Summer House - North Bethesda

4.5

3496 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 66 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Great for brunch
Neighborhood gem

Located in the heart of the Pike and Rose neighborhood in North Bethesda, MD, Summer House is the place where summer never ends. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Rosé is poured all day, alongside an extensive wine and handcrafted cocktail list. Reserve your table today for a bright and airy dining experience no matter the weather.

For parties of 9 or more, email summermdparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Californian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(301) 881-2381
Website
https://www.summerhouserestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Ink Barrack
Catering
Summer House caters for parties of all sizes, whether at home, in the office, or at a special venue. Our expert team is ready to help cater your next event. To view our catering menu or place an order, visit our website.
Private party facilities
Plan your next event with the Summer House Parties team. From large-scale events to intimate gatherings, our experts will help you create a special occasion from start to finish. Visit our website to explore our private dining options. For parties of 9 or more, email summermdparties@lettuce.com.
Private party contact
Summer House Parties Team: (301) 881-2381

Location
11825 Grand Park Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852
Neighborhood
North Bethesda
Cross street
At Pike & Rose (at Old Georgetown Road)
Parking details
Parking Lot at Pike & Rose.
Public transit
Just North of the White Flint Station.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Kids Pizza Making
$7.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Bring your little chefs to Summer House for Kids Pizza Making! Every Monday to Thursday from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM, kids 12 and under can craft their own pizzas at the official pizza counter with our chefs for $7.95 plus tax (gratuity not included). Or opt for our tableside option, and have all the ingredients delivered to your table for the whole family to get in on the fun! Kids will wash their hands, use the flour to form the dough, spread their choice of red or white sauce, and build their zah with cheese and toppings of their choice. Once our team pops it in the oven, the pizza will be delivered back to your family’s table for an a-dough-able dinner. Please note, Kids Pizza Making is not offered during the weekend (Friday to Sunday).

Popular dishes

Classic Margherita$18.95
fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, olive oil, sea salt, basil
Sausage & Peppers$20.95
mozzarella, roasted sweet peppers, tomato sauce
Hobbs Pepperoni$19.95
fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, parmesan
Spicy Salumi & Burrata$21.95
garlic, fresh mozzarella, whipped burrata, tomato sauce
Shaved Mushroom$19.95
gruyère, onion, truffle, rosemary, parmesan cream, parsley
Prosciutto & Egg*$20.95
four cheese, sunny-side up egg, parmesan cream, chili flake

Salads

add: grilled chicken - $12.95, salmon - $13.95, tuna* - $11.95, steak* - $15.95

Shaved Brussels Sprouts$19.95
manchego, bacon, avocado, toasted almonds, green peas, mustard vinaigrette
Wilshire Blvd Cobb$20.95
avocado, egg, corn, cucumber, tomato, bacon, blue cheese, herb vinaigrette
Costa Mesa$18.95
queso fresco, corn, pico de gallo, avocado, quinoa, crispy tortilla, chipotle crema, lime vinaigrette
Spicy Kale Caesar$17.95
grilled avocado, english muffin croutons

Pasta

add to your pasta: prime beef meatball, italian sausage or whipped burrata - $3.95

Bucatini Pomodoro$17.95
organic tomato, basil, parmesan
Rigatoni alla Vodka$19.95
peas, pepperoncino, tomato cream
Butternut Squash Ravioli$26.95
sage, brown butter, pecorino

Prime Cheeseburger*

Prime Cheeseburger*$19.95
cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickle, mustard, mayo; served w/ crispy french fries or sweet potato fries

Tacos

local corn tortillas, crunchy slaw, house-made guacamole

Grilled Tequila-Lime Chicken$19.95
all white meat, salsa verde
Crispy Baja Fish$22.95
light tempura batter, chipotle crema
Carne Asada*$28.95
grilled skirt steak, poblano rajas, queso fresco

Summer Comfort

Avocado Toast*$19.95
scallion mascarpone, poached eggs, house country bread
Herbed Chicken Breast Paillard$18.95
baby arugula salad, lemon, calabrian chili
Picnic Fried Chicken Basket$24.95
fries, coleslaw; your choice of jumbo tenders with hickory bbq sauce or sandwich with buttermilk dressing & avocado
Fish 'n' Chips$25.95
alaska rock cod, malt vinegar fries, tartar sauce
Miso Glazed Salmon*$33.95
broccoli salad, toasted almonds, sesame-miso butter
Skirt Steak Frites*$38.95
guajillo chili, cilantro-lime butter, garlic fries
Slow Cooked Baby Back Ribs$39.95
berkshire pork, kansas city bbq sauce, sweet potato fries
Westholme Wagyu Strip Steak*$55.95
peppercorn sauce, fries, arugula

Surcharge

As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.

What 3,496 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Maryland - DC Suburbs
Healthy
Maryland - DC Suburbs
Great for outdoor dining
Maryland - DC Suburbs
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Summer House in North Bethesda offers a delightful beach-inspired ambiance, "delicious food," and "amazing service," making it perfect for family gatherings and special occasions. While some guests noted slow service and noisy conditions, the vibrant atmosphere and standout items like "golden hour cocktails" and "excellent cookies" keep diners coming back for more.

