Persimmon

Name: Persimmon
Address: 7003 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda, MD, United States, 20815
Telephone: (301) 654-9860
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2542 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Persimmon is a beloved neighborhood bistro offering up unforgettable favorites!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(301) 654-9860

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(301) 654-9860
Website
http://www.persimmonrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Damian Salvatore
Catering
Persimmon can accommodate specialized catering needs.
Private party facilities
Persimmon can accommodate reservations for large parties and offers additional options for private and semi-private dining events.
Private party contact
Megan Solomon - Megan@persimmonrestaurant.com: (301) 654-9860

Location
7003 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda, MD 20815
Neighborhood
Bethesda / Chevy Chase
Cross street
Leland & Walsh Sts.
Parking details
Metered public parking lot conveniently located behind the restaurant <br />***parking lot is free on Saturday and Sunday***
Public transit
Bethesda Metro on Red Line
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Soup of the Day
- Cup$5.00
- Bowl$8.00
Steamed Pei Mussels$14.00
Meunière or Provencal Style
Portobello Mushroom and Blue Cheese Ravioli$14.00
with Truffle Demi-Glace (Vegetarian upon Request)
Crispy Empanadas and Chipotle Dipping Sauce$12.00
Smoked Trout Spring Rolls$13.00
with Spicy Slaw, Hoisin and Peanut Sauces
Tuna & Avocado Tartar$16.00
Crispy Wontons and Seaweed Salad
Wasabi Crusted Oysters$12.00
with Asian Cucumber Relish and Soy Dipping Sauce
Antipasto Board$16.00
Meats, Cheeses & Chicken Pate with Grilled Baguette
Wedge Salad$12.00
with Blue Cheese Crumbles, Tomato, Red Onion, Bacon and Blue Cheese Dressing
Classic Caesar Salad$10.00
with Parmesan Cheese and Baked Croutons
Duck Confit Salad$14.00
with Blue Cheese, Apples, Crispy Potato Chips and Port Wine Vinaigrette
Fennel and Arugula Salad$10.00
with Ricotta Cheese and Lemon Oil Vinaigrette
Roasted Beet, Goat Cheese and Mesclun Salad$13.00
with Julienne Apples, Candied Walnuts, Balsamic Vinaigrette and Port Reduction Drizzle

Fish

Daily Fresh Catch$28.00
with a Mélange of Shrimp, Asparagus, Potatoes, Mushrooms, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Spinach and Lemon Butter Sauce
Atlantic Bouillabaisse$28.00
with Saffron and Red Pepper Aioli Crostini
Pan Seared Sea Scallops$29.00
with Wild Mushroom Risotto and Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
Sautéed Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$38.00
with Bacon Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Corn Hash and Sweet Corn Sauce.
Pan Seared Salmon$28.00
with Sautéed Artichokes and Exotic Mushrooms, Pesto Risotto and Ginger Lime Butter Sauce
Black and White Sesame Crusted Seared Tuna$30.00
with Roasted Red Pepper, Snow Pea, Bean Sprout and Red Onion Couscous and Sweet Chili Sauce

Meat

Braised Short Ribs$29.00
with Creamy Polenta, Spinach, Crispy Onion Strings and Balsamic Demi-Glace
Oven Roasted Chicken$24.00
with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Sautéed Broccoli and House Made Gravy
Pan Seared Duck Breast$28.00
with Arugula, Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash and Ginger Citrus Reduction
Filet Mignon$34.00
with Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Spinach, Crispy Onion Strings and Red Wine Demi-Glace
Pecan Crusted Barbecued Rack of Lamb$37.00
with Mustard Potato Gratin, Spinach and Horseradish Demi-Glace

