American Restaurants near Potomac

“Fantastic food and fellowship with some amazing scientists and staff from NIH/NCI this Holiday season. 🎄🍭😊“

“The food was good and the the service was friendly but we found the value for the dishes to be off (very high prices comparatively). Staff were very accommodating and drinks were good but pricey. Would consider returning for cocktails and small plates before or after an event - and the grounds are beautiful.“

“It was chill, cool vibe. Me and my husband enjoyed the food and service.“

“The Grove in Potomac is truly a gem. What they’ve done with the space is incredible, it’s warm, inviting, and beautifully designed, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a great meal. My go-to dishes are the chopped salad and the honey walnut salad—both are fresh, flavorful, and consistently excellent, proving that simple dishes done well can really shine. Add in the live music on Thursday nights, and The Grove becomes more than just dinner—it’s an experience. The atmosphere, food, and music come together to create an amazing evening that feels both elevated and comfortable. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual meal or planning a night out, The Grove never disappoints.“

“You won’t go wrong with anything 🦚❤️👍🏻“

“Delicious brunch and excellent service!“

“The Tacos and clam chowder was really good. The frozen Rose’ was good as well. Great service“

“A friend recommended this restaurant and the waiter was very helpful in choosing our appetizers and meals, and also provided excellent wine pairings. We even had a little chat with the other guests“

“We've dined at Patsy's American on several occasions and consistently appreciate the quality, service and atmosphere.“

“Great food & service. Chill atmosphere that’s great for date night or night with kids. We go to Harveys almost every week!“

“Literally some of the best steak I’ve ever eaten in my life. And I’m very picky about my steaks“

“Great experience from service to food! The brown sugar Ted’s tart was to die for! Well done all!“

“Food excellent in quality, preparation, textures, flavors and presentation. The jarring and omnipresent noise (which also bounces) renders the fore-described qualities frustratingly moot - almost. I would dearly love to recommend as well as return and bring friends along but will have to forewarn them as well as brace myself.“

“So happy to have Red’s within walking distance of my house. We recently took a group of friends there and were lucky to get the private room. Great food and service! Tried their oysters for the first time and they were really good.“

“It was my first time at punch bowl social, but my bartender/server Maggie completely made my experience! She was kind, welcoming, and attentive, despite being absolutely swamped with orders during happy hour (which has great deals!). She and Chase made a great team, ensuring all customers at the bar were well taken care of! I will definitely be returning. Shout out to Maggie and Chase, for their great work! Thank you!“

“Absolutely spectacular! The food, the atmosphere, the event coordinator, the staff, absolutely everything was top notch. We absolutely loved it.“

“they had a really hot guy working there with a little bracelet on what is his name but overall good food.“

“Born and raised in Chevy Chase. I had never been to Persimmon until last night. WOW!!!! Probably the most consistent delicious food, exceptional service, I have EVER experienced. The service besides being attentive was so gracious, loyal sky and accommodating. Not one iota of attitude ever. Each person was so helpful so genuinely gracious. There were 7 of us. The flow was smooth, timed perfectly. Each person knew exactly what we needed before we even thought about asking. And the food... SPECTACULAR!! Scallops, mussels, oysters, spring rolls, halibut, and even grilled chicken (which I never order out because I cook it all the time) was absolutely incredible! Persimmon is my new favorite restaurant. Houston's,(Woodmont Grill.) was my absolute go to because of the consistency and the service and the food. Persimmon has jumped, leaps and bound to the top of that list even if Houston's were still in business, persimmon is now my new go to. I cannot wait to come back time after time and try everything on the menu. Thank you, thank you thank you to everyone for making our night special, it was my husband 62nd birthday his 99-year-old mom was there we brought our own cake and it was just the most magical night because of the food the drink the service the atmosphere. It was incredible will be back!“

“Best classic American breakfast I've had in Northern Virginian. Comes as close to what I grew up with in the Tidewater area as I have had here in NOVA. Eggs were cooked and SEASONED nicely, bacon was CRISP, potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and they were nice chunks. Ketchup had a flavor twist that was delicious. Coffee had a good flavor and the cup was huge. Prices were very competitive.“

“Thank you, Texas Jack's for accommodating me on Thanksgiving when my Metroaccess ride dropped me off before my reservation. Food and service (by Calvin) was excellent!“

“Great atmosphere and good food.“

“Medium Rare features steak frites (or mushrooms with frites) and some desserts- that's it.

The price is appropriate- you get nice, crusty bread, salad, and 2 helpings of steak frites.

The food quality is good. However, one must be partial to mustard because the salad dressing is extremely mustard forward, and so is the gravy on the steak frites.

It's a cute concept and the ambiance reflects this. Some cheeky art alongside the children's drawings up on the walls. The restrooms refer to Pepe and Penelope from Loony Tunes and in the ladies room one can listen (and perhaps learn) some flirty French phrases.

The service was a mixed bag. Our main server wasn't very engaged with our table. Despite the fact that we had gift bags on the table (perhaps a clue that we were celebrating a birthday) she didn't ask whether we were celebrating. I had also marked the Open Table reservation that we were celebrating a birthday, but that wasn't acknowledged at all. Other tables were celebrated while we were dining, so I guess those patrons directly asked for the celebratory gesture of a sparkler in their sundae/cake.

Our server also wasn't too interested in keeping our beverages full, or in bringing extra hot fudge when we asked for it with our sundae.

However, our steak did arrive at the right temperature for each of us, and they brought the steak frites refills at the EXACT perfect timing (and the refills were hot and perfect).

