Best Date Night Restaurants in Chevy Chase

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonBaileys CrossroadsBethesdaBrookland / Brentwood

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

365 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Salt Line - Bethesda restaurant

1. The Salt Line - Bethesda

4.5

Awesome(645)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bethesda

Booked 52 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.

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2. Black's Bar & Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(3410)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Bethesda

Booked 26 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.

A photo of Morton's The Steakhouse - Bethesda restaurant

3. Morton's The Steakhouse - Bethesda

4.6

Exceptional(2140)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Bethesda

Booked 17 times today

What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.

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4. Mon Ami Gabi - Bethesda

4.3

Awesome(7368)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Bethesda

Booked 162 times today

Mon Ami Gabi will reopen on Monday, March 17 offering weekday lunch, weekday happy hour, weekend brunch, and dinner served daily. Enjoy authentic French dishes prepared with a modern twist. From our Steak Frites and famous Roast Chicken a la Grand-Mère to our extensive wine list and artisanal cocktail program, every visit promises a taste of Paris. Welcome to Mon Ami Gabi.

5. PLANTA, Bethesda

4.5

Awesome(144)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vegan • Bethesda

Booked 5 times today

Under Chef David Lee, PLANTA is dining as it should be- an un-guilty pleasure. Created in 2016, PLANTA is a celebration of delicious and innovative plant-based cuisine served in a beautifully designed space, without pretension and with an overflow of good vibes. PLANTA Bethesda offers signatures like Ahi Watermelon Nigiri and Bang Bang Broccoli while expanding on the plant-powered menu, offering even more in the way of Sushi, Pizza, sustainably-crafted cocktails, and more. PLANTA reimagines and reinvents plant-based dining, providing flavorful (and fun) proof the the power of plants can change the world.For Parties larger the 8, please contact hellobethesda@plantahq.comGETTING HERE: The closest private garage is just next to restaurant and can be entered from ELM Street. We are also a 5 minute walk from Bethesda Metro (Red Line)

A photo of Corella Café & Lounge restaurant

6. Corella Café & Lounge

4.5

Awesome(34)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Bethesda

Booked 3 times today

Corella Café and Lounge features an all-day café experience with a focus on gourmet coffee, fresh pastries and made to order breakfast entrees. At lunch, Corella offers a unique rotisserie experience consisting of made to order salads and sandwiches with fast grab and go service as well as sit down dinning in our amazing open restaurant concept. In the evening, the lounge offers signature cocktails, local craft beers and carefully curated wines in our one of kind space. Enjoy small plates, flatbreads and entrees inside in or outside on our patio. Located in the heart of Downtown Bethesda Corella Café and Lounge offers customers a crafted and inspired dining experience. Take out dinning coming soon to Corella Café and Lounge.

7. Tikka Masala

4.5

Awesome(47)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Bethesda

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Tikka Masala, an Indian Cuisine Restaurant located in Bethesda. Maryland. Dishes are prepared by our Indian chefs in a hygienic manner with fresh ingredients. A place where a comfortable, relaxing environment provided to our customers.

8. LIA'S

4.6

Exceptional(4506)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Chevy Chase

Booked 25 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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9. Benihana - Bethesda, MD

4.1

Excellent(2666)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Bethesda

Booked 33 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.'

10. On St Elmo

4.6

Exceptional(28)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Bethesda

Booked 9 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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tyrese
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
My favorite steakhouse! I celebrated my birthday dinner here and the experience was overall nice per usual! The wait time for the food could’ve been better but everyone enjoyed their meal i love Morton’s best place to eat!
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Morton's The Steakhouse - BethesdaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Bethesda
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4.6
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Barbara
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
Delicious meal in a comfortable environment with great staff
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Black's Bar & KitchenPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Bethesda
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4.7
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Scott
Washington, D.C. Area •18 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
Nice cafe with good service, excellent cocktails, and a good range of food options. Seating was barely comfortable for dining (it's really a cocktail bar with slightly lower tables and chairs than a traditional restaurant, at least where we were seated for our 5:30pm dinner reservation. It was just too loud. Perhaps if they had seated us more than 10' from the bar it would have been better. We'd still come back but ask for a quieter table if that is an option.
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Corella Café & LoungePrice: Moderate• Spanish• Bethesda
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4.5
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KeithVIP
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 23, 2025
Lunch during Bethesda restaurant was delicious , substantial and a steal for the set lunch. We will definitely return
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PLANTA, BethesdaPrice: Expensive• Vegan• Bethesda
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4.5
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Jean
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 26, 2025
Food, service and ambiance was great. Family enjoyed the variety of choices, from vegetarian to meat dishes
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Tikka MasalaPrice: Moderate• Indian• Bethesda
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4.5

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