Guidebook for Bethesda
Food Scene
High-end sushi, not crazy expensive but the rolls are all incredible! Nestled in an adorable, bustling part of town.
27 locals recommend
Raku
7240 Woodmont AveHigh-end sushi, not crazy expensive but the rolls are all incredible! Nestled in an adorable, bustling part of town.
Starbucks
4611 Sangamore Rd5 minute walk!
Gringos & Mariachis
4928 Cordell AveYummy margaritas, sangria, and tacos!
If you like chicken wings, these "KFC" - Korean Fried Chicken wings are unique and delicious! Great happy hour options. The Korean Pork Buns are yummy too!
MOMO
4862 Cordell AveIf you like chicken wings, these "KFC" - Korean Fried Chicken wings are unique and delicious! Great happy hour options. The Korean Pork Buns are yummy too!
The famous Georgetown Cupcake opened a location right in the middle of Bethesda! SO yummy!
162 locals recommend
Georgetown Cupcake
3301 M St NWThe famous Georgetown Cupcake opened a location right in the middle of Bethesda! SO yummy!
Maté Lounge
Delicious sushi, right by the movie theater and Georgetown waterfront!
Farmers Fishers Bakers
3000 K Street NorthwestPlenty of options, delicious food, fun location!
Guapo's Restaurant
4028 Campbell AveGood mexican food, popular DC/MD chain.
Fun Mexican-Modern restaurant with highly regarded chef! Great for brunch, lunch, or dinner!
105 locals recommend
El Centro
1819 14th St NWFun Mexican-Modern restaurant with highly regarded chef! Great for brunch, lunch, or dinner!
Great restaurant for brunch, unlimited mimosas & fun seafood/brunch homestyle options located in the historic, beautiful Dupont Circle.
81 locals recommend
Hanks on the HIll
1624 Q Street NorthwestGreat restaurant for brunch, unlimited mimosas & fun seafood/brunch homestyle options located in the historic, beautiful Dupont Circle.
&pizza
7614 Old Georgetown RdLocal pizza chain, great options! Gluten free crust available.
Essentials
Harris Teeter
12525 Park Potomac AveVery clean, nearby grocery store (Starbucks inside!)
CVS
1418 P St NWNearby CVS.
Drinks & Nightlife
Brickside Food & Drink
4866 Cordell AveSTUNNING view of DC! You'll pay a little extra for the drinks, but you get a direct view of the White House and plenty of landmarks nearby!
73 locals recommend
POV Rooftop
515 15th St NWSTUNNING view of DC! You'll pay a little extra for the drinks, but you get a direct view of the White House and plenty of landmarks nearby!
Shopping
This area of town features cute shops including LuluLemon, Apple Store, Kate Spade, Barnes & Nobles, Georgetown Cupcakes, and more!
29 locals recommend
Bethesda Row
4827 Bethesda AveThis area of town features cute shops including LuluLemon, Apple Store, Kate Spade, Barnes & Nobles, Georgetown Cupcakes, and more!
Fashion Centre at Pentagon City
1100 S Hayes StFriendship Heights
Entertainment & Activities
AMC Georgetown 14
3111 K St NWReclining, spacious seats plus a full bar!
Getting Around
To grab a metro card at the bottom of the escalators, it costs $2.00 to purchase plus any amount you'd like to load. Depending on how much you'll be traveling in a weekend, $10-20 should be fine. You can always reload as you go.
The metro is safe, just be aware of your surroundings like any city. You can download the WMATA app to track when trains are coming. Bethesda is located on the Red Line, take the trains in the direction of Glenmont/Silver Spring to access DC.
https://www.wmata.com/
46 locals recommend
Bethesda Metro Center
7514 Woodmont AveTo grab a metro card at the bottom of the escalators, it costs $2.00 to purchase plus any amount you'd like to load. Depending on how much you'll be traveling in a weekend, $10-20 should be fine. You can always reload as you go.
The metro is safe, just be aware of your surroundings like any city. You can download the WMATA app to track when trains are coming. Bethesda is located on the Red Line, take the trains in the direction of Glenmont/Silver Spring to access DC.
https://www.wmata.com/