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matchbox Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

matchbox Bethesda

4.4 (216)
$30 and under
Pizzeria
7278 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
We’re known for wood-fired pizzas, mini burgers, fresh salads and chef-inspired entrées, like pan-seared sea bass and oven-roasted filet mignon. It’s American bistro fare, crafted from high quality ingredients with a chef at the helm in every kitchen.

Matchbox draws in passersby with oversized windows lining the sidewalk and a front-row view of the blazing pizza oven. Once indoors, the vibe remains warm and residential, as though guests are being welcomed into the Matchbox home. The design achieves this effect through elements like draperies to soften some of the more industrial edges and add texture, open shelving and wine displays, light gray wood wainscotting, and hardwood flooring throughout to lend natural warmth. Hand-painted murals from local artists add further context to the neighborhood, and bring in a touch of personality as well.

Outdoor seating on patios along both Woodmont Avenue and Elm Street offer plentiful people-watching in warmer months.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, American, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Felipe Munoz
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Bethesda
  • Cross street
    Elm Street
  • Parking details
    Montgomery County public parking is behind the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 216 people are saying

matchbox Bethesda reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Matchbox Bethesda offers a lively atmosphere with "great service" and a "wide menu selection," making it ideal for family gatherings. While some diners experienced service delays, others praised the "fun & interacting" energy. Standout dishes include chicken tenders, waffles, and catfish and grits. The location is "conveniently located" with ample parking.
216 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time. The service was amazing. Great music playing in the background. The food was fresh. Nice size portions. Great variety special shout out to Eduardo, Johnthan and Erik and the new girl who started today. I wish I had her name. They took really good care of my party and I’m looking forward to returning and sharing this experience with others.

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  2. Tonisha

    Washington DC1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    My reservation was at 145 and I did not see the waitress until 2pm. She barely came to our table. We had to ask a table busser to find her when we needed her. We would see so many waiters/servers walking around except ours. There was no urgency or care for that matter. We had our small glass of water refilled once in two hours. We had to ask the waiter from another table for water. We were not attended to. We saw the waiter next to us every five to ten minutes visiting his table. If this is the standard, we will not return to this location or we’ll just sit at the bar. Not so great for our first experience.

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  3. Lisa

    Baltimore3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time visiting… the energy was fun & interacting. The staff was great!! Our table was never empty!!

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  4. IVAN

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    This Bethesda location honestly doesn't compare to the MATCHBOX SILVER SPRING. The staff might have been light, but it took a while to bee seen an d checked on. Our server was the bartender and couldn't be as attentive as a true waiter. The wait staff helped as much as possible but could never get our orders to us, even after making three requests for one thing. The SILVER SPRING location honestly set the FIVE STAR STANDARD that the Bethesda location couldn't compare to.
    matchbox BethesdaResponded 6 days ago
    We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear that your experience at our Bethesda location didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide the same high-quality service across all our locations. Your comments will be shared with our team to help improve our service. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

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  5. Tania

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    They are trying out an unlimited brunch menu and still working out the kinks. After a 10 min wait without seeing a waiter I went to find someone and asked if we could be seen. After we placed our first order, only two of the three items were delivered and one item was wrong. We were encouraged to order our second round and by the time that food arrived the missing first order arrived. You are given a two hour limit so you suddenly feel pressured to eat quickly. The kitchen is still working out the pacing of an unlimited menu so bring your patience.
    matchbox BethesdaResponded 2 days ago
    We appreciate your feedback regarding our new unlimited brunch menu. We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced during your visit. We're indeed working on improving the pacing and service to ensure a better dining experience. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

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  6. julie

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    quick bite out at high top - fast and kind service - good food
    matchbox BethesdaResponded on April 30, 2025
    We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your quick bite at our high top and appreciated our fast and kind service. It's always our goal to provide good food and a great experience. Thank you for the positive feedback!

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  7. Sarah

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We only saw our waiter twice during the hole meal. Had to flag another waiter down to get out check. Food was okay not the best I have had better. The noise from the sound system made it had to have a conversation. Staff did not feel welcoming.

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  8. Ayoka

    Washington DC12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, great service and good food. I will be going back.

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  9. karin

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Chicken tenders and waffles, catfish and grits were delicious!

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  10. Helen

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first visit and it was absolutely fantastic. I will definitely be coming back.
    matchbox BethesdaResponded on April 9, 2025
    We're thrilled to hear that your first visit was fantastic! It's great to know that you'll be returning. Thank you for the positive feedback and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

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FAQs

matchbox Bethesda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (240) 465-0500.

matchbox Bethesda is rated 4.4 stars by 216 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Bethesda

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for matchbox Bethesda

7278 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Elm Street
  • Neighborhood
    Bethesda
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, American, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Montgomery County public parking is behind the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Felipe Munoz
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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