Bethesda Restaurants: Local Favorites

NEAR THE
HOTEL



*Seasons 52
Seasons 52 is a
fresh grill and wine bar that invites guests to discover the sensational
flavors of a seasonally-inspired menu and award-winning international wine list
in a casually-sophisticated ambiance.
Across from White Flint Mal
l11414
Rockville Pike
North Bethesda, MD20852
(301) 984-5252

*Addie’s Restaurant
It’s a converted house. You may
wear jeans. And the changing menu brings out the best in New American cuisine.
Addie’s has earned a loyal following among diners who flock to this Rockville,
MD restaurant for an extraordinary combination of funky atmosphere and
inspirational culinary creativity. A local favorite.
11120
Rockville Pike
N. Bethesda, MD 20852
Phone: 301-881-0081

Cheesecake Factory
The Cheesecake Factory serves much more than just cheesecake! We are a unique,
upscale casual restaurant offering more than 200 menu selections including
Appetizers, Specialty Salads, Pastas, and Pizzas, as well as great Steaks and
Chops, Fresh Fish, and Sandwiches. Be sure to save room for one of our 50
delicious cheesecakes and desserts with a cappuccino or latte. At The
Cheesecake Factory, there is truly “Something for Everyone”!
White Flint Shopping Mall
11301 Rockville Pike
North Bethesda, MD 20895-1021
301.770.0999

P.F. Changs
This contemporary, bistro-style
restaurant offers a unique blend of high quality, authentic Chinese cuisine in
a sophisticated setting.
White
Flint Shopping Mall
11301 Rockville Pike
North Bethesda, MD 20895-1021
301.230.6933

 

DOWNTOWN BETHESDA

American

Redwood
We are an independent, locally owned restaurant that showcases a seasonal menu
featuring the best mid-atlantic ingredients available. Our produce, cheese,
meat, and seafood is naturally-raised, organic, or sustainable whenever
possible and is sourced from local growers
7121 Bethesda Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814
301.656.5515

Mexican

Uncle Julios
Authentic, border-style Mexican food has existed for more
than 100 years on the ranches of Texas. The combination of Mexican cooking
expertise with fresh, locally grown Texan ingredients created a new style of
fare that is far from what you find elsewhere as “Tex-Mex.”
4870 Bethesda Ave.
Bethesda, MD 20814
301.656.2981

Spanish

*Jaleos
Under the direction of famed chef José Andrés, Jaleo offers an impressive
assortment of tapas, the traditional small dishes of Spain, as well as savory
paellas, superb sangrias and a fine selection of Spanish wines and Sherries in
a festive, casual atmosphere.
7271 Woodmont Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814
t. 301.913.0003

Asian

Tara Thai
Serving delicious
Thai cuisine, along with an enjoyable atmosphere. Our unique decoration
reflects quality of our dishes with finest ingredients, in preparing our
gourmet-quality dishes. All ingredients are carefully selected by our
experience head chef. 4828 Bethesda Ave. 301-657-0488

Foong Lin
Restaurant
Famous Cantonese,
Hunan & Szechuan cuisine, Specializing in seafood & Peking duck, low
fat menu, lunch and dinner, delivery within 3-mile radius.
4613 Willow Lane
Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 657-3740

Italian

Vapiano Bethesda
Vapiano is a fast casual restaurant with a twist – customers use a “chip
card” to personally order their food or drinks from the bar or from the
individual fresh pizza, pasta or salad stations. With this new innovative
technology, Vapiano is going to change the way restaurants do business!
4900 Hampden Lane
Bethesda, MD 20814
P. 301-215-7013
F. 301 215-7016

French

Mon Ami Gabi
For anyone who knows and
loves classic French bistros and their remarkably flavorful dishes, Mon Ami
Gabi is simply the perfect place as it embraces a passion for food, wine and
culture. While the favorites are all here in abundance, there is always
something new to try from the ever-evolving menu.
7239 Woodmont Ave.
Bethesda, MD 20814
301.654.1234

Crabs

*Bethesda Crab House
The Bethesda Crab House is a family owned and operated business that has been
serving the best and freshest Maryland style seafood in the Washington DC area
for over 50 years. Try our famous steamed hard-shell crabs, succulent jumbo
spiced shrimp, Maryland style all-jumbo lump crab cakes and sautee soft-shell
crabs. We are open 365 days a year, rain or shine
4958 Bethesda Avenue
Bethesda, Maryland 20814
301-652-3382

Indian

*Tandoori Nights
Tandoori Nights is an
upscale contemporary restaurant and serves authentic Indian cuisine in a modern
setting. We emphasize on healthy quality food using less oil and
all-natural ingredients to create a harmony of subtle flavors and taste.
7236 Woodmont Avenue,
Bethesda MD 20814
PH. 301-656-4002

*Reservations have been
made on Monday and/or Tuesday for Dine-Around experiences for 8-10 people.  Sign-up with your network or group of friends
at our registration booth in Foyer A-C.

From
Bethesda Urban Partnership, Inc.:

Known as
the Greater Washington, D.C. area’s finest restaurant community, downtown
Bethesda offers nearly 200 restaurants to delight visitors, residents,
employees and guests. Bethesda’s restaurants range from the quick bite to the
gourmet and offer tastes from around the world. Bethesda is a compact, walkable
downtown that features several prominent restaurant neighborhoods. Bethesda has
15 public parking garages and surface lots, marked with a blue P, which put you
within a short walk of any downtown restaurant. The free Bethesda Circulator
transports visitors around downtown Bethesda, Monday-Thursday from 7am-12
midnight, Friday from 7am-2am and Saturday from 10am-2am. The Circulator makes
a loop through downtown Bethesda and arrives at each stop every 10 minutes. 

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