Best Casual Restaurants in Wheaton

144 restaurants available nearby

1. District Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(45)

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Kensington

Booked 3 times today

District Bistro,Located at 11230 Grandview Ave, offers classic American Cuisine utilizing simple, high quality ingredients from local farm Co-ops and Creameries in Pennsylvania. Founded and headed by Chef Pedro Matamoros who has been crafting spectacular American cuisine for the past 30 years in locations such as the Tabard Inn, Nicaro, 8407 Kitchen Bar, Bluebird Cocktail Room in Baltimore and more. After Embarking on the journey to create Franks Burger Place in Wheaton with his two sons, Marlon and Derek Matamoros. Chef Pedro, Inspired by his love of cooking and community, Fell upon the opportunity to Bring to Wheaton what he believed was missing, a casual Eatery to enjoy great food, and classic hand crafted cocktails.

2. Julii

4.7

Exceptional(2386)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • North Bethesda

Booked 32 times today

Julii, French Mediterranean Cuisine; by the founders of Cava Mezze, and Cava. Come enjoy an elevated dining experience, bringing you delicious yet beautiful cocktails and dishes and top-notch service.Currently offering indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery service.

3. Melina

4.8

Exceptional(1380)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • North Bethesda

Booked 25 times today

The name Melina is rooted in Greek origin and derives from the Greek word for "honey". "Mel" can be derived from the name Melissa meaning "honey-bee". The restaurant is named after the daughter of Co-Founder Chef Dimitri Moshovitis. “Melina” will honor the strength of the matriarchy in the Greek family. It will lean vegetable-forward with modernized Greek classics from the sea and grilled meats. Greek cuisine is all about freshness and quality of ingredients and that will be on display in a fine casual setting.

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4. Fogo de Chao - Bethesda

4.3

Awesome(1728)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • North Bethesda

Booked 120 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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5. The Salt Line - Bethesda

4.5

Awesome(584)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bethesda

Booked 45 times today

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.

6. Silver

4.5

Awesome(2192)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Bethesda

Booked 49 times today

SILVER is an New American Brasserie with a distinctive new shine. Led by award-winning Chef, Ype Von Hengst, SILVER’s menu features contemporary American cuisine and healthier choices, influenced by the great brasseries from around the world. We specialize in offering a broad menu of contemporary favorites, seasonal specials, and healthier options, featuring ingredients from local farms and purveyors. Our bar menu features hand-crafted pre-prohibition style cocktails, local brews and American wines carefully curated to showcase the traditions of American wine makers. Open early until late, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night brunch. SILVER offers the choices for how you live and a healthy dose of what you crave.

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7. Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver Spring

4.4

Awesome(43)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Silver Spring

Booked 20 times today

Discover the vibrant flavors of New Orleans right in the heart of Silver Spring at Miss Toya's Creole House. Our Silver Spring location invites you to experience the rich, soulful tastes of authentic Creole cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re a fan of spicy jambalaya, succulent crawfish étouffée, or our mouthwatering beignets, each dish is crafted with the finest ingredients and a touch of Southern hospitality.At Miss Toya's, we take pride in our family recipes and the time-honored traditions of Creole cooking. Our restaurant offers a cozy, yet lively setting perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. Enjoy our signature cocktails and an extensive selection of wines and craft beers that perfectly complement our menu.Join us at our Silver Spring location and savor the best of Creole cuisine with a side of charm and a lot of heart.

8. Pacci's Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(155)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Silver Spring

Booked 9 times today

Influenced by the Neapolitan tradition and a passion for fine food, our philosophy is simple: to use fresh and high quality ingredients, to prepare our food as Nonna taught us, and to serve it with love. Our wood-fired pizza ovens are what make our hand-crafted pizzas come alive with flavor and bring inspiration to the rest of our menu.Pacci's Trattoria offers authentic Neapolitan pizza, home-made pastas, regional seafood and meat dishes and your favorite Italian sweets. Our beverage selection prides itself on hand-crafted cocktails, Italian and local beers and a wine list that features both Italian classics and new vintages.As a family owned restaurant, we want to bring our family to yours so we welcome you to spend a delicious meal with us!

9. Persimmon

4.8

Exceptional(2918)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bethesda

Booked 19 times today

Persimmon is a beloved neighborhood bistro offering up unforgettable favorites! Bring an appetite for great food & wine!Let's Gather & Eat!

10. Barrel & Crow

4.6

Exceptional(1629)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bethesda

Booked 15 times today

Barrel and Crow: A Contemporary Approach to Regional cuisine. Our Chef-driven restaurant relies solely on locally sourced produce and proteins. We utilizes these seasonal ingredients in preparing refined yet familiar comfort food. House made pastas and charcuterie offered every evening. Chef is always anxious to modify menu items to fit any dietary restrictions. Gluten, Vegetarian, Vegan and Dairy allergies are no problem. Pastry Chef Justin Roche dessert menu offers guests a selection of traditional desserts with a contemporary twist. Eclectic wine list which focuses on small production, boutique wines. A selection of 48 bourbons, extensive beer list with offerings from the top breweries in the Mid-Atlantic region. Full bar, seasonal cocktail menu and a wide selection of small batch spirits. Bottomless Mimosas are offered Saturday and Sunday Brunch. Owner-Laura Houlihan

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Thomasvip
Washington, D.C. Area •62 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food and service were outstanding. Thank you. I highly recommend.
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JuliiPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• North Bethesda
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4.7
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Christina
Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful celebration at Fogo de Chao! Thank you! Excellent market salad bar and lots of menu options for the whole family.
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Fogo de Chao - BethesdaPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• North Bethesda
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4.3
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Lynnvip
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The cod and market fish special were excellent. We started with the two different salads. We ended with the donuts, which were a bit much and not super special. We would have preferred a different dessert. We were celebrating an anniversary, and they did make it special with a bit of sparkling wine and a sparkler on the table, as well as a card. We saw a number of special celebrations for birthdays and such nearby. It is a nice place for a special night.
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MelinaPrice: Expensive• Greek• North Bethesda
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4.8
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Irnestvip
Washington, D.C. Area •155 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Superb service with very good food and food choices.
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District BistroPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Kensington
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4.7
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Doug
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
Our second meal at Salt Line Bethesda. Wonderful seafood, attentive service. We will return for future special occasions.
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The Salt Line - BethesdaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Bethesda
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4.5

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144 restaurants available nearby

1. District Bistro

2. Julii

3. Melina

4. Fogo de Chao - Bethesda

5. The Salt Line - Bethesda

6. Silver

7. Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver Spring

8. Pacci's Trattoria

9. Persimmon

10. Barrel & Crow

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