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The Salt Line - Bethesda, Bethesda, MD

The Salt Line - Bethesda

4.5
4.5
636 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 66 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
The Salt Line, the popular DC homage to New England’s iconic fish and oyster houses, brings a third location to Bethesda Row. New England meets the Chesapeake at this beauty of a restaurant with lots of comfy booth seating and an inviting u shaped bar and lounge area. Menu features all the classics and raw bar guests have come to love from the original The Salt Line plus some delicious new surprises from award winning The Salt Line Chef Kyle Bailey and Bethesda Executive Chef Eric McKamey.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:30 Fri 11:30–00:30 Sat 11:00–00:30 Sun 11:00–23:30 Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 21:30–23:30 Fri, Sat 21:30–00:30
  • Phone number
    (240) 534-2894
  • Website
    https://thesaltline.getbento.com/location/the-salt-line-bethesda/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Eric McKamey
  • Private party facilities
    The Salt Line Bethesda does not have a private dining room but we are able to accommodate large party dining reservations and bar group events. Please email inquiries to bethesda@thesaltline.com.
  • Location
    7284 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814-2914
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Cross Street
    Corner of Woodmont Ave and Hampden Lane
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    The Salt Line - Bethesda is about a .5 mile walk from Metro Red Line - Bethesda stop.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 636 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Salt Line in Bethesda offers a vibrant atmosphere and "outstanding service," making it a favorite for seafood lovers. Diners appreciate the "delicious" menu with highlights like clam chowder and lobster rolls. Though some find it "a bit pricey," many praise its "friendly staff" and "great dining experience."

636 Reviews

  1. Marcelle

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Madelyn was amazing. Friendly, professional and considerate. Thank you!!

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  2. Jean

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious: crab dip, cod, swordfish. The waitress was prompt and attentive and it was quiet enough to have a conversation. Prices are a little higher than other Bethesda restaurants but the quality is also high.

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  3. Daniel

    VIP

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Way overpriced, limited options and food is mediocre

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The interior is pretty, and the service is great. However, the food is average and very overpriced. We’ve gone back several times hoping we would change our minds. But the third overpriced average meal will be our last one at this restaurant.

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  5. Derek

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and good service. Not very good music.

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  6. Courtney

    VIP

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This isn’t fine dining, but the ambiance, location and service are great. The food is C+ at best. Cocktail was bad.

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  7. Patricia

    VIP

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very tasty food and attentive service. We ate in the bar area due to a private event and it was a little noisy at first though quieted as the night went on. As a diner with a gluten allergy, I appreciate that the restaurant offers an allergen menu and is careful with cross contamination. Love that they have a dedicated fryer for their french fries for purposes of cross contamination.

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  8. amy

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The whole place was shaking bc of the pounding from the above equinox. It was extremely distracting. I wouldn’t return.

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  9. M

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely place! The staff was friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious. My first time: I had the clam chowder, salad niçoise, and two sides (cauliflower, Brussel sprouts). Everything was really yummy. Interesting elevated dishes. I will be back!

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  10. Tina

    VIP

    Washington DC

    85 reviews

    5.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined here before and have enjoyed our experience. The wait staff is polite and knowledgeable. We had a late brunch reservation and we experienced many if the staff as the restaurant was between brunch and dinner. I enjoyed the stuffies for the first time and would order again. My husband always orders the clam chowder. We also had the fish sandwich and the crab roll, also very good. We were given an Apple Brown Betty for dessert. I wasn't hungry, but we ate all of it and would have it again. Apples were cooked perfectly and the ice cream very rich The banquet seats are very comfortable and would ask to be seated there . Very relaxing place to meet friends and dine

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FAQs

The Salt Line - Bethesda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (240) 534-2894.

The Salt Line - Bethesda is rated 4.5 stars by 636 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 66 times today

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Google Map for The Salt Line - Bethesda

7284 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814-2914

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Corner of Woodmont Ave and Hampden Lane
  • Area
    Bethesda
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:30 Fri 11:30–00:30 Sat 11:00–00:30 Sun 11:00–23:30 Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 21:30–23:30 Fri, Sat 21:30–00:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Oyster Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    The Salt Line - Bethesda is about a .5 mile walk from Metro Red Line - Bethesda stop.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Eric McKamey
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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