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A photo of Summer House - North Bethesda restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3481)
Price: Moderate
• American • North Bethesda
Booked 69 times today
Located in the heart of the Pike and Rose neighborhood in North Bethesda, MD, Summer House is the place where summer never ends. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Rosé is poured all day, alongside an extensive wine and handcrafted cocktail list. Reserve your table today for a bright and airy dining experience no matter the weather. For parties of 9 or more, email summermdparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.
A photo of matchbox Bethesda restaurant
4.3
Awesome(194)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Bethesda
Booked 8 times today
We’re known for wood-fired pizzas, mini burgers, fresh salads and chef-inspired entrées, like pan-seared sea bass and oven-roasted filet mignon. It’s American bistro fare, crafted from high quality ingredients with a chef at the helm in every kitchen.Matchbox draws in passersby with oversized windows lining the sidewalk and a front-row view of the blazing pizza oven. Once indoors, the vibe remains warm and residential, as though guests are being welcomed into the Matchbox home. The design achieves this effect through elements like draperies to soften some of the more industrial edges and add texture, open shelving and wine displays, light gray wood wainscotting, and hardwood flooring throughout to lend natural warmth. Hand-painted murals from local artists add further context to the neighborhood, and bring in a touch of personality as well.Outdoor seating on patios along both Woodmont Avenue and Elm Street offer plentiful people-watching in warmer months.
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4.5
Awesome(2192)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Bethesda
Booked 40 times today
SILVER is an New American Brasserie with a distinctive new shine. Led by award-winning Chef, Ype Von Hengst, SILVER’s menu features contemporary American cuisine and healthier choices, influenced by the great brasseries from around the world. We specialize in offering a broad menu of contemporary favorites, seasonal specials, and healthier options, featuring ingredients from local farms and purveyors. Our bar menu features hand-crafted pre-prohibition style cocktails, local brews and American wines carefully curated to showcase the traditions of American wine makers. Open early until late, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night brunch. SILVER offers the choices for how you live and a healthy dose of what you crave.
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4.4
Awesome(973)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Tysons Corner / McLean
Booked 1 time today
Inspired by our namesake, we provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere anchored around our wood-burning oven where guests and groups can gather over seasonal food and drinks, sourced from local partners and elevated by our international culinary team.Whether you're in town on business, enjoying a night out with friends or hosting a special event, härth is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing experience made warm by the wood-fired oven that anchors the convivial atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you to our table.Executive Chef I Laurent Hollaender
A photo of PassionFish - Reston restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6652)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Reston
Booked 21 times today
Passion Fish - Reston VA is dedicated to providing the finest quality, sustainable seafood available in an upscale/casual fine dining experience.Garage parking at Reston Town Center will always be free for our guests. Please park in the Orange Garage on Explorer Street and check in with us when you arrive.

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  • AE
    New York City •7 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Overall great dining experience. I was surprised we had to wait a while to pay our bill in the middle of a weekday. Otherwise, everything was great.
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    SilverPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Bethesda
    4.5
  • Chris
    Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great service, great food. It could not have been any better !
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    Summer House - North BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• North Bethesda
    4.6
  • Pamelavip
    San Diego •40 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Long time lover of this restaurant. We now live in San Diego, and every time we visit our families in Virginia we dine here. Daniel was outstanding and fun to talk with. I always get the crispy flounder which is exotic and super flavorful. It is a whole fish which you will have to navigate, but so worth it. Get the sauced on the side so you can control the heat. The oysters were delicious last night too. Save room for the key lime pie. Only minor suggestion is to serve the after drinks before the dessert. We will see you again on our next trip East.
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    PassionFish - RestonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Reston
    4.6
  • Joseph
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Nov 2024
    Great food. The atmosphere was great for connecting with friends, one of which we hadn’t seen for 44 years. Excellent service as well. As far as the volume, it was mainly us. Sorry about that!
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    matchbox BethesdaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Bethesda
    4.3
  • Ali
    Washington, D.C. Area •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 21 Oct 2024
    It’s a concise menu, but it is always phenomenal! My wife and I have been visiting Härth for more than eight years, and we never had any issue with food or service. It is one of the finest places around.
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    HärthPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Tysons Corner / McLean
    4.4
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