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1. Melina
4.7
Exceptional(1464)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • North Bethesda
Booked 45 times today
Melina is a fantastic spot for date night. Reviewers praise it as a perfect place for celebrations, anniversaries, and even birthdays. The fresh and quality Greek cuisine, along with its beautiful decor and attentive service, make for a memorable dining experience. One reviewer said, 'Fantastic scenery and an overall excellent experience.' Another added, 'Great atmosphere. Wonderful cuisine. Excellent service.' So, if you're looking for a romantic and delicious dinner, Melina is a great choice.
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2. Julii
4.8
Exceptional(2461)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • North Bethesda
Booked 39 times today
Julii, French Mediterranean Cuisine; by the founders of Cava Mezze, and Cava. Come enjoy an elevated dining experience, bringing you delicious yet beautiful cocktails and dishes and top-notch service.Currently offering indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery service.
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3. Summer House - North Bethesda
4.6
Exceptional(3540)
Price: Moderate
• American • North Bethesda
Booked 84 times today
Located in the heart of the Pike and Rose neighborhood in North Bethesda, MD, Summer House is the place where summer never ends. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Rosé is poured all day, alongside an extensive wine and handcrafted cocktail list. Reserve your table today for a bright and airy dining experience no matter the weather. For parties of 9 or more, email summermdparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.
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4. LIA'S
4.6
Exceptional(4498)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Chevy Chase
Booked 29 times today
Sister to Chef Geoff’s, Lia’s is an Italian-ish neighborhood gem featuring housemade pasta, handcrafted using old world technique, with a modern twist, alongside a broad and delicious selection of steak, seafood, salad and pizza. We offer seasonal plates served by our welcoming service staff. Whether enjoying our large lounge area, the best outdoor patio in Chevy Chase, or our intimate dining room, we offer the perfect setting for a romantic date, casual meet up or dinner with the family.
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5. Benihana - Bethesda, MD
4.1
Excellent(2649)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Bethesda
Booked 49 times today
Benihana in Bethesda is a perfect spot for a date night. Reviewers frequently mention celebrating special occasions and birthdays there. The unique dining experience with personal chefs preparing food in front of you, combined with the great food and service, creates a memorable evening. As one reviewer put it, 'It's a great experience.'
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6. The Salt Line - Bethesda
4.5
Awesome(627)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Bethesda
Booked 43 times today
The Salt Line, the popular DC homage to New England’s iconic fish and oyster houses, brings a third location to Bethesda Row. New England meets the Chesapeake at this beauty of a restaurant with lots of comfy booth seating and an inviting u shaped bar and lounge area. Menu features all the classics and raw bar guests have come to love from the original The Salt Line plus some delicious new surprises from award winning The Salt Line Chef Kyle Bailey and Bethesda Executive Chef Eric McKamey.
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7. The Breakfast Club
4.2
Awesome(562)
Price: Expensive
• American • Silver Spring
Booked 24 times today
The Breakfast Club, an all-day breakfast and brunch restaurant. The Breakfast Club is centered around the theme of the 1920’s, timelessness, and Art Deco. We are an upscale restaurant with a polished dining experience, we pride ourselves on giving our customers great service. The Breakfast Club | Eat Local | Eat in Style
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8. Tower Oaks Lodge
4.7
Exceptional(10288)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rockville
Booked 88 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.
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9. On St Elmo
4.6
Exceptional(21)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Bethesda
Booked 8 times today
On St. Elmo, a vibrant fusion of restaurant, lounge, and entertainment venue. Located at 4915 St. Elmo Avenue in the heart of Downtown Bethesda, this vibrant space will showcase American coastal, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine amidst an atmosphere brimming with creativity and flair.
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10. Black's Bar & Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(3412)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Bethesda
Booked 18 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.
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  • MartinVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    As always, the food is terrific. The decor and rooms are beautiful. The service is outstanding.
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    Tower Oaks LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
    •
    4.7
  • Trinea
    Baltimore / Maryland •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Awesome service despite not sitting in front of the chef (our choice )
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    Benihana - Bethesda, MDPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Bethesda
    •
    4.1
  • DebraVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    On our first visit to this restaurant, our party of four enjoyed it immensely! The food was amazing. The salads in particular were substantial and delicious! Service was excellent. Noise level was lower than most restaurants and we all felt we got excellent value. We will return!
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    MelinaPrice: Expensive• Greek• North Bethesda
    •
    4.7
  • Zachary
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our server Kyle was great. He made us feel welcomed and accommodated.
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    Summer House - North BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• North Bethesda
    •
    4.6
  • Lawrence
    Virginia •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Julii is a real gem! The interior is wonderful with much natural lighting. The music was mostly jazz and very relaxing. Not too loud. I started with the Alsacian tartine. The portion was generous and the cheese and fruit (apple?) went well together. Delicious. For my entree, I ordered the lamb tajine and it was delicious with many layers of flavor: apricots, couscous, pine nuts, goat cheese, succulent lamb. The portion was generous and I had to bring some of it home. Our server, Grace, was wonderful. She checked on us at least a couple of times. Service was fast and courteous. I’ll be back to try more of the items on the menu! Overall, my experience was very positive.
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    JuliiPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• North Bethesda
    •
    4.8

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