Top Best American Restaurants in Bethesda

"Named for Chef Aaron Silverman's paternal grandmother and his desire to provide a warm, casual and hospitable environment for guests, this venue regularly had long waits when its doors open for dinner seating but now the venue offers same day reservations to cut down on times. The tapas menu is eclectic and features small and family style dishes. With seasonal offerings, a recent menu included such delicious dishes as strawberry pasta, popcorn soup, tandoori-ish chicken, sweet pea primavera, South Carolina brisket and hand-shaped farfalle."

"Restaurants Eclectic Capitol Hill. It’s not a bar, it’s a sit-down restaurant (so sue us). And when Bon Appetit named it the “best new restaurant in America” in 2014, the lines went from long to longest."

"If you don’t mind the inevitable wait, then Rose’s Luxury is the place to be. It won the best new restaurant title by Bon Apetit last year and has gained meteoric popularity. The dishes can’t really be classified into a specific cuisine and varies depending on the season."

"The Arsenal is a part of Bluejacket Brewery and is a great place for folks to grab a beer and enjoy delicious food. The restaurant features a number of vegan offerings on the menu..."

"At this sprawling, two-story rec-room, Dubliner Cathal Armstrong of Restaurant Eve combines expert Irish pub food with dart boards, a pool table and retractable video screens for playing Nintendo Wii. Executive chef Ryan Wheeler prepares spicy deviled eggs and mushroom dumplings alongside mixologist Todd Thrasher’s beer-based “hoptails.” virtuefeedandgrain.com"

"I love the rustic décor and feel of Virtue, located in Alexandria, VA a short distance from DC. They have a great brunch and lunch/dinner/drinks selection with fresh and local meats and produce. Giant delicious Vegetable Frittata with a side salad"

"The River Farm, about 27 acres in size, is the present home of the American Horticultural Society. Its previous owners include a princess of the Piscataway tribe and George Washington."

"A stunning waterfront location on the banks of the Potomac River sets the Chart House apart as one of the best choices in Alexandria for a romantic night out. You may choose to dine indoors or alfresco on the patio on good-weather days, feasting your eyes on the sweeping views of the river and the city beyond. The nautical theme continues through to the menu which features a long list of mouth-watering seafood dishes including Coconut Fried Shrimp, Fresh Oysters, Crab Cakes and Lobster, but carnivores have not been neglected and can order Prime Rib, a variety of steaks and sides or chicken."

"Whether you are inside enjoying the air conditioning or outside on the patio, this Alexandria, Va. venue has picturesque views of the waterfront. You'll want to tell your waiter to give you more than just a few moments to look over their seafood-heavy menu. With choices like spiced ahi, lemon herb crusted salmon, snapper Hemingway and baked stuffed shrimp, it is really hard to chose!"

"This spacious restaurant on the Old Town waterfront offers spectacular rivers views for you and your special someone to enjoy. Dine indoors or on the patio with expansive views of the Potomac River and the District. The Chart House menu focuses primarily on steak and seafood including Coconut Crunchy Shrimp, Spiced Ahi, Alaskan King Crab, Prime Rib, and New York Strip."

"Known for its (very big) all-day breakfasts, this sunny Columbia Heights spot serves a five-high buttermilk flapjack stack with blueberry or chocolate chip options."

"Celebrate your birthday in sophisticated style with family and friends. You can’t go wrong with a cocktail named The VIP: Svedka Clementine– vodka infused with fresh Hawaiian pineapple."

"While not quite a restaurant, Union Market features too many vegan-friendly pop-ups to overlook. Whether you're craving tacos, pasta, ice cream, or a smoothie bowl, there's a plant-based version available at this trendy indoor farmer's market. So, yeah, that stereotype that all vegans are deprived and only eat kale definitely doesn't work in Washington."

"One of the city’s most noteworthy spots, the market is filled with artisan eateries. The famous Heart Wall is the perfect place to confess your love for one another. The Heart Wall is a mural created for International Women’s Day in 2015 by Los Angeles-based graffiti artist Mr. Brainwash."

"From oozing grilled cheeses to warm pockets of bao and gooey bread pudding, it’s impossible to leave this local marketplace in a serious food coma. If you’re in DC, make sure to head over to Union Market for the famous Korean inspired tacos or Red Apron’s stand for anything chorizo."

"Eat Lunch at Eastern Market or Barracks Row Walk east to Eastern Market, which is especially lively on weekends as part of the street is shut down for vendors to sell crafts and food. Enjoy some fast casual food or walk a few blocks farther to 8th Street SE (Barracks Row) where you will find a wide range of great restaurants. After lunch, take the metro to the Smithsonian Metro Station to visit the National Mall."

"You now it’s good when you can’t help but go “yummmmm” when taking the first bite of something. That was my experience when I bit into the chocolate macaron at Olivia Macaron. My only regret is that I bought just a single chocolate macaron."

"Limited edition flavors for spring exude the flavors and aesthetics of the season. Snag a variety box of lemon meringue, mint chocolate, cherry blossom and cassis for pickup or nationwide delivery."

"Every time I eat a French macaron, I just feel so fancy- Like I have to savor it in teeny bites and gossip with ladies in a garden."

"The female-owned award-winning bakery single-handedly made vanilla birthday cake with rainbow funfetti sprinkles an acceptable treat 365 days a year. Christina Tosi is the mastermind behind the delightful treats. If your lover isn’t so big on Valentine’s Day maybe you can make them chuckle by celebrating an entirely different holiday-day – even if it’s not either"

"A photo posted by milk bar (@milkbarstore) on Sep 26, 2016 at 8:30am PDT. This place has super fun and unique cakes like birthday cake, chocolate malt cake, and apple pie cake, among others available by special order. The birthday cake flavor is ideal for a birthday."

"2000 Fenwick St, NE, Washington, DC 20002 Not all Tuscan fare needs to be fine dining. Via Ghibellina in Ivy City is your Italian countryside restaurant on a weeknight. Whether you’re digging into their Antipasti grotto mist (their fried calamari/shrimp/zucchini starter), polishing off a Branzino, or getting a pizza to go – Via Ghibellina satisfies."

"After a visit to the United States Botanic Garden, take a walk up Capitol Hill to We, The Pizza and watch the talented staff toss dough in the window. Kid-friendly Buffalo chicken pie — which is basically covered in chicken nuggets — and homemade sodas are the stars."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by We, The Pizza (@wethepizza)"