Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Brookland / Brentwood

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Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonBethesdaBrookland / BrentwoodCapitol Hill

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54 restaurants available nearby

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1. 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

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2. 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.

3. 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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4. 1123 By Chef Tobias

4.5

Awesome(169)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Hyattsville

Booked 15 times today

Embark on a culinary journey where the rich flavors of Africa meet the exotic spices of Asia at 1123 By Chef Tobias. Located in Hyattsville, our menu, crafted by Maryland Chef of the Year Tobias Dorzon, is a bold fusion of tradition and innovation. Savor dishes like our succulent Oxtail Bone Marrow Jam, crispy Asian Hand-Cut Crab Fries, and indulgent Five Spice Mac & Cheese, each reflecting Chef Dorzon's creative flair and culinary expertise. At 1123 By Chef Tobias, every meal is a story of flavor, tradition, and culinary adventure, waiting for you to explore!Brunch: Saturday and Sunday 10:00am-3:45pmDinner: Thursday, Friday, Saturday 5:00pm-11:00pm

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!

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6. The Salt Line - Bethesda

4.5

Awesome(645)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bethesda

Booked 62 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.

7. San Lorenzo

4.6

Exceptional(328)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Shaw

Booked 15 times today

Come in and feel transported to the streets of Italy. Enjoy light, wholesome dishes - beautiful stucco walls and black and white photos of the chef/owner’s quaint hometown. Chef Massimo believes in creating dishes that honor the heritage and flavors of his native Tuscany. The magic of this cuisine is the exceptional preparation — fresh, simple ingredients paired with unique herbs and seasonings for a taste that’s anything but simple. With over 30 years of culinary training - Chef Massimo delivers homemade pastas, sauces, Florentine steak, veal, lamb, fresh fish and exceptional risotto. Stay tuned for the not-to-be missed tasting menus offered nightly. Also inquire about the unique communal wine lunch experiences on Saturday afternoons that can be booked only directly with management because they book up quickly. If you enjoy dining in Chef Massimo’s ‘San Lorenzo’ home - know he will also come to your home for special occasions or even travel with you within the US and Italy.

8. 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.

9. La Malinche

4.9

Exceptional(562)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Silver Spring

Booked 2 times today

Three brothers and a brother-in-law from El Salvador realized their long-held dream of opening a restaurant together in November of last year. Jaime Sorto, his brothers Hugo and Jose Bonilla, and his brother-in-law Jose Zelaya looked for a name that symbolizes their concept of two cultures coming together.They chose La Malinche, the name given to a historical figure who has been at the center of controversy for centuries. The noble Mexican woman was enslaved and given to Hernán Cortés, a Spanish conquistador. She became his interpreter and confidante. Their son was viewed as the first mestizo, a child of mixed blood.Many Mexicans consider La Malinche or Doña Marina to have been a traitor, but today, she is also honored as the symbolic mother of the country’s mixed-race people.At La Malinche, all of the starters, vegetables, meats and seafood are served as Spanish tapas, called botanas in Mexico.

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10. Pearl Dive Oyster Palace

4.7

Exceptional(1588)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Logan Circle

Booked 31 times today

With an ambience steeped in rustic charm and a menu filled with treasures from the sea, Pearl Dive Oyster Palace focuses on fresh produce and quality ingredients in its welcoming eatery. Specializing in a wide variety of oysters, from such places as Virginia, Japan, Rhode Island, British Columbia and Washington state, Peal Dive Oyster Palace takes oyster preparation seriously, complementing the delicate taste of the oyster. Appetizer options include crispy crawfish fritters, barbecue shrimp and wood-grilled oysters. Besides oysters, house specialties have a decidedly Cajun flair, with items such as seafood gumbo, crawfish etouffee and Gulf Coast Redfish, all of which have an amazing balance of spices. The rich entrées at Pearl Dive Oyster Bar are further replicated in its dessert menu, with winning options like Beignets and Brazos River Bottom Pecan Pie.

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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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JudyVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Feb 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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JordanVIP
Scranton / Poconos •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Dec 2024
Went on a slow, cold Sunday afternoon so it wasn’t not busy at all. For some reason, though, our server was difficult to find throughout our meal. Food/drinks were really good, & they had fun holiday themed drink decorations. Definitely bundle up though if you’re seated on the patio.
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Tokyo PearlPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Dupont Circle
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4
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Dan
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 7 Sept 2024
Service and flavors were very good. Only issue that we experienced was that we had 3 different entrees that had chicken. Though flavors were great, the chicken in all 3 dishes were very dry.
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Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• Indian• Adams Morgan
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4.3

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