Best Restaurants in Bethesda, Maryland

10 curated restaurants in Bethesda β€” cuisines, ratings, price ranges, and directions for each.

Bethesda is home to 10 restaurants in our curated directory, in Maryland. The dining here spans American, Steakhouse, French, Brunch, Italian β€” in the $$ range. The top-rated spot on this list is Medium Rare at 4.4 out of 5, serving American Steakhouse. Every card below links to a full detail page with the restaurant's address, phone number, price range, and a directions link, so you can compare your options before heading out. Looking for something specific? Browse the full A-Z directory or jump to a cuisine page from the restaurants index β€” and if you run a restaurant in Bethesda that belongs on this list, you can get listed from our pricing page.

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Medium Rare

Medium Rare

MD

One-menu steakhouse concept serving culotte steak with secret sauce, hand-cut fries, and bread. The prix fixe simplicity and unlimited seconds have earned a cult following.

Praline Bakery & Bistro

Praline Bakery & Bistro

MD

Charming French bakery and bistro in Bethesda serving artisan pastries, crepes, and savory brunch dishes. The croissants and macarons are baked fresh daily.

True Food Kitchen

True Food Kitchen

MD

Dr. Andrew Weil-inspired restaurant focusing on anti-inflammatory, nutrient-rich dishes. Seasonal menus feature vibrant bowls, salads, and creative vegetable-forward plates.

Olazzo

Olazzo

MD

Classic red-sauce Italian restaurant in downtown Bethesda, family-run since 2002.

Morton's The Steakhouse (Bethesda)

Morton's The Steakhouse (Bethesda)

MD

Bethesda location of the national steakhouse chain, winner of OpenTable's 2025 Best for Special Occasions award.

Barrel & Crow

Barrel & Crow

MD

Bethesda restaurant serving locally-sourced Southern comfort food, with a dedicated Sunday brunch and bottomless mimosas.

Bistro Provence

Bistro Provence

MD

Bethesda French bistro on Fairmont Avenue serving cuisine from the south of France.

Kadhai Boutique Indian Cuisine

Kadhai Boutique Indian Cuisine

MD

Bethesda's first fine-dining Indian restaurant, open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

Kusshi Sushi

Kusshi Sushi

MD

Bethesda sushi restaurant serving modern Japanese cuisine with an extensive sake and whisky selection.

Q by Peter Chang

Q by Peter Chang

MD

Chef Peter Chang's modern, refined Szechuan restaurant in Bethesda serving elevated Sichuan cuisine.

Dine In DMV · Concierge Dining Guide: Bethesda

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Medium Rare
American Steakhouse · 4904 Elm St, Bethesda, MD 20814 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)
Praline Bakery & Bistro
French Bakery/Brunch · 4611 Sangamore Rd, Bethesda, MD 20816 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)
True Food Kitchen
Health-Conscious American · 7100 Bethesda Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)
Olazzo
Italian · 7921 Norfolk Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)
Morton's The Steakhouse (Bethesda)
Steakhouse · 7400 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)
Barrel & Crow
Southern/Brunch · 4867 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)
Bistro Provence
French · 4933 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)
Kadhai Boutique Indian Cuisine
Indian · 7905 Norfolk Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)
Kusshi Sushi
Japanese · 7820 Norfolk Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)
Q by Peter Chang
Chinese · 4500 East West Highway Ste 100, Bethesda, MD 20814 · πŸš‡ Bethesda (Red)

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