11 Best Cocktail Bars in Bethesda

“Cool little spot on downtown Bethesda - the atmosphere is dimly lit and sophisticated - great energy. The food was great - we had the tostada, beet salad, and grilled shrimp - all of which were delicious. Service was good and we will definitely come back.“

“I grabbed eight tacos to go and they were all delicious but what caught me by surprise was the restaurant. Even though I just got takeout, I receive great service and the vibe in here is so fun. This is a perfect place to come for happy hour or dinner or a brunch with the family. I highly recommend it.“

“Best rooftop in Bethesda. Beautiful sunsets and fabulous cocktails! 🍸“

“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.“

“southern and northern Italian specialty foods. Chef Ettore the best!“

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

“I'm changing my review and recommend trying this place now.

My first review was not good because of the service. This time the service was excellent.

We sat outside which is a huge plus in my book. I love sitting outdoors in nice days. The tables were clean and the atmosphere was nice.

The food was very good. It always has been. It was just that the service sucked, but now that it's in par this place is a great option for sushi in Bethesda.“

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

“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!“

“Service and ambiance were excellent, food was generally good overall.
Bartender was friendly, helpful, and attentive. Food was good, but some of the dishes didn't hit the mark.
The Parker House rolls were very good, warm, fluffy, and perfectly yeasty. The clam chowder was on point and very tasty. The spicy fried shrimp roll was excellent and easily split in two to share. Pimento crab dip was an unctuous blend of wonderful flavors and definitely worth the calories. Deviled eggs were heavy on the mustard, but still good.
The local MD raw oysters were not at the level I expected, they were blander and the liquor was waterier than I wanted. The stuffies were quite salty and the smoked flavor from the linguica overpowered the rest of the filling.
Overall, comfortable, nicely appointed place with great service, but the food was somewhat inconsistent.“

“I've anticipated the opening of the restaurant. It's authentic mexican ambiance. Friendly staff. Delicious food, best Mexican food I've had since I moved to the DMV. I'll be back. It's Cinco de Mayo and it's my first time here. Catherine was my waitress and she was amazing.“