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1. Julii
4.7
Exceptional(2411)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • North Bethesda
Booked 23 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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2. Summer House - North Bethesda
4.6
Exceptional(3501)
Price: Moderate
• American • North Bethesda
Booked 35 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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3. Melina
4.8
Exceptional(1401)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • North Bethesda
Booked 31 times today
Melina is a fun restaurant with an exciting twist on Greek cuisine. Reviewers rave about its 'inventive and novel flavors' and 'creative cocktails'. The ambiance is described as 'stimulating', with one reviewer comparing it to a 'European lounge'. Another reviewer mentions the 'scrumptious food' and 'superb and unusual cocktails'. It's clear that Melina offers a unique and enjoyable dining experience.
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4. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose
4.5
Awesome(673)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Bethesda
Booked 24 times today
Caruso's Grocery in Pike and Rose is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: nostalgic photos on the walls , a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.
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5. Benihana - Bethesda, MD
4.3
Awesome(2613)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Bethesda
Booked 66 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.
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6. Medium Rare - Bethesda
4.6
Exceptional(1435)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Bethesda
Booked 14 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.
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7. Barrel & Crow
4.5
Awesome(1635)
Price: Moderate
• American • Bethesda
Booked 7 times today
Barrel and Crow: A Contemporary Approach to Regional cuisine. Our Chef-driven restaurant relies solely on locally sourced produce and proteins. We utilizes these seasonal ingredients in preparing refined yet familiar comfort food. House made pastas and charcuterie offered every evening. Chef is always anxious to modify menu items to fit any dietary restrictions. Gluten, Vegetarian, Vegan and Dairy allergies are no problem. Pastry Chef Justin Roche dessert menu offers guests a selection of traditional desserts with a contemporary twist. Eclectic wine list which focuses on small production, boutique wines. A selection of 48 bourbons, extensive beer list with offerings from the top breweries in the Mid-Atlantic region. Full bar, seasonal cocktail menu and a wide selection of small batch spirits. Bottomless Mimosas are offered Saturday and Sunday Brunch. Owner-Laura Houlihan
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8. The Salt Line - Bethesda
4.5
Awesome(601)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Bethesda
Booked 24 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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9. Fogo de Chao - Bethesda
4.3
Awesome(1747)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • North Bethesda
Booked 141 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
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10. The Breakfast Club
4.2
Awesome(532)
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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  • Laura
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    It was Christmas, so it was packed. But the service and food quality was great! It has improved a lot since the last time we were there 2 years ago. Prices went up, but for a special occasion, it was worth it.
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    Benihana - Bethesda, MDPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Bethesda
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    4.3
  • Amy
    Greater Taipei Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Had Christmas Eve dinner with my mom here, the server is very friendly and nice! And the food is delicious! Merry Christmas🎄!
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    Summer House - North BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• North Bethesda
    •
    4.6
  • Simone
    Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Delicious meal and attentive (but not overbearing!) service. Food was great and it was a lovely atmosphere. Would return for another nice meal!
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    MelinaPrice: Expensive• Greek• North Bethesda
    •
    4.8
  • Jane
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had a wonderful evening tonight at Julii. We ordered burrata, French onion soup, Alsatian tart and scallop crudo for appetizers. For mains we had the trout and the scallop risotto. Everything was excellent. The ambience was lovely, service was perfect - very attentive without being overbearing. Burrata is hard to mess up so of course that was great. The tart while good didn’t live up to the hype. It was still very enjoyable! It’s not so much of a tart as it truly is more of a flatbread pizza, but still very good. The trout was tasty and the scallop risotto was very nice. For me, the stand out dish was the scallop crudo -very bright and refreshing flavors. We had a great time and I would definitely come back again!
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    JuliiPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• North Bethesda
    •
    4.7
  • OpenTable Diner
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 18, 2024
    We have come here a few times now and our favorite is the chicken Parmesan with vodka sauce and the linguine with white wine clam sauce. This is quickly becoming one of our favorites at Pike and Rose and we love to celebrate special occasions here. Exceptional service and lovely staff.
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    Caruso's Grocery - Pike & RosePrice: Expensive• Italian• North Bethesda
    •
    4.5

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