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1. Summer House - North Bethesda
4.6
Exceptional(3504)
Price: Moderate
• American • North Bethesda
Booked 122 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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2. Founding Farmers MD: Potomac
4.4
Awesome(12312)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rockville
Booked 192 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. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose
4.6
Exceptional(674)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Bethesda
Booked 34 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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4. Tower Oaks Lodge
4.7
Exceptional(10232)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rockville
Booked 130 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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5. Silver
4.5
Awesome(2212)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Bethesda
Booked 74 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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6. Medium Rare - Bethesda
4.6
Exceptional(1436)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Bethesda
Booked 61 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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7. Seasons 52 - North Bethesda
4.7
Exceptional(6322)
Price: Expensive
• American • North Bethesda
Booked 65 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. Benihana - Bethesda, MD
4.3
Awesome(2616)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Bethesda
Booked 63 times today
Benihana in Bethesda is a neighborhood gem due to its unique dining experience and excellent food. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'neighborhood gem' with 'good food, nice environment'. The restaurant is known for its communal tables where personal chefs perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki, creating a dining experience that is both entertaining and delicious. They also have a kid-friendly environment, making it a great place for families. The reviews consistently praise the food, service, and overall experience, with many patrons recommending it and expressing their desire to return.
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9. Clyde's of Chevy Chase
4.6
Exceptional(4992)
Price: Moderate
• American • Friendship Heights
Booked 70 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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10. Persimmon
4.8
Exceptional(2929)
Price: Moderate
• American • Bethesda
Booked 10 times today
Persimmon is a beloved neighborhood bistro offering up unforgettable favorites! Bring an appetite for great food & wine!Let's Gather & Eat!
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  • Betsy
    Washington, D.C. Area •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    As always, the food and service at Silver were excellent. It was a very busy night; they served the crowd really well. We asked for sauce served on the side on one order, and to have one of their excellent desserts divided into two separate servings; those special requests were handled perfectly. Each of us enjoyed a delicious meal served exactly the way we wanted it.
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    SilverPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Bethesda
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    4.5
  • GaryVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Perfect night over the holidays…..Everything is what you would expect from a true dining experience…..As good as being in Italy……
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    Caruso's Grocery - Pike & RosePrice: Expensive• Italian• North Bethesda
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    4.6
  • Natalie
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Very busy night for FF! We went there tonight on Christmas, which also happens to be my birthday. There was a mix up with the prime rib and they ended up being out of it but didn’t find out until my family had their food. I work in a restaurant so I know these things happen sometimes. They were extremely accommodating. The manager, Chris, and our server (her name just slipped from my mind!) went above and beyond! They made sure that we left feeling happy and that’s all we could really ask for! The food was delicious as always! P.s- Please add a nonalcoholic beer option to your menu! 😁
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    Founding Farmers MD: PotomacPrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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    4.4
  • Amy
    Greater Taipei Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    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
  • 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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