Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Potomac

81 restaurants available nearby

1. Tower Oaks Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(10245)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 108 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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2. Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

4.4

Awesome(12321)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 175 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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3. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Rockville

4.7

Exceptional(3989)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 65 times today

Stanford Grill - Rockville is a go-to spot for special occasions. Reviewers rave about its 'nice ambience', 'great food', and 'good service'. It's a perfect place for 'celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasion'. The restaurant's 'pleasant dining environment' and 'relaxing decor' make it a top choice for 'date night' or 'wedding anniversary'. It's the perfect place to 'impress' with its 'top-notch' dishes and 'exceptional customer service'.

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4. Gregorio's Trattoria - Potomac

4.7

Exceptional(870)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Potomac

Booked 21 times today

Gregorio's Trattoria (trat•to•RI•a, an informal restaurant or tavern serving simple Italian dishes) is a local, family-owned restaurant where we want you to feel right at home, like you're eating at our house. Our goal is to create a comfortable, warm atmosphere with consistently fresh, delicious food and amazing service. Owner Greg Kahn and staff will do everything possible to make your visit a pleasure from the moment you walk in the door. We're not a franchise restaurant, and serve only the freshest food made with locally grown ingredients whenever possible.

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5. Founding Farmers VA: Tysons

4.4

Awesome(13079)

Price: Moderate

• American • Tysons Corner / McLean

Booked 214 times today

Inspired by a Virginia farmhouse with an expansive and lively dining room, full-service bar, and a covered & heated patio, this farmer-owned restaurant is open 365 days a year serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and a decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch. Everything is made from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers they know and trust. Expansive menus offer American-inspired food & drink with an array of fresh pastas, fried chicken & waffles, premium seafood, burgers & sandwiches, decadent desserts, Founding Farmers Chocolates, and cocktails featuring spirits from their DC-based distillery, Founding Spirits. You can also swing by for a cup of house-roasted coffee and a breakfast treat or donut from their First Bake Cafe. Mission driven and operating Through The Eyes Of The Farmer,™ they actively care about their guests, communities, and the planet. This all comes together in their friendly neighborhood restaurant.

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6. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose

4.6

Exceptional(677)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Bethesda

Booked 51 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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7. Summer House - North Bethesda

4.6

Exceptional(3508)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Bethesda

Booked 125 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.

8. Julii

4.7

Exceptional(2423)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • North Bethesda

Booked 43 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.

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9. L'Auberge Chez Francois

4.9

Exceptional(9329)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Great Falls

Booked 44 times today

Welcome to L'Auberge Chez François, our French country inn a short distance from the nation's capital that has captivated visitors for over 66 years. L'Auberge Chez François is the ideal spot to celebrate special moments, private parties, luncheons, weddings, and cooking demonstrations. Our menu is extensive and full of the flavors of Alsace and traditional French cuisine. Excellent food and service, attention to detail, and a casually elegant atmosphere are hallmarks that have made L'Auberge Chez François a Washington favorite! We hope that you will enjoy your visit with us. Should you not see your preferred time to dine with us, please call us at 703-759-3800.

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10. Founding Farmers VA: Reston Station

4.4

Awesome(5053)

Price: Moderate

• American • Reston

Booked 90 times today

Located conveniently on Metro’s Silver Line, Founding Farmers Reston Station is a great gathering place for locals, nearby businesses, and commuters. 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; enjoy our decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch; or simply grab a cup of our house-roasted coffee and a scratch-made treat from our First Bake Cafe. 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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Washington, D.C. Area •71 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The Beef and Barley soup was the perfect start on a very cold day. Service is professional and warm. The French Dip Sandwich is so tender it melts in your mouth! The underground parking is a huge plus on a bad-weather day!
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Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: RockvillePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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Karen
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Kalin what is wonderful and kept all of our requests and his mind and quickly presented. We were surprised how busy it was, but the staff was efficient and they knew how to handle all the tables. There were five in our group. We all ordered something different and we all were very pleased with our dinners. We will go back!
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Tower Oaks LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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4.7
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Kimberly
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our server was helpful and kind! He was disappointed that the first meal I chose wasn’t available but he was quick to make alternate suggestions
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Founding Farmers MD: PotomacPrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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4.4
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Abby
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I’d suggest you make a reservation as it was a full house at 2pm on a Thursday. We were greeted promptly by our server and she checked on us regularly. The food came out timely and it was delicious. We each had alcoholic beverages, salads, an entree, cappuccinos and dessert. The bill was about $200 and I felt that was a fair price and worth it.
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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Stephanie
Washington, D.C. Area •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Absolutely wonderful way to feast for our family. There was something on the menu for everyone to enjoy. The service was exceptional and we felt very welcome. We’ll be back!
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Gregorio's Trattoria - PotomacPrice: Moderate• Italian• Potomac
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4.7

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81 restaurants available nearby

1. Tower Oaks Lodge

2. Founding Farmers MD: Potomac

3. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Rockville

4. Gregorio's Trattoria - Potomac

5. Founding Farmers VA: Tysons

6. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose

7. Summer House - North Bethesda

8. Julii

9. L'Auberge Chez Francois

10. Founding Farmers VA: Reston Station

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