Parthenon Greek Restaurant & Chevy Chase Lounge | Best spot in DC
$$ • Greek, Lounges, Pet Friendly Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Parthenon Greek Restaurant & Chevy Chase Lounge | Best spot in DC
Customers' Favorites
Feta and Spinach Stuffed Flounder
Lamb and Chicken Souvlaki
Greek Stuffed Flounder
Manitaria Gemista
Saganaki Flambe
Galaktoboureko
Broiled Octopus
Combination
Spanakopita
Greek Salad
Recent Reviews
276 ratings
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Our favorite restaurant! ❤
Enjoyed a very good dinner at the Parthenon last night. It was quite busy. For appetizers we had a lovely hummus platter with beautifully warmed pita bread a accompanied by freshly cut cucumber slices and tomatoes; warm Shrimp Saganaki that is served in a light fragrant tomato sauce with feta and a generous portion of grilled swordfish with lemon potatoes and mixed vegetables. We also relished the Greek white wine from Santorini-- it was great! Eduardo was our server; he was...read full review
Enjoyed a drink and appetizer sitting outside.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
Parthenon Greek Restaurant & Chevy Chase Lounge is a highly praised spot in Washington, DC, known for its authentic Greek cuisine and warm, inviting atmosphere. Visitors consistently highlight the high quality and flavorful dishes, including traditional favorites like lamb, swordfish, chicken, and dolmades, all cooked to perfection. The restaurant offers a variety of appetizers such as hummus with warmed pita, shrimp Saganaki in a fragrant tomato sauce with feta, and a selection of dips, eggplant, calamari, and horataki salad, which guests find excellent. Special dishes like mageiritsa, a traditional Greek Easter soup, are also available and highly appreciated, especially by those missing home traditions. The portions are generous, and the ingredients taste fresh and authentic.
The staff, including attentive servers, contribute to a friendly and helpful service experience, making diners feel welcomed and cared for. Many reviews mention the relaxed, classic environment, ideal for both casual dinners and larger gatherings, like parties of 10. The restaurant also offers a notable Greek white wine from Santorini and lemon grilled potatoes, which are particularly recommended. Even when closing time approaches, the staff remains accommodating. Though prices are on the higher side, the quality, authenticity, and tradition make it a top choice for Greek food in the area. Overall, Parthenon Greek Restaurant & Chevy Chase Lounge is celebrated as a top Greek restaurant that maintains high standards and a loyal following.