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Medium Rare - Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

Medium Rare - Bethesda

4.6
4.6
1469 Reviews
$30 and under
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 64 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat 14:30–23:00 Sun 14:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (301) 215-8379
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Parking details
    Public lot at 7730 Woodmont Ave -- walk out the back exit to Fairmont Ave and restaurant is on the right. Also, street parking.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Red Line
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,469 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Medium Rare - Bethesda offers a unique dining experience with "delicious food" and "great service." Renowned for its succulent steaks and attentive staff, it's a "favorite place for a steak" in the DC area. Guests appreciate the cozy atmosphere, although the restaurant can be "busy and noisy." Reservations are recommended.

1,469 Reviews
  1. Mua

    VIP

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent !!!!!!!!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.

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  2. Trinh

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was wonderful! They were ready for our party of 9, and our waiter was very accommodating and friendly. The only issue was trying to make a reservation for more than 8 people. We initially tried to make a reservation for 11 people, but they required executing a formal contract with their big party planner. That would have been fine, but their party planner was not very communicative, and we were not given the planner’s contact info. We were told to wait for the planner to contact us, but it took the planner days to email us, and we could only email back & forth with questions which caused unnecessary delays and frustration. So, if you have a party of less than 8 and can make reservations on Open Table, then it works, but planning a dinner for more people is too much trouble here.

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  3. Open table dinner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not surprised by the fact they always busy, front desk told us about the wait even though I had my kids with me, then the other host with black long hair approached i talked to her told my situation my kids were hungry really appreciated her effort i felt how she prioritize my kids and sat us down as soon as she could. Many thanks also to my server for taking the order dinner quick and professionally. we had an amazing night. Food is always great

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  4. Nahom

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I was disappointed when they gave me a table by the door ( it was windy and people come in and out) while I explicitly told them it was a birthday celebration on the reservation. I asked them to give me another table but they said they don’t have one while they were giving it to a walking customer. Our server Cam was the perfect guy for our table. The only great experience was the server and the food. But don’t waste your time reserving online. Just call them and tell them to reserve a good spot.

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  5. Jae

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cam went above and beyond. He was The best waiter and medium rate is my new favorite place!

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  6. Sarah

    VIP

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing dinner, hostess knew who we were as soon as she saw us coming in the restaurant front door, she was kind and polite and sat us immediately. We got our food on time desserts on time it’s always a great experience. Will be back.

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  7. Guita

    VIP

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Medium rare never disappoints! Music was a bit too loud but the sever was kind enough to lower it:)

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  8. Denise

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    This is my 2nd trip and nowhere near as great as the first. It was a struggle to get drink refills, we were planning to get dessert, but no one asked and we were given the bill without asking for it! And apparently we didn’t pay it fast enough because one of the hostesses kept coming to our table to make it clear she wanted us to leave! The restaurant wasn’t any busier than my previous visit (in fact, less busy) so I wasn’t sure why the service was down. This isn’t going to keep me from returning, but it was disappointing.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very impressed with the management, especially with the Blonde Lady who I think is the Assistant Manager. She was very hardworking. The restaurant was super crowded. It seemed like they had accepted more reservations than seats available. It took 30 minutes to sit. After that, everything was better and they apologized and took off the Sunday from the bill. The service was great except for the long wait time.

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  10. Br. Andrew

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic!!! Bread, salad, and steak were incredible! The drinks weren’t very good (the alcohol tasted like a lower quality) and the whipped cream in the sundae had an odd texture and there was very little ice cream. Regardless, we’ll definitely return. We had a great time!

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FAQs

Medium Rare - Bethesda does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Medium Rare - Bethesda also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 215-8379.

Medium Rare - Bethesda is rated 4.6 stars by 1469 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 64 times today

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Google Map for Medium Rare - Bethesda

4904 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat 14:30–23:00 Sun 14:30–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public lot at 7730 Woodmont Ave -- walk out the back exit to Fairmont Ave and restaurant is on the right. Also, street parking.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Red Line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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