Medium Rare is a fun restaurant with good food at a good price- we'll return.“

“Everything was great except I still cannot understand why I had been told for 3 days by BOTH Open Table AND Tower Oaks Lodge insisted to me that that we could not have a reservation for 6 anytime except 11am or 3pm. Yet how could that be when the entire time we were there (11am - 1pm) the tables in all 3 dining rooms and the bar were hardly 50% full. How could that be?“

“Great place to hangout!!!“

“Without a doubt the best place in Rio. The customer service is exceptional and the staff really pays attention to you as a person, not just a customer. The food is excellent and the place is well maintained.“

“Hello Sir, I accept your proposal.“

“The entire experience was awesome! We didn’t have reservations, as we just came from a show. They worked us in and the tapas style dining was just what we needed for an upscale, late-night meal. Flavor was out of this world and presentation was art! I’ll definitely be back & highly recommend the ninniku noodles with duck confit. 🤤“

“Thanks again for a wonderful dinner shared with my family. Though it’s been many, many years, it’s still the same, with a few changes, its a great place. I know I can always count on you all every single time and I’m proud to know you’ve been my neighbor all these years as well. Whenever you’re around, it always feels more like home. And I love that for all these years you’ve had the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue. So many friends have been given a forever home, including a very special friend of mine. Thanks for all you continue to do. I hope you never leave us.“

“First time here and the food was very good. The sauce with the mussels was the best. I could dip bread into the sauce and eat that by itself. The prawns were outstanding from the smoked grill. The pineapple cake was my favorite with the toasted coconut.“

“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.“

“Wonderful food and service. We all had different dinners off the menu. The French onion soup was some of the best I had. We walked in and were met with smiles and seated fast with no reservations.“

“Friendly, fast service, and the food was delicious! I stopped by around noon today, and there was a steady flow of customers, seemlingly both regulars and new. The nice, cold AC gave a good break from the summer heat. I heard some classic rock playing in the background. I had the steak and cheese add mushrooms with a side of Old Bay fries, plus two ice cold cups of water. I'll be back next time I'm in the area!“

“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 service was immaculate. Really warm and kind people who were efficient and smart. PK was our waiter and did a great job. He left us all with a smile on our face. Excellent.“

“The food and service was excellent! We will go back 😀“

“Great Easter Brunch small plates. Service was fantastic! Enjoyed our Easter. Bar looks fun! We were upstairs! Seating outside too! Reasonable pricing“

“We enjoyed brunch here for our anniversary. I have several food allergies and I was well accommodated. The food was wonderful and the service friendly. We will be back“

“Dining at Open Road - Rosslyn was an absolute pleasure! Here’s a breakdown of our experience: Food: Popcorn Starter: A fun and tasty surprise! The complimentary popcorn was a great way to kick off the meal. The Shrimp and Grits: Simply outstanding—easily among the best I’ve ever had. Every bite was packed with flavor! The Philly Cheesesteak with Fries were served piping hot, with the cheesesteak perfectly seasoned and the fries golden and crispy. Service: The staff were fantastic—attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. Their excellent service made the experience even more enjoyable. Price: The prices were reasonable, especially considering the quality of both the food and service and the location. Great value overall!“

“Reagan and James are absolutely the BEST! From opening night, when Reagan was our server, she made my family and me feel so welcome with her kindness and warmth. Her exceptional customer service is the reason I keep coming back. I recently had the pleasure of meeting James, and his customer service is just as outstanding. They both go above and beyond to create a wonderful experience. These two are truly amazing!“

“Staff always takes very good care of me when I have my meetings and they always enable me to sit at my favorite table for meetings, which is in a very quiet part of the restaurant. The food is normally outstanding. I was just a little disappointed by the crabcake sandwich that didn't seem like it had actually been cooked. But that is like the only time I've ever been disappointed and I go there very frequently.“

“Amazing atmosphere and decor, service is perfection, food is wonderful and memorable. Also… fantastic happy hour! New fav in Vienna/Tysons.“

“Everything. Amazing food and staff - any wait to comeback! Kale salad Peas Chicken cutlet amazing!!!“

“This is my hometown watering hole! I live on Maui now but OTWC is always my first meal when I come home. Maryland Crab Soup and the Swing Wings is what I always get!“

“We get take out from Isaac's often and they never let us down. We usually get the wings and tenders plain with extra dipping sauces because everyone in the family likes something different. I haven't tried a bad one yet. The sides are great, especially the French fries. They have nailed the French fry game.“

“Great food and service, but disappointed that they have been out of AC for two months. They need to tell their customers at the door before they are seated. Not right especially if customers have respiratory issues. Some in the restaurant that day were experiencing discomfort Stay away from the Rockville Location until they fix the AC“

“Reliable! Always delicious!“

“Great place! We had a large birthday party for my husband this past weekend. The food, wine, and set up indoors and outdoors made it such a special celebration. Many people said it was the best food that they have had at a party. It was amazing!“

“Fantastic food! Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. As someone who is German, I can honestly say the chicken schnitzel tasted just like the authentic schnitzel I grew up with. It was perfectly crispy, tender, and full of flavor. Every dish was fresh, well prepared, and absolutely delicious and perfection. We had a wonderful meal and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!“

“Great experience. The hostesses were friendly. Our server was exceptional, attentive to detail, and provided a healthy balance in seeing what we needed. The food was great and the dessert was delicious. The overall welcoming atmosphere.“