What 2,542 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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AlejandroS
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
We really love this place, the food is excellent, waiters and staff are professional and very kind at all times.
d
dcyum
Washington DC
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
food, service, ambiance all great!
B
Breeda
Chicago
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, excellent service, lovely setting.
KY
KitY
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience2
Persimmon is our neighborhood go-to, offering smiling co-owner Stephanie at the front and a genuinely welcoming staff, consistently great comfort food at lower prices than elsewhere. The tuna tartare with avocado and wonton crackers is to die for! As is the lobster roll, when on the menu. Cocktails are fab; we love the gin gimlet made with fresh lime juice. Lots of regulars. The only reason we downgraded the usual pleasant ambiance was because we were sitting near a quartet of drunken people at the bar. First time ever that happened.
RS
RoslynS
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was excellent!
K
Kazf
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always a favorite. And everyone, every single staff , treat you as if they’ve known you for years.
R
Reds
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always wonderful!
F
Frenchfrylover
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
I was celebrating a big birthday. We are at a few other local places over the weekend. We voted this the best food. It is a lively atmosphere and not fancy. But if you want delicious, hot food, then this is your place.
KA
KathleenA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice neighborhood spot with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoyed the food.
S
Sandking
Washington DC
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
This was our first visit to Persimmon in a few years and it is just as charming as ever. My wife ordered the lobster roll and I the daily catch (Branzini) --which was a bit dry--with a delicious mélange of veggies and shrimp. The lobster was good, not as tasty as we remembered. We both enjoyed are beverages (wine and beer) and were happy to have visited this gem of a restaurant in Bethesda.
RV
RobV
Washington DC
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
As always, a pleasant, great meal. We have our “go to” favorites, but always have a hard decision when it’s just the two of us.
LP
LPG1
Washington DC
277 reviews
vip
5.0
277 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfectly cooked duck and great service as always.
EB
EleanorB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Crab cakes were fabulous along with the mashed potatoes and corn. My cousin loved his fish. His soup and my Caesar Salad were mediocre. Excellent service and love the ambiance and the location. Will go back.
DC
DeborahC
Washington DC
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service are exceptional. The staff is so friendly. It never disappoints!
P
Pacha
Washington DC
35 reviews
vip
4.0
35 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
This is one of my favorite restaurants. Everything about it is terrific: food, service, ambiance, pricing is even fair. I try to go every 4/6 weeks and I live downtown!!
C
Cranberries
Washington DC
84 reviews
vip
5.0
84 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service, food very well prepared and presented.
q
quincy57
Philadelphia
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely dinner and service. The scallops and chicken entrees were excellent. The passion fruit martini is also a winner
MP
MissyP
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
New Years Eve
DY
DebY
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tried this restaurant for NY's Eve. The owners were attentive, the staff was professional and the food was delicious. We'll be back.
JM
JohnM
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Excellent meal on all counts. Mussels were very fresh, braised short ribs, rack of lamb, Branzino were all top notch. Waiter was a pro and the owner, Stephanie was gracious, friendly, and hospitable. We definitely will return! Cocktails were spot on too!
JN
JohnN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great, fine, wonderful, we will be back.....
KG
KrisG
Minneapolis
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service from knowledgeable and friendly wait staff. Amazing consistent food with delicious flavors. Many choices ( we love the scallops and the short ribs and a fun selections of appetizers ) This is the best food in Bethesda.
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abcparalegal
Washington DC
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Persimmon is always great! The food is consistently delicious, the service is always great-not one negative!
DS
DSH1
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food quality, temperature, and service. Outstanding as always.
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Lover2eat
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was delicious, our waiter was attentive while we ordered and received our food and left us alone to chat afterwards. We did not feel rushed. The maitre de, had no personality, so did not feel welcomed at first, but the waiter made up for it. While parking behind the restaurant was very convenient, there was no information on website that indicated you needed a parking app. It took us 15min to figure it all out.
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Drummeral
Washington DC
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Exceptional food. Best in Bethesda. Fair pricing. Attentive service. Almost always full.... Book ahead. Terrific all the way around, great small venue.
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Foodie125
Washington DC
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice atmosphere, can be loud if you eat in the main dining room. The booths and bar are a bit quieter. The staff is amazing so attentive and just a great little bistro in bethesda.
SP
StevenP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Persimmon was excellent, as always. Great food, very good value.
B
Bridgette
Washington DC
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, had a great dining experience at Persimmon. Service was excellent and the food delicious. Two of us had the spare ribs and the other two the ahi tuna. Yum! Finished with coffee, which was good too!
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Stan
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s my favorite place to dine with my friends - food is outstanding , wonderful wine selection, relaxed atmosphere and incredibly attentive service.
DD
DearDivorceCoach
Washington DC
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Persimmon is the perfect neighborhood bistro with top quality food and service. With a reservation, we were given the premium window table and felt connected to both the warm inside vibe of the restaurant and pedestrians outside too. The empanadas were delightful--crispy, filled with beef and the dipping sauce is excellent too. The crab cakes and spinach accompanied by mashed potatoes was good too. The roasted chicken is also excellent. The star of the show was the mushroom risotto which was, hands down, the best we've ever had. A simple dish but a hard one to get just right. We appreciate the attention to delicious cocktails, variety of wines and beer too. It's a great place to sit at the bar or a table and enjoy excellent food at a fair price accompanied by consideration and service that isn't rushed!
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Frequentdiner
Washington DC
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had the tuna entree with couscous, great seasoning and flavor. It was so delicious and, although the dish was a good size and filling, I couldn't stop eating and I usually take part of my entree home but I ate every morsel. I also had the empanada ( large ones) came as an appetizer, split with my friend. It was wonderful too. My friend had the catch of the day which she thoroughly enjoyed. So much good food to choose among. Our server couldn't have been better, very helpful, welcoming and generously helped me with coins for parking from elsewhere. Restaurant doesn't have coins. There is lots of convenient public parking behind Persimmon but it requires a local App ( which I didn't have) or coins. At 6 :30 parking opens out front on the street.
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Luvyoga11
Washington DC
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What can I say?! This is my favorite restaurant. I came on my birthday to have my all time favorite dishes. Goat cheese walnut and apple arugula salad and the seared tuna. Topping it off with the best profiteroles that I’ve ever had. Service impeccable. Of course I will be back!!
CW
CarltonW
Washington DC
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is absolutely fantastic!!!
NG
NormanG
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Good good and excellent service.
E
Ellen
Washington DC
169 reviews
vip
5.0
169 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great return. Wasn’t there since COVID. Wonderful experience.
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valueman
Washington DC
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Short ribs are AWESOME ! The char is great with a nice red wine
AR
AlvinR
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent restaurant all around! Simple, non-assuming place yet great food and relaxing ambiance
i
itsmyturnnow
Washington DC
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a lovely dining experience at Persimmon--unpretentious--and with fine food and drink. Not trendy for those who care but there's a reason it's often fully booked.
B
Bridgette
Washington DC
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My scallops and my partner’s steak were both tender and juicy. The sides of mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach were delicious too. We sat in a booth for a 5:30 reservation so it was as nice and quiet. Service was very professional. Persimmon has been a consistently great go to for me.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Persimmon offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 654-9860.

