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Interior dining room of Spanish Diner - Spanish Diner - Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

Spanish Diner - Bethesda

4.3
4.3
3891 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
An Iberian take on the classic American all-day restaurant, Spanish Diner features larger portions of Spanish favorites from the mind of award-winning chef José Andrés. Dishes like gambas al ajillo, croquetas de pollo, gazpacho, and patatas bravas are all on the menu, along with a focus on regional specialties like fabada asturiana and cocido madrileño. Egg dishes are a specialty with classics like the iconic tortilla española, huevos estrellados, and huevos revueltos. The menu at Spanish Diner is quintessentially Spanish, but you’ll be hard-pressed to find these dishes at any restaurant in Spain as these are the recipes that are found at home, shared around the kitchen table with family and friends, generation after generation.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Home cooking, Regional Spanish (Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 10:00–22:00 Sun 10:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (301) 284-3700
  • Website
    http://www.spanishdiner.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Miguel Arias
  • Catering
    Spanish Diner offers a selection of “Fiesta Menus” perfect for feeding groups of any size. From paella feasts to party platters and full size Basque cheesecakes, Spanish Diner is your go-to for a Spanish-style celebration!
  • Private party facilities
    Spanish Diner offers special menus and private party spaces of any size and style to suit the needs of you and your guests. For larger events of 100-200 people, we even offer full or partial buy-out of the restaurant. Plan your next event with help from our expert team.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910
  • Location
    7271 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Cross Street
    Elm Street
  • Parking details
    There is street metered parking available and we are within walking distance from a public metered lot.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Stop, red line
  • Entertainment
    Jaleo Hour Sunday - Friday: 4:30 - 7 PM Saturday: 10:00PM - midnight Available at the bar only
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,891 people are saying

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Child-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Spanish Diner in Bethesda offers a vibrant atmosphere with "delicious homemade Spanish food." While some reviews noted variability, standout dishes include the "best gazpacho" and "exquisite eggs." The service is often praised as "excellent and friendly." Despite some mixed experiences, the restaurant remains a charming spot for Spanish cuisine enthusiasts.

3,891 Reviews

  1. Pamela

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We will miss you a lot - loved Spanish Diner so much.

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  2. Pavlovita

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super sad that this place us closing. Came this week and learned this was the last week! I want to say thank you for their wonderful staff and food. They will be missed

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  3. Shang

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and staff! Always a great meal at any Jose Andres restaurants!

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  4. Amy

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Been a favorite for years. Not quite the same as it's older sibling, Jaleo, but it hits the spot for some amazing sangria, tapas, and other Spanish food.

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  5. Glad

    VIP

    Washington DC

    36 reviews

    3.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Our entrees were just okay. The ropes viejas was dry, my patatas gravas, flan and my friend’s cheesecake was delicious! We might try lunch to see if it’s better.

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  6. CP14

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve been a fan of Jose Andres since he opened Jaleo on 7th Street NW in 1993, so I was especially disappointed by my meal at Spanish Diner. The restaurant was not particularly crowded but the waitperson kept urging us to order. We weren’t in a hurry, but she was. We ordered paella. It was a 45 minute wait, which presumably meant that it was cooked to order. Alas, it was mediocre at best. It seems that others were clued in to the decline in quality since Spanish Diner was half empty on a Saturday night.

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  7. Maggie

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spanish Diner is one of the nicest restaurants in the area. The interior decor is fun and happy, the menu is expansive and innovative, and the food is amazing. I took my daughter, her husband and 15 year old granddaughter there for an early Saturday night dinner. We ordered 6 appetizers, two main courses and 4 desserts , all to share. We loved everything. I ordered the regular Margarita and it was one of the best I have ever had. Our waitstaff was lovely and frequently checked on us. Dinner guests are dressed casually but nice. It was a lovely evening and my 15 year old granddaughter declared that she loves trying new restaurants.

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  8. Kelly

    VIP

    Washington DC

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently awesome food. I have to order the gazpacho each time because it is the best I’ve ever had. Delicious zero proof cocktail options. Service was excellent and friendly.

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  9. Tim

    Washington DC

    35 reviews

    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on 6 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We are exploring Spanish cuisine and this was a great place to do so. The food is good, homemade Spanish food and the wait staff is knowledgeable and friendly.

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  10. Glen

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Because the heat was not working. Our whole experience was uncomfortably cold. The small space heaters were insufficient to do any good. People were actually wearing coats and hats in the restaurant. Had I known it would be so cold I would not have made a reservation there.

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FAQs

Spanish Diner - Bethesda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 284-3700.

Spanish Diner - Bethesda is rated 4.3 stars by 3891 OpenTable diners.

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

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7271 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Elm Street
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 10:00–22:00 Sun 10:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Home cooking, Regional Spanish (Southern)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is street metered parking available and we are within walking distance from a public metered lot.
  • Public transit
    Bethesda Metro Stop, red line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Miguel Arias
  • Entertainment
    Jaleo Hour Sunday - Friday: 4:30 - 7 PM Saturday: 10:00PM - midnight Available at the bar only
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.spanishdiner.com/
  • Phone number
    (301) 284-3700
  • Catering
    Spanish Diner offers a selection of “Fiesta Menus” perfect for feeding groups of any size. From paella feasts to party platters and full size Basque cheesecakes, Spanish Diner is your go-to for a Spanish-style celebration!
  • Private party facilities
    Spanish Diner offers special menus and private party spaces of any size and style to suit the needs of you and your guests. For larger events of 100-200 people, we even offer full or partial buy-out of the restaurant. Plan your next event with help from our expert team.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910

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