the kulcha richly stuffed with minced lamb. Masala Art offers combinations you don't see often around here, but even its more familiar dishes can be revelations. Consider its samosas. They're flakier than a lot of the competition, and their filling of peas, potatoes and sweet raisins tastes fresher, too. A burst of cardamom in every bite helps. In the same vein, soft logs of minced lamb pulse with heat from jalapeno peppers, a shock offset with breezy mint. Pureed spinach is a vibrant green, flecked with corn and rich with garlic...' - WashingtonPost.com

6. Tabard Inn

4.7

Exceptional(3745)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle

Booked 40 times today

Since our early days as a tea room, we’ve been a respite for locals and visitors alike, offering a haven for conversation and memorable cuisine. The tradition continues as our culinary team has curated an inventive and elevated menu through New American cuisine while paying homage to the beloved dishes that have been served at the Tabard Inn for years. Executive Chef Matthew Zafrir came to the Tabard in 2023, bringing with him experience from various fine dining restaurants around D.C. such as minibar by José Andrés, Cranes, Revelers Hour, as well as Woodberry Kitchen in Baltimore, MD. He also shares the Tabard's longstanding commitment to sourcing ingredients locally. Join us for a meal on our covered patio or one of our intimate dining rooms. Or enjoy drinks and light fare in our historic fireplace lounge, where you can enjoy our creative cocktails! A DC institution since 1922, we look forward to offering our guests all the comforts of a home away from home.

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7. Lafayette Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1604)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 17 times today

Washington’s destination for power dining, the Lafayette Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With large windows opening onto Lafayette Park and the White House, this sun-lit dining room is one of the most elegant settings in the capital and is certain to complement any dining experience.

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8. Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

4.3

Awesome(2214)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Foggy Bottom

Booked 23 times today

We are offering breakfast weekdays from 7am-10:30am and lunch from 11:30am-2pm. Our Kingbird Bar hour from 2pm-9pm Tuesday through Fridays. Weekends, we are offering Brunch on Sundays from 11am to 2pm. Join us for High Tea on Saturday & Sunday 1pm-2:30pm. We require all High Tea reservations to be pre-paid, to make a reservation for High Tea please select the Spill the Tea Experience. For children under 12 please email dining@thewatergatehotel.com. We are located within The Watergate Hotel, our elegant yet contemporary restaurant features fine dining with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Valet Parking is $15 for dining.

9. Wildfire - Tysons

4.6

Exceptional(8766)

Price: Moderate

• American • Tysons Corner / McLean

Booked 57 times today

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. Step into Wildfire, a steak and chophouse with the aura of a 1940's dinner club. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for an evening with friends or just the two of you. So order a martini, listen to the music and prepare your appetite for some of the most delicious American cuisine you'll find anywhere.

10. Brasserie Liberté

4.4

Awesome(2288)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French / American • Georgetown

Booked 51 times today

At Brasserie Liberté traditional French meets modern luxury in the heart of Georgetown. Our menu reflects the comfort food of the cuisine served in a cozy and laidback setting.Please note the Fabergé Egg seats 4 guests.

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Sonia M.
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I discovered Lia's this year and it has become my go-to place. Good food, good service, nice ambiance (although last night it was filled to capacity and it was a little too loud, next time I will ask for a back table). I love the place!
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LIA'SPrice: Moderate• Italian• Chevy Chase
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4.6
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Kelli
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a party of 7, and the service was attentive, and the food delicious. 6 people had steaks, and 1 had the vegetarian option (portobello mushroom). The mushroom portions were a bit small compared to the steak, but that is the only area for improvement to mention. The steak, frites, salad, bread and wine were exceptional. We will definitely go back, to include for large party dinners. Thank you Medium Rare Bethesda!
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Medium Rare - BethesdaPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Bethesda
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4.6
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Vanessavip
Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 1, 2024
Our go-to family dinner! It's so family-friendly and a wonderful way to kick off the weekend.
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Gregorio's at Sumner PlacePrice: Moderate• Italian• Bethesda
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4.3
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Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 19, 2024
Marsala art was amazing. The food and the customer service was on point. The owner made food suggestions and everything was delicious!
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Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)Price: Moderate• Contemporary Indian• Tenleytown
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4.7
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Michael
South Carolina •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 23, 2024
Well prepared and presented vegan offerings. Beers on tap and NA beers also.
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Coopers Mill at BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• Bethesda
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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Medium Rare - Bethesda

2. LIA'S

3. Coopers Mill at Bethesda

4. Gregorio's at Sumner Place

5. Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)

6. Tabard Inn

7. Lafayette Restaurant

8. Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

9. Wildfire - Tysons

10. Brasserie Liberté

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