Persimmon is rated 4.8 stars by 2542 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(301) 654-9860

7003 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda, MD 20815

Additional information

Cross street
Leland & Walsh Sts.
Neighborhood
Bethesda / Chevy Chase
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Metered public parking lot conveniently located behind the restaurant <br />***parking lot is free on Saturday and Sunday***
Public transit
Bethesda Metro on Red Line
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Damian Salvatore
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.persimmonrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(301) 654-9860
Catering
Persimmon can accommodate specialized catering needs.
Private party facilities
Persimmon can accommodate reservations for large parties and offers additional options for private and semi-private dining events.
Private party contact
Megan Solomon - Megan@persimmonrestaurant.com: (301) 654-9860

Persimmon

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

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Fennel and Arugula Salad

Atlantic Bouillabaisse

Wedge Salad

Starters

Soup of the Day

Steamed Pei Mussels$14.00

Portobello Mushroom and Blue Cheese Ravioli$14.00

Crispy Empanadas and Chipotle Dipping Sauce$12.00

Smoked Trout Spring Rolls$13.00

Tuna & Avocado Tartar$16.00

Wasabi Crusted Oysters$12.00

Antipasto Board$16.00

Wedge Salad$12.00

Classic Caesar Salad$10.00

Duck Confit Salad$14.00

Fennel and Arugula Salad$10.00

Roasted Beet, Goat Cheese and Mesclun Salad$13.00

Fish

Daily Fresh Catch$28.00

Atlantic Bouillabaisse$28.00

Pan Seared Sea Scallops$29.00

Sautéed Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$38.00

Pan Seared Salmon$28.00

Black and White Sesame Crusted Seared Tuna$30.00

Meat

Braised Short Ribs$29.00

Oven Roasted Chicken$24.00

Pan Seared Duck Breast$28.00

Filet Mignon$34.00

Pecan Crusted Barbecued Rack of Lamb$37.00

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