27 Best American Restaurants in Bethesda

“A highly enjoyable meal. The menu was as we remembered from past visits and we visit revisited some old favorites as well as trying the daily special. Always excellent. The waiter and other staff were highly attentive. We will definitely return again.“

“Chris was an awesome server.
He really know how to make us feel special as he serves us our awesome food!
We will definitely come back here, not just for the food but also for the experience…

Keep it up!“

“Hello Sir, I accept your proposal.“

“I’ve lived in the DMV for 13 years and take visitors here. They love it. Not many greasy spoons this good still around and no greasy spoons with this atmosphere. Great staff and lots of regulars. If you’re in the area for lunch, grab a cheesesteak.“

“I had the local strawberry and watermelon salad and it was the most original and delicious thing I've eaten all summer. Combines sweet and juicy with crunchy and savory, with a great house-made dressing. I wish I'd tried this place sooner.“

“Mother’s Day celebration with family was especially great because of the amazing atmosphere and awesome service at Barrel and Crow. It was our first time visiting this establishment and certainly will not be our last. Shout out to the owner and her staff.“

“The grilled chicken sandwich with guacamole comes with french fries. It was delicious.“

“Yep:P it was very good the food the ppl and the reset urs for“

“Great dogs and beer selection. Cheese fries were also delicious. Would recommend to try this spot if in Bethesda, MD.“

“The food here is sooooooo good. The best food on base in my opinion. (But the galley is pretty awesome and way cheaper). You pay a bit more here but the quality is great. They also do private event catering. (just don't get the cake, it's meh). The only downside and I wish I could give 4.5 stars is the fact that all of their iced tea is by default sweet tea. Pretty ableist for a restaurant that caters to wounded warriors.“

“Food and service was excellent. There was a large group that was so loud that it was destroying other people's peace. No one said anything but you could see people get up and leave and others not enter. There was plenty of open tables. Hearing our own conversation wasn't really possible.“

“Owner is a super great guy! We were visiting the metro area and ate twice on our stay. The bacon cheeseburger eggrolls are superior! Everything else we had was great as well!“

“Cafe X is by far our favorite breakfast spot. The food is incredible and the staff are absolutely lovely. It used to be a weekly tradition until we moved a few states away. When visiting, we always make it a priority to stop by! Don’t skip out on this gem!“

“The food is as good as home, but better than the home. Isn’t it the highest compliment for a restaurant? The scores on Mira on the phone for me and my kids are all high. Shout out to the app hub that provides free doctor consultation“

“14OCT.2021 I stayed in the Mariott a month ago and didn’t have the time to check out this lovely, refined restaurant. My experience was beautiful, professional, kind, easy going, pleasant, welcoming,inviting and amazing! The atmosphere was the same. My waitress was very kind and attentive. The food was super delicious. I had the Ollie's meat trio flatbread (Pepperoni, Calabrese, Toscano, fresh mozzarella, sweet basil)for a snack and then I devoured the Black Bass(local carrot trio, heirloom fingerling potato, French beans, citrus veloute)for dinner. The restaurant is spacious, clean, and very organized. Best experience ever. Best pre birthday dining festivities. So glad I was in the area and stopped by. I love, love, love, love this place. The bathrooms are no hand entry(wave hand in front of sensor, door gradually opens)and very clean. Apparently the transition from lunch to dinner, the lights are dimmed.“

“The Maryland Crab dip was the 💣!!!! Everything we tried was delicious!!! Server was fantastic!!! Great atmosphere!!!“

“Stayed just one night but what a comfortable night it was. The staff was very friendly and the room was spacious and clean. I can't wait to return!“

“The friendly staff and bartenders... shout out to Duffy and Juan!!“

“What can you say about fast food? Was this the most delicious meal I've ever had? Of course not, but you have to compare apples to apples.

This Wendy's had food that was exactly as expected. The employees seemed very friendly and the atmosphere was also as you'd find in a fast food joint.“

“This place is great. The servers are friendly, the food is consistent, and Tuesday night trivia is super fun. Stevie is a great host, and we’ve had a lot of great servers over the years, including Brielle. Can’t wait to come back next week.“

“Silver Diner was its usual lively self. My first visit since pre-pandemic but nothing has changed. We requested an indoor booth by the window and, despite their being very busy, it was ours. Service was efficient. Food was above average. I was excited that they still had shakes on the menu!“

“My husband and I decided to stay here overnight during our drive home from a beach vacation. I am covered in mosquito bites and am just miserable. I couldn’t wait to take a shower. Well let me tell you, I have NEVER taken a shower as good as the shower I just took in this hotel. It scratched every mosquito bite on my body simultaneously and felt so amazing. The provided toiletries smell like I just stepped out of a spa. The towel was fluffy but not linty. The water pressure was immaculate. The temperature was consistent and easy to set to the perfect amount of hotness. And my skin doesn’t feel like it’s been stripped of all of its moisture like it does after a shower at most hotels. I will only stay at this chain from now on if they’re all like this. I need to know how to get this at home. I’m serious. Best shower of my life.“

“Morton's is definitely an “Occasions”restaurant. From being greeted at the door until the final goodbye it is a quality experience. The steaks are perfectly cooked and filled with flavor. The side dishes were flavorful and large portions. The service is warm and friendly and prepared to answer any question about the menu selections. The wine-a Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley-was perfect. Now it is a pricey night out. But for a wedding anniversary it was perfect..“

“I used to go to the marketplace, which is now Ruscello. Even though the name changed, the atmosphere and food was 100% the same!!!
But the servise, eh, not as expected. Who would make a customer wait for 30 mins? I even told them that we wanted to order! So maybe if you're on a bit of a rush, this is not the restaurant you'd like to go. But on a day with no rush and you're starving, the restaurant you'd like to go is Ruscello! If you go there, trust me, you'll just love it there! (Pizza is just too good, so maybe if you are not a pizza fan, do not go there...!)“

“We hosted our company holiday party at Lucky Strike Bethesda on Democracy Blvd, and it was nothing short of amazing! From start to finish, everything exceeded expectations. The venue was spotless, stylish, and created such a fun, welcoming atmosphere for our team.
The food? Incredible! Every single dish was a hit—our employees couldn’t stop talking about how delicious everything was. It’s rare to find a place where everyone is happy with the menu, but Lucky Strike nailed it.
A huge shoutout to Shenika and Jeremy, the managers who made this event unforgettable. They were attentive, professional, and genuinely cared about making sure we had the best experience possible. They checked in regularly, handled every detail with ease, and made the entire process stress-free for me as the organizer.
If you’re planning a corporate event, party, or any special occasion, I HIGHLY recommend Lucky Strike Bethesda. Amazing venue, incredible food, and a team that truly goes above and beyond. Five stars all the way!“

“Good music good food good“

“We just had the thanksgiving dinner and I was phenomenal!!!! I will definitely love this restaurant!!!“