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Zaytinya - DC
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.7(19,726)Penn Quarter - 2
Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(34,644)Foggy Bottom - 3
Old Ebbitt Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(30,092)Downtown - 4
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(10,318)Downtown - 5
Filomena Ristorante
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(17,519)Georgetown
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STK - DC
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•3.9(553)Mount Vernon Square - 2
The Park at 14th
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(3,048)Downtown - 3
dLeña
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(2,206)Mount Vernon Square - 4
Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien
Price: Very Expensive•Vietnamese•4.8(628)Washington - 5
Tabard Inn
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(3,898)Dupont Circle
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Ocean Prime - Washington D.C.
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(4,509)Downtown - 2
Dauphine’s
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.5(1,449)Downtown - 3
The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(1,110)Downtown - 4
Bourbon Steak - Four Seasons Washington DC
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.6(3,928)Georgetown - 5
2941 Restaurant
Price: Expensive•French American•4.9(7,849)Falls Church
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Chercher Ethiopian Cuisine
Price: Moderate•Ethiopian•4.8(129)Chercher Ethiopian Cuisine is one of the best Ethiopian restaurants in the heart of Washington DC offering a fun-filled, casual dining experience! Cherecher strives to always serve you fresh and affordable Ethiopian cuisine. This is what our customers say about us.Cubanos
Price: Expensive•Cuban•4.8(28)Welcome to Cubano's, where every visit is a journey to the vibrant streets of La Havana and the lively atmosphere of Ocean Drive in Miami Beach. Savor the essence of Cuban cuisine with his signature dish, Picadera Cubana.
Recipient of the prestigious Best of DC 2022 award. As you step through our doors, you'll be transported to a Cuban home, adorned with colorful tiles and filled with the rich aroma of rum and savory delights.
Immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Cuba from traditional favorites to innovative creations, each dish at Cubano's tells a story of passion and tradition.
Our atmosphere embodies the spirit of Havana, with lively music, warm hospitality, and a vibrant ambiance that will make you feel right at home. Whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner for two or celebrating with friends and family, every moment at Cubano's is a celebration of Latin culture and culinary artistry.
Join us at Cubano's and experience the magic of Cuba brought to life on your plate.
Medium Rare - Bethesda
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.6(1,503)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.Delhi Spice
Price: Moderate•Indian•4.8(53)India has always been known as a land of spices and Asia’s largest spice market is in Delhi!! Join us as we take you through an aromatic journey of both local and exotic spices blended with the labor of love and effort put into each of our dishes, we try to bring diverse flavors of Delhi to you through the spices used to create our signature dishes.
Mon Ami Gabi - Bethesda
Price: Expensive•French•4.6(7,452)Mon Ami Gabi will reopen on Monday, March 17 offering weekday lunch, weekday happy hour, weekend brunch, and dinner served daily. Enjoy authentic French dishes prepared with a modern twist. From our Steak Frites and famous Roast Chicken a la Grand-Mère to our extensive wine list and artisanal cocktail program, every visit promises a taste of Paris. Welcome to Mon Ami Gabi.The Salt Line - Bethesda
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.6(657)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.
PLANTA, Bethesda
Price: Expensive•Vegan•4.6(147)Under Chef David Lee, PLANTA is dining as it should be- an un-guilty pleasure. Created in 2016, PLANTA is a celebration of delicious and innovative plant-based cuisine served in a beautifully designed space, without pretension and with an overflow of good vibes. PLANTA Bethesda offers signatures like Ahi Watermelon Nigiri and Bang Bang Broccoli while expanding on the plant-powered menu, offering even more in the way of Sushi, Pizza, sustainably-crafted cocktails, and more. PLANTA reimagines and reinvents plant-based dining, providing flavorful (and fun) proof the the power of plants can change the world.
For Parties larger the 8, please contact hellobethesda@plantahq.com
GETTING HERE: The closest private garage is just next to restaurant and can be entered from ELM Street. We are also a 5 minute walk from Bethesda Metro (Red Line)Morton's The Steakhouse - Bethesda
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.5(2,149)What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.
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- CChristopherWashington, D.C. Area •13 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoBrunch was delicious, everything prepared as requested. We were with 2 children who loved the French toast. Server attentive, friendly and helpful. Would go back happily.More infoMedium Rare - BethesdaPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Bethesda•4.6
- WWayneVirginia •39 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoExcellent food. Oysters were fantastic. Superb service.More infoBlack's Bar & KitchenPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Bethesda•4.7
- KKevinWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoGreat experience and great staff. The food is always very good!More infoBarrel & CrowPrice: Moderate• American• Bethesda•4.5
- AAdamVIPWashington, D.C. Area •39 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 5, 2025Always a fun experience for the family! Solid food and funMore infoBenihana - Bethesda, MDPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Bethesda•4.1
- AAdaWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 15, 2025Food was delicious. Service was little slow, but the overall experience was good. We will definitely eat there again.More infoCubanosPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Bethesda•4.8
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Washington, DC, gives off the vibe that it’s 24/7 politics, but its date-night worthy restaurants all point to romance. A chilled-out winery with Anacostia River views is a first-date favorite. The wisteria-clad patio at a Mediterranean restaurant in Dupont Circle was made for intimate nights out. Korean and Southern flavors couple up at an anniversary hotspot in Penn Quarter. This guide pairs DC restaurants with romantic occasions from first dates all the way to milestone anniversaries. These are Washington, DC’s 12 best date-night restaurants.
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With over 170 nations represented in just 68 square miles, the District serves as a captivating destination for diners looking to sample flavors from across the globe—drinks included. As the city’s culinary scene thrives and expands, choosing where to grab a drink has never been so much fun. From unmarked doors that lead to stylish, subterranean social clubs to rooftop lounges with specialty cocktails and unmatched monument views, here are some of Washington, D.C.’s best bars.
Discover Bethesda
Just a few miles northwest of DC lie Bethesda and Chevy Chase. This is a wealthy, sophisticated area populated by young, educated professionals exacting in their tastes, and an eclectic dining scene delivers. It’s become a dream destination for successful restauranteurs, with new arrivals raising an already demanding gastronomic bar. Like nearby Embassy Row, here, cuisine represents every continent. Szechuan Peking duck may neighbor Korean barbecue as easily as Greek shaved lamb and falafel. The smell of Indian chicken tikka masala may mingle with seared Peruvian chorizo, French coq au vin, Neapolitan pizza or Chesapeake seafood. With so many choices, you’ll find that tough competition delivers a variety of food worthy of a nation’s capital. It's no wonder DC was Bon Appétit’s 2016 pick for Restaurant City of the Year.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Bethesda include Silver, True Food Kitchen - Bethesda and Persimmon
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Bethesda are True Food Kitchen - Bethesda, Silver and PLANTA, Bethesda
Bottomless brunch in Bethesda is available at Silver, Mon Ami Gabi - Bethesda and PLANTA, Bethesda
The most romantic restaurant in Bethesda is Morton's The Steakhouse - Bethesda
Restaurants in Bethesda with a great view include Mon Ami Gabi - Bethesda, Morton's The Steakhouse - Bethesda and Medium Rare - Bethesda
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