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Medium Rare - Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

Medium Rare - Bethesda

4.6
4.6
1448 Reviews
$30 and under
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (301) 215-8379
  • Website
    http://www.mediumrarerestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    4904 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
  • Neighborhood
    Bethesda
  • Parking details
    Public lot at 7730 Woodmont Ave -- walk out the back exit to Fairmont Ave and restaurant is on the right. Also, street parking.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Red Line
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,448 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Medium Rare in Bethesda impresses with its straightforward menu spotlighting exceptional steak frites. Guests consistently praise the "delicious food" and "great service." While the ambiance can be lively, the attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience. Ideal for steak lovers, this eatery remains a "go-to" for many seeking quality and consistency.

1,448 Reviews

  1. Will

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ALL WE GOTTA SAY IS HOW DAMN GOOD THIS PLACE IS!!!

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  2. Priscilla

    VIP

    Washington DC

    76 reviews

    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice evening - food and service were both great. Other than a very cranky woman at the table next to us who wouldn’t stop yelling - the evening was a perfect college send off for my son.

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  3. Moon

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My girlfriend had a great birthday night! BUT What to expect? MEDIUM RARE is always busy With or without a reservation there’s always a wait. Front desk tried their best to get everyone seated Servers are great and professionals. It’s worth the wait FOODS AND DRINKS ALWAYS GOOD! BIG MEDIUM RARE SUPPORTER!

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  4. Jennifer

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I made reservation for my 17yo son and friends. Party of 9 for his birthday. I called the restaurant the night before to confirm. They had to wait one hour for a table even though I made the reservation . If this were a group of adults, they never would have been treated this way. Unfortunately my son didn’t let me know this until afterwards.

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  5. Ceska

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's always a pleasure dining at Medium Rare. From the warm, crusty bread, to the fresh, crisp salad, to the succulent steak served with the perfectly salted fries... Chef's Kiss!

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  6. Jean

    VIP

    Washington DC

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Medium Rare always delivers! Delicious food and fun desserts!

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  7. Linda

    VIP

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always tasty. Restaurant is very loud. Good cocktails too

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  8. talia

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My friend and I come here all the time. We had Cameron as our waiter today. Amazing service and delicious food. Everyone is so personable. I’ll never stop coming here!

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  9. Rob

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    They were trying to turn over the tables too fast! We were finished with our meals and the server was trying to throw dessert at us.

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  10. TMBG

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    New Year's Eve family gathering

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FAQs

Medium Rare - Bethesda does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Medium Rare - Bethesda also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 215-8379.

Medium Rare - Bethesda is rated 4.6 stars by 1448 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Medium Rare - Bethesda

4904 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bethesda
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 2:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public lot at 7730 Woodmont Ave -- walk out the back exit to Fairmont Ave and restaurant is on the right. Also, street parking.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Red Line
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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