Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Kensington

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1. Summer House - North Bethesda

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • North Bethesda

Booked 84 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.

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2. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose

4.5

Awesome(656)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Bethesda

Booked 20 times today

Caruso's Grocery in Pike and Rose is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: nostalgic photos on the walls , a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.

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3. Medium Rare - Bethesda

4.6

Exceptional(1414)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Bethesda

Booked 44 times today

A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique, $28.95prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed.

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4. Black's Bar & Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(3395)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Bethesda

Booked 8 times today

WELCOME BACK!Black’s Bar & Kitchen is excited to announce we are back open to the public for dine-in service! While we encourage you to use our online portal for convenient curbside carryout pickup, we have staged our patio, dining room and café tables to provide our Guests with a socially accepted distance to dine. Food, Wine, & Cocktails to the heart of the ever-evolving Downtown Bethesda, Black’s remains the community Hot Spot for killer happy hour bar bites. Black’s has been on the forefront of supporting local farming & sustainable growing practices, serving only the highest quality produce, meats, & seafood for well over a decade.Love Oysters? We do. Our Premium raw bar is unparalleled with rotating varieties of bivalves from all coasts of the Americas and a stellar wine list to match. Whether you’re popping champagne for a special occasion, watching the game enjoying a cold craft beer and Duck Nachos in the bar, Black’s Bar & Kitchen is the destination for any occasion.

5. Tower Oaks Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(10172)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 135 times today

Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge, located just beyond the beltway in suburban Maryland, offers a rustic retreat reminiscent of the grand "Great Camps" of the Adirondack Mountains from the early 1900s. With its grand fireplaces, cozy nooks, and wood-beamed ceilings, Tower Oaks Lodge provides a unique dining experience that combines the rugged beauty of the wilderness with Clyde's Restaurant Group's commitment to exceptional dining and hospitality. Tower Oaks Lodge offers a seasonal menu that showcases fresh, locally sourced ingredients, making it a favorite for both casual diners and those seeking a memorable evening out. Indoor and outdoor seating available with lunch, dinner, and brunch service.

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6. Benihana - Bethesda, MD

4.3

Awesome(2600)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Bethesda

Booked 43 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

7. Barrel & Crow

4.5

Awesome(1629)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bethesda

Booked 11 times today

Barrel and Crow: A Contemporary Approach to Regional cuisine. Our Chef-driven restaurant relies solely on locally sourced produce and proteins. We utilizes these seasonal ingredients in preparing refined yet familiar comfort food. House made pastas and charcuterie offered every evening. Chef is always anxious to modify menu items to fit any dietary restrictions. Gluten, Vegetarian, Vegan and Dairy allergies are no problem. Pastry Chef Justin Roche dessert menu offers guests a selection of traditional desserts with a contemporary twist. Eclectic wine list which focuses on small production, boutique wines. A selection of 48 bourbons, extensive beer list with offerings from the top breweries in the Mid-Atlantic region. Full bar, seasonal cocktail menu and a wide selection of small batch spirits. Bottomless Mimosas are offered Saturday and Sunday Brunch. Owner-Laura Houlihan

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8. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Rockville

4.7

Exceptional(3941)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rockville

Booked 42 times today

Stanford Grill - Rockville is a hot spot due to its high-energy, upscale yet approachable dining experience. The fresh, full-flavored American comfort food is consistently praised, with many reviews highlighting the excellent service and inviting ambiance. As one reviewer put it, 'This is a great place to dine' and 'Delicious food and exceptional customer service. This is a great place to dine.'

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9. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17042)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 232 times today

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

10. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29552)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 293 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

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Willette
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great birthday experience…the noise level was perfect…we heard folks having a great time, but it wasn’t intrusive!!!
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Summer House - North BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• North Bethesda
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4.5
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Meryl
Washington, D.C. Area •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, excellent service & nice ambiance. A bit loud but if at a booth you can talk with others. Good value too!
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Caruso's Grocery - Pike & RosePrice: Expensive• Italian• North Bethesda
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4.5
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Kelli
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a party of 7, and the service was attentive, and the food delicious. 6 people had steaks, and 1 had the vegetarian option (portobello mushroom). The mushroom portions were a bit small compared to the steak, but that is the only area for improvement to mention. The steak, frites, salad, bread and wine were exceptional. We will definitely go back, to include for large party dinners. Thank you Medium Rare Bethesda!
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Medium Rare - BethesdaPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Bethesda
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4.6
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Diane
Washington, D.C. Area •61 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
The branzino was excellent. I really like the unusual sides of falafel and cucumber salad. My order was taken promptly, but I had to wait a long time to get my check, perhaps because I was a solo diner.
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Black's Bar & KitchenPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Bethesda
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4.5
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Lynnvip
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The ambiance here is just so nice. We went here for a special birthday and the staff provided the birthday girl with a free dessert. We had plenty of time to catch up. Service was nice, and we were left alone. Nice meal. Everything was pleasant.
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Tower Oaks LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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4.7

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56 restaurants available nearby

1. Summer House - North Bethesda

2. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose

3. Medium Rare - Bethesda

4. Black's Bar & Kitchen

5. Tower Oaks Lodge

6. Benihana - Bethesda, MD

7. Barrel & Crow

8. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Rockville

9. Filomena Ristorante

10. Old Ebbitt Grill

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