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Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda

4.1 (1212)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
10400 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Kid-friendly
Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar offers a menu inspired by American cuisine. Its menu is stylish, contemporary and includes fresh oysters, gourmet pizzas, rice bowls and a variety of burgers. During a daily Happy Hour at Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar, diners can also enjoy both drink and appetizer specials.

Along with an array of beers, its menu includes wines and a wide selection of specialty cocktails. You'll further enjoy a casual and pub like experience at Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar. Its décor includes an open kitchen, bench seating and a separate bar area with mounted flat screen televisions all around for watching sporting events.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Global, International
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jason Orberg
  • Private party facilities
    We've hosted private parties and semi-private events of all types for the Bethesda community! From engagement and retirement parties to birthdays and business happy hours, we do it all. Call us at 240-316-4555 to discuss options for your group.
  • Neighborhood
    North Bethesda
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,212 people are saying

Not Your Average Joe's 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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Not Your Average Joe's in Bethesda offers "great service" and a "fun atmosphere," perfect for an evening out with friends. The menu boasts "delicious" options like tuna appetizers and rosemary skewered scallops. While some found the food average, the "friendly and attentive" staff make it a welcoming spot.

1,212 Reviews
  1. Rachel VIP

    Washington DC27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I need to come here more often. Great atmosphere and Shay is such a great server. He recalled me from last time.

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  2. Robert VIP

    Washington DC4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Better for after work drink than dinner. Entree items are very average.

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  3. Marcy

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great tuna appetizer! The waitress was amazing and made the lunch very fun.

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  4. Tab

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was great. Food was good but not hot. Portions felt smaller. It was super busy due to Mother’s Day.

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  5. Michael VIP

    Washington DC4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Way overpriced for what it is. Tables super crammed, waiters hard to track down, and food just okay. Won’t be returning.
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on May 12, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate hearing from our guests. We'll use your feedback to improve for next time.

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  6. Andreea VIP

    Washington DC16 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We came to the restaurant this morning to celebrate Mother’s Day. The food was terrible all around. We had to send it back because it was cold, including the bread, which was not just cold, but also seemed old. The food ultimately came out and was bland particularly, the pancakes. The service was average as best. Not sure we’ll be back, which is very disappointing. 
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on May 12, 2025
    Thank you for the review. This feedback is helpful. We are working hard on great food and service, hope you give us another try soon to see our focus.

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  7. Jacob VIP

    Washington DC16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a good time here! Very comfortable weeknight dinner, good value, lots of options
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on May 12, 2025
    Awesome review! We will be sharing with the entire team. We hope to see you again very soon.

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  8. grace VIP

    Washington DC48 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Management was described as tweeky by the wait staff.. that is not a good indication in the hospitality industry. Staff doesn't feel supported by management which is very sad. I don't think this restaurant is going to make it for long. We were here to celebrate my daughter's birthday, and the waiter stated that he couldn't do a comp for dessert because the manager was tweaky. We will not return in the future. Food was also mediocre; the jambalaya tasted like seafood in tomato sauce. The Korean bbq tender app was the best dish overall.

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  9. LAWRENCE

    Washington DC5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Not trying to appear miserly, but your famous focaccia and olive oil dip was not offered or served. Do you have to request it explicitly? If so, that's not a good practice.
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on April 15, 2025
    Bread should have been offered. We will share with team.

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  10. Brenda VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot!!! Good good, great service! Will definitely be back 🎉
    Not Your Average Joe's BethesdaResponded on April 6, 2025
    Awesome review! We will be sharing with the entire team. We hope to see you again very soon.

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FAQs

Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (240) 316-4555.

Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda is rated 4.1 stars by 1212 OpenTable diners.

Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. Maryland - DC Suburbs
  5. North Bethesda

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Not Your Average Joe's Bethesda

10400 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    North Bethesda
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jason Orberg
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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