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A photo of Benihana - Bethesda, MD restaurant
4.2
Awesome(2629)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Bethesda
Booked 26 times today
Benihana in Bethesda, MD offers a unique dining experience with personal chefs performing Teppanyaki, and sushi prepared by a skilled sushi chef. Customers rave about the fun, engaging atmosphere, calling it a 'fun place to gather with friends and family'. They also appreciate the kid-friendly menu and the restaurant's family-friendly environment. Many reviews highlight the entertaining chefs and great service, making it a recommended spot for a memorable celebration.
A photo of Summer House - North Bethesda restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3516)
Price: Moderate
• American • North Bethesda
Booked 59 times today
Summer House - North Bethesda is a fun place because it's like a slice of California right in the heart of Maryland. It's the place where 'summer never ends' and it's not just a phrase. The atmosphere is always bright and airy, with the sunshine all year round. The menu is inspired by California cuisine, featuring simple ingredients from local grower partnerships and sustainable products. And if you're looking for a California vibe, they even pour Rosé all day! The reviews mention a great ambiance and a relaxed atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for families, friends of all ages, and any type of dining.
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4.7
Exceptional(10253)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rockville
Booked 76 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.
A photo of Medium Rare - Bethesda restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1450)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Bethesda
Booked 28 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.
A photo of Seasons 52 - North Bethesda restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6326)
Price: Expensive
• American • North Bethesda
Booked 40 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.
A photo of Black's Bar & Kitchen restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3407)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Bethesda
Booked 36 times today
WELCOME BACK!Black’s Bar & Kitchen is excited to announce we are back open to the public for dine-in service! While we encourage you to use our online portal for convenient curbside carryout pickup, we have staged our patio, dining room and café tables to provide our Guests with a socially accepted distance to dine. Food, Wine, & Cocktails to the heart of the ever-evolving Downtown Bethesda, Black’s remains the community Hot Spot for killer happy hour bar bites. Black’s has been on the forefront of supporting local farming & sustainable growing practices, serving only the highest quality produce, meats, & seafood for well over a decade.Love Oysters? We do. Our Premium raw bar is unparalleled with rotating varieties of bivalves from all coasts of the Americas and a stellar wine list to match. Whether you’re popping champagne for a special occasion, watching the game enjoying a cold craft beer and Duck Nachos in the bar, Black’s Bar & Kitchen is the destination for any occasion.
A photo of The Society Restaurant & Lounge restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(603)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Silver Spring
Booked 5 times today
CARRYOUT SERVICES continue to be available: WWW.SOCIETYSS.COM 301-565-8864Our cuisine combines classic American fare with authentic Caribbean flavors. Special menu features include Caribbean Jerk Chicken, Red Snapper, and Homemade Bread Pudding. At The Society Restaurant & Lounge, we are inspired by our deep love of people, community, and hearty food. We celebrate the achievements of past and present influences and promote collective involvement to advance our local community. Come and grab a drink. Stay for dinner. We welcome you to experience the best of who we are, where we go, and what we eat. Ask us about our corporate happy hour specials and birthday party packages.
A photo of Persimmon restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2939)
Price: Moderate
• American • Bethesda
Booked 39 times today
Persimmon is a beloved neighborhood bistro offering up unforgettable favorites! Bring an appetite for great food & wine!Let's Gather & Eat!
A photo of Spanish Diner - Bethesda restaurant
4.1
Excellent(3891)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • Bethesda
Booked 16 times today
An Iberian take on the classic American all-day restaurant, Spanish Diner features larger portions of Spanish favorites from the mind of award-winning chef José Andrés. Dishes like gambas al ajillo, croquetas de pollo, gazpacho, and patatas bravas are all on the menu, along with a focus on regional specialties like fabada asturiana and cocido madrileño. Egg dishes are a specialty with classics like the iconic tortilla española, huevos estrellados, and huevos revueltos. The menu at Spanish Diner is quintessentially Spanish, but you’ll be hard-pressed to find these dishes at any restaurant in Spain as these are the recipes that are found at home, shared around the kitchen table with family and friends, generation after generation.
A photo of Pinstripes - Bethesda restaurant
4.4
Awesome(224)
Price: Moderate
• American • North Bethesda
Booked 4 times today
Pinstripes: Where Sophisticated Fun Meets Exquisite Dining. With over 30,000 square feet of entertainment space, indulge in scratch-made Italian-American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a robust wine list. Enjoy our weekday happy hour from 3-6pm, or don't miss our famous bottomless brunch buffet on weekends. Experience modern bowling and bocce with full-service dining and entertainment options. Perfect for corporate gatherings, celebrations, or family events, our versatile spaces accommodate parties of 20 to 1000 guests. Book your unforgettable experience today!
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  • MichaelVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •255 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    My wife and I had a nice dinner at Seasons 52. She had the cedar plank salmon and I had roasted lamb loin. The food was excellent, and was paired with nice wine, although they were out of my favorite. The service was unremarkable. It appeared our server was new to the job and had a limited concept of how to deliver good service. Nevertheless, we enjoyed our meal and will retirn.
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    Seasons 52 - North BethesdaPrice: Expensive• American• North Bethesda
    4.7
  • LisaVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •105 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    My husband and I usually come to this restaurant on Monday, but due to some scheduling problems, we went on a Sunday. The place was hoping and the ambiance was so nice. It was a cold evening but the fire place was so welcoming. Dawn, our server, was as usual, very friendly and we shared holiday stories. We didn’t need a menu; Dawn knows what we want and how we want it! She is so pleasant and very attentive. She’s like this to all the diners. The food is so good and delicious. The bread is always warm and soft, or if you get the sourdough bread, that’s warm and crusty. Their sandwiches are plenty big and the French fries are cooked perfectly and crispy. This restaurant never fails. The desserts are amazing as well. Just make sure you leave room for it. Or take it home. Enjoy your meal and say hi to Dawn when you go.
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    Tower Oaks LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
    4.7
  • VineGuyVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We love Medium Rare - I live out of town and visit the DC area once a month. The first thing I do after I land is go straight to Meduim Rare. The service is Phenomenaln - everyone from the front desk to the busboy are attentive and polite. The food is consitently very good, and the value is amazing - and then the second helpings show up! It's always a great evening.
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    Medium Rare - BethesdaPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Bethesda
    4.6
  • IsabelleVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Service was excellent ! Very attentive server. A lot of onion in the dishes, compared to other hibachi dinners we have had. A large portion and we were happy to take food home.
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    Benihana - Bethesda, MDPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Bethesda
    4.2
  • Nick
    Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    My friend and I went for coffee and dessert and were extremely impressed. The service was excellent; the server was extremely attentive and personable. The latte and macchiato were rich and creamy. And, the lemon meringue pie (brand new menu item, and I was having it on the very first day!) was out of this world! Truly! I say that as a native New Yorker who remembers excellent lemon meringue pies in NYC diners in the 1970s. If you like lemon meringue pies, you will not be disappointed!
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    Summer House - North BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• North Bethesda
    4.6
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