Persimmon

4.8

2917 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Nov 26, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Persimmon is a beloved neighborhood bistro offering up unforgettable favorites!

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 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.

Location
7003 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda, MD 20815
Neighborhood
Bethesda
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

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 2,917 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
American
Maryland - DC Suburbs
Best Overall
Maryland - DC Suburbs
Best Food
Maryland - DC Suburbs
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Persimmon is a cherished neighborhood gem in Bethesda, offering "excellent food" and "outstanding service." Its varied menu, ideal for diverse palates, ensures a delightful dining experience. Guests appreciate the "friendly atmosphere" and "reasonable pricing." Although noise levels can rise, the restaurant's charm and "consistently delicious" cuisine make it a must-visit.

2,917 Reviews

M
Michael
Washington DC
154 reviews
vip
5.0
154 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Persimmon continues to be one of our go-to restaurants whenever we are in the mood to drive into Bethesda. It consistently produces excellent dinners. On our recent visit the four of us had two bouillabaisse dinners, the roast duck breast and the roast chicken. al. were excellent. We diminished things off by sharing the profiteroles. Great service. Just a terrific place.
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Kate
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Love this place! They always make me feel so welcome and taken care of. Delicious, consistent food. Bravo!
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Gary
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was truly Outstanding service and food. Great experience.
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Seth
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
first time there for lunch. rainbow trout was excellent. service phenomenal.
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Susan
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service. Only negative is it’s a little loud at peak time on Sat night. And we had a table of 6 so it was a little hard to hear each other. Otherwise, excellent!
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melissa
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Persimmon is consistently delicious with great waitstaff. There’s always a hustle bustle the food is wonderful
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Jeffrey
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Persimmon is our favorite restaurant in Bethesda. The owners are always at the scene to make sure everything runs smoothly. All of the appetizers are great. My favorite at the moment is the salmon and avocado tartare but don’t sleep on the fried oysters, smoked trout spring rolls or any of the salads. If you like duck, the duck entree here is absolutely fantastic and a great value at $28 (as of this writing). And anything you order in the fish side will be a winner. Last night I really enjoyed the scallops with mushroom risotto. You owe it to yourself to check this place out.
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Bruce
Washington DC
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent lunch and no rushing by the staff - great value
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Joanna
Washington DC
87 reviews
vip
5.0
87 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a nice lunch out with a friend. It wasn't too noisy, enjoyed the food, service was excellent. Will be back.
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Nadine
New York City
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
First impression, it was incredibly noisy. I probably wouldn't go there again for that reason. Servers were very nice but seemed a bit overwhelmed. We shared a delicious duck confit salad and then a filet. Tge spinach was very bitter.
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FAQs

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

Persimmon is rated 4.8 stars by 2917 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

7003 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda, MD 20815

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Leland & Walsh Sts.
Neighborhood
Bethesda
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
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.

Persimmon

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Make a reservation

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Dining areas

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