Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Kensington

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Adams MorganArlingtonBethesdaBrookland / BrentwoodChevy ChaseCleveland Park

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1. Silver

4.5

Awesome(2259)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Bethesda

Booked 65 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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2. The Breakfast Club

4.2

Awesome(573)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Silver Spring

Booked 58 times today

The Breakfast Club, an all-day breakfast and brunch restaurant. The Breakfast Club is centered around the theme of the 1920’s, timelessness, and Art Deco. We are an upscale restaurant with a polished dining experience, we pride ourselves on giving our customers great service. The Breakfast Club | Eat Local | Eat in Style

A photo of Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver Spring restaurant

3. Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver Spring

4.5

Awesome(96)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Silver Spring

Booked 41 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.

A photo of The Salt Line - Bethesda restaurant

4. The Salt Line - Bethesda

4.5

Awesome(645)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bethesda

Booked 58 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.

5. Persimmon

4.8

Exceptional(2958)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Bethesda

Booked 28 times today

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

6. On St Elmo

4.6

Exceptional(28)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Bethesda

Booked 13 times today

On St. Elmo, a vibrant fusion of restaurant, lounge, and entertainment venue. Located at 4915 St. Elmo Avenue in the heart of Downtown Bethesda, this vibrant space will showcase American coastal, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine amidst an atmosphere brimming with creativity and flair.

7. District Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(63)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Kensington

Booked 5 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.

8. Cubanos

4.8

Exceptional(27)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Bethesda

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Cubano's, where every visit is a journey to the vibrant streets of La Havana and the lively atmosphere of Ocean Drive in Miami Beach. Savor the essence of Cuban cuisine with his signature dish, Picadera Cubana.Recipient of the prestigious Best of DC 2022 award. As you step through our doors, you'll be transported to a Cuban home, adorned with colorful tiles and filled with the rich aroma of rum and savory delights.Immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Cuba from traditional favorites to innovative creations, each dish at Cubano's tells a story of passion and tradition.Our atmosphere embodies the spirit of Havana, with lively music, warm hospitality, and a vibrant ambiance that will make you feel right at home. Whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner for two or celebrating with friends and family, every moment at Cubano's is a celebration of Latin culture and culinary artistry.Join us at Cubano's and experience the magic of Cuba brought to life on your plate.

9. Manoli Canoli

4.3

Awesome(147)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Chevy Chase

Established in 2006, Manoli Canoli is a family owned and operated, full-service, dining and carry-out restaurant. The proud owner, Stavros Manolakos, along with his wife’s culinary expertise, has perfected the menu to offer the best homemade, mouthwatering, Italian and Greek dishes. Combining old-world charm with some modern-day culinary masterpieces it is a truly unique dining experience for the whole family! Our friendly, experienced staff, with our quality Italian and Greek food, including wonderful gourmet hand tossed New York style pizza pies, scrumptious, hand- made daily mozzarella, imported olive oil and olives from the owner’s orchard in Sparta, Greece, has made Manoli Canoli a popular dining neighborhood destination in the Chevy Chase area .

10. Nova Europa

4.6

Exceptional(135)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Wheaton

Booked 5 times today

Come visit Nova Europa for a memorable fine dining experience for any occasion. Since opening our doors in 1982, we have been providing exceptional food and personalized service to our guests.We serve European food specializing in Portuguese cuisine using only the freshest ingredients available. Complement your dinner with a cocktail from our full service bar or a glass of wine from our extensive wine list.

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Nancy
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined today
My experience at The Breakfast Club was excellent. Everyone was courteous. The food was served in a timely manner and was delicious.
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The Breakfast ClubPrice: Expensive• American• Silver Spring
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4.2
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Taichung •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A very great restaurant and food is very delicious
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CUT by Wolfgang PuckPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Georgetown
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4.5
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Emile
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
Whatever you order from the menu is delicious. The daily specials are very good. I usually order the fish dishes. My favorite is the Capri salad with salmon is very. For a change, I ordered today the grilled corvina that comes with arugula salad which was excellent.. My favorites desserts are the limoncello and cappuccino tartufo. The staff is very friendly and courteous.
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Capri Ristorante Italiano - McLeanPrice: Moderate• Italian• McLean
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
The server was amazing very tentative and the food was good….i think there was speed dating happening during my dinner so the vibe was a lot however I enjoyed my time
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RewindPrice: Moderate• American• Dupont Circle
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3.8
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JudyVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 5, 2025
Large portions of delicious food, reasonably priced
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Manoli CanoliPrice: Moderate• Italian• Chevy Chase
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4.3

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