Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Germantown

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodPizzeriaFondue

Regions

Maryland - DC Suburbs

Neighborhoods

GaithersburgOlneyRockville

Top Rated

CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for fine wines

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

7 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Gaithersburg restaurant

1. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Gaithersburg

4.5

Awesome(2170)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Gaithersburg

Booked 24 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

2. Tower Oaks Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(10306)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 76 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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3. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Rockville

4.7

Exceptional(4049)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 47 times today

Stanford Grill - Rockville is a go-to spot for special occasions. Reviewers rave about its 'nice ambience', 'great food', and 'good service'. It's a perfect place for 'celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasion'. The restaurant's 'pleasant dining environment' and 'relaxing decor' make it a top choice for 'date night' or 'wedding anniversary'. It's the perfect place to 'impress' with its 'top-notch' dishes and 'exceptional customer service'.

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4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Gaithersburg

4.7

Exceptional(1749)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gaithersburg

Booked 23 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House was founded in New Orleans, Louisiana by Ruth Fertel, a single mother of two who wanted a better life for herself and her two sons. She purchased "Chris" steakhouse in New Orleans which had been operated for the 38 years prior. She changed the name to Ruth's Chris when a fire forced her to move from the original location. Today, there are 142 Ruth’s Chris Steak House restaurants across the globe. We look forward to our opening in Gaithersburg, MD.

5. Fontina Grille

4.8

Exceptional(1777)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rockville

Booked 16 times today

Fontina Grille, in the King Farm, offers the best of the best when it comes to oven-fired pizzas, fresh fish, gourmet pastas, bountiful salads and sandwiches. The granite bar divides two dining areas. To the left, a full service carry out counter offering everything from pizza and pasta, to ribeye steak and Lavazza coffee and cappuccino. To the right, the casual but elegant dining area can seat about 125 people, with a back area for semi-private parties and corporate events. Fontina Grille also offers private and corporate catering, with a variety of options to suit any budget.

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6. Fallen Oak Distilling

4.7

Exceptional(51)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Distillery • Olney

Booked 5 times today

*Please be aware that all guests of Fallen Oak must be at least 21 years of age*A ground-to-glass small-batch distillery located in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. We offer full service dining, a locally-driven food menu, craft cocktails made exclusively with Fallen Oak spirits, and several Lone Oak draft beers. We have three seating areas that are uniquely different - the Lawn/Patio, Tasting Room, and Montgomery County's only Speakeasy. All online reservations are for our Speakeasy (shhhh, don’t tell anyone!). We also accept walk-ins for the Speakeasy and the other seating areas. We are closed Mondays & Tuesdays. The Lawn/Patio & Tasting room open at 3pm during the week and noon on the weekends. The Speakeasy opens at 4pm during the week and 3pm on the weekends. Please call Fallen Oak directly to book any group larger than 8. We also have have several event spaces that can be rented upon request for larger/private events.

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7. The Melting Pot - Gaithersburg

4.2

Awesome(2069)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Gaithersburg

Booked 16 times today

The Melting Pot in Gaithersburg is a unique dining experience that's perfect for special occasions. With its relaxed atmosphere, private tables, and fabulous four-course fondue dinners, it's ideal for everything from romantic dates to family celebrations and get-togethers with friends. Reviewers praise it for its great service, amazing food, and memorable atmosphere. As one reviewer put it, 'It's such a unique dining experience.' So, if you're looking for something fun and different, The Melting Pot is the place to be!

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5.0
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5.0
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RobertVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •36 reviews
5.0
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Cliff is the best. Great food and outstanding service.
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Tower Oaks LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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4.7
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Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service e and environment Food very good
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The HamiltonPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.7
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Dr LarrieVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •72 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
This restaurant has been consistently very good in our times these. Their salads are frsh and delicious and the sirloin was perfect. Emily was a wonderful wait staff
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - GaithersburgPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Gaithersburg
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4.5

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