3,496 Reviews

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Cara
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food !!! Margherita pizza was super refreshing. Blueberry pancakes were so fluffy! And pretty interior
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Jennifer
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were amazing! We had a slight hiccup but both management and our server fixed it immediately. Highly recommend for Sunday brunch!
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Michael
Washington DC
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Dinner reservation for 3 at 7:15 pm on a saturday night. not too busy so was seated upon arrival. our waitress took our order and then didn’t see her until we were 90% done with our dinner. we were hoping to get extra tartar sauce and drink refills but she was missing. i could understand if the restaurant was crazy busy but no excuses for the inattentive service. use the qr code payment from our table to pay the bill, and i had to laugh when it automatically applied 25% tip.
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Robert
Washington DC
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
No server ever came over to take our order. After 10 minutes a manager noticed we had not been greeted and brought water. After another 10 minutes had passed, I flagged the manager again and asked if he would take our order as we still had not been greeted by a server. The manager took our order and left. We never saw a server until our food was brought to our table. After dropping off the food we were again ignored. At the end the meal I flagged the manager again and asked him if he thought this was acceptable. He said absolutely not and he said he should have checked up on us. At no time did he offer to buy us a drink or offer a dessert. Instead he said next time he would wait on us from start to finish. This was a poor response and very unprofessional. We won’t be back.
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Stefanie
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great good. Great ambiance. Great service. Would definitely recommend!
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Gulia
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Today I had lunch at Summer House Santa Monica, and it was a fantastic experience! The atmosphere is bright and inviting, making it a perfect spot to catch up with friends. I ordered the Costa Mesa salad, and it was absolutely delicious. The flavors were fresh and perfectly balanced, with great attention to detail. The service was friendly and attentive, and my friends and I felt very well taken care of. I highly recommend this restaurant and can’t wait to visit again!
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Deborah
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a 3 hour birthday luncheon for party of 6 on a very rainy weekday. The service was friendly, attentive, and thoughtful. We had appetizers, entrees, and several desserts. We made the meal family style and the staff was very accommodating bringing extra plates and silverware. The food was excellent. The Baby back ribs were a standout among the entrees as well as the Cobb Salad. All the appetizer and desserts were delicious. Although, it is Xmas season, not a standout Xmas ambiance, however it still lovely California, airy feel. We’ve loved Summer House since their opening several years ago, they have been consistent with high quality food and well trained staff. Always solid choice in Pike & Rose neighborhood.
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David
Washington DC
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant is attractive and comfortable. I ordered the special bay scallop dish. I should have known there bay scallops were small, which I don’t like, my mistake. But the $46 price for that dish is not commensurate with the value of the food. Also the beef pairing was odd with the scallops. I didn’t like it. The jalapeño corn bread was great. Others like their fried chicken and tacos. The restaurant is attractive and comfortable.
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Giulia
Washington DC
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food was good as it always is. They kindly turned down the music which was way too loud for people to be able to converse at lunch. The major drawback was that it was freezing. I never took off my coat. And I saw many others with their coats on as well.
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CarlaT
Raleigh
21 reviews
vip
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We’ve tried this restaurant twice and honestly, I think we are done. The interior is lovely. The food is good but service is slow and not personal. The prices are too high. For many items(salad, pasta, etc.) you have to pay extra for any type of protein. When a pasta or salad is $20 it should come with protein.
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FAQs

Summer House - North Bethesda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 881-2381.

Summer House - North Bethesda is rated 4.5 stars by 3496 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 66 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Summer House - North Bethesda

11825 Grand Park Ave, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Additional information

Cross street
At Pike & Rose (at Old Georgetown Road)
Neighborhood
North Bethesda
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking Lot at Pike & Rose.
Public transit
Just North of the White Flint Station.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Ink Barrack
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.summerhouserestaurants.com/
Phone number
(301) 881-2381
Catering
Summer House caters for parties of all sizes, whether at home, in the office, or at a special venue. Our expert team is ready to help cater your next event. To view our catering menu or place an order, visit our website.
Private party facilities
Plan your next event with the Summer House Parties team. From large-scale events to intimate gatherings, our experts will help you create a special occasion from start to finish. Visit our website to explore our private dining options. For parties of 9 or more, email summermdparties@lettuce.com.
Private party contact
Summer House Parties Team: (301) 881-2381

Summer House - North Bethesda

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Kids Pizza Making

Parmesan-Truffle Fries

Sautéed Spinach

Center Cut Beef Tenderloin

Starters

Potato Salad Deviled Eggs$8.94

Crispy Crab Cakes$29.95

Jalapeño Cornbread$8.94

Parmesan-Truffle Fries$13.95

Prime Beef Meatballs$13.95

Signature Guacamole

Signature Guacamole$16.95

Raw & Chilled

Salmon Poke Nachos*$19.95

Pacific Hamachi Sashimi*$19.95

Ahi Tuna & Watermelon Tostadas*$18.95

Veggies

Warm Edamame$11.95

Caramelized Brussels Sprouts$13.95

Wood-Grilled Shishito Peppers$13.95

Pizza

Classic Margherita$18.95

Sausage & Peppers$20.95

Hobbs Pepperoni$19.95

Spicy Salumi & Burrata$21.95

Shaved Mushroom$19.95

Prosciutto & Egg*$20.95

Salads

Shaved Brussels Sprouts$19.95

Wilshire Blvd Cobb$20.95

Costa Mesa$18.95

Spicy Kale Caesar$17.95

Pasta

Bucatini Pomodoro$17.95

Rigatoni alla Vodka$19.95

Butternut Squash Ravioli$26.95

Prime Cheeseburger*

Prime Cheeseburger*$19.95

Tacos

Grilled Tequila-Lime Chicken$19.95

Crispy Baja Fish$22.95

Carne Asada*$28.95

Summer Comfort

Avocado Toast*$19.95

Herbed Chicken Breast Paillard$18.95

Picnic Fried Chicken Basket$24.95

Fish 'n' Chips$25.95

Miso Glazed Salmon*$33.95

Skirt Steak Frites*$38.95

Slow Cooked Baby Back Ribs$39.95

Westholme Wagyu Strip Steak*$55.95

Surcharge

Overall ratings and reviews

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