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matchbox Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

matchbox Bethesda

4.2
4.2
195 Reviews
$30 and under
Pizzeria

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, American, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (240) 465-0500
  • Website
    https://www.matchboxrestaurants.com/bethesda
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Felipe Munoz
  • Location
    7278 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Cross Street
    Elm Street
  • Parking details
    Montgomery County public parking is behind the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 195 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Matchbox Bethesda offers a delightful brunch experience with "wonderful and very attentive" service and delicious food. Although some diners found the ambiance noisy, the eatery is praised for its customizable dishes, like Big Al's Smash Burger. While occasional service issues were noted, the overall atmosphere and quality make it a popular choice.

195 Reviews

  1. Jonathan

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food (including specifically the sliders and half chicken) was decent. The big issue was that our server basically disappeared for the rest of the meal after the entrees arrived. We were there celebrating a big birthday. The server brought a scoop of ice cream with a candle, but entrees had still not been cleared and we were never asked if we wanted dessert, which we would have ordered. Service started out fine but once the entrees arrived, that was it.

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  2. Sharon

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Menu is great but execution weak. Half the food was lukewarm or cold
    matchbox BethesdaResponded 5 days ago
    We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet your expectations. We take your feedback seriously and will use it to improve our food preparation and service. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

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  3. Joseph

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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  4. Linda

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a large group and service was fun and excellent! We had a mix of brunch, pizza and sandwiches - GET THE ONION STRAW!
    matchbox BethesdaResponded on 20 November 2024
    We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us, especially the service and our diverse menu options. Your recommendation for the Onion Straw is much appreciated! Thank you for your positive feedback.

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  5. Patrick

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant seems to have gone downhill. We visited on a Sunday and we were taking the two tables that were dirty to be seated at. I then went to the restroom to wash my hands and the towel dispenser was resting on the countertop along with the soap dispenser. The food was okay but not great like it used to be.
    matchbox BethesdaResponded on 20 November 2024
    We're sorry to hear about your recent experience. We strive to maintain a clean and comfortable environment for our guests, and it seems we fell short during your visit. Your feedback is valuable and will be used to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future.

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  6. Carmon

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were looking for a place near our hotel to have brunch and I found this location through an internet search. My husband loves pancakes and we both agreed that they were excellent. I loved the food, the ambience and the service.
    matchbox BethesdaResponded on 20 November 2024
    We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our pancakes and overall dining experience! Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to serving you again soon. Thank you for choosing us for your brunch!

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  7. Maria

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We both enjoyed our pizza at Matchbox and the waiters were very attentive. They only two small criticisms are: 1). the light at our table was SO bright we felt like we were in an operating room 2). Although the hand-held checkout devices are convenient, I always feel rushed and didn't fully review our bill. I would rather see the bill at my leisure and then check out. But those are not big issues that would prevent us from visiting again.
    matchbox BethesdaResponded on 20 November 2024
    We're glad to hear you enjoyed your pizza and found our staff attentive. Your feedback regarding the lighting and the checkout process is appreciated. We're always looking for ways to improve our customer experience and your comments will be taken into consideration. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  8. Shari

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Was very noisy but service and food were good. Waiter said there are new things coming to the menu soon.
    matchbox BethesdaResponded on 20 November 2024
    We're glad to hear you enjoyed our service and food, despite the noise level. We're always working on improving our atmosphere and your feedback is appreciated. Our fall menu is here and, we think you'll love them!

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  9. Juma

    Washington DC

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 19 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Table was ready and service was wonderful. Our server was especially patient and timely with everything.

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  10. Wendy

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was excellent food was good we were there for brunch!

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FAQs

matchbox Bethesda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (240) 465-0500.

matchbox Bethesda is rated 4.2 stars by 195 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today

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Google Map for matchbox Bethesda

7278 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Elm Street
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, American, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Montgomery County public parking is behind the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Felipe Munoz
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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